March Forth with Mike Bauman

Episode 100: Doc Coyle

On episode 100 of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Doc Coyle!
Doc plays guitar for Bad Wolves, God Forbid, and Vagus Nerve. He also hosts The Ex-Man with Doc Coyle podcast, where he speaks with music industry professionals and other creatives about the challenges and transitions involved in leaving monumental ventures, among other topics.
In this episode, Mike speaks with Doc about Doc's journey as a musician and the impact it's had on Mike's path with podcasting, how he navigated the ups and downs of the last few years with Bad Wolves, his early love for guitar and path as a creative, the current heavy music landscape, the next Bad Wolves' record, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the song "Promised Me the World" off Vagus Nerve's EP Visceral, available where you get your music!
Follow Doc on Instagram @doccoyle, and Bad Wolves @badwolvesofficial. To stay up-to-date with Doc, visit https://linktr.ee/doccoyle. 
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 99: 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 created 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. From releasing EPs of his own beats, to working with artists like Grizz, JayTrey, Cherry Luna, and Blak, to sharing the stories of numerous creators on the Proven Knowledge podcast, Anthony is continuing to showcase both his skills as a producer, as well as his positive impact as a podcast host.
In this episode, Mike talks with Anthony about how he got into music production and hip hop, their shared Ohio roots, building positive connections and relationships with fellow creators in music and podcasting, working with artists like Grizz, JayTrey, Cherry Luna, and Blak, the Proven Knowledge podcast, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the Proven Knowledge single "Looking For" featuring JayTrey and Blak (produced by Anthony Church; mixed by IZeke), available where you get your music!
Follow Anthony on Instagram @anthonychurch_24, and Proven Knowledge @proven_knowledge. To stay up-to-date with Anthony and Proven Knowledge, visit https://linktr.ee/anthony_church24 & https://linktr.ee/prvnknwldge. 
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 98: Of The Fallen

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Of The Fallen!
Hailing from Houston, Texas, Of The Fallen is a deathcore band that was established in 2019. Over the past few years, they've released multiple singles and shared the stage with the likes of Attila, The Convalescence, Filth, Origins, Desecrate the Faith, and Catch Your Breath, among others.
On March 9th, Of The Fallen released their latest single "Harlots," which features Daniel Eichelberger of Mirari. In less than a month, "Harlots" has already amassed more than 18,000 streams on Spotify alone. Additionally, the accompanying music video for "Harlots" has reached more than 51,000 YouTube views with Slam Worldwide.
In this episode, Mike talks with Wayne, Waylon, Alexis, and Travis from Of The Fallen about the band's journey over the past few years, their earliest memories with metal music, the meaning behind "Harlots," the inspiration and imagery in the music video, movies, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned song "Harlots" (featuring Daniel Eichelberger of Mirari) from Of The Fallen, available where you get your music!
Follow Of The Fallen on Instagram @ofthefallenhtx. To stay up-to-date with Of The Fallen, visit https://linktr.ee/OfTheFallen. 
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 97: Colton Ramey (BVD MENTALITY) & Jake Gracey (Exodia)

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Colton Ramey (BVD MENTALITY) and Jake Gracey (Exodia)!
Based in Florida, BVD MENTALITY melds pop punk & metal together to create songs that are both catchy and heartfelt. Ramey has released numerous singles under the BVD MENTALITY name, including the hit "Forget You." A pop punk anthem featuring Byepolar, the earworm "Forget You" has amassed nearly 180,000 streams on Spotify alone since its October 2022 release.
Gracey is the vocalist for the Des Moine, Iowa deathcore band Exodia. On 5/15/22, Exodia dropped their album titled Mahaska. In February, the band released a music video on Slam Worldwide for their song "Kanker Sisters" off Mahaska, which features Dustin Schultz of Dividing The Masses. The video has amassed nearly 9,000 YouTube views, and even garnered a reaction video from popular heavy music content creator Hardcore Keem.
On 4/1, BVD MENTALITY and Exodia are teaming up for their "Boybands vs. Breakdowns" concert in Adel, Iowa. The Saturday show was designed to bring different music worlds together for fans to enjoy multiple genres on one bill at one show.
In this episode, Colton and Jake talk with Mike about their friendship over the years, memorable shows from back in the day, the popularity of pop punk and heavy music right now, bringing different genres together for the "Boybands vs. Breakdowns" show, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned songs "Forget You" (featuring Byepolar) from BVD MENTALITY and "Kanker Sisters" (featuring Dustin Schultz of Dividing The Masses) from Exodia, available where you get your music!
Follow BVD MENTALITY on Instagram @bvdmentalityus. Follow Exodia on Instagram @exodia_us. For any remaining tickets for the "Boybands vs. Breakdowns" show in Adel, Iowa on Saturday, 4/1, visit https://bvdmentality.bigcartel.com/product/boybands-n-breakdowns-april-1st-drowning-life?fbclid=IwAR2s9RcwFwCz5EtN8VTOLePuYcZ4kEy5ijjAf5kKJwM-3-YxXMSPW081BWg&mibextid=unz460. 
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 96: Grimm Winter

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Andrew Wink, Casey Paul, and Clay Underwood of Grimm Winter!
Founded in Washington, D.C., Grimm Winter is an alternative band that combines elements of folk, 90's alt/indie rock and punk for their own authentic sound with strong storytelling. On February 17th, Grimm Winter released their debut EP titled Sojourn, a five-song journey which puts the band's songwriting and musical chops on full display.
In this episode, Mike talks with Andrew (lead guitar/backup vocals), Casey (guitar/vocals), and Clay (lead singer) about the formation of Grimm Winter, how they got into music, the D.C. music scene and history, the artwork and recording process behind Sojourn, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the title track from Grimm Winter's debut EP Sojourn, available where you get your music!
Follow Grimm Winter on Instagram @grimmwinterband. To stay up-to-date with Grimm Winter, visit https://linktr.ee/grimmwinter. 
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 95: Lo, ChillPanic, Lil Tytan

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with musicians Lo, ChillPanic, and Lil Tytan!
On February 10th, Lo, ChillPanic, and Lil Tytan teamed up for their single titled "Lazarus Rising." A heavy yet melodic song, "Lazarus Rising" melds different genres and shows off each musician's vocal abilities on the mic.
In this episode, Mike talks with Lo, ChillPanic, and Lil Tytan about what got them into heavy music, their friendship, teaming up for "Lazarus Rising," forthcoming music together, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned song "Lazarus Rising" from Lo, ChillPanic, and Lil Tytan, available where you get your music! To watch the lyric video for "Lazarus Rising," click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQ5q9MNMtAU 
To stay up-to-date with Lo, ChillPanic, and Lil Tytan, follow them on Instagram @loganthedrummer1, @chillpanic_music, @liltytan.
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 94: Mourning Sun

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Mourning Sun!
Hailing from San Antonio, Texas, Mourning Sun is a five-piece metalcore band comprised of Jerecho Barrera (vocals), Coby Gutierrez (guitar), Josh Gomez (guitar), Emmanuel Facio (bass), and John Harvey (drums). Established in 2017, Mourning Sun has built a following and played shows across Texas, including gigs with the likes of Dayseeker, The Plot In You, Like Moths to Flames, The Devil Wears Prada, and Silent Planet.
On February 9th, Mourning Sun dropped their new EP titled Second Skin. That same day, they also released the music video for their song "Spineless," which has already amassed more than 16,000 views on YouTube.
In this episode, Mike talks with Jerecho, Josh, Emmanuel, and John of Mourning Sun about what got them into heavy music, the band's history and formation, giving fans their money's worth with their live shows, their new EP Second Skin, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features the aforementioned song "Spineless" from Mourning Sun's new EP Second Skin, available where you get your music! To watch the music video for "Spineless," click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggC7YQq9a34 
Follow Mourning Sun on Instagram @mourningsuntx. To stay up-to-date with Mourning Sun, visit https://fanlink.to/SecondSkinEP. 
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 93: John Mark McKenna

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with John Mark McKenna!
Hailing from the Chicago area, John is a musician, producer, beat maker, and the creative force behind 315 Audio & Media, an audio and film production company. He also is part of the heavy music duo Temples US with friend and fellow Chicago-based artist Chvrlie Mike.
On 1/31, John dropped a new EP titled TNGNT Nextel Freestyle, Vol. 1, which showcases three of his new beats under his Prod by 315 imprint, a subsidiary of 315 Audio & Media. 
In this episode, John talks with Mike about how he got into beat making after years of primarily focusing on heavy music, his inspiring trip to Omaha, Nebraska, his musical inspirations, the pursuit of sonic perfection, his plans for 315 Audio & Media this year, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features a beat titled "Veilside" off the aforementioned TNGNT Nextel Freestyle, Vol. 1 from John Mark McKenna, available where you get your music!
Follow John on Instagram @prod_by_315 and @315audio_media. Follow Chvrlie Mike on Instagram @chvrliemike. Follow John and Chvrlie Mike's heavy music project on Instagram @temples_us.
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 91: Josh Bauserman of Royalty Kult

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Josh Bauserman of Royalty Kult!
Josh is the lyricist/vocalist of the Los Angeles-based alternative metal band Royalty Kult. In a short period of time, Royalty Kult has built a name for themselves in the LA scene, having shared the stage with the likes of Soulfly, Gemini Syndrome, and headlined multiple shows at the historic Whisky a Go Go on the Sunset Strip.
In December 2020, Royalty Kult released their debut album entitled Enjoying the End, the title track of which featured Doc Coyle (The Ex-Man with Doc Coyle podcast, Bad Wolves, God Forbid, Vagus Nerve). On 12/6/22, Royalty Kult dropped another powerful single with a cool feature in "Separation," where the accompanying music video featured former WWE Champion and TNA Hall of Famer Gail Kim-Irvine.
On this episode, Josh speaks with Mike about his lifelong love for music, wrestling, his background in martial arts and respect for Eastern culture, collaborating with the aforementioned Doc Coyle and Gail Kim-Irvine, the highs and lows of chasing his musical dreams with Royalty Kult, and more.
This episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman also features Royalty Kult's latest single entitled "Peacemaker," available where you get your music!
To stay up-to-date with Royalty Kult, follow the band on Instagram @royaltykultmusic. To watch the visualizer for their latest single "Peacemaker," click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ky5-_uDpqW4 
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, 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 90: Karamel Klassik

On this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Karamel Klassik!
Karamel Klassik is a rap artist/engineer based out of Phoenix, Arizona. Currently, he's at 2D Max Entertainment, a studio located in the greater Salt Lake City, Utah area.
After rehabilitating following a difficult period in his life that involved a scary motorcycle accident, Karamel Klassik resurfaced in late 2022 with a host of new music. In addition to numerous singles and collaborations with other artists, he dropped the three-song EP Insert Title Here on 11/11/22, followed by his album Hell & Back a week later. An introspective and personal record, Hell & Back highlights Karamel Klassik's emotional side and puts his flow on full display.
In this conversation, Karamel Klassik talks with Mike about what he's been up to since his last appearance on the pod in 2021, including the difficulties surrounding his motorcycle accident, connecting with the guys at 2D Max Entertainment in Utah, his rejuvenation for life and his music, the direction he's headed in this year, and more.
This episode of the podcast also features the new single "Ice Cold" from YNA Clan featuring Karamel Klassik, Phantom Santana and yoghettos, available where you get your music!
Follow Karamel Klassik on Instagram @karamelklassik. To stay up-to-date on the latest with Karamel Klassik, visit https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/karamelklassik/on-fire-feat-fa1ry. 
You can follow Mike on Instagram @marchforthpod, and on Twitter @mikevbauman. To stay up to date on the podcast, 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.