# Episode 340: Buddy Nielsen of Senses Fail

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Podcast: [The New Scene](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-new-scene-1219383)
Published: 2026-06-29T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thenewscene.podbean.com/e/episode-340-buddy-nielsen-of-senses-fail/
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## Resource

Keith sits down with Buddy Nielsen to discuss growing up in New Jersey, discovering the local scene, the formation of Senses Fail and the band's quick rise to popularity after the release of their debut LP "Let It Enfold You". We also discuss the making of their classic LP "Still Searching", the debilitating anxiety and depression Buddy dealt with during this period of the band, the gripping story of how Buddy found internal peace and his own personal identity against massive odds, the Still Searching 20th anniversary and upcoming tour, navigating the unsure state of our modern world and more. Intro - 0:00 - 4:59Buddy Nielsen Interview - 5:00 - 1:56:43

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