The Rumors are True Podcast
Episodes
Ryan Parrish (Hopesfall, Celebrity, In Parallel)
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Welcome to 'The Rumors Are True' podcast, where we delve into the world of music, creativity, and everything in between. Today we have a special gues...
TJ Miller (Still Remains, Dead.Me, Glassfield)
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to "Rumors Are True," the podcast where we unravel the mysteries behind the music industry's most intriguing figures. In today's episode, we d...
Tedd Cookerly (EDL / Every Day Life)
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Welcome to The Rumors are True Podcast! where we dive deep into the world of music and the legends who shape it. Today, we're honored to have Tedd Co...
Scott Mellinger (Zao, Creation is Crucifixion, Pack, Lonely Ghost Parade, Jade Meridian)
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode of the podcast we have a legendary figure joining us on today's episode! Please welcome none other than Scott Mellinger, g...
Chad Pearson (The Militia Group, Tooth and Nail Records, Reach Records, P is for Panda, HMYLN Records)
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the man, the myth, the legend, Chad Pearson. Chad Pearson, one of the visionary forces behind The Militia Group , s...
Michael Sasser (formerly of With Blood Comes Cleansing)
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Michael Sasser the former singer of the deathcore band With Blood Comes Cleansing. Michael and I talk about his intro...
Jordan and Joseph Powers (Far-Less, Bal, Of Sinking Ships) Part 2
16 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest 2 part episode I welcome The Powers Brothers, Jordan and Joseph, from the the Band Far-Less (Tooth and Nail Records) to the Podcast. ...
Jordan and Joseph Powers (Far-Less, Bal, Of Sinking Ships) Part 1
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest 2 part episode I welcome The Powers Brothers, Jordan and Joseph, from the the Band Far-Less (Tooth and Nail Records) to the Podcast. Th...
Steve Park and Dave Luttrell (Lugnut, Honeylocust, The Dirtybirds,South of Here)
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Screaming Giant Records alumni Steve Park (Lugnut, South of Here) and Dave Luttrell (Honeylocust, Lugnut, The Dirtybi...
Joe Calderon (Lightworker)
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Joe Calderon from Solid State Record's band Lightworker. Joe and I talk about his introduction to music, as well ...
Drew Mellon (Colour Revolt, Fletcher, Don Quixote's Horse)
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Drew Mellon (Colour Revol, Fletcher, Don Quixote's Horse) to the podcast. Drew and I talk about his introduction int...
Chris Colbert (Breakfast with Amy, Fluffy, Duraluxe)
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Colbert is a national treasure. From bands Breakfast with Amy, Fluffy, Duraluxe to his amazing touring career. Chris and I talk about the past t...
Matt McCartie (Driver Eight, Theft, Bon Voyage, The Throes, Lassie Foundation, Poole, Slow Salvation)
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Matt McCartie (Driver Eight, Theft, Bon Voyage, The Throes, Lassie Foundation, Poole, Slow Salvation) to the podcast....
Myk Porter (Brandtson, Six Feet Deep, Swarm of Bats, Golden Streets of Paradise)
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Myk Porter to the Podcast. Myk and I talk about his intro to music, his time in the bands Brandtson, Six Feet Deep, S...
Longineu Parsons III (Yellowcard, Evergreen Terrace, Adam Lambert, Krash Party, This Legend, LP3)
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode I welcome Longineu Parsons III (Yellowcard, Evergreen Terrace, Adam Lambert, Krash Party, This Legend, LP3) to the podcast. LP a...
Bryan Gray (The Blamed, Left Out, Mortal, Six Feet Deep, The Satire)
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bryan Gray is a Legend in the music world, and I am honored he came on the podcast for this latest episode. We talk about Bryan's intro into music, an...
Allan Aguirre (Scaterd Few, Spyglass Blue, Men as Trees Walking) Part 2
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The man, the myth, the legend Allan Aguirre joins the podcast this week for a special 2 part episode. Allan and I discuss his intro to music, his exte...
Allan Aguirre (Scaterd Few, Spyglass Blue, Men as Trees Walking) Part 1
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The man, the myth, the legend Allan Aguirre joins the podcast this week for a special 2 part episode. Allan and I discuss his intro to music, his exte...
Seth Roberts (Watashi Wa, Eager Seas, Lakes, Mxpx)
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Seth Roberts (Watashi Wa, Eager Seas, Lakes, Mxpx) to the podcast. Seth and I have an awesome conversation about his ...
Tim Mann (Focused, Flowers for June, Sandalwood, Resolve)
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the Godfather of Spirit Filled Hardcore Tim Mann (Focused, Flowers for June, Sandalwood, Resolve) to the podcast. Tim...
Chris Siegle (Jeremiah's Grotto, Farewell to Fashion)
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome my old friend Chris Siegle (Jeremiah’s Grotto, Farewell to Fashion) to the podcast. This is an awesome conversation...
Ty Garvey (Jonezetta, Don Quixote's Horse)
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Ty Garvey (Jonezetta, Don Quixote’s Horse) to the podcast. Ty and I talk about his intro into music as well as the ...
Aaron Sprinkle and Matthew Schwartz (Moontraveling Podcast, Pacifico, Pacifico Records, Poor old Lu, Fair, Rose Blossom Punch)
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Matthew Schwartz (Pacifico, Pacifico Records) and Aaron Sprinkle (Poor Old Lu, Rose Blossom Punch, Fair) from the Moo...
Mark Salomon (Stavesacre, The Crucified, Outer Circle, Native Son, Neon Horse, White Lighter, Never Was Podcast)
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the Almighty Mark Salomon (Stavesacre, The Crucified, Native Son, Neon Horse, Outer Circle, White Lighter, Never Was ...
Louis DeFabrizio (Dear Ephesus, Gasoline Heart, The Kick, Tenderfoot, Summer Rental)erfoot
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Lou DeFabrizio (Dear Ephesus, Gasoline heart, The Kick, Tenderfoot, Summer Rental) to the podcast. Lou and I talk abo...
Don Clark (Training for Utopia, ex Demon Hunter, Invisible Creature
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the awesome Don Clark (Training for Utopia, Demon Hunter, Invisible Creature) to the podcast. Such an awesome convers...
Devin Chaulk (Haste the Day)
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Devin Chaulk formerly of Haste the Day. Devin and I talk about his beginnings in music and his time in Haste the day....
Jason Stinson (Overcome, Indwelling)
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Jason Stinson (Overcome, Indwelling) to the podcast. Jason and I talk about his introduction to music and his upbring...
Peter Espevoll (Extol, Hrada)
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Peter Espevoll from the Mighty Extol, and Hrada. Peter and I talk about his formative years and his introduction into...
Nate Shumaker (Everdown, The Burning Paris, Lavinia, Dopamine Records)
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the amazing Nate Shumaker from the bands Everdown, The Burning Paris, Lavinia, and Dopamine Records to the Podcast. N...
Andy Blunda (Driver Eight, Fastball, Palo Alto)
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Andy Blunda (Driver Eight, Fastball, Palo Alto) to the podcast. Andy and I talk about his introduction into music as ...
Phil Chamberlain (To Speak of Wolves, Sullivan, This Runs Through)
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome my buddy Phil Chamberlain (To Speak of Wolves, Sullivan, This Runs Through) to the podcast. This is an awesome conver...
Doug Lorig (Roadside Monument, Calm Collapse)
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Doug Lorig (Roadside Monument, Calm Collapse) to the podcast. Doug and I talk about his journey into music, and what ...
John Mark McMillan
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the Incredibly gifted and prolific singer / songwriter John Mark McMillan. John Mark and I go back a few years and it...
Jeff Bettger (90 LB Wuss, Raft of Dead Monkeys, Jeff Suffering and the Hideous Thieves, DRY BNZ)
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Jeff Bettger, aka Jeff Suffering (90 LB Wuss, Raft of Dead Monkeys, Jeff Suffering and Hideous Thieves, DRY BNZ) to t...
Manny Contreras (Impending Doom, The Devastated, Bleeding Through)
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In This latest episode I welcome Manny Contreras (Impending Doom, The Devastated, Bleeding Through) to the podcast. Manny and I talk about his musical...
Russell Holbrook (Joe Christmas, Tour with World Against World, Choose your own Adventure)
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Russell Holbrook from the bands Joe Christmas, World Against World, and Choose your own Adventure. Russell and I talk...
Jonathan Caro (Stairwell, Bloodshed, Binder of Light, Rainy Days)
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Jonathan Caro (Stairwell, Bloodshed, Binder of Light, Rainy Days) to the podcast. Jonathan and I talk about his begin...
Ryan Luther (Furnace Fest)
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome my buddy Ryan Luther from Furnace Fest. Ryan has been instrumental in the trajectory of my life in a huge way, and fo...
Dave Ott (Exeter Flud, My Hotel Year, Dear Ephesus, Touring with The Appleseed Cast)
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome my dear friend Dave Ott. Dave is best known for his time in the bands Exeter Flud(Bulletproof Records), My Hotel Year...
Bill Campbell (The Throes, Poole)
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this latest episode I welcome the Amazing Bill Campbell from The Throes and Poole. Bill and I talk about his journey into music, and all the record...
Rob Withem (Fine China, The Foxglove Hunt, Red Strat)
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the awesome Rob Withem (Fine China, The Foxglove Hunt, Red Strat) to the podcast. Rob and I talk about his musical be...
Chris Bowden (The Merbabies, ex Focused, Other Desert Cities, Cussing)
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Chris Bowden from the bands The Merbabies, Focused, Other Desert Cities, and Cussing. Chris and I talk about the begi...
James Erwin (Terminal, ex Oh Sleeper, Chatahoochie)
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome my buddy James Erwin formerly of the bands Terminal (Tooth and Nail Records) and Oh, Sleeper (Solid State Records). J...
Jonah Weingarten (Pyramaze, Catalyst Crime)
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Jonah Weingarten from the bands Pyramaze and Catalyst Crime. Jonah and I talk about growing up and how Music came int...
Matt Traxler (Brandtson, ex Six Feet Deep, Steadfast Records)
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome my friend Matt Traxler (Brandtson, ex Six Feet Deep, High Praise, Steadfast Records) to the podcast. Matt and I talk ...
Adam Neubauer (Ghoti Hook, The Party People, Andy Zipf)
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Adam Neubauer from Ghoti Hook, The Party People, and Andy Zipf. Adam and I talk about his musical beginnings and the ...
Kamtin Mohager (ex Teenage Wrist, The Chain gang of 1974, Heavenward)
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the Awesome Kamtin Mohager from the bands The Chain Gang of 1974, Heavenward, and formerly of Teenage Wrist. Kamtin a...
Father Chris Foley (Luxury)
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Father Chris Foley from the Band Luxury. Chris and I talk about the beginning of music in his life, his time in luxur...
Mikee Bridges (Sometime Sunday, Tragedy Ann, Twin Sister, TomFest)
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I talk with Mikee Bridges from Sometime Sunday, Tragedy Ann, Twin Sister, TomFest acclaim. Mikee and I discuss the beginnings o...
Dusty Redmon (Beloved, Dead Poetic, The Almost, Crenshaw Pentecostal)
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the Amazing Dusty Redmon from the bands Beloved, Dead Poetic, The Almost, and Crenshaw Pentecostal. Dusty and I talk ...
Jonathan Grant Berlin (Sunbears, Bernard, Johnnyswim, Mastering Engineer)
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This latest episode I welcome Jonathan Grant Berlin (Sunbears, Bernard, Johnnyswim, Mastering Engineer) to the podcast. Jonathan and I go back many ye...
Chris Staples (ex Twothirtyeight, Discover America)
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this next episode I welcome the awesome Chris Staples (ex Twothirtyeight, Discover America) to the podcast. Chris and I talk about the beginning of...
Mark Nash (PFR, In Parrallel)
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the incredible Mark Nash (PFR, In Parrallel) to the podcast. Mark and I talk about various topics ranging from the be...
Josh Silverberg (ex Edison Glass, Silverberg, Producer, Songwriter)
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Producer / Songwriter Josh Silverberg (ex Edison Glass, Silverberg) to the podcast. Josh is a songwriter that has wor...
Chris Simpson (Mineral, The Gloria Record, Zookeeper, Mountain Time)
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome my friend the amazing friend Chris Simpson from the legendary bands Mineral (Crank Records / Arena Rock), The Gloria ...
Jake Ithurburn (Brolly)
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome the unbelievably talented Jake Ithurburn from the Indie pop project Brolly. Jake and I met a few years back via a ran...
Jeremy Smith (John Mark McMillan, Mack Brock, Thousand Dollar Movie, Four Finger Records, ex Public Radio)
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome my dear friend Jeremy Smith. You know Jeremy from playing bass with John Mark McMillan, Mack Brock, Thousand Dollar M...
Nick Maldonado - (Destroy the Runner - Solid State Records, Hell or Highwater)
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Nick Maldonado from the bands Destroy the Runner (Solid State Records), and Hell or Highwater (Spinefarm Records / Un...
Kevin Leigh Robinson (Viva Voce, Blue Giant, Francis, Electric iLL, KLR)
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this latest episode we welcome the incredible Kevin Leigh Robinson from Viva Voce, Blue Giant, Electric iLL, Francis, KLR, and a million other amaz...
Jimmy Reeves (ex Spitfire, Sunndrug, Savio, ex Roam)
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this new episode we welcome the Mighty Jimmy Reeves from the bands, Spitfire (Solid State Records / Goodfellow), Sunndrug (Mind over Matter Records...
Jason Zeimet- (Unoriginal Vinyl)
08 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this lastet episode I welcome Jason Zeimet from Unoriginal Vinyl. Unoriginal Vinyl the last decade has been an Internationally-Acclaimed, Award-Win...
Brent McCorkle - (Jesus Revolution Movie - Director / Film Scorer for , I Can only Imagine Movie - Film Scorer)
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Brent McCorkle, Director / Film Scorer for the films Jesus Revolution (Lionsgate), I Can only Imagine (Lionsgate),...
Matthew Putman (ex Living Sacrifice, Unwed Sailor, Orpantwin, ex Eso-Charis, Norma Jean, ex Lovedrug, Project 86)
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode I welcome Matthew Putman (ex Living Sacrifice, Unwed Sailor, Orphantwin, ex Eso Charis, Norma Jean, ex Lovedrug, Project 86)....
Jason Gleason (Further Seems Forever, ex Action Reaction, ex Affinity)
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this latest episode we welcome Jason Gleason from Further Seems Forever, Action Reaction, Affinity and other bands he fronted. Jason and I worked t...
Devon VonBalson - (Flipturn - Dualtone Records, Johnnyswim Touring drummer)
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Devon VonBalson is the drummer for the indie band Flipturn (Dualtone Records) and the former touring drummer for the band Johnnyswim. Devon is an amaz...
Shawn Johnson (Morella's Forest - Tooth and Nail Records / Lost in Ohio Records)
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this latest episode of The Rumors are TRUE! Podcast I welcome Shawn Johnson from the band Morella's Forest (Tooth and Nail Records). This is such a...
Johnathon Ford (Unwed Sailor, Roadside Monument, ex Pedro the Lion, ex Mr. Bishop's Fist, ex Fellsway)
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we welcome the almighty Johnathon Ford (Unwed Sailor, Roadside Monument, ex Pedro the Lion, etc). Jonathan is an extremely influential ar...
Chris Keene (Emery, Surrogate, Bocce, ex Number One Gun / Touring Saves the Day - Tooth and Nail Records / Floodgate Records)
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Keene is an member of the band Emery, Surrogate, Bocce and a former member of the band Number One Gun. On this episode I talk with about Chris g...
TW Walsh (ex Pedro the Lion, Headphones, Lo Tom, The Soft Drugs)
25 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This latest episode we welcome the Incredible Multi instrumentalist, Producer, Mixer, Mastering Artist TW Walsh. This was an amazing opportunity to sp...
Josh Brigham (Hopesfall - Trustkill Records, Equal Vision Records, Takehold Records)
18 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Brigham is a guitarist from the Charlotte, NC Melodic Hardcore / Rock band Hopesfall. Josh and go back from the early days of the band, meeting u...
Blake Martin (A Plea For Purging - Facedown Records)
11 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Blake Martin is the guitar shredder in the band A Plea For Purging (Facedown Records). Blake and I go back quite a bit from the times when I booked th...
Andrew Carey (Evergreen Terrace - Eulogy Recordings / Metal Blade / Rise Records)
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Carey is known as the voice of the Jacksonville Florida Melodic Metalcore band Evergreen Terrace (Eulogy Recordings, Metal Blade, Rise Records)...
Zach Gehring (Mae - Tooth & Nail Records, Demons - Spartan Records, ex Unsung Zeros - Eulogy Recordings)
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Gehring is known for being the guitarist in the band Mae (Tooth & Nail Records / Capital Records), Demons (Spartan Records), and Unsung Zeros (Eu...
Colin Kimble (ex As Cities Burn - Tooth & Nail / Solid State Records)
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Colin Kimble is the former bass player for the band As Cities Burn. Colin and I go way back from when I used to book ACB in the midwest. This conversa...
James Duke (All The Bright Lights, John Mark McMillan, MWS, SCC, A Silent Film)
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James Duke is an accomplished guitarist who has played with some of your favorite Artists including Micheal W. Smith, Steven Curtis Chapman, John Mark...
Jon Parker (Nodes of Ranvier, March in Arms)
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This next episode with the Almighty Jon Parker from the Bands Nodes of Ranvier (Facedown records / Victory Records) and March in Arms (RFL Records). J...
Jared Chase Bowser (ex Bernard, ex Sunbears, ex Savio)
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Chase Bowser ( ex Bernard, ex Sunbears, ex Savio) Jared Chase Bowser ( ex Bernard, ex Sunbears, ex Savio) Jared played drums in Bernard, Sunbea...
Mark Nicks (Cool Hand Luke)
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Nicks is best known for being the multi-instrumentalist in the band Cool Hand Luke (Floodgate Records / Lujo Records) and Touring member of The C...
Eric Collins (Denison Marrs, The Dark Romantics, The Party People, ex Starflyer 59, MrENC)
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Collins is an old friend from back in the day. He is an incredibly gifted songwriter and has been in the influential bands Denison Marrs, Starfly...
Matt Carter (ex The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus)
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks so much to Matt Carter for telling me some hilarious and Crazy stories. Keep tuning in for more awesome guests. https://open.spotify.com/artis...
Kevin Snow (ex Black Kids - Columbia Records, Honeylocust -Screaming Giant Records)
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks so much to the Awesome Kevin Snow for joining us on Episode 2 of this continuing podcast journey. From his humble beginnings in a ska band from...
Jake Brown (ex Twothirtyeight, Frodus, Moments in Grace, En Masse, Computer Club Records)
06 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ISYA : https://open.spotify.com/artist/6A5o3n0asSADh7OEnmsNJC?si=WEKRNDuoQJSM5VmVk2C3RA Twothirtyeight : https://open.spotify.com/artist/78ed06y...