Beers With Bands

On this episode I sit down with Ryan from the Fresh Finds Podcast, a how about discovering new music with good people. We talk about the initial days of Fresh Finds and the journey that Ryan has taken over the years. From taking it on the road to Jorts Fest to releasing a Butt Rock Compilation. We also dive into Ryan's sophomore EP "Changes", and some producer credits that he has racked up. Be sur...

On this episode I welcome back Limp Wizurdz, an emo/pop punk band from Oklahoma City, OK. We talk a bit about what life has been like since the release of "Vile", which came out January 2023. We then dive into their latest EP "Prudence", which seems the group take a more emo/angst turn. As we pepper in some more great stories we also talk about what we might be able to see from them later this yea...

On this episode I sit down with Sydney and Alex from Little Known Tracks, a music centered podcast from Philly. We talk all about LKT, from how the two came together to where they plan on going from here. We also talk about their cookbook that they released. Be sure to follow Little Known Tracks and tune in to their episodes every Monday!! Also be sure to check out Part 2 over on their page!!You c...

On this episode I sit down with Unattractive Giant Monster, a genre bending band from Minneapolis. We talk about how they got together. Then we dive into their debut LP "Jazz?", an album that shows what it's like to mix 80s nostalgia with I Think You Should Leave. As we interweave stories we also talk about some upcoming shows that they have going on. Be sure to follow Unattractive Giant Monster a...

On this episode I sit down with Endswell, an emo/post-hardcore band from Madison, WI. We talk about how the five of them get together. We also dive into their debut EP "Keepsake", which is another very anticipated release coming out of Wisconsin. As we hear some wild stories throughout we also talk about the big this ahead for them. Be sure to follow Endswell and check out "Keepsake"!!! This episo...

On this episode I sit down with Here/Now, a post-hardcore band from Philly. We talk about their most recent single "Stayed Dead" and their soon to be released single "Creature". I also pick their brain on the new "release model" for bands and the decision to release singles along the way. We also talk about some venues in Philly to check out and I bring back the infamous question "Sheets vs Wawa"....

On this episode I sit down with Sunday Morning, an alt rock/hardcore infused pop punk band from New Haven, CT. We talk a bit about the early days of the band and their split they did with fellow homies What Makes Sense. We then dive into their sophomore EP "Forget Me Nots". We also talk about their upcoming run of shows and where you can find them. Be sure to follow Sunday Morning and check out "F...

On this episode I sit down with MooseCreek Park, an emo band from Long Island, NY. We talk about their debut LP "Hope This Clears Things Up" and the transition to their sophomore EP "Copy, Paste.". We also talk about the state of the emo scene in Long Island. Before we end we talk about stories we talk about their plans for the summer which include playing this years PUG Fest. Be sure to follow Mo...

On this episode I sit down with King Pink, an emo/post-hardcore band from Oklahoma City. We start out talking about the early stages of King Pink. We then dive into their sophomore EP "Timelines" and what it took to get to the end result. Before we get to stories we talk about the emo scene in Oklahoma and how it's been growing. Be sure to follow King Pink and check out "Timelines"!!! This episode...

On this episode I sit down with Farseek, an emo/alt-country band from Georgia. We talk about their new album "Who Can Start The Fires?", from the reimagined songs to the new ones. We also talk about the inspirations behind the various album artwork that has been created to go along with the releases. Before we get to stories we talk about their music video for "Pride" and what we can hope to see i...

On this episode I sit down with Thom from Damper, and twinkly emo/alt rock band from San Francisco. We talk a little about early Damper before getting into their latest release "German Shepherd / Pisces Moonlight". Two very dynamic songs that work well together. Before we end we talk about the lathe cuts that they are doing and the future of the band. Be sure to follow Damper and check out "German...

On this weeks episode I sit down with On The Cinder, a punk rock band from Buffalo, NY. We start out talking about being a band for 11 years. Then we dive into their new LP "Heavy Handed". Before we get to stories we talk about the future and what we can hope to see from them. Be sure to follow On The Cinder and check out "Heavy Handed"!!! This episode features the songs "Coping" and "Stasis" from...

On this episode I sit down with Northern Weather, an emo/punk band from Ohio. We talk about everything leading up to their new LP "Uninspired Pop Songs". We also talk about the newest addition to round out the band. Before we get to stories we talk about their updated writing style and what we can see in the future. Be sure to follow Northern Weather and check out "Uninspired Pop Songs"!!! This ep...

On this episode I sit down with Morgan Cole Brown, a singer/songwriter from New York. We start out talking about what lead Morgan to his solo career before diving into his debut LP "Watching Your Friends Get Famous". With that we break down some lyrics and talk about the music videos that are apart of this album. Before we get to stories we talk about what Morgan plans to do next and where he want...

On this episode I sit down with The Sinner & The Saint, an emo/pop band from Green Bay, WI. We talk about their lead up to their new album that will be out in the early summer. We also talk about their collaboration with the Real Estate Historical Society. Before we get to stories we talk about the future and what we can hope to see from them. Be sure to follow The Sinner & The Saint and b...

On this episode I sit down with Garden Home, a screamo/post-hardcore band from Milwaukee, WI. We dive right into their debut LP "Garden Home", from early singles and signing to Thumbs Up Records to its final form. We also talk about some key moments in certain songs and the story behind them. Before we get to stories we talk about hitting the road for Gnargaritaville and Fuaxchella. Be sure to fol...

On this episode I sit down with Red Sun, an emo/fifth wave emo band from Norman, OK. We talk about the early stages of the band leading up to their busy 2024. We then dive into their debut EP "Best Buds", before talking about playing GnarGaritaville and Fuaxchella VII. Before we get to stories we talk about the future and what we can hope to see from them. Be sure to follow Red Sun and check out "...

On this episode I sit down with Lizzie from Teens In Trouble, a punk/dream pop band from Raleigh, NC. We start out talk about their split that came out this past November with Desert Mambas. Then we dive into their debut LP "What's Mine", from music videos to bringing the songs together. Before we get to stories we talk about the future and their vinyl release for this album. Be sure to follow Tee...

On this episode I sit down with Stay Inside, a post-hardcore/emo band from Brooklyn, NY. We dive right into their latest LP "Ferried Away", which was one of my most anticipated releases for this year. We talk about different details from sounds used to the addition of the horns. Before we get to stories we talk about the upcoming tour and what's coming next. Be sure to follow Stay Inside and check...

On this episode I sit down with Swear Jar, a hardcore punk band from Vancouver, BC. We talk a bit about the formation of the band and the line up change between their EPs "Swear Jar" and "Swear Jar II". With it being the anniversary of "Swear Jar II" we make sure to hit all the point about it. Before we end we talk about what the future looks like for them. Be sure to follow Swear Jar and check ou...

On this episode I sit down with Regal Cheer, an indie punk duo from Brighton, UK. We talk about how they got together and the journey to their new EP "Big Man Little Man Strike Partnership". Before we get to stories we talk about the Football(soccer) scene in the UK and their ongoing tradition that they have while touring. Be sure to follow Regal Cheer and check out "Big Man Little Man Strike Part...

On this episode I sit down with Chance from Kerosene Heights, an emo band from Asheville, NC. It's been a little over a year since I had Justing from KH on the show. This time around Chance and I talk about what's happened since then, mainly talking about their debut LP "Southeast of Somewhere". Before we get to stories we talk about what Kerosene Heights has planned for this year. Be sure to foll...

On this episode I sit down with Brady aka Thumbs Up Records, an independent record label based out of Milwaukee, WI. We talk about the early days of the label and the moment he felt he was doing something right. We also talk about the growth of the Riff Mafia over the past few years. Before we get to stories we hint at the future of the label and some upcoming releases. Be sure to follow Thumbs Up...

On this episode I sit down with Relate., a post-pop punk band from Denver. We talk about going from originally being a solo acoustic act to a full band. We then dive into their latest singles "Linger" and "Sludge", which are part of their upcoming EP called Attachments coming later this spring! Before we get to stories we talk about their upcoming tour. Be sure to follow Relate. and check out "Slu...

On this episode I sit down with In Lieu Of Roses, an indie rock band from Philly. We talk about starting out, their first EP "Please Send", and the shift leading into their sophomore EP "For Eternity". Before we get to stories we talk about the Philly scene and what we can hope to see from ILOR in the future. Be sure to follow In Lieu Of Roses and check out "For Eternity"!!! This episode features...