Couch Radio

Shelben 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©

Shelby 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.Connect on Instagram: @bassdrumofdeath and @firstnamesisabandMusic, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©

Look 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 | @firstnamesisabandMusic, socials, and more HERE Living Room Recordings©

Josh 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 it. We meant for it to sound cool. Let us know. Connect on Instagram @nolanpottersnightmareband & @firstnamesisabandLiving Room Recordings©Music, socials, and more HERE Couch Radio is a Podcast. First Names is a Band.

Shelbert 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 

Shelby 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

Shelby 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.  Click here to listen to 'Rapscallion'Connect on Instagram: @themurlocs | @firstnamesisaband 

Shelby 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. Fun Fact: Josh immediately bought new mic stands after this interview. Enjoy! Connect on Instagram: @theblackangels & @firstnamesisaband 

Josh 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 genre-bending, beat-driven, groovy record that you should check out right meow. 

Shelby and Josh talk to Lexi and Staz from 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 most importantly to announce their new sophomore LP, "Talk, Talk, Talk" via Third Man Records [Due out September 9, 2022]! Check out the music video for their new single, 'Lizzie' now!

Josh 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. 

Chelby and Joosh 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. Find them on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere else. Follow @jacuzziboys for new tunes, tour dates, candids, videos, art pieces, and more. Song Credit: The Pits by Jacuzzi Boys

First 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. Follow Bananagun [@bananagun_bananagram] on the internet's top social media applications and dance to their new record on Spotify, Bandcamp, and everywhere else. Song Credit: Out of Reach by Bananagun

Shelby and Josh 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. Watch him put out top notch content full of positive vibes @rongallo on social media platforms exclusively on the internet. Song Credit: You Are Enough by Ron Gallo

Tim Presley talks to Shelb and Jursh 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. Song Credit: Fog City by Tim Presley, White FenceTim is electronically on social media platforms as: @white_fence_official & @tm_presley

JT 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@melenasbandmelenas.bandcamp.comFind our band and other podcasts at:firstnamesmusic.com@firstnamesmusic

The Boyz conference call Dylan and Josh from Frankie and the Witch Fingers quarantine style. They are on the social internet @frankieandthewitchfingers. Look at their pictures and treasures. Also connect with us at @firstnamesmusic and firstnamesmusic.com.

The cringey boys interview Go of Kikagaku Moyo! Follow them on Instagram @kikagaku.moyo! Connect with us @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 receive 10% off of anything in store not already on sale.

The 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 receive 10% off of anything in store not already on sale.

In this episode we speak to Gabby Smith of Gabby's World. We talk in depth about her song writing process, and dive into the seemingly specific sounds that come from different parts of the country. Follow them on Instagram @itsgabbysworld! 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 receive 10% off of anything in store not already on sale.

First Names talk to Connor McCampbell from TC Superstar about songwriting, their latest album, living with mannequins, and more. Follow them on Instagram @tc_superstar! 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 receive 10% off of anything in store not already on sale.

We sat down with the band GYMSHORTS, and 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 ! 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 receive 10% off of anything in store not already on sale.