The Thirsty Ear Music and Beer Podcast

In this episode we're back on the road after a long hiatus. We made the trip to Homestead Beer Co. in Heath, Ohio to check in with CEO Joe Wilson.

We are beyond pleased to be joined by a staple of the Central Ohio and Midwestern music scene Andy Shaw. Andy was generous with his time and we were able to cover a lot of ground with him from his upbringing in a musical family to brewing his own beer in a collaboration with Homestead Beer Company in Heath, Ohio. We also sample several of Andy's songs spanning his entire career. It's a long episode, but it's well worth the ride. Enjoy!

In this episode we are pleased to be able to speak with Chris Boyer from Hop Yard 62 in Grove City, Ohio. We touch on D.O.R.A. and how it has impacted business and the craft beer culture of Central Ohio. We were also joined by surprise guest, local musician "50 Shades of Greg", and discuss our favorite albums from the year 1998. Enjoy!

In this episode we are pleased to be able to speak to The Freeway Jubilee out of Ashville, NCThese guys are a great band that just keep getting better. As well as being great musicians, they seem like great people! We hope that shines through on this talk.If you dig the episode and want more, then subscribe to the podcast and receive them as soon as they are released. Cheers!!!

In this episode we welcome Myles Dunder of the band Dr. Bacon back to the podcast to discuss an impactful year in music ,1991

We're finally back with another adventure on the road as we travel to Legend Records in Mt. Gilead, Ohio to speak with owner operator Larry Landis about the ins and outs of operating a record store off the beaten path outside of a major population center. We also review albums by Public Enemy, AC/DC, and Taj Mahal. It's good to be back and we hope you enjoy!

In this episode we are thrilled to welcome stoner rock veterans The Heavy Eyes out of Memphis, TN. We were joined by Tripp Shumake (Vocals & Guitar) and Eric Garcia (Percussion) to discuss their upcoming new album "Love Like Machines" and everything in between. We were all connected remotely via FaceTime from our respective bunkers due to the current worldwide health crisis. The struggle is real, but rock and roll will never die!

This episode we are in our bunkers just like everyone else. To pass the time until the world gets back to normal we want to remind everyone to support their local craft brewers and support the musicians that offer us all a much needed escape during these times. We discuss what we've been listening to during this time and some new records to explore and to look forward to. Enjoy!

This episode we welcome Bluegrass band The Coal Cave Hollow Boys in front of a raucous crowd at Loose Rail Brewing in Canal Winchester, Ohio. We were pleased that they took the time to speak with us and are thrilled to be able to share some of their music with you. The tracks included in this episode are "Long Road" and "Crazed Country Rebel". We hope you enjoy!

Welcome back to Side B as we welcome the good folks from Nocterra Brewing Company in Powell, Ohio to the podcast.

This episode we are joined by visual artist and animator Sam Fout who has lent his talents and artwork to some of the biggest names in music, television, and film. Sam is local to Columbus, Ohio and is an all around great dude. Big thanks to Ill Mannered Brewing in Powell, Ohio for providing the space and a few pints so this interview could happen.

In this episode we are out at Loose Rail Brewing in beautiful Canal Winchester, Ohio. Additionally, we review albums by Blind Melon, Led Zeppelin, and Funkadelic.

In this episode we talk to Dave Lewis, owner of Elizabeth's Records in Columbus, Ohio. An inside look at owning and operating a record store as Vinyl record sales continue to surge. We also introduce the world to Jonesy, the record store cat!

This episode we take the show on the road to record on location at Devil Wind Brewery in Xenia, Ohio. We were thrilled to be invited in to speak with Doug and Dave, owners/brew master, who took good care of us. Great beer and great conversation. We loved it and we think that you will too.

In this episode we are pleased to welcome the band Dr. Bacon from Asheville, NC and discuss albums by Phil Cook and Tyler Ramsey. Welcome!