Mike and AJ are joined by Dusty Baker of Tom’s Top 8. They discuss Dusty’s musical background and upbringing, his original band projects, how he transitioned into the cover band world, state of the original music scene in Cedar Rapids and the differences between cover bands and original bands as a musician.

Evan Stock of the Evan Stock Band joins the podcast and we discuss touring with B2wins, how the band formed, how he learned how to play music, naming the band after himself, being prepared for every show, recording new album, covers vs originals, the business side of music, surviving an arson and crazy meth head encounter, vinyl vs digital.

Mike and AJ take us thru a recap of some previous scene happenings including the Rumors debacle, Ozzy Osborne is not relevant, Travis Scott inspiration, dangers in setting goals, Mike’s unpopular opinion, 10 things you shouldn’t say on stage and how your band is using Facebook wrong.

Mike and AJ take us thru a recap of summer so far and some of our previous podcasts, Tom’s Top 8 debut show, Tailgators Metal Fest, pros and cons of tribute acts and festivals, cover charge debate, 7 reasons why no one is coming to your show, over-abundance of shows in the area at the same time, pay to play thoughts, local bands on the big stage and more.

Dan Ray and Adam Johnson of Cover Band Confidential join the podcast today. These guys started a facebook group and podcast dedicated strictly to cover bands and conveying information and knowledge about this world. On the episode today, we talk about a lot of great topics including how they got started playing in cover bands, why they started the cover band confidential group, differences between cover band central and cover band confidential, comparing their local music scenes to our scene, thoughts on tribute bands, pay scales in their towns, bar/venue relationships and cover charge.

Mike and AJ sit down and chat with Josh Ross of The Want. We discuss alcohol consumption as a musician, Josh's musical journey and background, making connections with fans, covers vs originals, CRMS forum issues, original music in local venues, the importance of having a good product and Josh and Mike's Unpopular Opinions.

Episode #31- The Boys Are "Killing It" On This Episode by Iowa Music Podcast

Kevin BF Burt talks about almost playing in the NFL, how he got his start in music and learned the guitar, gaining momentum as an artist, being a musician in today's political climate, cover bands vs original bands and what venues are doing wrong today.

A great interview with Amy Friedl Stoner. She talks about how she got involved in cabaret, the amazing talent and venues we have in Iowa, being prepared for every performance, playing Carnegie Hall, musician jealousy and insecurities, being a woman and having a family while in the music business and much more.

Mike and AJ chat about how alcohol tastes better in Europe, are there too many venues in our town, horrible band biographies, promoting your show in the wrong places, Facebook tips and tricks, tribute band territory wars and much more.