Episodes

5d ago

On this bonus episode of CD Burners, the guys are listening to your voicemails! Got something to say? We wanna hear it! Call 323-310-2731. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 9

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving headfirst into Paramore’s Brand New Eyes with special guest Morgan Pope. This is the record that almost tore the band apart — but also helped redefine them. We get into the heartbreak behind the lyrics, the tension in the studio, and why this album still hits like a breakup text you never saw coming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 2

On this episode of CD Burners, we're breaking down Deja Entendu by Brand New with special guest, GHOST's CEO and Founder, Dan Lourenco. This is the album that made emo feel deeper, darker, and way more grown up. We get into Jesse Lacey's cryptic lyrics, the band's left turn from pop punk, and how this record quietly shaped a generation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving into Hot Fuss by The Killers, the debut album that gave us eyeliner disco, the murder trilogy, and one of the most enduring songs in internet history. Special guest, CARR joins us on the pod as we get into how Brandon Flowers tricked the world into thinking he was British, why Mr. Brightside still goes harder than it should, and how this record turned pure chaos into stadium-sized hooks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re cracking open Slipknot’s unhinged debut album that turned nine masked maniacs into metal legends with special guest, Cam George. From haunted house samples to broken keg hits, we dive into how this record became a chaotic masterpiece. We’re talking blast beats, lawsuits, and the absolute madness it took to make screaming a mainstream thing. This album didn’t just shift the scene, it split it wide open. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 4

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving into So Tonight That I Might See by Mazzy Star with special guest, Blackcraft Cult's, Bobby Schubenski. We get into how this record made sadness feel cinematic, why Hope Sandoval’s voice still hits like a ghost, and how these songs quietly rewired indie music for decades. It's hypnotic, iconic, and still completely untouchable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28

On this episode of CD Burners, we're digging into In Motion by Copeland, the shimmering, heartbreaking record that somehow flew under the radar. With special guest Kyle Patrick from The Click Five, we get into how this album blended beauty and tension, why it hit so hard for emo kids trying to grow up, and what made Copeland stand out in a sea of loud bands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 21

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving into the debut album that made teen angst sound cinematic, the self titled album by The 1975. We get into the chaos, the hooks, the weird interludes, and how this record made it cool to be messy with special guest, Mod Sun. Whether you were blasting “Robbers” or just confused by the hype, this album left a mark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 14

On this episode of CD Burners, we're talking about one of the most important underground albums of the 2010s, Floral Green by Title Fight, with special guest Patrick Miranda from Movements. We get into how this record cracked emo wide open, why it still sounds fresh over a decade later, and the way it helped bridge the gap between hardcore and shoegaze. Patrick shares what this album meant to him coming up, the legacy it left behind, and the bands that wouldn’t exist without it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 7

On this episode of CD Burners, we're breaking down Let Go by Avril Lavigne with special guest Luna Shadows. We talk about how “Complicated,” “Sk8er Boi,” and “I’m With You” turned Avril into a global icon, why her songwriting hit harder than people gave her credit for, and how Let Go helped redefine what pop punk could sound like. Luna shares how this record shaped her as an artist, and why it still holds up over 20 years later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30

On this episode of CD Burners, we're diving into Everything in Transit by Jack’s Mannequin with special guest, Erin Gilfoy. We get into Andrew McMahon lore, the piano-pop perfection of “Dark Blue,” and why this album still hits like a sunburned breakup. From major label chaos to MySpace memories, this is a deep dive into one of the most beloved emo-adjacent records of the 2000s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving into Dude Ranch by Blink-182, the album that nearly tore them apart before it made them legends. With special guest, Shane Told from Silverstein, we get into the van breakdowns, label drama, and raw energy that defined this era. From the chaos of “Dammit” to the behind-the-scenes tension, this is Blink before the fame, filters, and Travis Barker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving into Dog Problems by The Format with special guest Brian Logan Dales from The Summer Set. We get into how this cult classic became a breakup album with the music industry, why it still resonates with fans nearly 20 years later, and how it laid the groundwork for the rise of fun. We talk about the theatrical ambition behind every track and why this might be one of the greatest albums of the 2000s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 9

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re unpacking Blurryface by Twenty One Pilots, the breakout album that made them impossible to ignore. Special guest, Zak Dossi of People R Ugly joins us to dig into how this record broke every genre rule in the book, from screamo to ukulele pop, and still managed to top the charts. From the lore of Blurryface himself to the cult-like fanbase it built, we’re diving into what made this era so bizarre, unforgettable, and lowkey brilliant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 2

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving into The Papercut Chronicles by Gym Class Heroes, the raw debut that made them a MySpace-era phenomenon. Special guest, Gym Class Heroes' very own, Travie McCoy joins us to unpack how this DIY record flipped emo, rap, and pop on their heads and turned a band of weird kids into unexpected stars. We get into the leap from local shows to MTV, the legacy of “Cupid’s Chokehold,” and why this album still hits like a time capsule from the early 2000s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 26

On this episode of CD Burners, we're diving into Pinkerton by Weezer with special guest, DE'WAYNE. The album nearly ended Weezer’s career and somehow became a cult classic. We get into the chaos around its release, the backlash, and how it grew into a blueprint for emo vulnerability. DE'WAYNE shares what the record meant to him coming up and why it still hits so hard today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving into the ukulele-core emo explosion that was The Yippee EP by Never Shout Never. Special guest, Noelle Sucks, joins us as we unpack how Christopher Drew became a MySpace icon, why this EP was the blueprint for 2010s softboy energy, and how one teenager from Missouri accidentally built an empire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 12

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re talking about the record that crash-landed into punk and changed everything, Joyce Manor’s self-titled debut with special guest, Vinny Morales of Grave Secrets. We break down how a 13-minute album became a modern classic, why it felt like a slap in the face (in the best way), and what made it resonate so hard with DIY kids everywhere. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 5

On this episode of CD Burners, we're unpacking the chaotic and genre-defying record, What It Is To Burn by Finch with special guest, Katie Maloney from Vanderpump Rules and Disrespectfully. We talk about why this album still hits 20 years later, how it confused the scene in the best way, and why Drive-Thru Records was the most unhinged label in the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 29

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys unpack the raw magic of The Room’s Too Cold by The Early November with special guest, The Early November's very own, Ace Enders. From the bold choice to start with “Ever So Sweet” to the unpolished, heartfelt production, we dive into how this record captured a moment when emo was at its most real and why it still crushes 20 years later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 22

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re diving into Toxicity by System of a Down with Meredith Hurley from the Millionaires + Emo Nite. We break down the chaos behind the Hollywood sign-inspired album art, the riot that erupted at their release show, and how Chop Suey became a generational anthem. Meredith shares how this record pulled her into heavy music, why its mix of politics, weirdness, and hooks still rips front to back, and how Toxicity became one of the most iconic metal albums of the 2000s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 15

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are breaking down one of the most iconic pop punk albums of the 2000s, All Killer No Filler by Sum 41, with DJ legend, Kayzo. We dive into the chaos behind “Fat Lip,” the metal riffs hiding in plain sight, and how this album helped turn pop punk into a global phenomenon. Kayzo shares how discovering Sum 41 as a kid shaped his sound, what made this era so explosive, and why this record still rips front to back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 8

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are diving into From Here to Infirmary by Alkaline Trio with the band’s own Dan Andriano. He takes us inside the chaotic era that saw the band jump to a major label, clean up their sound, and face down the backlash. We get into the pressure of writing bigger songs, the weirdest moments behind the scenes, and how this album became one of their most divisive and beloved records. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 1

On this episode of CD Burners, we’re breaking down You're Gonna Miss It All by Modern Baseball, the album that turned basement shows, inside jokes, and college oversharing into one of the most quietly influential records of the 2010s. We get into how they recorded it in a college studio, the wild story of how the band formed, why “Your Graduation” became an Emo Nite anthem, and how Modern Baseball made vulnerability feel casual, funny, and weirdly empowering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 24

On this episode of CD Burners, we're diving into American Idiot by Green Day, the album that blew open the doors for a new era of punk rock. We're joined by special guests, the legendary award-winning producer, Rob Cavallo and Taka from ONE OK ROCK, who tells the story of hearing the album for the first time in Japan without speaking a word of English, how it inspired him to leave pop behind, and why American Idiot still hits just as hard today. From political anthems to rock operas, this is the global legacy of Green Day’s most ambitious record. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 17

On this episode of CD Burners, we're diving into You'll Be Fine by Hot Mulligan with Chris Freeman himself. He breaks down how the band went from playing house shows in Michigan to headlining sold out tours — and how You'll Be Fine accidentally became their breakout album during the pandemic. We get into insane behind-the-scenes stories: recording above a seafood restaurant, band fights over harmonies, Discord fan takeovers, and how a View-Master and secret website helped launch new music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 10

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are diving into one of the most chaotic and influential internet-era bands: Attack Attack. We're joined by drummer Andrew Wetzel, who breaks down the band’s wild origin story, the viral rise of “crabcore,” and the backlash that made them underground legends. From MySpace fame to meme status to full-circle redemption, this is the unfiltered story of how a group of Ohio kids accidentally changed metalcore forever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 3

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into the legendary pop punk album, Take Off Your Pants and Jacket by Blink-182 with special guest, renowned DJ & producer, Dillon Francis. From fart jokes to existential angst, iconic singles to hidden gems, we dive into it all & get the inside scoop on how this record shaped Dillon’s taste. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into one of the most iconic yet underrated rock albums of the 2000s, Sing The Sorrow by AFI. We're joined by legendary A&R, Luke Wood, who gives us an inside perspective on signing AFI and reveals stories behind the record’s sound, the intense industry battles over singles and radio play, and why this masterpiece never hit the massive commercial success it deserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 20

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are diving deep into breakthrough album, The Young and The Hopeless by Good Charlotte. This misunderstood 2002 record helped shape emo and mall punk as we know it and made an everlasting impact on a generation that needed it most. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 13

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into cult classic album, Phantoms by Acceptance with special guest, singer, Jason Vena. Released in 2005, this debut album had the odds stacked against it from album leaks to controversial label software yet has still held its ground as a truly solid pop rock album. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 6

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into Suicide Season by Bring Me The Horizon with special guest, album producer, Fredrik Nordström! Bring Me The Horizon have always been ahead of the times and their musical shift with this second studio album is no exception. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 29

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are joined by their first podcast cohost, Games We Play! Tune in to hear them deep dive into debut studio album, Take This To Your Grave by Fall Out Boy. What started as a fun side project has skyrocketed to be one of the most influential albums and bands of all time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 22

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into the highly influential debut emo album, Dear Diary, My Teen Angst Has A Body Count by From First To Last with original member and current frontman, Matt Good. This album shook the scene and if MySpace plays counted the way streams do, these songs would have topped the charts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 15

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into one of the best written albums of all time, I’m Wide Awake It’s Morning by Bright Eyes. Released in 2005 and inspired by 70s folk, this sixth studio album stands out for its lyrical genius and true artistry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 11

On this bonus episode of CD Burners, TJ & Morgan are chatting it up with pop punk band, Magnolia Park! Blending elements of hip hop, pop punk, & emo rock, Magnolia Park creates a sound that packs a punch. Tune in to hear the inside scoop on what it was like building this new world for their first concept album, VAMP, out NOW! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 8

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are joined in the studio by emo rapper turned multi genre extraordinaire, Nothing, Nowhere. Tune in to hear the inside scoop on his artistic journey and how he stays authentic to himself by creating music that’s outside of the box. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 1

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into an album truly ahead of its time, Interventions + Lullabies by The Format. While it didn’t gain the proper recognition it deserved, it sure as hell paved the way for indie pop and showcased Nate Ruess as one of the best pop singers around. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into a debut album like no other, A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out by Panic! At The Disco. Album producer, Matt Squire joins the podcast to give us the insider perspective of what it was really like to create this one of a kind, wildly theatrical record that blended electronic beats, emo angst, and vaudeville inspired drama. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 18

On this episode of CD Burners, TJ & Morgan are diving deep into one of the most influential albums of all time, Something To Write Home About by The Get Up Kids. Founding member and lead vocalist, Matt Pryor joins the podcast to give us the inside scoop on the album that paved the way for emo in all its forms and served as the blueprint for all the bands we know and love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are diving into Leaving Through The Window by Something Corporate and getting the inside scoop from special guest, frontman, Andrew McMahon. This major label debut album is packed with piano-fueled anthems, heartbreak, and undeniable angst that set this record apart and stand the test of time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 4

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are talking all things Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs! by Hellogoodbye, with the OG Bedroom Pop genius himself, Forrest Kline. Produced by Matt Mahaffey, this debut album has a playful and chaotic sound that’s entirely its own and truly embodies the Myspace era and scene culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into one of the most iconic albums of all time, Enema Of The State by Blink-182. Produced by Jerry Finn and released in the summer of 1999, this album forever changed the state of the scene and what it means to be punk. It's funny, it's juvenile, it's relatable, and it's a timeless album you'll always go back to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 18

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into No Really, I’m Fine by The Spill Canvas with special guest, frontman, Nick Thomas. Released in October 2007, this first major label release from the band solidified their place in the emo scene despite not necessarily being an emo band. With their sound being "somewhere between The All American Rejects and Matchbox Twenty", this album proves that sometimes emo is a spectrum and more about a scene than a sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are pulling back the layers of the album some would call the pinnacle of emo, Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge by My Chemical Romance. The album’s producer, Howard Benson joins the guys to give an inside look at what it was like to work on an album that shaped culture and proved that emo is so much more than just a genre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 4

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are digging into the album that forever shifted the scene, Riot! by Paramore. Released in 2007 and produced by David Bendeth, this secondary album proved that Hayley Williams and Paramore were a force to be reckoned with. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28

On this bonus episode of CD Burners, the guys are listening to your voicemails! Got something to say? We wanna hear it! Call 323-310-2731. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 21

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are diving into the world of Warped Tour with none other than the legend himself, Kevin Lyman. There’s no denying the monumental impact Warped Tour had on the music scene by blending together bands and artists of different genres, activism, and community. Tune in and prepare for the long awaited return of the largest and longest touring music festival in North America to date. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 14

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into one of the most influential emo albums of all time, Tell All Your Friends by Taking Back Sunday. Released in March 2002 and produced by Sal Villanueva, this debut album has become the bestselling release for both Taking Back Sunday and Victory Records. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are peeling back the layers of Your Favorite Weapon by Brand New. Produced by Mike Sapone and released in 2001, this debut album is power chord heavy and packed full of lyrics that perfectly describe the highs and lows of the teenage experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are diving into We The Kings’ self titled album with special guest, We The Kings singer, Travis Clark. Released in October 2007, this is a pretty perfect pop album that is heavily guitar driven and jam packed with catchy pop choruses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, TJ & Morgan are digging deep into Tigers Jaw's self titled album, Tigers Jaw. This album, first released in September 2008, has proven to be undeniably digestible, relatable, and just straight up cool to people in and out of the emo music scene. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 2024

Morgan catches up with Ryan & Josh of Story Of The Year ahead of their set at When We Were Young Festival '24 to chat about the fest, new music, & other projects they're working on! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 19, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are delving into The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus’s debut album, Don’t You Fake It. Produced by David Bendeth and released in the summer of 2006, this album truly showcased the band's ability to blend popular rock genres and land spots on both the charts and radio stations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 2024

Morgan catches up with Martin Johnson of Boys Like Girls ahead of their set at When We Were Young Festival '24 to chat about the fest, new music, & other projects they're working on!Listen to their new album, Sunday At Foxwoods now! https://link.boyslikegirls.com/foxwoods This bonus episode is powered by GHOST Energy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 12, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are deep diving into Neck Deep's sophomore album, Life's Not Out To Get You. Produced by Andrew Wade & A Day To Remember's Jeremy McKinnon, this album set out to be the "bigger and better" version of their debut album with stronger vocals and undeniable pop punk roots throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 8, 2024

Morgan catches up with Shane Told of Silverstein ahead of their set at When We Were Young Festival '24 to chat about the fest, new music, & other projects they're working on! Pre-Order Antibloom by Silverstein here: https://silversteinmusic.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY86dAjfshnvfCL3dcrPMZ3RrYKn1CSa7-oLKvSqYF_u58kLyC3PMz4A2Y_aem_cYriUKX97jKy0D4X7avJwg This bonus episode of CD Burners is powered by GHOST Energy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 5, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and this time they’re diving into The Starting Line’s debut album, Say It Like You Mean It with none other than Ken Vasoli. Produced by Mark Trombino, this album was released in the summer of 2002, full of catchy hooks and hyperstrummed power chords that heavily influenced the newer generation of pop punk and emo bands that followed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 29, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and this time they get to chat with myspace sensation Gabe Saporta of Cobra Starship about the making of Viva La Cobra!, produced by Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump. This album, released in fall 2007, was a unique blend of emo, pop punk, and electropop. This album famously paved the way for many other bands into this new era of music consisting of genre bending, scandalous, party anthems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 22, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners the guys are back and this time they're taking a look at one of the most mature, highly emotional, and relatable pop punk albums released in 2013, The Greatest Generation by The Wonder Years. Dan Campbell blesses the pod with his insight and experience making such a critically acclaimed and nostalgic piece of music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back this time we have an in-depth interview with none other than Derek DiScanio from State Champs about the making of their debut album, The finer things. This album, released in October 2013 was produced by Sam Pura and Steve Klein, is the essence of pure Pop Punk and charted number 2 on Billboard's Heatseekers Album charts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 8, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and this time they're digging into one of the most inspiring emo bands of all time, Thursday, who released their second studio album Full Collapse in April 2001. Produced by Sal Villanueva, this album is the perfect example of early 2000s post hardcore and screamo. With the music video for it's debut single "Understanding in a Car Crash" gaining rotation on MTV, this album launched the underground hardcore sound into the mainstream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 1, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and ready to dig deep into the album with one of the most iconic emo anthems ever recorded, Until The Day I Die. That Album was Page Avenue by Story of The Year released in September 2003. The guys have the unique opportunity to chat with the lead singer Dan Marsala about the process of recording this album with the one and only John Feldmann. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 26, 2024

On this bonus episode of ur favorite podcast, Morgan introduces you to MDDN Records artist Petti Hendrix!! Petti brings a blend of hip-hop & pop-punk to the scene that just keeps on evolving. Not only is the music amazing.. but so is his story. Stacked with so many odds against him, Petti Hendrix has stayed passionate and is proof that anyone can have success when you work hard and believe in what you do. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners the guys talk about the self titled album by The All-American Rejects release in 2002 with lead guitarist Nick Wheeler and Drummer Chris Gaylor. This uniquely authentic album, produced by Tim O'heir, paved the way for Pop Punk music to take risks with their sound and use instruments like organs and 80's synths. The guys chat with Nick and Chris about the process of making this album and what it was like recording with Doghouse records at the ripe age of 17 and 19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, TJ and Morgan dig deep into the 2nd studio album from Silverstein, Discovering The Waterfront. This album, released in 2005, laid the bricks for the emerging emo scene in the early 2000s. The guys get a chance to chat with the lead singer Shane Told about the process of making this legendary album that had major influence on the scene. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 10, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners the guys take a deep dive into the second studio album by The Used titled In Love and Death. This band from Utah, made waves in the music industry when this released in 2004 and sold over one million copies. The guys get a chance to talk with producer John Feldmann about the recording process and creating this album with the band. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 4, 2024

On this episode of CD burners the guys take a deep dive into one of the biggest emo bands to come out of Arizona, Jimmy Eat World. Post the grunge era of the 90s, this band took scene by storm and was signed to Dreamworks before they were making movies. The guys get a chance to chat about their 4th studio album Bleed American and talk to it's producer Mark Trombino about the process of making it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 27, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, T.J. and Morgan take a deep dive into the the iconic album They're Only Chasing Safety by Underoath. This melodic hardcore album was the first album Underoath released after replacing their lead singer in 2004. The guys get a chance to talk to both Spencer Chamberlain and Aaron Gillespie about what it was like for them as a band in a time when playing together live was much more important than recording demos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys dig deep into the fourth studio album from Four Year Strong, Enemy of The World. This band was the perfect blend of metal and pop punk, with every song on the album fitting together cohesively from start to finish. The guys get a chance to talk with Machine, producer for this album, about his experience working with the band and creating such a unique sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 13, 2024

In 2006 two bands from Tallahassee Florida came together to form Mayday Parade. Shortly after they recorded their debut album, A Lesson In Romantics, when Derek Sanders was only 20 years old. Produced by Zack Odom and Kenneth Mount, this album defined the emo genre as we know it and landed them a slot at Warped tour in 2007. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 6, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys discuss The Maine's debut album Can't Stop Won't Stop released July 8th, 2008. This album was unlike anything else at the time because of the producer Matt Squire who pushed the band members to use new instruments and think outside the box. T.J interviews with Pat Kirch, drummer for The Maine, and talks about his experience with creating this album. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 30, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and ready to dive into the incredibly mature sounding debut album Feel Something by Movements. Released in 2017, when Patrick Miranda was only 19 years old, this album sounds wise beyond its years. T.J. and Morgan interview Will Yip, the producer of this album and likely the producer of all your favorite emo albums with credits from Circa Survive, Panic! at The Disco, Title Fight, The Wonder Years, La Dispute and many more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 23, 2024

On this week's episode of CD Burners, T.J. and Morgan take a look at the debut album from Chiodos, Alls Well That Ends Well, released in 2005. This album, produced by Mark Hudson, takes you on a post-hardcore journey. The guys talk about the experience of listening to this album from beginning to end and how it sparked influence for so many other artists in the scene. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 16, 2024

CD Burners is back and this time the guys talk about one of the most influential albums released in 2001 by Morgan's favorite band, Stay What You Are by Saves The Day. Chris Conley blesses the podcast and talks at length about what it was like being a New Jersey band in LA, mental health expressed through lyrics, and emo youth playing in basements and community centers. This album paved the way for many other emerging bands as emo music started on its path into the mainstream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 9, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners - T.J. and Morgan take a closer look at the album that was the blueprint for modern pop punk. In the 00's this album was inescapable. Jordan Pundik, frontman of New Found Glory, joins the pod and shares some insight into where the band's mindset was at when making this album. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 2, 2024

On this episode of CD Burners - the guys pull back the curtain on the story behind Bayside, how they came to open for every iconic emo band, their hustle, and the development of their songwriting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 25, 2024

The guys unpack Simple Plan's debut album featuring their iconic song, I'm Just a Kid. Later they chat with Chuck and Pierre about how their producer on this album challenged them to make it different than the rest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 18, 2024

This week on CD Burners, the guys dig deep into the iconic Dusk and Summer album by Dashboard Confessional, the band that sparked T.J.'s love for emo music in the early 2000s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 11, 2024

Hello everyone welcome back to PP burners. On this week's episode we dive into Cartel's Chroma, a beautiful album that never truly got its flowers. Why is that? We sit down with Will Pugh from Cartel to get the inside scoop on the making of this record, and why he thinks history played out the way it did. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 4, 2024

We're So Good At Picking Up The Pieces of the past and telling you the true story behind Pierce The Veil's breakout album Collide With The Sky. Vic Fuentes and Jamie Preciado join T.J. and Morgan on today's episode for an incredibly in depth interview on what things were like when the band wrote and recorded what would become one of the most influential rock albums of our generation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 28, 2024

This has to be one of our favorite episodes so far! This week's episode of CD Burners is a deep dive into the Fall Out Boy album From Under The Cork Tree. T.J. and Morgan share their thoughts and then producer Neal Avron stops by the show to share his memories, stories, and takes on one of the most important albums in Emo and Pop Punk history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 21, 2024

hello teens, this episode has been sitting in the can for a little while because we were trying to pin down the real boy himself Max Bemis for an interview. BUT we finally caught up with Max and got his thoughts on the album that 19 year-old max wrote back in 2004, what it's like to play these songs 20 years later, and how he views the emo scene he became a part of. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 2024

howdy neighbors, welcome back to the pp burners podcast. this week we break the rules of our show and take a look at neither a full length album or a cd. This week we look at a digital only EP from The Millionaires called Cash Only. Melissa Marie Green dropped by Morgan's humble abode fresh off an appearance at Emo Nite in Orange county to discuss the EP and The Millionaires influential mark on pop music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 7, 2024

things are heating up here on cd burners, this week we bring the 3OH!3 boys into the studio to discuss their seminal album WANT. we take a deep dive into their careers, the many lives they've lived, and the wild experiences they've had throughout the course of their time as a band. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 30, 2024

Hello burny bros, this week the boys take a closer look at the self-titled debut full length album from SAOSIN aka "The Beetle Album". We discuss the history of the band and Cove Reber joins the pod to discuss his time in the studio, what it was like to join the band at 18 years old, and the importance of producer Howard Benson's role in creating this record. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 23, 2024

This week on CD Burners, T.J. and Morgan take a deep dive into the importance of the album Homesick by A Day To Remember. As Jeremy McKinnon once said "We're a pop band that makes mosh music." This album perfectly mixes pop punk and hardcore music in an extremely palatable way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 16, 2024

This week T.J. and Morgan take a deep dive into the album that is a perfect snapshot of 2004 and inspired the sound of thousands of screamo bands across the globe. The boys are later joined by Hawthorne Height's frontman JT Woodruff who gives a great interview on the band's time recording this record, and tells us the never-before-told story on why there is no producer credit on this album! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 9, 2024

On this week's episode of CD Burners, T.J. and Morgan take a look at one of the most, if not THE MOST important and influential emo album of our time, The Black Parade by My Chemical Romance. Former Warner Bros Records Marketing genius and 'General of the MCRmy', Steve Morales stops by the pod to share some insight on the roll out campaign for this album. Legendary produce Rob Cavallo shared what it was like making this record and how he got that iconic piano sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 2, 2024

This week T.J. and Morgan take a deep dive into the album Let's Cheers to This by Sleeping With Sirens. Kellin Quinn stops by to our answer our questions and shares some never before heard stories about what it was like to work on this album, what fueled the recording process, and the most awkward fan encounter he's ever had. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 2024

On the very first episode of CD Burners, T.J. and Morgan take a deep dive into Motion City Soundtrack's seminal album Commit This to Memory. Justin Pierre stops by the show and provides behind the scenes stories about the creation of the album, the state of punk music today, and the importance of mental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.