Two Beers With The Band is a podcast where we showcase Nashville’s BEST up and coming bands, and enjoy craft beer.
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Sep 28, 2026 · 1:07:35
How does an independent UK hip-hop artist transform childhood nostalgia and literary influences into authentic, enduring rap? In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, host…
Sep 20, 2026 · 1:18:35
How can an independent artist overcome a childhood in the UK foster care system, walk away from a corporate marketing career, and build an authentic music career centered around…
Sep 13, 2026 · 1:20:13
Can raw honesty, emotional vulnerability, and genuine community build a lasting legacy in an era dominated by superficial clout? In this episode of 2 Beers With The Band, host…
Sep 4, 2026 · 1:27:37
Can raw lyricism, mental health advocacy, and unfiltered truth still thrive in an industry obsessed with quick clout?In this episode of 2 Beers With The Band, host Chris Schrum…
Aug 30, 2026 · 2:31:25
How can independent artists balance spoken word, boom bap hip-hop, and self-production over a decade-long creative journey? In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, host Chris…
Aug 21, 2026 · 1:18:00
How can independent producers transition into performing artists while building a career outside major industry hubs? In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, host Chris sits…
Aug 14, 2026 · 54:31
How do independent artists balance touring between Australia and Nashville while navigating an ever-changing music industry? In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, host…
Aug 7, 2026 · 1:31:31
Country singer-songwriter Scott Southworth returns to 2 Beers With The Band for an honest, value-packed conversation on navigating the music industry as an independent artist.…
Jul 24, 2026 · 1:28:54
In this episode of 2 Beers With The Band, I sit down with West London rapper, poet, author, and overall creative polymath Douki for an unfiltered, deep-dive conversation. While…
Jun 24, 2026 · 1:26:48
In this episode of 2 Beers With The Band, I sit down with Scotland-based rapper, producer, and events manager Jay Lee for an exclusive, deep-dive interview. While we get into his…
Jun 11, 2026 · 1:57:11
In the second half of my interview with the incredibly versatile DJ, published author, and music artist SB The Anomoly, we dive straight back into the mental and physical reality…
Jun 4, 2026 · 58:17
In this episode of 2 Beers With The Band, I sit down with the incredibly talented indie artist Lil Red Fire to talk about music, resilience, and breaking barriers. While I dive…
May 27, 2026 · 1:22:17
In the second half of my interview with the incredible UK hip hop and spoken word artist RychusDon, we dive right back into the grind while I sip on a Jackalope Light, locally…
May 21, 2026 · 1:21:25
In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, I sit down with the enigmatic artist MDV. To set the mood for a talk about traversing the boundaries of extreme genres, I sampled the…
May 14, 2026 · 1:27:17
In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, I sit down with Danny Riggs, a prolific UK-based singer, songwriter, and rapper who is a true multi-instrumentalist, proficient in…
May 7, 2026 · 1:37:41
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with UK hip hop artist and independent force Shakezpeare. To set the mood for a conversation about the grit and soul of the…
May 1, 2026 · 1:44:20
In this episode of Two Beers with Ben, I sit down with Rychusdon, a unique voice in the UK scene who bridges the gap between the rhythmic flow of hip-hop and the profound…
Apr 25, 2026 · 2:17:46
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with award-winning songwriter and Nashville veteran Scott Southworth. To set the mood for a talk about traditional roots,…
Apr 17, 2026 · 1:22:57
In this concluding installment of New Release: The Talk, we pick up where we left off, diving into the second half of Kalvonix’s genre-bending album, Mr. Nostalgia. We’re…
Apr 9, 2026 · 1:11:02
In this debut installment of our spinoff series, New Release: The Talk, we’re slowing things down to pull apart the layers of Kalvonix’s ambitious new project, Mr. Nostalgia.…
Apr 3, 2026 · 2:19:22
In this sprawling, high-energy episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with a man who truly lives up to his name: SB The Anomaly. Before we dove into his multifaceted…
Mar 27, 2026 · 1:15:49
In the second half of my interview with Patrick Sewalk, we pick up right where we left off, this time sampling Southern Fest from Nashville’s own Southern Grist Brewing. This…
Mar 19, 2026 · 1:35:55
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined by John Duggan, the force behind the world-famous JD Hip Hop Review. To keep things consistent, we both enjoyed a classic…
Mar 12, 2026 · 1:11:10
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined by Patrick Sewalk, a Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and "song maker." We dive into the distinction between simply…
Mar 5, 2026 · 2:26:38
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined by Noah (lead vocals/guitar) and Colin (lead guitar) of the Nashville-based independent band Point Taken. We kicked things…
Feb 21, 2026 · 1:10:56
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined once again by Kalvonix, a Vancouver-based hip-hop artist and a true "pro" when it comes to social media duets. For this…
Feb 14, 2026 · 2:01:36
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined by 5th Lettah, a hip-hop artist and creative hailing from Denver, Colorado. We opened the show with his track "Flying…
Feb 4, 2026 · 1:17:17
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Mick Fury to discuss his "all over the place" musical journey and the realities of being an indie artist in the modern…
Jan 30, 2026 · 1:21:11
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Derek Clay of Gravistar Booking to explore a different side of the music industry. While the show normally focuses on…
Jan 24, 2026 · 1:35:15
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined by Les Kerr, a prolific songwriter, musician, and journalist with twelve albums under his belt. We kept things classic with…
Dec 31, 2025 · 46:24
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined by Brittany Elise, a Nashville-based country artist originally from Australia. We crack open some serious drinks for this…
Dec 24, 2025 · 1:29:07
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined by $imbuh to talk about his recent releases and his journey as an independent artist. We enjoyed some heavy hitters for…
Dec 19, 2025 · 2:20:39
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I’m joined for a second time by Kalvonix (Mr. Nostalgia) to dive deep into his evolving sound and creative visual storytelling. We…
Dec 12, 2025 · 1:34:19
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with C.J. Brewer, a multifaceted musician, producer, songwriter, and special event performer. C.J. gives us an honest look…
Dec 3, 2025 · 1:45:05
Welcome back to Two Beers With The Band for the second part of our interview with LeVan The Man! After sharing his background as a photographer and producer, we dive deeper into…
Nov 27, 2025 · 2:07:17
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with ADMONISH Music to discuss his powerful new album, Build My Legacy. This album is far more than just hip-hop; it's a…
Nov 20, 2025 · 1:21:28
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with KoldKay, a talented rapper and singer-songwriter whose style is heavily influenced by the visionary work of Tyler, The…
Oct 29, 2025 · 1:40:15
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with LeVan The Man, a multifaceted creative who excels as both a photographer and producer. LeVan shares his precise…
Oct 23, 2025 · 1:50:15
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with Prtysunknxwn (pronounced "Party's Unknown"), a true DIY music powerhouse who writes, records, produces, and engineers…
Oct 16, 2025 · 1:28:11
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with a passionate young artist making waves in the rap scene: Stizzie Rae. At just 15 years old and based in Indiana ,…
Oct 9, 2025 · 1:36:00
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with an incredible musician, composer, and producer known as Xantech. Xantech’s story is a fascinating dive into the world…
Oct 3, 2025 · 1:35:04
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible sister duo, Walker County—Ivy Dean and Sophie Dawn. For me, hearing their story…
Sep 26, 2025 · 1:38:29
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredibly versatile singer, songwriter, and artist, Luna Marcella. Luna's story is one of…
Sep 18, 2025 · 1:47:51
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with Memphis rapper and composer, Bray Smizzi. Bray shared his journey from a young kid influenced by his uncle to a…
Sep 10, 2025 · 1:52:45
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with an incredible musician and artist who goes by many names, most notably, The Fallen Incarnates, also known as Ben…
Sep 4, 2025 · 2:43:52
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had a conversation with Nashville's own DIY punk duo, Local Cryptid. We dove deep into their unique approach to creating a raw,…
Aug 27, 2025 · 2:49:05
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had a conversation with a true force in the independent music scene, recording artist Gdot3. I’ve been a fan for a while, so it was…
Aug 19, 2025 · 1:54:11
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had a conversation with a true force in the independent music scene, Italian guitarist Emmanuelle Ferraro. Emmanuelle and I dive…
Aug 12, 2025 · 1:48:55
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Vancouver-based rapper Amiccella for an unfiltered conversation on balancing a full-time job with building a music…
Aug 1, 2025 · 2:23:22
In this special return episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down once again with the legendary Bill Steber—who was the second-ever guest on this show. Now, after an…
Jul 26, 2025 · 1:18:31
In Part 2 of my conversation with ADMONISH Music on Two Beers With The Band, we go even deeper into the mind of an artist who refuses to fake it. ADMONISH Music opens up about…
Jul 24, 2025 · 1:18:38
In Part 1 of my conversation with ADMONISH Music on Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with an artist who’s unapologetically authentic. ADMONISH Music doesn’t fake his sound—he…
Jul 19, 2025 · 1:04:21
In Part 2 of my interview with Mike Haggith, we get into the creative heart of his new album All The Best In All You Do. Mike shares how this project is not just a collection of…
Jul 17, 2025 · 1:36:16
In Part 1 of this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Canadian alternative rock artist Mike Haggith for an honest conversation about building a music career from…
Jul 11, 2025 · 1:05:04
In Part 2 of my interview with Darth Marden, we pull back the curtain even further on the life, mind, and mission of one of underground alt-rock’s most self-aware creators.…
Jul 10, 2025 · 1:02:22
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I crack open a cold one with Darth Marden—also known as Michael—a one-man band, philosopher-at-heart, and alt-rock storyteller based…
Jul 4, 2025 · 51:16
In Part 2 of my conversation with Manny from Australian indie pop band The Lillypillies, we dive into the creative choices that separate real artists from noise. Manny shares why…
Jul 3, 2025 · 48:28
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Manny of Australian indie pop/rock band The Lillypillies to talk about what it really means to build a music career…
Jun 27, 2025 · 1:17:00
In Part 2 of my sit-down with Kalvonix, we go deep into the mind of one of Canada's most introspective and creative indie hip-hop artists. From growing up with cerebral palsy to…
Jun 25, 2025 · 1:20:42
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Canadian hip-hop artist, songwriter, and storyteller Kalvonix, who opens up about growing up with cerebral palsy,…
May 30, 2025 · 1:14:19
In Part 2 of my interview with Nashville-based hip-hop producers Stryke and Xefe, we go even deeper into what it means to be young, self-taught, and fully committed to building a…
May 28, 2025 · 1:11:04
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with two insanely talented and hungry young hip-hop producers: Stryke and Xefe. Based in Nashville and still barely out of…
May 23, 2025 · 43:41
In Part 2 of my interview with Silver Boy, we dive even deeper into what it really takes to thrive as an independent artist. From playing massive shows with The Hives,…
May 22, 2025 · 53:53
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Nashville-based singer, songwriter, producer, and masked rocker Silver Boy (aka Marco With Love) for a wild ride…
May 14, 2025 · 2:32:39
In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Nashville singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Winter Wilson to talk about balancing creative freedom,…
May 6, 2025 · 2:39:58
In this episode, I sit down with Nashville-based artist LB Beistad to talk about the real side of indie music—grinding through the “Ten Year City,” finding your scene, and why…
May 1, 2025 · 1:02:38
In Part 2 of my conversation with Nashville artist Jed Harrelson, we dive deep into the real emotions behind the grind—imposter syndrome, creative droughts, and pushing forward…
Apr 29, 2025 · 1:20:23
In this episode, I sit down with Nashville artist Jed Harrelson to talk about what it really takes to make a living as an independent musician—and why the answer has nothing to…
Apr 26, 2025 · 1:19:33
In Part 2 of my deep conversation with Nashville artist SMO, we move beyond the music and into the heart of what saved his life—sobriety, plant-based eating, and brutal honesty.…
Apr 24, 2025 · 1:13:51
In this powerful and unfiltered conversation, I sit down with Nashville artist SMO (formerly Big SMO) to talk about transformation, survival, and how taking control of your…
Apr 18, 2025 · 1:24:44
In Part 2 of my conversation with Nashville artist Stoney Banks, we ride the wave into his love for beach music, jazz, reggae, and everything in between. He shares the stories…
Apr 15, 2025 · 1:18:14
In this episode, I sit down with Nashville artist Stoney Banks to unpack his raw, honest journey through music, mental health, and finding purpose. We dive into what it means to…
Apr 11, 2025 · 1:21:19
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Nashville-based band Horsehell as we dive into the raw realities of being an independent band in a crowded scene. We talk about…
Apr 10, 2025 · 1:17:50
In this episode, I sit down with Nashville-based indie band Horsehell to dive into their journey, sound, and the reality of making music in a competitive scene. We get into how…
Apr 4, 2025 · 1:27:23
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Ray Duncan, diving deeper into the realities of being an independent artist. We discuss the struggles of navigating the industry…
Apr 3, 2025 · 1:39:44
In this episode, I sit down with Ray Duncan to talk about the journey of an independent artist navigating the modern music industry. From early inspirations to defining a unique…
Mar 27, 2025 · 1:09:37
In this episode, I sit down with the members of Stammer to dive into what it really takes to make it as an indie rock band. From balancing friendship and business to crafting a…
Mar 26, 2025 · 1:50:45
In this episode, I sit down with members of Stammer to talk about their journey as an indie rock band, the challenges of making music in a five-piece group, and what sets their…
Mar 22, 2025 · 1:04:41
In Part 2 of my conversation with Caroline Romano, we explore the emotional side of being an artist, the struggles of self-doubt, and the power of poetry in music. Caroline opens…
Mar 19, 2025 · 1:05:32
In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Romano, a Nashville-based alternative pop artist, to talk about her journey, songwriting process, and the deeper meaning behind her…
Mar 14, 2025 · 1:43:37
In Part 2 of my conversation with Toy Dinosaur, we dive into the struggles of self-promotion, the evolution of their sound, and the band dynamics that keep them going. The…
Mar 11, 2025 · 1:38:42
In this episode, I sit down with Toy Dinosaur to talk about their journey as an indie band, the challenges of making music in today's industry, and the meaning behind their…
Mar 6, 2025 · 2:11:06
In Part 2 of my conversation with Bennett.io, we go deeper into the creative process, the struggles of burnout, and the reality of being an independent electronic artist. Bennett…
Mar 5, 2025 · 1:13:41
In this episode, I sit down with Bennett.io, an electronic artist and producer originally from Detroit, now making waves in Nashville’s underground scene. We dive into their…
Feb 27, 2025 · 2:22:40
In Part 2 of my conversation with Joel McCann, aka KeyElement, we dive deeper into the realities of self-promotion as an artist. From playing one of the biggest shows of his…
Feb 25, 2025 · 1:57:34
I sat down with Joel McCann, aka Keyelement, to talk about his journey from a small-town pianist to making moves in the Nashville music scene. From working at Sweetwater Sound to…
Feb 20, 2025 · 3:05:17
Wes Aaron’s journey is packed with unbelievable experiences, deep wisdom, and a passion for music that never fades. In Part 2 of this episode of 2 Beers With The Band, hosted by…
Feb 18, 2025 · 1:34:33
Wes Aaron’s journey in music isn’t just about performing—it’s about survival, passion, and purpose. From a near-death experience as a child to becoming a renowned Elvis tribute…
Feb 7, 2025 · 2:45:22
Welcome to another episode of Two Beers With The Band! This time, I’m sitting down with The New Tropics, a three-piece band from Nashville, to talk about their inspiring journey…
Jan 31, 2025 · 1:33:54
On this episode of Two Beers With The Band I sit down with sound engineer and artist Allan Fine for an inspiring deep dive into music, production, and the creative process. Allan…
Jan 18, 2025 · 5:52:47
What happens when you mix jazz band roots, Belmont University connections, and a shared love for rock ‘n’ roll? You get Late Night Television, a band carving out a unique space…
Jan 2, 2025 · 2:22:10
In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, Chris Shrum chats with the vibrant and charismatic members of Shanny & the Eastmen. Known for their dynamic sound blending genres like…
Dec 12, 2024 · 2:42:32
What happens when country reggae meets punk funk? In this episode, host Chris Shrum dives into the eclectic world of Stoney Banks and Sethasaurus Rexx. From their wild days in…
Nov 7, 2024 · 2:42:32
Ever wondered what fuels the raw energy behind Gears, the rock band known for their powerhouse performances and unfiltered lyrics? In this episode of 2 Beers With The Band, host…
Nov 1, 2024 · 2:10:31
Ever wonder what it takes to break into the world of music production? In this episode, we explore the fascinating journey from humble beginnings to the challenges and triumphs…
Oct 23, 2024 · 2:24:36
Are you looking to dive into a world where comedy meets musical genius? In this episode of Two Beers with the Band, host Chris Shrum sits down with Brad Covington, a…
Sep 25, 2024 · 1:56:36
How does an artist find their voice when they’re "too churchy for the world and too worldly for the church"? In this episode, Jericho Stone opens up about blending genres,…
Sep 18, 2024 · 13:22
"Hazy IPA" from Highwire Brewing, Its sweet and less hoppy profile while not my top pick, this brew might still hit the spot for others. Plus, I jam to Bully's electrifying track…
Sep 11, 2024 · 10:42
In this episode, I crack open the golden allure of "Turbo Reaper" by Three Floyd's Brewing. With a seafoam head and an inviting blend of pineapple and cool citrus aromas, this 7%…
Sep 4, 2024 · 1:36:40
On this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Allan Fine and the Finites, a Nashville-based band who are pushing the limits of what rock can be, blending indie, classic rock, and…
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