Couch Riffs
387 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsThe Couch Riffs Podcast is hosted by musician Mike Squires and features a variety of musical guests of all backgrounds and styles. Please check out the video counterpart of this podcast on IG, YouTube, Facebook, and at the Couch Riffs website (www.couchriffs.com).
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Episodes
Couch Riffs Episode 42: Jefferson Angell of Walking Papers, The Missionary Position and Post Stardom Depression
December 12, 2019 09:00 - 2 hours - 156 MBMy guest on this episode is the finely focused and driven Jefferson Angell, best known as the frontman of Walking Papers. As a 20 year friend and fan of Jeff's body of work it was a treat to have him as a guest. We riffed about more stuff than I can possibly recount and list here. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed having the conversation. I believe it is a record-length episode. If you are enjoying this podcast please support by visiting couchriffs.com and listening to all...
Couch Riffs Episode 41: Scott Parker, Music Industry Survivor
December 10, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis episode's guest is Scott Parker, former record label guy, (my) former band manager, and former manager of Foo Fighters' studio, 606. From a record store to the label mail room and onward Scott has seen a bit of action over the years. Let us hydrate you with these juicy tales! If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast please like and share episodes! I appreciate all of the support I've received this year as the podcast has slowly started to build some momentum thanks to you. If you'd l...
Ep. 41: Scott Parker (Music Industry Survivor)
December 10, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBThis episode's guest is Scott Parker, former record label guy, (my) former band manager, and former manager of Foo Fighters' studio, 606. From a record store to the label mail room and onward Scott has seen a bit of action over the years. Let us hydrate you with these juicy tales! If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast please like and share episodes! I appreciate all of the support I've received this year as the podcast has slowly started to build some momentum thanks to you. If you'd ...
Couch Riffs Episode 40: Kelsey Warren of Blak Emoji
December 06, 2019 10:00 - 2 hours - 129 MBJoining us for this episode is New York musician Kelsey Warren of Blak Emoji, a dark and sexy electro-pop band from NY, NY. The new album, Kumi, is about to get a deluxe re-release in 2020 with new tracks and remixes. Kelsey and I talked about his music school and jazz background, how he was detained at UK immigrations once, and a bunch more. I hope you enjoy! If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs podcast please like and share episodes! I appreciate all of the support I've received, its amazi...
Ep. 40: Kelsey Warren (Blak Emoji)
December 06, 2019 10:00 - 2 hours - 128 MBJoining us for this episode is New York musician Kelsey Warren of Blak Emoji, a dark and sexy electro-pop band from NY, NY. The new album, Kumi, is about to get a deluxe re-release in 2020 with new tracks and remixes. Kelsey and I talked about his music school and jazz background, how he was detained at UK immigrations once, and a bunch more. I hope you enjoy! If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs podcast please like and share episodes! I appreciate all of the support I've received, its ama...
Ep. 39: Danny Bland (Author/Poet/Tour Manager and former bassist of The Dwarves and Best Kissers In The World)
December 04, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MBThis episode's guest Danny Bland recently published his third book, We Shouldn't Be Doing This, a collection of his dark and unique haiku with a long list of contributions from his fancy friend guest photographers. This new release builds further upon his 2nd book, I Apologize In Advance For The Awful Things I'm Gonna Do, a collaborative collection of haiku and photography with his longtime friend Greg Dulli. Along with the 2013 novel/biographical fiction release, In Case We Die, he is buil...
Couch Riffs Episode 39: Danny Bland, Author/Poet/Tour Manager and former bassist of The Dwarves and Best Kissers In The World
December 04, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBThis episode's guest Danny Bland recently published his third book, We Shouldn't Be Doing This, a collection of his dark and unique haiku with a long list of contributions from his fancy friend guest photographers. This new release builds further upon his 2nd book, I Apologize In Advance For The Awful Things I'm Gonna Do, a collaborative collection of haiku and photography with his longtime friend Greg Dulli. Along with the 2013 novel/biographical fiction release, In Case We Die, he is build...
Couch Riffs Episode 38: Billy Rowe of Rock 'n Roll Relics Guitars and Jetboy
December 02, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBThis episode's guest is a double-whammy! Builder of Rock 'n Roll Relics Guitars AND guitarist in Jetboy, Billy Rowe hopped on the line for a long conversation with Mike Squires and covered LOTS of basses. Including being a humbled worker, space alien conspiracy theories, his earliest guitar builds, and how cool Jeff Beck is. Listen in to hear about a whole lot more! If you are enjoying Couch Riffs please visit couchriffs.com to see all of our videos and podcast episodes as well as a link to...
Ep. 38: Billy Rowe (Rock 'n Roll Relics Guitars and guitarist of Jetboy)
December 02, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBThis episode's guest is a double-whammy! Builder of Rock 'n Roll Relics Guitars AND guitarist in Jetboy, Billy Rowe hopped on the line for a long conversation with Mike Squires and covered LOTS of basses. Including being a humbled worker, space alien conspiracy theories, his earliest guitar builds, and how cool Jeff Beck is. Listen in to hear about a whole lot more! If you are enjoying Couch Riffs please visit couchriffs.com to see all of our videos and podcast episodes as well as a link t...
Couch Riffs Episode 37: Bart Rose of Fort Worth Sound
November 29, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 99.6 MBThis episode's guest is Bart Rose of Fort Worth Sound in Dallas/Ft Worth TX. I've know Bart since grade school but his early impression on my musical journey began in high school when he showed me how to play an Outfield song while he sang it. That was a lightning bolt moment for me. He was always a talented player and singer and began recording on a 4-track early on, focusing on making things sound just right. I couldn't have been more impressed and I'm more impressed than ever today, all t...
Ep. 37: Bart Rose (Fort Worth Sound)
November 29, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 98.7 MBThis episode's guest is Bart Rose of Fort Worth Sound in Dallas/Ft Worth TX. I've know Bart since grade school but his early impression on my musical journey began in high school when he showed me how to play an Outfield song while he sang it. That was a lightning bolt moment for me. He was always a talented player and singer and began recording on a 4-track early on, focusing on making things sound just right. I couldn't have been more impressed and I'm more impressed than ever today, all t...
Ep. 36: James Carbonetti (Carbonetti Guitars and Caveman)
November 27, 2019 09:00 - 2 hours - 131 MBOur guest this episode is NY native and man about town, James Carbonetti. James builds the beautiful and unique Carbonetti Guitars, plays guitar in Caveman, and operates The Guitar Shop NYC, an awesome store and workshop with a focus on smaller and independent builders and used gear. They host events in their impressive space and if you have the opportunity to attend one of these, I wholeheartedly encourage you to do so. Be sure to check out the links above to see some of Carbonetti's incred...
Couch Riffs Episode 36: James Carbonetti of Carbonetti Guitars and Caveman
November 27, 2019 09:00 - 2 hours - 132 MBOur guest this episode is NY native and man about town, James Carbonetti. James builds the beautiful and unique Carbonetti Guitars, plays guitar in Caveman, and operates The Guitar Shop NYC, an awesome store and workshop with a focus on smaller and independent builders and used gear. They host events in their impressive space and if you have the opportunity to attend one of these, I wholeheartedly encourage you to do so. Be sure to check out the links above to see some of Carbonetti's incred...
Couch Riffs Episode 35: Hutch Harris of The Thermals
November 25, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBThis episode of the Couch Riffs Podcast we have Portland's finest, Hutch Harris of now defunct band, The Thermals. I've probably spent more hours listening to The Thermals than any other Portland band. Possibly any other NW band, to be honest. Anyway, you get the idea. I loved The Thermals and was sad to hear that they broke up last year. Hutch released a solo album earlier this year and is currently working on some more new music which makes me very happy! Thanks for supporting Couch Riff...
Ep. 35: Hutch Harris (The Thermals)
November 25, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBThis episode of the Couch Riffs Podcast we have Portland's finest, Hutch Harris of now defunct band, The Thermals. I've probably spent more hours listening to The Thermals than any other Portland band. Possibly any other NW band, to be honest. Anyway, you get the idea. I loved The Thermals and was sad to hear that they broke up last year. Hutch released a solo album earlier this year and is currently working on some more new music which makes me very happy! Thanks for supporting Couch Ri...
Ep. 34: Steven McSwain (McSwain Guitars)
November 22, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 99.2 MBThis episode of Couch Riffs our guest is Steven McSwain of McSwain Guitars. Absolutely ridiculous, intricate industrial/art guitars that do not disappoint! This man is responsible for my notorious Gold Sparkle Fretless Flying V as well as the intensely opulent Chrome Hearts Les Paul we commissioned for Duff McKagan's birthday one year. Pretty much anything you can imagine, this man can find a way to make it a reality. Go check out his guitars after you listen to this episode! If you're en...
Couch Riffs Episode 34: Steven McSwain of McSwain Guitars
November 22, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBThis episode of Couch Riffs our guest is Steven McSwain of McSwain Guitars. Absolutely ridiculous, intricate industrial/art guitars that do not disappoint! This man is responsible for my notorious Gold Sparkle Fretless Flying V as well as the intensely opulent Chrome Hearts Les Paul we commissioned for Duff McKagan's birthday one year. Pretty much anything you can imagine, this man can find a way to make it a reality. Go check out his guitars after you listen to this episode! If you're enj...
Ep. 33: Wolfe Macleod (Wolfetone Pickups)
November 20, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBThis episode's guest is the one I've known the longest of any (so far), Wolfe Macleod of Wolfetone Pickups in Seattle WA. Wolfe and I grew up in the same small town and both left early in life, even as beautiful of a place that Granite Falls is. Wolfetone Pickups are hand built by Wolfe in his shop in North Seattle where he also houses his collection of swords, fantasy art, and Porsches. He's quite the fancy lad! Be sure to check out Wolfetone's Black Friday sale this year, spanning from Tha...
Couch Riffs Episode 33: Wolfe Macleod of Wolfetone Pickups
November 20, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBThis episode's guest is the one I've known the longest of any (so far), Wolfe Macleod of Wolfetone Pickups in Seattle WA. Wolfe and I grew up in the same small town and both left early in life, even as beautiful of a place that Granite Falls is. Wolfetone Pickups are hand built by Wolfe in his shop in North Seattle where he also houses his collection of swords, fantasy art, and Porsches. He's quite the fancy lad! Be sure to check out Wolfetone's Black Friday sale this year, spanning from Tha...
Couch Riffs Episode 32: Jon Sullivan of Sully Guitars
November 18, 2019 13:00 - 2 hours - 138 MBThis episode's Couch Riffs guest hardly needs an introduction if you're a person in the guitar building community. Jon Sullivan of Sully Guitars has been around for years making guitars and friends in the guitar world because, well, he's really charming and likable. Oh, and he builds really killer guitars influenced by some of his favorite things: KISS, Randy Rhoads, Sparkles, and making sure something looks as cool as it is functional. If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast please go ...
Ep. 32: Jon Sullivan (Sully Guitars)
November 18, 2019 13:00 - 2 hours - 137 MBThis episode's Couch Riffs guest hardly needs an introduction if you're a person in the guitar building community. Jon Sullivan of Sully Guitars has been around for years making guitars and friends in the guitar world because, well, he's really charming and likable. Oh, and he builds really killer guitars influenced by some of his favorite things: KISS, Randy Rhoads, Sparkles, and making sure something looks as cool as it is functional. If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast please go...
Couch Riffs Episode 31: Robb Cappelletto
November 14, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 80 MBThis episode of Couch Riffs features Toronto-based guitar maniac, Robb Cappelletto. If you aren't familiar with Robb's brand of prog/jazz/rock writing and playing, do yourself a favor. Go find him on Spotify, iTunes, or band camp. He's a monster! And, we enjoyed a long conversation about his death metal roots and transition in to the jazz world. His new solo album, Double Red, is due November 21, 2019 and I would highly recommend giving it some spins. If you're enjoying Couch Riffs please ...
Ep. 31: Robb Cappelletto
November 14, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 79.1 MBThis episode of Couch Riffs features Toronto-based guitar maniac, Robb Cappelletto. If you aren't familiar with Robb's brand of prog/jazz/rock writing and playing, do yourself a favor. Go find him on Spotify, iTunes, or band camp. He's a monster! And, we enjoyed a long conversation about his death metal roots and transition in to the jazz world. His new solo album, Double Red, is due November 21, 2019 and I would highly recommend giving it some spins. If you're enjoying Couch Riffs pleas...
Ep. 30: Dallas Seger (Seger Guitars)
November 11, 2019 11:41 - 2 hours - 123 MBThis episode of the Couch Riffs Podcast features guest Dallas Seger of Seger Guitars out of Bangor, Maine. If I've said it once, I've said it a million times, "The Seger YG model has the sickest carve you will find anywhere". I'll stand by that, too. Go check out his beautiful guitars online and on instagram and any chance you have to play one, take it. If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast please go to our website to find all of our video and podcast episodes as well as a link to o...
Couch Riffs Episode 30: Dallas Seger of Seger Guitars
November 11, 2019 11:41 - 2 hours - 124 MBThis episode of the Couch Riffs Podcast features guest Dallas Seger of Seger Guitars out of Bangor, Maine. If I've said it once, I've said it a million times, "The Seger YG model has the sickest carve you will find anywhere". I'll stand by that, too. Go check out his beautiful guitars online and on instagram and any chance you have to play one, take it. If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast please go to our website to find all of our video and podcast episodes as well as a link to ou...
Couch Riffs Episode 29: Tony Reed of Mos Generator, Hot Spring Water, and Big Scenic Nowhere
November 07, 2019 11:14 - 2 hours - 126 MBThis episode of Couch Riffs Podcast features guest Tony Reed, the creator of one of my all-time favorite albums, Mos Generator's "The Late Great Planet Earth". If you've never heard this album, do yourself a favor and give it a spin with a good set of headphones on. I've included the link for you above. You won't regret it. But, Tony is a busy man in the studio and on the road so to minimize his musical output to only this (amazing) album would not paint a complete picture. One of the more...
Ep. 29: Tony Reed (Mos Generator, Hot Spring Water, and Big Scenic Nowhere)
November 07, 2019 11:14 - 2 hours - 125 MBThis episode of Couch Riffs Podcast features guest Tony Reed, the creator of one of my all-time favorite albums, Mos Generator's "The Late Great Planet Earth". If you've never heard this album, do yourself a favor and give it a spin with a good set of headphones on. I've included the link for you above. You won't regret it. But, Tony is a busy man in the studio and on the road so to minimize his musical output to only this (amazing) album would not paint a complete picture. One of the mor...
Ep. 28: Johnny Wator (Daredevil Pedals)
November 04, 2019 01:14 - 2 hours - 120 MBThis episode features independent pedal builder and musician Johnny Water of Daredevil Pedals, The Last Vegas, and The Evictions who are about to record a new album. Started in Chicago, Daredevil Pedals is putting out some of the coolest pedals you will find around today including The Atomic Cock, The Earl Slick Signature Octave Fuzz, and the Ron Asheton LTD Edition Real Cool Fuzz. https://daredevilpedals.com http://theevictions.com If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast please co...
Couch Riffs Episode 28: Johnny Wator of Daredevil Pedals
November 04, 2019 01:14 - 2 hours - 121 MBThis episode features independent pedal builder and musician Johnny Water of Daredevil Pedals, The Last Vegas, and The Evictions who are about to record a new album. Started in Chicago, Daredevil Pedals is putting out some of the coolest pedals you will find around today including The Atomic Cock, The Earl Slick Signature Octave Fuzz, and the Ron Asheton LTD Edition Real Cool Fuzz. https://daredevilpedals.com http://theevictions.com If you're enjoying the Couch Riffs Podcast please consi...
Ep. 27: Derek Springer (Rola Amps and Union Jack Amps)
November 01, 2019 02:33 - 1 hour - 105 MBThis episode features guitar amp builder Derek Springer of Rola Amps in Tacoma, WA. If you've seen a rock show in Seattle in the last 8 years or so there is a pretty good chance you've seen and heard a Union Jack or Rola Amp delivering the goods. They're owned and played by a literal who's who of Seattle rock musicians and they certainly seem to be finding a wider and wider audience. Be sure to go check out https://www.rolaamps.com to see their amp line-up or Instagram @rolaamps the Pea...
Couch Riffs Episode 27: Derek Springer of Rola Amps and Union Jack Amps
November 01, 2019 02:33 - 1 hour - 106 MBThis episode features guitar amp builder Derek Springer of Rola Amps in Tacoma, WA. If you've seen a rock show in Seattle in the last 8 years or so there is a pretty good chance you've seen and heard a Union Jack or Rola Amp delivering the goods. They're owned and played by a literal who's who of Seattle rock musicians and they certainly seem to be finding a wider and wider audience. Be sure to go check out https://www.rolaamps.com to see their amp line-up or Instagram @rolaamps the Pearl...
Ep. 26: Adam Grim (Satellite Amps)
October 28, 2019 13:00 - 2 hours - 124 MBThe newest episode in a series with independent builders and makers in the music world! Adam Grim is not a shy man. He loves to tell a story and he certainly has some to tell. He also builds great guitar and bass amps (and has a line of pedals and builds Satellite Guitars!!!) in San Diego, CA. Check out his website: satelliteamps.com and his instagram (@satelliteamps) to see his beautiful looking and sounding creations. Don't forget to leave a 5-star review and remember, sharing is caring...
Couch Riffs Podcast Ep. 26: Adam Grim of Satellite Amps
October 28, 2019 13:00 - 2 hours - 127 MBThe newest episode in a series with independent builders and makers in the music world! Adam Grim is not a shy man. He loves to tell a story and he certainly has some to tell. He also builds great guitar and bass amps (and has a line of pedals and builds Satellite Guitars!!!) in San Diego, CA. Check out his website: satelliteamps.com and his instagram (@satelliteamps) to see his beautiful looking and sounding creations. Don't forget to leave a 5-star review and remember, sharing is caring!...
Couch Riffs Episode 26: Adam Grim of Satellite Amps
October 28, 2019 13:00 - 2 hours - 125 MBThe newest episode in a series with independent builders and makers in the music world! Adam Grim is not a shy man. He loves to tell a story and he certainly has some to tell. He also builds great guitar and bass amps (and has a line of pedals and builds Satellite Guitars!!!) in San Diego, CA. Check out his website: satelliteamps.com and his instagram (@satelliteamps) to see his beautiful looking and sounding creations. Don't forget to leave a 5-star review and remember, sharing is caring!...
Couch Riffs Episode 25: Keith Horne of Marvin Guitars
October 24, 2019 15:50 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBThis is the first in a series of episodes through the end of 2019 featuring independent music instrument builders and makers. Keith Horne has been hand building Marvin Guitars since 2015 and is doing amazing work. His website announces, "They don't make them like they used to. So I do" and its true! His list of clients include Christian Martucci (Dee Dee Ramone/Stonesour/Black Star Riders), Acey Slade (Misfits/Dope/Joan Jett), Jeff Pilson (Dokken/Foreigner), Matt Gabs (The Biters) and yours...
Ep. 25: Keith Horne (Marvin Guitars)
October 24, 2019 15:50 - 1 hour - 76 MBThis is the first in a series of episodes through the end of 2019 featuring independent music instrument builders and makers. Keith Horne has been hand building Marvin Guitars since 2015 and is doing amazing work. His website announces, "They don't make them like they used to. So I do" and its true! His list of clients include Christian Martucci (Dee Dee Ramone/Stonesour/Black Star Riders), Acey Slade (Misfits/Dope/Joan Jett), Jeff Pilson (Dokken/Foreigner), Matt Gabs (The Biters) and yours...
Couch Riffs Episode 24: Kim Warnick of Fastbacks and Visqueen
October 09, 2019 20:50 - 2 hours - 138 MBThis Episode of Couch Riffs Podcast we are SO happy to have our first woman and one of our favorites of all time: Kim Warnick of The Fastbacks. If you don't know Kim or The Fastbacks you're missing out. She's essentially the queen of Seattle punk rock and played bass and sang in Fastbacks from 1979-2001 before joining the amazing Visqueen along with another incredible woman musician, Rachel Flotard. Collectively Visqueen may have been the most well-loved band musically and personally in Seat...
Ep. 24: Kim Warnick (Fastbacks/Visqueen)
October 09, 2019 20:50 - 2 hours - 137 MBThis Episode of Couch Riffs Podcast we are SO happy to have our first woman and one of our favorites of all time: Kim Warnick of The Fastbacks. If you don't know Kim or The Fastbacks you're missing out. She's essentially the queen of Seattle punk rock and played bass and sang in Fastbacks from 1979-2001 before joining the amazing Visqueen along with another incredible woman musician, Rachel Flotard. Collectively Visqueen may have been the most well-loved band musically and personally in Seat...
Ep. 23 : part 2 Frank Sidoris (Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators)
October 01, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBPart 2 of my very long and fun conversation with Frank Sidoris of Slash's band, Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did! Thanks for listening! Please check out the other Couch Riffs Podcast episodes and don't forget to watch the Couch Riffs video performance series. Its available on IG, FaceBook, and YouTube. If you're enjoying Couch Riffs and you want to be supportive you can pledge monthly support for as little as .99 at anchor.fm/couch-riffs or if you wa...
Couch Riffs Episode 22 : part 1 Frank Sidoris of Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators
October 01, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThe youngest of The Conspirators by many years, Frank has the amazing position of holding it now for one of the most (if not THE most) recognizable and well-loved guitarists of all-time, Slash. This also practically makes us 2nd cousins. This Couch Riffs Podcast conversation with Frank Sidoris was so fun it was 2 hours long before we even realized it! So, it is broken up in to 2 parts, episode 22 and episode 23. Thanks for listening to Couch Riffs. Be sure to check out the Couch Riffs video ...
Couch Riffs Episode 23 : part 2 Frank Sidoris of Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators
October 01, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBPart 2 of my very long and fun conversation with Frank Sidoris of Slash's band, Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did! Thanks for listening! Please check out the other Couch Riffs Podcast episodes and don't forget to watch the Couch Riffs video performance series. Its available on IG, FaceBook, and YouTube. If you're enjoying Couch Riffs and you want to be supportive you can pledge monthly support for as little as .99 at anchor.fm/couch-riffs or if you wa...
Ep. 22 : part 1 Frank Sidoris (Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators)
October 01, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBThe youngest of The Conspirators by many years, Frank has the amazing position of holding it now for one of the most (if not THE most) recognizable and well-loved guitarists of all-time, Slash. This also practically makes us 2nd cousins. This Couch Riffs Podcast conversation with Frank Sidoris was so fun it was 2 hours long before we even realized it! So, it is broken up in to 2 parts, episode 22 and episode 23. Thanks for listening to Couch Riffs. Be sure to check out the Couch Riffs video ...
Couch Riffs Episode 21 : Eric Howk of Portugal. The Man
September 13, 2019 13:37 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBMy guest this week is the always-a-good-time, shred loving guitarist Eric Howk of the band Portugal. The Man. Eric is a veteran of the Seattle music scene, a great player, a smart musician and writer, and an awesome asset to any band I've seen him play in. Eric is also a wheelchair user which creates touring situations where awkward and seemingly inconvenient situations for other touring musicians can quickly turn in to near nightmares. But, my man is a champion and a true lover of music and...
Ep. 21 : Eric Howk (Portugal. The Man)
September 13, 2019 13:37 - 1 hour - 72 MBMy guest this week is the always-a-good-time, shred loving guitarist Eric Howk of the band Portugal. The Man. Eric is a veteran of the Seattle music scene, a great player, a smart musician and writer, and an awesome asset to any band I've seen him play in. Eric is also a wheelchair user which creates touring situations where awkward and seemingly inconvenient situations for other touring musicians can quickly turn in to near nightmares. But, my man is a champion and a true lover of music and...
Ep. 20 : Luke Doucet (Whitehorse, Sarah McLachlan and Veal)
August 21, 2019 14:15 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBCouch Riffs is very happy to have Luke Doucet as a guest. I've been a longtime fan of Luke's music and, in particular, his guitar playing. We cover a lot of stuff here, but don't really talk much about guitar playing, oddly enough. But, I mean, how boring is it to TALK about guitar playing. Playing guitar is much more fun. We do manage to talk about drugs, 70s/80s glam music, homophobia and drugs, though. I hope you enjoy! If you want to help support Couch Riffs please go visit our new Etsy ...
Couch Riffs Episode 20 : Luke Doucet of Whitehorse, Sarah McLachlan and Veal
August 21, 2019 14:15 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBCouch Riffs is very happy to have Luke Doucet as a guest. I've been a longtime fan of Luke's music and, in particular, his guitar playing. We cover a lot of stuff here, but don't really talk much about guitar playing, oddly enough. But, I mean, how boring is it to TALK about guitar playing. Playing guitar is much more fun. We do manage to talk about drugs, 70s/80s glam music, homophobia and drugs, though. I hope you enjoy! If you want to help support Couch Riffs please go visit our new Etsy ...
Ep. 19: Christian Martucci (Stonesour/Black Star Riders)
August 02, 2019 01:11 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBThis week Mike talks with Christian Martucci, a rock 'n roll lifer who had the talent to make some higher level stuff happen and the persistence and patience that it sometimes takes to have your number called. And, it couldn't have happened to a more humble and nice dude. His career is a perfect example of doing it for the right reasons, letting opportunities present themselves, and knowing when to pursue or pass on them. The week of this podcast's release Christian releases a solo EP wit...
Couch Riffs Episode 19: Christian Martucci of Stonesour and Black Star Riders
August 02, 2019 01:11 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBThis week Mike talks with Christian Martucci, a rock 'n roll lifer who had the talent to make some higher level stuff happen and the persistence and patience that it sometimes takes to have your number called. And, it couldn't have happened to a more humble and nice dude. His career is a perfect example of doing it for the right reasons, letting opportunities present themselves, and knowing when to pursue or pass on them. The week of this podcast's release Christian releases a solo EP with...
Couch Riffs Episode #18 : Ryan Waters of Sade, Liv Warfield, Heart, Pink, and Roadcase Royale.
July 24, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBRyan Waters is as cool as they come. And, he's a wicked guitarist. And, possessing those two qualities will get you in to some great situations which Ryan most certainly has. His resume includes playing or recording with Sade, Pink, Liv Warfield, Prince, CeeLo Green, Roadcase Royale, Roberta Flack, and lots more. Ryan is currently out on tour filling guitar duties in the amazing Heart. Not a hint of ego or attitude from this fella, though. I hope you enjoy our conversation. If you'd like t...
Ep. 18 : Ryan Waters (Sade, Liv Warfield, Heart, Pink, and Roadcase Royale)
July 24, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBRyan Waters is as cool as they come. And, he's a wicked guitarist. And, possessing those two qualities will get you in to some great situations which Ryan most certainly has. His resume includes playing or recording with Sade, Pink, Liv Warfield, Prince, CeeLo Green, Roadcase Royale, Roberta Flack, and lots more. Ryan is currently out on tour filling guitar duties in the amazing Heart. Not a hint of ego or attitude from this fella, though. I hope you enjoy our conversation. If you'd like ...