Couch Radio
43 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsShelby and Josh talk to other artists about their process, influences, experiences, and more.
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Ep. 0022 Die Spitz
May 18, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBShelben and Gosh met up with Ava, Chloe, Ellie, and Kate from Die Spitz. In the last year, they've taken over Austin with their energetic shows and new LP titled, "Teeth". Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0021 Bass Drum of Death
April 11, 2023 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBShelby and Josh are backstage, in green rooms, and in metaphorical dark alleys with Bass Drum of Death! They talk to leading man John Barrett, guitar wizard Jim Barrett, and human drum machine Ian Kirkpatrick. The boys chatted about growing up in Oxford, Mississippi, their experience with the pandemic, and what is was like working with Patrick Carney on their latest record, "Say I Won't" out on Fat Possum Records.. It is so choice, if you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up. C...
Ep. 0020 Andrew Cashen [A Giant Dog, Sweet Spirit, Tear Dungeon]
March 24, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBLook at us! Listening to podcasts. Becoming friends. Eating snacks while listening to said podcast. What a journey. JT gonna get ya in sync with this one. Shelby and he discuss many topics on this episode with their illustrious guest Andrew Cashen. Hombre is in numerous projects (including his solo action) and still has time to write on Spoon records. Time to clock out and Cash-en.™️ Connect on Instagram: @andrewcashen | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Record...
Ep. 0020 Andrew Cashen
March 24, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBLook at us! Listening to podcasts. Becoming friends. Eating snacks while listening to said podcast. What a journey. JT gonna get ya in sync with this one. Shelby and he discuss many topics on this episode with their illustrious guest Andrew Cashen. Hombre is in numerous projects (including his solo action) and still has time to write on Spoon records. Time to clock out and Cash-en.™️ Connect on Instagram: @andrewcashen | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Record...
Ep. 0019 Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band
March 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBJosh and Shelby. Captains of Cringe. Nolan Potter. Wizard of Weird. Can you imagine a more appetizing combo? (This is rhetorical. We know peanut butter and celery exists.) We filmed this in his house (with real cameras). This discussion includes topics such as: 1. Nolan's recording setup and process. 2. What really makes The Lord of the Rings special. 3. Is Austin still Austin? Dive deep with us as we swim the murky waters of Nolan. Did that last part sound weird? I'm feeling weird about...
Ep. 0018 Hooveriii
November 17, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBShelbert and Jernie speak to Bert Hoover of Hooveriii about music, the benefits of a label, and navigating the digital future via social media. Butterfly in the sky. I can go twice as high. take a look. It's in a podcast. A Couch Radio. Connect on Instagram: @hooveriii | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0018 Bert Hoover [Hooveriii]
November 17, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBShelbert and Jernie speak to Bert Hoover of Hooveriii about music, the benefits of a label, and navigating the digital future via social media. Butterfly in the sky. I can go twice as high. take a look. It's in a podcast. A Couch Radio. Connect on Instagram: @hooveriii | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0017 Runnner
October 27, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBShelby and Josh speak to Noah of Runnner. They discuss the song 'Eggshell', the recording process, and his upcoming February album release. He is now one of our best friends you can ask him he'll definitely say the same thing. Connect on Instagram: @runnner_music | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0017 Noah Weinman [Runnner]
October 27, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBShelby and Josh speak to Noah of Runnner. They discuss the song 'Eggshell', the recording process, and his upcoming February album release. He is now one of our best friends you can ask him he'll definitely say the same thing. Connect on Instagram: @runnner_music | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0016 Ambrose Kenny Smith [The Murlocs, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard]
October 11, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBShelby and Josh chatted with Ambrose Kenny-Smith! Amby talks about his early obsessions, where his work ethic comes from, and reveals the origin of his Shrimp nickname. The Murlocs' latest record, 'Rapscallion' is available everywhere! If you're a fan of delicious sonic flavor, this is absolutely for you. Connect on Instagram: @themurlocs | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0016 Ambrose of The Murlocs and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
October 11, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBShelby and Josh chatted with Ambrose Kenny-Smith! Amby talks about his early obsessions, where his work ethic comes from, and reveals the origin of his Shrimp nickname. The Murlocs' latest record, 'Rapscallion' is available everywhere! If you're a fan of delicious sonic flavor, this is absolutely for you. Connect on Instagram: @themurlocs | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0015 The Black Angels
September 15, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBShelby and Josh [First Names] sit down with all 5 members of The Black Angels in Josh's living room. The Black Angels are an American psych rock band hailing from Austin, TX. They talk about their sick single "El Jardin" and their new record "Wilderness of Mirrors" out NOW! They also touch on post-pandemic touring, gear, and why it's important to not put limits on art. Enjoy! Connect on Instagram: @theblackangels | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordin...
Ep. 0014 Zak Olsen [Traffik Island, ORB]
August 30, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBJosh and Shelby made a long distance call to Zak Olsen [Traffik Island, ORB, Hierophant, The Frowning Clouds] in Melbourne on April 27th, 2020. Zak is a stellar, prolific songwriter and multi-instrumentalist wizard who doesn't pigeonhole himself to a single genre. He's diligent to the craft and usually chooses to spend his days in his studio. He's most likely there right now. Like, right now. Traffik Island's newest record is titled 'Sweat Kollecta's Peanut Butter Traffik Jam' and it's a gen...
Ep. 0014 Zak Olsen of Traffik Island, ORB & More
August 30, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBJosh and Shelby made a long distance call to Zak Olsen [Traffik Island, ORB, Hierophant, The Frowning Clouds] in Melbourne on April 27th, 2020. Zak is a stellar, prolific songwriter and multi-instrumentalist wizard who doesn't pigeonhole himself to a single genre. He's diligent to the craft and usually chooses to spend his days in his studio. He's most likely there right now. Like, right now. Traffik Island's newest record is titled 'Sweat Kollecta's Peanut Butter Traffik Jam' and it's a gen...
Ep. 0013 The Paranoyds
June 29, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBShelby and Josh of First Names talk to Lexi and Staz of The Paranoyds. They create scowling, Shelby and Josh of First Names talk to Lexi and Staz of The Paranoyds. They create scowling, grungy garage rock goodness with clap-along twee. These LA natives came on the show to talk about surreal experiences, songwriting, and to announce their new record, "Talk, Talk, Talk" via Third Man Records! Connect on Instagram: @theparanoyds | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Livin...
Ep. 0012 The Feelies
June 14, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBJosh and Shelby call Glenn and Bill of The Feelies. This legendary band talks about their creative process, their perspective on success, what it's been like to meet music icons and more. Your hosts also learned that when the phone is plugged into the charger it creates a helicopter sound. So, that's neat. Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0011 Danny Gonzalez of Jacuzzi Boys
July 22, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBFirst Names talk to Danny Gonzalez, the bassist of Miami garage rock trio Jacuzzi Boys. Danny shares what it's been like to record multiple records, tour periodically for over a decade, and open for The Raconteurs. Jacuzzi Boys just released two new jams via Third Man Records. Connect on Instagram: @jacuzziboys & @firstnamesisaband
Ep. 0011 Danny Gonzalez of Jacuzzi Boys
July 22, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBFirst Names talk to Danny Gonzalez, the bassist of Miami garage rock trio Jacuzzi Boys. Danny shares what it's been like to record multiple records, tour periodically for over a decade, and open for The Raconteurs. Jacuzzi Boys just released two new jams via Third Man Records. Connect on Instagram: @jacuzziboys | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0011 Danny Gonzalez [Jacuzzi Boys]
July 22, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBFirst Names talk to Danny Gonzalez, the bassist of Miami garage rock trio Jacuzzi Boys. Danny shares what it's been like to record multiple records, tour periodically for over a decade, and open for The Raconteurs. Jacuzzi Boys just released two new jams via Third Man Records. Connect on Instagram: @jacuzziboys | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0010 Nick Van Bakel [Bananagun]
July 13, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBFirst Names talk to Nick Van Bakel of Bananagun, a Psychedelic 5-Piece hailing from Melbourne, Australia. They recently released their debut album, 'The True Story of Bananagun' via UK indie label Full Time Hobby. They pair quite nicely with a good ceviche and are probably featured on Professor Trelawny's Spotify. Connect on Instagram: @bananagun_bananagram | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0010 Nick Van Bakel of Bananagun
July 13, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBFirst Names talk to Nick Van Bakel of Bananagun, a Psychedelic 5-Piece hailing from Melbourne, Australia. They recently released their debut album, 'The True Story of Bananagun' via UK indie label Full Time Hobby. They pair quite nicely with a good ceviche and are probably featured on Professor Trelawny's Spotify. Connect on Instagram: @bananagun_bananagram & @firstnamesisaband
Ep. 0010 Nick Van Bakel of Bananagun
July 13, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBFirst Names talk to Nick Van Bakel of Bananagun, a Psychedelic 5-Piece hailing from Melbourne, Australia. They recently released their debut album, 'The True Story of Bananagun' via UK indie label Full Time Hobby. They pair quite nicely with a good ceviche and are probably featured on Professor Trelawny's Spotify. Connect on Instagram: @bananagun_bananagram | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0009 Ron Gallo
June 22, 2020 06:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBShelby and Josh of First Names speak to Ron Gallo of Ron Gallo via space age technology. Everything is chrome. Vehicles hurtle through the stratosphere. Ron talks about his new music, the role of ego, and adapting his creative process. He's a really nice guy who dives head first into whatever is inspiring him, and his music is evident of that. Connect on Instagram: @rongallo | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0008 Tim Presley [White Fence]
May 28, 2020 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBTim Presley talks to Shelb and Jursh of First Names about his latest LP, why people should be kind, and how wearing shorts on stage is a pretty big gamble. Definitely check out the new record 'I Have to Feed Larry's Hawk'. It is a repeat spin for sure. Connect on Instagram: @tm_presley | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0008 Tim Presley of White Fence
May 28, 2020 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBTim Presley talks to Shelb and Jursh of First Names about his latest LP, why people should be kind, and how wearing shorts on stage is a pretty big gamble. Definitely check out the new record 'I Have to Feed Larry's Hawk'. It is a repeat spin for sure. Connect on Instagram: @tm_presley | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0008 Tim Presley of White Fence
May 28, 2020 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBTim Presley talks to Shelb and Jursh of First Names about his latest LP, why people should be kind, and how wearing shorts on stage is a pretty big gamble. Definitely check out the new record 'I Have to Feed Larry's Hawk'. It is a repeat spin for sure. Connect on Instagram: @tm_presley & @firstnamesisaband
Ep. 0007 Melenas
May 12, 2020 17:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBJT and Shrube chat with the members of Melenas via Zoom. Melenas, hailing from Pamplona, Spain, speak on their creative process, the music scene in Pamplona, and their sweet new record 'Dias Raros'. Connect on Instagram: @melenasband | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0007 with Melenas
May 12, 2020 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBJT and Shrube chat with the members of Melenas via zoom. Melenas, hailing from Pamplona, Spain, speak on their creative process, the music scene in Pamplona, and their new record Dias Raros. follow them on the internets @melenasband melenas.bandcamp.com Find our band and other podcasts at: firstnamesmusic.com @firstnamesmusic
Ep. 0006 Frankie and the Witch Fingers
April 28, 2020 20:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBFirst Names call Dylan and Josh of Frankie and the Witch Fingers. We talk about their Indiana origin, playing live, how they approach recording, and their psychedelic new record 'ZAM'! Connect on Instagram: @frankieandthewitchfingers | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0005 Go Kurosawa of Kikagaku Moyo
February 14, 2020 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBFirst Names interview Go Kurosawa in an Austin, Texas hotel lobby. Go is the drummer and co-vocalist of Psych-Rock band Kikagaku Moyo. He talks about learning drums by jamming with his friends on the streets of Japan, how Kikagaku Moyo approaches songwriting, and what it has been like running their record label Guruguru Brain. Connect on Instagram: @kikagaku.moyo | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0005 Go of Kikagaku Moyo
February 14, 2020 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBThe boys interview Go of Kikagaku Moyo! Follow them on Instagram @kikagaku.moyo! Connect with us @firstnamesmusic on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
Ep. 0005 Go Kurosawa [Kikagaku Moyo]
February 14, 2020 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBFirst Names interview Go Kurosawa in an Austin, Texas hotel lobby. Go is the drummer and co-vocalist of Psych-Rock band Kikagaku Moyo. He talks about learning drums by jamming with his friends on the streets of Japan, how Kikagaku Moyo approaches songwriting, and what it has been like running their record label Guruguru Brain. Connect on Instagram: @kikagaku.moyo | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0004 with Shana Falana
January 29, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBThe lads interview shoegaze band Shana Falana! We chatted about songwriting, gear, and navigating the music industry. Follow them on Instagram @shanafalana! Connect with your boys @firstnamesmusic on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Music, videos, and Couch Radio Podcasts at firstnamesmusic.com. This episode is brought to you by Monkey Nest Coffee. Mention Couch Radio while ordering to get 10% off your order. Also brought to you by Waterloo Records! Mention Couch Radio at checkout and ...
Ep. 0004 Shana Falana
January 29, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBThe First Names lads interview indie, shoegaze band Shana Falana. There was chatter of songwriting, gear, and navigating the music industry. Connect on Instagram: @shanafalana | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0003 Gabby's World
November 21, 2019 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode Joshua and Shelbeniah speak to Gabby Smith of Gabby's World. Gabby talks in depth about her songwriting process. how she approaches recording, and how specific sounds seem to come from different parts of the U.S. Connect on Instagram: @gabbys__world | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0003 Gabby Smith [Gabby's World]
November 21, 2019 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode Joshua and Shelbeniah speak to Gabby Smith of Gabby's World. Gabby talks in depth about her songwriting process. how she approaches recording, and how specific sounds seem to come from different parts of the U.S. Connect on Instagram: @gabbys__world | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0002 TC Superstar
November 07, 2019 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBFirst Names talk to Connor McCampbell from TC Superstar about songwriting, their latest album R&D, living with mannequins, and much more. Connect on Instagram: @tc_superstar & @firstnamesisaband
Ep. 0002 with TC Superstar
November 07, 2019 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBCringey boys talk to Connor McCampbell from TC Superstar about songwriting, their latest album, living with mannequins, and more. Catch them on tour next week around the east coast! Also, follow them and stay connected on Instagram @tc_superstar. This episode is brought to you by Monkey Nest Coffee. Mention Couch Radio while ordering to get 10% off your order! Also brought to you by Waterloo Records! Mention Couch Radio at checkout and receive 10% off of anything in store not already on sa...
Ep. 0002 TC Superstar
November 07, 2019 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBFirst Names talk to Connor McCampbell from TC Superstar about songwriting, their latest album R&D, living with mannequins, and much more. Connect on Instagram: @tc_superstar | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Ep. 0002 Connor McCampbell [TC Superstar]
November 07, 2019 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBFirst Names talk to Connor McCampbell from TC Superstar about songwriting, their latest album R&D, living with mannequins, and much more. Connect on Instagram: @tc_superstar | @firstnamesisaband Music, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©
Couch Radio ep. 0001 with GYMSHORTS
October 18, 2019 20:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBCringey boys interview the band GYMSHORTS. We talk about making their record in seclusion, what type of gear they use, and what else they do for jobs while not touring. They are playing Nov. 11th at Rough Trade in New York with Dune Rats! Check it out This episode brought to you by Monkey Nest Coffee. Mention Couch Radio while ordering to get 10% off your order! Also brought to you by Waterloo Records! Mention Couch Radio at checkout and receive 10% off of anything in store not already on ...
Ep. 0001 GYMSHORTS
October 18, 2019 20:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBShelby and Josh sat down with the band GYMSHORTS! They talk about the making of their new record, what type of gear they use, and what else they do for jobs while not touring. Follow them on Instagram @gymshortsmusic !
Ep. 0001 with GYMSHORTS
October 18, 2019 20:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBCringey boys interview the band GYMSHORTS. We talk about making their record in seclusion, what type of gear they use, and what else they do for jobs while not touring. They are playing Nov. 11th at Rough Trade in New York with Dune Rats! If you have the means, check it out. Also, follow them on Instagram @gymshortsmusic. This episode is brought to you by Monkey Nest Coffee. Mention Couch Radio while ordering to get 10% off your order! Also brought to you by Waterloo Records! Mention Couc...