March Forth with Mike Bauman

Episode 164: Worldwide Panic

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Lane Steele of Worldwide Panic!
Based in Los Angeles, Worldwide Panic is a hard rock/alternative metal band that formed in 2016. Over the years, the band has put the work in and built their audience through touring with the likes of Flaw, Smile Empty Soul, Mushroomhead, and The Convalescence.
In 2023, Worldwide Panic dropped their self-title debut LP. Mastered by Chris "Zeuss" Harris (Hatebreed, Rob Zombie, Shadows Fall, Demon Hunter), the album produced heavy hitters like "Burn Letter" and "Another Side of Me," as well as the Active Rock Radio charting singles "I Tried" and "Falling Apart."
On November 1st, 2024, Worldwide Panic released "Break Me Down," the first single off their forthcoming album The Greatest Villain The World Has Even Seen. In a short period of time, "Break Me Down" is already resonating with hard rock and metal fans. The music video for the single is nearing 100k YouTube views, with the song itself reaching No. 9 on the Top 50 Mainstream/Active Rock Chart for SMR.
In this episode, Lane chats with Mike about his childhood and how he got into heavy music, navigating the music industry over two-plus decades, the formation and evolution of sound for Worldwide Panic, working with the aforementioned "Zeuss" and Bob Marlette, the early success of "Break Me Down," making cool covers like Eddie Murphy's "Party All The Time," and more.
This episode also features Worldwide Panic's cover of "Party All The Time" featuring Angel Nightmare, available where you get your music!
Follow Worldwide Panic on Instagram @worldwide_panic. To stay up-to-date with Worldwide Panic, visit https://www.worldwidepanicband.com/. To watch the music video for Worldwide Panic's cover of "Party All The Time," visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUNkfXBmrq4.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 163: Chateau Noir

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Chateau Noir!
Based in Southern California, Chateau Noir is a gothic, electronic power couple duo of Emily Babette Gross and Brent Wyman. Formed in 2023, the couple wanted to create art together that captured their shared passion of horror movies, gothic world-building, and synth-driven electronic music.
On November 24th, 2024, Chateau Noir released their self-titled, debut LP. Since the album came out, Chateau Noir has also dropped three music videos for the songs "Fatal Glance," "V/H/S," and "Decadence." Each music video really stands on its own as a short film, reflective of Emily and Brent's affinity for horror and filmmaking. Fans of 80s and 90s horror will especially enjoy the work that the couple has put into Chateau Noir.
In this episode, Mike chats with Emily and Brent about how Chateau Noir came to fruition, their story as a couple, learning how to get the sounds they wanted out of the synthesizer, the fun and work that went into their music videos, some of their favorite horror films and memorabilia, and more.
This episode also features the song "Born to Darkness" from Chateau Noir's self-titled debut album, available where you get your music!
Follow Chateau Noir on Instagram @_chateau.noir. To check out Chateau Noir's music videos, visit https://www.youtube.com/@ChateauNoirBand. To check out Brent's other band Corpus, follow their Instagram @corpusisdead.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 162: Anthony Church

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Anthony Church!
Hailing from Alliance, Ohio, Anthony is a music producer and host of the Proven Knowledge podcast. Proven Knowledge is a collective, brand, and podcast Anthony created with his friend and rapper JayTrey to inspire and spark people's dreams. Since 2016, Anthony has been active as a producer in the hip hop, R&B, and pop realms. He also makes his own instrumental beats, from hip hop, to lo-fi, and alternative.
In 2024, the always active Church had an incredibly productive year. From doing weekly episodes of the Proven Knowledge podcast, to releasing his full-length instrumental LP Unknown Advantage, to working on musical projects with the aforementioned JayTrey, Tommy G, Beatmology, Prickly Pear Records, Soma79, LuiKangOZ, and True School Records, among others, it was quite a schedule for Church.
In 2025, Church has already announced he's dropping his next solo project entitled When Loves The Motive, as well as a collaborative music production EP with Jailan Williams called Proof of Concept, the latter of which releases February 7th.
In this episode, Mike and Church catch up to talk about his big 2024, including his full-length LP Unknown Advantage, doing his first vinyl run, how he manages his busy schedule, his numerous collaborations, his forthcoming When Loves The Motive project, tapping into your creative spirit, and more.
This episode also features an exclusive listen of Anthony Church's instrumental track entitled "Real Home" off his forthcoming project When Loves The Motive!
Follow Anthony on Instagram @anthonychurchmusic, and Proven Knowledge @proven_knowledge. To stay up-to-date with Anthony and Proven Knowledge, visit https://linktr.ee/anthonychurchmusic & https://linktr.ee/prvnknwldge. To grab your copy of the limited edition vinyl release for Unknown Advantage, visit https://anthonychurch.bandcamp.com/album/unknown-advantage.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 161: Kris Jackson

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Kris Jackson!
Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Kris Jackson is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist. Kris is also the lead vocalist in the pop-punk/metalcore band All the Tension.
In 2024, All the Tension dropped their first three singles as a band: "Deaf," "Faster and Faster," and "Ruin This Song." Each song is different by design, showcasing All the Tension's versatility to be both heavy and catchy. With a penchant for metalcore riffs, catchy pop punk hooks, and Kris' vocal ability to do cleans and screams, All the Tension has a forthcoming record that aims to capture the attention of the Music City and beyond.
In this episode, Kris talks with Mike about how he first got into music and knew he wanted to perform onstage, his early pop punk roots with Blink-182, progressing to heavier music and screaming vocals with the likes of Silverstein and Underoath, learning how to do screaming vocals, starting All the Tension, and more.
This episode also features the song "Faster and Faster" from All the Tension, available where you get your music!
Follow Kris on Instagram @kjax2288. Follow All the Tension on Instagram @allthetension. To stay up-to-date with All the Tension, visit https://www.allthetension.com/.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 160: Rad Stacey

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Rad Stacey!
Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, Rad Stacey is an easycore/pop punk band that formed in 2020.
With collective experience from other bands in the scene, Rad Stacey's formation brought together a combination of high energy beats, hook-laden vocals, crunchy riffs, and major key writing for their own unique blend of easycore, pop punk, and hard rock. After releasing their inaugural EP entitled Shhh Tell 'Em All in 2020, Rad Stacey has continued to build their name through additional singles and live shows.
On November 18th, Rad Stacey dropped their new EP Vibe Rider. From the uplifting heartbreak anthem opener "This Isn't Tennis," to the heartfelt closer "Sm!le," Vibe Rider showcases Rad Stacey's versatility as a band that can perform meaningful, fun, and high energy songs.
In this episode, Alijah, Joey, and Ian of Rad Stacey speak with Mike about their musical beginnings, the formation of Rad Stacey, the meaning behind "This Isn't Tennis" and "Sm!le," the production and sound they were going for on Vibe Rider, men's mental health, perseverance through difficult times, and more.
This episode also features the lead single "This Isn't Tennis" from Rad Stacey's new EP Vibe Rider, available where you get your music!
Follow Rad Stacey on Instagram @radstaceymusic. To stay up-to-date with Rad Stacey, visit https://radstaceymusic.com/. 
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 159: Adrian Rose

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Adrian Rose!
Hailing from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Adrian Rose is an artist, producer, engineer, and musician on the Big Eleanor Records label.
In addition to his side project DYSFONK, Adrian is a producer for other artists, including fellow Big Eleanor member and friend Laddie Moran. As an artist himself, Adrian also puts out his own unique blend of soul, funk, hip hop, and R&B. After dropping his EP entitled LLOYD in 2023, Adrian just released his debut, full-length album ALL CAPS on December 10th. 
Featuring verses and instrumentation from numerous collaborators, ALL CAPS showcases not only Adrian's ability as a singer and rapper, but also takes listeners on a sonic journey where they'll hear everything from the guitar, to the saxophone, to the trumpet.
In this episode, Adrian talks with Mike about how he got into music and music production, becoming part of the Big Eleanor Records family, taking his time with the rollout and making of ALL CAPS, his thoughts on AI in music, and more.
This episode also features the lead single "WHERE WE CAME FROM" off Adrian Rose's debut LP ALL CAPS, available where you get your music!
Follow Adrian Rose on Instagram @adrianrosemusic. To stay up-to-date with Adrian's musical projects, visit https://linktr.ee/adrianrosemusic.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 158: Sleep Nation

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Bran Merritt of Sleep Nation!
Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Sleep Nation is an alternative rock duo comprised of Merritt (vocals, guitar) and Joey Lauretta (drums). Initially founded in 2010, Sleep Nation has made a name for themselves in the Music City with their own style and energetic live shows.
After becoming a duo in 2020, Sleep Nation has been hard at work releasing new music. In September 2023, they dropped their sophomore album entitled AND THEN THERE WERE 2, their first release as a two-piece. That album helped them get nominated for "Best Rock Album" and "Best Duo of the Year" at the 2024 Josie Music Awards, which were held at The Grand Ole Opry House in October.
On November 20th, Sleep Nation released their new album entitled Deadbeat Disco. The album features contributions from Sleep Nation's friends and fellow talents in the local Nashville music scene, including production by Jonn Nicholson of E.Y.E. Productions, engineering by Tony Grissom, and backing vocals from Kris Jackson (All the Tension) and Not Your Nails. The vinyl for Deadbeat Disco was also pressed at The Vinyl Lab in Nashville.
In this episode, Bran talks with Mike about the making of Deadbeat Disco, including working with Nicholson and E.Y.E. Productions, the inspiration for the album's title and sound, getting his friends in the Nashville music community on the record, working with The Vinyl Lab in Nashville for LP pressings, and more.
This episode of the podcast also features the title track off Deadbeat Disco from Sleep Nation, available where you get your music!
Follow Sleep Nation on Instagram @sleepnationtv. To stay up-to-date on Sleep Nation, visit https://www.slpntn.com/.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 157: Devitalized

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Devitalized!
Hailing from Massachusetts, Devitalized is a deathcore band that also incorporates elements of metalcore and hardcore for their own unique sound.
Comprised of John-Paul Ratta (Vocals), Joseph Ratta (Lead/Rhythm Guitar), Thomas Jones Jr (Bass Guitar), Dawson Medeiros (Lead Guitar), and Andrew Bailey (Drums), Devitalized released their debut album entitled State of Aggression on 5/17/24. The album was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Robbie Litchfield (Saving Vice) at his Hell Here Studios in New York. The 8-song debut showcases both the brutality and musicality of Devitalized, who continue to build their name and fan base with energetic live shows. Additionally, State of Aggression also includes the song "Godslayer," which features Tom Barber (Darko, Chelsea Grin).
On this episode, Tom, JP, and Dawson speak with Mike about how they got into heavy music, the sound and inception of Devitalized, making State of Aggression with Robbie Litchfield, the support and collaboration of Tom Barber, and more.
This episode of the pod also features the song "Flesh Pit" from Devitalized off their debut record State of Aggression, available where you get your music!
Follow Devitalized on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/devitalizedma/. To stay up-to-date with the latest shows and news from Devitalized, visit https://devitalizedofficial.com/.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 156: Slingshot

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Slingshot!
Formed in 2018, Slingshot is an emo/post-hardcore band from Southern California. The current lineup is comprised of Dylan Baumgartner (guitar & vocals), She-Ra (vocals), Armand Morillo (bass & vocals), and Annaleece Arellano (drums).
After releasing the EP Dawn of Decline and split EP Invaders From Uranus! with their friends in Split Image in 2023, Slingshot has continued playing shows and putting out new music in 2024. Following the release of the tracks "157AM" and "Sons of Yoren" earlier this year, Slingshot dropped their latest single entitled "Rorschach" on October 10th.
In addition to their live gigs and new tunes in 2024, Slingshot also joined the roster of Cool Dogs Records, an indie record label in California's Central Valley.
On this episode, Armand and Dylan of Slingshot catch up with Mike about their songwriting process with the band's current lineup, their latest single "Rorschach," being part of a supportive music scene in California, upcoming shows, and more.
This episode of the pod also features Slingshot's latest single "Rorschach," available where you get your music!
Follow Slingshot on Instagram @slingshot.band. To stay up-to-date with the latest shows and tunes from Slingshot, visit https://instabio.cc/Slingshot.
On November 29th, Slingshot will be performing at Humble Heart in San Diego, California with The Renters, Dead Martyr, Split Image, and Gruncle. The concert is presented by Dylan's Reelverse Productions. For tickets, visit https://www.theheartob.com/event-details-registration/the-renters-dead-martyr-split-image-slingshot-gruncle.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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Episode 155: Thunder Lily

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Thunder Lily!
Thunder Lily is a Nashville-based musician by way of Toledo, Ohio who continues to grow as an artist with each release. Since 2015, Thunder Lily's musical palate has included songs with elements of 80's, Dream Pop, Electro Pop, Synth Pop, Indie Pop, Alternative, and Folk. His recent tours have included opening for Delta Rae and Pip The Pansy.
On October 2nd, Thunder Lily released his latest LP entitled Voyager. The 11-track album is a heartfelt journey for listeners that showcases Thunder Lily's versatility and continued exploration as a songwriter. The album ranges from the more somber tone of "Running On Air," to the uplifting vibe of "All Will Be Well," to the moving "Time Friends" with his wife and Delta Rae co-creator Brittany Hölljes.
On this episode, Thunder Lily talks with Mike about what life has been like since the last time they chatted in 2021, including meeting and falling in love with Brittany, getting married, becoming a father, touring with Delta Rae, his continued curiosity and exploration as a musician and songwriter with Voyager, and more.
This episode of the podcast also features the song "All Will Be Well" from Thunder Lily off his new album Voyager, available where you get your music!
Follow Thunder Lily on Instagram @thunderlilysound. To stay up-to-date with Thunder Lily, visit https://www.thunderlilysound.com/.
Follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod. To stay up-to-date on the podcast and learn more about Mike, visit https://linktr.ee/marchforthpod.
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