Beers With Bands

On this episode I sit down with Griefeater, a shoegaze/slowcore band from Chicago. We talk about some of their early releases before diving into "Worn". We also talk about use of key Chicago sports moments. Be sure to follow Greifeater and check out "Worn"!!! This episode features the songs "Valentine" and "The Trouble With Being Born" from the album Worn. You can find Griefeater at the following...

On this episode I sit down with Guest Room Status, an emo band from Ottawa, CA. On the eve of its release we talk about their new EP '"Eventually?". We also figure out the signs of a solid guest room. Be sure to follow Guest Room Status and check out "Eventually?" This episode features the songs "Stall at the Start" and "How We Hold On" from the album Ev...

On this episode I sit down with Up Dog, an emo/ska band from South Texas. We talk about their latest EP "Going Nowhere Fast" and the "story" happening throughout it. We also talk about the end of the Arnold House and the impact it made on them. Be sure to follow Up Dog and check out "Going Nowhere Fast"!!! This episode features the songs "In The Room" and &q...

On this episode I sit down with Avec Plaisir, an indie punk band from Montreal. We talk about their latest release "Active Listening". We also talk about the paintings turned cover art and the scene in Montreal. Be sure to follow Avec Plaisir and check out "Active Listening"!!! This episode features the songs "Oh, Jesus Christ Fenton!" and "Junji Burrito" fr...

On this episode I sit down with Thanks! I Hate It, a Mid-Westcost Emo band. We talk about their latest LP "Scatterbrain". We also chat about song titles, music videos, and fans driving across the country. Be sure to follow Thanks! I Hate It and check out "Scatterbrain"!!! This episode features the songs "3/4 Beers" and "Night Of The Living Wage" from the alb...

On this episode I sit down with The Entire History Of You, a post hardcore band from Columbus, OH. We talk about their "Self-Titled", a breakdown a couple songs. Before we end we talk about their "Madden Metric". Be sure to follow The Entire History Of Your and check out their self titled EP!!! This episode features the songs "I Always" and "Coalescence" from the album TEHOY. You can find The Enti...

On this episode I sit down with Farewell, Take Care, an emo band from Sacremento. We talk about their debut self titled EP and the glimpse that we are seeing as they start. We also talk about their local scene and some influences. Be sure to follow Farewell, Take Care and check out their self titled EP!!! This episode features the songs "sam, order the pizza!" and "nah dats tobacco pt. 2" from the...

On this episode I sit down with False Cape, an alternative punk band from Virginia Beach. We talk about the early days of the band and the transition in sound. We then talk about their latest release "Tears On My Blunt Vol. X". Before we end we talk about their recent music videos. Be sure to follow False Cape and check out "Tears On My Blunt Vol. X"!!! This episode features the songs "Popeyes Chi...

On this episode I sit down with Brett, the host of the Part-Time Rockstar Podcast. We talk about what got him started and the grind he has been on with over 340 episodes. Before we end we talk about the fifth year of the PTRP Fest and what it means to Brett. Be sure to follow the Part-Time Rockstar Podcast!!! You can find Part-Time Rockstar Podcast at the following links: Instagram: https://www.in...

On this episode I sit down with Major League, a pop punk band from New Jersey. I chat with Brian and Nick as we celebrate the 15 year anniversary of "The Truth Is...". We chat about the record, playing a show again, and I find out what's really coming next! Be sure to follow Major League and check out "The Truth Is..."!!! This episode features the songs "The Truth Is..." and "From States Away" fro...

On this episode I sit down with Critterthing, an indie rock band from St Paul, MN. We jump around a lot in this episode but make some stops at their current line up, the new album "Save Room" and what's coming next. Be sure to follow Critterthing and check out "Save Room"!!! This episode features the songs "Save Room" and "Man On Keeper" from the album Save Room. You can find Save Room at the foll...

On this episode I sit down with Nick aka Cacophony Kid, a synth punk artist from Dayton, OH. We talk about their latest LP "Convoluted". Before we end we talk about some cryptids and the "First Drop" EP from Nick's other project called NOSEBLEEDERS!! Be sure to follow Cacophony Kid and check out "Convoluted"!!! This episode features the songs "Freakshow" from the album First Drop and "Invasion On...

On this episode I sit down with Ben from Scarlet Street, an indie rock/emo band from Cincinnati. We talk about their new album "No Alternative", which finds the band taking a departure from their previous sound. Before we end we talk about being a part of the We're Trying Records 10 year show. be sure to follow Scarlet Street and check out "No Alternative"!!! This episode features the songs "HAIL"...

On this episode I sit down with Familiar Ghost, an emo punk band from Philly. We talk about their debut LP "Ghost Familiar", an album that came together with plenty of collaboration. Before we end we talk about what the future holds for them. Be sure to follow Familiar Ghost and check out "Ghost Familiar"!!! This episode features the songs "Tornado Tornado" and "Men At Work Without Hats" from the...

On this episode I sit down with Blackberry Crush, a shoegaze/post grunge band from Denver, CO. We talk about their new EP "My Own Backyard" and what else they have been up to in 2025. Before we end we talk about their upcoming tour and more. Be sure to follow Blackberry Crush and check out "My Own Backyard"!!! This episode features the songs "Botulist" and "With/Without" from the album My Own Back...

On this episode I sit down with Tiny Stupid, an alternative/indie pop band based out of Eugene, OR. The band stopped by on their tour through the Midwest and we spend time talking about their EP "frfr" while also reminiscing about old times together. Be sure to follow Tiny Stupid and check out "frfr"!!! This episode features the songs "weedpen" and "bloodpact" from the album frfr. You can find Tin...

On this episode I welcome back Display Case, a hard rock band from Des Moines, IA. We catch about a bit and talk about the last 2 years since they were on the show. We then dive into their latest single "Heathens". Before we end we talk about finding themselves again. Be sure to follow Display Case and check out "Heathens"!!! This episode features the songs "Hot Club Dance Mix Vol. 7" and "Heathen...

On this episode I welcome back I Think I Need More Sun, an emo band from Marquette, MI. Wee take a bit to catch up before talking about their new album "Beauty Will Fade". Before we end we talk about what' we can hope to see from them in the future. Be sure to follow I Think I Need More Sun and check out "Beauty Will Fade"!!! This episode features the songs "Diary" and "Mint" from the album Beauty...

On this episode I sit down with Sugarcoat, a millennial dad emo band from the Twin Cities. We talk about some band lore before diving into their debut EP "This Is All Normal". Before we end we talk about some of out favorite EPs. Be sure to follow Sugarcoat and check out "This Is All Normal"!!! This episode features the songs "Projected" and "Outside" from the album This Is All Normal. You can fin...

On this episode I sit down with Peony Park, a post-punk band from Minneapolis. We talk about their first year as a band and their recent rebrand. We then dive into their debut LP "From One Ghost To Another". Before we end we talk about them getting to play one of the last Palmer's shows. Be sure to follow Peony Park and check out "From One Ghost To Another"!!! This episode includes the songs "A Go...

On this episode I welcome back LoudFoxCult, an indie rock band from Detroit. We catch up a bit before we dive into their new LP "Im Going To Heal, After You". Before we end we talk about playing Pug Fest and working with Leave It At That Records. Be sure to follow LoudFoxCult and check out "Im Going To Heal, After You"!!! This episode features the songs "Riverbends" and "Bodies" from the album Im...

On this episode I sit down with Mary Jam, a garage punk/surf punk band from Minneapolis. We talk about the history of the band and transitioning from New Orleans to Minneapolis. We then dive into their latest EP "This Is A Joke". Before we end we talk about their love of Mopeds and Beer. be sure to follow Mary Jam and check out "This Is A Joke"!!! This episode features the songs "Mopeds" and "This...

On this episode I sit down with MyHeartYourGlove, an emo band from Cleveland, OH. We talk about their debut LP '"No Maps For This Distance". Before we get to stories we talk about the use of sound clips and how defining they can be. Be sure to follow MyHeartYourGlove and check out "No Maps For This Distance"!!! This episode features the songs "SSJ2 Gohan vs Cell (AMV) [1080p]" and "Pipsqueak" from...

On this episode I sit down with Sentiments, an emo/slowcore band from Manchester, CT. We talk about their debut LP "If This Is What You Want". Before we get to stories we talk about the future of the band. Be sure to follow Sentiment and check out "If This Is What You Want"!!! This episode features the songs "Jinx" and "Sulk" from the album If This Is What You Want. You can find Sentiments at the...

On this episode I sit down with We're Trying Records, a DIT label currently based in California. As we celebrate the labels 10 year anniversary Jordan and I talk all things WTR, as well Sad Jams and Gluten Free Records. Be sure to follow We're Trying Records and keep an eye out for all future releases!!! You can find We're Trying Records at the following links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...