The Best Hang Podcast

Recorded in Palm Springs, California. Mike, Max and Shane discuss how food poisoning nearly caused Shane to miss the trip, Max’s encounters with Leonardo DiCaprio and Max Martin at Coachella and other celeb sightings around Los Angeles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Murphy of Sloan (“The Rest of My Life”) tells Mike about influences, signing with Geffen, “Twice Removed,” breaking up, “One Chord to Another,” publishing, his legacy, The Other Man,” Feist, Jason Schwartzman and “Scott Pilgrim vs the World.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

K.Flay (“Blood in the Cut”) tells Mike about headlining versus opening, lyrics, not drinking in college, first performances, working with Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds, Karen O’s influence, fandom, heartbreak, her emotional range and a hangover theory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike, Max and Shane discuss Max's experience with Arkells in Ottawa for the 2017 JUNO Awards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julia Michaels (“Issues”) tells Mike about her upbringing, demos, Lindy Robbins, her assistant sister, the “Austin & Ally” theme, songwriting camps, Justin Bieber’s “Sorry,” keeping “Issues” to herself, confidence, performance anxiety and her future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kimberly Perry and brothers Reid and Neil of The Band Perry (“Stay In The Dark”) tell Mike about playing mornings, “The Tonight Show,” roles in the band, genres, being authentic, producers, supporting each other and looking forward while enjoying moments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike, Max and Shane discuss Coachella plans and the first "Champagne Boy" to have a baby, then answer questions about guest research, Missing Richard Simmons, Dave Chappelle, Mike's cat, Frank Turner, karaoke, Barenaked Ladies, basketball and "Get Out." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nelly Furtado (“I’m Like a Bird,” “Promiscuous”) tells Mike about low-fi aesthetics, finding a location for the "Pipe Dreams” video, meeting St Vincent, balancing business and art, her MoMA PS1 workshop, her plan for “Loose” and enjoying challenges. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike welcomes Glenn from The Bachelor Pod to the show. Mike, Max, Shane and Glenn discuss Nick's decision, Vanessa's personality, if the relationship will last, how Nick compares to other Bachelors and how they'd make an impression on Bachelorette Rachel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan Guldemond of Mother Mother (“The Drugs”) tells Mike about early music experiences, evolving as a performer, weathering storms, his sibling relationship, music theory, birth of the band, co-writes, the role of producer, overindulging and “No Culture.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike and Shane discuss the 89th Academy Awards, Jimmy Kimmel's performance as the Oscars' host and the "Best Picture" controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Chaplin (“Quicksand”) of Keane tells Mike about his sleep patterns, Hogwarts-esque schooling, his youth, Keane's sound and creative process, how therapy inspired "The Wave," insecurities, NME, vulnerability, mental health, and his positive approach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bebe Rexha ("I Got You," "Me, Myself & I") tells Mike about her parents, her first instrument, diverse influences, an obsession with performing, writing, Eminem and "The Monster," Pete Wentz's Black Cards, a break-up and her album "All Your Fault." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nathan Followill and brother Mathew of Kings of Leon ("Sex on Fire," "Notion") tell Mike about basketball, making "WALLS," recycling ideas, collaboration, their catalogue, modern rock, selecting opening acts, work ethic and world tour strategies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The Nut" tells Mike about having fans, his working class background, a similarity to Jonah Hill, believing in his friends, maturing on social media, gives his side of things to confirm or deny Shane's stories and looks to the future of their friendship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke Spiller of The Struts ("Kiss This") tells Mike about growing up in a religious home, his nomadic childhood, label struggles, focusing on North America, replacing members, drugs and alcohol, getting sober, Freddie Mercury and looks to the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Howie Mandel ("America's Got Talent," "Deal Or No Deal") and his son Alex tell Mike about their individual upbringing, talking about mental health openly, personal survival, being in the moment, the popularity of YouTube and ending mental health stigma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kirk Hammett of Metallica ("Enter Sandman," "Nothing Else Matters") tells Mike about playing clubs, ticket requests for hometown gigs, a new process for demos, how anger manifests, being a news junkie, staying in shape, guitarists he reveres and Napster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike, Max and Shane discuss ponchos, Burning Man, Max getting recognized while out with his girlfriend and their chaotic night at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball. Kent Jones ("Don't Mind," "Alright"), Jacob Hoggard, Dave Rosin and Tommy Mac of Hedley ("Kiss You Inside Out, "Perfect"), Jus Reign and Shemar Moore ("Criminal Minds," "The Bounce Back") join the show. Click for video highlights.  For desse...

Miguel Rivas, Emma Hunter and Luke Gordon Field of "The Beaverton" tell Mike about how Donald Trump's win will affect the show, TV development, auditions, their acting and comedy backgrounds, their characters and covering US versus Canadian politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martina Sorbara, Dan Kurtz and Joel Stouffer of Dragonette ("Let It Go," "I Get Around") tell Mike about watching the US election, music reflecting current events, social media, the state of pop music, going on tour, Dan and Martina's breakup and luck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christopher Ward tells Mike about choosing to write "Is This Live?," Second City, "City Limits," MuchMusic's aesthetic, Alannah Myles, interviews with Pete Townshend, George Harrison and Elvis Costello, a bond with Mike Myers and the music industry today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian "DJ NDN" Campeau, Tim "2oolman" Hill and Bear Witness of A Tribe Called Red ("R.E.D.") tell Mike about forming, their process, Tanya Tagaq, Yasiin Bey, representing their culture, Joseph Boyden, Gord Downie, recognizing privilege and their hopes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Roberts ("Them Kids," "Bridge to Nowhere") tells Mike about his life as a father, writing, bringing songs to the band, musical upbringing, struggles, "Brother Down," recording abroad, "TerraForm" themes, The Tragically Hip and looking forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Banks ("Beggin For Thread," "Waiting Game") tells Mike about touring with The Weeknd, life at home, "Stranger Things," collaborations, writing with Jenna Andrews, personal lyrics, "Gemini Feed," social media, inspirations and women in the music industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.