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Don't Start A Band Podcast
by Jake Cook
My name is Jake Cook and I play in a band called The Backseaters and this is a Podcast for everyone! The main point of the podcast will be to talk to musicians about what it takes to pursue a career in music! Also, it will just be information for everyone who's passionate about anything!
Episodes
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Don't Start A Band #57 - Matison Card
Matison Card came back on the podcast for her third episode, and we had a blast! We talked about her new reality show, coming out soon: comingoutforlove.com We hinted at projects in the works! And we talked about everything under the sun regarding working hard, and making things happen for...
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Don't Start A Band #56: Blonde, Passion In & Out
Solo-Cast where i talk about the new Marylin Monroe biopic, "Blonde", i talk about the importance of following your passion, and what you're meant to be pursuing, and talking about what you take in as a human being is what you get out! Follow me on Instagram: @jakecookofficial
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Don't Start A Band #55 - LOML
The wifey and I sit down and play a game called "Lets Get Deep" and we talk about our relationship, as well as advice and ideas for others! We also hint at the podcast we will be co-hosting, called the PreCome Podcast!
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Don't Start A Band #54: Wash Park
Keaton a.k.a. Wash Park was the best guest to have on the podcast to kick off the new era of the Don't Start A Band Podcast! New studio, new mindset, and a new realization that this podcast is something I'm meant to do! Wash Park: Instagram: @washparkmusic
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Don't Start A Band #53 - Mod Sun/Kanye Documentaries
Wasn't going to put out another episode until my foot was fully healed and I could start having guests on again... But this past weekend I watched the first episode of the Kanye West documentary (Netflix) and the full Mod Sun documentary (Youtube, and felt so inspired that I knew I had to do an...
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Don't Start A Band #52: Broken Bones & Insights
Wrapping up the sh*t show that will forever be known as 2021! I talk about what I'm listening to: Counterparts and Ruston Kelly. And i talk about the insights that I've gained this year that will hopefully connect with the listeners! And I might mention the fact that I broke my foot, and what…
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Don't Start A Band #51: Matison Card
Matison Card is a singer-songwriter, model, and actress! On this episode we focus more on her acting career because she is in a brand new horror movie coming out called Safe House 1618! We had a lot of fun talking about the behind the scenes, and the passion everybody involved had for making this...
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Don't Start A Band #50: Trevor Champeno (Pop-Punk Prince)
Trevor Champeno is the Pop-Punk Prince of Denver, and I couldn't have had a better guest to start the in-person interviews off with! Obviously, we talked about Pop-Punk, but we also talked movies, and so much more! Follow him on IG: @princeofkawaii
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Don't Start A Band #49: Lucifer, Playlists, and Documentaries
On this weeks episode I talk about the Lucifer show, and more importantly, the soundtrack! I talk about finding new music via streaming algorithms, and I talk about the new Oasis: Knebworth documentary that I saw this week! Jam packed episode on this, my third solocast, and I get a little…
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Don't Start A Band #48: Dead & Co. (Chicago)
2 weeks in a row!! On this weeks episode, I fill everybody in on what I've been listening to, and then I delve into my experience seeing Dead & Co. in Chicago! *SUBSCRIBE* on Spotify/Apple Podcast Follow me on Instagram: @jakebackseaters
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Don't Start A Band #47: New Beginnings! (Solo)
Technically, this is the 51st episode of the Don't Start A Band Podcast! I fell off a little bit during the pandemic and/or tried different ideas for the podcast... But at the end of the day, I LOVE doing the podcast and recording episodes, so that's exactly what I'm going to do from here on out!...
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Why Them? Grateful Dead
What's so great about the Grateful Dead? Why do millions of people love their music and going to their shows? More importantly, why do I love them? Here's another episode of the new "Why Them?" segment! his one's about the Grateful Dead! I give a brief history of the band, and then go into why...
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Don't Start A Band #46 - Youth Fountain (No Song)
Youth Fountain is an Emo/Pop Punk band from Vancouver, Canada and they are signed to Pure Noise Records! It was an absolute honor to have Tyler on the podcast, and we had an awesome conversation about songwriting, touring, and being a musician/band in todays world! Ones of the best guests I've…
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Don't Start A Band #46 - Youth Fountain
Youth Fountain is an Emo/Pop Punk band from Vancouver, Canada and they are signed to Pure Noise Records! It was an absolute honor to have Tyler on the podcast, and we had an awesome conversation about songwriting, touring, and being a musician/band in todays world! Ones of the best guests I've…
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Why Them? Oasis
First official episode of "Why Them?" and we're talking about Oasis! One of my favorite bands of all time, and I'm gonna tell you why! Not only am i going to tell you why, but I'm also going to tell you what they did right, and how it could be applied to today for up and coming bands/artists!...
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Why Them? (Intro)
This is the Intro for the podcasts' new segment, "Why Them?" I will be talking about bands/artists that I love, but some people... don't. This segment is not so much about me trying to defend the artists love; it's more about me really getting to the heart of why I love these artists, what they…
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Don't Start A Band #45 - Mac (DamaOn)
Please welcome Mac Gill from DamaOn! DamaOn has been a sponsor of the podcast for a while, and it was an absolute pleasure to have Mac on the show to talk about the origins of DamaOn, where they are today, and what they have planned for the future! There will be a "Part 2"! This is my first…
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Don't Start A Band #44: Lion I Am
It's been a while, BUT it was worth the wait because this conversation was phenomenal! We talked about the history of the band, some of the messages behind their songs, and we talked pretty extensively about some lesser known aspects of the music industry! Check them out on Spotify AND…
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Don't Start A Band #43: James (Oasis Podcast)
Getting to interview James from the Oasis Podcast was such an honor! Different time-zones, different continents, but we made it happen all for the love of Oasis! Some Might Say... We're mad for it! Of course we talked about Oasis, but we also went into how one should go about starting a podcast!...
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Don't Start A Band #42: Matison Card
Matison Card joined me for Episode #42! She is a singer/songwriter, actress, and model! We talked about the old days of the Denver music scene, she talked about the inner workings of being a model and actress, and we delved deep into what it means to make good music regardless of genre! Follow…
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Don't Start A Band #41: Wall Of The Fallen
FIRST EPISODE OF 2020!! The new year could not have started with a better episode! Wall Of The Fallen are a metalcore band from Denver, CO! I had an awesome conversation with them about their new album and so much more! Please follow them on Instagram and Facebook and watch their new music video!...
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Don't Start A Band #40: Year End (BONUS!)
This episode basically sums up the past year of the Don't Start A Band Podcast! I talk about all the amazing guests I have had on, and I share my gratitude for their time! AND I also talk about my thoughts on the music industry, and just the overall music that's being put out these days. All in...
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Don't Start A Band #39 - Damon Dutton (Colorado Kendama)
On this episode, I got to sit down and nerd out on Kendama with Damon Dutton of Colorado Kendama! He is one of the most enthusiastic and positive people I've had on, and it was a pleasure to get to talk to him about Kendama and the passion behind it! Follow Damon and Colorado Kendama on…
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Don't Start A Band #38 - Suitable Miss
Suitable Miss is a fresh, female fronted pop/punk band from Denver, CO! I stoked to have the opportunity to sit down and talk with them about the release of their new EP entitled "Don't Look Back" and how the band as a whole has been perceived! Listen to their new EP on all major platforms, and...
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Don't Start A Band #37 - A. Juan
A. Juan is a solo artist from Denver, CO! His first single "Juanabee" is out now! We got pretty deep on this one and I had a blast talking to him! Check him out on Instagram: @a.juan.ja
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Don't Start A Band #36 - The Backseaters
Me and the boyz finally sat down and did a Backseaters podcast! This was an absolute HOOT and we will definitely be doing many more in the future! www.facebook.com/thebackseaters @thebackseaters on IG Follow David and Colton: @thezeiler @davidjeruski
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Don't Start A Band #35 - Ian Taylor (ARROWS)
Ian Taylor is a Pop/Hip-Hop artist from Denver, CO who goes by the name ARROWS! This was a very insightful podcast, and I'm glad I got to have him on! Check him out on Facebook and Instagram: @varrowsv www.facebook.com/varrowsv
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Don't Start A Band #34 - Marcus Apodaca (If I Fail)
Marcus Apodaca of IF I FAIL joined me for Episode #34 of the podcast! Marcus and I played in If I Fail together, and he's one of my best friends, so it was an honor to have him on the podcast! We talked about IIF's history as well as our fondest memories of playing in the band, and most...
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Don't Start A Band #33 - Under Auburn Skies
Under Auburn Skies is a metalcore band from Denver, CO! We talked a lot about songwriting, and writing lyrics specifically! It was a fun podcast and I hope enjoy it! Follow them on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/underauburnskies -----------------------------------------------------...
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Don't Start A Band #32 - Bluprint
Bluprint is an Alternative Rock band from Denver, CO and they were a blast to have on the show!! Once agin I would like to apologize for the technical difficulties, BUT there will be a redemption episdode AND there is an unreleased track at the end! Follow them on Facebook and Instagram!...
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Don't Start A Band #31: The Polite Heretic
The Polite Heretic is a solo math-rock artist from Denver, CO! We had a great conversation, musically, philosophically, and it was even educational for me! I learned what math-rock is, and also what a "wook" is! Follow The Polite Heretic on Instagram and Facebook:...
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Don't Start A Band #30 - The Dangerous Summer
The Dangerous Summer is one of my favorite bands of all time, and it was an honor to be able to do this interview with them! We talked about their new album, "Mother Nature" as well as the 10 Year Anniversary of their album "Reach For The Sun"! Follow them on Instagram and Facebook:...
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Don't Start A Band #29 - Pacific Nerve
Pacific Nerve is a Pop/Rock band from Boulder, CO and they were kind enough to come and do a podcast with me! We talked about the formation of the band, their upcoming endeavors, and how their love for the music is what made it all happen! "Feel Alive" is out April 26th! Check them out on…
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Don't Start A Band #28 - Rozu
Rozu is a Metalcore band from Denver, CO (Vocalist Tim Graham was on episode 12) and the joined me for episode #28 to talk about everything from writing, to marketing, and even tour tips! Check them out on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/rozuofficial...
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Don't Start A Band #27 - Backseat Vinyl
Backseat Vinyl is a Denver based Rock band, and I'm stoked I got to have them on the podcast! We talked a lot about recording with producers, and some of the ins and outs of touring! *Their new album "Sad Frenzy" is available now* Check them out on Instagram and Facebook:...
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Don't Start A Band #26 - In My Room
I had an awesome conversation with the "mildly upset" boys from In My Room! We talked about the current state of "emo", about feminism, and about making the music that YOU want to make! Check them out on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/inmyroomband @inmyroomband
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Don't Start A Band #25 - David Jerusik (The Backseaters)
David Jerusik is the drummer for my band The Backseaters, as well as one of my best friends, and I'm so happy that I finally got to sit down and do an episode with him! We talked about being in a band together, life, and songs that give you the chills! Follow him on IG: @davidjeruski
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Don't Start A Band #23 - Youth On Record at Black Buzzard
First mobile podcast!! I did Episode #23 at Black Buzzard for a Youth On Record charity event! I got to talk to some of the performers from that night, including Bailey Elora who has been on before! I had fun doing it, and I hope you enjoy listening to it! Abigail Rose: @imabigailrose Cory Phare:...
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Don't Start A Band #22 - Holocene Hills
Holocene Hills are some good, long time friends of mine and I was honored to have them on the podcast to talk about their new album Rekindle and so much more! Check them out on all major platforms and go buy Rekindle on iTunes! Facebook: www.facebook.com/holocenehills Instagram: @holocenehills...
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Don't Start A Band #21 - First 20!
Happy 2019!! This is just me talking about my favorite parts of every episode (1-20) thus far!! I said some timestamps for parts in episodes that I thought were particularly useful! Enjoy!! Follow the podcast on Instagram! @dsabpodcast
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Don't Start A Band #20 - Brad Anderson
Brad is an amazing tattoo artist and a very insightful person and I'm glad i got to sit and talk to him about life, tattoos/tattooing, and music! Check him and his work out on Instagram! @ingutswetrust
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Don't Start A Band #19 - 1000 Miles Of Fire
Always a fun time hanging out with the guys from 1000MOF! We talked alot about touring and marketing so check it out! Also check THEM out on Instagram: @1000milesoffireband And Facebook: www.facebook.com/1000milesoffire
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Don't Start A Band #18 - Taylor Park
Taylor is a close friend of mine and I had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with him! We talked about his beginnings in music, the hardcore scene in Denver, and how music can be the best therapy! Follow him on Instagram: @t_mvmes187
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Don't Start A Band #17 - Griffith Johnson (Fox Lake)
Griffith is the drummer for a band called Fox Lake! We talked about his beginnings in music, hardcore, straight edge, and a lot more! He's one of my favorite humans, and I'm stoked that I got to sit down and chat with him! Check out Fox Lake on Instagram and Facebook: @foxlakeco...
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Don't Start A Band #16 - Dakota (Together.)
Dakota is new to the entrepreneur game with his brand new clothing line, Together. "What does this have to do with music, Jake?" Well we talk about music, AND Dakota has roots in the Denver music scene! Follow Together. on Instagram: @together_usa And his personal IG: @sevenseasking
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Don't Start A Band #15 - Wes Luna
Wes is a solo artist as well as the bassist for a band called Stereoshifter! He's been in the music game for a while and I was lucky enough to hear some of his awesome stories!! Follow him on Instagram: @weslunaofficial
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Don't Start A Band #14 - Almost, Maine
I got the chance to sit down with Denver Pop/Punk band, Almost, Maine! We had some great conversations about songwriting, music business, and everything else under the sun! Check them out on Facebook: www.facebook.com/almostmaineband Instagram: @almostmaine
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Don't Start A Band #13 - The Lycan
The Lycan is a rock DUO from Denver, CO and I had a great time sitting down and chatting with them! We talked about songwriting, promoting your brand, and Tom Segura! Follow them on Instagram: @wearethelycan Check them out and LIKE them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLycanOfficial/
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Don't Start A Band #12 - Tim Graham (Rozu)
Tim brought some really great insight to the table in regards to the music and business behind Rozu! Follow on Instagram: @rozu_official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rozuofficial/
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Don't Start A Band #11 - Aaron Elrod (The Host Club)
Aaron is a singer-songwriter for his band The Host Club! I've know Aaron for years, and I love his music, and i love his outstanding personality! We had some really great philisophical discussions about life, music, and everything in between! Check him and the rest of The Host Club out on…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
My name is Jake Cook and I play in a band called The Backseaters and this is a Podcast for everyone! The main point of the podcast will be to talk to musicians about what it takes to pursue a career in music! Also, it will just be information for everyone who's passionate about anything!
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