217: J. Robbins (Jawbox, Burning Airlines, GI, Channels, Office of Future Plans, etc.)

RIP: Steve Albini (Roland): Steve Albini died yesterday, May 7, at the age of 61. Here's Joe's conversation with Steve from 2017. Originally intended to be a gag episode featuring Roland (the drum machine used in Steve's band, Big Black), this turned into an earnest conversation... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

49 min listen

309: King Coffey (Butthole Surfers): King Coffey tells Joe about: growing up in a single-parent, Christian household; his 40+ year tenure with Butthole Surfers; his interest in Buddhism; and caring for his husband, who suffered from dementia. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

66 min listen

308: Guy Picciotto (Fugazi, Rites of Spring, Happy Go Licky, etc.): Guy Picciotto's work in Fugazi and Rites of Spring had an immeasurable impact on Joe's life. As a producer, Guy has helped artists such as Blonde Redhead, Vic Chestnut, and The Blood Brothers reach new heights. In an uncharacterisically candid... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

75 min listen

307: Jim White (Dirty Three, Xylouris White, etc.): For over thirty years, Jim White has been the drummer of choice for many of the most compelling songwriters working. Now, with assitance from producer Guy Picciotto, he's created his first solo album, All Hits: Memories. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

64 min listen

306: Teresa Esguerra (Prism Bitch, Built to Spill): The latest incarnation of Built to Spill will undoubtedly be remembered as one of that band's most potent lineups in its 30+ year career. Teresa Esguerra's heavy groove and lyrical rhythmic conception are a crucial part of the equation. She tells Joe... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

50 min listen

305: Marnie Stern: The Trap Set is back, and so is Marnie Stern. Marnie burst onto the NYC rock scene in 2007--seemingly out of nowhere--with a unique blend of virtuosic guitar; surreal, beautifully yearning lyrcs; and a "sheets of sound" vocal delivery. Joe met Marnie... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

59 min listen

RIP: Jeremiah Green: Jeremiah Green, drummer for Modest Mouse, passed away 12/31/2022 of cancer. This is a re-post of our conversation from 2017. We at The Trap Set are sending love to Jeremiah's family, bandmates, and many friends around the world. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

36 min listen

304: Patricia Brennan: Patricia Brennan is an improvisatory mallet percussionist who as been hailed as one of the instrument's new leaders. As a sidewoman, she's worked with artists such as Mary Halvorson, Matt Mitchell, and John Hollenbeck. Her solo debut, Maquishti,... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

46 min listen

RIP: Viola Smith: This week, we're revisiting our 2017 conversation with the fantastic Viola Smith, who passed away in 2020 at the age of 107. We'll be back next week with a new episode. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

43 min listen

303: Nate Smith: Over the last two decades, Nate Smith has emerged as one of his generation's most innovative drummers. His unique style marries a deep, earthy sense of time with cerebral adventurousness. Nate has backed artists such as Pat Metheny, Dave Holland, and... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

50 min listen

302: Rick Allen (Def Leppard): Rick Allen's driving, tuneful style propelled Def Leppard to massive popularity during the 80s and early 90s. The band recently released its twelfth studio album, Diamond Star Halos. Rick met with Joe in Beverly Hills to discuss his forty year career,... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

49 min listen

RIP: Mimi Parker (Low): Mimi Parker--best known as drummer, vocalist, and co-founder of the band Low--passed away on November 5th after a battle with cancer. Here is Joe's conversation with Mimi, originally released in June, 2017. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

37 min listen

RIP: DH Peligro (Dead Kennedys): DH Peligro, best known as the drummer of Dead Kennedys, died in an accidental fall at his home in Los Angeles on 10/28/2022. Here is Joe's conversation with DH, originally released in November, 2015. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

32 min listen

301: Questlove: We return from hiatus with Academy Award-winning filmmaker, author, and entrepreneur Questlove, in what Questlove calls, “the best, most open interview I’ve ever given in my life." Joe and Questlove discuss mental health, race, religion,... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

90 min listen

300: Joe Wong Interviewed by Jon Wurster: After a pandemic-induced hiatus, The Trap Set is back for Episode 300. Following the tradition of our previous centennial episodes, Joe is interviewed by a former guest--this time Jon Wurster (Bob Mould, Superchunk, The Mountain Goats, The Best Show).... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

74 min listen

RIP: Gabe Serbian: On Saturday, April 30th, Gabe Serbian died one day shy of his 45th birthday. Here's Joe's 2016 conversation with Gabe. If you're in a postion to help, please consider donating to Gabe's family here: ... by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

30 min listen

RIP: Howard Grimes, RIP: The great Memphis-based drummer, Howard Grimes, died at the age of 80 last week. Here's Joe's 2015 conversation with Howard, a true original whose ingenious artistry will inspire generations to come. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

34 min listen

299: Hugo Burnham (Gang of Four): Today's guest is Hugo Burnham, drummer of Gang of Four. Formed in Leeds in 1976, Gang of Four was one of the most explosive and influential bands to emerge in the wake of the punk rock movement. Next month, Matador Records will release an exhaustive box s by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

61 min listen

298: Cindy Blackman Santana: This week's guest is Cindy Blackman Santana, an artist who--over the past four decades--has made compelling contributions to the worlds of improvised music and popular music alike. Her latest album, "Give the Drummer Some" is now available by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

71 min listen

297: Alan Braufman: We're back from hiatus! Alan Braufman was a vital member of the New York Loft Jazz scene of the 1970s. His 1975 opus, Valley of Search, was re-issued in 2018, and his latest release, The Fire Still Burns, was released to rave reviews in 2020. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

46 min listen

296: Jesse Shreibman (Bell Witch): Joe speaks to Jesse Shreibman, drummer of Seattle band, Bell Witch. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

39 min listen

295: Chris Frantz (Tom Tom Club, Talking Heads): Chris Frantz discusses Talking Heads, Tom Tom Club, and his new memoir, Remain In Love. Also, make sure to check out Joe's new album, Nite Creatures, streaming everywhere now! by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

77 min listen

294: Eric Slick (Dr. Dog, Adrian Belew, Solo Artist): Eric Slick talks about his jazz musician grandfather, his childhood in Philly, the residual scars from growing up "a fat kid", his obsession with Mad Magazine, and how drumming opened up his world. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

64 min listen

293: Alicia Bognanno (Bully): Joe talks to the multifaceted Alicia Bognanno about her career as a vocalist, guitarist, songwriter, and engineer. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

44 min listen

292: Mix Master Mike (Beastie Boys, Beat Odyssey 2020, Solo Artist, etc.): Mix Master Mike discusses his challenging childhood; his ascent to the top of the competitive DJ world; the development of his singular DJ style; joining the Beastie Boys; and his latest collaboration with Steve Jordan, Beat Odyssey 2020. by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

49 min listen

291: Steve Jordan: Steve Jordan is one of the most distinctive and prolific drummers in the history of recorded music. He is also an in-demand producer and record label proprietor. Join us for a 90-minute, life-spanning conversation with one of the all-time greats! by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

94 min listen

290: Sam Coomes (Quasi): Today's guest is Sam Coomes, a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who is perhaps best known as one half of the duo, Quasi, a band he co-founded with Janet Weiss in 1993. Sam possesses a seemingly effortless sense of musicality and a gift for u by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

65 min listen

289: Doug "Cosmo" Clifford (Creedence Clearwater Revival, Solo Artist): This week's guest is Doug "Cosmo" Clifford. Best known as drummer of Credence Clearwater Revival, Doug's powerful, tuneful playing laid the foundation for countless rock n roll standards. In 1972, Doug released his solo debut, Cosmo. During the 80s, he be by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

65 min listen

288: Johanna Warren: Today's guest is Johanna Warren, author of haunting songs, beautifully sung with an ethereal yet rhythmically adventures delivery. Johanna and Joe met while working on the Netflix series, Midnight Gospel, on which she plays the singing voice of the Prison by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

59 min listen

287: Jim Eno (Spoon): Though Spoon's style has evolved radically over its 25 year existence, Jim Eno's drumming has been consistently tasteful, disciplined, and compositionally clever. Aside from his work as a drummer, Jim owns the Austin-based studio, Public Hi-Fi, and has by The Trap Set with Joe Wong

55 min listen

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217: J. Robbins (Jawbox, Burning Airlines, GI, Channels, Office of Future Plans, etc.)

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