The Hook and Bridge Podcast
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Aug. 30, 2026
Get Out Alive: Building Heavy Music With a Purpose
Send in your music story! A great heavy song doesn’t just hit hard, it tells the truth. We sit down with Chaz, the artist behind Get Out Alive, to talk about the real stories hiding inside the riffs, including the personal struggle and faith journey that shaped “Death Has Been Defeated,” plus the boundary-setting message at the center of “Hornets Nest.” We also get practical about what it takes to build a modern rock and metal project without burning out. Chaz explains why he chose a solo pr...
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Aug. 23, 2026
We Decide Which Bands Deserve Redemption
Send in your music story! We’ve somehow turned into full-time music judges, and the bracket is only getting messier. Part three is where we stop debating the obvious winners and start arguing about redemption: which artists who already lost deserve a second chance and why. It’s the kind of debate that sounds simple until you’re staring at names like Pink Floyd, Blink-182, Pearl Jam, and System Of A Down and realizing you can only save two. Along the way, we take the detours that make Hook an...
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Aug. 16, 2026
Joyous Wolf Opens Up About Their New Album “In Between”
Send in your music story! A great rock record does not just hit hard, it moves. We’re joined by Blake, guitarist of Joyous Wolf, to talk about the band’s first full-length LP In Between (out August 21) and why the album feels designed for a front-to-back listen even in a single-driven world. We dig into the story behind standout tracks like Karma and Juniper, how a “pretty” intro can become a heavy verse, and why sequencing matters when you want an emotional arc instead of a playlist of disco...
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July 25, 2026
Bike Routes' New Album "Prairie": A Deep Dive with David on Hook & Bridge Podcast
Bike Routes' "Prairie" Album: A Deep Dive into Lyrical Depth and Artistic Evolution on Hook & Bridge Podcast The Hook & Bridge podcast recently hosted David from the acclaimed band Bike Routes, offering listeners an intimate look into the creation …
April 22, 2026
Chained Saint: Unpacking Their Influences and Explosive Rise on the Hook and Bridge Podcast
The Hook and Bridge Podcast recently hosted the electrifying young metal band, Chained Saint, offering listeners an in-depth look at the artists who are already making significant waves in the music scene. Despite their youth, the band members – Sea…
April 22, 2026
New Violet's Beth on Warped Tour, '66, and the Punk Spirit | Hook and Bridge Podcast
Dive into the vibrant world of New Violet with Beth in this exclusive interview on the Hook and Bridge Podcast. Explore their music, Warped Tour experiences, the stories behind "66" and "Runaway," and the essence of punk. New Violet's Beth Joins th…
About the Hosts
Harley Cornell
Host
Singer Songwriter, Hard worker, Loving Husband and your Host of the Hook and Bridge Podcast. The Hook of the show that brings music and comedy to life!
Taylor Cornell
Co-Host
Taylor Cornell is Harley's little sister. A college graduate with years of experience playing trumpet and involvement in the local music scene. Taylor is our resident Gen Z correspondent and always gives insight into what's hip at the time!
Chris
Chris once our biggest fan now turned Producer. Chris brings a fun new energy to the show with the perfect blend of humor and common music knowledge!
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