Beers With Bands

This weeks episode I sit down with The MFA, a punk band from Portland, OR. We talk about their latest release "Death Ska", what's to come, and what has lead up to this point. We also go over some crazy stories from their time as a band, you will definitely want to listen to this one. Be sure to go listen to Death Ska and keep an eye out for what these dudes have coming in the future!

This episode features the songs "Death Ska" and "The Land Of Enchantment" from the album Death Ska.

You can find MFA music on all streaming sites and here: motherfuckersoftheapocalypse.bandcamp.com

On this weeks episode I "travel" up to Canada and sit down with Ontario's own Arm's Length. We talk about starting out, their first release, and how it is to be the "new kids" in their scene. We also dive into their sophomore release titled "Everything Nice", from influences in the sound to ideas for their latest music videos. We also talk about out mutual love for Counterparts so that's pretty dope. If you haven't checked these dudes out you definitely need to. Everything Nice is a solid release and people will be realizing that very quick. 

This episode features the songs "Garamond" and "No Sleep" off of the album Everything Nice.

You can find all of Arm's Length music on all streaming sites and you can find merch here: armslengthontario.bandcamp.com and armslengthmerch.com

You can find Beers With Band merch here: beerswithbands.bandcamp.com

Welcome back to another episode of Beers With Michael and Im back two more solid bands! Like holy!! I start out talking about my love for Counterparts, specifically their album "The Difference Between Hell In Home". I go over what got me into them and why I think you all should love that album. On the other half of the episode I talk about Minnesota's own Niiice. I briefly go over their latest release and talk about some songs you should definitely check out.

You can find all Counterparts and Niiice songs on all streaming platforms!

This episode features the songs "Witness" by Counterparts and "Free Earl" by Niiice.

On this weeks episode I sit down with Alec McVey of Crucial Dudes. We talk about the life and times of the band from its start, its end, and its ultimate revival. We also discuss the idea behind putting out A Piff In Time as well as the 10 year anniversary of their LP "61 Penn". This is a band that has always been very high on my list and I was very stoked to be able to have this conversation with Alec. Along with talking about 61 Penn we also get to hear some fun stories about a band that at the core not many people know about since they broke up as they were rising to their peak. This is a fun episode and I hope you all enjoy it. Im very stoked to see them be active and definitely ready to see what they have up their sleeves for when Covid is under control. So pull up a chair, grab a beer, and take a listen!!!

This episode features the songs "Give 'Em The Howard" off of 61 Penn, and "Shitty Wizard" off of A Piff In Time. You can find this these songs, along with their whole discography on all streaming sites or here: crucialdudes.bandcamp.com

You can find Beers With Bands merch here: beerswithbands.bandcamp.com

On this episode I sit down with Vancouver, Washington's own Second Player Score. We talk about about the way covid is affect them as a band, their upcoming EP "Four-D: The Winter Suite", as well as diving into everything this band has their toes in. From comic books to home brews to Twitch to novels these guys do it all. We even find time at the end to talk about some fun show stories since the start of the band. Second Player Score also runs their own podcast called Second Player Speaks which you can find on all streaming sites as well as their current releases. This was a great time chatting with these guys and I hope you all are ready to for their new EP!!!

This episode features the songs "Winner Takes It All" and "That Escalated Quickly" from the album Four-D: The Winter Suite, available everywhere February 4th!!

You can find everything Second Player Score here: www.secondplayerscore.com and their music here: secondplayerscore.bandcamp.com

You can find Beers With Bands merch here: beerswithbands.bandcamp.com

Starting the new year off right and definitely stoked it could be with these dudes. Weathered is an emo/alt-rock band based out of Minnesota. We talk about the forming of the band, their latest release, and the difficulties of being relevant in the times when social media is king. We also dive into some stories from the road that are definitely worth the listen. As I said we talk about their sophomore release "Everything All At Once", which in my opinion is a solid album that I wish I had found sooner. This is one to not sleep on at all! I'm excited to see what the future has for these dudes for sure. You can find their music on all streaming platforms and at the links below! 

This episode features the songs "Dark Joy" and "Mach 7" from the album Everything All At Once.

You can find Weathered's music here: orcd.co/wthrd or here: weatheredband.com

Welcome back to another episode of BWB! On this episode I virtually journey out of the Midwest and sit down with Portland's own Old Cross. We talk about how the trio got together, go over their latest release "Daggers", and tell some fun stories along the way. "Daggers" is their sophomore LP and they have definitely found their sound on this one. Perfect for any fan of early 2000's punk!! This is another long one but you will be entertained the whole time. You can find "Daggers" as well as their first EP "Old Cross" on all streaming sites. So grab your jean jacket, some allergy meds, and a couple PBRs and enjoy the ride!!

This episode features the songs "Rotting" and "Hangman" from the album Daggers.

You can find Old Cross music here: oldcross.bandcamp.com and music videos here oldcrossband.com

As always you can find Beers With Bands Merch here: beerswithbands.bandcamp.com

We're Back for another episode of Beers With Michael and Im coming through with 2 solid artists! I start out talking about my love for Crucial Dudes. I go over why I dig them so much and what might be on the horizon for them that I have gathered through my investigations. For sure keep your eyes peeled and check out their bandcamp. On the other half of the episode I talk about a rap artist from Durham, North Carolina called G Yamazawa. I talk about how his one-take music videos drew me in and a key song to get you hooked. You can find all Crucial Dudes and G Yamazawa's music on all streaming sites as well as the links below!!

This episode features the songs "Give'Em The Howard' and "Boom, Roasted" by Crucial Dudes.

You can find Crucial Dudes music here: crucialdudes.bandcamp.com

You can find G Yamazawa's music here:  gyamazawa.com and music videos here: www.youtube.com/user/gyamazawa

On this episode I sit down with Psychodelic, a death metal/metal band from Minnesota. We talk about them starting out, what trying to record an EP during a pandemic has been like, and we dive into their debut EP titled Enter Entropy. Be prepared, this is a long episode filled with some great stories ranging from first shows to first getting into the music that we enjoy today. I seriously had a great time hanging with these dudes so for sure give their music a spin!!

This episode features the songs "Hallucinogen" and "Cephalic Carnage" from the new album Enter Entropy!! You can find all of their music on all streaming platforms or by going here psychodelic1.bandcamp.com!!!