Band Practice

Prepare yourselves for the most sinister and spine-chilling edition of the podcast to date. During this Halloween special, Jack sings a farewell to an old friend, Kyle attends his first summoning, and Spike is cursed and has a potentially near-death experience. Also, the boys get more than they bargained for when they invite the prince of darkness himself, Lord Satan, as a guest in the studio to give the band advice on how to rock. It’s sure to be a graveyard smash!

Jack reminisces about dealing with a shoplifter, Kyle wants everyone to watch the new Queer Eye on netflix, and Spike runs into trouble trying to order of the kid’s menu.  Also, the boys lean on Spike’s experience as a Houlihans bartender while they invent their own specialty cocktails during Segment of the week.

Tim Convy is our guest in the studio. You know him from the band LUDO, from the radio on Y98FM, from stand up comedy shows all over. After this episode, you’ll know him for his sharp analysis of the PGA. We talk about it all, and get the inside scoop on LUDO’s upcoming reunion show. Spike shares his affinity for sound-effect drops in his everyday life, Jack doesn’t want to haul his own amp for gigs, and Kyle moves another step closer to unveiling the truth, in his ongoing investigation of Spike’s actual age. Spotting Waldo is giving away pairs of tickets to the LUDO reunion show at the Pageant (OCT 27th). Go to ludo.spottingwaldo.com for more info & enter to win!

Comedian and Musician Sarah Pearl joins the band on this episode of Band Practice to play a little music and talk a little shit. Spike tries to avoid a beatdown, Jack talks cell phone use in the bathroom, and Kyle gets roasted, literally.

Spike tells us about his gig as a Six Flags performer and the band gets the inside scoop on what it’s like to work inside a theme park. Learn about the carny hierarchy within the park and what really goes on behind the scenes at Batman the ride. Jack pitches an idea for an adult themed amusement park, and Kyle gets nostalgic about the earnestness of retro jingles, plus pizza bagels. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode. Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Comedian Purdy Bee joins the band to talk stand up, concerts, and shares her musical talents. Spike tries paddleboard yoga, Kyle defends a Jason Derulo banger, and Jack’s buys a celebrity endorsed nose hair trimmer. Also, the boys debate the merits of three different songs that all have the same name in a new feature called “Title Match” during Segment of the Week.  New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Legendary Roadie turned drifter, and band acquaintance, Red Dog stops by the studio to make amends with Spotting Waldo and share some of his famous stories of sex, drugs, and rock&roll. Jack has a new strategy for dealing with hecklers, Kyle attempts a witch hunt after finding leather bracelet in the studio, and Spike aspires to be a corporate spokesman. Also the band does their best musical impressions of some classic bands during Segment of the Week. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo. 

Spike returns from Iceland and delights the rest of the band with his exploits in the land of Vikings.  Kyle is exhausted by Shawshank Redemption fans, and Jack works on a new impression. Also, band manager Brian stops by the studio to conduct a haphazard band meeting during Segment of the week.  New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Comedian and former Adam’s Off Ox drummer, Scott James sits in with the band while Spike is out of town. The boys reminisce about their favorite now-defunct venues around the St. Louis area. Jack forgets his guitar and has to scramble, Kyle breaks out the power tools, and Scott ambles his way through the lightning round during Segment of the week. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Shannon Yarbrough and Adam Hoppe of Sha’Dam! join band practice to talk wrestling, comedy, and share their unique musical stylings. Spike contemplates a future in stand up comedy, Jack wants to be a giant, and Kyle gives his review of the hit musical Hamilton. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

The band welcomes stand-up comedian Nathan Orton to join in on guitar and talk Smash Bros, John Mayer, and his first concert. Jack brainstorms a signature look through some new stage attire, Spike doesn't want to talk about his new car, and Kyle struggles to articulate the rules for a new guest feature, "The Gauntlet," during Segment of the Week. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

The Boys take to the streets and perform the world’s first ever busking podcast.  Jack proposes the idea of starting a clean cover band, Spike explains the paths to leather pants, and Kyle dominates the game…again. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Jack has another half cocked business idea and Kyle serves as much needed security for Spike as he hits the streets to pursue his busking dreams. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Spike AKA Symphonia shows off his bassy voice, Jack reviews Pretzel Boys, and Kyle pits Spike and Jack against each other in this week’s Waldo Game, "Rock Band ROLL CALL!" New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Kyle makes a temporary return from paternity leave. The boys address a PR nightmare and add a little production value to the show by composing the perfect theme song for Waldo game time.   New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Former Spotting Waldo guitar player and special guest, Chris Schmidt, fills in on Bass while Kyle is on paternity leave. The boys talk knives, farming, and Canadian cops and Spike takes on the spearmint peppermint challenge. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Jack has a surprise for the studio, Kyle considers corporate baby names, and Spike discusses his Joe Jackson style family theater company. Also, Brian the band makes his triumphant return with advice to help “hype” up the band. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

Spike returns from Ireland with tales of his world travels. The boys discuss ramen hacks and sex scandals. Kyle updates us on his culinary hero Greg from Greg’s kitchen and Jack shares his best investment tips to set you on the path to success and fortune. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.

The band is back with a version 2.0 of Spotting Waldo’s Band Practice Podcast. The boys debate Great Clips vs. Fantastic Sam’s. Spike get’s a massage at massage Luke’s and Jack get’s owned in a live version of name that tune. New, original music improvised and recorded for every episode.   Visit spottingwaldo.com for more music and everything Waldo.