Caffeinated Mammal Compilation Podcast

Hickory, NC metalcore band Suppressor talks about their upcoming EP, influences (but mostly one particular pop punk band), playing shows, and perform their song “Scarred to Live.”

Garage folk band The Menders get extra DIY while they talk about death, deconstruction, philosophy, and perform their song "Scared of the Dark."

Charlotte, NC angsty alt rock band My Blue Hope talks about their new album, AI, FMK, and perform their song "All the World."

Singer-songwriter Steven Massey talks about the plight of being a musician, unapologetic songwriting, pros and cons of open mics, and performs his song "Bury Me."

Morganton, NC rock n' roll band The Bleach Boys talk about starting as a cover band, household products, movies featuring pro wrestlers, and perform their songs "Romeo Sideways" and "Aerosol."

Statesville, NC singer-songwriter Isaac Hickerson has a deep and personal conversation about mental health that touches on some pretty heavy topics and performs his song "White Lies."

Charlotte, NC emo band Leaving for Arizona talks about van troubles, Labubu lore, what it's like to have famous band members, and perform their song "From Viewers Like You."

Sad Dad Rock band Feel Something talks about shared songwriting, judging band members based on their gear, unknowingly crossing paths 25 years ago, and they perform their song "So Nervous."

Small town cowpunk band Come In, Travis! talks about movies I've never seen, wrestling, alter egos, and perform their song "5'10""

Drew Montgomery from SC indie band Kick. Snare. Crash. talks about creativity vs corporate life, a pretty cool guitar story, our mutual friend Matthew Schwartz (Pacifico/Pacifirecords), and performs his song "Art Department Parties."