March Forth with Mike Bauman

Episode 79: Marc Rosenfeld (Bury the Darkness, Burned Alive Clothing)

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Marc Rosenfeld!
Rosenfeld plays lead guitar in Bury the Darkness, a metalcore band from Phoenix, Arizona that burst onto the scene in 2020. He also is the Co-Owner of Burned Alive Clothing.
Released in the summer of 2020, Bury the Darkness' debut single "Break Me" has now amassed over 535,000 Spotify streams. Their second single entitled "Gone But Not Forgotten" featuring fellow rising Arizona outfit Dropout Kings has amassed nearly 80,000 Spotify streams. Additionally, their third single - a cover of "Someone Else" - is nearing 30,000 Spotify streams.
In this episode, Marc chats with Mike about what Bury the Darkness has been up to since they last spoke, including their forthcoming single "Suffocate," their hometown show with Dropout Kings in August, their new drummer Devin Bowers, persevering through the pandemic and recording challenges, and more.
This episode of the podcast also features the aforementioned "Break Me" from Bury the Darkness, available where you get your music!
On Instagram, follow Bury the Darkness @burythedarkness, Marc @marcrosenfeld, and Burned Alive Clothing @burnedaliveclothing.
To pre-save the forthcoming single "Suffocate" from Bury the Darkness (out on 9/30), visit https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/burythedarkness/suffocate!
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 78: Nard Grice & Zachary Tyler of House//Divided

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Nard Grice and Zachary Tyler of House//Divided!
Formed in Norfolk, Virginia, House//Divided is a progressive metalcore band that dropped their debut EP Ash & Echoes in March of 2021. They've since done numerous shows in support its release, including gigs with While She Sleeps, Gideon, Born of Osiris, Prison, Vilified, Dropout Kings and Saving Vice, among others. 
In June, they release their latest single entitled "Stray," which features the aforementioned Dropout Kings. Since its release, "Stray" has racked up over 23,000 Spotify streams, while the accompanying music video for the track has gotten 21,000 views on YouTube.
In this episode of the pod, Mike chats with Zach (Vocals) and Nard (Bass, Vocals) of House//Divided about teaming up with Dropout Kings for "Stray," getting the opportunity to play live shows after the shutdowns during COVID, balancing the business side of being a band in today's climate with making music, what they're working on, mental health, and more. 
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features "Stray" from House//Divided (featuring Dropout Kings), available where you get your music!
To stay up-to-date on House//Divided, follow them on Instagram @housedividedmusic, and visit https://linktr.ee/HouseDivided. Follow Nard and Zach on Instagram @nard_divided and @snake_screamer.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/. For additional information about therapy or counseling in your area, visit https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists. 

Episode 77: Shaw Calhoune

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Shaw Calhoune!
Shaw is a rapper from Silver Spring, Maryland who is part of the Big Eleanor Records family. Over the past three years, he's released The Outlook (2019), The Rudy Tape (2020), MARIANA (2021), GOAT CHEESE (2022) and my regards, the last of which just dropped in April, 2022. 
In this episode, Shaw speaks with Mike about how he got into hip hop and doing cyphers, his style and influences, working with Danny NoNo of Big Eleanor Records, the themes in my regards, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the song "edelweiss" from my regards, available where you get your music!
Follow Shaw on Instagram @shaw_calhoune. To check out all of Shaw's releases, visit https://shawcalhoune.bandcamp.com/. To stay up-to-date with all of the Big Eleanor Records releases, follow them on Instagram @bigelrecords, and visit https://bigeleanorrecords.bandcamp.com/! 
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 76: Blak

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Blak!
Blak is a rapper from West Philly who is part of the Dead Wrong Records family. His song "Bodies On The Ground" appeared on the 2020 album Dawn of the Dead from Dead Wrong Records. On July 25th, he just dropped his latest single "Demeanor" on SoundCloud, which was produced by Azzan.
In this episode, Blak talks with Mike about how he got into rap music, persevering through bullying, anxiety, and depression, working with King Shampz and Azzan of Dead Wrong Records, the positive impact of his grandmother, his latest single "Demeanor," and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned "Demeanor" from Blak, available on SoundCloud!
Follow Blak on Instagram @blak215, on Twitter @blak5400, and on TikTok @blaktherapper. To stay up-to-date with the latest from Blak, visit https://linkfly.to/BLAKDW.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 75: Steven Aripez

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Steven Aripez!
Steven is an independent filmmaker whose love for movies dates back to his childhood. In July, Steven held the first screening of his full-length horror film entitled "The Director's Cut," which he wrote, produced, directed and edited. Inspired in part by the style of movies like "Clerks" from Kevin Smith, "The Director's Cut" is a hangout murder mystery set in a video store.
In this episode, Steven talks with Mike about his early love for film and cinema, being inspired to pursue film after watching the special features of Zach Braff's "Garden State," their shared love for horror movies, making "The Director's Cut," persevering as an independent filmmaker, the lessons he's learned along the way, and more.
Follow Steven on Instagram @aripezfilms. Follow "The Director's Cut" on Instagram @thedirectorscutfilm. To donate to the submissions and travel expenses associated with getting "The Director's Cut" on the film festival circuit, visit the following GoFundMe link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/my-film-festival-submissions-travel-expenses?member=19940663&sharetype=teams&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer.
To watch a teaser trailer for "The Director's Cut," visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EJWvWe-kCI.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 74: Crane of Stoneside.

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Crane of Stoneside.!
Based in Texas, Stoneside. is an alternative/progressive metal band whose music is dedicated to telling the stories of the deceased to ensure they are not forgotten. In 2021, Stoneside. released their debut album entitled The Water, which was followed by the release of their sophomore record The Desert this June.
In this episode, Crane speaks with Mike about how the difficulties he faced in childhood and his teens drew him to heavy music, the positive influence of his Grandma, finding meaning in sharing the stories of the dead with Stoneside.'s music, persevering through trauma, and more.
This episode of the podcast also features Stoneside.'s song "Pale Dawn" from the aforementioned album The Desert, available where you get your music!
Follow Stoneside. on Instagram @stoneside_music. To stay up-to-date with Stoneside., visit https://www.stonesidemusic.com/.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.

Episode 73: Chris Steele & Billy Butka of Sucker Punch

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Chris Steele & Billy Butka of Sucker Punch!
Comprised of Steele (Lead Vocals), Butka (Lead Guitar), Andy Katz (Vocals/Guitar), Giulio Bozzone (Guitar/Vocals), Tyler Patchell (Drums) and Will Smith (Bass), Sucker Punch is an East Coast pop punk band with heartfelt lyrical content and strong musicianship.
Drawing influences from the likes of Thrice, The Story So Far, Coheed and Cambria and Taking Back Sunday, Sucker Punch's sound is described as a bridge between early 2000's emocore and the current emo and pop punk movement.
On this episode, Chris and Billy talk with Mike about their friendship, how Sucker Punch came together, writing personal and heartfelt lyrics, balancing the business side of music, mental health, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features Sucker Punch's latest single "Trip McNeely," available where you get your music!
Follow Sucker Punch on Instagram @sckrpnch_ec. To stay up-to-date with all things Sucker Punch, visit https://withkoji.com/@SuckerPunch_EC! 
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Big thanks to Audrey Caron of Breakout PR!
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Episode 72: Allie Marie Hunter

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Allie Marie Hunter!
Hailing from London, England, Allie is a country singer and creative who's been surrounded by music and entertainment since she was a child. Coming from a creative family of actors, musicians, singers and dancers, Allie started performing at a young age.
In the years since her first leading lady role as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, Allie has continued her creative pursuits on multiple fronts. From musical theater, to attending drama school, scripting short films and plays, and even writing a science fiction novel, she's explored multiple avenues over the years.
That said, Allie's love for country music has led her on her current path as an emerging country artist. She's released two singles since 2020 - "Never Beat Again" and "Hair of the Dog" - both of which have accompanying music videos and highlight her storytelling ability and authentic voice. Each single has amassed more than 30,000 streams on Spotify, while the music videos have also done well (57k YouTube views for "Never Beat Again;" 18k YouTube views for "Hair of the Dog"). 
In this episode, Allie talks with me about growing up performing in London with a creative and supportive family, the positive impact and influence of her mother, her love of country music and storytelling, her science fiction novel, working at the renowned FH Block and Ealing Studios in London, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned "Hair of the Dog" from Allie Marie Hunter, available where you get your music!
Follow Allie on Instagram @alliemariehunter. To stay up-to-date on the latest with Allie, visit https://www.alliemariehunter.com/!
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 71: The Free Boyz

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with The Free Boyz!
Based out of Phoenix, Arizona, The Free Boyz is a music group comprised of Kirsin (aka Young Lennon), Brix, and MrSuperNintendo. Rooted in hip hop, The Free Boyz have a diverse sound which ranges from elements of indie pop rock ("Bother Me"), to dance vibes ("Last Night"), introspective vibes ("02172020"), and summer jams ("MOCEAN"). Their latest single is "Fore I Leave," which was produced by MrSuperNintendo.
In addition to their music, The Free Boyz also have a podcast entitled Free Ain't Free, where the guys discuss anything and everything and do so with a heavy dose of humor.
In their return to the podcast, The Free Boyz chat with me about what they've been up to over the past year, including the positive direction of their music, social media scammers, Stranger Things theories (spoiler alert?), having self-confidence and believing in yourself, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned "Fore I Leave" from The Free Boyz, available where you get your music!
Follow The Free Boyz on Instagram @thefreeboyz, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheFreeBoyz, and on Twitter @thefreeboyz_. Follow each of the guys on IG at the following handles: @kirsinmusic, @sir_brixalot, @mrsupernintendo. To stay up-to-date on the latest with The Free Boyz, visit https://thefreeboyz.fanlink.to/general.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 70: Steve Taylor

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Steve Taylor!
Steve is a talk show host and musician who's been in broadcast media for 20 years. From high school sports to professional boxing, he's covered multiple sporting events as an announcer, in addition to hosting radio shows and being a musician. Currently, Steve co-hosts a weekly, online sports talk show called Keeping It Real Sports TV with Andy Sanzotta. 
On this episode, Steve talks with Mike about the genesis of Keeping It Real Sports TV, his friendship with Andy Sanzotta, lessons he's learned in broadcasting over the years, advice he has for aspiring broadcasters, the NBA Finals, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the remix version of the song "Be Strong" from Steve Taylor and the N-Touch Reggae Band.
Follow Keeping It Real Sports TV on YouTube at the following link!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCECo-4ZDt0qJTR79jYIZTUA. You can check out the live stream of the show every Saturday at 10 a.m. Eastern Time, or watch the archived shows on Steve's YouTube channel, Stevez TV.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
Thanks for listening! If ya dug the show, like it, share it, tell a friend, subscribe, and above all, keep the faith and be kind to one another.