In this episode of Scene Support, I sit down with Andy Scullin—host of the Unsigned 518 podcast and longtime supporter of the Capital Region’s underground music scene. Andy shares why he never prepares questions ahead of time and how that keeps his interviews authentic and spontaneous.

We also talk about:

✔️ The return of Metroland and Andy’s role in relaunching the legendary alt-weekly

✔️ AndyPalooza 3 on May 17 at SingleCut North in Clifton Park, NY

✔️ Collaborating with Ontario’s Bad Music Club

✔️ Getting custom theme songs from Girth Control and others

✔️ Building a music community through trust, vibe, and just asking

🔊 Whether you're into punk, hip hop, doom metal, ska, or all of it, this episode highlights the DIY ethos behind one of the 518's most important voices.

Andy Scullin

https://www.instagram.com/unsigned518/

https://www.instagram.com/metrolandnow/

DCxPC Live

https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live

https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "Crash Site" by Shortwave Radio Band

https://www.instagram.com/_shortwave_radioband_/

Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

In this episode of Scene Support, host Scott Pash sits down with Holly Berchielli, founder of Outsider Magazine, for an in-depth conversation on the Hudson Valley punk and hardcore scene. Starting with a high school zine, Holly has built a vibrant DIY platform that documents local bands, promotes all-ages shows, and uplifts the music community. They dive into scene politics, the power of collaboration, and the importance of creating inclusive spaces through zines, live shows, and festivals.

Holly shares what it takes to sustain a grassroots publication and community effort, reflecting on the evolution of Outsider, the role of volunteers, and how diversity in genre helps scenes thrive. If you care about punk, hardcore, or building something meaningful in your local music community—this one's for you.

Outsider Magazine

https://www.instagram.com/outsidermagazine/

https://linktr.ee/outsidermagazine?

DCxPC Live

https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live

https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "Hell I Live Here" By Trouble Bound

https://www.instagram.com/troublebound/

Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

On episode 7 of Scene Support, I sit down with Mike Dietz and Phil Bartsch of RBNX—not to talk about their band, but about something even bigger: Punk Island, NYC’s annual free, all-ages, DIY punk festival. Since 2008, Punk Island has showcased the raw power of community and creativity, putting on a massive, multi-stage event run entirely by volunteers and powered by passion, generators, and sheer will.

Mike and Phil break down what it takes to organize this beast of a fest—everything from booking over 100 bands (with an emphasis on new blood), wrangling stages, staggering set times, backlining gear, running benefit shows, and holding the line on no drugs, no booze, and all punk.

We talk the origins of Punk Island, the logistical highs and hurdles, the challenges of booking without a set date, the joy of punk dads and their kids in the pit, and the importance of holding space for all punks—queer punks, trans punks, street punks, ska punks, grindcore fans, and beyond.

Whether you’ve been to Punk Island or are just finding out it’s real, this episode will fire you up. As Mike and Phil put it: You gotta see it to believe it.

Punk Island

https://www.instagram.com/punkislandnyc

https://linktr.ee/PunkIslandNYC

DCxPC Live

https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live

https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "Any Means Necessary" By RBNX

https://www.instagram.com/the_rbnx/

Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/