John Roman

Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!

Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!

A Conversation w/ John Roman of Microwaves | Episode 452

Lys Scott joins me in the studio for a super awesome talk about music production, growing up, songwriting, and plenty more! Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!         The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

A Conversation w/ Lys Scott | Episode 451

My friend Eamonn of the band Trainwrecked joins me for a rad conversation about everything heavy metal. Being a fan, playing in bands, and everything in between. Enjoy!         The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

A Conversation w/ Eamonn of Trainwrecked | Episode 450

Brian Cottington

Independent filmmaker and fellow podcast host Brian Cottington of The Cinema Psychos Show joins me AGAIN on the show for another super fun talk about everything pop-culture. Past, present and future. Enjoy!         The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

A Conversation w/ Brian Cottington | Episode 449

Paul E. Niemeyer

Paul E. Niemeyer is an artist with over 30 years of commercial illustration and design experience responsible for designing some of the most iconic arcade cabinets of all time including the legendary Mortal Kombat. We discuss his experiences as a professional artist both inside and outside of the video game industry and plenty more. Recorded LIVE at the Pittsburgh Gaming Expo on Saturday October 1st 2022. Enjoy!         The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

The Art Behind The Game w/ Paul E. Niemeyer | Episode 448

My friends in Nullum join me for a rad conversation about the stereotypes of heavy metal, hanging out with your friends, getting old, and plenty more. Enjoy!  The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

Beers, Beers, & More Beers w/ Nullum | Episode 447

My friends in the band Dematus join me for a fun conversation about long term friendship and successful teamwork in the world of songwriting and performing. Enjoy!  The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

A Conversation w/ Dematus | Episode 445

Brandon Martin

My friend Brandon Martin joins me for a fun conversation about live music production, sound engineering, fancy beers and plenty more. Enjoy!        The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

A Conversation w/ Brandon Martin | Episode 444

As I continue to get older and grumpier, my friend Nate Hall joins me for a reasonably "unfiltered" conversation about the good &amp; bad of the underground music "scene". Enjoy!        The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

Grumpy Old Men w/ Nate Hall | Episode 443

My friend Mike Berginc aka Reliable Child joins me for a conversation about songwriting, living in the city, making time for your passions, and plenty more. Enjoy!        The audio only version of this episode is available on Spotify, Apple and pretty much anywhere else podcasts are found. Video is available on YouTube and Facebook. Just search for 'Start The Beat Podcast'.

A Conversation w/ Reliable Child | Episode 442

Documenting the past, present, and future of the Pittsburgh music scene. One artist at a time. Hosted by Brian Sikes Howe.

Great podcast! Very interesting interviews!

Great Podcast!

This is a great show, Never a disappointment

This is a great show

Start The Beat Podcast

Cosmo Ickes

My dude Luther Cosmo Ickes of brillobox is in the building! We had a great talk about life, business, growth and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!  https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat

My dude Luther Cosmo Ickes of brillobox is in the building! We had a great talk about life, business, growth and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat! <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>

Luther Cosmo Ickes - Start The Beat #297

My friends in Pittsburgh based Post-Doom/Sludge Metal band Horehound join me in the studio for a conversation about the evolution of their band, bringing the local scene together, songwriting and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat  ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify  APPLE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple  GOOGLE:http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google  STITCHER: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher  YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube  INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram

My friends in Pittsburgh based Post-Doom/Sludge Metal band Horehound join me in the studio for a conversation about the evolution of their band, bringing the local scene together, songwriting and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a> ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify?fbclid=IwAR1GhXDu5DfcqyXK-kQWVIEicVO5eiOqTvSTpZXTEUTrupWSTtFb4mOB46o" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify</a> APPLE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple?fbclid=IwAR2WIfALfBQsSYszIg5T4At6z-DcfuKWTnRejxJHNUR2HufICg2p_-05od0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple</a> GOOGLE:<a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-google?fbclid=IwAR1zc0BmkgWRpt7jW769qlwkDa9_HNu416vp52oDQtjCke_qvyJ7htSbVr0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google</a> STITCHER: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher?fbclid=IwAR0lNaC4pt0bbyUZRuCS6wO7K0CIe9fSWeq-Sz6L11k64mTCxk9_Aw2304Y" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher</a> YOUTUBE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube?fbclid=IwAR1eFlqs4EEizwZMfko4VIo7nQbUQGamP327tFN0vb1qsdXABvN83n__A6Q" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube</a> INSTAGRAM: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram?fbclid=IwAR0cO2xIQ5rvQernjzO4A3oiZLLNVyRENYof1PiZA3u66yiTZzgWNqAfnnQ" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram</a>

Horehound - Start The Beat #303

Alan Welding of Pittsburgh Music Magazine is in the building! We had a great talk about life, building your brand, networking in the music industry and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat

Alan Welding of Pittsburgh Music Magazine is in the building! We had a great talk about life, building your brand, networking in the music industry and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>

Alan Welding of Pittsburgh Music Magazine - Start The Beat #305

Joziah Council joins me for an awesome discussion about finding your voice, building your brand, navigating the underground music scene and so much more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!  https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat   ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify  APPLE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple  GOOGLE:http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google  STITCHER: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher  YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube  INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram

Joziah Council joins me for an awesome discussion about finding your voice, building your brand, navigating the underground music scene and so much more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat! <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a> ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify?fbclid=IwAR1jcmDMS1vv-05Ik1LL9vmgg1diPucZpOAzSEAV_pRBNmSRGO1iKSl9Kf8" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify</a> APPLE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple?fbclid=IwAR1xZtxubYiSbGVmdgZic3a4ib_ebtraBCnGOsnyUdmxQKRrj0HwFFFArhM" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple</a> GOOGLE:<a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-google?fbclid=IwAR1Dy2DWuy7th1LC7goqoqS9zMfWFw7E57q1y81goHK3HKOSpSen6DQzO-M" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google</a> STITCHER: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher?fbclid=IwAR1XLj0GfzMbAskOEhBoEEfDVQbadDu4JQ4BPrULDUtCBBjHVe5XolMURVE" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher</a> YOUTUBE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube?fbclid=IwAR1g2IYEmjpVsdnPDmzxFC_YV8V8g3KMdFvGFqRKqEd-2d5-XBtS9tuD6PI" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube</a> INSTAGRAM: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fstartthebeat-instagram%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR24WZvEnb_ga_uEn1R80GXN8c3NRoGc8YSEUgbflKQbGjbh9lvMQtAxMh8&amp;h=AT2VSizNLuloHOI6vNKid_wGg82FMwfL19SgMw02-mIhYfYRAoFz0s7mfX2wHxTRtmQ2kV7QAF0M9x_MeH4aTx_82WIhU7QNBWQZOhWxHMgM_adBwMNnIN3sDJ3k8P4vYe2DBUSOv9j88TG-1QgGxDYFxlGKK0tgZZSysPV0gNoO6hKYIE-ZZWLPJnrXfGbYGlOR-30iADXPxoyiuRgw0Dnaa-iTZmNd0IVNIr4914ISH8qqthKb8Ddxp77_Xk9LLey3f_90IIK6fcJ0o4eaSg_hys7ESsLNFtDwpjLbe9gzErVJwqQFiskT9T_ZFulP3LqArdEa-ZB11ZPCCoIJdu76pLzebHWBUSbO2bPbrW-IcXgXG_H9BWCikAH1BROLd-r-b0oFSdPMIxx0fUyVeHeoZJDJSGVcaOXHBmJjDAnVoVW74cy7XumShpZeOh-Gl6ZLeES02cnhL8-fKtBERAXoSH7vX4vG-1a_6KcHn71mrZRrdSgizvOsBowJ2ZGaBwW_43qsBVi-gkMovRl-RIHQ1-ci-ZRyz0E7S32c18cov014Kh_p2S2tVgC6jFo5pXcjcMO0nIhl0X1VN0Y_ox9LEerguoUXp0KsK1fIzsu9xoQ1aS0r5Yf6GDW4OHLxR5EgfQLUwqJ4exbZySVPmQ" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram</a>

Joziah Council - Start The Beat #299

The one and only Da Buttonpusha is in the building! We had a great conversation about promoting shows, building your brand, how the Pittsburgh Hip-Hop scene has changed over the years and so much more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat! ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify APPLE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple  GOOGLE:http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google  STITCHER: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube  INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram

The one and only Da Buttonpusha is in the building! We had a great conversation about promoting shows, building your brand, how the Pittsburgh Hip-Hop scene has changed over the years and so much more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat! ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fstartthebeat-spotify%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1tbpN3ynZUM9bfnL2w29rpPNuipyzHD3br1FwqS4fgHbu2ufHf5cEPz4M&amp;h=AT2rxXPnqMCTy73F81jDC-ijI7yV9VqUZehtvTZy0U02x1RSHi07oVDef82LpC9KReZ-G14egUn1wwSpOG6dSetwIC_hfrS4SkyAUgHIEHRqe_Uju9Pqsn24ERkvPRd0PMkOyzWaymv_BYnq1UykLZpsoVBE4FoW3wPv4eYwPfPC5AuPlQxeuQlwCm4ge0nejpsFZW8CuwOyMtIu4CncfDoo5zE2NjSxi9ILhahn6_wqtsKkFfYWIWrGvFHmaQGnIh1qmvJDqTa4t8jWIkc9dyAXQ-RyvKP4sFKiKxdgoD3D_cFFKCHdeItX1bq1ncDnDSbnAvYemI7OU97iO3Gw8noCWz0aDZiTb3x5t5KfW7CBf--gMdKVGljKF5jjom5t8RJ7nD-XF-02jTKUgamf_Jt8y71qPI7KQz35Ti0dIclL5oLsyYDRZ01GZigm7i9Z9YXYRI4f5H3zJBMGQ9ZVQKet7afi8tswALbnYQljRdeeW4U8WYLiiDp5ximYVqwUg-mmfXWR4VlkXTLkb2MUO84QbpwfvENXXr0k3n8STwgUs0Eq13xzm64jKouPasQ8GyCrCKXwg-rFRZx5Yunx5ypeQIj97GqJXXLz7-uKnMqvkS8xb1QRoH7qmQxoyGgtRZmQnrwEgqTZloBjNpzsrw" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify</a> APPLE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple?fbclid=IwAR0JOKayu5ZT__8qdFkv9orO2Avz5G265ZJlmurOAWFTERVPxJQT9Y19IZw" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple</a> GOOGLE:<a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-google?fbclid=IwAR30kdzhUe4wEIKQWDOCGIA1H4i_meKyI3dUDvysPrlrDS6VBc4Q6w6cf_E" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google</a> STITCHER: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fstartthebeat-stitcher%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0P2b9z9KZKB0E6YbFleoZJDSWmqHGPMGRXqvsO-FAaRKxthw7fY1RljMQ&amp;h=AT3giwPjaSWU_emvMRrYbFPnLqUBcU-W9XziWdVyucdRGufw-lEhSPvJDxCYq_-3AzhGBLDu537vRdtEnXAcxys6YeWJDw2YOdrNP1LzUK-fJGNc2hC_EkwIcVVrqxEHJljAjpI-AgQ1warRT-4cP3kFLpqOYR91t8CoHbRRx-bBMU2tIp7-R1OfTZyDf-TktOEJjtqxFFzZRJC4se3Txz4o90Pjcb1Kj3vFuaG1EVFp0GRH1nXIWNup6SVYXOoyRdTscnqdlo57ZLzNu0MZ2n5_6E-kQadXt-HglDAlMlHuv3dTPsnlkF1Z3mL3bb_lYZ5WFCePfseJqbBzcyk0p1v-LN5eyv5MMJDKhBjA-S4WiLQh6XdgDLCSbAmGu36PIBJj1SQbT42GB6EuiLEsVP7dGjCDJ0z1xtVstvFEbQKZ8PYyxa81F3431aPuZkGOR4hkFrRgoH4qwVSgxkPIMbsTevpoH_jqq7_kZiscoC2yBWQQlKsamFFB1ae-Yxno63t0IvKXSV_jJqhUafwSi6PGLuB9FHGHiFagqtI3grrTMaHGE4i3Y_F6bqKDmSvH7YuXbybyjWouEijaCEWuhbn6hwAK7oka8QKbooC70KQDn6hWN2rKoWbN4bTW7aDVSs8bFnR2sphuENh9FN053g" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher</a> YOUTUBE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube?fbclid=IwAR0eJ344xAQBf_wO8k0_c0SkcfIzrNRDI2Ky0JHKTEKxcJdYqiLvxJMKKOg" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube</a> INSTAGRAM: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram?fbclid=IwAR3s7lDFqR_ZZfnUfjZrvRTU7wllKlqETAmxCykt5VsdgBG0tjRRkkaPJrM" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram</a>

Da Buttonpusha - Start The Beat #298

Singer / Songwriter Hunty Lytes is in the building to chat about his journey as an independent musician and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!   https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat   ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify  APPLE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple  GOOGLE:http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google  STITCHER: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher  YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube  INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram

Singer / Songwriter Hunty Lytes is in the building to chat about his journey as an independent musician and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!  <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a> ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify?fbclid=IwAR04JdVfwhL-u6xiPjpkoXIjIKVlLUWp7-cAsrK5Q4oURg7Y9EPUdVseWvY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify</a> APPLE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple?fbclid=IwAR2NrlnXUr9Ku77qkfXSc--epViV3QnuBS3Rg3ltkAfLpfv04Zt4rHZomOk" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple</a> GOOGLE:<a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-google?fbclid=IwAR1eNRZPVAYUfAtuQZCSOTPmH3AdN5_wKZci72myLTRYw7OS47E3Id5ZWAY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google</a> STITCHER: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher?fbclid=IwAR0_ucggYB88PD0C81kQXii8ksvSPYfvqpv6bJdPp_b1aH0vjiJTzysiofs" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher</a> YOUTUBE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube?fbclid=IwAR1Os1tSVWXhsS2NYjXN5NhAg68o_oAIcGBX6aovjSY_saCY2b1rp5o6v4s" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube</a> INSTAGRAM: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram?fbclid=IwAR0BroOZw0Jb1VFJoUACNiGR-8yikFscNrEzwGL_OJ2ilLl2uKagTZG1CWY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram</a>

Hunty Lytes - Start The Beat #301

Louis Snyder

Toddy Tondera

It's a celebration! Join me for Episode 300 featuring a super fun discussion with my friends and returning guests Louis Snyder of Death Metal band Riparian and Toddy Tondera of the one and only THRIFTY Podcast. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat   ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify  APPLE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple  GOOGLE:http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google  STITCHER: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher  YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube  INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram

It's a celebration! Join me for Episode 300 featuring a super fun discussion with my friends and returning guests Louis Snyder of Death Metal band Riparian and Toddy Tondera of the one and only THRIFTY Podcast. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a> ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify?fbclid=IwAR04JdVfwhL-u6xiPjpkoXIjIKVlLUWp7-cAsrK5Q4oURg7Y9EPUdVseWvY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify</a> APPLE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple?fbclid=IwAR2NrlnXUr9Ku77qkfXSc--epViV3QnuBS3Rg3ltkAfLpfv04Zt4rHZomOk" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple</a> GOOGLE:<a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-google?fbclid=IwAR1eNRZPVAYUfAtuQZCSOTPmH3AdN5_wKZci72myLTRYw7OS47E3Id5ZWAY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google</a> STITCHER: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher?fbclid=IwAR0_ucggYB88PD0C81kQXii8ksvSPYfvqpv6bJdPp_b1aH0vjiJTzysiofs" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher</a> YOUTUBE: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube?fbclid=IwAR1Os1tSVWXhsS2NYjXN5NhAg68o_oAIcGBX6aovjSY_saCY2b1rp5o6v4s" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube</a> INSTAGRAM: <a href="https://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram?fbclid=IwAR0BroOZw0Jb1VFJoUACNiGR-8yikFscNrEzwGL_OJ2ilLl2uKagTZG1CWY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram</a>

Louis Snyder & Toddy Tondera - Start The Beat #300

Paul Petroskey

I sat down with my friend Weird Paul Petroskey for an awesome chat about content creation, social media, getting through a pandemic, and everything in between. Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!        https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat        Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

I sat down with my friend Weird Paul Petroskey for an awesome chat about content creation, social media, getting through a pandemic, and everything in between. Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

Weird Paul Petroskey - Start The Beat #325

James Evans

I sat down with my friend James Evans over video chat for a quarantine chat! We talked about a lot of stuff including (but not limited to) beer, songwriting, searching for truth in the chaos of modern media, finding yourself in the darkest places, and of course... more beer!        Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!        https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat        Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

I sat down with my friend James Evans over video chat for a quarantine chat! We talked about a lot of stuff including (but not limited to) beer, songwriting, searching for truth in the chaos of modern media, finding yourself in the darkest places, and of course... more beer!   Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

James Evans - Start The Beat #323

Adam Valen

I sat down yesterday with my friend Adam Valen of Drusky Entertainment for a discussion about the effects of our current situation on the entertainment industry, where we see things going in the future and some crucial steps we need to take moving forward.         We also talk a bit about the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), who is securing financial support to preserve the national ecosystem of independent venues and promoters.         Learn more here: https://www.nivassoc.org/         Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!        https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat        Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

I sat down yesterday with my friend Adam Valen of Drusky Entertainment for a discussion about the effects of our current situation on the entertainment industry, where we see things going in the future and some crucial steps we need to take moving forward.   We also talk a bit about the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), who is securing financial support to preserve the national ecosystem of independent venues and promoters.   Learn more here: <a href="https://www.nivassoc.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nivassoc.org/</a>   Sit back, relax, and let's Start The Beat!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

Adam Valen of Drusky Entertainment - Start The Beat #322

Justin Gizzi

My friend Justin Gizzi plays in a lot of heavy loud bands and is a very kind human to talk to. We recently linked up over video chat for a conversation about how we're both dealing with the quarantine, his current projects, new releases from his bands, and plenty more! https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

My friend Justin Gizzi plays in a lot of heavy loud bands and is a very kind human to talk to. We recently linked up over video chat for a conversation about how we're both dealing with the quarantine, his current projects, new releases from his bands, and plenty more! <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a> Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube, or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

Justin Gizzi - Start The Beat #320

Jon Tai

My friend and Pittsburgh based magician Jon Tai joins me on the show tomorrow for an awesome chat all about his journey into the world of magic!         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat        Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.        Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in early March and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled.

My friend and Pittsburgh based magician Jon Tai joins me on the show tomorrow for an awesome chat all about his journey into the world of magic!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.   Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in early March and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled.

Jon Tai - Start The Beat #318

I recently sat down with my friend Jay from The Hawkeyes for a really cool talk about rock and roll, songwriting, music business and plenty more!         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat        Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.        Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in February and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow up with the bands for updates on these events.

I recently sat down with my friend Jay from The Hawkeyes for a really cool talk about rock and roll, songwriting, music business and plenty more!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.   Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in February and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow up with the bands for updates on these events.

The Hawkeyes - Start The Beat #317

Skies of Terra join me for a super fun chat about songwriting, friendship, starting a band, how to eat ramen incorrectly and plenty more!        https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat        Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.        Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in February and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow up with the bands for updates on these events.

Skies of Terra join me for a super fun chat about songwriting, friendship, starting a band, how to eat ramen incorrectly and plenty more!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.   Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in February and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow up with the bands for updates on these events.

Skies of Terra - Start The Beat #316

The guys in The Redlines join me for a chat about Rock &amp; Roll, finding your place in the scene, making music with your friends and everything in between.         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat         Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.         Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in February and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow up with the bands for updates on these events.

The guys in The Redlines join me for a chat about Rock &amp; Roll, finding your place in the scene, making music with your friends and everything in between.   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.   Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in February and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow up with the bands for updates on these events.

The Redlines - Start The Beat #315

Join me for an awesome conversation with Todd Porter of The Cheats, Eviction and Sinners &amp; Saints Tattoo about growing up in the early days of the Pittsburgh Punk &amp; Metal scene, playing in bands, starting a business, being a dad and everything in between.         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat         Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.  Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in February and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow up with the bands for updates on these events.

Join me for an awesome conversation with Todd Porter of The Cheats, Eviction and Sinners &amp; Saints Tattoo about growing up in the early days of the Pittsburgh Punk &amp; Metal scene, playing in bands, starting a business, being a dad and everything in between.   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably. Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded in February and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow up with the bands for updates on these events.

Todd Porter - Start The Beat #313

Songwriter and life of the party Bjordan is on the show today for a super fun chat about bringing your ideas to life. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat        Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

Songwriter and life of the party Bjordan is on the show today for a super fun chat about bringing your ideas to life. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

Bjordan - Start The Beat #312

Jake Munson Nelson

My dude Jake Munson Nelson of Post Mortal Possession &amp; Repulsive Creation is on the show for a rad talk about life, love, death metal and everything in between. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat         Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

My dude Jake Munson Nelson of Post Mortal Possession &amp; Repulsive Creation is on the show for a rad talk about life, love, death metal and everything in between. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>   Also available on Spotify, Apple, Google, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts probably.

Jake Munson Nelson of Post Mortal Possession - Start The Beat #310

My friends in Jakethehawk join me for a few beers and a chat about rockin', rollin' and everything in between. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!         Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded a few weeks ago and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow Jakethehawk for updates on these events.         https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat

My friends in Jakethehawk join me for a few beers and a chat about rockin', rollin' and everything in between. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat!   Disclaimer / Update: This episode was recorded a few weeks ago and any events discussed in this conversation may have possibly been postponed or canceled. Our apologies for any confusion. Please be sure to follow Jakethehawk for updates on these events.   <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a>

Jakethehawk - Start The Beat #306

The Moat Rats are my friends and they make nice music. Join us for a conversation about friendship, farts and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat! https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify APPLE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple GOOGLE:http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google STITCHER: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram

The Moat Rats are my friends and they make nice music. Join us for a conversation about friendship, farts and plenty more. Sit back, relax and let's Start The Beat! <a href="https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therealsikes.com/startthebeat</a> ALSO AVAILABLE ON: SPOTIFY: <a href="http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-spotify</a> APPLE: <a href="http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-apple</a> GOOGLE:<a href="http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-google</a> STITCHER: <a href="http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-stitcher</a> YOUTUBE: <a href="http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-youtube</a> INSTAGRAM: <a href="http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/startthebeat-instagram</a>

The Moat Rats - Start The Beat #295

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