Couch Riffs

By Michael SquiresMusic Music Interviews

Couch Riffs episodes

March 28, 2022 Ep. 216 Lisa Kekaula (The BellRays)
Our guest this episode is the incredible Lisa Kekaula, singer of LA band The BellRays. Lisa has collaborated and toured with MC5, Crystal Method, Basement Jaxx and others. The BellRays will be touring later this year (2022) and you can catch them every Tuesday streaming Rock Show, their 2-piece live performances, on social media. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Lisa is as cool as she is talented!
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2 hr 1 min
March 21, 2022 Ep. 215 Richard Fortus (Guns n' Roses)
Our guest this episode is Richard Fortus of Guns n' Roses, The Psychedelic Furs, Love Spit Love, The Dead Daisies, Thin Lizzy and many others. Richard had a very busy and successful career as a studio musician in NYC before landing the Gn'R job in 2002. Richard is one of the most astounding guitarists you'll find anywhere and is a Swiss Army Knife of styles and techniques. It was an absolute pleasure to host him here and to have this conversation and I hope you enjoy! Check out Richard's new signature model Gretsch guitar on tour with Richard and Gn'R starting in Spring 2022!

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2 hr 2 min
March 14, 2022 Ep. 214 Dick Rossetti (Ball Bag)
Our guest this episode is Seattle legend Dick Rossetti. Dick has led a number of bands in Seattle over the course of 3+ decades and was a high-profile DJ on Seattle alternative radio station KNDD during the heyday of alt-rock. Dick's current band, Ball Bag, has a new album titled Bear vs. Otter and as it turns out, they are seeking a replacement drummer for their soon-to-be-retired drummer. Hit them up if you're in the Seattle area and want a shot!

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1 hr 55 min
March 07, 2022 Ep. 213 Dave Sheldon (Exes For Eyes/Annihilator)
Our guest this episode is another friend from the North, Dave Sheldon of Exes For Eyes and formerly of Annihilator. Dave is a vicious guitarist/bassist and super kind and fun dude. We had a great time talking about his musical history and love for metal, horror, and wrestling. I hope you enjoy!

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https://www.exesforeyes.com
2 hr 17 min
February 28, 2022 Ep. 212 Jymmy Tolland (The Lonely Ones)
Our guest this episode is Jymmy Tolland, the talented and ambitious young guitarist (former bassist) from The Lonely Ones from Columbus OH. The Lonely Ones just released a new single, The Way Out, which is a hook laden bit of hard rock magic. I had a great time talking with Jymmy and his story is pretty wild! I hope you enjoy.

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https://thelonelyones.net
1 hr 47 min
February 21, 2022 Ep. 211 Chris Carlone (Borts Minorts)
Our guest this episode is Chris Carlone, a musician/artist and creative juggernaut who has been creating for decades. Chris performs as Borts Minorts, described as accurately as possessing "musical concepts of The Residents with the spirit and over the top showmanship of rock legends like David Lee Roth and Iggy Pop". Borts has a new release out! A collaborative EP with friend of Couch Riffs Timo Ellis (Netherlands/Hug Victim) and video content to drive it home. Please do go check this out. It is highly entertaining high art. I hope you enjoy this conversation and Borts Minorts' music! If you're enjoying Couch Riffs podcast and/or our cover song performances please support us at PATREON. Patreon is the only place where you can download the audio recordings of these covers and you'll get early sneak peeks at the videos, as well. Couch Riffs is made possible by your Patreon support and we thank you very much for helping us keep this going. https://patreon.com/couchriffs https://couchriffs.com https://www.chriscarlonecreations.com/borts-minorts
2 hr 2 min
February 14, 2022 Ep. 210 Phil Hurley (Gigolo Aunts/Tracy Bonham)
Our guest this episode is our longtime friend Phil Hurley. Phil spent some time in Seattle where we met before moving a couple times and finally landing in Austin TX for the last 13 years, which is very fitting considering what a talented guitarist and songwriter he is. After years of being a sideman and band guy Phil has started performing his music as The Phil Hurley Band and we should be getting an album of music from him in 2022! We'll be looking forward to this! I hope you enjoy this conversation. Phil is awesome.

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https://www.philhurleymusic.com
1 hr 30 min
February 07, 2022 Ep. 209 Ian Cowell
Our guest this episode is Ian Cowell who recently released Exceptional Goblins, an album full of great compositions with references to video games, soundtracks, jet skis, shred guitar, and padded shouldered suit jackets. Its pretty hot and I highly recommend checking it out. I had a great time speaking with Ian and I hope you enjoy this conversation!
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2 hr 7 min
January 31, 2022 Ep. 208 Mike Borgia (Mike Borgia & The Problems)
Our guest this episode is Mike Borgia of Mike Borgia and The Problems. Mike has been playing guitar, singing, and writing songs his whole life and has a rich experience of stories to share with us in this conversation. I highly recommend checking out his music. Mike has an incredible voice and is an equally talented guitarist and as a solo artist or with The Problems he has a prolific output of material. I hope you enjoy! Thanks for listening!

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2 hr 13 min
January 24, 2022 Ep. 207 Scott Metzger (Joe Russo's Almost Dead/Wolf!)
Our guest this episode is Scott Metzger, a phenomenal guitarist known for his work with Joe Russo's Almost Dead, Wolf!, and Rana. Scott has recently released his first solo single and video for the song Don't Be A Stranger with a full album (Too Close To Reason) to soon follow. The album is a beautiful and impressive display of Metzger's acoustic guitar work and highly recommended listening. You'll hear bits of folk, gypsy jazz, country, cinematic ambience and much more. I had a great time speaking with Scott and I hope you enjoy this conversation! He has a couple of doozy stories to share deep into our talk. Thanks for listening!
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1 hr 44 min

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The Couch Riffs Podcast is hosted by musician Mike Squires and features a variety of musical guests of all backgrounds and styles. Please check out the video counterpart of this podcast on IG, YouTube, Facebook, and at the Couch Riffs website (www.couchriffs.com).