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On this episode of Musicians For Mental Health, I had the honor of speaking with Saywhen, who bravely opened up about his mental health journey. In this incredibly raw and honest conversation, he shares his experiences with depression, toxic relationships, and the struggles that led him to his darkest moments, including a detailed account of his suicide attempt.
Some of this conversation may be triggering to those battling their mental health so please keep that in mind. We are not licensed mental health professionals, councilors, or therapists. We speak only from our own personal experiences and perspectives.
In the latest episode of the Musicians For Mental Health podcast, I had the profound privilege of speaking with Courtney and Sawyer from Definitely Maybe. Our conversation focused on mental health, with a particular emphasis on Courtney's deeply personal story about her sister Jessica's tragic suicide. Courtney bravely shared the struggles her sister faced, including alcoholism and religious trauma, and the heart-wrenching journey of coping with such a loss. As someone who has experienced similar pain, I also opened up about losing my brother to suicide, discussing the feelings of shame, guilt, and blame that often accompany such tragedies.
Some of this conversation may be triggering to those battling their mental health so please keep that in mind. We are not licensed mental health professionals, councilors, or therapists. We speak only from our own personal experiences and perspectives.
What stands out about State Champs is that they always treat every show like it matters. Whether they’re headlining or on a support slot, they deliver the same level of passion and fun. Their set on the Maximum Fun Tour was proof of that, turning the middle of the night into one of the highlights of the entire show. By the end, the crowd was grinning, sweaty, and shouting for more. State Champs didn’t just fill their time, they left a mark.
The show was a reminder of how much fun live music can be when a band fully commits to the moment. Whether it was Hawkins sprinting across the stage in a jumpsuit or launching into perfectly chaotic solos, every song felt like a performance worth remembering. The Darkness didn’t just play their songs; they lived them in real time with their fans. 📸 Check out the full gallery.
From there, the band tore through a cinematic, high-octane performance that had the crowd completely locked in. Ronnie’s stage presence was magnetic, shifting between raw emotion and explosive confidence, while the band sounded tighter than ever. Visuals lit up the night, pyro filled the air, and every drop felt like a main event. It was clear that every detail had been crafted to deliver an unforgettable experience. Fans screamed, moshed, cried, and lived every second of it. What could have been a rocky start turned into a standout night of the tour, and one that fans at Ruoff won’t be forgetting anytime soon.
From start to finish, the night felt like a love letter to punk rock—raw, real, and unfiltered. The Mainliners kicked the door open, Bad Religion delivered a masterclass, and Dropkick Murphys turned a moment of resistance into a full-blown party. It wasn’t just a concert. It was a community in motion, and for a few loud, sweaty hours, everything felt exactly right.
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When Lies for the Liars dropped in 2007, it felt like stepping into a completely different era of both The Used and my own life. By then, I wasn’t processing things the same way I had in the past. I was masking a lot, putting on a front to keep everything moving forward. So while this album didn’t hit quite as hard emotionally as the two before it, it still found its place in heavy rotation. There were songs that dug in deep and felt like they understood where I was, even if I didn’t fully understand it myself.
When In Love and Death came out, it landed in my life at a time when everything felt uncertain. My father had just passed away, and this record became something more than music for me. It was an emotional crutch, a place to put everything I didn’t know how to process. Where the self-titled album had opened the door for me to feel, In Love and Death walked me through the pain that followed. It was heavier, more vulnerable, and far more personal.
Every once in a while, an album comes along that doesn’t just land, it opens a door. For me, The Used’s self-titled record was that moment. When it dropped during my junior year of high school, it hit like a train. I had all this bottled-up emotion, this mix of anger, confusion, and sadness that didn’t have an outlet yet. Then this record came along, and it felt like it gave me permission to feel all of it. It wasn’t just music, it was validation that being chaotic, loud, and emotional was okay.
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Three nights. Three albums. One city ready to scream every lyric back. This 25-year celebration isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about honoring the music that’s still connecting people decades later. Whether you’ve been following them since 2002 or found them on a playlist last week, this is your chance to be part of something special. Grab your tickets, clear your schedule, and don’t miss a single night of The Used in Indianapolis.
Fans of FOZZY, rejoice! After headlining their biggest UK show to date this August, the band is ready to bring the party machine to stages across the USA. The electrifying group led by the vibrant Chris Jericho announced their highly anticipated fall tour, and it promises to be the rock ‘n’ roll event of the year.
Attention Chicago music lovers! Dive into a night of nostalgia and new experiences with The Ocean Blue as they grace the stage at Lincoln Hall on September 2nd. While many fans are eagerly anticipating the live performance, there's also palpable excitement surrounding the re-release of their iconic album, Davy Jones’ Locker.
In this episode of Musicians For Mental Health, I had a deeply personal and powerful conversation with Patrick Madsen, known as NESDAM. Patrick bravely opened up about his mental health journey, discussing his struggles with depression, the loss of close friends, and a past suicide attempt. He shared his raw and honest perspective on the regret that followed and how he has worked to move forward, heal, and grow from those experiences.
Some of this conversation may be triggering to those battling their mental health so please keep that in mind. We are not licensed mental health professionals, councilors, or therapists. We speak only from our own personal experiences and perspectives.