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Welcome to Sonic Dorms—where music history gets unfiltered. For over five years, host Max Davallo has bypassed the rigid corporate playlists, fleeting internet trends, & algorithm-driven press junkets to bring you authentic, long-form conversations with the creators shaping our musical landscape. Sonic Dorms operates on a simple, uncompromising philosophy: no genre limits, no filler, just deep-dive discussions with music creators we genuinely dig. From Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends & Grammy-winning virtuosos to rising independent voices, this is a dedicated safe space built on mutual respect & a pure passion for the art of sound. Our archive features raw, artist-to-artist storytelling with icons across the musical spectrum, including: KK Downing (Judas Priest) Don Dokken (Dokken) Norman Brown (Grammy-Winning Jazz Guitarist) Kalie Shorr (Crit
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Booking probability
32%
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to Sonic Dorms, where music history gets unfiltered. For over five years, host Max Davallo has bypassed the rigid corporate playlists, fleeting internet trends, & algorithm-driven press junkets to bring you authentic, long-form conversations with the creators shaping our musical landscape.
Sonic Dorms is hosted by Max Davallo. The show has published 86 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Inside the Sonic Dorm: A Conversation with Tim Durling (writer & radio personality)" (14 July 2026, 56 minutes), "Inside the Sonic Dorm: A Conversation with Sarah Krimson" (16 June 2026, 77 minutes), and "Inside the Sonic Dorm: A Conversation with Marco Pirroni" (27 April 2026, 76 minutes).
Sonic Dorms publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 53 minutes across 86 episodes.
Booking probability for Sonic Dorms is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Sonic Dorms requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Sonic Dorms's contact route on record: public web form.
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Max Davallo hosts Sonic Dorms, a music podcast with 86 episodes published.
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Episode #86
From my Sonic Dorm to yours... Writer & rock music aficionado Tim Durling joins me for a conversation about two fantastic books every hard rock fan should own: Down for the Count: The Y&T Album Review (featuring...
Episode #85
<p>No rehearsed press-junket scripts. No glossy PR talking points.</p><p>For this episode of Sonic Dorms, we're tearing down the studio walls and stepping directly into the room with (up & coming) alt-pop artist Sarah...
Episode #84
<p>Marco Pirroni is one of those rare guitarists and songwriters whose influence can be felt far beyond the records themselves. Emerging from the earliest wave of London punk, he first appeared onstage with Siouxsie and...
Episode #83
<p>In this episode, I sit down with <b>Michael Des Barres</b> to explore the legacy of The Power Station as the band’s <b>40th anniversary deluxe edition</b> is released via <b>Rhino Records</b>.</p><p>We talk about the...
Episode #82
<p>From my Sonic Dorm to yours… 🎶🚪🎶</p><p>I had the pleasure of welcoming <b>Leah Martin-Brown</b> back to <b>Sonic Dorms</b> — this time to celebrate her powerful <b>solo debut album, </b><b>Love & Other Crimes</b>...
Episode #81
<p>From my Sonic Dorm to Yours…</p><p>On this episode of <b>Sonic Dorms</b>, I reconnect with <b>Whitney Tai</b> — an artist whose music continues to defy boundaries and evolve with fearless honesty.</p><p>Her brand-new...
Episode #80
<p>From my Sonic Dorm to Yours…</p><p>On this episode of Sonic Dorms, I sit down with <b>Joan Starwind</b> — a rising artist who’s truly doing it all. From writing, producing, & engineering her music, to even directing...
Episode #79
<p>On this episode of Sonic Dorms, I’m joined by fearless singer / songwriter Kalie Shorr — an artist whose sharp, no-nonsense lyrics & emotionally direct delivery have made her one of the most exciting voices in music...
Episode #78
<p>On this episode of <b>Sonic Dorms</b>, I sit down with bassist and singer/songwriter <b>Julia Lage</b> (Vixen) for an intimate conversation about her artistry, creative process, & the music that has shaped her...
Episode #77
<p>On this episode of Sonic Dorms, I’m joined by the immensely gifted vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Pete Shoulder — known for his work with The Union, Winterville, and now, as one half of the stunning new project...
Episode #76
<p>On this episode of Sonic Dorms, we’re joined by the incredibly talented independent artist <b>Ciel Gloss</b>, whose sound is steeped in the shimmering textures of ‘80s New Wave while still feeling current. It was a...
Episode #75
<p>From my Sonic Dorm to yours… I’m beyond excited to welcome back the incredibly talented Dani Hagan for her long-awaited return—three years after our first conversation! This time, we dive into her brand-new EP...
Episode #74
<p>On this episode of Sonic Dorms, I’m joined by the incredibly talented producer and photographer Rocco Guarino. With a career spanning decades, Rocco has worked with some of the most iconic names in music—Elton John...
Episode #73
<p>In this very special episode of Sonic Dorms, I am thrilled to welcome renowned music producer and engineer Stephen W Tayler. With an impressive portfolio that includes landmark projects such as Rush's "Presto"...
Episode #72
<p>Host Max Davallo welcomes first-time guest & absolute legend in the hard rock world: Don Dokken to the show to share some fascinating & inspiring stories from his incredible history & how it all ties into the songs...
Episode #71
<p>Welcome returning guest/guitarist Harrison Marcello, & lead vocalist Zach Allen of TEMPT, who join in to talk about all the hard work that went into crafting their new album (available now!). This is a band that have...
Episode #69
<p>LISTEN! As host Max Davallo welcomes back lead vocalist Peter Summit of Las Vegas, Nevada Rockers: Crashing Wayward to discuss their stunning debut "LISTEN!", an album with well-crafted songs from...
Episode #70
<p>On this electrifying episode of Sonic Dorms, host Max Davallo proudly presents the sensational singer/songwriter Robin Taylor Zander as he graces the show. Prepare to be blown away as we delve deep into his momentous...
Episode #68
<p>Welcome the one & only Michael Wilton, guitarist & founding member of progressive metal titans Queensrÿche to Sonic Dorms!<br/><br/>Michael shares stories on his earliest days as an aspiring musician, opening for...
Episode #67
<p>On this episode of Sonic Dorms, host Max Davallo welcomes first-time guest: the incredibly rocking Lorraine Lewis, current vocalist of 80s rockers: Vixen and known for her past as the front-woman of Femme Fatale...
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