Eddie Jason & Chris: Interviews and Current Events

Discover new music and new bands as the guys welcome up-and-comers Bibeau and The Gills! The show kicks off the guys make fun of easy targets: Fox News and Donald Trump. Anyone else sick of Trump? So is EJC, barf. So the guys abruptly change gears after Trump disgusts them and play a prank call using a Jason soundboard (who's absent this week). Then, the guys welcome their first guests, two guitar players from the band, Bibeau. The Texas-based progressive act recently recorded their first single and shot their first video for "Mark This". Listen in as they talk about being a young band, the state of rock music, where their career is headed and lots more. Next up, frontman of The Gills, Jesse Wheeler. He taught himself how to write and play while confined to a hospital bed being treated for Leukemia. The band also had a pretty rough start when moving to Nashville and living together with not enough money to heat the house they were living in during one of the hardest winters in Nashville’s history. Wheeler and EJC talk about being angsty in a band, where the The Gills are headed, their upcoming release (details here) and lots more in an in-depth chat. Also, David from Australia brings on a psychic-medium who gives Eddie and Chris a live reading, a Super-fan Trivia Battle with David and Jay, Chris with the news and more. This episode is proudly brought to you by, Coors Banquet and Thursday Boot Company! Head to ThursdayBoots.com/EJC to see some of guy's favorite boots and to place your order today.

The EJC boys are back! This week, with special guests Pete James, the president of Manic Kat Records and film and TV composer, Tony Quattro! The episode kicks off the Jason and Eddie talking about the absence of Chris on this episode, and how Chris' news reading skills compare to real newsmen, like Lester Holt and Brian Williams. This leads into even more newsworthy chatter, the US Presidential Election. Just why, exactly, are Trump voters voting for Trump? EJC finds out by calling people in the dirty south. Then, have you ever wanted to own your own record label? Pete James, the president of Manic Kat Records calls in to talk about his artists and what's its like to run one. Manic Kat Records is an indie-punk label, formed in New York in 2009. Owned and operated by artists and musicians, Manic Kat puts their bands first, focusing on artist development. Label president Peter James elaborates, "We run our label like a family; that being said, we only work with bands that we absolutely love as people and love as musicians." Up next, film and TV composer Tony Quattro phones EJC while on a nice evening hike in LA. The  talented DJ/producer has a resume that includes track features and composition for Broad City, Amy Poheler's Difficult People, and releases on Skrillex label OWSLA and more. He talks about how he got into the interesting field of film and TV music composing, and dishes on his latest and upcoming projects. This episode is proudly brought to you by, Coors Banquet.

This larger than life edition of EJC features talented Denver rock act In The Wale and tons more! The show launches with a story reporting that FBI Director James Comey is advising everyone to start covering their computer webcams (even when not in use). He says they're susceptible to hackers and Americans could be exposed. Pun intended. Would you cover your web cam? Then, the guys welcome one of their favorite hometown acts, In The Whale! Nate Valdez (guitar/vocals) and Eric Riley (drums/vocals) join EJC as they're in route to their next tour stop. Celebrating their five year anniversary this year, the band has grown significantly over the past few years with performances at Riot Fest, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits and over 400 shows with the likes of Jane’s Addiction, the Toadies, Electric 6 and many more. Listen in as the guys chat about their tour schedule, the Denver Broncos, and the band’s new EP, Quicksand (pre-order here). Also, Johnny Depp goes off the Depp end, Eddie wants to lick hot carmel (or caramel?) off Chris, the guys dis Super-fan David's native Australian culture, gratuitous anatomical discourse, Eddie and Jason put Chris in his place, virtual Lauren gets crazy in a couple soundboard pranks and tons more. This episode is proudly brought to you by, Coors Banquet.

Another big EJC episode with musician/actor Thomas Ian Nicholas (American Pie, Thomas Nicholas Band) and rising indie superstars Charming Liars. The episode begins with Eddie playing a couple prank calls involving the Jason and Chris soundboards. After Jason and Chris criticizes the prank calls (but never contribute their own ideas) the guys welcome Charming Liars! Charming Liars is a British/American rock band, based in Los Angeles, California but originally founded in London. They've been releasing music since 2012 with the release of their debut album. Now, they're promoting their awesome new record, the 12:31 AM EP, available here. Singer Kiliyan Maguire calls in to chat about the smash new single "Soul", how the band's sound has evolved from rock to indie and just what what exactly the significance of the time 12:31 AM is. Then, the guys are very happy to welcome Thomas Ian Nicholas. You know him from hit movies like Rookie of the Year, the American Pie series and tons more. But he's also an accomplished musician and plays in his own band, Thomas Nicholas Band. The group plays original songs and favorite covers from the American Pie soundtrack. The interview goes in all directions, from what it took to get Nicholas' music on the American Pie soundtrack, the Pledge Music campaign for the new record Frat Party (pre-order here), upcoming projects and tons more. Also, Eddie confronts Fish of idobi's Gone Fishkin' on talking smack, Chris is given Game of Thrones style shaming, strip club buffets, Jason would be a prude as a woman, Chris with the latest news and more. This episode is proudly brought to you by Coors Banquet.

This week, EJC welcomes ReverbNation Artist of the Month, Moxy and the Influence and indie-popers Beginners! After Jason and Eddie play a prank on another online radio show using Chris sound clips to create a really bad rap, they welcome ReverbNation Artist of the Month, Moxy and the Influence. With ages ranging from just 13 to 21, the young SoCal rockers are an all-female foursome with a sound that is a mix of modern rock and 80s influence. Listen in as they talk about what it's like being  young band, their plans for the future of and more. Then, an indie band you've probably either heard on your favorite TV show or in a commercial calls in, Beginners. Their single "Who Knows" off their first EP launched the band two years ago resulting in buzz from Rolling Stone, Perez Hilton, Huffington Post and TV syncs on shows including New Girl and commercials for Ray Ban, Skullcandy and Miller Lite. Eddie and Jason ask what their album cover means, talk about band members who are always late, punk rock influences and more. Plus, the Colin Kaepernick colossal, how dirty glasses almost caused a trip to urgent care, MTV VMAs recap and tons more. This episode is proudly brought to you by Coors Banquet.

This week on EJC, the guys chat with Rebecca Ramos of I The Victor and Drew, singer and guitarist of DC punk band, The Split Seconds! After the show kicks off with Jason talking about music he's been listening to lately, Rebecca Ramos of solo act I The Victor phones in. Ramos has topped multiple iTunes charts and has opened for the likes of 7 Minutes In Heaven, Copeland, Set It Off, SayWeCanFly and more. Ramos chats with the guys about how she comes up with melodies, her hobbies and more. See the idobi premiere for her new video for the acoustic performance of the song "Write To Say" here. Next up, Drew of punk band The Split Seconds phones in to discuss his bands latest release, The Split Seconds LP. The band draws inspiration from late 70's bands such as The Buzzcocks and The Clash. All proceeds from The Split Seconds' digital sales will be donated to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue, a volunteer-run animal rescue that saves homeless and abandoned dogs and cats from certain euthanasia. Purchase the digital release on iTunes here. Plus, the guys talk about dying, Eddie proves his theory that political talk radio is nonsense with a prank call, Chris offers dating advice, Chris with the latest headlines and more. This episode is proudly brought to you by Coors Banquet and CW Hemp.

This week's episode of Eddie Jason & Chris features philosophical art rockers Beautiful Machines and Chris Jay, co-writer and co-producer of the new movie The Bet. The episode kicks off with Jason making fun of the hard candy Eddie bought for the EJC studio. Who doesn't like hard candy? Jason must be a communist Trump supporter. This leads into a new Chris soundboard prank call involving an outdoors store in which Chris' sound clips oddly pick up the girl who answers the phone. Robot Chris has more game than real Chris. Then, Conrad Schuman and Stefanie Ku of Beautiful Machines join the show to talk about their new record, Bridges. The San Francisco act also talks about mind expanding substances, Ku's work as a sound healer, the brown note and much more. The band has several upcoming tour dates on their Facebook page. Be sure to check them out! After a quick game of Who Said It: Chris or Hillary Clinton, Chris Jay (Army of Freshman) calls in to talk about his new project, The Bet. The fun and raunchy movie tells the story of Denton Baker (Alex Klein - NBC’s Community), a loser in life and love who gets into a high stakes bet where he has one summer to find and hook up with every girl he had a crush on while growing up. Hilarity ensues in this movie filled with witty dialogue. Watch it on your favorite VOD service now! This episode is proudly brought to you by Coors Banquet and CW Hemp.

This week on Eddie Jason & Chris, the guys chat with catchy and groovy indie rockers, The Fame Riot. But first, Jason and Eddie are annoyed that Chris is running late to the show as they discuss how boring the Olympics are this year. For some reason, Jason doesn't even like to watch women's volleyball–which really confuses Eddie. This leads into a Michael Phelps themed prank call involving a gym and a lack of abs. Then, the guys are joined by the very talented and sexy The Fame Riot. The rising Tacoma, Washington act is fronted by two over the top, fabulous brothers, Liz Scarlett and Shazam "Tea Time" Watkins. The interview dives into everything from the band's recent record deal to growing up writing and playing music and even spankings. Plus, Chris can't find a prescription drug hook-up, Jason is out of touch with pop culture, the guys have a deep disdain for Facebook, awkward status updates on social media, Eddie comes up with lyrics for the Doogie Howser M.D. theme song and Chris with the latest headlines. This episode is proudly brought to you by Coors Banquet and CW Hemp.

On episode lucky #227, Eddie Jason & Chris welcome two bands playing Denver's Underground Music Showcase (UMS) 2016: *repeat repeat and Campaign Charlie. The show kicks off with Jason being absent yet again due to his dog having health issues. He later Skypes in to give the EJC listeners, and the one Jason fan, an update. Then, listener David in Australia Skypes in as Eddie and Chris play strange clips from Michelle Obama's speech at the Democratic National Convention. After Chris and Eddie make fun of each other, Eddie catches up with awesome band *repeat repeat at UMS. They're a really cool surf rock inspired indie outfit from East Nashville, TN, that just added a fourth member named Neil. Eddie and the band chat about everything including their new band mate, big things on the horizon, van troubles on their way to Denver and more. Then, the genre melding Campaign Charlie joins EJC with an interview recorded at the Hi-Dive in Denver. The guys talk about their influences, how the band's name is hard for Eddie to say, why their music is "drinking man's music" and lots more. Check these guys out! Plus, David hosts a game called What's That Australian Slang, Jason Skypes in and tells the harrowing tale of his dog's life or death ordeal, David interviews Eddie Jason & Chris, Jason regales us with seaman's tales of the open water and more.  

Another fast paced, action packed episode of Eddie Jason & Chris is coming your way. It's like Fast & Furious 16, the one where they start a terrible podcast. This week, the guys welcome the new ambassadors of rock, Crobot! Before the guys chat with Brandon Yeagley, singer of Crobot, they get into the breaking news that Insane Clown Posse is planning a march on Washington D.C. because they're classified as a gang, according to the FBI. But, what's more dangerous, an ICP show or a Guns 'n' Roses concert? EJC look at the facts. Then, Brand Yeagly Skypes in to talk about all the awesome things going on with his band, Crobot. They're always on tour and this year they'll be playing with The Virginmarys, Sevendust, Killswitch Engange and Volbeat. Yeagley tells Eddie and Chris all about how his band decided to brand their own hot sauce, how they like to have "safety meetings" and more. This is a band to watch! Plus, the guys take calls from people playing Pokemon Go, a prank call featuring Bill Clinton, Joe Escalante of The Vandals on Bar Rescue and the latest headlines with Chris and his news. This episode proudly is brought to you by, Coors Banquet.

This week, the guys welcome Jess Coppens, the vocalist of baby band on the rise, Mirror Eyes. It's an exciting time for the band as they're getting ready to play Vans Warped Tour's Main Stage at their hometown stop of Detroit, Michigan. Also, an interstellar chat with author and real-life rocket scientist, Stephanie Osborn. The show kicks off with Eddie and Chris not understanding why actor Scott Baio (Happy Days, Charles in Charge) was invited to speak at the Republican National Contention. After making as much fun of Baio as possible, EJC play a brand new Republican themed prank call. What happens when Donald Trump calls a Chinese restaurant? Then, the talented Jess Coppens of Mirror Eyes joins the show to talk about how her band came together and how they're getting ready for a big performance on Warped Tour's Main Stage in Detroit. She also promises the idobi Radio audience that she'll do a banjo cover version of "Hold Your Breath", the Mirror Eyes song EJC spin after the interview. Next up, author and rocket scientist Stephanie Osborn, known as "The Interstellar Woman of Mystery", Skypes in. She gives her thoughts on the possibility of extraterrestrial life and why she believes in The Fermi Paradox. Osborn has published over thirty novels for all science fiction fans to geek out over. Find her work on her website. Plus, David from Australia touches base, the guys throw a bone to fellow podcasters the Devil and Demon Hitler, Chris's news in-depth feature: Michael Jackson: Guilt or Innocence, and more. This episode proudly is brought to you by, Coors Banquet.

Your three best friends you love to hate return with another groundbreaking episode of Eddie Jason & Chris! This time, featuring the awesomely talented Monk Tamony and lots of Pokémon GO talk. As a reflection of life this weekend, this episode starts with lots of Pokémon GO talk. It's the biggest mobile gaming sensation since Candy Crush, but could it be stealing and accessing all of your personal information? The guys discuss and play a game of Pokémon Character or Japanese Porn Star. Also, stay listening for a Pokémon GO themed prank call. Next, EJC Super-Fan David in Australia offers to come to the United States to be a guest on EJC. After being slightly creeped out, but more so flattered, the guys chat with TJ Rosenthal of the insanely kick-ass, Monk Tamony. They're a rock duo focusing on getting music fans engaged and excited–and they do just that. Rosenthal talks about what it's like to be a bi-coastal band, upcoming shows to look out for and the inspiration behind their new self titled record, Monk Tamony, available here. Also, have bands officially run out of names? Plus, a guy tells his girlfriend she's dressed too slutty for dinner with parents which opens a can of worms, Mat Harris the Co-Host on the North West Coast can't find love in the online Tinder catfish scene, the latest headlines and more. This episode proudly is brought to you by, Coors Banquet.

An American flavored episode of Eddie Jason & Chris blasts off into the air and explodes with guest Jonathan Bonilla of Hollis Brown–and other really cheesy Forth of July analogies. The mayhem begins with a juvenile prank call involving a digestion issue and fireworks. Apparently they're not candy. Why isn't that on the damn wrapper? And why do people stay on the phone so long with us? Some things will never be explained. Up next, Jonathan Bonilla joins us via Skype to talk about his awesome band Hollis Brown as he's in the middle of booking hotel rooms for an upcoming tour. EJC notice similarities between Hollis Brown and Black Keys, and it turns out Hollis Brown is on the same record label that released the first Black Keys record, Alive Records. They guys also talk about what it's like to be a band touring in a van behind a bus, which track should be the single off their record Cluster of Pears and more. Also, EJC pays homage to the #OriginalBrexit, the guys talk about old man music, a game of Jason or George W. Bush, Jason soundboard prank calls, Jason, Eddie and Lauren threaten getting deported by failing a citizenship test, Chris SexyChats with pervs, the latest headlines with Chris and more. This episode proudly brought to you by, Coors Banquet.

If you like comedy, karaoke, prank calls and pop-culture trivia games, this episode is for you! Episode #222 features talented Denver comedian Joe Grey and podcaster Daniel Patronilo of the Pint Of Cacophony Podcast. Oh, yeah, and British Prime Minister David Cameron. After EJC kick off the show with a new soundboard prank call using clips from Chris on past episodes, Denver comedian Joe Grey joins the fun to talk about what it's like to be an young stand-up comedian. He's working his ass off and is very active in the Denver comedy scene, which has produced talent like T.J. Miller, Tim Allen and everyone's favorite, Tom Arnold. Grey is loving the collaborative nature of the Denver comedy scene and is well on his way to becoming a break-out act. Up next, Jason and Chris go head-to-head in a game of Know Your New Slang, a trivia game which challenges contestants to use new slang words in sentences. Jason and Chris don't fare well, but hey, they're not 15-year-old girls (we think). Later, talented podcaster Daniel Patronilo Skypes in to talk about his background in radio, which included a successful stint working for The World Famous KROQ. Now, he's mixing together punk and comedy with his podcast Pint of Cacophony, much in the same sprint as EJC. Plus Jason hates karaoke, British Prime Minister David Cameron does an exclusive interview with EJC, Co-Host on the North West Coast Mat Harris checks in, Jason gives a life hack involving cereal, and more. This episode proudly brought to you by, Coors Banquet and Blue Apron. Head over to Blue Apron now to receive two free meals!

Episode #221 features punk rock stand up comic JT Habersaat, who's been featured on Vans Warped Tour and is currently leading the Altercation Tour. Also, rising Denver alternative band 888 who announced their deal with Island Records minutes before their appearance. As the show kicks off, Eddie butchers Habersaat's name by calling him Jason for some reason. He doesn't seem to notice, or he's just really professional and nice. Listen as Habersaat tells EJC what it's like to be a stand up comedian that opens for bands like Teenage Bottlerocket, Chuck Ragan, Riverboat Gamblers and more. He also lends his theory on Juggalos and delivers his favorite one liner. Next up, Denver band 888 joins the show still high off the news that they signed to Island Records. The Denver music scene couldn't be more proud of 888 and EJC asks the guys how the recent success is making them feel. This is a band to keep an eye (and ear) on! Also, listen as Jason makes a prank call involving an app he can't operation, Virtual Jason calls in to weigh in on women's rights, Chris attempts to rescue a dozen hot girls wearing bikinis, The EDDIE System for dating, Chris with the latest headlines, and more. This episode proudly brought to you by, Coors Banquet and Blue Apron. Head over to Blue Apron now to receive two free meals!