The riff master, the demo god, the metaphorical, spiritual, and literal STYG dad - Chris Rawson. We talk Chris's experience as a teacher during the pandemic and how his time under quarantine led him to explore new musical pathways.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

The riff master, the demo god, the metaphorical, spiritual, and literal STYG dad - Chris Rawson. We talk Chris's experience as a teacher during the pandemic and how his time under quarantine led him to explore new musical pathways.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

027 Through the Loss and the Pain Part 3

We sit down with the man, the myth, the bass player, STYG's resident international man of mystery, Andrew Rose.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

We sit down with the man, the myth, the bass player, STYG's resident international man of mystery, Andrew Rose.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

026 Through the Loss and the Pain Part 2

A constellation of episodes reflecting on STYG's purpose and our return to strength.  "Care is a form of political warfare." -Audre Lorde This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

A constellation of episodes reflecting on STYG's purpose and our return to strength.  "Care is a form of political warfare." -Audre Lorde This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

025 Through the Loss and the Pain Part 1

SET THE WORLD ABLAZE NOTHING GOES TO WASTE NOW I UNDERSTAND MORE OF US THAN THEM Now streaming everywhere here: https://smarturl.it/STYG_MOUTT This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

SET THE WORLD ABLAZE NOTHING GOES TO WASTE NOW I UNDERSTAND MORE OF US THAN THEM Now streaming everywhere here: <a href="https://t.co/NBIPVePZm0?amp=1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://smarturl.it/STYG_MOUTT</a> This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

024 More Of Us Than Them

Uncle Ho, our song is fire of pure love, it's a dovecote dove, olive from an olive grove. It is the universal song chain that will triumph, the right to live in peace. Rev Left Radio Episode on Chile: https://revolutionaryleftradio.libsyn.com/chile   Blood in my Eye:  https://redyouthnwa.files.wordpress.com/2018/05/george_l-_jackson_blood_in_my_eyebook4you-org.pdf   @Queersocialism thread on elections:  https://mobile.twitter.com/queersocialism/status/1282797189648060429 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

Uncle Ho, our song is fire of pure love, it's a dovecote dove, olive from an olive grove. It is the universal song chain that will triumph, the right to live in peace. Rev Left Radio Episode on Chile: <a href="https://revolutionaryleftradio.libsyn.com/chile" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://revolutionaryleftradio.libsyn.com/chile</a> Blood in my Eye: <a href="https://redyouthnwa.files.wordpress.com/2018/05/george_l-_jackson_blood_in_my_eyebook4you-org.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://redyouthnwa.files.wordpress.com/2018/05/george_l-_jackson_blood_in_my_eyebook4you-org.pdf</a> @Queersocialism thread on elections: <a href="https://mobile.twitter.com/queersocialism/status/1282797189648060429" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://mobile.twitter.com/queersocialism/status/1282797189648060429</a> This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

023 The Right To Live In Peace

Oh my god we’re back again.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

Oh my god we’re back again.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

022 Backstreet&#8217;s Back

I've seen horrors... horrors that you've seen. George and Josh relive a traumatic tour that is fun to reflect back on in a sadistic kind of way.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

I've seen horrors... horrors that you've seen. George and Josh relive a traumatic tour that is fun to reflect back on in a sadistic kind of way.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

021 Hell Month

I am eating from the trash can of Ideology all the time. The band started in 2003 believe it or not folks (haha), and 17 years in, we have evolved in thought and mind on a variety of topics and issues, and I think it’s important to reflect on those sorts of things, because that’s how we learn. Not idealistically through divine revelations, but through experience and perspective that shape our understanding and ideology. Our material conditions produce our culture and ideas, that then in turn influence and reinforce aspects of our life in a cyclical fashion, that is, until there is a rupture. Some old f**k once said “It is not the consciousness of men that determines their existence, but their social existence that determines their consciousness.” So come on the journey with us.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

I am eating from the trash can of Ideology all the time. The band started in 2003 believe it or not folks (haha), and 17 years in, we have evolved in thought and mind on a variety of topics and issues, and I think it’s important to reflect on those sorts of things, because that’s how we learn. Not idealistically through divine revelations, but through experience and perspective that shape our understanding and ideology. Our material conditions produce our culture and ideas, that then in turn influence and reinforce aspects of our life in a cyclical fashion, that is, until there is a rupture. Some old f**k once said “It is not the consciousness of men that determines their existence, but their social existence that determines their consciousness.” So come on the journey with us.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

020 Evolution of STYG Ideology

STYG was a part of the 2010 Thrash and Burn tour, which on first glance, might seem like an unremarkable tour, but it plays a very important role in STYG history, especially in relation to the Hope Division.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

STYG was a part of the 2010 Thrash and Burn tour, which on first glance, might seem like an unremarkable tour, but it plays a very important role in STYG history, especially in relation to the Hope Division.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

019 Thrash and Burn

“If we have shortcomings, we are not afraid to have them pointed out and criticized, because we serve the people. Anyone, no matter who, may point out our shortcomings. If he is right, we will correct them. If what he proposes will benefit the people, we will act upon it.”  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

“If we have shortcomings, we are not afraid to have them pointed out and criticized, because we serve the people. Anyone, no matter who, may point out our shortcomings. If he is right, we will correct them. If what he proposes will benefit the people, we will act upon it.”  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

018 Never Concerned With What I Am Not

Welcome to Against Them All! The official STYG podcast/newsletter. Sign up for all things STYG related: Tour/music updates, STYG history, fan features/interviews, musings on topical political discussions, workout routines, coffee recommendations, movie reviews, etc. This could really be anything! stygoc.substack.com

I’ll never forget when I first heard STYG. I was 13 years old and I was in the car with my brother and he played Such Pain. After that day I downloaded everything that they’ve done and now they are my favorite band. I actually met George and talked to him after they played and he was such a good guy. I’m a drummer too and he just said “just keep practicing kid” and it was awesome. It’s sick that they made this podcast and every single one I learn a little more how crazy Josh is😂

Dude

I’ll put styg on my top 3 bands for bands listened to for my life. I’ve loved their stuff from a young age and as they describe in this show, It’s their passion and purpose behind the lyrics and melodies that make it so raw and rewarding. However, I have never seen eye to eye with their stances on socio-economics. At some points we agree, on most we don’t. This podcast is an amazing place for me to hear their apologies (reasons/arguments) for their stance which I know many are butt hurt by. So my recommendation is listen in. It’s a chance for you to understand why and also learn they aren’t so in your face (even if they are). They want you to understand their approach even if you refuse to acknowledge or even listen to it’s merit. For me, I have a  theory I want to be convinced. So I’m going to continue listening as a subscriber. I’m a Christian. Jesus was a socialist. I’m excited to hear more and listen to the music/lyrics with a little more intention. K I’m done.

Let’s put it this way

Welcome to Against Them All! The official STYG podcast/newsletter. Sign up for all things STYG related: Tour/music updates, STYG history, fan features/interviews, musings on topical political discussions, workout routines, coffee recommendations, movie reviews, etc. This could really be anything! <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com/s/against-them-all-the-stick-to-your?utm_medium=podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

Against Them All - The Stick To Your Guns Podcast

Imagine the part of the STYG set where Jesse talks and rambles on about injustice and topical political issues. Ok, now imagine an hour and a half podcast of that with all of us. If we had a dollar for every time somebody told us that they wished we weren’t “so political” about everything, we’d have enough money to start a podcast.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

Imagine the part of the STYG set where Jesse talks and rambles on about injustice and topical political issues. Ok, now imagine an hour and a half podcast of that with all of us. If we had a dollar for every time somebody told us that they wished we weren’t “so political” about everything, we’d have enough money to start a podcast.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

003 Revolutionary Mental Attitude

Believe it or not folks, it has been 10 years since we went into the studio to record The Hope Division! We thought it would be fun and nostalgic to reflect on what that experience was like for us. Hear the stories of what the recording process was like and how the record does not have the correct track listing. The Hope Division marked a big change for STYG: New members, new sounds, new ideologies. Happy that y’all were willing to take that leap with us! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

Believe it or not folks, it has been 10 years since we went into the studio to record The Hope Division! We thought it would be fun and nostalgic to reflect on what that experience was like for us. Hear the stories of what the recording process was like and how the record does not have the correct track listing. The Hope Division marked a big change for STYG: New members, new sounds, new ideologies. Happy that y’all were willing to take that leap with us! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

004 Hope Division X

BIG RIGGING Q&amp;A. We recorded this episode while driving 70 mph, which was very dangerous and irresponsible. We asked y'all for some questions so we could have something to do on the drive back from the Motionless in White/Beartooth tour. We learned a lot about Josh's extensive pokemon knowledge, talked about the German honesty, even spilled some tea on the new record. The first of many Q&amp;As for the pod! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

BIG RIGGING Q&amp;A. We recorded this episode while driving 70 mph, which was very dangerous and irresponsible. We asked y'all for some questions so we could have something to do on the drive back from the Motionless in White/Beartooth tour. We learned a lot about Josh's extensive pokemon knowledge, talked about the German honesty, even spilled some tea on the new record. The first of many Q&amp;As for the pod! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

005 You've got questions, we've got answers

Jared Holt

Ken Klippenstein

Jordan Uhl

Here is an interview where George and Jesse interview people much smarter than them! Jared, Ken, and Jordan came out to our DC show on the Motionless in White/Beartooth tour and we decided they would be a big get for the cast. Seeing as how we are full blown idiots, we are way out of our depth here folks, but these guys are doing such important work that we felt like we needed to take the opportunity to highlight their work as well as their platforms. This conversation took place in January 2020 before the entire political world seemingly fell apart, but it’s still a conversation focused on optimism and building political movements that can bring about true change. Enjoy!  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

Here is an interview where George and Jesse interview people much smarter than them! Jared, Ken, and Jordan came out to our DC show on the Motionless in White/Beartooth tour and we decided they would be a big get for the cast. Seeing as how we are full blown idiots, we are way out of our depth here folks, but these guys are doing such important work that we felt like we needed to take the opportunity to highlight their work as well as their platforms. This conversation took place in January 2020 before the entire political world seemingly fell apart, but it’s still a conversation focused on optimism and building political movements that can bring about true change. Enjoy!  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

006 RMA: Banned in DC w/  Jared Holt, Ken Klippenstein, and Jordan Uhl

Josh is here to pump you up. Over the years we have been tagged in many a “fitness” post - meaning we see a lot of people rocking out to STYG while they are getting f*****g jacked. And we think that’s pretty rad! We like that our band is associated with personal improvement types of things, whether that’s sobriety, or exercise, or even book clubs. So, we sat down with the Schwarzenegger of our band to pick his brain on his fitness journey and where he’s at now. Might not be everybody’s cup of tea but we’d be remiss if we didn’t send an episode out to the pump.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

Josh is here to pump you up. Over the years we have been tagged in many a “fitness” post - meaning we see a lot of people rocking out to STYG while they are getting f*****g jacked. And we think that’s pretty rad! We like that our band is associated with personal improvement types of things, whether that’s sobriety, or exercise, or even book clubs. So, we sat down with the Schwarzenegger of our band to pick his brain on his fitness journey and where he’s at now. Might not be everybody’s cup of tea but we’d be remiss if we didn’t send an episode out to the pump.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

012 Pain and Gain

Tom Williams

A Baker’s Dozen - noun - a group of 13; a dozen plus one. This is the number of people that watched STYG and Stray on their first tour together. STYG and Stray From The Path’s histories have been intertwined since 2008. We might have lost track of how many shows we’ve played together, but we can never forget the first tour that we did together in 2009. The shame and humiliation we felt would be permanently burned into our brains. Jesse and George sat down with Tom Williams to talk about the dark times for both STYG/Stray during the earlier days of our careers. We’re both still here and thriving, but at what cost? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

A Baker’s Dozen - noun - a group of 13; a dozen plus one. This is the number of people that watched STYG and Stray on their first tour together. STYG and Stray From The Path’s histories have been intertwined since 2008. We might have lost track of how many shows we’ve played together, but we can never forget the first tour that we did together in 2009. The shame and humiliation we felt would be permanently burned into our brains. Jesse and George sat down with Tom Williams to talk about the dark times for both STYG/Stray during the earlier days of our careers. We’re both still here and thriving, but at what cost? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

011 That one time STYG almost broke up (A Baker&#8217;s D) w/ Tom Williams of Stray From The Path

If you have purchased a t-shirt from STYG over the course of the last 11 years, chances are you have met merchandise manager extraordinaire - Drew Soria aka Spider. One of the best in the game, a true professional Cotton technician. This isn’t just a f*****g schmuck we found at a temp agency, this is the god damn 5th Beatle we are talking about. Spider is an integral part of the STYG family and we can’t imagine life on the road without him. We wanted to do the man justice and try and highlight his day to day responsibilities when he’s out on the road with us.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

If you have purchased a t-shirt from STYG over the course of the last 11 years, chances are you have met merchandise manager extraordinaire - Drew Soria aka Spider. One of the best in the game, a true professional Cotton technician. This isn’t just a f*****g schmuck we found at a temp agency, this is the god damn 5th Beatle we are talking about. Spider is an integral part of the STYG family and we can’t imagine life on the road without him. We wanted to do the man justice and try and highlight his day to day responsibilities when he’s out on the road with us.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

010 Enter the Spider-Verse

STYG has seen some s**t throughout our years touring. Broken feet, blown out knees, fucked up backs, impacted wisdom teeth, torn calf muscles, chipped teeth - it’s a goddamn warzone out there. But! The show must go on. This is an episode all about the literal blood, sweat, and tears that we’ve given to the band. Our bodies have gone through hell over the last 17 years, but what doesn’t kill you...idk insert some Hatebreed lyrics here or something. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

STYG has seen some s**t throughout our years touring. Broken feet, blown out knees, fucked up backs, impacted wisdom teeth, torn calf muscles, chipped teeth - it’s a goddamn warzone out there. But! The show must go on. This is an episode all about the literal blood, sweat, and tears that we’ve given to the band. Our bodies have gone through hell over the last 17 years, but what doesn’t kill you...idk insert some Hatebreed lyrics here or something. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

009 Break a Leg

You may or may not know this, but STYG is a secret Straight Edge band, or well, at least by default we are. Yes, all 5 members of STYG are living, breathing human buzzkills here to harsh your mellow. It’s a mentality that has undeniably shaped our perspectives. While it’s not for everybody, and we certainly don’t feel the need to try and convert the world to our lifestyle choices, it’s been an important part of our lives that’s worth talking about. So, here is an hour and a half podcast of grown adult men talking about the XXX sober fan club that we are all a part of (lol couldn’t resist the joke). Music featured in the episode - Inclination - “Inclination” Have Heart - “Something More Than Ink” Earth Crisis - “The Discipline” Casey Jones - “Butt Hash” Earth Crisis - “Gomorrah's Season Ends” NOFX - “Straight Edge”     This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

You may or may not know this, but STYG is a secret Straight Edge band, or well, at least by default we are. Yes, all 5 members of STYG are living, breathing human buzzkills here to harsh your mellow. It’s a mentality that has undeniably shaped our perspectives. While it’s not for everybody, and we certainly don’t feel the need to try and convert the world to our lifestyle choices, it’s been an important part of our lives that’s worth talking about. So, here is an hour and a half podcast of grown adult men talking about the XXX sober fan club that we are all a part of (lol couldn’t resist the joke). Music featured in the episode - Inclination - “Inclination” Have Heart - “Something More Than Ink” Earth Crisis - “The Discipline” Casey Jones - “Butt Hash” Earth Crisis - “Gomorrah's Season Ends” NOFX - “Straight Edge” This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

008 Straight Edge

The expected “reacting to the quarantine” episode that is to be expected of every podcast. Life is strange and confusing right now. We are all trying to adjust to this new reality that has been thrust upon us. Please look out for one another. Now is the time for militant compassion. Uncompromising solidarity. Your heart is a weapon and you have a social obligation to use it for the betterment of all.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stygoc.substack.com

The expected “reacting to the quarantine” episode that is to be expected of every podcast. Life is strange and confusing right now. We are all trying to adjust to this new reality that has been thrust upon us. Please look out for one another. Now is the time for militant compassion. Uncompromising solidarity. Your heart is a weapon and you have a social obligation to use it for the betterment of all.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://stygoc.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stygoc.substack.com</a>

007 COVID-19/Life Under Quarantine

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