Rock Talk Happy Hour

Ep. 105 - Bad/Weird Music Videos

This episode, we list and discuss some bad (and weird) music videos. Cheers! YouTube playlist for Episode 105: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY9ldnyV714_QmBXowXzzL6YX9ZYpItCM&si=cU9sy5s23PMBSpyo

Ep. 104 - Favorite Music Videos

This episode, we list and discuss some of our favorite music videos. Cheers! YouTube playlist for Episode 104: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLY9ldnyV7149_GpSZSOYPRKUvRffJU2Ne&si=qMvjbPQU0VOTYVNz

Ep. 103 - Collaborations

This episode, aka the Chumbawamba episode (jk), we list and discuss some of our favorite collaborations, including ones that we find most interesting. We also talk Slipknot news,  lots of whiskey (and whisky), lots of hip hop + rock collabs, and a bit of Rammstein, plus tons more. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 103: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6toQp3cCa1YQZraCMn1ONc?si=b6c17d623541494c

Ep. 102 - Local Bands (Past & Present) - with Chuck Vans

This episode, we are joined by our friend Chuck Vans to talk Local music, including some of his favorites in punk, metal, hardcore, indie, goth, electronic, hip hop, and more! Cheers! -Check out the Spotify playlist below for all the bands mentioned this episode, as well as the links below to Follow and Listen to The Chuck Vans Show! Spotify playlist for Episode 102: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3i21U37nLnBOriC4E9VamK?si=786145aa964846f8 The Chuck Vans Show: Insta: https://www.instagr...

Ep. 101 - Songs About Monsters

Happy Halloween! This episode, we list and discuss songs about monsters, talk horror movies, and drink pumpkin beers. Cheers!

Ep. 100 - True Crime

We did it! Episode 100! Here, we talk True Crime, and discuss some of the True Crime stories of the music industry. We also catch up and talk music/concerts, after being away for 2 months. Thanks to all you listeners, to everyone internationally (Australia, France, Germany, Canada,...),  to Chuck Vans, and to Martin House Brewing Compmany. Cheers! Message us for some freebies! Email @ [email protected] FB: https://www.facebook.com/rocktalkhappyhourpod Insta: https://www.i...

Ep. 99 - Alphabet Drinking Game/Cheap Beers III

This episode, we celebrate and pre-game for Episode 100 with Round 3 of ratings and rankings of cheap beers, while playing our alphabet drinking game of band names! Cheers!

Ep. 98 - Australian Bands/Musicians

Audio issue. (bootleg episode)

Ep. 97 - LGBTQ Artists/Musicians

This episode, in celebration of Pride Month, we list and discuss LGBTQ artists and musicians. Cheers! Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 96 - Vs Google Bard: Top 5 Best Artists In A Genre

This episode, we each pick a genre and list the top 5 artists who we believe are the best of that genre; then, we ask the  AI, Google Bard, to do the same and see how our lists match up against Google Bard's. Cheers! Rocked YouTube Channel/Videos with Google Bard: https://youtu.be/H0DxIaaUIO0 https://youtu.be/c9QXKAmmb-o Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 95 - Environmental Themes In Music

Ep. 94 - Bands/Songs With Royal Titles

Ep. 93 - Songs Altered In Public By Fans/Listeners

PODCAST UP YOUR ASS! This episode, we list and discuss songs where, in public, fans/listeners have altered the lyrics and/or added lyrics/gestures. We also talk news of the past two weeks, including new releases by Ghost, Metallica, and Foo Fighters, as well as Fyre Fest 2, Adam Gontier reuniting with Three Days Grace, and Dominion Fest. We also welcome Feisty Frank. *This episode also makes our April Fools joke, of Country Talk Happy Hour, become a reality. Cheers! Happy Record Store Day! ...

Ep. 92 - Band, Song, And Album Names With The Color Green (Part 2)

This episode (Part 2), we list and discuss band, song, and album names with the color green! We also talk some music news and officially unleash Beer Towels into the world. Cheers! Green Spotify playlist for Episode 92: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3VB4gGCpMmxQZmVp89iNkk?si=0bd6bc9472b847e5 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 91 - Christian Rock Bands (True and Faux)

This episode, as Easter is around the corner, we talk Christian Rock Bands, true and faux. We list and discuss bands who were NOT Christian Rock but who were believed to be, bands who WERE Christian Rock but were not believed to be, bands with names who made people believe they were Christian, and lastly, bands who started of labeled as Christian Rock and then ditched the label and vice versa. We also talk about some shows/tours that were recently announced, taste test Coors' ice pops, and d...

Ep. 90 - Band, Song, And Album Names With The Color Green (Part 1)

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY! This episode (Part 1), we list and discuss band, song, and album names with the color green!  We also try a few beers with Irish connection. Cheers! Green Spotify playlist for Episode 90: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1A79SM0ZfZzwVZgLNMGXTC?si=db78d80d37b34e6b Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 89 - Six Degrees Of Song Lyrics

This episode, we bend the rule of Six Degrees of Separation to list chains of songs that reference an artist, who in turn have a song that reference another artist (trying to take the chain as far as it can go). We also talk some Mardi Gras (even tho we are late, while having "Mardi Gras" beers), talk Randy Savage and his music career, and celebrate our 666th adult beverage for this podcast. Cheers! Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 88 - Anti-Love Songs

This episode, we list and discuss "anti" love songs for a belated Valentine's Day topic. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 88: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/74xedhLkD3s6FQi6sftLRx?si=fe36f4b83a0843cc Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 87 - Bands Whose One Hit Was A Cover

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARIO! This episode, we list and discuss bands who had one hit that happened to be a cover song. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 87: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1inOYwateutVNdvNSv2QiE?si=7fa0947aa42942f1 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/ YourSA Readers' Choice voting: https://mysa.secondstreetapp.com/YourSA-2023/ Vote -Rock Talk Happy Hour in LOCAL PODCAST under ENTERTAINMENT & LEISURE -Chuck Vans in LOCAL RADIO PERSONALITY u...

Ep. 86 - Dumb Myths And Conspiracy Theories In Music

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRITT! This episode, we list and discuss some dumb myths and conspiracy theories in the world of rock, and celebrate Britt's birthday with craft beers made after sweet treats. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 86: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63WcfXUt4xKASR2zn4gmrd?si=3082e9c6923f4697 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/ Article about Zelda song: https://kotaku.com/no-system-of-a-down-did-not-make-a-zelda-song-but-thi-5885558

Ep. 85 - Lyrics That Make No Sense

Audio issue. (bootleg episode)

Ep. 84 - Songs/Albums About A Specific Year

Happy New Beer! Happy Brew Year! For the first episode of 2023, we list and discuss songs and albums about a specific year! We also talk some music news, some Chouffe, and about the new new for the podcast for 2023, all while taste testing and rating some craft beers. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 83: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/22ve5f1g5goXe3irW1p6Ds?si=2d53637655384f29 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 83 - BeerBoozled - with Des & Matt

*NOTE: There was a technical issue during recording that was not noticed until editing. Audio was recorded, but not in the ideal way. -Apologies, Mario For Live video, check out: https://www.facebook.com/rocktalkhappyhourpod https://www.instagram.com/rocktalkhappyhour/ This episode, we are, once again, joined by local lash artist Des Lopez, and local tattoo artist Matt Lopez! Here, we try a new game we created; a beer drinking version of the jellybean roulette game BeanBoozled. Cheers! De...

Ep. 82 - Songs About Winter

This episode, we list and discuss songs about Winter... IN HELL! (Just kidding?) -Last episode of 2022 with Frank and Britt, until 2023! Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 82: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6z398I8rCMeDACOx4qhe2u?si=ee6b25b1d0304d20 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 81 - Songs That Dated Themselves With References

This episode, Frank and Britt are back, and we list songs that dated themselves with some kind of reference and discuss whether or not the reference dated the song in a negative way. We also talk some news of the week, including Metallica's surprise release of a new single, as well as surprise announcement of a new album and tour, talk Ticketmaster controversy, and Fleetwood Mac's Christine McVie. P.S. We also taste test some craft beer. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 81: https://ope...

Ep. 80 - Black Friday - with Des & Matt

This episode, we are joined by local lash artist Des Lopez, and local tattoo artist Matt Lopez, and talk music,  as well as taste test some craft beers and "craft" chips. Cheers! Des: Insta @blackfawn.lash Matt: Insta @mattlopeztattoo Spotify playlist for Episode 80: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vnzysiU367UtkQKRCL7gx?si=fb974c13debe43f3 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 79 - Ozzfest 2022

Happy Veterans Day and Happy National Metal Day! This episode, we try some more craft beers while discussing Ozzfest 2022, the Metaverse, MetaVerse Music Festival, Sick New World Fest, and Metallica's recent 80's setlist. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 79: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5hlkAD5T2fIiY4aOlxpaay?si=900d6bc6acf744d8 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 78 - Bands That Wear Costumes

This episode, for a second Halloween-themed topic, we list and discuss bands who wear costumes; A sort of Part 2 to Episode 77. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 78: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5SmLDd5rZiys97Co171GgN?si=61c4f4b87d6d4f52 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 77 - Bands With Masks/Face Paint

This episode, to get into the Halloween spirit, we list and discuss bands who wear masks and/or face paint, as well as get into the history of masks and face paint in rock and metal. We also talk some news, including the recent announcement of Blink 182's reunion, Lacuna Coil's release of Comalies XX (full, in-depth review at the end of the episode; see Chapter markers), and talk some Depeche Mode, Weird Al, Janes Addiction, and Smashing Pumpkins. And, on the beer side, we taste test and rat...

Ep. 76 - Rammstein + NIN Shows

This episode (our industrial episode), we discuss our experiences at the recent shows for Rammstein (North America Stadium Tour 2022), NIN (U.S. 2022), Johnny Marr, and Dinosaur Jr., as well as Britt's experience at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 76: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Ai2f23iVJLH0I5amVUayp?si=0de4608586af4f55 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 76 - Rammstein + NIN

This episode (our industrial episode), we discuss our experiences at the recent shows for Rammstein (North America Stadium Tour 2022), NIN (U.S. 2022), Johnny Marr, and Dinosaur Jr., as well as Britt's experience at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 76: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3Ai2f23iVJLH0I5amVUayp?si=0de4608586af4f55 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 75 - GHOST Ritual

This episode, we discuss the band GHOST; specifically, two events that we were a part of in the past few weeks. One, being our attendance of the ritual in Austin, TX on August 30th (Imperatour - North America 2022), and two, being the Spotify Live Ghost Event debacle. We also learn how to say the word anonymity (word of the day), talk about our Six Degrees of Separation with GHOST, and, of course, taste test and rate more craft beers. Cheers! P.S. I was a little rusty and it showed around t...

Ep. 75 - GHOST

This episode, we discuss the band GHOST; specifically, two events that we were a part of in the past few weeks. One, being our attendance of the ritual in Austin, TX on August 30th (Imperatour - North America 2022), and two, being the Spotify Live Ghost Event debacle. We also learn how to say the word anonymity (word of the day), talk about our Six Degrees of Separation with GHOST, and, of course, taste test and rate more craft beers. Cheers! P.S. I was a little rusty and it showed around t...

Ep. 74 - Dumb Song Ideas

This episode, we list and discuss dumb song ideas while trying some Summer and Fall craft beers. We also talk some respectful smack and learn about IBUs. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 74: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1jWx7mOr6kfCg18JgihH8D?si=1920578fc76a4346 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 73 - Songs About School

This episode, as a "back to school" special, we list and discuss songs about school while trying more craft beers. Here, we belatedly celebrate Kim's birthday by taste testing and rating a Foo Fighters sake. We also welcome our friend Lydia to the show and belatedly celebrate her birthday as well, by taste testing and rating a Lord of the Rings beer. And on top of that, we do the same to a Misfits lager that was just recently released, give a quick review of Rob Zombie's Freaks On Parade Tou...

Ep. 72 - Summer Tours 2022

This (unscheduled) episode, we taste test and rate some beers that were piling up in the fridge again, all while talking a little bit of music; specifically, some Summer tours. Cheers! Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 72 - Some Summer Tours, Some Beer

This (unscheduled) episode, we taste test and rate some beers that were piling up in the fridge again, all while talking a little bit of music; specifically, some Summer tours. Cheers! Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 71 - Martin House Best Maid Pickle Beer Variety Pack

(Not sponsored) This (unscheduled, bonus) episode, we taste test and rate the new releases in Martin House's Best Maid Pickle Beer Variety Pack. We also rundown all of the Best Maid Pickle Beers we have had, which, might possibly be all of them. Cheers! Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 69 - Dirty Songs

NSFW! This episode, in celebration of Episode 69 (wink wink), we list and discuss dirty songs while trying more craft beers. We talk the big news of the week; the Pantera 2023 tour, gas station mix tapes, stripper songs, and lots more! This is a long one! (That's what she said!) Cheers! **OCTOBER RUST, NOT NOVEMBER RUST! BLAQK AUDIO, NOT CEX CELLS! (I had to correct myself here) Spotify playlist for Episode 69: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/74ETfukSlNs1bufRKilFYA?si=0237eafa2bfd44e5 ...

Ep. 70 - Martin House Brewing Company - with Marcos Montes

This episode, we talk Martin House Brewing Company (Fort Worth, TX), and their crazy craft beer flavors, with special guest Marcos Montes (Market Lead -San Antonio)! We taste and discuss tons of their taproom exclusives, talk a little about Glizzy Fest, and more! Cheers! -This episode: UNOFFICIALLY sponsored! :D Martin House + Marcos Montes social media: https://www.facebook.com/martinhousebrewing https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100037187120738 https://www.instagram.com/martinhouseb...

Ep. 68 - Songs About Summer

This episode, we list and discuss songs about Summer as a belated topic for the Summer Solstice! Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 68: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4fmvywLbFG9WVP7kHBRKur?si=7a831d91ed244abf Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 67 - Dads In Music

This episode, we list and discuss dads in music for our belated Fathers Day topic! We also read an "interview" with our favorite Reddit user Teh_Fonz, who was first mentioned in Episode 61 (Mario tracked him down), try a new Pantera beer, try another Deftones IPA, and find out who is the daddest of all the dads. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 67: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5ZCY25ZZ5zw7O8I9SSKUSs?si=e49b850696f44654 Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-...

Ep. 66 - Band Names With Anatomy

This episode, we list and discuss band names with anatomy! We also introduce yet another new segment, Martin House Minute (not sponsored), and we taste test and discuss their new hard seltzer line, Awesomesauce. We also try Iron Maiden's new beer (new collaboration with BrewDog), and Britt introduces a new taste test technique: snorting. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 66: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qcgDaD0fsHhxuvzCWEsO5?si=c415e52b12264ccd Complete beer list: https://rocktalk...

Ep. 65 - Movies Named After Songs (and vice versa)

This episode, we list and discuss movies named after songs (or lyrics), and songs named after movies! We also celebrate World Cider day and try some beers from Italy. Cheers! *Note: Jerry Only, not Doyle, is who I meant to say, is who continued vocals for the Misfits after Graves. Spotify playlist for Episode 65: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Izhm25CdZg0sR5wZBJbeK?si=0f8d9018075a4aec Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 64 - Actors Who Went Into Music

This episode, we list and discuss actors who went into music! We also drink and rate some Martin House Brewing Co. taproom exclusives! Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 64: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/12keyhMiWU5cJg49bVedAY?si=02ffda823354446c Complete beer list: https://rocktalkhappyhourpod.com/brews-by-episode/

Ep. 63 - Bands' Uses Of Alliteration

This episode, we list and discuss bands' uses of alliteration! We learn about what alliteration is, and list bands and/or songs that use it. We also try Iron Maiden's sake lager, an AC/DC ale, some sours, some seltzers, and talk about a distillery and brewery we visited. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 63: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3WvdWNCK91WiYAAtlkg0WR?si=009d47a10da14ca5

Ep. 62 - Moms In Music

This episode, we discuss moms in music as a topic for our belated Mother's Day show! We talk moms in bands, songs about moms, bands named after moms (?), Danzig, chicken on a stick, and death metal music released by a tea company. Happy Belated Mother's Day! Cheers, Mamas! Spotify playlist for Episode 62: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6eVqCMQYbESMm8QXSxt9h6?si=3b115c02cc024bce

Ep. 61 - Bands With Multiple Vocalists

This episode, we list and discuss bands who have multiple vocalists that contribute lead vocals. We also introduce a new segment to the show, Go Home, You're Drunk, talk a little about Earth Day, makeup, try beer flavored snacks (including jellybeans; coincidently for National Jelly Bean Day), which adds some ASMR for you sound freaks out there. And, of course, we try some beers. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 61: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ia39eZqE8Y2nRXWUg3S6s?si=09c670c74e9...

Ep. 60 - Band Performance Cameos

This episode, we list and discuss bands who appeared in TV and film and had cameos, as themselves, and performed in their scenes. We also talk Kittie's tea collab, try Pantera's lager, Iron Maiden's IPA, Troy Aikman's (not music related) beer, and the Girl Scouts'... beer collab? Yep. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 60: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1mfTzqwOLEkxwwDrypcSkb?si=b43b97b5b6204254

Ep. 59 - Bands' Uses Of Literature

This episode, we list and discuss band names, songs, and album titles, that are based on books/literature. Cheers! Spotify playlist for Episode 59: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1EMwq7E6Y6IYg8gM4Ob3Vm?si=df8bc9b802ae47a7