#120 Chris 'Spikey' Goldbach (RadioBaghdad)

The Untold Story of Spikey Goldbach and His Musical Journey /////////////// In this episode, we’re joined by Chris “Spikey” Goldbach, a longtime figure in Florida’s punk and alternative music scene. He talks about growing up in Tamarac, getting his first drum kit at 10, and discovering early influences like The Ramones, Devo, and AC/DC. Spikey walks through the South Florida scene of the 1980s and 1990s, mentioning venues such as the Cameo, Club Soda, and Washington Square, and the impact of seeing bands like Black Flag, Bad Brains, and Descendents.

He reflects on his work with bands including Distant Anger, Blatant View, Nuclear Beer, RadioBaghdad, Collapsing Lungs, Irish Car Bomb, Hudson, Shai Hulud, and others, sharing stories from touring, recording with Jeremy Staska and Bill Stevenson, and experiencing a major-label run. Spikey continues to perform with Against All Authority and remains active in music today while living in Indiana.