B-Side Breakdown

Welcome to the B-Side Breakdown! A podcast where I, Brett Johnson your host, will chat with friends, heroes, and those who inspire, to learn about a song or piece of music they have written, new or old, released or previously unreleased that is particularly meaningful to them and ideally get deep into the “Why?” behind it. Not only will learn more about the artist’s selection, but you will hear the song or piece in its entirety, and you’ll get a sneak peek into what they are working on now, regardless of artform or medium. I look forward to having artists on the show covering a spectrum of genres, including independent rock, punk, Hip-Hop, post-hardcore, Americana, Country, progressive and beyond. Personally, I think this is going to be a lot of fun and I look forward to you joining us for the ride!

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  Episode #59

  E59: "Absolution" by Season To Risk with Steve Tulipana

  Oct 1, 20261h 10m

  Three voices, one person’s mind. On “Absolution,” Steve Tulipana used the interplay between himself and his bandmates to explore how someone could commit an atrocity and justify it to themselves. The song came together in Martin Bisi’s studio, where the rhythms Paul Malinowski and Jason Gerken were developing called for a different approach. Hearing The Birthday Party’s “Zoo Music Girl” sparked an idea, while coverage of the O.J. Simpson trial informed Steve’s thinking about the character. With Paul and Duane Trower joining him on vocals, those internal arguments became three distinct voices—an experiment that made “Absolution” one of his favorite tracks on In a Perfect World. We also talk about revisiting that record for its vinyl reissue, Steve’s changing perspective on the band’s early artwork, and making new music that reflects who the members have become. Follow Season to Risk Bandcamp: https://seasontorisk.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seasontorisk Thanks for supporting B-Side Breakdown — where the song is just the start of the story. Brett Johnson Host, B-Side Breakdown https://www.bsidebreakdown.com #BSideBreakdown #SeasonToRisk #Absolution #SteveTulipana #InAPerfectWorld #NoiseRock #PostHardcore #BehindTheSong #MusicPodcast #IndependentMusic

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  Episode #58

  E58: "Pearls" by and with Maintenance

  Sep 23, 202645 min

  “Pearls” wasn’t chosen as a single, but it was one of the first songs that made Maintenance hear what their new record could become. It began with Costa playing chords on a classical guitar. The band built on that first idea together, while the words took shape from mumbled melodies, notes written on a subway commute, and a question about following a part of yourself you’re only beginning to understand. The band also remembers the less solemn parts: a keyboard shortcut that briefly erased the project, and Frank holding his ground over an unusual drum part when they recorded it. We talk about both moments, and about the ten days they spent together making From Flowers with the rare luxury of focusing on music and each other. Follow Maintenance Bandcamp: https://maintenance914.bandcamp.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maintenance914/ Thanks for supporting B-Side Breakdown — where the song is just the start of the story. Brett Johnson Host, B-Side Breakdown https://www.bsidebreakdown.com #BSideBreakdown #Maintenance914 #Pearls #FromFlowers #PostHardcore #Songwriting #BehindTheSong #MusicPodcast #IndependentMusic #YonkersMusic

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  Episode #57

  E57: "RAH RAH RAH" by Nick and the Adversaries with Nick Bacon

  Sep 23, 202648 min

  “RAH RAH RAH” began as a hook Nick Bacon couldn’t quite turn into a finished song. As he watched people in his Massachusetts community live with the threat of detention, he found the words. Nick talks about why the band released the song before finishing its next record, and how ska’s mix of joyful music and social conscience shaped its sound. He also talks about the lyric video: drummer Scott Boyce filmed outside an ICE holding facility in Burlington, and the band cut that footage against an American flag. For Nick, putting the song out was a way to make sure the band’s voice was heard, however many people listened. Follow Nick and the Adversaries Bandcamp: https://nickandtheadversaries1.bandcamp.com/track/rah-rah-rah Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickandtheadversaries/ Thanks for supporting B-Side Breakdown — where the song is just the start of the story. Brett Johnson Host, B-Side Breakdown https://www.bsidebreakdown.com #BSideBreakdown #NickAndTheAdversaries #RahRahRah #NickBacon #Ska #TwoTone #ProtestSong #Songwriting #BehindTheSong #MusicPodcast #IndependentMusic

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  Episode #56

  E56: "Dead Eyes" by The Iron Roses with Becky & Nat

  Aug 4, 202644 min

  The Iron Roses are back on B-Side Breakdown, and a lot has changed since their first appearance. With their new single "Dead Eyes" leading the charge, Becky and Nat talk about why this record hits harder—both musically and lyrically—and how the band has grown into the sound they always wanted to make. The conversation goes beyond the song itself, diving into the realities of building a touring band, navigating lineup changes, finding the right people, and refusing to compromise on the vision. They share how years of writing, touring, and challenging one another shaped Molotov Nights, why they aren't afraid to throw away great songs that don't serve the album, and what they learned by releasing the record independently. It's an honest conversation about trust, collaboration, and pushing each other to make something better—proof that the strongest bands aren't just built on great songs, but on shared purpose. Follow The Iron Roses: https://theironroses.bandcamp.com https://www.instagram.com/theironroses Thanks for supporting B-Side Breakdown — where the song is just the start of the story. Brett Johnson Host, B-Side Breakdown https://www.bsidebreakdown.com #BSideBreakdown #TheIronRoses #DeadEyes #MolotovNights #PunkRock #IndependentMusic #DIYMusic #Songwriting #MusicPodcast #BehindTheSong #PoliticalPunk

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  Episode #55

  E55: "Another Day In Paradise" by Arrows At Dawn with Tim Andrews

  Aug 4, 202630 min

  What happens when the song that started your band also becomes the song that brings it back to life? Tim Andrews joins B-Side Breakdown to revisit "Another Day in Paradise," the first song Arrows at Dawn wrote under their new name and a track that nearly became the band's final chapter. Tim shares how a familiar Midwestern phrase became the foundation for a song about betrayal, frustration, and refusing to settle for a life of quiet resignation. The conversation explores the band's early years, recording their debut album, nearly walking away from music after years of burnout, and how an unexpected friendship reignited the passion to create again. With a new lineup, new songs in the works, and live shows returning, this episode is about rediscovering why making music mattered in the first place. Follow Arrows at Dawn: https://arrowsatdawn.bandcamp.com https://www.instagram.com/arrowsatdawn Thanks for supporting B-Side Breakdown — where the song is just the start of the story. Brett Johnson Host, B-Side Breakdown https://www.bsidebreakdown.com #BSideBreakdown #ArrowsAtDawn #AnotherDayInParadise #TimAndrews #BehindTheSong #Songwriting #AlternativeRock #Grunge #IndependentMusic #MinnesotaMusic #MusicPodcast #NewMusic

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