Beers With Bands

On this weeks episode I sit down with Easy Beach, an indie rock band from Detroit, Michigan. We start out talking about coming back from their hiatus and what is behind this new resurgence. Before we get to their latest single, we do a small break down of their discography and the transition into this new in the moment sound that they are doing. Speaking of new single, they recently released "Dual...

On this weeks episode I sit down with New Junk City, a punk band from Atlanta. We dive right into their new record "Beg A Promise", a jam packed record full of solid punk tunes. We also talk about their album release show and how they were able to add to the record in that way. Before we get to stories we talk about their time playing The Fest, both as a spectator and as a band. Be sure to check o...

On this weeks episode I sit down with OKnice, an indie rapper from the Twin Cities. We start out talking about the busy year he has had with releasing "Have You Tried Being Happy" and the single "The Low Road", and how it leads into his new EP. Speaking of new EPs we dive into "The Sun Can't Fix It", a 7 song EP that sees OKnice change up his rap style paired up with beats from Mikal Jones. A 10/1...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Mike aka Hotel Etiquette, a solo punk artist from Buffalo, New York. We talk about the start of Hotel Etiquette and how it went from a covid outlet to a new passion project. We also dive into responses that he received from the initial EP "Sex Questions" and the follow up LP "Ex Questions". Both of which are solid releases but you can also see the slight trans...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Ikana, a mix genre band from San Diego. We start out talking about their debut full length "Subtle Worth" which came out in in February. This is an album that showcases the multitude of what this band can do, from pop punk to emo to metal core. We talk about responses they have gotten, break down a couple music videos, and what the year has been like for them...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Rational Anthem, a punk rock/pop punk band from Iowa City. While back home on vacation I met up with my friends in Rational Anthem and just kind of vibed out while watching various live performances. We go over quite a bit in this episode from starting out, new members, and new music. We also go over some go to food spots and playing The Fest. This episode is...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Stay Lost, a metalcore/hardcore band from Birmingham, Alabama. We start out talking about their first EP "Smoke Signals", which came out last year. We go over responses and the idea behind it. Next we dive into their latest single "Fraudulent", which sees the band take a step into a heavier directions. This is honestly a banger of a track that you don't want t...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Ryan from Goalkeeper, a pop punk band from the Philly area.  We jump right into their debut full length "I Wish I Met You Sooner". This is such a solid pop punk record that had me feeling very nostalgic in the best ways. We go over where this album started and how it go to this final point. We also break down some scenes from their music video for "Car Wreck"....

On this weeks episode I sit down with Superdestroyer, an anonymous mixed-genre artist from Ohio. We start out talking about the start of this project and how he is able to get his ideas from pen to paper. We then dive into Superdestroyer's latest release "Goon", a spacey grunge album that mixes elements of grunge, post-hardcore, emo, and more. This is definitely a ride through the galaxy that you...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Seaholm, a punk/midwest emo band from Michigan. We dive right into their latest full length "Its Raining Outside" which came out in July. This is one of my favorite releases this year, its mix of the upbeat instrumentals that are masking these deep lyrics just take it to another level. We go over everything from the responses that they have been getting to bre...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Dr. Feelokay, an emo/punk band from Philly. We start out talking about how the band formed and got to where they are currently. We then dive into their brand new full length "Nothing Ever Ends", a great mix of fast punk with deep meaningful lyrics. We talk about the recording process, favorite songs, and some music videos ideas that we will see. One fun thing...

On this weeks episode I sit down with NATL PARK SRVC, an indie pop group from Minneapolis. We start out talking about their journey from to their latest release "EP4". If you are looking for an EP that has an upbeat dancy vibe that includes horns and strings then look no further! NPS is doing things that most groups don't do and they are fully killing it. We cover all things "EP4" from the changes...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Alex aka Birthday Dad, a solo emo pop artist from California. We start out talking about what lead Alex into this solo path. We then dive into his debut album "The Hermit", which is a great mend of two worlds. You get hooked and drawn in with the synth/pop instrumentals and then get hit with these emotional lyrics that are laid out. Overall it is an amazing al...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Bad Year, a punk rock band from Milwaukee. We start out talking about how the band formed, dealing with trying to record an EP during the pandemic, and their most recent singles. We talk about "Paranoid Failure" and "The End" which came out towards the end of 2021. We do talk about some of the exciting things that are on the horizon for them, from signing with...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Ben Quad, a emo/butt rock band from Oklahoma. Before we dive into their new record we talk about how the band formed, their early splits, and their journey to 2022. Speaking of new record we talk all about "Im Scared That's All There Is", which is their debut record! "Im Scared That's All There Is" is such a quitessential representation of fifth wave emo album...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Charlie from Floor Space, a punk rock band from Allentown, PA. We start out talking about the forming of the band and what's been going on in the five years leading up to their latest release. We then dive into their newest album "Nothing Makes Sense", from sounds clips used to songs the process behind recording. I felt something very nostalgic feeling while l...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Unturned, a pop punk band from Minneapolis. We start out talking about some of their early shows in their career, quick shoutout to their parents for taking them around the Twin Cities to all of the house venues. We then dive right into their debut LP "Dreams Of Being On Television". This is such a summer record and it hits so well. In my opinion its as if you...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Ian aka The City View, a synthy solo project from New Hampshire. We start out talking what got Ian into this lane of music. We then dive into his full length that came out last year called "Rain For The Ready", a great album that showcases what Ian can do. While being synthy their are good underlying tones of emo throughout. We then go over his latest singles...

On this weeks episode I sit down with America Part Two, a rock band from New Jersey. We start out talking about how the band formed and got to where they are now. I was able to catch them in between their two summer tours that are promoting their new EP "AP2-niverse". "AP2-niverse" is a jam packed EP that truly does not feel like just five songs. We chat all about the EP, from the recording proces...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Careful Gaze, a post-hardcore band from Minneapolis. We start out talking about how the band from, from starting in Iowa to transitioning/rebranding in Minneapolis. We then dive in to their latest release "Wrath Like Flowers Upon My Brow", a collection of 11 songs that are just packed with not just emotion but technicality as well. Its hard to put into words h...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Glory Days, a punk/alternative rock band from Chicago. We start out talking about how the band formed and landing with the solid up that they have now. We also dive into their latest release "Well Enough", a solid punk rock jam that you really can't help but sing along to. We also talk about what we can expect coming up from these dudes. This was a fun episode...

On this weeks episode I sit down with overtheweather, a yinzercore/emo band from Pittsburgh. We start out talking about how they formed and what's lead up to this point in 2022. We dive into their latest EP "Party Socks", which is an amazing EP packed with so many elements that it feels more like a full length. We also talk about the music video they did for the song "Party Socks", from which hits...

On this weeks episode I sit down with my new friends over at the Your Band Is Garbage Podcast, Jacob and Robin. Like the title mentions this is Part 2, you can catch Part 1 over on their channel so be sure to go check it out and then head back over here. We talk about what makes YBIG their own and what kind of vibes you can expect. We do go down some rabbit holes but it was an all around great tim...

On this weeks episode I sit down with Emily aka How I Became Invisible, a trans punk space emo project from Philly. We start out talking what lead Emily to start this project and the path that she has taken to get to this point. We skim over her giant collection of music before coming to her latest release "Another Ceiling". "Another Ceiling" is packed with different genres and sounds that really...

One this weeks episode I sit down with Driving Underwater, a whatevercore band from New Jersey. We start out talking about how the band formed and getting to this solid trio that they have. We dive right into their new material starting with "Angry", from the start you get hooked with the driving guitar then you get hit with these powerful lyrics and then you get this dramatic finish *chefs kiss*....