Beers With Bands

On this weeks episode I sit down with Ordinary People, a mix-influence rock band from North Jersey. We start out talking about how the four of them came together to start Ordinary People and where they get their influences from, which really shine through in the music. We then dive into their releases from their debut LP " The Sun & Moon Conspiracy" to their live album, and then to their lates...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Braden aka Saint Judas, a solo artist with a midwest emo/pop punk vibe. We start out talking about how Braden got started playing music and what led to the formation of Saint Judas. We then dive into his latest release with "A Terrible Year" which comes from the mental state he was in while going through a rough year. Something most of us can relate to. "A Ter...

Hi and welcome back to the Beers With Band podcast! On this first episode of 2022 I sit down with John from Gnawing, a fuzz band from Richmond, VA. We start out talking about the forming of the band, from starting as a solo project to recruiting and becoming a three piece. We then dive into their releases of 2021 with "You Freak Me Out" their first LP. Now for people looking for a twangy rock insp...

On this final episode of the year I sit down with Loss Leader, a punk-rock band from Minneapolis. We start out talking about the formation of the band, from an idea to jam to finding the right members. We also dive into their latest full length "True North" and the journey they have taken to finally putting it out. We also get to some crazy stories towards the end. "True North" is such a solid pun...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Jordan Carr, a signer/songwriter from the Twin Cities and his boys which are comprised of his close friends who help him achieve his rock & roll sound. We start off talk about how Jordan started his solo career to reaching out and forming a full line up of members. We then dive into his most recent EP "Rail Vodka", which for only being 3 songs it comes at...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Bryan from In A Daydream, an emo art-rock band from the metro Detroit area. We start out talking about the formation of the band, from the creation of the name to getting to the line up they have today. We also talk about the long process that Bryan went through to finally get this debut album out. Bryan and I dive into their new album "This Side Of Purgatory"...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Mike Chiarappa, a solo artist who goes by the name Range Life. Range Life has an indie/alternative mixed with lofi vibes that come across so well. We talk about what got Mike started in music, and how it led to the formation of these new songs. We dive in to his debut LP "When It All Gets Old", from the recording process to some deeper meanings to what you can...

On this weeks episode I sit down with All Systems Go, a pop punk band from New Jersey. We start out talking about how the band formed and the journey that got them to this line up. Before we dive into their latest singles we talk about their recent time in the studio, from who they worked with, to just their overall experience. As I mentioned we dive into their their two singles "No One Does Homec...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Sam Koester. Sam is the drummer for a metal band called Heavyweight from Iowa and he is also the man behind River City Collective, a promotional company that he runs. We talk what got him into music and playing instruments, then his journey into booking shows. We also talk about the moment he realized to turn it from a hobby to more of a job, and we cover some...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Dan Asio a solo artist from the Chicagoland area. We talk about his journey into playing music, the process behind recording this new EP called “Still Jaded”, and what they mean to him. This is a fun and groovy EP that takes me back to seeing some amazing bands in Iowa City. Dan also co-hosts a podcast called The Underbelly Hours which features various bands f...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Kelly Barber a solo artist from New Jersey that goes by the name of Wave Break. Wave Break is a pop punk/alternative rock band. We talk about Kelly getting into music, the highs and lows of her journey, and the birth of Wave Break. We also dive into her newest album "Puzzle Pieces", from the angstier sound to working with an idol on a song. Puzzle Pieces is a...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Almost Gone, a pop punk band from Richmond, VA. We talk about the forming of the band, their latest singles, and what its like in the Richmond scene. We also talk about the struggles they have had finding a place to practice and the fun they have had on that journey. We round off the episode hearing some good stories from their crazy nights out, including how...

On this weeks episode I sit down with my friends in Say Days Ago, a post hardcore band from San Diego. We talk about the forming of the band, transitioning from doing covers to their own material, and what they have been up to during lockdown. We also discuss their new EP "Cloaked Eyes", which will be released in 4 different parts. It will also be released with visual and story aspects in the form...

On this weeks episode I sit down with the band Past Life, a joy rock band from Philadelphia. We talk about the forming of the band, their early releases, and the singles leading up to their new album. We also talk about working on their music videos for "Cardiac" and "Two Wolves". Before we get to the crazy stories that they have to tell we talk about their newest album Window Shopping Economics w...

On this weeks episode I sit down with two of the members of Salt Creek, an alternative rock band from Lincoln, Nebraska. We talk about the forming of the band, taking time off during the pandemic, and the big year they have had so far in 2021. Salt Creek released a small EP in May to celebrate their signing with Tooth & Nail Records. They are also releasing a new full length on 10/15 called Ou...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Doppelganger, an instrumental/prog rock band from the Quad Cities. We talk about the start of the band, and transitioning to the instrumental format. We also talk about their current music that they have out, their latest song "I Was God Once", and what we can expect from them in the future. Lastly we talk about their first shows back in over two years, one wh...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Five Am, a trap punk band from the Quad Cities. We start off talking about how the band started, with Sam shifting it from a solo project to a full band. We also discuss their debut full length "Shallow", working with Kellin Quinn, and their idea about stating a band podcast (they have already started putting out episodes so go check it out!). We also talk abo...

On this weeks episode I sit down with the band Nights Like Thieves, a punk rock band from Southern California. We talk about forming the band, their current releases, and what they were up to during covid. We also talk about their upcoming ep "Better Late Than Never" and what this means for the future of the band. They talk about how their newest producer has helps to define this new sound. NLT al...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Bouquet, an emo/alternative/indie rock band from Iowa. We talk about the forming on the band, the response they have received on their singles so far, and their upcoming debut shows. We also their debut EP "Cardinal, which is out 9/17. We get a little background on the two unreleased songs "Peony" and "Tire Swing", and they talk a little about their recording...

On this weeks episode I sit down with a couple of the members from Wanderer, a math core/false grind band from Minneapolis. We talk about the forming of the band, getting to this line up, and their new LP "Liberation From A Brutalist Existence". We also talk about their their first show back since quarantine and what it means to them to be able to play again. They do hint at a formal album release...

On this weeks episode I sit down with the dudes in Cities Never Sleep, a pop punk band from Minnesota. We start off talking about the starting of the band and the journey to the line up that they currently have. We also dive into their currently released music, what's to come, their love for covers, and the fact that Kokomo fucks. As I mention in the episode I do commend these dudes on their cover...

On this weeks episode I sit down with the homies in Common Choir, a metal core band from Minneapolis. So great having them in the studio and we talk about a lot. We start out talking about the start of the band and transitioning to this new line up. We also discuss their upcoming shows which will fully present the new line up to the world, for those that haven't check out the music video for their...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Innerlove, an emo/indie rock band from Long Island. We talk about starting out, their latest split with American Beauty, and what we can expect from them in the future. We also talk about what its like working with their label Know Hope Records, as well as the joys of getting a good slice of Casey's Pizza. Be sure to stay to tuned til the end of the episode to...

On this episode I sit down with Shark Bait, a pop punk band from the UK. We talk about how they formed, their latest singles, and what is coming next. We also dive into the story behind the infamous "Shark Baitmobile" and we side track about different ways beer is consumed between the US & UK. We do get to hear how excited they are to finally playing their first show back since Covid. Shark Ba...

Welcome back to another episode of the Beers With Bands podcast! On this very special episode I invite my good friends from the Super Burly Bros podcast over to help me celebrate hitting 50 episodes. The Super Burly Bros podcast is run by Aaron Reed and Dustin Reed, they are also partially responsible for setting the spark to start this podcast. We spend this episode doing a taste test through som...