Pop Fuss

The Ataris

Happy one year anniversary to us! To celebrate, we have a special guest - Kristopher Roe of The Ataris! The band is the busiest they've been in years with the release of their latest single, "Car Song." Kristopher shares the amazing way that he is promoting the single, and we talk about the cool Breaking Bad inspired music video - including Walter White's ACTUAL car! We also get into plans for their next full length LP, and discuss a few of Kristopher's favorite "pinch me" moments!
 
Be sure to follow the band on their socials @TheAtaris and check out their website theatarisband.com for all the latest news, tour dates and merch!
 
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best emerging artists and some favorite music veterans!

Mobley

Mobley joins Pop Fuss to discuss his astonishing new record, "We Do Not Fear Ruins," an LP that will surely end up on many Best of 2025 lists. Mobley is a five-tool player. He writes, produces, performs, acts and even dances to bring his visionary, genre-blending sound to life for both our ears and eyes. His music fuses rock, soul, funk, alternative, R&B, and even hints of prog, sometimes within the same song! His songs live in a world where The Delfonics meet Radiohead—deeply emotional, sonically ambitious, and always compelling!
Be sure to follow Mobley on all of his socials @mobleywho and check out his website www.mobleywho.com
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best and brightest emerging artists!

Madhavi Devi

Indie pop artist Madhavi Devi joins Pop Fuss to discuss her newest single! From New Jersey, Madhavi has been crafting melodic pop songs for several years, and is proud to promote "Run Run Run." We dig into her catalog for stories, inspiration, and the importance of "world building" with her music.
 
Follow her on Instagram @madhavi.devi and check out her website www.madhavidevimusic.com for music, links, and more!
 
Find Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best emerging artists!

Sabrina Fair

Sabrina Fair joins Pop Fuss to discuss her debut album! This songwriting prodigy has delivered one of 2025's strongest LP's full of pop/rock goodness and will appeal to fans of Paramore, Olivia Rodrigo, and Lizzy McAlpine. Two years in the making, Sabrina worked with her very musical siblings to concoct this mix of alt rock and pop and adds horns to the mix to really make these songs shine!
 
Be sure to follow Sabrina on her socials @sabrina.fairr and listen to the episode wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
 
Find Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for more of today's brightest, emerging artists!

pure xtc

pure xtc joins Pop Fuss to discuss her amazing music! pure xtc is the brainchild of Kansas City-based artist Taylor Hughes, powerhouse multi-instrumentalist and producer who built a world where brooding soundscapes meet stark vulnerability. Her new single, "Drive" is the final piece in a trilogy that began with "Fall Apart"and "Mood Ring." A project spanning both music and film, it tells a story of unraveling, transformation, and escape. "Drive" brings the journey full circle, with the trilogy's short films forming a complete, enigmatic narrative.
 
Be sure to check out her website for all things purextcmusic.com and follow her on the socials @purextcmusic
 
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod for today's best emerging artists!

Jeff Whalen (Tsar, Monster Squad, solo)

Jeff Whalen of Tsar joins Pop Fuss to debut tracks from his new project, Monster Squad! We dive into the first-ever vinyl release of Tsar’s cult classic debut, hear stories about the making of that legendary LP, and chat about Jeff’s fab solo album, produced by Linus of Hollywood.
 
Hearing from Jeff is always a blast—equal parts fun and delightfully offbeat—and since he’s not on social media, this is a rare chance to hear straight from the man himself.
 
Visit Tsar — Tsar – Omnivore Recordings to pre-order Tsar's debut album on white vinyl!
 
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod for today's best emerging artists, and plenty of veteran power poppers!

The Manic Standstill

NEW BAND ALERT! Veteran rocker Adam Bones joins Pop Fuss to discuss his great new project - The Manic Standstill! Along with Eddy Hewitt and Brad Dickert, the group is offering a first taste of their debut album Moving with the release of their new single and music video, "Reasons Why." The album is set to drop later this year via Wiretap Records/Double Helix records. The upcoming LP boasts contributions from members of The Aquabats, Teenage Bottlerocket, The Dollyrots, The Screamers, and more. With a blend of punk, power pop, and rock influences, Bones hopes listeners will "feel the love and positivity that went into it—and sing along!"
 
Adam Bones also talks about his musical history and some of the great bands he's been a part of, including Ramones tribute band, The Gabba Gabba Heys, Save Ferris, and The Two-Tens (including how Adam got the legendary Ed Stasium to produce an EP and have Fred Armisen play percussion on a track!)
 
Stay up to date with this new band by following their socials @themanicstandstill and watch their hilarious new video The Manic Standstill - "Reasons Why" (Official Music Video)
 
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod for today's best emerging artists!

Indie pop artist RiSi

Indie pop singer RiSi joins Pop Fuss to discuss her many musical hats (artist, songwriter, producer) as we dig into her catalog. It's a fun chat where she talks about her musical beginnings, and some of the stories behind her best songs. Find the episode wherever you get your podcasts - search "Pop Fuss."
 
Be sure to follow her socials @thisisrisi and sign up for her mailing list from her website ThisIsRiSi.com
 
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod

Save Ferris

Monique from Save Ferris joins Pop Fuss! For episode #65 we discuss a BUSY year for the band as they head out on tour, release new music, put out some great 7 inch singles, and offer YOU a chance to appear in their next music video! Monique also talks about how touring has changed for her over the decades, what's in the band's tour rider, and how she spends her time off the road.
Listen to the episode wherever you find your favorite podcasts - search "Pop Fuss."
Be sure to follow the band on the socials @saveferrisofficialband and check our their website SaveFerris.com
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod
Save Ferris is a ska-punk powerhouse that blends infectious energy with heart-pounding rhythms, creating a sound that’s both nostalgic and timeless. Hailing from Southern California, the band first burst onto the scene in the mid-'90s, blending ska’s signature brass and up-tempo beats with punk rock’s raw edge and rebellious spirit. Fronted by the dynamic and captivating Monique Powell, Save Ferris quickly became known for their energetic live shows and catchy, anthem-like tracks.
Their debut album, It Means Everything (1996), earned them a loyal following with tracks like “Come On Eileen,” a bold cover of Dexys Midnight Runners' classic, which became a breakout hit. Their sound—characterized by tight horn sections, infectious guitar riffs, and Powell’s powerful vocals—immediately set them apart from other ska bands of the era.
Over the years, Save Ferris has navigated changes in both the music scene and within the band itself, but their core sound—fueled by a blend of punk, ska, and pop—is as vibrant and energetic as ever. Their passion for music and connection to fans remains a constant, and with each performance, they prove why they’re one of the most memorable bands to emerge from the '90s ska revival.
Save Ferris’ influence extends far beyond their hit songs, as they helped solidify ska-punk as a mainstream force, paving the way for countless other bands. With a sound that's both a tribute to the past and a forward-looking reflection of their evolution, Save Ferris continues to captivate listeners, leaving a lasting mark on the music world.

Innocent Tyler

It's Innocent Tyler! Vincent from the band joins Pop Fuss to discuss their new EP "Don't Call Me On My Birthday." Join us as we hear Vincent's dream-like rock and roll journey as he went from fan to "working with the band!" It's a great story that rock and rollers from all stripes will appreciate. We also dig into the new EP, working with Luis and Kelly from The Dollyrots, and getting Jaret Reddick of Bowling For Soup to produce his first music video!
 
Be sure to keep up with the band at their website http://www.innocenttyler.com and follow on the socials @innocenttylerofficial
 
Check out @innocenttyler7877 on YouTube for cool videos too!
 
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best independent artists (and some awesome veterans!)