Off The Van

Special Episode 005 - Riot Fest 2015: Change in roles this week: John, joined by guests Sean Neal and Walter of The Reckless Scamps, discuss their experience at this year’s Riot Fest (Chicago)Grab a pen and paper, we’re learning a few things today.

Episode 014 - Mac Saturn: We’re back, with Mac! Mac Saturn is our guest this week and on the slate are memorable shows and writing with flow of consciousness.Also: wood-chipperswww.macsaturn.bandcamp.comwww.facebook.com/macsaturnDon’t forget to check out archive episodes every Monday at 3:00pm Eastern time on the Indie Authority! theindieauthority.com

Episode 013 - Jaami Baig: (Although a day late due to technical issues) We resume regular episodes, debuting every other weekWe met with Jaami Baig, singer/songwriter/dentist in-the-making! Hear about how he tries to make different cultural influences in lyrics something that everybody can relate to.jaamibaig.bandcamp.comfacebook.com/jaamibaigDon’t forget to check out archive episodes every Monday at 3:00pm eastern time on the Indie Authority! theindieauthority.com

Episode 012 - Conway: Sorry for the lack of episodes, if you know anybody who would like to be featured on our show drop us a line on Facebook or email us at off.the.van@gmail.comWe got Conway! They tell us about their adventures following Warped Tour and passing out demos and we continue our tradition of asking the hard hitting question: how do bands name themselves?facebook.com/conwaybandhttp://conwayband.bandcamp.com/

Episode 011 - Matt Wixsons Flying Circus: We sat down with a group that has been near the top of our “want on the show” list: Matt Wixson and his Flying Circus! Topics included indie labels and the Spice Girls movie, and our guests even turned the tables and stole our interview!www.facebook.com/mwfcpunkwww.mattwixsonsflyingcircus.bandcamp.comSorry in advance: Mike of the Flying Circus’ audio got damaged somehow, but it is certainly still listenable

Episode 010 - Chances Are: With double digits comes our new (and hopefully last) schedule change, sorry folks! Every Friday, we promise!This week we have Chances Are, with their lady fronted pop-punk! We talk about the good a hiatus can bring and delve into the darker parts of songwriting, as well as develop what will surely be several inside jokesMake sure to listen to an important(?) message at the end of the episode, and thanks again for bearing with us for 10+ episodes! TRIPLE DIGITS, HERE WE COME!www.facebook.com/chancesareus

Special Episode 004 - John!: While we gather some new guests and tracks for you, a little more insight to the man behind the baritone voice!

Episode 009 - Josie Cat: Sorry for the delay, folks! after a week of technical problems, we are finally back up and running as we shouldThis weeks guest is Josie Pace, better known by her stage name Josie Cat and frontwoman of recently formed band Inlay. Writing about real life experiences and how she manages her music between two acts come up, as well as her secret to get the band focused and on track.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JosiePace77?fref=ts

Episode 008 - Dirty Basement Blues: The blues keep coming this week on Off The VanWe join Dirty Basement Blues at the LA Café in Waterford, MI to talk about the passing of a legend and pugs, among other topics.Catch them at the aforementioned LA Café this weekend (June 13th and 14th) at Peacefest, where your favorite bearded Producer will be running sound for one of the stages with previous guest Passive Mission Productionshttps://www.facebook.com/TheDirtyBasementBluesBandhttps://www.reverbnation.com/josephgstanleyCheck them out on Pandora and iTunes!

Special Episode 003 - Waterlilyslim: Check out this weeks “Special” episode, proclaimed so by none other than our guest: electronic artist Tyler Williams AKA WaterlilyslimWe discuss naming and genrefying material, and both digital and physical theft.Check him out at:http://www.waterlilyslim.com/http://music.waterlilyslim.com/https://www.facebook.com/waterlilyslim

Episode 007 - Blackmail: This week we bring you a Detroit standard; Blackmail has been rocking the area for a decade with their fusion of blues, rock, and funk.From this episode on we will be posting on Thursdays!Facebook: facebook.com/blackmaildetroitReverbnation: reverbnation.com/blackmailtheband1

ACTUAL Episode 006 - Holly With A Gun: Sorry for the goof guys, here is this weeks episode! -JeffThis week we break our ‘punk’ streak and talk to Holly With A Gun, rock group from Rochester, MI, with whom we discuss writing styles and practices and how non-musical creative pursuits can still be implemented into a band.YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCX9mDJN6c-o5cCSQmKcJzSAFacebook:www.facebook.com/hwagbandBandcamp: http://hwag.bandcamp.com/releases

Episode 005 - The Vulnerable: John’s back! And so is the music!Kenny Plont of The Vulnerable talks to us about punk rawk and booking local shows, and John recounts his first pro hockey game!If you liked The Vulnerable, check out their bandcamp page and like them on Facebook

Special Episode 002 - Passive Mission Produstions' Andrew Bowmaster!: In our second “special” episode, we take a small break from our normal format as Jeff interviews a “sound guy”, as we like to call them. We cover what it’s like on both sides of the board and even what it’s like to start your own business in audio.To check out Passive Mission Productions, check out passivemissions.com

Episode 004 - Pancho Villa's Skull: The guys have a longer episode for you today, interviewing mariachi-punk artist Tino Ybarra, stage named Pancho Villa’s Skull! The topics are many and varied and include local Hispanic music culture, Morrissey, and a certain time traveling British M.D.Check out the track from this episode and more at panchovillasskull.bandcamp.com#morrissey

Episode 003 - The Midwestern Sky: We laugh a lot in this episode! Join The Midwestern Sky’s Nick and Gracie as your hosts talk with them about starting a band, merch, and art skills.Then keep listening to hear John and Jeff get off (the) track!Check them out at themidwesternsky.com and ‘like’ them on Facebook

Episode 002 - Just Plurals: This week we sit down with new band Just Plurals immediately after their very first show ever! Hear insanity ensue as we interview some very fun and hyper musicians.Also, John and Jeff discuss outfit coordination and sound guys.Check out Just Plurals at facebook.com/justplurals

Special Episode 001 - Jeff!: Our first “special” episode! Host John interviews cohost Jeff about his own experiences in music, but never fear! The different format still comes with a new tune, this time around from Jeff’s band The Reckless Scamps!If you like the music you heard in this episode, check them out at facebook.com/t.reckless.s

Off The Van - ep001 Pilot - Escape Plan: Here is our first episode! We talk to pop-punk band Escape Plan about pizza and how handsome they are! Plus, learn some basic facts about this podcast and its creators.We plan to post every Wednesday, so stay with us to hear some new material every week!Check out our Facebook and our InstagramVisit this weeks special guest Escape Plan at facebook.com/escapeplanmusic