The Weirdest Fucking Band on the Planet - Hans Gruber and the Die Hards

The Weirdest Fucking Band on the Planet - Hans Gruber and the Die Hards

Author: Powered By Rock September 25, 2023 Duration: 1:19:28

Hello and welcome to the Powered By Rock podcast where I am going to be speaking with the weirdest fucking band in the world today Hans Gruber and The Die Hards!

For those who have yet to hear of this band, well, I am not sure I can accurately describe what you can expect from these guys, but imagine if you mixed At The Drive In with The Aquabats and then piped it through Jack Black’s energy core…

That’s what I would say is Hans Gruber & The Die Hards.

The band has released 4 full-length albums since 2017, and broke out in many ways even more last year with their latest release With a Vengeance (a nod to the Die Hard movie franchise’s 3rd installment) which came out in 2022 and was a banger of an album that perfectly encapsulated the band’s sound as well as their intent to make music their own way.


Intro Music: ⁠⁠"Colorado" by Birds Love Filters⁠⁠

Outro Music: ⁠⁠"Snail Mail" by Speedway Sleeper⁠⁠

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"No No Bronto" broadcast with direct consent from Hans Gruber and the Die Hards

Checkout Hans Gruber and the Die Hards' Links: https://linktr.ee/hansgruberandthediehards

Checkout Hans Gruber and the Die Hards' Recommendations - Son Rompe Pera, Sgt. Scagnetti, The Whiffs, Plastic Presidents as well as Texas bands Dropped Out, Bondbreakr, The Putz, Shitty Advice, Molly Ringworm, The Pinky Rings, The Capitalist Kids, The Awful Lot, Money Chicha, Superfónicos, El Tule, Black Pumas, Jackie Venson, A Giant Dog, Sailor Poon, Ben Kweller


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▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬


00:00 - Intro

00:43 - Talking with Hans Gruber and the Die Hards about how they came to be such an eclectic band with their unique mix of ska, hardcore, and latin fusion

39:09 - Music Video for "No No Bronto" by Hans Gruber and the Die Hards

40:48 - Hot Seat Questions for Hans Gruber and the Die Hards

01:08:52 - What's coming up for Hans Gruber and the Die Hards


Tune in to The Powered By Rock Podcast for a raw and genuine look at the world of independent rock music. Host Isaac Kuhlman sits down with DIY musicians and bands who are building their careers from the ground up, offering a platform for their stories that you won't find anywhere else. These conversations go far beyond typical interviews; you'll hear firsthand about the life experiences, struggles, and creative triumphs that fuel their music. Each episode digs into the substance behind the sound, weaving in discussions about music theory and the broader landscape of rock without ever getting too academic or dry. The whole point of this podcast is to preserve and celebrate the spirit of rock that has inspired generations, ensuring those authentic voices and their stories are passed along. Expect a mix of insightful commentary and spontaneous, often humorous, moments that reflect the unpredictable nature of the genre itself. It’s a passionate and personal exploration for anyone who believes rock is more than just background noise-it's a living, breathing force powered by the people who make it.
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