2 Beers With The Band

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with C.J. Brewer, a multifaceted musician, producer, songwriter, and special event performer. C.J. gives us an honest look into the reality of making a full-time income in music: while he writes and produces original music, he primarily makes his money by covering other people's songs for private events.

C.J. breaks down his life as an event performer—from playing weddings and ...

Welcome back to Two Beers With The Band for the second part of our interview with LeVan The Man! After sharing his background as a photographer and producer, we dive deeper into the mindset required to sustain a creative career. LeVan opens up about the crucial connection between mental health and music , discussing his personal use of meditation and how the focused mindset from physical exercise (like doing 100 pushups) directly t...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with ADMONISH Music to discuss his powerful new album, Build My Legacy. This album is far more than just hip-hop; it's a guide to living intentionally. ADMONISH explains that the core theme of the album is financial literacy and teaching people—especially the younger generation—what to do with money once they get it, rather than just chasing wealth. He sees the album as a tool ...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with KoldKay, a talented rapper and singer-songwriter whose style is heavily influenced by the visionary work of Tyler, The Creator and Kanye West. KoldKay shares the raw, honest story of his artistic evolution, which began when he was just 10 years old trying to imitate rappers he saw in the studio and recording his first tracks on BandLab.

This conversation is a deep dive i...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with LeVan The Man, a multifaceted creative who excels as both a photographer and producer. LeVan shares his precise definition of a producer and the essential skills required for the role. He explains his intentional process of creating beats, always with a target audience or purpose in mind, and how every beat, like every photo, carries a certain emotion. We dive into his uni...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with Prtysunknxwn (pronounced "Party's Unknown"), a true DIY music powerhouse who writes, records, produces, and engineers all his own tracks, including the song "Outsiders" we heard at the start of the show. He's an artist driven by raw, honest expression, using music as a tool to heal himself. Prtysunknxwn is not just a musician; he's a multi-talented creative who also sketch...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with a passionate young artist making waves in the rap scene: Stizzie Rae. At just 15 years old and based in Indiana , Stizzie is already a singer, writer, rapper, and artist with a remarkable connection to his craft. He shares how his musical journey began as a two-year-old, captivated by Lmfao and Michael Jackson , and eventually led him to study artists like Zoltan Tashian ...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with an incredible musician, composer, and producer known as Xantech. Xantech’s story is a fascinating dive into the world of modern DIY music creation, where he writes, records, produces, and mixes all of his own songs. We got a taste of his latest release, "Celine," right at the top of the show, and discussed the raw, personal emotions that fuel his songwriting.

Xantech is a ...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible sister duo, Walker County—Ivy Dean and Sophie Dawn. For me, hearing their story confirmed what I believe is the most essential truth in music: "You have to find happiness in things that go, this makes me happy as well." Ivy Dean (vocals/guitar) and Sophie Dawn (drums/vocals) share their journey of building a Nashville-based country ca...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredibly versatile singer, songwriter, and artist, Luna Marcella. Luna's story is one of authenticity and self-discovery, showing how a love for music evolved from childhood dreams of fame to a dedicated pursuit of creating original, relatable music that truly represents her. We dove deep into her unique creative process, which often involves ...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with Memphis rapper and composer, Bray Smizzi. Bray shared his journey from a young kid influenced by his uncle to a determined independent artist. He talks about taking a break from music to focus on his personal life and how he was drawn back to his passion. Bray opens up about the deeper meaning behind his lyrics and the healing power of music. This conversation is a raw, ho...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with an incredible musician and artist who goes by many names, most notably, The Fallen Incarnates, also known as Ben Wilbers. We dove into the fascinating world of a multi-instrumentalist who not only writes and records every part of his songs but also handles all the mixing and mastering himself. We discuss the challenge and creative freedom of being a one-man-band. Ben opens...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had a conversation with Nashville's own DIY punk duo, Local Cryptid. We dove deep into their unique approach to creating a raw, heavy sound that still manages to be catchy and melodic. Local Cryptid shares their process for writing and producing their music entirely on their own, a true testament to the independent artist's grind. We talk about their influences, from the punk scene of B...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had a conversation with a true force in the independent music scene, recording artist Gdot3. I’ve been a fan for a while, so it was a real honor to sit down with him for an honest conversation about his journey and his art. This episode is packed with invaluable insight for any aspiring artist out there. We talk about the importance of getting honest, constructive criticism from your pe...

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I had a conversation with a true force in the independent music scene, Italian guitarist Emmanuelle Ferraro. Emmanuelle and I dive into what it takes to be a dedicated artist in today's world, and he shares his unique story of building a music career from his home in northern Italy. We talk about his one-man-band approach to writing, recording, and producing, and the dedication it takes t...

In this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with Vancouver-based rapper Amiccella for an unfiltered conversation on balancing a full-time job with building a music career, staying authentic in the competitive hip-hop scene, and the grind of self-promotion as an indie artist in Canada.

We kick things off with first drinks and first impressions before diving into Amiccella’s start in music, her early influences in hip-hop ...

In this special return episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sit down once again with the legendary Bill Steber—who was the second-ever guest on this show. Now, after an inspiring tour through Japan, Bill’s back with a fresh perspective, deeper stories, and even more powerful insights on preserving the soul of the American South through blues music and visual art.

We get into everything from his latest performances with The Jake Le...

In Part 2 of my conversation with ADMONISH Music on Two Beers With The Band, we go even deeper into the mind of an artist who refuses to fake it. ADMONISH Music opens up about why making music is no longer just therapy—it’s a calling rooted in legacy, self-respect, and intention. He shares how becoming a father shaped his creative decisions and how he’s made peace with releasing music that doesn’t chase validation.

This isn’t just ...

In Part 1 of my conversation with ADMONISH Music on Two Beers With The Band, I sit down with an artist who’s unapologetically authentic. ADMONISH Music doesn’t fake his sound—he creates from truth. His music blends soulful R&B foundations with gritty hip-hop, infused with storytelling and real-life emotion. We dive into his journey from sampling records to producing original melodies, and how his sound evolved into what he call...