Beers With Bands

Welcome back to another episode of BWB! On this episode I virtually journey out of the Midwest and sit down with Portland's own Old Cross. We talk about how the trio got together, go over their latest release "Daggers", and tell some fun stories along the way. "Daggers" is their sophomore LP and they have definitely found their sound on this one. Perfect for any fan of early 2000's punk!! This is...

We're Back for another episode of Beers With Michael and Im coming through with 2 solid artists! I start out talking about my love for Crucial Dudes. I go over why I dig them so much and what might be on the horizon for them that I have gathered through my investigations. For sure keep your eyes peeled and check out their bandcamp. On the other half of the episode I talk about a rap artist from Du...

On this episode I sit down with Psychodelic, a death metal/metal band from Minnesota. We talk about them starting out, what trying to record an EP during a pandemic has been like, and we dive into their debut EP titled Enter Entropy. Be prepared, this is a long episode filled with some great stories ranging from first shows to first getting into the music that we enjoy today. I seriously had a gre...

On this episode I sit down with another old friend, Joe Bryant! Joe is a solo acoustic artist from St. Charles, MO. On top of doing his solo stuff he is also in the band Tiny Cactus as runs the record labels Im Fine, Thanks and West Clark Records. We also dive into the beginning of his movie career. So strap on in and grab yourself a cold one or two!!This episode features the songs "Survivor's Gui...

On this very special episode I have one of my long time friends TJ Wilt on with me. We dive into his past bands up to his current band Moonlighting, which he plays bass and provides vocals as well. We also get a sneak peek in to his new wrestling career where he goes by Mason Reaper. It was truly great being able to catch up with TJ, he is truly one of the hardest working dudes I know. Enjoy!! Thi...

Welcome back to another Beers With Michael episode. On this episode I talk about my love for Such Gold. I talk about about the last time I saw them and what albums of theirs that I will never get tired of. I also talk about California's own Swing Away! I go over finding them and where I hope to see them one day. This episode features the songs "Sycamore" by Such Gold and "Getting Home" & "Ther...

In the downtown between band episodes I will be doing mini-episodes where I talk about two bands, one that I grew up listening to and very much enjoy and one that I have recently started listening to and I fell everyone should know about. On this first episode I am talking about Pennsylvania's own You, Me, And Everyone We Know and Minnesota's own Gully Boys. These episodes are a work in progress....

On this weeks episode I sit down with Drew aka Tigerdriver. We talk about starting out,  from producing to rapping, and some wrestling. We also dive into his current albums plus we discuss his new soon to be released album "Super Tigerdriver Advance"! You can find all of Tigerdriver's songs on all streaming sites. This song features the single "Baja Blast" as well as the song "Advance" of his new...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Ames/Des Moines natives Redcoat. We talk about starting out, finding their sound, and what they have in store for the future. We also talk about the long wait leading up to their first release. Be sure to check out their debut EP "Cold Open" on all streaming platforms!! This episode features the songs "Hiding" and "Dissipate" from their debut EP!!

On this very special episode I sit down some of my friends in Charlie Siren. We talk about some member changes, stories from the road, and the first time they had moonshine.  R.I.P to Charlie Siren You can still check out all their music on charliesiren.bandcamp.com This episode also features the songs "The Fabulist" and "Whiskey 3:16"

On this episode I virtually sit down with Chicago's own The Glow Ups. We talk about how they started out, what their home scene is like, and some stories from the road. We also talk about the struggles of releasing a new album in the midst of Covid-19. Be sure to go check out their album "Take Your Tapas Off" on all streaming sites!!This episode features the songs "R.I.P" and "MPLS" off of their d...

On this episode I sit virtually sit down with Tiger Torres. Tiger is a rap/hip-hop artist from Iowa City. We talk about how he is holding up during quarantine, what being in the Iowa City scene means to him, and we dive into his debut ep "Born Apathy". This episode features the songs "Dos Luego" and "Origami" off of Born Apathy. You can find Born Apathy on all streaming sites!!

On this round of Zoom Session's I sit down with Minnesota's very own Marmalade. We talk about what they might be cooking up for the future and who influences them to get their unique sound. Be sure to check them out because once shows open back up these folks are taking off!! This episode features the songs "Hollow Head" and "Gross". You can find their music on all streaming platforms!!

On this episode Brian from Exit, Emergency and Eugene Levy is back on the first of our Skype With Bands sessions! We talk about how he is coping with Covid and what Eugene Levy is up to in the mean time. Stay tuned til the end to catch a surprise guest(s)!! This episode features the songs "From The Grave" by Exit, Emergency and "Disquiet" by Say Days Ago

On this episode I sit down with Iowa City's Cowpoke. We dive in to how they met, basis for the band, as well as some high-lights in their lives. We also discuss their upcoming EP which you can see later this year! Crack open a hard seltzer, kick back, and enjoy the episode! This episode also features the songs "Springsteen" and "Space Cowboy" off their debut EP!

On this episode I sit down with The Slow Retreat. We talk starting out together, some differences between the old scene and the new, and what the song "Fences" is really about. So pull up a chair and grab a beer because its Miller Time!! This episode also features the songs "Higgs Boson" and "Roll The Dice" off of their EP titled "F!"

On this episode I sit down with the dynamic duo that is Dog Dave. We go over how they met, Mission Creek, and what goes on at the Beta Cuck House. Be sure to catch them at a show in the upcoming future! Stay tuned until the end to catch a sneak peak of their upcoming EP!!!

On this weeks episode I make the trek to Lincoln, Nebraska to hang out with the bois in Guilt Vacation. We talk about starting out, tour tips, and we figure out who Tim is. We also take a look in to the future and what we can expect from Guilt Vacation. Be sure to stick around for an exclusive track from their upcoming EP!!

On this weeks episode I talk with Charlie of Good Morning Midnight. We talk about his current releases, what influences him, as well as what the next decade has in store for Good Morning Midnight. 

On this weeks episode we catch up with the guys in TV Cop and Matt Prince. We see what their bands have been up to as well as what is on the horizon. Briefly cover a possible The Morning Exit reunion, stir up some possible controversies, and end up with 6 guests by the end of the episode!!!

On this episode we sit down with Elly Hofmaier of Iowa City's own Penny Peach. We discuss her latest release "Bangz" as well as what is on the horizon for Penny Peach. So pull up your chair, grab your bagel and a coffee, and take a listen!

Brians back! We go over where he has been and what his band Eugene Levy has been up to, as well as what is in their future. We also take a glance at the future of Beers With Bands...

This week we sit down with Ottumwa's own TV Cop. We dive into what makes this trio who they are. We take a glance at conspiracies, Nascar, and Nickelback. Boogitity, boogitity, boogitity, lets go racing!!

On this weeks episode we sit down with Iowa City's own Megababes. We go over how they formed, who is part of the Mercy Gang, and get around to a quick rig rundown. Catch their Halloween House Show live at The Cantina on 11/2, be sure to keep out for the details in the episode!!

This weeks episode features Jayce Nguyen, we find out how she got her start and the slight bump in the road that she is experiencing. We also dive into her latest publication, Strawberry Daze. Be sure to get your hands on a copy either at a show or from her directly! Stay tuned til the end to hear an original song from Jayce that is definitely not called Minnesota!! Any donations can be sent to Ja...