Rock Talk Happy Hour

This episode, as fans, we dedicate to Taylor Hawkins. We discuss bands with singing drummers; bands with drummers who played and sang simultaneously, or bands with drummers who could sing and swapped duties when needed. We also talk some rock and beer news. RIP Taylor. Spotify playlist for Episode 58 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5WWcifAQDWyGR2ZEEzhJTy?si=2c79a43808434a50

This episode, for our St. Patrick's Day topic, we list and discuss drinking songs, and get into the history of St. Patrick's Day. We also drink our 500th beer, sing "Tubthumping," and talk Jimmy Buffett,  all while trying some more craft beers and hard seltzers. Also, Bag Of Donuts! Cheers! *Note: As soon as we finished recording this episode, we did, in fact, head out to see B...

This episode, we rate one movie, rate one book, rate two bags of chips, and rate more craft beers, all while listing and discussing siblings in music. Cheers! P.S. Dave Grohl, please be on our show. Spotify playlist for Episode 56 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0s94LcYZZOMB0XhuiniNvc?si=63280a4eb25a4f02

This episode, we list and discuss couples in music, for a belated Valentine's Day episode/topic! Lots of Dave Grohl related discussion comes up, as we also try some more craft beers for the first time! Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 55 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7y1IJg9WKDfwRrtmdOPB5H?si=bdfcb3ea96b24dd9

This episode, we list and discuss overplayed songs that have appeared in numerous movies, TV shows, and commercials, while trying some craft beers and a special Valentine's Day wine. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 54 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1bGeX7llUdlDeXXItxmv6X?si=fb5695f0b35f4821

This episode, we celebrate Mario's birthday,  as we list and discuss bands/artists who got banned for various reasons. We also rate more craft beers,  and get into discussions about censorship. Cheers! CORRECTION: Early in the episode, I mention that Lita Ford and Joan Jett were not lead vocalists in The Runaways, when in fact they were indeed guitarists AND lead vocalists. This was another b...

This episode, we celebrate Britt's birthday,  as we list and discuss artists/vocalist who went solo after being in a band. We also rate more craft beers,  including the infamous Rojo beer, again! And, for a moment, the episode turns into a segment about Sheri Moon Zombie. Cheers! Mario's metal project, God Of Moons: https://soundcloud.com/god-of-moons Spotify playlist for Episode 52 : ht...

The first episode of 2022, and the first episode after 50! This episode, we discuss bands, artists, and songs that incorporate Space themes, including the Space Rock genre itself, and the Six Degrees of Tom DeLonge? We also drink and rate "leftover" Holiday/Christmas craft beers. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 51 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6W2kttLWBwBYJZbTHCznve?si=d9fdac5...

This episode, we celebrate us hitting episode 50, by once again playing our drinking game, where we try to each name a band, moving down the alphabet, while trying and rating cheap beers, and then ranking them at the end. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 50 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1eIKSwqfg0YfhE0d16wcIM?si=0d1134632dec4d94

This episode, we list and discuss bands named after modes of transportation! We also share our thoughts and opinions on mosh pit/crowd etiquette, in response to the recent news (see link below for article mentioned in show for useful info). And of course, we also try, discuss, and rate some more craft beers, this time, expanding outside of Texas breweries. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 49 :...

This episode, we discuss the music of the 2010's.  What exactly happened in music in the 2010's, specifically rock and metal? Nothing.  Well, we dig in to what DID happen, and we'll let you be the judge. Also, Mario gives apologies to Islla St Brewing and Fred Durst, on previous episode's comments, as well as reviewing Limp Bizkit's new album, Still Sucks (that's the...

This episode, we discuss the music of the 2000's! We talk about the popular and emerging genres on the 2000's,  as well as the popular bands/artists, fashions/styles, Ozzfest, Warped Tour, and more! We also try Dunkin' Donuts beers. Yep, you read that correctly. Dunkin's Donuts collaborated with a brewery to do a Limited Release of 4 different beers, and we try them all and rat...

This episode, we talk "witchy women" and backmasking. This episode was originally to be titled The Occult In Music, but I feel we mainly focused on two subjects. Here, we talk "witchy women," horror movie stuff (we got sidetracked), and the history and practice of backmasking. We also try "Halloween themed" craft beers. Cheers! and HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Spotify playlist fo...

This episode, we discuss the music of the 1990's! We talk about the popular and emerging genres on the 1990's,  as well as the popular bands/artists, and fashion/styles of the 90's per genre: grunge, pop, nu-metal, and more, along with all the nostalgia. Cheers! See Chapter Markers for topics! Spotify playlist for Episode 45 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5AaLkk5kPu9NwhjpgAiCKV...

This episode, we discuss the music of the 1980's! We talk about the popular and emerging rock/metal genres on the 1980's,  as well as the popular bands/artists of the 80's per genre. And... Happy Birthday, Frank! Cheers! See Chapter Markers for genres! Spotify playlist for Episode 44 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4jwvztV0oCjEI6f7MHAmpX?si=8aeff2c7c16c452f

This episode, we discuss the music of the 1970's! We talk about Disco, it's popularity, and it's affect on other genres, as well as the popular bands/artists of the 70's per genre. Early on we discuss some news including the arrival of Yuengling beer in Texas, the release of a new pickle beer, and also say a few words about the late Charlie Watts, the drummer for the Rolling St...

This episode, we list and discuss bands who had more than one vocalist throughout their lifespan, what happened, how it effected the band, and which era of vocalist we prefer. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 42 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1MHegyy6VVdEUIhAhQBehC?si=cd4547128be64ccf

This episode, we discuss musicians who have talents/professional skills outside of music, while drinking and rating more craft beers (of course)! We take some time to wish Kim a Happy Birthday, with it being her Birthday episode! We also give a few words about the musical talent we lost earlier in the week; Joey Jordison (Slipknot, Murderdolls, Scar The Martyr, Vimic, Sinsaneum), Dusty Hill (ZZ To...

This episode, we rant. Well, some of us. We discuss bands that we were once fans of, but then at some point, decided not to follow any longer, for reasons we get into. We also try some more craft beers, half of which were great, and half of which were not so great. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 40 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5a2xDBVV3tyTVubiKtaGnG?si=334757bf95804f91

This episode, we have another list topic! Here, we try and name as many bands named after songs as we can and tell some backstories,  while trying some beers that were not quite there. We also get a bit off topic and start to discuss: a preview to our next episode, with a mention by Mario stating that he has disowned Metallica, Britt's beef with Tom Morello, and more, initiated by Frank, all...

This episode, we have another list topic! We try and name as many bands named after occupations, or bands with occupations in their names, while trying smoothie-style ales. We also get a bit off topic and start to discuss certain genres of music. Why? I don't know. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 38 : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Ea33J3AVzYyEVML7eQh4f?si=22a85f2a0e2b4888

This episode, we play an alphabet oriented drinking game, naming bands with every letter (or trying to at least), while drinking and rating (AND ranking) cheap beers! We also establish what Record Store rules are, learn what Clamato is all about,  and play a scary bonus round. Cheers! *We are all 21+. We do not support or promote underage drinking. Drink responsibly. Spotify playlist for Episode 3...

This episode, we discuss bands that we discovered years into their careers, how we came across them, and what made us fans of theirs. We also answer the question: Do hops grow in Texas? We try some more interesting beers, and get lost in some nostalgia for Circuit City, Best Buy and CDs, Orange Julius, 90s VR, and more! Cheers! San Antonio Express News Article: https://www.expressnews.com/food/bar...

This episode, we try and list as many bands and musicians who are vegetarian and/or vegan, discuss them, and dig a bit into the reasons that made them choose that lifestyle. And, of course, we try some more interesting beers and rate them. Shenanigans included. Cheers! Check out out Spotify playlist for this episode! It's probably the most aggressive playlist we have had so far. Maybe, idk. S...

This episode, we discuss earworms. Not earwigs, earwax, earthworms, wormholes, gummi worms, or tapeworms. Earworms. We talk what causes them, how to cure them, theories about them, and songs that have caused us to get stuck with an earworm. We go thru a few lists from different studies. We also try some more craft beers, hear Frank's thoughts on Mudvayne's reunion, learn of Frank's...