Nancy Barile, author of I’m Not Holding Your Coat, appeared on the HardLore podcast to talk about her years in the early punk and hardcore scenes. She shares stories from Philadelphia and Boston, including booking the “Gathering of the Tribes” show, cold calling CBGB to get bands in the door, and watching groups like Bad Brains, Minor Threat, Misfits, Black Flag, and The Ramones as the scene was taking shape.
The episode also focuses on her husband, Al Barile of SSD, who passed away in April 2025. Nancy speaks about their relationship, his role in shaping straight edge, and how he viewed the evolution of hardcore over the decades. It is a heavy and thoughtful conversation that offers real perspective from someone who lived it firsthand.
Listen to the full episode here:
