Videos

Nov. 5, 2019

Interview with Sublime with Rome

We had the opportunity to interview Sublime with Rome at KAABOO Del Mar Festival! Eric and Rome talk about their families growing up and how they got into music. Rome discusses how he connected with Eric which led to magic of Sublime with Rome. Billboard charting ska-punk trio Sublime With…

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Oct. 29, 2019

Interview with FIDLAR

We had the opportunity to interview FIDLAR! co-host: Sean from The Eiffels FIDLAR’s origins trace back to 2009, when Elvis (whose dad played in the legendary punk band T.S.O.L., and who joined his own first punk band at age 13) landed an internship at a recording studio where Zac worked…

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Oct. 23, 2019

Interview with William Ryan Key (Yellowcard)

We had the honor of interviewing William Ryan Key of Yellowcard on his solo tour at the Roxy! "Sometimes a step sideways is the best progression forward. After the breakup of Yellowcard in Spring 2017, vocalist/guitarist William Ryan Key did just that with his solo debut EP, THIRTEEN which will…

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Oct. 22, 2019

Interview with Angel "AROCK" Castillo

We had the honor of interviewing Angel "AROCK" Castillo at the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego! "Angel "AROCK" Castillo, a native of San Diego, CA this Mexican-American started to DJ at 12 years old and always knew his life was meant for more. Now at the age of 32 years…

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Oct. 8, 2019

Interview with Anna Clendening

We absolutely loved chatting with Anna Clendening at the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego! We talk tears, affairs, therapy, makeup, OCD, divorce, backpack leashes, Coke Zero Vanilla, and so much more! Come laugh and cry with us. "From the moment pop singer-songwriter Anna Clendening appeared on the scene, her music…

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Oct. 1, 2019

Interview with Max Frost

We had the opportunity to interview Max Frost! "It began as an experiment. Music had always been the focus of my short, 17­year­old, guitar­playing life in Austin, Texas. I was obsessed with The Beatles, Hendrix, Sinatra, and Sam Cooke. The Blues were my foundation. I hung with a crowd of…

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Sept. 24, 2019

Interview with Billy Raffoul

We had the opportunity to interview Billy Raffoul at the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego! “Growing up in the small farming town of Leamington, Ontario, Raffoul first started writing songs at age 10, thanks in no small part to the influence of his father—a musician who’s opened for legendary artists…

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Sept. 23, 2019

Happy Birthday, Adam!

Happy birthday to my favorite co-host, husband, and best friend! #birthday #celebrate #celebration #birthdayweek #photos #memories #podcast #podcaster #bringinbackpod #music #fun #videooftheday

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Sept. 17, 2019

Interview with The Shelters

We had the opportunity to interview The Shelters! The Shelters fan a fresh flame with classic fuel on their 2019 second full-length, Jupiter Sidecar [Warner Records]. Ebbing and flowing between rock ‘n’ roll roots, surf swagger, synth swells, and unassuming pop ambition, the Los Angeles based group—Chase Simpson [vocals, guitar],…

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Sept. 9, 2019

Interview with Tosh Peterson (tosh_thedrummer)

We had the opportunity to interview Tosh Peterson at the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego! Tosh Peterson is an 18-year-old drummer from Orange County, California. He started playing drums at age 2 and began touring full time at 16 years old. Tosh has worked with Nik West, Carlie Hanson, Mario…

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Sept. 3, 2019

Interview with Elephante (Tim Wu)

We had the opportunity to interview Tim Wu aka Elephante at the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego! "Hailing from Ann Arbor, Michigan, Tim Wu began his musical career as a classically-trained pianist and singer-songwriter, playing in bands in high school and college. Graduating from Harvard University, soon after taking his…

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Aug. 27, 2019

Interview with Saves the Day

We had the opportunity to interview Chris Conley of Saves the Day. “Saves the Day is an American rock band from Princeton, New Jersey, formed in 1997. The band currently consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Chris Conley, guitarist Arun Bali, bassist Rodrigo Palma, and drummer Dennis Wilson. After forming…

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Aug. 20, 2019

Interview with The Beaches

We had the opportunity to interview The Beaches. "There is a real and important specialness to a group of young girls being drawn to rock and pop music as a creative pursuit. Their love of the genre and of forming a real relationship with their instruments—eventually foundational for their enormous…

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Aug. 13, 2019

Interview with Crankdat (Christian Smith)

We had the opportunity to interview Christian Smith also known as Crankdat! "Smith grew up desiring to be an athlete, but ultimately turned down a full-ride track-and-field scholarship to Kent State University to pursue music, producing energetic and melodically vibrant electronic dance music as Crankdat. Smith began making music while…

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Aug. 1, 2019

Interview with Simple Plan

We had the opportunity to interview Pierre Bouvier and Jeff Stinco of Simple Plan! Simple Plan, the multi-platinum, Montreal-based band boasts worldwide sales topping 10 million. A testament to their outstanding popularity, the band has been voted Favourite Canadian Band an unprecedented five times by viewers of the MuchMusic Video…

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July 30, 2019

Interview with The Bouncing Souls

We had the opportunity to interview The Bouncing Souls! Purchase their new book and EP: https://www.bouncingsouls.com/ You can hear that bond in these six songs and you can relive their journey through the stories and photographs contained in the book. But you can also see and hear that same bond…

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July 23, 2019

Interview with Taking Back Sunday

We had the opportunity to interview Taking Back Sunday! "If you can't believe that Taking Back Sunday have been around for 20 years, you're not alone, because they can't either. Although the pride of Long Island have had a handful of member changes over the years, the current lineup of…

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July 16, 2019

Interview with Slushii (Julian Scanlan)

We had the opportunity to interview Slushii! "He is best known for working with various artists managed by Moe Shalizi, such as Marshmello, Ookay, and Jauz, and for gaining support from notable musician and Owsla-record label founder Skrillex." - Wikipedia.com We want to hear from you! Please email YT@BringinitBackwards.com www.BringinitBackwards.com

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July 8, 2019

Interview with Jefferson Starship: Hard Rock Hotel San Diego & Bringin' it Backwards Collaboration

We had the honor of interviewing Jefferson Starship as part of our Hard Rock Hotel San Diego interview series and collaboration! Shout out to my Dad for co-hosting! Jefferson Starship rose from the ashes of another legendary San Francisco band, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees, Jefferson Airplane. Founder…

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July 2, 2019

Interview with MAYDAR

We had the opportunity to interview MAYDAR! MAYDAR Releases her triumphant Debut 7 track EP ‘Fool Me Twice’ 24th May. **https://soundcloud.com/maydar/sets/ep2/s-MUzvw Having gained international momentum with previous singles ‘Body Bag’, ‘Taxi’ and the much celebrated ‘Sweet Talk’, the young artist releases the 1st of 2 Self-Produced and Written EP’s, laced…

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June 24, 2019

Interview with Lissie

We had the opportunity to interview Lissie. EPISODE NOTES Credits: Theme Song: Scott Russo Design: Oscar Rodriguez Mentions: Thank you to Heather Hawke and Sonos! Favorite Quote from the episode “Do it for the right reasons and hopefully, you’ll find happiness.” - Lissie Contributors: Adam Lisicky, Tera Lisicky, Lissie Email:…

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June 19, 2019

Interview with Christo Bowman of Bad Suns

We had the opportunity to interview Christo Bowman. EPISODE NOTES Credits: Theme Song: Scott Russo & Design: Oscar Rodriguez Mentions: Thank you to Steve Ling and John Shannon! Favorite Quote from the episode “Write the hell out of those bad songs.” - Christo Bowman Contributors: Adam Lisicky, Tera Lisicky, Christo…

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June 11, 2019

Interview with Taylor UPSAHL

EPISODE SUMMARY We had the opportunity to interview Taylor UPSAHL. Indie-Pop sensation UPSAHL has every right to celebrate. Last year, she released her first proper single, “Can You Hear Me Now,” a bouncy, rhythmic, and poignant track that set the internet positively abuzz. “It’s a message to someone on the…

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June 9, 2019

Interview with My Chemical Romance / Frank Iero

We had the honor of interviewing Frank Iero. Frank Iero of My Chemical Romance brings us his third album, Barriers (May 31, 2019). The album takes you on a journey of his heart and mind; speaking to the obstacles of life and living. The album was recorded and mixed by…

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