Spiritual Cramp's Michael Bingham x Alternative Press
Spiritual Cramp's Michael Bingham sits down with Editor-in-Chief Anna Zanes for an exclusive interview. Together, they discuss the Bay Area punk band's unique sound — an angsty, energetic fusion of dub, post-punk, ska and indie rock. The frontman opens up about his personal and creative journey from addiction and violence to sobriety and self-esteem — and his admiration for mgk.
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AFI's Davey Havok x Alternative Press
AFI's Davey Havok sits down with Editor-in-Chief Anna Zanes for an exclusive interview. Together, they discuss origins — those of the band's new album, of Havok as an artist, and his love of — or need for — art. The two unravel what AFI have lost, and gained, over three decades as a band. Havok opens up about his connection with the characters of Mulholland Drive, with seeing Bugs Bunny dressed in women’s clothing for the first time, and the Ramones.
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Travis Barker and Yellowcard x Alternative Press
On this podcast, we're taking you behind the scenes of our cover stories—delivering the unedited, unfiltered interviews—and more. In this exclusive interview, Ryan Key and Sean Mackin of Yellowcard talk through the making of their brand new album—their first full-length since reuniting. They get into what it was like collaborating with Blink-182's Travis Barker, writing new music as longtime bandmates, and why now felt like the right time to return. From behind-the-scenes stories to reflections on legacy, this is a must-watch for fans of pop-punk and emo revival.
Editor-in-Chief: Anna Zanes
Co-producer: Kevin Duffel
Audio Mixer: Kenneth Beane
Post Audio Engineer: Nick Gray
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Linkin Park x Alternative Press
Linkin Park sit down with AP’s Editor-in-Chief, Anna Zanes, for an exclusive interview. Mike Shinoda, along with bassist Dave Farrell and new lead vocalist Emily Armstrong, unraveled the meaning of legacy — what it means to be a part of one, and to join one along the way — while also looking forward, and forging ahead. We talk about what’s at the very core of Linkin Park — a band as much as a community, built on connection, catharsis, and unabashedly big feelings.
Editor-in-Chief: Anna Zanes
Co-producer: Kevin Duffel
Sound Mixer: Joel Jasper
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Lucy Dacus and Katie Gavin x Alternative Press
Lucy Dacus & Katie Gavin sit down for an unfiltered, intimate conversation that dives deep into songwriting, lust, love, and the complexities of creating vulnerable art in 2025. From honest thoughts on their music, friendship, and identity to their funniest moments, this interview is one you won’t forget. In this exclusive chat, the two artists unpack Lucy's latest album, Forever Is A Feeling, talk about their joint tour, and laugh about their differences — and relate to using lyrics while attempting to understand love. Through their giggles, they remind us all that even when you're “smart,” sometimes you're just dumb at heart.
Editor-in-Chief: Anna Zanes
Co-producer: Kevin Duffel
Sound: Nick Gray
AltPress: In Session is a podcast presented by the long-running music publication Alternative Press. Each month, editor-in-chief Anna Zanes goes behind the stories that hit our covers—and the moments that didn’t make it to print. From Travis Barker to Linkin Park, you’ll get to hear what it was like on set with the cover stars, an unedited version of their interviews, and much more.