Tara Velarde is in the studio this week! We talked about the genre tag "singer-songwriter", Crohn's disease, her writing process, the benefits of roommates, ramen, growing up in a musical family, and finding beauty everywhere. Music this week from Tara Velarde, Gregory Pepper & His Problems, Eastern Sunz, and Hot July. 

Haute Garbage All-Star Laryssa Birdseye is back to play some brand-new tunes live this week. With her are LB bassist/percussionist Matt Brewster and shooting-star rapper/comedian Shrista Tyree. We talk about the unique friendship among disparate, often transient creatives; have a good, hard look at Matt's handsome body; and take a poopy roll in the sheets of a luxurious double bed. 

Laryssa and Matt will be on the road throughout the first half of the year, so take a peek at laryssabirdseye.com for shows near you. Shrista hosts the hip-hop showcase Bossin' Up, and you can find her hostin' and roastin' at her new comedy show Clownin' on February 20 at Portland's Curious Comedy Theater. 
 
Music this week:
"Secret" by Laryssa Birdseye (16:06)
"Shelter" by Black Lillys (27:14)
"One Look" by Laryssa Birdseye (36:47)
"What's That" by Heads or Heads (70:04)

Ryan Sollee is back! We talk with him about his podcast, Tour Punisher, and he plays us some songs from the upcoming Builders and the Butchers album. We absolutely love his music, and it’s always fun to have him on. We talked about bad driving, home made wine, sad songs, trying to trick our kids into liking good music, and we answer some listener questions. Songs this week from Ryan, Jodie Faster, and The Trash Bats. 

In a loooooong overdue interview, we sit down with Justin of the excellent Portland band Queen Chief. We fell in love with Queen Chief following the 2014 release of their self-titled debut, but the band has taken leaps forward with the polished, textured, full-length ripper "Animal Stories." Justin is thoughtful, insightful, and generous of spirit - but he's not above tricking a friend into pooping in a cup. Queen Chief will be playing at Bunk Bar on March 21, but check out their music and this conversation immediately. 

Music this week:

• "Get You High" by Queen Chief (12:46)
• "May Queen" by Green Lung (22:57)
• "The Space Funeral" by Queen Chief (48:54)
• "Snow Canyon" by Brock Berrigan (78:00)

Mighty is in the studio! He is one of the hardest working emcees in the PNW. We talk with him and his drummer Dave about respecting the culture, the evolution of their music, nipples, basement wine, and what’s next. Music this week from Mighty, Bryson The Alien, and Chisme. 

Federale are in the studio! We talked with them about modern weed, psychedelic rock, their new album, we talk about ways to improve the world as we roll into a new decade, the worst Grateful Dead song, controlled explosions, and ranch dressing. Music this week from Federale, Roselit Bone, Greet Death, and Trappola. 

ePP is back! He’s one of our all time favorite guests. This week we’re talking sports. Specifically, The Blazers. These are super hot takes. Music this week from L Pro, Local Teen, Old Man Saxon, and Teeeth. 

The wonderful fellas from Butter were in the studio this week. Guitarist Aaron, bassist Tom, and drummer Jarrett make warm-but-glossy pop gems with juuuuuust the right amount of funk, soul, and electronic accoutrement - a sound that is, impossibly, great for both dancing AND long, contemplative walks. We talk musical growth, their excellent 2019 joint "Nicotene," and, yes, bodily fluids. Butter is gearing up for a return to the studio, but you can catch up and keep up with them at their website, butter.band, or on bandcamp. 

Music this week: 

• "Freakout!" by Butter (3:16)
• "Honest Man" by Doubleplusgood (17:34)
• "Already Told You" by Swatkins & the Positive Agenda (31:40)
• "Pistol Hand" by Deaf Dog (43:30)
• "The Deck" by Black Feathers (64:29)
• "Bloody Road" by KOGNITIF (76:50)

Fox Medicine are in the studio this week! We talked to them about bone vibrations, their new album, how they got started, subjective weirdness, the riff rainbow, and Andy lets us all in on his bedtime routine. Music this week from Fox Medicine, Black Dresses, Lazy Legs, and Hideous Sun Demon. 

Jenni Moore is in the studio! She is a writer and music editor for the Portland Mercury. We talked to her about injuries, Drake, her history in writing, her favorite monthly hip hop showcases, the future of weed, and we take some shots at the WW. Music this week from Amenta Abioto, Serge Severe, KayleaJ, Mighty, and Donte Thomas.