Hosted by Chris Wrenn, The B9 Podcast brings artists, friends, and voices from the hardcore community into the Bridge Nine Records warehouse for honest, laid back conversations about hardcore, DIY culture, touring, records, creativity, and everything in between. Recorded in the basement of the Bridge Nine warehouse and occasionally right before a live show! Episodes uploaded bi-weekly.
7L (Czarface) On Balancing the Hip-Hop Underground's Biggest Supergroup & A DIY Record Store
Boston Hardcore meets East Coast Hip-Hop.
7L (George Andrinopoulos) of the East Coast Hip-Hop supergroup Czarface joins Chris B9 to talk about coming up in Boston in a genre that often runs parallel to Hardcore: Hip-Hop.
Today, he's one-third of Hip-Hop's biggest underground supergroup Czarface, along with rapper Esoteric and MC Inspectah Deck (Wu-Tang Clan). He also owns and operates a curated Hip-Hop record store Soundtracks right near B9 in Beverly MA!
Check out 7L's record store right by Bridge Nine Records!
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Listen to Czarface's new record, 'Czarface Meets Frankie Pulitzer'
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Host: Chris Wrenn
Producers: Bill Fulkerson, Colby Bradford
Filming: Bill Fulkerson
Sound: Bill Fulkerson
Editing: Colby Bradford
Set Design: Chris Wrenn
6 Oct 2026
Stephen Brodsky (Cave In, Mutoid Man) Talks The Difference Between Independent And Major Labels
Chris Wrenn interviews Stephen Brodsky about the distinct realities of independent versus major record labels.
22 Sept 2026
World Series Champion Joe Kelly Talks Skating, Hardcore, And The Infamous Joe Kelly Fight Club
World Series Champion Joe Kelly discusses his punk music roots, skating, and the "Joe Kelly Fight Club" with host Chris Wrenn in this interview.
8 Sept 2026
Andrew Sacher (Ex-BrooklynVegan, Author of EMO REVIVAL) Talks The Fourth Wave Of Emo
Host Chris Wrenn interviews Andrew Sacher, author of EMO REVIVAL, discussing the fourth wave of emo music and his extensive journalism career.
25 Aug 2026
Bill Fulkerson (OTC Industries) on Making Docs the DIY Way
Chris Wrenn interviews Bill Fulkerson of OTC Industries about his DIY approach to documentary filmmaking, sharing insights from his creative journey.
14 Aug 2026
Alex Garcia-Rivera (American Nightmare, Shelter) Talks Building His DIY Analog Studio
Musician Alex Garcia-Rivera shares his experience building a unique DIY analog studio and discusses his hardcore scene journey with host Chris Wrenn in this interview.
28 Jul 2026
Nate Newton (CONVERGE) - Full Episode
Host Chris Wrenn interviews Nate Newton (Converge) about the intricacies of hardcore music, offering listeners a deep dive into the genre's core elements.
10 Jul 2026
Death Before Dishonor's Bryan Harris On The Friends Family Forever Era and Touring With Agnostic Front
Chris B9 interviews Bryan Harris of Death Before Dishonor about the Friends Family Forever era and touring experiences.
26 Jun 2026
Jesse Standhard on Touring for Blood for Blood, Right Brigade, and DIY Hustle
Host Chris B9 interviews Jesse Standhard about his 35-year journey through the hardcore scene, from DIY zines and record labels to his career in real estate.
19 Jun 2026
Pre-Show: Luke Garro on Hardcore History, The Power of Presence, and the Return of Piebald
Chris B9 interviews Luke Garrow about his punk scene journey, Piebald's new album, and the evolving music landscape.
29 May 2026
B9 Pre-Show: John Coyle on Outspoken's Return, Straight Edge Isn't Cool Anymore T-Shirts, and the legacy of Hardcore
Chris B9 interviews John Coyle of Outspoken about the band's legacy, the evolution of hardcore, and the creative ingenuity behind their iconic merchandise.
22 May 2026
Pat Flynn On Hardcore Community, Creativity, and Staying Young
Chris B9 is joined by Pat Flynn (Have Heart, Fiddlehead, How Much Art) to talk about his prolific involvement in the hardcore scene, from his time with Have Heart to his current work with Fiddlehead and various "science projects" like Clear and Sweet Jesus. He reflects on the creative drive that keeps him starting new bands, emphasizing that his goal is collaboration and artistic expression rather than mainstream fame.
Flynn also explores:
The Symbiosis of Career and Music: How his long-term career as a teacher provides a balanced schedule for touring and makes performing feel more special.
Hardcore Subculture Dynamics: The importance of a thriving youth population alongside "elders" who provide history and guidance to keep the scene healthy.
Defining Success: Why hardcore continues to challenge mainstream ideas of celebrity by prioritizing organic community, accessibility, and the truest forms of self-expression.
Who has been a guest on The B9 Podcast
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Stephen Brodsky
Joe Kelly
Andrew Sacher
Bill Fulkerson
Alex Garcia-Rivera
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
9 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
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