Beats, Beards & Brews
143 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsLifelong friends unite to review music, give beard advice and drink beer.
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Metric - Formentera II - Album Discussion
November 10, 2023 03:40 - 39 minutes - 38.4 MBThe gang (Eric, Evan and Dan) is all here in a very special episode of Beats, Beards & Brews. In the second episode of their new "album discussion" format, the boys review Metric's ninth studio album Formentera II. Get ready for some divided opinions and a whole lotta foolin'. Metric songs previewed in this episode include: "Just the Once" "Days of Oblivion" "Descendants" You'll also hear some hot takes on Rolling Stone's surprisingly controversial "50 Best Canadian Musician's of All...
Code Orange - The Above - Album Discussion
October 12, 2023 06:53 - 33 minutes - 32.9 MBEric and Evan are back on their mics after a bit of a summer hiatus — and they're mixing things up! In this episode, the duo discusses trying out a new format for the podcast, where they focus more on the albums they are reviewing in shorter, tighter episodes. Pittsburgh alternative rock/metal band Code Orange is the group featured this time around, as the boys take a deep dive into the band's fifth studio album "The Above." Code Orange songs previewed in this episode include: "Take Sha...
Portugal The Man, The Bearded Mack Sampler Pack, Quitting Drinking
July 26, 2023 05:24 - 52 minutes - 48 MBEvan and Eric hit the mics to review Portugal. The Man's ninth studio album Chris Black Changed My Life. Can it top the insane hype around Woodstock and standout track "Feel It Still"? Well, the lead single on this one, "Dummy," was featured in a Taco Bell ad. Is that good or bad? You decide! Portugal. The Man tracks previewed in this episode include: "Dummy" "Summer of Luv (featuring Unknown Mortal Orchestra)" "Champ (featuring Edgar Winter)" Next up, Eric revisits The Bearded Mack ...
Dirty Nil, Foo Fighters, Jason Isbell, Voodoo Menscraft, Cannabis Beverages
July 12, 2023 05:11 - 56 minutes - 54.3 MBDan and Eric are back on their respective mics to deliver not one, but three album reviews. The boys share their well-informed opinions on Free Rein to Passions by Dirty Nil, But Here We Are by the Foo Fighters and Weathervanes by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. Choice tracks previewed in this episode include: "Blowing Up Things in the Woods" by Dirty Nil "Under You" by Foo Fighters "Death Wish" by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit "Nicer Guy" by Dirty Nil Next up, Eric reviews beard oi...
Metallica, Passport Grooming, Dank Beers
May 09, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBNow that we've all had some time to let the riffs on the eleventh Metallica album 72 Seasons sink in, it's time to let our thoughts be known with an official Beats, Beards & Brews review. Dan and Eric are joined by returning special guest Alex for a thorough discussion on the album. Metallica tracks previewed in this episode include: "Shadows Follow" "Chasing Light" "Lux Aeterna" Next, Eric embarks on a musky journey through Chicago, Miami and Austin, three destination-inspired beard...
Paramore, 1740 Death Wish Blueberry Coffee Beard Oil, French Toast Beer & More
February 23, 2023 06:13 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBThe full crew is back to review Paramore's sixth studio album This Is Why. What do the boys think of the album in comparison to to After Laughter and the band's previous work? Tune in to find out! Paramore tracks previewed in this episode include: "Running Out of Time" "The News" "C'est Comme Ca" Later in the episode, Eric reviews the new Death Wish Blueberry & Vanilla Coffee Beard Oil from 1740 Beard Balm — a company the bearded boys are already familiar with. Finally, everyone si...
The Most Interesting Anticipated Albums List of 2023, Upcoming Beard Product Reviews, Collaborator Doppelbock
February 15, 2023 00:16 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBIn a very exciting moment in Beats, Beards & Brews history, Eric hops on the mic for his very first solo podcast recording. His mission? Spread positivity. Create the most interesting anticipated albums list of 2023 on the internet. Get Dan excited about new music releases in 2023. Get Evan to pick his favorite albums he listened to in 2023 before 2024 hits. You'll have to listen to the episode to get Eric's complete list of anticipated albums, but you can and totally should check ou...
Evan's REAL 2022 Album Picks, 8-bit Beard Co., NA Beers & Hop Water
February 08, 2023 23:41 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBIn an episode so thrilling that the boys took a month to edit and release it, Evan revisits 2022 to pick two of his top albums of the year. Despite this very large slap in the face to Eric and Dan, who picked the correct album choices for him in the previous episode, the boys listen to Evan's new picks. So just what two albums motivated Evan to want to return to the mic so badly? Evan's Interesting Album Picks Released in 2022 (Revised) Where the Heart Is by Sweet Pill five seconds fl...
2022 End-of-Year Music Highlights, Top 5 Beard Companies List Update, After-Christmas Christmas Ale
January 01, 2023 01:59 - 1 hour - 58 MBTo mark the end of another year, Eric, Evan and Dan all hop on their respective mics for one last time in 2022. First, the boys select their 2022 end-of-year music highlights (two picks per person). This list includes albums that released in 2022 that we found interesting for one reason or another. Don't miss it! Beats, Beards & Brews 2022 End-of-Year Music Highlights include: Harry's House by Harry Styles Vaxis – Act II: Window of the Waking Mind by Coheed & Cambria Alpha Zulu by Pho...
The Sound of Animals Fighting, Eric's New Cool Winter Beard Oil Scents, Fistmas Holiday Red Ale
December 23, 2022 22:21 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBComing in hot ahead of the Christmas holiday weekend, here's a wholesome new episode of Beats, Beards & Brews for all to enjoy! It's December, which means the music release calendar has slowed way down, but that doesn't stop the boys from diving into the latest EP from The Sound of Animals Fighting titled APESHIT. Listen with glee as the gang debates whether they like this experimental indie/post-hardcore rock band's new tracks or not. It's a lot to digest, that's for sure! The Sound of An...
KISS, Beardbrand Utility Oil, Strawberry Biscuit & Raspberry Ales
November 28, 2022 00:29 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBIn another very special episode of Beats, Beards & Brews, the gang reunites to discuss the 40th anniversary remaster version of KISS' 10th studio album Creatures of the Night. Released in 1982, the album is one of KISS' heaviest and a fan favorite. But how do Eric, Evan and Dan feel about it? Tune in to find out! KISS songs previewed during this episode include: "Creatures of the Night" "I Love It Loud" "War Machine" Later in the episode, Eric shares his thoughts on Beardbrand's upda...
Sumerlands, Eric's Favorite Fall Beard Oils, Imperial Pumpkin & Caramel Corn Beers
October 07, 2022 18:08 - 58 minutes - 54.4 MBWelcome to Beats, Beards & Brews' 2022 celebration of everything fall. OK, so we swapped out Weezer's SZNZ: Autumn for Sumerlands Dreamkiller ... but Dreamkiller brings to mind A Nightmare on Elm Street: Dream Warriors so that still fits the fall episode theme, right? Absolutely. Good. Great. Sumerlands' songs previewed during this episode include: "Dreamkiller" "Edge of the Knife" "Night Ride" Next up, Eric shares his favorite fall beard oils. These include: Smoked Pumpkin (new fal...
The Halo Effect, T3 Liquid Beard Butter, Royal Eddy & Surly Furious
August 24, 2022 05:18 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBEric, Evan and Dan are back to discuss the debut album Days of the Lost from The Halo Effect, a Swedish melodic death metal supergroup featuring former members of In Flames. Unsure if this album is your cup of tea? If you like hard rock or heavy metal with melody this is probably worth a listen. The Halo Effect songs previewed during this episode include: "Gateways" "A Truth Worth Lying For" "The Needless End" Next up, Eric rates a trio of liquid beard butters from T3 Beard Co. Scent...
Coheed & Cambria, Boardwalk Mack Beard Oil, Space Camper Alpha Vapor & Gigahop IPA
July 20, 2022 04:10 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBSummer is chuggin' right along ... so fast that it took the boys a while to get this episode posted. But if you're a fan of Coheed, it's worth the wait. Maybe. We're not making any promises. Outside of the fact that we do indeed review Coheed & Cambria's Vaxis — Act II: A Window of the Waking Mind. Songs previewed during this episode include: "Shoulders" "Comatose" "Ladders of Supremacy" Next up, Eric drops a review of Boardwalk Mack, an ICEE inspired blue raspberry and cherry limite...
Albums We Missed in 2022 So Far, The Soap Guy Natural Soap, Local IPAs & Warheads Sour Ale
June 16, 2022 04:33 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBThe full Beats, Beards & Brews crew is back to talk about some of the local and national albums we missed so far in 2022. Featured albums include: Harry's House by Harry Styles (London/Los Angeles) Drawing Little Pictures by American Scarecrows (Minneapolis) Born in Fog by The Envy Corps (Des Moines) Judas Curse of the Iron Sabbath by Traffic Death (Des Moines) Paid in Full by Skull Fist (Toronto) Tracks previewed during the episode include: "Broken Bones & Mountains" by American ...
The Return of Meshuggah, Greenhorn Solid Beard Wash Bar, Chonk Spumoni & Springbier
April 21, 2022 02:34 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBWhat's that off in the distance? Is that the super-heavy Swedish extreme metal band Meshuggah? Cue the THICC riffs. Meshuggah is back baby! Eric couldn't be happier as the boys drop their reviews of Immutable. Dan and Evan aren't as sure of their feelings. Meshuggah songs previewed in this episode include: "The Abysmal Eye" "The Faultless" "Ligature Marks" In another edition of "Sudsin' It Up" (with Eric), the biggest beard on the pod drops a review of the Greenhorn Unscented Solid B...
Ghost, War Zone Beard Oil, Sour Tea Beer & Blackberry Popsicle IPA
March 29, 2022 05:14 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MBThe gang reunites once more to review Ghost's fifth studio album Impera. The boys unravel the mystery of Papa Emeritus to emerge with a new theory that involves Weird Al secretly fronting the band. Is there any merit to this claim? Hard to say! Ghost tracks previewed on this episode include: "Spillways" "Twenties" "Call Me Little Sunshine" Next up Eric reviews War Zone Sour Watermelon Beard Oil from T3 Beard Co. which may or may not be a wholesome Christian beard company. "Whatever you...
Zeal & Ardor, Beard Octane Neutral CBD Beard Oil, West Coast vs. Hazy IPAs
March 09, 2022 05:19 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBEric, Evan and Dan return to review the self-titled, third studio album from Zeal & Ardor. What does the band sound like? Grab a fistful of blues and sprinkle in some gospel. Then add in a healthy portion of black metal. Now you've got yourself a musical stew unlike anything you've ever heard before. Zeal & Ardor tracks previewed on this episode include: "Death to the Holy" "Golden Liar" "Götterdämmerung" Next up, Eric reviews the Neutral Full Spectrum CBD Beard Oil from Beard Octane...
Muscadine Bloodline, Biblical Beard Oil, Blonde & Choco Milk Stouts
February 16, 2022 03:53 - 54 minutes - 49.3 MBDan and Eric break out their cowboy hats for a special two-man episode where they review Dispatch to 16th Ave. the second studio album from the "proudly independent and unapolegetically southern" Nashville-based country duo Muscadine Bloodline. Muscadine Bloodline songs previewed on this episode include: "Dispatch to 16th Ave." "Dead on Arrival" "No, Pedal Steel" For the beard portion of the episode, Eric shares his thoughts on Genesis, a coffee, tobacco and vanilla scented beard oil f...
2022 Anticipated Albums, Bloody Knuckles Hand Repair Balm, Hopslam Ale
February 09, 2022 05:10 - 51 minutes - 49.3 MBJust when you thought it was safe! The boys are back and this time they're sharing some albums they are looking forward to in 2022. 2022 Anticipated Album Picks Include: Get Well Soon by King Iso (January 21) 11:11 by Pinegrove (January 28) Erebos by Venom Prison (January 28) Let There Be Witchery by Midnight (March 4) Impera by Ghost (March 11) Spring by Weezer (March 20) Immutable by Meshuggah (April 1) Fear of the Dawn by Jack White (April 8) It's Time...To Rise From th...
Albums We Missed in 2021, Icebreaker Beard Oil, Alpha Klaus & Crushing Mass
December 23, 2021 02:52 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBAh, it's that time of year again ... where Evan, Eric and Dan share some "albums they missed" — as in ones they didn't review on the podcast throughout the course of the year. Well, Dan and Eric brought some albums to the table. Evan just takes it all in. Dan's picks include: Glow On by Turnstile Lifeforms by Angels & Airwaves SOUR by Olivia Rodrigo Eric's picks include: Bleed the Future by Archspire Aeromantic II by The Night Flight Orchestra Hushed and Grim by Mastodon Also: ...
Black Label Society, Sonic Brew Beard Oil & Butter, Black Beers
December 07, 2021 03:20 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe boys — Dan and Eric — successfully arrange a Black Label Society themed episode with matching beard products and fitting beers. Evan sits this one out while friend of the pod, Alex, returns. His beer is not on theme, but we won't hold that against him. For the music portion of the episode the gang reviews Black Label Society's eleventh studio album Doom Crew Inc. They also get into some deep discussions about kilts and what it means to be a "Solider of Christ." In other words, this is ...
Silk Sonic, Magic City Beard Oil, Festive Holiday Beers
November 28, 2021 21:19 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBJoin the Beats, Beards & Brews crew for their first annual Thanksgiving Holiday Bonanza. Yeah, yeah, Eric got this edited and posted a bit late due to all of the holiday excitement, but we want to keep those good turkey vibes going a bit longer. First the gang grabs a slice of that silky smooth, Silk Sonic pie — in the form of the new studio album An Evening With Silk Sonic. Is the new 70s R&B project from Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak a gushy, gushy, good time? You'll have to tune in to f...
Jerry Cantrell, Honorable Mack Beard Oil, Hopititis & Boozy Pumpkin Beer
November 09, 2021 05:05 - 1 hour - 57 MBFor the music review portion of the podcast, Dan and Eric dive into Jerry Cantrell's third solo album Brighten. It seems like the Alice in Chains' guitarist was in a happier place as he recorded this one and we're here for it. We're also here for Jerry's fancy hat collection. Jerry Cantrell songs previewed on this episode include: "Brighten" "Prism of Doubt" "Had to Know" Evan joins the recording just in time to drop a quick review of Cantrell's latest. Then Eric shares his thoughts ...
Misfits Halloween, Camp Crystal Lake Beard Oil, Not So Spooky Beers
October 26, 2021 03:19 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBOn a very special Halloween edition of Beats, Beards & Brews, Eric forces Dan and Evan to listen to Misfits' 1982 debut album Walk Among Us on repeat. Well, at least Eric is listening on repeat. Misfits songs previewed on this episode include: "20 Eyes" "Astro Zombies" "Skulls" Next up, Eric reviews Camp Crystal Lake Beard Oil and Featherweight Balm from 1740 Beard Balm. Featuring a scent blend of orange, lemon, white jasmine, lily of the valley, geranium, and musk, this mysterious...
Unto Others, Sudsin It Up With Dr. Squatch, West Hill Brewing & Untitled Art
October 08, 2021 05:59 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBEric, Evan and Dan are all back for another episode of Beats, Beards & Brews to review Unto Others' second studio album Strength. Like em' or not, this goth metal/rock band certainly makes everyone feel a range of strong emotions. Unto Others songs previewed on this episode include: "Heroin" "Destiny" "Strength" Our fan favorite Sudsin' It Up segment makes its return, as Evan drops some thoughts on two different soaps from Dr. Squatch — Fresh Falls and Pine Tar. Remember to hide it...
Kacey Musgraves, Captain's Stash Candles, Pseudo Seltzer & Hop Water
September 22, 2021 04:18 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBEverything comes full circle, as Evan, Eric and Dan reunite to share their thoughts on Star-Crossed the fifth studio album from country pop sensation Kacey Musgraves. Her previous studio album, Golden Hour (which we also reviewed), was about finding love, among other things. It won several Grammy awards. Star-Crossed explores the full range of emotions experienced after a relationship and/or marriage ends. Grammy awards TBD. Kacey Musgraves songs previewed on this episode include: "Star...
Iron Maiden, Iowa Beard Co. New Fall Flavors, Double Hazy IPAs
September 20, 2021 05:55 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBThe last time the boys were talking Iron Maiden it was to pick their favorite albums in a very special tribute episode. Now, Eric and Dan are reviewing Senjutsu — the 17th studio album from the legendary heavy metal band. How does it stack up to Iron Maiden's classics? Tune in to find out. Iron Maiden songs previewed on this episode include: "Stratego" "Darkest Hour" "Writing on the Wall"* *We played "Writing on the Wall" in place of "Hell on Earth," as teased toward the end of the e...
Sturgill Simpson, Beard Vitamin Gummies, Pineapple Cake & Spicy Pumpkin Beers
September 03, 2021 03:22 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBEric, Dan — and briefly Evan (!) — return to their respective mics to review The Ballad of Dood & Juanita the seventh studio album from country's favorite rock 'n' roll outlaw Sturgill Simpson. Every new album seems to mark a change in sound for 'ol Sturgill and this one is no different. Next up, Dan and Eric report back in after consuming Beard Vitamin Gummies from Mad Viking Beard Co. for 30 days. Did they get results? Tune in to find out. And remember ... we ingested these gummies for a...
John Mayer, Mad Viking Soap, Collab IPAs
July 30, 2021 02:08 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB"Everybody's been dying to know what we think about John Mayer's new record, Sob Rock," Dan asserts at the start of this episode. What's that? You don't actually care what we think about John Mayer's eighth studio album Sob Rock?! Well that's too bad. Eric and Dan are dropping their review of this late '80s inspired pop rock record whether you like or not. So buckle up, buddy. John Mayer songs previewed on this episode include: "Wild Blue" "Shot in the Dark" "New Light" Next up, it...
Helloween, Dr. Squatch Galaxy Bundle, Tangerine Express
July 01, 2021 04:34 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBDan and Eric invite special guest, Alex, to join them for an action-packed European power metal episode of Beats, Beards & Brews, featuring a review of Helloween's 16th studio album Helloween. 3 classic vocalists + 3 shredding guitarists = one epic album. Helloween songs previewed on this album include: "Fear of the Fallen" "Robot King" "Mass Pollution" As if things weren't already epic enough, Eric revisits Dr. Squatch in the return of our "Sudsin' It Up" series. This time he tests ...
Mammoth WVH, Outrigger, Newport Nights & BBRR
June 23, 2021 05:09 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBDan and Eric return for a belated Father's Day edition of Beats, Beards & Brews — because there's never a wrong time to throw on some rock tunes, grab some brats, fire up the grill, and spend some quality time with your Dad (if he's still around) or some other fatherly figure. Why all the Dad talk? Because the boys are reviewing Wolfgang Van Halen's debut solo album, released after the passing of his legendary father, Eddie Van Halen, back in October 2020. Wolfgang's one-man, arena rock ba...
Van Weezer, Grave Before Shave Revisited, Pistachio Cream Ale
May 19, 2021 03:13 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBThe boys are back for another very special episode of Beats, Beards & Brews featuring "things that Dan likes." The gang kicks off the music portion of the podcast with a review of Weezer's fifteenth studio album Van Weezer. It is also the band's second full-length album to release in 2021 (following OK Human). Weezer songs previewed on this episode include: "Beginning of the End" "1 More Hit" "I Need Some of That" For the beard portion of the pod, Dan revisits one of the beard compan...
Gojira, Beard Octane Wash, War Tree IPA
May 12, 2021 02:56 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBWhip out those calendars! In a momentous moment in Beats, Beards & Brews history, Evan, Eric and Dan prove that they are true podcast professionals when they manage to bounce back from not one ... but two recording hiccups where Evan and then Eric got dropped from the recording completely and everyone kept their cool. We're going to assume that Evan did minimal to no edits on this one! Speaking of true professionals ... those Gojira boys! Wowee! The Frenchmen's seventh studio album Fortitu...
Bewitcher, Boxer Briefs, Big Beers
April 29, 2021 04:20 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBDan's got the devil in him, Eric discusses boxer brief pouch strategies, and Evan's head flies right off the top of his head in another action-packed episode of Beats, Beards & Brews. For the music portion of the pod, the boys review Cursed Be Thy Kingdom, the third studio album from blackened speed metal band Bewitcher, hailing from Portland, Oregon, and worshiping Satan. Dan also lays the foundation for a new genre of metal — Onyx Metal. Keep an eye out at your local record store. Bewitc...
Haunt, Sphinx Beard, Cherries Drewbilee
April 14, 2021 00:43 - 46 minutes - 43 MBEvan and Eric reunite on their respective mics once again amid the never-ending pandemic — they were social distancing before it was cool — to bring you another action-packed episode of Beats, Beards & Brews full of blazing guitar solos and ... cherries? The boys kick things off with a review of traditional heavy metal band Haunt's sixth full-length studio album Beautiful Distraction — not to be confused with the hit 311 song "Beautiful Disaster." Did we already mention the guitar solos? T...
A Conversation
April 02, 2021 05:07 - 33 minutes - 28.6 MBThe episode you are about to listen to is a conversation that took place between Eric, Evan and Dan that was recorded after allegations of sexual misconduct and sexual assault perpetrated by musician Sean Tillmann — who performs as Har Mar Superstar — were made public. We learned of the allegations shortly after releasing an episode of the podcast where we reviewed Har Mar Superstar’s latest album. This episode offers a behind the scenes look at the conversation that took place as we pro...
Har Mar Superstar, Ringing Bells Beard Oil, Sour Gimmick Beers
March 23, 2021 04:31 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBA talented singer-songwriter slinging mail for USPS. An aspiring actor selling beard oils as he works to make it big in Hollywood. Three hard-working dudes hitting the mics at night with beers in hand to record a podcast. Hear these stories and more on the latest episode of Beats, Beards & Brews. OK. Maybe that last example doesn't hit quite as hard ... but you get the idea. Eric, Dan and Evan kick things off with a review of the seventh studio album, Roseville, by Minneapolis hometown h...
Julien Baker, The Baker CBD Beard Oil, NEIPAs
March 10, 2021 05:38 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBClose the blinds, light some scented candles and curl up into the fetal position on your couch — it's time for yet another "sad boi" episode of Beats, Beards & Brews. This time the gang attempts to avoid falling into depression while reviewing singer-songwriter Julien Baker's third album Little Oblivions. In all seriousness, Julien Baker is a talented musician, definitely give the album a shot, just be prepared for an intensely personal and emotional musical journey. And check out the st...
The Pretty Reckless, Woody's Stache Wax, Winter Sours
March 02, 2021 06:43 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBEric and Dan are back to share some brilliant Grinch movie franchise ideas. Oh, and they also discuss The Pretty Reckless' latest album Death by Rock and Roll — featuring Taylor Momsen on vocals and a raucous guest appearance by Tom Morello. Note: Beats, Beards & Brews is not currently endorsed by Tom Morello's MasterClass series but we're waiting patiently by our phones for a call. Tom Morello. Us. A perfect pairing! The Pretty Reckless songs previewed on this episode include: "My Bo...
Weezer, Beardbrand Deodorant, Imperial Stouts
February 11, 2021 06:46 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBWe'd be lying if we said OK Human was the first Weezer album we expected to review in 2021 ... that honor goes to the yet-to-be-released Van Weezer ... but here we are. Instead of a rockin Weezer album inspired by Van Halen, we're listening to an orchestral pop rock record inspired by the pandemic. Strange times, indeed! Weezer tracks previewed on this episode include: "Aloo Gobi" "Playing My Piano" "Here Comes The Rain" In a new segment titled "Pittin' Out With Eric" the boys share ...
Bloody Hammers, Copper Johns Beard Company, Peanut Butter Beers
January 26, 2021 06:10 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBPut on your big boy — or big girl — pants and maybe grab a beverage for a little bit of liquid courage, as we've got an extra spooky edition of Beats, Beards & Brews for you! Eric and Dan return to their respective mics to review Bloody Hammers' latest, Misfits-inspired, horror punk album Songs of Unspeakable Terror. Bloody Hammers tracks previewed on this episode include: "A Night to Dismember" "The Brain That Wouldn't Die" "Not Of This Earth" Things get a little less spooky during ...
The Dirty Nil, Chicago Comb Co., Double Hazy IPAs
January 19, 2021 04:44 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBIt's the first episode of Beats, Beards & Brews in 2021 and the boys are getting rowdy. In a somewhat NSFW episode, Eric, Evan and Dan share their thoughts on The Dirty Nil's third studio album Fuck Art, misheard lyrics and all. If you like rock n roll riffs and catchy punk hooks, dive on in. The Dirty Nil tracks previewed on this episode include: "Doom Boy" "Done With Drugs" "Damage Control" Next up, Dan and Eric review not one ... not two ... but THREE carbon fiber combs from Chica...
Albums We Missed 2020, Duke Cannon Beer Soap, Even More Local Brews
December 22, 2020 09:03 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBThe boys return to their respective mics for the final time in 2020 to celebrate the 100th episode of the Beats, Beards & Brews podcast! To mark this momentous occasion, Eric, Evan and Dan selected three albums they missed a chance to review on the podcast this year ... and proceed to do exactly that! Their album picks include Figure by Into It. Over It., Expectations by Katie Pruitt and Ravening Iron by Eternal Champion. These are not necessarily their selections for top album of the year...
The Smashing Pumpkins, Cookie Beers, Caramella Wheatwine
December 08, 2020 06:56 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBEric, Evan and Dan don't just invite anyone to join them in recording the Beats, Beards & Brews podcast ... so you know it's a special occasion when we have a guest on the show. Our long-time pal — and resident The Smashing Pumpkins expert — Alex joins us as we review the alternative rock legend's new synth-pop inspired double album, CYR. The Smashing Pumpkins tracks previewed on this episode include: "Cyr" "Anno Satana" "Wyttch" "Save Your Tears" Eric drops some quick hit recommen...
AC/DC, Combsgiving Gift Guide, Pilsner Pistachio Party
November 24, 2020 04:26 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBRock 'n' roll legends AC/DC are back in 2020 to make everyone's year a little brighter — and a lot more rockin' — with their 17th studio album PWR/UP aka POWER UP. How does the new album compare to the band's classic releases? Tune in to find out. AC/DC tracks previewed on this episode include: "Shot in the Dark" "Through the Mists of Time" "Money Shot" Next up, Eric shares some of his extensive hair and beard comb knowledge just in time for the "Combsgiving" holiday season. What mak...
Eels, Quarantine Wellness Check, Flavorful Stouts
November 10, 2020 04:57 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBGet ready to break out the tissues, as Eric, Evan, and Dan review yet another 2020 "sad boi" music release. Eels' 13th studio album Earth to Dora explores the full gamut of happy and sad moments that occur during the course of a relationship, and it provides a fittingly mellow, indie rock soundtrack for the colder fall months. Eels tracks previewed on this episode include: "Are We Alright Again" "I Got Hurt" "Baby Let's Make It Real" Now that you're good and sad, it's time for a Beat...
The Struts, Spirit Adrift, Chocolate Porters
October 27, 2020 02:27 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBAt Beats, Beards & Brews, we're all about value. In this episode, we give you two album reviews for the price of one! Eric, Evan and Dan check out the latest releases from British rockers The Struts (Strange Days) and U.S. rockers Spirit Adrift (Enlightened in Eternity). We skip the beard portion of the episode this go-round to save you time. Songs previewed in this episode include: "Burn It Down" (The Struts) "Cosmic Conquest" (Spirit Adrift) "Do You Love Me" (KISS) "Harmony of the...
Eddie Van Halen Tribute, Shop Local, Alpha King
October 12, 2020 04:30 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBEddie Van Halen — easily one of the greatest guitarists of all time, if not the greatest guitarist of all time — died on October 6, 2020. This episode is our tribute to all-things Van Halen. The boys dive into some band history and share some of their favorite tunes. Van Halen songs previewed on the episode include: Top Jimmy (1984) Why Can't This Be Love? (5150) Unchained (Fair Warning) Panama (1984) Eddie Van Halen rightfully steals much of the spotlight in this recording. In the b...
Public Enemy, Are Beard Products BS?, Verbal Tip NEIPA
October 11, 2020 21:33 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBThere were several albums Eric, Evan, and Dan could have reviewed on this episode of Beats, Beards & Brews. But Public Enemy's fifteenth studio album What You Gonna Do When the Grid Goes Down? managed to "beat them all" — *cough* it's clever because that's the name of a track on the album *cough*. Cue the boomer humor. While our reviews of the new album vary, we can all agree that Chuck D and Flavor Flav's rhymes are still extremely relevant in 2020. Public Enemy tracks previewed on this e...