Welcome to the inaugural episode of ‘Punk Rock Academic’!

I’m really excited about this episode! Today we have with us Steve Lamos, PhD, Associate Professor of Writing and Rhetoric in the English Department at University of Colorado, Boulder.

He is the author of the book, ‘Interests and Opportunities: Race, Racism, and University Writing Instruction in the Post-Civil Rights Era’, which won a special commendation from the Conference on College Composition and Communication Outstanding Book Award Committee.

He is, perhaps, best known for his role as drummer of the indie emo band American Football, where his fluid and organic drumming is the perfect backbone to the intimate, melodic blend of indie emo, math rock, and jazz.

American Football actually started in the late 90s in Champaign, IL, played a few shows, recorded an EP and an album with Polyvinyl Records, then disbanded. 15 years later, Polyvinyl re-released their eponymous debut album, which launched the band to a well-deserved spot among the greats in the scene, where they continue to perform for sold-out crowds around the world.

Dr. Lamos’ upcoming book, ‘Resonant Rhythms’ will explore intersections between his work in academia and his life as an indie musician.

We couldn’t ask for a better first guest, wouldn’t you say?

Let’s get into it.

Dr. Steve Lamos

Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2004

M.Ed., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1997

B.A., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1995

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