This is the story of the band that almost was. You won’t hear what this band sounds like. You won’t even learn their name. But you know this band, even if you don’t. Even if it Kills Me is a narrative documentary podcast, chronicling the lives of Jon, Ryan, Mac and Pete as they set out across the country and try to make it as rockstars in the bygone era of the ‘00s. Each episode uses contemporary interviews and archival recordings to pull back the curtain on the nitty-gritty inner workings of tour life, all unfolding during the music industry’s own fall of Rome, as massive technological shifts upended business models that had existed for decades. Tune in weekly for the next chapter in this six-part miniseries.
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The band grapples with crafting a successor to their debut album for the record label. Opting to part ways, they embark on a final headline tour, which falls short of expectations. One of the guys exits days before the tour's conclusion, leaving the remaining members to complete the journey without him.
Even If It Kills Me is a FANG workshop production
Written and Narrated by Aaron Joy
Produced by Jon Lullo and Brendan Walter
Featuring original music by Alex Dezen
Original theme by Matt McGinley
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17 Jul 2024
Nothing Short Of Bliss
The band steps up to a higher tier of touring, inadvertently upsetting the headlining band's tour manager along the way. They transition to a tour bus for a major festival, facing the juxtaposition of disappointing performances amidst luxurious living conditions.
Even If It Kills Me is a FANG workshop production
Written and Narrated by Aaron Joy
Produced by Jon Lullo and Brendan Walter
Featuring original music by Alex Dezen
Original theme by Matt McGinley
IN MEMORY OF DUSTIN BOW
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10 Jul 2024
Technically, This Is On Us
The band hits reality head-on.
Even If It Kills Me is a FANG workshop production
Written and Narrated by Aaron Joy
Produced by Jon Lullo and Brendan Walter
Featuring original music by Alex Dezen
Original theme by Matt McGinley
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fangworkshop.com (http://fangworkshop.com)
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alexdezen.com (http://alexdezen.com)
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3 Jul 2024
A Little Less Than Half
The band searches for signal.
Even If It Kills Me is a FANG workshop production
Written and Narrated by Aaron Joy
Produced by Jon Lullo and Brendan Walter
Featuring original music by Alex Dezen
Original theme by Matt McGinley
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fangworkshop.com (http://fangworkshop.com)
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alexdezen.com (http://alexdezen.com)
Socialized Pepsi by The Loyalist | https://soundcloud.com/the_loyalist_official (https://soundcloud.com/the_loyalist_official) Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com (https://www.free-stock-music.com)
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26 Jun 2024
Stuck Inside The Gap
The band embarks on tour, only to be overwhelmed by feelings of inadequacy when measuring up to their fellow touring bands. Meanwhile, one of their tour mates achieves sudden and remarkable success on the road.
Tune in next Wednesday for the next chapter in this six-part miniseries.
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Even If It Kills Me is a FANG workshop production
Written and Narrated by Aaron Joy
Produced by Jon Lullo and Brendan Walter
Featuring original music by Alex Dezen
Original theme by Matt McGinley
evenifitkillsmepodcast.com (http://evenifitkillsmepodcast.com)
fangworkshop.com (http://fangworkshop.com)
alexdezen.com (http://alexdezen.com)
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26 Jun 2024
A Band Called ______
The band's journey begins. Fueled by ambition, they relocate to Los Angeles, seeking a record deal. Fortune smiles upon them as they secure a contract with their dream label.
Tune in next Wednesday for the next chapter in this six-part miniseries.
This show is brought to you by Manhead Merch https://www.manheadmerch.com/ (https://www.manheadmerch.com/)
Even If It Kills Me is a FANG workshop production
Written and Narrated by Aaron Joy
Produced by Jon Lullo and Brendan Walter
Featuring original music by Alex Dezen
Original theme by Matt McGinley
evenifitkillsmepodcast.com (http://evenifitkillsmepodcast.com)
fangworkshop.com (http://fangworkshop.com)
mattmcginleymusic.com (http://mattmcginleymusic.com)
alexdezen.com (http://alexdezen.com)
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19 Jun 2024
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This is the story of the band that almost was. You won’t hear what this band sounds like. You won’t even learn their name. But you know this band, even if you don’t.
Even If It Kills Me is a narrative documentary podcast, chronicling the lives of Jon, Ryan, Mac and Pete as they set out across the country and try to make it as rockstars in the bygone era of the ‘00s. Each episode uses contemporary interviews and archival recordings to pull back the curtain on the nitty-gritty inner workings of tour life, all unfolding during the music industry’s own fall of Rome, as massive technological shifts upended business models that had existed for decades.
First two episodes available everywhere June 26. Tune in weekly for the next chapter in this six-part miniseries.
This show is brought to you by Manhead Merch https://www.manheadmerch.com/ (https://www.manheadmerch.com/)
Even If It Kills Me is a FANG workshop production
Written and Narrated by Aaron Joy
Produced by Jon Lullo and Brendan Walter
Featuring original music by Alex Dezen
Original theme by Matt McGinley
evenifitkillsmepodcast.com (http://evenifitkillsmepodcast.com)
fangworkshop.com (http://fangworkshop.com)
mattmcginleymusic.com (http://mattmcginleymusic.com)
alexdezen.com (http://alexdezen.com)
Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy (https://ausha.co/privacy-policy) for more information.
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