The Haute Garbage Podcast

Old Grape God is back! We talked about art, last years mixtape series, dippin dots, staying home, we play License Plate Detective, and Tron plays us some brand new unreleased tracks. Music this week from Old Grape God, Alabaster dePlume, Scooty, and Eleji. 

Millennial Falcon are synth-punk band from Portland. Not only do they make ripping music, they also make a comic book to go with every album. We talked about their music, Drew’s love of big books, getting targeted by white supremacists, and we answer some listener mail. Music this week from Millennial Falcon, Moon Bounce, and Mars Red Sky. 
 

Ceremony of Sludge, Portland's heaviest microfest, is back for year NINE! To whet your appetite and loosen your bowels for another bone-rattling doom-off, we welcome back to the studio CoS co-founders Blaine (Mane of the Cur; Hot Won't Quit) and Justin (Witch Mountain). Joining them is Eric (engineer/producer, Husk Recording; Hair Puller), who handles live recording of the fest. Ceremony of Sludge takes place Friday, March 6 at the World Famous Kenton Club in Portland, OR. This year's lineup features Usnea, Glasghote, Brume, A//tar, and Zyl. Can't wait to see you there!

Ceremony-inspired music this week includes:

• "Help Me" by Brume (7:00)
• "Eye of Ra" by Glasghote (20:43)
• "Garbage Man" by Chat Pile (35:05)
• "Horology" by A//tar (49:38)
• "Tweak Jabber" by Dopethrone (65:29)

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.