Episodes 133
Avg. Duration 58m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (7)
Since Mar 2021
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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On each show we bring together a band and some fans to talk about music, life, and whatever the hell else we want to talk about. It can be difficult to have a conversation with your favorite band at a show or online. We bring the fans together with the bands for a more in depth conversation.

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S6E12 Blockhouse Valley

Apr 01, 2026 58m

In this episode, I had a chance to chat with Ashleigh and Cody of Blockhouse Valley. It was a joy talking with them about how they came together to form their band, how they approach making music,…

S6E11 Casket Robbery

Mar 18, 2026 59m

In this episode, I had a chance to chat with Cory, Megan, and Bryan of Casket Robbery. They craft seriously heavy and brutal horror themed death metal with a bit of secret sauce. We talk about how…

S6E10 Music Notes With Nuno Vol. 2: Bands That Get Better With Age

Mar 04, 2026 1h 14m

In this episode we are back with our feature where Nuno and Chuck talk about music, life, and whatever else they can think of! In this episode we’ve got a LOT to talk about!!!Topics & Bands:*…

S6E9 Custard Flux

Feb 18, 2026 54m

In this episode, I’m talking with Curvey from Custard Flux. The latest from Custard Flux called Enter Xenon is amazing. Some of the best progressive rock in the world and it starts here in Michigan.…

S6E8 Ness Lake

Feb 04, 2026 1h 3m

In this episode, I’m talking with Chandler from Ness Lake. Their new album Normal Speed is a sonic treat of post-punk and indie rock. The lush songwriting and thoughtful songwriting is both evocative…

S6E7 Detroit Music Collective - Greater Detroit Music Census

Jan 21, 2026 48m

In this episode, I’m talking with Kevin Kay (Detroit Music Collective / K2 Artist Management) about the Greater Detroit Music Census. Kevin shares what the census is all about, who it is for…

S6E6 Phyrxian Sun

Jan 07, 2026 53m

In this episode, I’m talking with Ian, Erik, and Cody from Phyrxian Sun. This band is heavy, melodic, and extremely powerful. Fans of Black Dahlia Murder and The Absence will love this band. We talk…

Music Notes With Nuno

Dec 24, 2025 1h 1m

In this episode we are kicking off a new feature: Music Notes With Nuno. My friend, Nuno Babo, is a music journalist based in Portugal who shares his thoughts on Substack and most recently Loud…

S6E4 Midnight Proof

Dec 10, 2025 54m

In this episode, we talk with Charlie, Mike, and Steve from Midnight Proof. This is a Detroit band playing what they call Rustbelt Americana. Fans of The Wallflowers, The Verve Pipe, and The Gin…

Sonic Smut Release Eye Bleach

Nov 26, 2025 57m

In this episode, we talk with Mike, Alice, and Dave from Sonic Smut. We focused on their new album Eye Bleach which was recorded at the famed Rancho De La Luna in Joshua Tree, California. The same…

S6E2 Jessey Adams

Nov 12, 2025 28m

In this episode, I talk with Jessey Adams. She plays traditional country music cut from the cloth of legends such as Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, June Carter Cash as well as contemporaries such as…

S6E1 Jason Doome of Grand Rapids Doom Fest

Oct 29, 2025 53m

Welcome to Season 6 of Fans With Bands. In this episode, I talk with Jason Doome, the founder of Grand Rapids Doom Fest. Jason just completed the second Doom Fest and has already scheduled the next…

S5E25 Raldesy

Oct 15, 2025 42m

In this episode, I talk with Jude from Raldesy. Raldesy is lo-fi indie folk rock very much in the vein of bands such as The Violent Femmes. We talked about getting into music and the power of writing…

S5E24 The City Lines

Oct 01, 2025 1h 10m

In this episode, I talk with Pat and Bob from The City Lines. Their new album Prescribed Fires is a gem of pop punk with stellar songwriting that speaks to Pat’s background as a firefighter. Our…

S5E23 All Over The Shop

Sep 17, 2025 54m

In this episode, I talk with Todd and Brandon of All Over The Shop. We talk about the dreaded question: what does your band sound like? I of course had my own thoughts, but it is always interesting…

S5E22 Mike Walker of Bogue

Sep 03, 2025 55m

In this episode, I talk with Mike Walker of Bogue. Mike shares the story of Bogue who were at the center of Detroit’s garage rock scene in the 2000s. They soon recorded a demo with Jim Diamond in…

S5E21 Blind Haven

Aug 20, 2025 1h 13m

In this episode, I chat with Heath, Dustin, Andy, and Greg from Blind Haven. These purveyors of seismic doom happen to be four friends who wanted to jam together as one of them neared death.…

S5E20 Jesus Chrysler Supercar

Aug 06, 2025 1h 11m

In this episode, I had a great time talking with Mitch, Matt, and a bunch of fans of the alt-rock band Jesus Chrysler Supercar. Besides having a fantastic name, this band plays some excellent…

S5E19 Mark Farner

Jul 23, 2025 44m

In this episode, I’m talking with the legendary Mark Farner. You may know him from Michigan’s Grand Funk Railroad. Today, Mark is on his own crafting music with Mark Farner’s American Band. It was a…

S5E18 Iron Times

Jul 09, 2025 47m

In this episode, I’m talking with Alan and Phoenix from Iron Times. This new band is forging their own path while building on a foundation of massive riffs laid down by such influences as Kyuss,…

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