Garageland Radio

This is Why I Never Left- With Milo Santamaria

In this return episode of GarageLand Radio, Steven sits down with poet and archivist Milo Santamaria to talk about their debut poetry collection, "This Is Why I Never Left". What starts as a quiet reflection on writing, memory, and place slowly opens into something more raw: anger, loss, betrayal, and the long process of reclaiming your voice after harm. Together, they discuss:How a high school poem turned into a full-length bookWhy softness and rage can coexistThe role of visual art and cyanotype in building an emotional archiveWhy community matters more than everThe conversation closes with Milo reading three poems from the collection: “Tired,” “Planting Guide,” and the title piece, “This Is Why I Never Left.” It’s vulnerable, reflective, and quietly powerful.Follow us on IG and TikTok @garagelandradio and @garagelandmediafoundationCheck for updates on www.garagelandmedia.orgFollow Milo on IG at @milo_s64 and purchase a copy of "This is Why I Never Left" here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc03wkZ2aqW9DHms0tQMAOk-MhrkaNNm_09C-PJy28WT-dbLw/viewform?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwLGhF9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp6ez8M6fjUqGpjgh9ISdPM0g6YQZ7LX0NRWLbPA8EPsaLriJFyDCOCoj-yym_aem_3xTyDuc9Z06Ue1rpfLNtaQ

Garageland Radio: Episode One Remastered

In this remastered first episode of Garageland Radio, we dive into the raw and unpolished beginnings of the show, capturing the spirit of the local SoCal music community in Fall 2015. Featuring bands like The Red Pears, Beach Bums, and more, the episode reflects the DIY spirit of backyard shows, where proximity to the bands and the community made the experience unforgettable. From name-dropping local hotspots to spontaneous humor, this episode embodies the energy and excitement of starting something new. Revisiting this episode reminded us of our early intentions to spotlight the rich culture of Southern California, from its music to its food and beyond. While some segments—like burrito spot shoutouts—didn’t stick, others, like our focus on local bands and geography, became a hallmark of Garageland. This remastered version offers a polished yet nostalgic glimpse into the heart of what made those early days special, with all their imperfections and charm. Playlist: Purple 7- Poison Ivy Hillary Chillton- Sad Dad/Rad Dad Horror Squad- Sonic Vampire? The Groans- Effy Baby The Red Pears- Run and Hide Beach Bums The Kyotees- Withering Fother Muckers- Explorador

The Queen Bats

Garageland is back! Over a good amount of PBR I had the opporunity to explore the formation, recording process, and creativity of Fonz and Josue of the band The Queen Bats.We talk about how they came together to form The Queen Bats.The episode delves into the challenges they faced during the recording of their debut album semi-distanced.The band also sheds light on the creative process behind writing the lyrics for their songs. They reveal the themes and inspirations that drove their songwriting, including personal experiences, social commentary, and religious ideas.Finally we also discuss their plans for future releases, including an EP with a political theme. The band members express their excitement about exploring new musical directions and engaging with their audience by playing more shows.Follow Garageland Radio and The Queen Bats on all social media outletshttps://www.instagram.com/garagelandradio/https://www.instagram.com/thequeenbats/

Memory Milk

In this episode I get to catch up with my old friends Mike and Peter from Memory Milk. Mike and I go waaaaaaay back to the early scene days of Southern California. In fact we have unpublished materials that will most likely never see the light of day; however, we more than make up for it with this episode. Not only do Mike and Peter explain their experience playing in the music community, but they also give us some insight into their release "A Lot Like Flowers". Hope you all enjoy.

The Currently Classic

In this episode of Garageland Radio, were featuring some longtime friends The Currently Classic. They came on to share their experiences of being a band and they came on to promote their shows this Thursday on Halloween and November 15 when they are headlining Chain Reaction out in Anaheim.The playlist features the debut single "Tokyo Summer" from Storm Coast's upcoming album. It also features "Loud Mute/ Quiet Exits" "Bout Vs. Doubt" " You Have No Idea What You're In For" and "Hear, Absent", all originals from The Currently Classic themselves. Rounding out the rest of the playlist, are new releases from Dogma Club "Hall Of Fame and "Matador" from Heartworms. Hope You all enjoy it!!