Better late than never….here is the annual high fives year end episode featuring Mike’s favorite albums of the past year. Have a listen and get your year end lists in too! #bestof2023 #punkablums2023 #punkrockpodcast #highfivespunkrockpodcast #punk #emo #melodicpunk #2023albums ..read more

Episode 95 is all about friendship because at the heart of it this podcast has always just been about Mike and Nate hanging out and talking about the music that bonded them together. So as we say goodbye to Nate (for now) we figured we should tackle that topic. So take a listen to the episode and get in your favorite songs about friendships.#songsaboutfriends #friends #thankyouforbeingafriend #Verena #Rancid #TheBouncingSouls #RedCityRadio #Petey #JohnnyUniteUs #TheCopyrights #TheArrivals #LivingWithLions #TheSainteCatherines #2023 #punkrockfriends ..read more

From the rustle of leaves underfoot to the crispness in the air, Autumn is many things to many people. For some it is relief from the heat of summer. Others see it as a fresh start. Some hate the encroaching darkness and then there are those who can't get enough #pumpkinspice. But what we love about Fall is the music that pairs so well with all of this. Episode 94 of the #highfivespunkrockpodcast is about some of the songs that capture that autumnal essence. So grab something warm, cuddle up in your warmest blanket and enjoy the episode. Then send in some of your favorite #punk #emo #poppunk ..read more

In Episode 92 of the #highfivespunkrockpodcast Nate & Mike continue their mission to introduce listeners to hidden gems that we feel you should check out. This episode is a refined embodiment of the podcast's core purpose: showcasing bands, albums, and songs that might have escaped your radar. In this episode we dive into the overlooked and underrated, shining a spotlight on a selection of bands and albums they we think maybe deserve a little extra attention. So, tune in and take a listen and then send in your list of under the radar bands so we can check those out too! #highfivespunkrockp ..read more

Check out episode 91 which is our ode to the legendary punk rock label fat wreck chords. We originally did this episode in celebration of Fat’s 25th anniversary. Many years later and we are still debating which Fat Albums left the biggest impression on us. Take a listen to the episode and get your list in. We can’t wait to hear what you come up with. #punkrockpodcast #highfivespunkrockpodcast #fatwreckchords #fatwreck #punkrockpodcast #punk #poppunk #emo #ska #skapunk #skacore #melodicpunk #skatepunk #90spunkrock #canadapunk #punkpodcast #Lagwagon #propagandhi #getdead #themadcaddies #tonysly ..read more

It is that time of the year again where Nate and Mike sit down with a wonderful guest to discuss some of our favorite releases of the year to date. Joining us for Episode 90 is the incredible Émilie Plamondon, punk rock music aficionado and the host of both The Punk Roquette Show and a long-standing radio show Punk Détente. And oh yeah and she is also a member of The Long Run and 50 shades of Punk Rock. As you might guess Émilie has her ear to the ground when it comes to punk rock. So, get ready for a captivating discussion as we dive into some of our favorite releases of the year and celebrat ..read more

If you're a fan of the music we discuss on this podcast, chances are you've been a part of your local scene at some point. Whether you've attended shows, supported your friends, organized events, played in a band, or worked in a venue, the local scene holds a special place in your heart. It's where the punk rock spirit thrives, embodying the rebellious nature and independent ethos that defines the genre. In this episode, we proudly delve into our own local scene in Calgary, showcasing some of the bands we adore. So, crank up the volume, listen in, and afterward, we'd love to hear about your lo ..read more

When you put on a new album for the first time, what's the first thing you hear? The answer, of course, is the opening track. But what makes a great opening track? Is it the hook that draws you in, the lyrics that set the tone for the rest of the album, or something else entirely? Episode 88 is all about the first tracks and the ones we love. So, take a listen and then send in your list of favorite opening tracks. #punkrockpodcast #punkpod #emo #poppunk #punk #ska #melodicpunk #skatepunk #hardcore ..read more

What's the deal with sound clips? You know, those little snippets of audio that bands use to enhance their songs or albums? Love them or hate them grabbing something from another media and inserting into music is something prevalent in punk rock. I'm sure you can think of at least one that associate with a song or band. In our latest episode, we explore the world of sound clips and how they're used in punk rock. From movie quotes to random noises, we've got it all covered! Take a listen and make sure you send your list in too! #punkrock #punk #ska #emo #hardcore #melodicpunk #punkpodcast #punk ..read more

Nate and Mike re-visit episode 2 of the podcast in an attempt to correct the wrongs of the past and explore the world of punk rock side projects. Many of our favorite punk rock musicians have ventured beyond their main bands to create outside their original band. Take a listen to some of the side piece bands that we enjoy and then get your list in too! #punkrockpodcast #punkpodcast #poppunk #hardcore #Emo #indierock #yycpodcast ..read more