Caffeine & Self-Esteem

This episode of Caffeine & Self-Esteem features our friend Danah Koch! She is a solo artist, and the singer for the band The Dead Pens. In this Episode, we discuss the local scene, some mutual friends (with some major shoutouts), making local artist playlists for Spotify, Supporting the local scene, best/worst gigs, and so much more! Follow The Dead Pens here! Facebook: http://facebook.com/thedeadpens/ Instragram: http://instagram.com/thedeadpens/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAjy5ddo964bsuxdT2jU0hA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3oOlWPRFGydDmBvwo0W47a Thedeadpens.com Follow Danah's solo music here! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dkochmusic/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 11 of Caffeine & Self-Esteem features our friend Zach Bellas, frontman of the band with the same name! Zach plays lead guitar and lead vocals for the band, and played in a few bands before that (Stay Tuned to find out which ones!) The lads discuss favorite venues, Zach Bellas' new album (OUT RIGHT NOW AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE!), the recording process, how wonderful the Maryland scene is, Touring, Supprting the local scene by making playlists, some of our friends in the local scene, Kevin makes some Caffeine Rush announcements, Jake has some Technical issues, and much more! Stream "No Questions No Answers" here! https://open.spotify.com/album/148HguIZgVaQ7YY9pvsUMx Follow Zach Bellas Band on Social Medias! Facebook: http://facebook.com/ZachBellasMusic/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/ZachBellasMusic/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode of Caffeine & Self-Esteem features our friend Geoff Kilian! Geoff is the guitarist and lead vocalist for the band Poison Orchid. Poison Orchid is based in Kent Island, MD; and play all over the state. The lads discuss how they met, why we changed our bands name to The Caffeine Rush, getting kicked out of/quitting a band, the best chicken tenders in the area of the Pod, how the shoot went for his video “Can't Win Lord”, writing a song in 10 minutes and the general songwriting process, best/worst gigs, and so much more! Follow Poison Orchid here! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/poisonorchid/ Stream “Don't Give Up the Ship” here! https://open.spotify.com/album/5wauBphkusPpkpIPOxl3iz Watch the Official Video for “Can't Win Lord” here! https://youtu.be/pZuBwm4K5XY DISCLAIMER: The video is cut short unfortunately due to technical difficulties, and we have since figured out why, and going forward have fixed it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 9 of Caffeine and Self Esteem features our friend Leela Dawson, keyboardist and lead vocalist of Del Florida! They are a wonderful multi genre band based in DC, and formed in Liverpool. In this Episode, we discuss the Annapolis music scene, how Del Florida started, small things that can throw off your performance, Best/Worst gigs, and much more! Find Del Florida Here! Facebook: https://facebook.com/delfloridababy Instagram: https://Instagram.com/delfloridababy Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/63XWNsmfIdvfTx57xEWG1r --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 8 is a recap with our good friends Cody Woolsoncroft from The Harbor Boys, and Jesse Johnson from The Vibesmen and Yutzi. We played a SOLD OUT show at Fish Head Cantina together the night before recording this episode. The boys discuss the show on the previous night, using in-ear monitors in a practice space versus using them on stage, as well as just using an in-ear in general, filming music videos, Jake makes Cody talk about how The Harbor Boys came to be, and so much more!  Follow The Harbor Boys Here!   Facebook: https://facebook.com/theharborboysMD/  Instagram: https://instagram.com/harborboysMD/   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0HUCPF2AmCd6Lfp768ev57?nd=1   Follow The Vibesmen Here!   Facebook: https://facebook.com/VibesmenTribe   Instagram: https://instagram.com/VibesmenTribe   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3FD6p1NaWmmEuWXgianprz?nd=1   Follow Yutzi Here!   Facebook: https://facebook.com/YutziMusic   Instagram: https://instagram.com/Yutzi_Band   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5d53pUWFy4TLn7j1ElJR38 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 7 features our friend David Hamner, Frontman of the band David and the Dynamos! They are an awesome rock band out of Southern MD, and have played a lot in that region. The lads discuss how Kevin and David know each other outside of music, working with other musicians, some stuff about gear, best/worst gigs, and so much more!   Follow David and the Dynamos here for upcoming shows and much more!  https://facebook.com/davidandthedynamos  Subscribe to their Youtube Channel!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRi9NLjirwlTSV-Fyk9U1-Q --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to episode 1 of our new podcast Caffeine & Self-Esteem!  This first week back, our good friend Justin Taylor hangs out!  The lads discuss guitars, the local scene, the music recording process, influences, best/worst gigs, and much more!   Justin's Website:  http://justintaylorband.com​  Stream "Hindsight" on Spotify!  https://spoti.fi/38WeUTa​ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we welcome Kevin's Cousin, our friend Henry Cloutier! Henry is a solo artist that played for many metal bands. The boys discuss the recording process, Dragonball Z, musicians and bands that transcend genres, old times, and so much more!  Follow Henry on Facebook!  https://www.facebook.com/henrycofficial​  Subscribe to Henry's Youtube channel!  ​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV6Hk2jTgYXbhNoC9QzlqOg --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 13 features Frank Lewis from One Koast Entertainment! The lads discuss the music industry, Frozen Harbor Music Festival, a certian "hole in the wall" on Baltimore Street that has the world's best chicken sandwich, tell some stories from some more fun times, and much more! Are you an artist/band that wants to play bigger shows? Would you like to play more shows out of state (MD) Shows? Do you need to book some talent for your upcoming event? Contact One Koast Entertainment! https://OneKoast.com/Contact.htm Follow One Koast on Facebook! https://facebook.com/OneKoast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 12 features our friend Megan Adrielle from Trapping the Spark! We discuss medical cannabis in our home state of Maryland, local music, musical theatre, Megan plays an original song (1:05:57) and a cover (1:46:49), and we tackle some sensitive material (from 1:23:28 to 1:39:41) Like Trapping the Spark on Facebook! https://facebook.com/trappingthespark Follow Trapping the Spark on Instagram! https://instagram.com/trappingthespark National Alliance for Mental Illness website: https://www.nami.org/Home Remember: You are LOVED! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 11 features our good friend TJ Dolan (Sweet Teej) from the band Sweet Teej and the Shuffle. The lads discuss equipment, local shows, different styles of hats, and much more! Stream "Some kind of Way" and more here! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Y9hkLB1oyYl0mvpNVdZfO BandCamp: https://sweetteej.bandcamp.com/ Visit Sweet Teej's Website! https://Sweetteej.com/ Follow Sweet Teej on Social Media! Facebook: https://facebook.com/SweetTeej Instagram: https://instagram.com/Sweet_Teej_ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 10 features our good friends/labelmates The Driftwood Renegades! The lads joke around, discuss the local scene, the writing process, equipment, best/worst gigs, and much more! Visit The Driftwood renegades' website! https://www.TheDriftwoodRenegades.com/ Follow The Driftwood Renegades on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/officialtdrband/ Follow The Driftwood Renegades on Instagram! https://www.facebook.com/officialtdrband/ Subscribe to The Driftwood Renegades on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLtHsuhraQ3sSXURS36FGng --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 8 features our friend Ariella Joy! We discuss being recognized in public, the local music scene, we tackle some deep subjects, and so much more! Here's her website! https://ariellajoymusic.com Subscribe to her YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/user/AriellaJoyMusic Follow Ariella Joy on social media! Twitter: https://twitter.com/ariellajoymusic Facebook: https://facebook.com/ariellajoymusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ariellajoymusic/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode features our friend Josh Lewis, Lead vocalist of Joint Operation. The boys discuss the Coronavirus, touring, the local scene, Jake fanboys a little bit, and so much more! Stream Joint Operation on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Y1kDWjW2TMpI2W2adrZhb Like JO on Facebook for updates, music, and comedy! https://bit.ly/2AZuFts Their Facebook Group, Joint Operators is here. Feel free to join the fun! https://m.facebook.com/groups/166692760638891 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This Episode features our friend Rivka Buchanan. We discuss when Kevin and Rivka first met, the duality of playing bar gigs, the local music scene, and much more! The title of the song Rivka plays during the podcast is "Want you to Stay (Feelings)" from "The Folk Art EP", Available now on streaming platforms! Stream "Want you to Stay (Feelings) on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/3zJFIibBVOyzh2hadRfjHB --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode #5 features our friends Cody and Dave from The Harbor Boys! The guys discuss old times, the Maryland music scene, best/worst gigs, getting tattoos, make some sudden announcements, and much more! Stream "Care Free" and more here! https://spoti.fi/3cf1Zto Follow The Harbor Boys on Facebook! https://facebook.com/TheHarborBoysMD/ Follow The Harbor Boys on Twitter! https://twitter.com/harborboysmd?lang=en Follow The Harbor Boys on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/harborboysmd/?hl=en --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 4 features our good friends Nick and Jesse from The Vibesmen and Podcast Hangs. The guys discuss local music, coping with the quarantine, The Last Dance, and more! There's also a surprise guest appearance! The Vibesmen's newest record "Kinda Live, Kinda Raw" plus much more is available on most music streaming platforms! Follow The Vibesmen on Facebook and Instagram! https://facebook.com/vibesmentribe/ https://instagram.com/vibesmentribe/ Follow their podcast "Podcast Hangs" here! https://facebook.com/podcasthangs/ Outro songs: "Endless" and "Contact Vibes" by The Vibsmen --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode features our good friend, Spencer LoSchiavo. He is the Lead vocalist/founder of the band "Spencer LoSchiavo & the Mystics".    His various links for music and Social Media are consolidated here:  https://bit.ly/2Lu3c4Y   In this episode, the guys discuss Social Media platforms, local venues, Animal Crossing, Musicals, and much more!   #roadto1500likes!  https://facebook.com/TheCaffeineRush --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we welcome our brother, and Lead Guitarist for our band (The Caffeine Rush), Joe Olszewski! The boys discuss various topics from music theory to medical cannabis paraphernalia, and much more! #Roadto1500Likes! https://facebook.com/TheCaffeineRush Our debut single is available FREE on all streaming platforms! https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thecaffeinerush/looking-back --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This introductory episode features the hosts, Kevin Sullivan and Jake Shriner of The Caffeine Rush. The boys discuss music, mental health, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and more! Like our band page on Facebook! #roadto1500likes https://facebook.com/thecaffeinerush Stream our debut single "Looking Back" on all platforms! https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thecaffeinerush/looking-back --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 5 features our friend Thomas Jasmine, AKA Sole. He is a rapper, producer, and D.J. in our local scene. The lads discuss Thomas and Kevin's time together in high school Chorus, and the various adventures that took them on, the local scene, the production side of being a musician, some tech stuff, and much more! Find Sole and his work here! Twitter: https://twitter.com/soledidit/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soledidit/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoleDidIt/ Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/SoleDidIt/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we welcome back our good friend and honorary Caffeine Rush member, Spencer LoSchiavo! The lads discuss the gig they recently played together with Spencer filling in on bass, Spencer's album, which released today! (January 1st, 2020) Jake tells a story about almost getting murdered, and much more! Follow Spencer on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/spenlosch/ Follow Spencer on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/spencerlosch --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 3 features our friend Ray Wroten! Ray is the Frontman for two great local bands (Ray Wroten and the Revolvers, Bond and Bentley), and another great musician in our local scene! The lads discuss Crabtowne (a fantastic restaurant/arcade in Glen Burnie that also hosts acoustic musical acts), the copywriting process, Ray delivers some sage wisdom, touring in a van, best/worst gigs, and much more! Here's where to find Ray's music, calendar for shows, music videos, and much more from him! https://raywrotenmusic.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 2 of Caffeine & Self-Esteem features our friend Spencer Joyce! Spencer is a solo artist in the Annapolis area from NC. He also fronts a band with a similar name "Spencer Joyce's Open Bar Band". Stream his newest single, "The Greatest Gift" here! https://spoti.fi/2Jo0X6a/ Follow Spencer on Twitch! https://Twitch.tv/spencerjoycemusic/ Subscribe to Spencer's YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/user/STJMAYN/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app