
The Local Wave: Conversations with the Nashville Underground
Conversation with the Nashville Underground. Hosted by Alex MacWilliam.A Nashville music podcast.
Episodes
61 episodes
FINAL EPISODE: A Track-By-Track Breakdown of "Reap What What You Sow" w/ Luke Granered (S. 3: Ep. 60)
On the final episode of The Local Wave, we have Luke Granered of Better Off back again to talk about my personal favorite album of the year, Reap What You Sow. We also discuss the history of The Local Wave at the end. Thank you to ...
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Episode 60
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1:42:56

Saint Pressure (S. 3: Ep. 59)
A conversation with Cole Johnson aka SAINT PRESSURE about his journey to becoming the artist that he is today. It's a fascinating story of a man trying to figure out his way both in life and creatively. Give all of the music Saint Pressure has ...
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Season 3
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Episode 59
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1:33:11

A.J. Gruenewald (Bogues) Pt. 2: A Track-by-Track Breakdown of "Paint All The Walls The Same" (S. 3: Ep. 58)
A conversation with A.J. Gruenewald aka BOGUES about his new EP "Paint All The Walls The Same". It's one of my favorite releases of the year and Bogues best to date. Be sure to go jam it where ever you get your music!Become a supporter ...
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1:18:14

Bryant Lowry (Jet Black Alley Cat) (S. 3: Ep. 57)
A conversation with Bryant Lowry, the drummer and primary songwriter for Jet Black Alley Cat. Their brand of pop/rock is as catchy as it comes. Check out their brand new single "Ex-Lover Syndrome" where ever you get your music!Become a ...
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1:07:13

Gee Slab Pt. 2 (S. 3: Ep. 56)
Gee Slab is BACK! This episode is "bigger than rap" in the words of Slab. Go check out his new songs "Suck" and "Leap of Faith" OUT NOW!Follow us on social media @thelocalwaveBecome a supporter of The Local Wave at patreon.com/t...
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Episode 56
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50:56

Gabe Manuel (Chamber, Hanging Moon) (S. 3: Ep. 55)
WHAT'S UP NASHVILLE! This week we got Gabe Manuel from Chamber and formerly Hanging Moon. I've wanted to have Gabe on since day one of the podcast because I was such a huge fan of Hanging Moon. But time sometimes has different ideas and now Gab...
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Nate Zuercher (Judah & The Lion) (S. 3: Ep. 54)
WHAT'S UP NASHVILLE! I got an incredible conversation with Nate from JUDAH AND THE LION! Such a pleasure to be able to able to have him on the podcast. Go listen to PEP TALKS now whereever you get your music.Become a supporter of The Lo...
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1:24:44

Will Hunter (Pacific) (S. 3: Ep. 53)
WHAT'S UP NASHVILLE! Got a talk with Will Hunter from the band Pacific on this week's episode. Will hails from Tyler, TX and made his way to Nashville via Belmont. He's pursuing his dreams and making some great jams while doing it. Check out Pa...
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1:09:53

Julien Baker (S. 3: Ep. 52)
A conversation with generational voice and friend, Julien Baker. It was an absolute pleasure to finally sit down and talk to her about her journey so far. Please listen to everything she's ever done; it will speak to you. ALSO GO T...
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Season 3
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Episode 52
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1:26:43

Cody Bonette pt. 2 (As Cities Burn) (S.3: Ep. 51)
It's been a journey. Cody was my very first episode of The Local Wave. As Cities Burn has been through hell and back and they are in fact, BACK with their new album, SCREAM THROUGH THE WALLS, out on Equal Vision. Go check that out after the epi...
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Season 3
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Episode 51
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1:00:11

An Oral History of Copeland w/ Bryan Laurenson (S. 3: Ep. 50)
SEASON 3 IS HERE! Starting things off with a bang by having an oral history of COPELAND with original guitarist and Nashville local, Bryan Laurenson. This was an all-time bucket list episode for me. Do yourself a favor and check out their new a...
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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1:31:59

Pumpkinseed (S. 2: Ep. 49)
A conversation with Pumpkinseed about growing up outside of Nashville, hardcore music, and their latest EP, Big Believin Sky. Check out their album where ever you get your music! Recorded AT MY HOUSE. It was pretty sick.Become a support...
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Episode 49
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1:01:54

TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY EPISODE w/ Michael Roe (Daisyhead) (S. 2: Ep. 48)
THEY ARE BACK! Michael Roe has brought back Daisyhead and I couldn't be happier. Michael has gone through a lot the last few years since we last talked to him. We unpack everything since In Case You Missed It has come out including their new EP...
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Episode 48
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1:04:41

Tyler Vinatelli (Lonelyouth, ex-Foreverandnever) (S. 2: Ep. 47)
A second conversation with Tyler Vinatelli of Lonelyouth, formerly Foreverandnever. They just dropped their new song, Mile One, which you can stream everywhere or check out the video on youtube. They have a new album coming early 2019, so be on...
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Episode 47
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39:48

Arun Bali (Saves The Day) (S. 2: Ep. 46)
A conversation with Arun Bali, guitar player in emo/pop-punk legends, Saves The Day. Arun has played on the last three STD records, including their new album, 9, that released TODAY! Go check that out where ever you get your jams! Lastly, Arun ...
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Episode 46
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1:01:19

In Parallel (ex-Hopesfall & Celebrity) (S. 2: Ep. 45)
A conversation with Ryan Parrish (Hopesfall) & Lance Black (Celebrity) about their new dark wave project, In Parallel. Both played in the band, Celebrity (Doghouse Records) and Ryan played in Hopesfall early on in their tenure.
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Episode 45
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1:15:20

Carson LaCava (Beggar) (S. 2: Ep. 44)
A conversation with Carson LaCava of Beggar. Carson is a fresh-faced singer-songwriter that has a relatable story. He's just a kid who is trying to make it. I feel like a lot of people could see themselves in him. My band Overwatcher had the pr...
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Episode 44
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42:45

Pale Lungs Pt. 2: A Track-by-Track Breakdown of "Grow Towards The Sun" (S. 2: Ep. 43)
A conversation with Matt & Aaron of Pale Lungs about their latest EP, Grow Towards The Sun. It was great to have Matt back and Aaron is someone I've wanted to have on the podcast for a while. Aaron and I used to work together and he's a Nas...
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Episode 43
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1:03:51

Sad Baxter (S. 2: Ep. 42)
A conversation with Deezy and Alex of Sad Baxter. We talk about their time at Berkley College of Music, moving to Nashville, and their latest EP, SO HAPPY, which if you love bands like Nirvana or Weezer, you need to check out right this minute ...
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Episode 42
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1:10:36

Idle Threat. (S. 2: Ep. 41)
A conversation with Nashville screamo trio, Idle Threat. They call themselves "the last of a dying breed" because of their sound that reminds me of the best of early 2000's screamo, but I'd say their new single Empty House is one of the best ja...
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Episode 41
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53:05

Luke Granered (Better Off, Cash Basket, Worker, Friends, Meter) (S. 2: Ep. 40)
A Conversation with Luke Granered. Luke is one of my all-time favorite songwriters and I've wanted him on the podcast since day one. Better Off, Cash Basket, Worker, just to name a few of his projects. This was a big one. Become a supporter of ...
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Episode 40
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1:17:03

Western Medication (S. 2: Ep. 39)
A conversation with one of my favorite Nashville bands, Western Medication. If you're into bands like The Cure, Stone Roses, or Oasis, this band will be your new favorite. Their new album TASTE is going to be one of the best of 2018. Become a s...
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Episode 39
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49:21

Adam Easterling (Orthodox) (S. 2: Ep. 38)
A conversation with singer/writer/founder of Nashville hardcore powerhouse, Orthodox. Orthodox just got off a month-long tour (with another Nashville local, Chamber) and is riding high on their debut full-length, Sounds of Loss (Unbeaten Record...
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Episode 38
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1:18:39

*repeat repeat (S. 2: Ep. 37)
A conversation with Nashville surf rock duo, *repeat repeat! Go check out their most recent album, FLORAL CANYON, where ever you can and be sure to check them out on LIVE ON THE GREEN August 16th! Follow on social media @thelocalwave Become a s...
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Episode 37
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1:22:52
