Happy New Year and welcome to the first Best of the Blue Island Radio Podcast episode; it only took us four years. Anyway, this is the story from episode #58 where "Little" Dave Merriman recalls an encounter with fellow Blue Islander and musician Chip Z'Nuff from the band Enuff Z'nuff.
On today's episode Brandon & Lindsay travel to Chicago to visit the practice space of the dynamic duo Lemon Knife. They talk about Guitar Hero, the meaning behind some of their songs, their mutual love for cheese and so much more. But wait, they also play some songs including a cover of Pulp's "Common People" and one from their latest album I know that this is Vitriol. Listen to the episode and then go check them out on Band Camp our where ever you purchase your music.
Continuing what will hopefully become an annual tradition, Brandon and the Blue Island Radio Podcast Players get together to do a reading of the classic "holiday" Seinfeld episode: The Race. Perfect with that glass of lukewarm eggnog that you like to drink while wrapping presents. Enjoy!
On this week's Saturday Soundcheck Brandon asks: what are you putting in your time capsule.
This week Brandon hits the streets to ask the people of Blue Island the all important question of what vinyl record would you like your ashes to be pressed into when you die. The answers range from a McDonald's promotional flexi disc to Tesla.
Welcome to the first episode of Saturday Soundcheck, which will be recorded every Saturday morning. On this episode Brandon talks about making commitments and Weird Paul. He also tries to solicit suggestions for his running playlist.
BIRP 103 - The Devil's Harvest
In anticipation of January 1st and the legalization of recreational marijuana the BIRP gang discusses the possibility of bringing a dispensary to Blue Island.
It's October, which means it's time for the latest installment of Blue Island Radio Podcast's Halloween extravaganza where Brandon plays songs about ghoosts, goblins, phantoms, creeps, frankensteins, vampires, zombies, demons and all the other things that you can think of that go bump in the night.
Joliet rock outfit Death & Memphis join Brandon in the studio to talk about music, The Replacements, Joliet, IL and more. And they have a new album out called Exhausted. Check it out!
It's finally here, the 100th episode of the Blue Island Radio Podcast, recorded in front of a live audience at the Rock Island Public House! This episode features at least 15 - 20 guests comprised of some of Blue Island's finest and live musical performances by Jimmy Disbrow and Jared Langworthy. Thanks for listening and for your continued support. Cheers!
On today's episode of the show we are joined by local musician and carpenter Jason Vycas. Includes a talk about all things METAL and a new track Psyop from the soon to be released Cryptic Oath album.
Look for the new album coming soon!
This is the episode where Brandon play's songs from the state of Washington. What else do you want?
Brandon and the gang are joined in the studio by the rock outfit Jared Langworthy aka Shorty, Baldy, and Hairy. They talk about Rhode Island, G.G. Allin, taste some wine, and play some songs. Please, check them out at one of their upcoming shows. Cheers!
Brandon & Tim are joined in the studio by AP Lindsay and together they talk about the gathering of the Juggalos aka The Storming of Area 51, the 50 year anniversary of the Apollo Space Landing, and a little alligator known as Chance the Snapper.
Hey, wake up! There's a new episode of the Blue Island Radio Podcast. This one is an un-insightful discussion about the 40th anniversary of Demolition Disco. Hey, give us a break we were still hungover from Tim's 4th of July Party.
Hey, it's the first day of Summer and the 94th episode of the Blue Island Radio Podcast! You do the math! Why am I screaming! On today's episode of the show Brandon and Timmy take suggestions to fill the slots of their Mystery Wheel which will play a big part of the 100th episode, which will be recorded LIVE at the Rock Island Public House on Sunday, August 18th. Thanks for listening!
This month's music episode is dedicated to the baby song; the ooh, baby baby, ba-babeh baby! With songs by Jackie Wilson, Starter, The Door Knobs, Sue Thompson, Starz and more. Thanks for listening!
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On this episode of the podcast Brandon and Timmy play a game of "Either Or" pitting two giants against each other, The Cure & The Smiths. There can be just one winner. Who will reign supreme in this grudge match for the ages!
On this episode of the podcast Brandon goes to the 2019 Can'd Beer Festival at The Double Play Saloon in Blue Island, IL. With his microphone and trusty 4-track he records a number of the bands including No Dead Heroes, Oveja Negra, The Islanderz, Dangerous Chairs, Dethwarrant, Fighting for Scraps, and Death & Memphis. He also drinks lots of canned beer and manages to get some interviews with some of the bands. Thanks for listening!
On today's episode of the podcast Brandon interviews his mom on Mother's Day. They talk about Mother's Day past and all things Blue Island. Thank You for listening.
Brandon is back with another music episode and this one is full of songs about the good, the bad and the ugly with music by The Mojo Men, The Ugky Ducklings, The Spiritual Harmonizers of Little Rock, Arkansas and more!
On today's episode of the Blue Island Radio Podcast Brandon is joined by Blue Island punks The Islanders.
On today's episode of the show Brandon & Timmy take calls from listeners and ask them about their 21st birthdays. I'll give you a hint: there's a lot of puking. Also, a new sound collage. Thanks for listening!
On today's episode of the podcast Brandon & Timmy welcome film maker, musician, photographer and all around cool person Stacey Goldschmidt. Check the videos she made for her band Palmflower and Weird Paul Petroskey. Not to mention the film she directed Weird Paul: A Lo-Fi Documentary.
In honor of Women's History month today's episode is dedicated to Girl Groups and other women performers of the female gender including: Wanda Jackson, Rita Chao, Shannon Shaw, April March and more!
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