Chris B9 is the latest guest on Sarah Kuretzky Rossington’s podcast, The Hardcore Therapist. In this episode, they discuss longevity, identity, and what it actually takes to stay connected to your values over time without burning out or getting stuck. Give it a listen HERE!
B9 Podcast v.3 Episode 4: Jesse Stand Hard (Right Brigade, AN, Invasion)
Chris B9 is joined by longtime friend Jesse Gustafson (more commonly known as Jesse Standhard) to discuss their 35-year history together, from the early 1990s suburban Connecticut hardcore scene to their respective career paths. Jesse reflects on the DIY hustle that defined their youth, detailing how he started a fanzine at 15 and eventually launched Standhard Records to release early demos for friends' bands. He explores the creative drive that keeps him connected to the scene and the unique community-building nature of hardcore that has maintained their friendship for decades. Jesse also explores: The DIY "Hacks" of the 90s: How they used "bootlegged" Kinko’s cards to print flyers and zines, and Radio Shack dialers to make free long-distance calls to labels and bands. Defining Life Experiences: Jesse recounts being arrested at a 1993 Fugazi show (later documented on the band’s live series) and his years roadieing for Blood for Blood while maintaining a straight-edge lifestyle. The Symbiosis of Career and Community: How his 20-year career in real estate allows him the freedom to be present for his family and coach his kids' teams, a topic he recently chronicled in his book, Fuck Your House.
Filming: Bill Fulkerson Lighting: Bill Fulkerson Sound: Bill Fulkerson Editing: Colby Bradford Set Design: Chris Wrenn
B9 Podcast v.3 Episode 3: Luke Garro (Piebald)
Right before Piebald performed in the Bridge Nine warehouse on June 13th, drummer Luke Garro sat down with Chris Wrenn for a brief conversation on the B9 Podcast.
Luke reflects on his early beginnings in Glastonbury, Connecticut, the supportive nature of the Boston scene, and the organic process behind Piebald's first new record in nearly two decades. The conversation also covers: The Power of Showing Up: How Garro’s proactive approach—from volunteering to play drums for Fastbreak to witnessing the "fifth member" dedication of modern tour managers—highlights the importance of initiative and community contribution. The Multigenerational Cycle of Hardcore: Observing the enduring vitality of the scene, where modern teenagers cover foundational bands like SSD and Madball, proving that the energy and passion of the music remains constant across decades. Organic Songwriting and Modern Recording: The non-linear path to Piebald's latest album, Tales For The Rages, which was pieced together over several years without label deadlines, contrasting with the high-pressure, two-day drum sessions of past recordings. The Changing Bar of Entry: A look at how the shift from limited vinyl and cassette releases to instant digital distribution has exponentially increased the volume of available music, making it both easier to create and harder to stand out.
Order Piebald’s Tales For The Rages on vinyl here: https://lnk.to/Piebald
B9 Podcast v.3 Episode 1: Pat Flynn (Have Heart / Fiddlehead / How Much Art)
We're excited to share with you the return of The B9 Podcast! Our special in-person episode with Pat Flynn is now live. You can stream it wherever you listen to podcasts, or watch the YouTube video HERE.
Chris B9 on the Podioslave Podcast (Episode 311)
Chris Wrenn returned to the Podioslave Podcast for their 311th episode to discuss his new book, Fenway Punk – give it a listen HERE! (Chris was last on their pod two years ago for episode 169, check that out HERE).
Hosts and lifelong friends Tony, Nate, and Anthony discussed the new book and dug into how Boston Red Sox fans unwittingly played a role in the wave of hardcore-punk albums released by Bridge Nine in the early 2000s.
Haven’t picked up a copy of Fenway Punk yet? Grab one HERE!
Greg from DEATH BEFORE DISHONOR will be a guest this week on the NYHC Chronicles
Greg “Reason” Chihoski from DEATH BEFORE DISHONOR will be a guest on this Wednesday’s New York Hardcore Chronicles Live show with Drew Stone (INCENDIARY DEVICE). They’ll be discussing DBD’s new album, Nowhere Bound, out on May 16th! Tune in on Wednesday from 3pm-5pm HERE!
Chris B9 on the TV Guidance Podcast with Ken Reid (Episode 664)
Chris Wrenn was on this week’s episode of the TV Guidance Podcast (episode 664!) with Ken Reid. Chris picked the April 11-17 issue of TV Guide and together Chris and Ken explore TV shows from 2004 and how the Red Sox and Yankees rivalry helped influence the direction of the Bridge Nine label. Tune in HERE!
Pat Flynn (Have Heart, Fiddlehead) on the One Life One Chance Podcast with Toby Morse
Pat Flynn from Have Heart and Fiddlehead spent almost five (!!!) hours sitting down with Toby Morse on the One Life One Chance podcast recently. The episode just went live, give it a listen HERE!
Roger Miret (Agnostic Front) on the NYHC Chronicles with Drew Stone: Sunday, October 20th
Roger Miret (Agnostic Front) joins Drew Stone on The New York Chronicles Live! this Sunday to discuss the release of his new book, “With Time: The Roger Miret Archives.” Tune in from 3pm till 5pm HERE this Sunday!
Shawna Potter (War On Women) on Jughead's Basement Podcast (Episode 199)
Shawna Potter of WAR ON WOMEN talks to Jughead's Basement about Current Activity and Quietly Working, Valuing Art, Anti Harassment Activism and Working on Movies and Theater, Classic Punks Dig Shawna's Band, Fair Verona to Meeting Brooks, Line Up Talk, Relationship with Bridge Nine, Anger is an Emotion, On Being Outspoken and its Implications, Looking Outwards to Look Inwards, Lyrics as a Time Stamp, plus much much more more war on women more!
LISTEN via PODOMATIC - The Jughead’s Basement Site - SPOTIFY
HEAVYHEX on the Podioslave Podcast (Episode 218)
The Podioslave Podcast sat down with Jeremy and Danny from HEAVYHEX.
From Podioslave:
”We dig into the band’s come up, what it’s like being a band from Long Island, NY, signing to Bridge Nine Records, working with producer Jay Maas, and their excellent new debut full length, ‘True To You’, out everywhere now. Another awesome convo with a band we really think you’ll dig!”
Give it a listen HERE!
Chris B9 on the One Life One Chance Podcast with H2O's Toby Morse
Chris B9 on the Jughead's Basement Podcast
This week Chris Wrenn was on the Jughead’s Basement Podcast with John “Jughead” Pierson. Give it a listen HERE!
Jonathan Anastas (DYS, Slapshot) on the Jughead's Basement Podcast
Jonathan Anastas (DYS) spent some time on the Jughead’s Basement Podcast, hosted by John Jughead Pierson, check it out HERE!
ID & Chris Wrenn on the NYHC Chronicles
For those not in-the-know, Drew Stone of Incendiary Device hosts a weekly live show: The New York Hardcore Chronicles Live! This past Sunday, he had his friends and bandmates from ID join him alongside Chris Wrenn of Bridge Nine to discuss their debut album and more! Check it out HERE. All variants of the Incendiary Device record are shipping now so grab one!