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My name is Jake Cook and I play in a band called The Backseaters and this is a Podcast for everyone! The main point of the podcast will be to talk to musicians about what it takes to pursue a career in music! Also, it will just be information for everyone who's passionate about anything!

Jake Cook


    • Mar 3, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 60 EPISODES

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    Don't Start A Band #57 - Matison Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 76:46


    Matison Card came back on the podcast for her third episode, and we had a blast! We talked about her new reality show, coming out soon: comingoutforlove.com We hinted at projects in the works! And we talked about everything under the sun regarding working hard, and making things happen for yourself! Follow her on IG: @matisoncard

    Don't Start A Band #56: Blonde, Passion In & Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2022 26:02


    Solo-Cast where i talk about the new Marylin Monroe biopic, "Blonde", i talk about the importance of following your passion, and what you're meant to be pursuing, and talking about what you take in as a human being is what you get out! Follow me on Instagram: @jakecookofficial

    Don't Start A Band #55 - LOML

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 75:55


    The wifey and I sit down and play a game called "Lets Get Deep" and we talk about our relationship, as well as advice and ideas for others! We also hint at the podcast we will be co-hosting, called the PreCome Podcast!

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    Don't Start A Band #54: Wash Park

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 81:49


    Keaton a.k.a. Wash Park was the best guest to have on the podcast to kick off the new era of the Don't Start A Band Podcast! New studio, new mindset, and a new realization that this podcast is something I'm meant to do! Wash Park: Instagram: @washparkmusic

    Don't Start A Band #53 - Mod Sun/Kanye Documentaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 57:40


    Wasn't going to put out another episode until my foot was fully healed and I could start having guests on again... But this past weekend I watched the first episode of the Kanye West documentary (Netflix) and the full Mod Sun documentary (Youtube, and felt so inspired that I knew I had to do an episode about them! I hope you all give the documentaries a chance, and I hope they spark that inspiration for you as well!

    Don't Start A Band #52: Broken Bones & Insights

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2021 80:04


    Wrapping up the sh*t show that will forever be known as 2021! I talk about what I'm listening to: Counterparts and Ruston Kelly. And i talk about the insights that I've gained this year that will hopefully connect with the listeners! And I might mention the fact that I broke my foot, and what I've learned through that experience... All In all, I just want to thank everybody who listens to this podcast! I love you all, and the support means more than you could ever know! Lets f*ck 2022 up!! (In a good way)

    Don't Start A Band #51: Matison Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 91:16


    Matison Card is a singer-songwriter, model, and actress! On this episode we focus more on her acting career because she is in a brand new horror movie coming out called Safe House 1618! We had a lot of fun talking about the behind the scenes, and the passion everybody involved had for making this film! Premier: November 13th/14th (2021) @ The Lyric Cinema! Follow her on IG: @matisoncard

    Don't Start A Band #50: Trevor Champeno (Pop-Punk Prince)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 96:17


    Trevor Champeno is the Pop-Punk Prince of Denver, and I couldn't have had a better guest to start the in-person interviews off with! Obviously, we talked about Pop-Punk, but we also talked movies, and so much more! Follow him on IG: @princeofkawaii

    Don't Start A Band #49: Lucifer, Playlists, and Documentaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 40:07


    On this weeks episode I talk about the Lucifer show, and more importantly, the soundtrack! I talk about finding new music via streaming algorithms, and I talk about the new Oasis: Knebworth documentary that I saw this week! Jam packed episode on this, my third solocast, and I get a little personal! *Insert the two eyes looking to the left, emoji*

    Don't Start A Band #48: Dead & Co. (Chicago)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 45:31


    2 weeks in a row!! On this weeks episode, I fill everybody in on what I've been listening to, and then I delve into my experience seeing Dead & Co. in Chicago! *SUBSCRIBE* on Spotify/Apple Podcast Follow me on Instagram: @jakebackseaters

    Don't Start A Band #47: New Beginnings! (Solo)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 53:16


    Technically, this is the 51st episode of the Don't Start A Band Podcast! I fell off a little bit during the pandemic and/or tried different ideas for the podcast... But at the end of the day, I LOVE doing the podcast and recording episodes, so that's exactly what I'm going to do from here on out! I'm gonna shoot for once a week, and basically I will be sharing music I'm listening to, recent Ideas and realizations, and going Live on Instagram to add a little dialogue! I will still have guests on! So if you're interested in being on an episode, shoot me an email at dsabpodcast@gmail.com ! Follow me and the podcast on Instagram! @jakebackseaters @dsabpodcast

    Why Them? Grateful Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 107:04


    What's so great about the Grateful Dead? Why do millions of people love their music and going to their shows? More importantly, why do I love them? Here's another episode of the new "Why Them?" segment! his one's about the Grateful Dead! I give a brief history of the band, and then go into why they're awesome, what they did to gain success, and how it can be applied today! SUBSCRIBE! Follow the podcast on Instagram (@dsabpodcast), and LIKE us on Facebook! Enjoy:)

    Don't Start A Band #46 - Youth Fountain (No Song)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 112:13


    Youth Fountain is an Emo/Pop Punk band from Vancouver, Canada and they are signed to Pure Noise Records! It was an absolute honor to have Tyler on the podcast, and we had an awesome conversation about songwriting, touring, and being a musician/band in todays world! Ones of the best guests I've had on, and it was an over-the-phone interview! *Check out their recently released "Letters To Our Former Selves (Acoustic)" EP! *Tune in to the live, acoustic set Tyler will be doing on 1/22 Follow Youth Fountain: *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthfountainmusic *Instagram: @youthfountainmusic https://www.instagram.com/youthfountainmusic/?hl=en

    Don't Start A Band #46 - Youth Fountain

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 115:28


    Youth Fountain is an Emo/Pop Punk band from Vancouver, Canada and they are signed to Pure Noise Records! It was an absolute honor to have Tyler on the podcast, and we had an awesome conversation about songwriting, touring, and being a musician/band in todays world! Ones of the best guests I've had on, and it was an over-the-phone interview! *Check out their recently released "Letters To Our Former Selves (Acoustic)" EP! *Tune in to the live, acoustic set Tyler will be doing on 1/22 Follow Youth Fountain: *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youthfountainmusic *Instagram: @youthfountainmusic https://www.instagram.com/youthfountainmusic/?hl=en *Song at the end: Deadlocked by Youth Fountain* Courtesy of Pure Noise Records!

    Why Them? Oasis

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 57:36


    First official episode of "Why Them?" and we're talking about Oasis! One of my favorite bands of all time, and I'm gonna tell you why! Not only am i going to tell you why, but I'm also going to tell you what they did right, and how it could be applied to today for up and coming bands/artists! *SUBSCRIBE* 5-STAR REVIEW* Follow me AND the podcast on Instagram: @dsabpodcast /////// @jakebackseaters *Go check out the Fortune Teller EP! New music from The Backseaters!

    Why Them? (Intro)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 47:12


    This is the Intro for the podcasts' new segment, "Why Them?" I will be talking about bands/artists that I love, but some people... don't. This segment is not so much about me trying to defend the artists love; it's more about me really getting to the heart of why I love these artists, what they did to hit it big, and how it's relevant today! I'm super excited about this new segment, and you should be too! Episodes will be top notch, and way more consistent than they have been! Stay tuned because episode 1 will be up very soon! Follow Us On Instagram/Facebook: @dsabpodcast --------------------- www.facebook.com/dsabpodcast

    Don't Start A Band #45 - Mac (DamaOn)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2020 88:51


    Please welcome Mac Gill from DamaOn! DamaOn has been a sponsor of the podcast for a while, and it was an absolute pleasure to have Mac on the show to talk about the origins of DamaOn, where they are today, and what they have planned for the future! There will be a "Part 2"! This is my first podcast where i recorded straight off the phone, so I apologize if it sounds a little funky. Nonetheless, it was a great interview! This is a kendama oriented podcast, so if you're not into kendama... hopefully this peaks your interest! Check out DamaOn on their Instagram, as well as their website that has tons of awesome products! www.damaonclothing.com ------------------------------------- IG: @dama_on

    Don't Start A Band #44: Lion I Am

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 112:58


    It's been a while, BUT it was worth the wait because this conversation was phenomenal! We talked about the history of the band, some of the messages behind their songs, and we talked pretty extensively about some lesser known aspects of the music industry! Check them out on Spotify AND Instagram!! @lioniam Please SUBSCRIBE and give the podcast a 5 STAR RATING! It helps me out, and keeps this ball of fun and music rolling!

    Don't Start A Band #43: James (Oasis Podcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 103:05


    Getting to interview James from the Oasis Podcast was such an honor! Different time-zones, different continents, but we made it happen all for the love of Oasis! Some Might Say... We're mad for it! Of course we talked about Oasis, but we also went into how one should go about starting a podcast! "Dont Start A Podcast... Until you've heard this episode"! James posted a thread on Twitter dedicated to what you should do if you want to start a podcast! **LINK BELOW** Follow James/Oasis Podcast on Instagram and Twitter, and makes sure to listen to every single episode of the Oasis Podcast! IG: @oasispod --------------------- Twitter: @OasisPodcast -Twitter thread: https://twitter.com/oasispodcast/status/1227386783975051266?s=21

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    Don't Start A Band #42: Matison Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2020 109:47


    Matison Card joined me for Episode #42! She is a singer/songwriter, actress, and model! We talked about the old days of the Denver music scene, she talked about the inner workings of being a model and actress, and we delved deep into what it means to make good music regardless of genre! Follow her on Instagram: @matisoncard ALSO, Follow her jewelry and health Instagram pages as well: @matisoncardcreations @selfcarebymatisoncard

    Don't Start A Band #41: Wall Of The Fallen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 119:33


    FIRST EPISODE OF 2020!! The new year could not have started with a better episode! Wall Of The Fallen are a metalcore band from Denver, CO! I had an awesome conversation with them about their new album and so much more! Please follow them on Instagram and Facebook and watch their new music video! (Link Below) @wallofthefallen https://youtu.be/bHChKPhh-_w

    Don't Start A Band #40: Year End (BONUS!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2019 57:24


    This episode basically sums up the past year of the Don't Start A Band Podcast! I talk about all the amazing guests I have had on, and I share my gratitude for their time! AND I also talk about my thoughts on the music industry, and just the overall music that's being put out these days. All in all, it's as good one! Instagram: @jakebackseaters @dsabpodcast @thebackseaters @tattooeddamaman

    Don't Start A Band #39 - Damon Dutton (Colorado Kendama)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2019 62:27


    On this episode, I got to sit down and nerd out on Kendama with Damon Dutton of Colorado Kendama! He is one of the most enthusiastic and positive people I've had on, and it was a pleasure to get to talk to him about Kendama and the passion behind it! Follow Damon and Colorado Kendama on Instagram: @coloradokendama ---------------------------- @ddslacker33 Disclaimer: We go deep on the dama talk (pros, tricks, techniques)!

    Don't Start A Band #38 - Suitable Miss

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2019 82:50


    Suitable Miss is a fresh, female fronted pop/punk band from Denver, CO! I stoked to have the opportunity to sit down and talk with them about the release of their new EP entitled "Don't Look Back" and how the band as a whole has been perceived! Listen to their new EP on all major platforms, and look em up on Instagram: @suitablemissband

    Don't Start A Band #37 - A. Juan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2019 111:05


    A. Juan is a solo artist from Denver, CO! His first single "Juanabee" is out now! We got pretty deep on this one and I had a blast talking to him! Check him out on Instagram: @a.juan.ja

    Don't Start A Band #36 - The Backseaters

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2019 90:38


    Me and the boyz finally sat down and did a Backseaters podcast! This was an absolute HOOT and we will definitely be doing many more in the future! www.facebook.com/thebackseaters @thebackseaters on IG Follow David and Colton: @thezeiler @davidjeruski

    Don't Start A Band #35 - Ian Taylor (ARROWS)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 83:23


    Ian Taylor is a Pop/Hip-Hop artist from Denver, CO who goes by the name ARROWS! This was a very insightful podcast, and I'm glad I got to have him on! Check him out on Facebook and Instagram: @varrowsv www.facebook.com/varrowsv

    Don't Start A Band #34 - Marcus Apodaca (If I Fail)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2019 99:31


    Marcus Apodaca of IF I FAIL joined me for Episode #34 of the podcast! Marcus and I played in If I Fail together, and he's one of my best friends, so it was an honor to have him on the podcast! We talked about IIF's history as well as our fondest memories of playing in the band, and most importantly, the time we shared with Colin Mulhern. For those who don't know, Colin was the vocalist/lyricist of IIF. Last year Colin went on tour with Short Fuse, and while on the road, they were hit by a drunk driver, which resulted in Colin losing his life. There are no words that could ever sum up just how much Colin meant to everybody in his life, so this episode is dedicated to him! Rest In Power Colin x Darkly

    Don't Start A Band #33 - Under Auburn Skies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2019 79:19


    Under Auburn Skies is a metalcore band from Denver, CO! We talked a lot about songwriting, and writing lyrics specifically! It was a fun podcast and I hope enjoy it! Follow them on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/underauburnskies ----------------------------------------------------- @underauburnskies

    Don't Start A Band #32 - Bluprint

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2019 68:03


    Bluprint is an Alternative Rock band from Denver, CO and they were a blast to have on the show!! Once agin I would like to apologize for the technical difficulties, BUT there will be a redemption episdode AND there is an unreleased track at the end! Follow them on Facebook and Instagram! www.facebook.com/bluprint.band ----------------------------------------------- @bluprint.band

    Don't Start A Band #31: The Polite Heretic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 112:09


    The Polite Heretic is a solo math-rock artist from Denver, CO! We had a great conversation, musically, philosophically, and it was even educational for me! I learned what math-rock is, and also what a "wook" is! Follow The Polite Heretic on Instagram and Facebook: www.facebook.com/thepolitehereticofficial ----------------------------------------------------------- @the_polite-heretic

    Don't Start A Band #30 - The Dangerous Summer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 16:22


    The Dangerous Summer is one of my favorite bands of all time, and it was an honor to be able to do this interview with them! We talked about their new album, "Mother Nature" as well as the 10 Year Anniversary of their album "Reach For The Sun"! Follow them on Instagram and Facebook: @thedangeroussummer --------------------------------- www.facebook.com/thedangeroussummer BUY their new album, "Mother Nature" on June 14th!

    Don't Start A Band #29 - Pacific Nerve

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 82:11


    Pacific Nerve is a Pop/Rock band from Boulder, CO and they were kind enough to come and do a podcast with me! We talked about the formation of the band, their upcoming endeavors, and how their love for the music is what made it all happen! "Feel Alive" is out April 26th! Check them out on Facebook and Instagram! www.facebook.com/pacificnerve ------------------------------------------------- @pacificnerve

    Don't Start A Band #28 - Rozu

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2019 111:45


    Rozu is a Metalcore band from Denver, CO (Vocalist Tim Graham was on episode 12) and the joined me for episode #28 to talk about everything from writing, to marketing, and even tour tips! Check them out on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/rozuofficial ------------------------------------------------ @rozuofficial

    Don't Start A Band #27 - Backseat Vinyl

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2019 65:17


    Backseat Vinyl is a Denver based Rock band, and I'm stoked I got to have them on the podcast! We talked a lot about recording with producers, and some of the ins and outs of touring! *Their new album "Sad Frenzy" is available now* Check them out on Instagram and Facebook: www.facebook.com/backseatvinyl @backseatvinyl

    Don't Start A Band #26 - In My Room

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2019 89:16


    I had an awesome conversation with the "mildly upset" boys from In My Room! We talked about the current state of "emo", about feminism, and about making the music that YOU want to make! Check them out on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/inmyroomband @inmyroomband

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    Don't Start A Band #25 - David Jerusik (The Backseaters)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2019 127:05


    David Jerusik is the drummer for my band The Backseaters, as well as one of my best friends, and I'm so happy that I finally got to sit down and do an episode with him! We talked about being in a band together, life, and songs that give you the chills! Follow him on IG: @davidjeruski

    Don't Start A Band #23 - Youth On Record at Black Buzzard

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2019 38:22


    First mobile podcast!! I did Episode #23 at Black Buzzard for a Youth On Record charity event! I got to talk to some of the performers from that night, including Bailey Elora who has been on before! I had fun doing it, and I hope you enjoy listening to it! Abigail Rose: @imabigailrose Cory Phare: @coryphare Bailey Elora: @baileyelora

    Don't Start A Band #22 - Holocene Hills

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2019 95:25


    Holocene Hills are some good, long time friends of mine and I was honored to have them on the podcast to talk about their new album Rekindle and so much more! Check them out on all major platforms and go buy Rekindle on iTunes! Facebook: www.facebook.com/holocenehills Instagram: @holocenehills www.holocenehills.com

    Don't Start A Band #21 - First 20!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2019 70:20


    Happy 2019!! This is just me talking about my favorite parts of every episode (1-20) thus far!! I said some timestamps for parts in episodes that I thought were particularly useful! Enjoy!! Follow the podcast on Instagram! @dsabpodcast

    Don't Start A Band #20 - Brad Anderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2018 156:33


    Brad is an amazing tattoo artist and a very insightful person and I'm glad i got to sit and talk to him about life, tattoos/tattooing, and music! Check him and his work out on Instagram! @ingutswetrust

    Don't Start A Band #19 - 1000 Miles Of Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2018 102:17


    Always a fun time hanging out with the guys from 1000MOF! We talked alot about touring and marketing so check it out! Also check THEM out on Instagram: @1000milesoffireband And Facebook: www.facebook.com/1000milesoffire

    Don't Start A Band #18 - Taylor Park

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2018 110:11


    Taylor is a close friend of mine and I had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with him! We talked about his beginnings in music, the hardcore scene in Denver, and how music can be the best therapy! Follow him on Instagram: @t_mvmes187

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    Don't Start A Band #17 - Griffith Johnson (Fox Lake)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2018 100:25


    Griffith is the drummer for a band called Fox Lake! We talked about his beginnings in music, hardcore, straight edge, and a lot more! He's one of my favorite humans, and I'm stoked that I got to sit down and chat with him! Check out Fox Lake on Instagram and Facebook: @foxlakeco www.facebook.com/foxlakeco And his personal IG: @griffithxjohnson

    Don't Start A Band #16 - Dakota (Together.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2018 119:53


    Dakota is new to the entrepreneur game with his brand new clothing line, Together. "What does this have to do with music, Jake?" Well we talk about music, AND Dakota has roots in the Denver music scene! Follow Together. on Instagram: @together_usa And his personal IG: @sevenseasking

    Don't Start A Band #15 - Wes Luna

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 84:18


    Wes is a solo artist as well as the bassist for a band called Stereoshifter! He's been in the music game for a while and I was lucky enough to hear some of his awesome stories!! Follow him on Instagram: @weslunaofficial

    Don't Start A Band #14 - Almost, Maine

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2018 123:01


    I got the chance to sit down with Denver Pop/Punk band, Almost, Maine! We had some great conversations about songwriting, music business, and everything else under the sun! Check them out on Facebook: www.facebook.com/almostmaineband Instagram: @almostmaine

    Don't Start A Band #13 - The Lycan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2018 112:48


    The Lycan is a rock DUO from Denver, CO and I had a great time sitting down and chatting with them! We talked about songwriting, promoting your brand, and Tom Segura! Follow them on Instagram: @wearethelycan Check them out and LIKE them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLycanOfficial/

    Don't Start A Band #12 - Tim Graham (Rozu)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2018 142:40


    Tim brought some really great insight to the table in regards to the music and business behind Rozu! Follow on Instagram: @rozu_official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rozuofficial/

    Don't Start A Band #11 - Aaron Elrod (The Host Club)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2018 106:07


    Aaron is a singer-songwriter for his band The Host Club! I've know Aaron for years, and I love his music, and i love his outstanding personality! We had some really great philisophical discussions about life, music, and everything in between! Check him and the rest of The Host Club out on Facebook and Instagram! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thehostclubband/https://www.facebook.com/Thehostclubband/ Instagram: @thehostclub

    Don't Start A Band #10 - Phil Hutchinson (Water Aerobics)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2018 76:25


    Phil is the singer, guitarist, and mastermind behind his band, Water Aerobics! He's such an eccentric human being, and I had an awesome conversation with him! Follow his band on Instagram: @wateraerobics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wateraerobicsband/

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