In this episode, I am joined by legendary arts & entertainment writer Doug Hill who has written for the Norman Transcript the last 25 years. I met Doug at The Rt. 66 Bowl on 39th in Oklahoma City, 20ish years ago. We were both there to interview a band from Hoboken New Jersey called "Mad Happy". They were on tour, supporting their record "Feel Good Music for The Broke Middle Class" & are a group, Doug & I are still friends with Today! We discuss Doug's beginings as an entertainment writer, bands we love as well as all things Norman, Oklahoma. 

In this episode, I am joined by legendary arts &amp; entertainment writer Doug Hill who has written for the Norman Transcript the last 25 years. I met Doug at The Rt. 66 Bowl on 39th in Oklahoma City, 20ish years ago. We were both there to interview a band from Hoboken New Jersey called "Mad Happy". They were on tour, supporting their record "Feel Good Music for The Broke Middle Class" &amp; are a group, Doug &amp; I are still friends with Today! We discuss Doug's beginings as an entertainment writer, bands we love as well as all things Norman, Oklahoma.

On the Jay Ramone Podcast, I will sit down with bands, artists, chefs, business owners, and fellow Oklahomans to talk about their projects & dealing with day-to-day life. 

On the Jay Ramone Podcast, I will sit down with bands, artists, chefs, business owners, and fellow Oklahomans to talk about their projects &amp; dealing with day-to-day life.

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Doug Hill w/ The Norman Transcript on The Jay Ramone Podcast

Doug Hill, Arts & Entertainment Writer for The Norman Transcript on The Jay Ramone Podcast

LYLVC (pronounced "lilac") just released their song "Barely Human" on all platforms & are currently on tour w/ Jeris Johnson, Butcher Babies, & Eva Under Fire. They will be making a tour stop in OKC at 89th Street on 3/14/2026. On this episode I am joined by Alyse & Oscar of LYLVC where we will talk about their unknown ties to Oklahoma, Shiprocked, working with Howard Benson & Mike Plotnikoff on new music.

LYLVC (pronounced "lilac") just released their song "Barely Human" on all platforms &amp; are currently on tour w/ Jeris Johnson, Butcher Babies, &amp; Eva Under Fire. They will be making a tour stop in OKC at 89th Street on 3/14/2026. On this episode I am joined by Alyse &amp; Oscar of LYLVC where we will talk about their unknown ties to Oklahoma, Shiprocked, working with Howard Benson &amp; Mike Plotnikoff on new music.

Alyse & Oscar from LYLVC on The Jay Ramone Podcast

In this episode of the Jay Ramone Podcast, I talk with Brian McShea from the band Good Terms about their unique sound and the making of their album Burnout. They dive into how the band's diverse musical influences come together to create a distinctive style, from pop punk to metalcore and indie pop. Brian shares the story behind their collaboration with Cliffdiver and the process of selecting songs for the album. They also discuss the importance of consistency and community in the music industry, and upcoming shows, including a special event in Dallas.

In this episode of the Jay Ramone Podcast, I talk with Brian McShea from the band Good Terms about their unique sound and the making of their album Burnout. They dive into how the band's diverse musical influences come together to create a distinctive style, from pop punk to metalcore and indie pop. Brian shares the story behind their collaboration with Cliffdiver and the process of selecting songs for the album. They also discuss the importance of consistency and community in the music industry, and upcoming shows, including a special event in Dallas.

Brian McShea from Good Terms on the Jay Ramone Podcast

Brian McShea from Good Terms on The Jay Ramone Podcast

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In this episode of the Jay Ramone Podcast, Jay sits down with the band Losing Connection to talk about their new EP and the Oklahoma music scene. They discuss the influence of bands like the At the Drive-In and the Promise Ring, and how they're keeping it real with their music. The conversation also touches on the importance of community and the DIY ethos, as well as the impact of AI on the music industry. With a mix of humor and passion, Jay and the band dive into their experiences and insights.

Losing Connection - "Brief Highs" - OUT NOW on all Streaming Platforms

RIYL: (recommended if you like) - At The Drive In, Thursday, Turnstile, Refused, Koyo, & One Step Closer. 

In this episode of the Jay Ramone Podcast, Jay sits down with the band Losing Connection to talk about their new EP and the Oklahoma music scene. They discuss the influence of bands like the At the Drive-In and the Promise Ring, and how they're keeping it real with their music. The conversation also touches on the importance of community and the DIY ethos, as well as the impact of AI on the music industry. With a mix of humor and passion, Jay and the band dive into their experiences and insights.
Losing Connection - "Brief Highs" - OUT NOW on all Streaming Platforms
RIYL: (recommended if you like) - At The Drive In, Thursday, Turnstile, Refused, Koyo, &amp; One Step Closer.&nbsp;

Post Hardcore Band - Losing Connection on The Jay Ramone Podcast 

Losing Connection on The Jay Ramone Podcast

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Doug Hill, Arts & Entertainment Writer for The Norman Transcript on The Jay Ramone Podcast

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