Beers With Bands

On this episode I welcome back Brandt aka Designated Hitter, a bedroom emo/punk band. We catch up a bit before talking about how he started this project. We then dive into "The Overwhelming Feeling (That Something Is out There)". Before we end we talk about where he plans to take this and the possibility of a live show. Be sure to follow Designated Hitter and check out "The Overwhel...

On this episode I sit down with And I, You, a shoe gaze band from Chicago. We talk about how they formed before diving into their debut EP "Red 40". Before we end we talk about their latest run and want to keep the scene building. Be sure to follow And I, You and check out "Red 40"!!! This episode features the songs "The View" and "They've Got Your Gun" from the album Red 40. You can find And I, Y...

On this episode I sit down with Taken Alive, an alternative emo band from New England. We talk about what brought them together despite being states away. We then dive into their debut LP "This World is Exhausting". Before we end we talk about getting their first pressings. Be sure to follow Taken Alive and check out "This World Is Exhausting"!!! This episode features the songs...

On this episode I sit down with Tequila Mockingbird, an emo band from Lansing, MI. We talk about their debut LP "You Always Felt Lost". We also talk about the revival of 'Wonderhoy!" and some heavier motifs. Before we end talk about their album release shows. Be sure to follow Tequila Mockingbird and check out "You Always Felt Lost"!!! This episode features the songs &...

On this episode I sit down with Footballhead, an alt rock band from Chicago. We talk all about their new album "Weight of the Truth", from the new direction to music videos. We also talk about their current run with Ben Quad, Riley!, and Aren't We Amphibians. Be sure to follow Footballhead and check out "Weight of the Truth"!!! This episode features the songs "Diversio...

On this episode I sit down with Walking Blue, an emo band from Orlando, FL. We talk about their transition of sounds and what it's leading to. We also talk about winning Warped Tour's Battle of the Bands, and how it was different than expected. Be sure to follow Walking Blue and check out "In Greyscale"!!! This episode features the songs "Bodies" and "Flowers For N...

On this episode I sit down with Hell of a Life, a shoegaze band from Chicago. We talk about how they started out and their self titled EP that came out in 2024. We then dive into their latest singles "Endless" and "Monument", and where they are going from here. Be sure to follow Hell of a Life and check out "Endless" and "Monument"!!! This episode features t...

On this episode I sit down with Lian aka Tiger Really, a folky emo band from Vancouver. We talk about their singles "Some Kind of Necromancer" and "Death Spiral" and how they are leading up to the new album "Mayfly Daydream". We also talk about their first UK tour which is upcoming. Be sure to follow Tiger Really and check out Mayfly Daydream"!!! This episode fea...

On this episode I sit down with Levan, an alt rock band from Utah and New York. We start out talking about how they came together despite being states away. We then dive into their debut EP "Syntax" while also touching on early singles. Be sure to follow Levan and check out "Syntax"!!! This episode features the songs "Porcelain Rock" and "Potassium". You can...

On this episode I sit down with Marcy's Letter, an emo band from Phoenix, Arizona. We talk about how they formed and their debut single "Shirley Temple". We then jump into their debut EP "So Closely Intertwined". Before we end we talk about their local scene and how they hope to keep it growing. Be sure to follow Marcy's Letter and check out "So Closely Intertwined...

On this episode I sit down with Charolette aka Ciemme (pronounced CM), a singer/songwriter from Minneapolis. We talk about how they started out and Minneapolis scene. We also talk about their EP "Finest Error". Before we end we talk about what 2026 may hold. Be sure to follow Ciemme and check out "Finest Error"!!! You can find Ciemme at the following links: Instagram: https://w...

On this episode I sit down with Daniel from Great Wide Nothing, a prog-punk band from Atlanta. We talk about their album "A Shout Into The Void" and their time in the Atlanta scene. Be sure to follow Great Wide Nothing and check out "A Shout Into The Void"!!! This episode features the songs "Rules of Engagement" and "One Thousand Eyes" from the album A Shout...

On this episode I welcome back Red Sun, an emo band from Oklahoma City. We catch up a bit before we dive into their debut album "At Their Very Best". We also talk about bringing back some original Red Sun songs and what the current Emo Scene means to us. Be sure to follow Red Sun and be sure to check out "At Their Very Best"!!! This episode features the songs "Ruff Ryders&...

On this episode I sit down with Diet Lite, a rock and roll band from Milwaukee, WI. We talk about their new album "Double Wide Yukon", and the changes they have made since their last album. We also talk about a surprise on the vinyl. Be sure to follow Diet Lite and be sure to check out "Double Wide Yukon"!!! This episode features the songs "I Know" and "It's...

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...