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Going Deeper: The Next Chapter of Rolling with Scissors
After more than 30 years on the air, Rolling with Scissors is evolving into something deeper and more intentional. Starting in 2026, the show will commit to true, full-catalog deep dives that explore not just the hits, but the risks, reinventions, and forgotten corners that shaped the music we love.
From Tape Splices to $60 Licenses: Building a Radio Show in 2025
From splicing tape with a razor blade to experimenting in Sound Forge, Studio One, and now Reaper, my journey in radio production has changed as much as the technology itself. Live radio may be messy, but digital tools make creating Rolling with Scissors possible today without losing the human spirit that started it all.
Morningstar Unleashed: A Raw Conversation with Amber Swenor
We sat down with Morningstar frontwoman Amber Swenor for an unfiltered conversation about their explosive new single “Free,” hitting the stage at Rock Fest 2025, and Amber’s new book Unleashed. As always, no edits, just real talk.
Mount’n Mover Fixed What No One Else Could
For years, I struggled to find a way to use my iPad comfortably from my wheelchair. Cheap mounts failed. Makeshift setups fell short. But then I discovered the Mount’n Mover by BlueSky Designs—and everything changed.
Signal Drift Gets Its Own Section
Signal Drift now has a dedicated spot on the homepage. Catch the latest chapter, meet the characters, and find every post in one place—no more digging.
The Holy Knives
A gritty blend of blues, post-punk, and gothic soul — The Holy Knives deliver two releases that hit hard, haunt deep, and somehow make housecleaning an emotional experience. This is alt-blues for the modern age, and it’s absolutely worth the spin.
Basement Alchemy
Two albums, ten years apart — yet completely intertwined. Heads and Tails from Basement Alchemy are a masterclass in cinematic indie rock evolution, and I didn’t even know what I was ordering when I bought them.
When Ghosts Post to Your Feed
Somehow, my blog posts from Rolling with Scissors are showing up on both the official page and my personal one. I didn’t ask for it — but if it gets in your face, maybe that’s where it needs to be.
The Gimp Has Always Been Me
Some people call it offensive. I call it ownership. “Gimp” isn’t a slur when I use it—it’s a badge of honor, inked on my arm before Facebook even existed. If that offends you? Good. It means you’re paying attention.
Rolling with Scissors: Should We Build an App?
Rolling with Scissors is exploring building a mobile app — but only if listeners want it. Here’s why we’re asking for your input before making the leap.