A discussion of the post-punk music that moves us and how it affects our lives and causes us to self-reflect and dig deeper. This podcast marries the raw, honest, and artistic style of post-punk and indie music with insights and life experiences of listeners and creators. The goal is to share from a place of vulnerability that leads to relation of trust and encouragement.
Post-punk Heartstrings
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A discussion of the post-punk music that moves us and how it affects our lives and causes us to self-reflect and dig deeper. This podcast marries the raw, honest, and artistic style of post-punk and indie music with insights and life experiences of listeners and creators. The goal is to share from a place of vulnerability that leads to relation of trust and encouragement.
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Recent Episodes
May 8, 2026
054- Blueburst: Craig Douglass Miller and the Long Return
<p><strong>Episode Summary</strong></p><p>After more than two decades away from releasing music, <strong>Craig Douglass Miller</strong>—frontman of the 90s Dallas band <strong>The Reach</strong> and now the creative force behind <strong>Blueburst</strong>—joins us for a deep, funny, and vulnerable conversation about rediscovery, mentorship, depression, and the long road back to making art.</p><p>Craig opens up about the years he spent convinced he was“done,” the advertising career that took over, the drinking that diverted him, and the quiet creative ember that never fully went out. He talks candidly about the emotional through‑line from The Reach to Blueburst and the longing thatshaped both eras.</p><p>And of course, we get into the pivotal role of <strong>MartyWillson‑Piper</strong>, whose guidance, friendship, and gentle pressure helped Craig rebuild confidence, finish songs, and step back into the musical life he thought he’d lost.</p><p><strong>Key Topics</strong></p><p>Craig’s 20‑plus‑year hiatus from releasing music</p><p>How COVID, stillness, and a guitar‑filled house cracked thedoor open</p><p>Mentorship, accountability, and the creative partnershipwith Marty Willson‑Piper</p><p>The emotional DNA connecting The Reach to Blueburst</p><p>Depression, confidence, and the fear of failure</p><p>The 90s Dallas scene, mailing cassettes to college radio,and the strange gap between industry interest and tiny crowds</p><p>Why echo pedals never stopped being cool</p><p>Writing personal lyrics vs. character‑driven songs (thatstill end up being personal)</p><p>Reflections on aging, contentment, and the themes behindSupernova<strong>Blueburst — Official Links</strong></p><p><strong>Website:</strong> <a href="https://blueburst.band/">https://blueburst.band/</a><strong>Bandcamp:</strong> <a href="https://blueburst.bandcamp.com/?utm_source=copilot.com" target="_blank">https://blueburst.bandcamp.com</a> <strong>YouTube:</strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@blueburstmusic">https://www.youtube.com/@blueburstmusic</a></p><p><strong>Facebook:</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blueburstmusic">https://www.facebook.com/blueburstmusic</a></p><p><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blueburstmusic">https://www.instagram.com/blueburstmusic</a></p><p><strong>Connect with Post‑punk Heartstrings</strong></p><p>Post‑punk Heartstrings explores artists who lead withemotion, commitment, and originality—following the deeper threads that connect sound, memory, and meaning.</p><p><strong>Facebook:</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PostpunkHeartstrings/?utm_source=copilot.com" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/PostpunkHeartstrings/</a><strong>YouTube:</strong> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Post-punkHeartstringsPod-wf5kp?utm_source=copilot.com" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@Post-punkHeartstringsPod-wf5kp</a><strong>Spotify:</strong> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3kngtZ8HsbDL0YFt4m6otZ?utm_source=copilot.com" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/3kngtZ8HsbDL0YFt4m6otZ</a><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/postpunkheartstrings?utm_source=copilot.com" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/postpunkheartstrings</a></p><p></p>
March 9, 2026
053 – Aaron “A-Train” Smith — Beat of Sacred Noise
<p>In Episode 53 of <strong>Post-punk Heartstrings</strong>, we sit down with legendary drummer <strong>Aaron “A-Train” Smith</strong>, whose career spans alternative rock, new wave, and influential Christian music scenes from the 1980s onward.</p><p>Aaron shares stories from his time with <strong>The 77s</strong>, his work in the post-punk/new wave world with <strong>Romeo Void</strong>, andrecording sessions with artists like <strong>Rich Mullins</strong>, <strong>Charlie Peacock</strong>, <strong>Chris Taylor and Ojo Taylor.</strong> Along the way we talk about musical influences, Nashville sessions, and the unique intersection of alternative music and faith-based communities.</p><p>Aaron also reflects on his early musical upbringing, learning drums as a kid, and the winding path that led him fromNorth Carolina to Sacramento and eventually Nashville.</p><p>If you enjoy deep dives into alternative music history and behind-the-scenes musician stories, this is an episode youwon’t want to miss.</p><p><strong>Episode Highlights</strong></p><p>• Aaron’s early musical influences and learning drums in North Carolina<br />• Joining <strong>The 77s</strong> and the band’s creative peak in the late 80s and early 90s<br />• The famous drum solo in the live version of Mercy Mercy<br />• Playing with <strong>Vector, Romeo Void and The 77’s</strong> during the new wave era<br />• Recording and touring with <strong>Rich Mullins</strong> and the Ragamuffin Band<br />• Nashville session work with <strong>Charlie Peacock</strong> and <strong>Margaret Becker</strong><br />• Recording stories and studio memories with <strong>Steve Scott</strong><br />• Working on projects including recordings with <strong>Chris Taylor </strong>and more recently <strong>Ojo Taylor’s</strong> BEHOLD album</p><p><strong>Songs Featured in This Episode</strong></p><p>• Caught in an Unguarded Moment –The 77s<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/4VG7MuQGigsfRvClI3ro2Z?si=237785e883f04330" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/2S6tJwZf8kzP0bQm7m4VqW</a></p><p>• Desperately – Vector<br /><a href="https://youtu.be/F1oT8W5tY_I?si=0-ayaCmTnwGqyHri" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/search/vector%20desperately</a></p><p>• Higher Ground – Chris Taylor<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/26hBHrzb7wYase3M7VYnpg?si=9be4cda2bfd145ff" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/search/chris%20taylor%20higher%20ground</a></p><p><strong>Artists & Projects Discussed</strong></p><p>The 77s<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1KxokFLctHsnu4YDSWY3MF?si=3EIHj1RjS96RuCaZRo2kpw" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/2S6tJwZf8kzP0bQm7m4VqW</a></p><p>Romeo Void<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/20kRNjGAzhnBIflemL8JfY?si=k9PHFIghTom8_RcmkYjJ0A" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/3IbXhW2hYhI8M2YF3yJf9Y</a></p><p>Rich Mullins<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/13UhfW7GPizrArBwq7ugps?si=41gJbbzKTy2icoCmj1kzBQ" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zZySmcFZ2zvR3yQY7dF9V</a></p><p>Charlie Peacock<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Dld5cUTz6eVReIWx9Dtyl?si=T_OzcWAWQhG6zPrS-KTXiA" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/3y2YhKkK8QbP8S9Pq7Z3t3</a></p><p>Margaret Becker<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tNMj4uHWrbKEWCAzhHaqa?si=IuxuKDY6SeekYUHpkrZJmA" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qF2iV7R7E4kP9hGQeW0k0</a></p><p>Steve Scott<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6z8Aht0me1GvTRVgfdVfBr?si=z0Uti_mfRLq5MW95wNqv4w" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/search/steve%20scott%20music</a></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Post-punk Heartstrings </strong><strong>explores artists who lead with emotion, commitment, and originality—followingthe deeper threads that connect sound, memory, and meaning.</strong></p><p><strong>Facebook </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/PostpunkHeartstrings/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.facebook.com/PostpunkHeartstrings/</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong>YouTube </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Post-punkHeartstringsPod-wf5kp" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.youtube.com/@Post-punkHeartstringsPod-wf5kp</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Spotify </strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3kngtZ8HsbDL0YFt4m6otZ" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://open.spotify.com/show/3kngtZ8HsbDL0YFt4m6otZ</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Instagram </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/postpunkheartstrings/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/postpunkheartstrings/</strong></a>.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>🎵 Songs & Artists Featuredin This Episode</strong></p><p>• <strong>A Girl in Trouble (Is a TemporaryThing)</strong> — Romeo Void<br />https://open.spotify.com/search/A%20Girl%20in%20Trouble%20Romeo%20Void</p><p>• <strong>Caught in an Unguarded Moment</strong> —The 77’s<br />https://open.spotify.com/search/Caught%20in%20an%20Unguarded%20Moment%2077s</p><p>• <strong>Higher Ground</strong> — Chris Taylor<br />https://open.spotify.com/search/Higher%20Ground%20Chris%20Taylor</p><p>• <strong>The Altars</strong> — Ojo Taylor<br />https://open.spotify.com/search/The%20Altars%20Ojo%20Taylor</p><p>• <strong>Mercy Mercy (Live)</strong> — The 77’s<br />https://open.spotify.com/search/Mercy%20Mercy%20Live%2077s</p><p>• <strong>Minor Characters</strong> — Steve Scott<br /><a href="https://youtu.be/zty_menBhBc?si=65FbRRslKjIgSvRl" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/zty_menBhBc?si=65FbRRslKjIgSvRl</a></p><p>• <strong>Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone</strong> — TheTemptations<br />https://open.spotify.com/search/Papa%20Was%20a%20Rollin%20Stone%20Temptations</p><p>• <strong>Sunshine</strong> — Ray Charles<br />https://open.spotify.com/search/Sunshine%20Ray%20Charles</p><p>• <strong>Desperately</strong> — Vector<br />https://youtu.be/F1oT8W5tY_I?si=oWi57SUjYj0WswQ2 </p><p>• <strong>What Is the Mystery</strong> — SteveScott<br />https://youtu.be/elC06ATHkro?si=aUE3I2_HcjcyqAEC</p><p></p>
February 16, 2026
E052 – Ronnie Martin: Chasing the Perfect Song
<p>In this episode of Post-punk Heartstrings, we sit down with <strong>Ronnie Martin</strong>—the visionary songwriter and producer behind <strong>Joy Electric</strong> and <strong>Dance House Children</strong>.</p><p>Ronnie reflects on a lifetime of chasing songs rather than trends, committing to pure analog synthesis, and staying faithful to a sound long after it stopped being fashionable. We talk about songwriting over technology, isolation versus influence, and the idea of pursuing a perfect song—one that may never fully be written.</p><p>A recurring touchstone throughout the conversation is <strong>The Sun Always Shines on TV</strong> by <strong>A-ha</strong>—a song that represents longing, restraint, and emotional clarity, and one that continues to inspire Ronnie’s creative pursuit.</p><p>This episode explores:</p><ul><li><p>Growing up surrounded by music, from crooners to classic rock to early alternative</p></li><li><p>The origins of Dance House Children and the Blonde Vinyl era</p></li><li><p>Building Joy Electric around pure analog synths</p></li><li><p>The importance of not quitting, even without validation</p></li><li><p>Why feeling always matters more than perfection</p></li></ul><p><strong>Joy Electric – Spotify</strong><br /><a target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/search/Joy%20Electric</a></p><p><strong>Dance House Children – Spotify</strong><br /><a target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/search/Dance%20House%20Children</a></p><p><strong>“The Sun Always Shines on TV” – A-ha</strong><br /><a target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/search/The%20Sun%20Always%20Shines%20on%20TV</a></p><p>Post-punk Heartstrings explores artists who lead with emotion, commitment, and originality—following the deeper threads that connect sound, memory, and meaning.</p><p>Facebook<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/PostpunkHeartstrings/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/PostpunkHeartstrings/</a></p><p>YouTube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Post-punkHeartstringsPod-wf5kp" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@Post-punkHeartstringsPod-wf5kp</a></p><p>Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3kngtZ8HsbDL0YFt4m6otZ" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/show/3kngtZ8HsbDL0YFt4m6otZ</a></p><p>Instagram<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/postpunkheartstrings/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/postpunkheartstrings/</a></p><p></p>
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