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Shut Up & Listen
by Shut Up and Listen
Welcome to Shut Up & Listen, where our music hosts bring you the best of Whatcom County and North Puget Sound's music scene. From local talents to touring artists, they dive into upcoming projects, tour stories, and everything in-between. Produced by Rocket Soul Studios and recorded at Binary Recording Studio, it's your go-to resource for all things music in the region. Tune in and shut up to discover the stories behind the music.
Episodes
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Actress
CHRVNS sits down with Actress and discuss their recent show at West Fest, boobgate, origin stories, what it means to have stage presence, pre show rituals, Summer's Daughter, recoding music that feels like playing live, making a safe space, and unmasking....
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Splish Splash Music Festival 2025
In this episode Chrvns and the SUAL crew head to Splish Splash Music Festival for their second annual outing at the Lookout Arts Quarry. With a little help from Tiaga Productions, the Whalien crew is at it again with another legendary weekend of music, fun, and space cowboy vibes. We sat down and...
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Simon Llewelyn Evans
CHRVNS sits down with Simon Llewelyn Evans and discuss a seed that sprouts a beautiful friendship, playing music to slow down time, drawing a straight line to inspiration, and more! Simon Llewelyn Evans is a singer-songwriter originally from Australia, now based in the Pacific Northwest. His work...
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NW Tune-Up 2025
Shut Up & Listen headed to NW Tune-Up Festival this year and talked to the sponsors and the cofounder about bringing a local community together to celebrate what they love most, we also talked to touring bands like Harbour and The 4411 about what it means to them to get to play events like…
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City of Pines
CHRVNS and Tim Mechling sit down with City of Pines and discuss turning a catastrophe into a core memory, winning over a hostile crowd, recording in Sweden, how much running is involved in making a music video, Backflips > Frontflips, and Tim tries to start a true crime podcast. City of Pines was...
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Whalien
CHRVNS and Tim Mechling sit down with Whalien and discuss the down and dirty side of being a jam band, how to be a multi-genre band while also having a clear identity, does being a drummer who writes lyrics make you a piece of shit?, getting punched by my middle schoolers, from Singapore with…
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Episode 100
In this episode Chrvns and OVRTHNKR sit down and reminisce over the last 99 episode of Shut Up and Listen. Discuss what it means to promote a community, they also talk about the future of the podcast, and the future for themselves.
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Killmer
CHRVNS and OvrThnkr. sit down with Nico Carrera of Killmer and discusses who in the band gives the better interview, moving to a new city to make new music, making music to challenge yourself and your listeners, understanding everyone's creativity, Netflix, dealing with wack crowds, and making a...
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Kam Lynn
This week, CHRVNS and OVRTHNKR sit down with Bellingham artist Kam Lynn to dive into the craft behind the music. They unpack the difference between lyrics-first vs. vibe-first listeners, why imperfection might be the key to great production, and whether gear really matters for a great songwriter....
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Now Defunkt
CHRVNS sits down with Now Defunkt and discusses humble beginnings in Huntington Beach, having an open invitation to jam, making music during lockdown, creating a Jamcation, community, finally getting to play live, and making a documentary about the whole thang. Now Defunkt is a genre-blurring…
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Silk Jammies
CHRVNS and OVRTHNKR sit down with Bellingham’s own Silk Jammies to talk origin stories—from elementary school band days to Robo’s chaotic early mix-tapes that sparked his DJ journey. They get into the eternal Logic vs. Reason debate, pour one out for the dearly departed Sasquatch Festival, unpack…
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Josh Jensen
Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with Josh Jensen and discuss being a father first and foremost, recording his first album on his phone to recording his latest project with a drum and bass DJ to spice things up. The power of collaboration and embracing the darkside to take creative leaps, and...
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Kyle Alan Hobbs
Kyle Alan Hobbs is a Bellingham-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist blending cosmic country with a psychedelic twist. Born in Memphis and raised across Florida and California, Hobbs’s music reflects a restless, exploratory spirit grounded in American roots. A self-taught musician, Hobbs…
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Devin Champlin
CHRVNS sits down with Devin Champlin to discuss and tour his legendary guitar shop in the heart of Bellingham. They also talk about clowning around on T.V. in Chicago, gaining rainbow vision after an acid trip, the state of music in Bellingham, and creating a space for musicians. Northwest...
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Jay Irwin and the GP Sunsets
Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with Jay Irwin and the GP Sunsets to talk about their new EP Blessings and Close Calls, how the Georgia-Pacific paper mill’s pollution inspired the band’s name, and writing songs about struggling with life online. It's a conversation about place, persistence, and...
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Surreal
Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with Surreal, a grunge/alt-rock band from Mount Vernon, WA, to talk band origins, musical influences, and why their name sounds like a fever dream. They swap stories—including Tim’s unforgettable encounter with a carnie named Hatchet—and wrap things up with a...
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The Preacher & The Freight Train
Tim Mechling and CHRVNS sit down with Mark 'The Freight Train' Wheeler and Walker VanWingerden of Preacher and The Freight Train for an unforgettable conversation. In this episode, they dive into Mark’s legendary birthday parties, Walker’s inspiring grandfather, and the concept of 'Grandpa...
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The Enthusiasts
Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with The Enthusiasts for a deep and heartfelt conversation about sibling ESP connections, how Sommer and Andrew found their way back to making music together, and the journey behind their new LP, To Rest a Field. They discuss recording at the legendary Unknown...
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Tad Kroening
Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with singer-songwriter Tad Kroening for a deep dive into his musical journey. They discuss Tad and Tim’s shared experiences in Bellingham and Snohomish, Tad’s passion for open mics, and the art of hosting. Tad shares insights into his songwriting process, his...
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Brittany Collins
Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with singer-songwriter Brittany Collins to dive into the quirks and chaos of being a musician. They explore why so many artists seem a little off, the art of writing “character songs,” and the need for more women in the music industry. Plus, Brittany opens up…
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Pete Ruble
Pete Ruble joins hosts CHRVNS and Tim Mechling to discuss his early introduction to Bob Dylan and how it shaped his songwriting and musical journey. He shares insights on playing live shows in Bellingham and wraps up the episode with a special live in-studio performance.Pete Ruble was born in the...
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Orions Belte (re-release)
In this re-released episode of Shut Up & Listen, CHRVNS and Morgan Kramer sit down with Øyvind Blomstrøm of Norway's Orions Belte at Ono Cafe in Bellingham during the inaugural Bellingham Exit Festival. They dive into conversations about life on tour, the art of songwriting, and much more in this...
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Ryan Eston Paul
In this episode, Chrvns sits down with composer and sound designer Ryan Eston Paul to explore his deeply personal and inspiring journey. From a traumatic upbringing that left him nearly silent until the age of five, Ryan found his voice through music. He shares his path from discovering…
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Speaking Feather
Chrvns and Tim Mechling join Speaking Feather for an inspiring conversation about their Lummi and Blackfeet heritage, the joys of fishing, the importance of preserving the wisdom of their elders, and the creative journey behind their upcoming music release. They dive into the beauty of tribal...
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Boris Budd
Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with Boris Budd for a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from Yanni and Zamfir the pan flute player to cannabis music culture and Seattle’s iconic Hemp Fest. Boris shares insights on unlocking creativity, the hypocrisy of politics, and what it truly…
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Jeffrey Scott Mack
Tim Mechling sits down with Jeffrey Mack Scott for an engaging episode of Shut Up and Listen, diving into Jeff's unconventional musical journey. They discuss how he didn’t pick up the guitar until his late 30s and reflect on his background in punk rock and hardcore, drawing comparisons to his...
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Hannah Wyatt
Tim Mechling interviews Hannah Wyatt in this episode of Shut Up and Listen, delving into the journey behind her new album Sunday Cowboy, the vibrant folk music scene in Bellingham, and much more. Hannah Wyatt is an emerging indie folk artist based in Bellingham. Her melancholic sound has…
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City of Pines
Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with Nick Clack to delve into his indie project, City of Pines. The conversation explores how his day job as a teacher shapes his songwriting and provides insight into his creative process for writing and recording. They also discuss his experiences touring major...
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Hernamewasprincess
Chrvns and Tim Mechling talk to Clay Christofferson AKA Hernamewasprincess about his latest album, couch surfing for over 200 days, his experience on a tiny home reality TV show, and way way more. A collaboration between Clay Christofferson and Tim Mechling with their talented friends to bring...
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DUOS
Chrvns sits down with one of 2024's breakout artists, DUOS, in member Barrett Lizza's eccentric oddities shop in Fairhaven, WA. From wild tour tales at the Mexican border to unforgettable Bellingham house shows, this episode dives into the madness like never before—possibly our most insane yet!...
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Forrest Templin
In this episode, CHRVNS and Jesse Stanton from Cascadia Daily News sit down with Bellingham’s beloved music promoter, Forrest Templin. They reminisce about their first concerts, dive into the meaning of the term "Grom," and get an insider’s look at the hustle behind organizing Bellingham’s…
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loveli
Chrvns and Jesse Stanton of Cascadia Daily News sit down with loveli, also known as Eli Wills, to explore his transformative music journey. They dive into the roots of his career, discussing his growth as both a folk artist and an electronic musician. Eli shares how he balances these distinct...
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Community Roundtable Pt. 2
In part two of this roundtable episode, CHRVNS and Jesse Stanton sit down again with KZAX’s Mike Nardone, Downtown Bellingham Partnership’s Jenny Hagemann, Ritual Records’ Cory Blackwood, and Make.Shift’s Athena DeWitt. This time, they’re diving into the biggest trends of 2024, their visions for...
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Community Roundtable Pt. 1
Join CHRVNS and Jesse Stanton as they host a roundtable episode packed with insights into Bellingham’s 2024 music scene. Special guests include KZAX’s Mike Nardone, Downtown Bellingham Partnership’s Jenny Hagemann, Ritual Records’ owner Cory Blackwood, and Make.Shift’s Athena DeWitt. In part one,...
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The Rhetorician & fantompower
Chrvns and Noel sit down with The Rhetorician and fantompower for Pt. 2 of The Rhetorician on SUAL. They talk about Noel's experience at a mushroom church in Seattle, play a hilarious round of "this or that", discuss The Rhetorican's new album drop and his hand-crafted murder mystery, and MORE!…
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Julien Scherliss
Chrvns and Rhetorician visit with local filmmaker and music video director Julien Scherliss. They discuss Julien's early roots filming cooking shows with his cousin when they were kids, his move to Bellingham by way of Hollywood, and his approach to art and filmmaking. Julien is a Director and...
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pantsuitguy & No Guts (Episode 1 re-air)
To celebrate the upcoming 75th episode of Shut Up and Listen, we're re-airing our very first episode featuring Pantsuitguy and No Guts. In this special throwback, CHRVNS is joined by longtime host Morgan Kramer and What's Up Magazine founder Brent Cole.
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Mike Nardone
Chrvns talks to Mike Nardone, a Bellingham-based DJ who has spent decades in the music industry and worked with huge hip hop artists in Los Angeles. They discuss Mike's move to Bellingham, some of his biggest collabs, and more! Originally from Monterey, California, Mike Nardone spent the last 35...
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OVRTHNKR
Chrvns and Noel sit down with OVRTHNKR to dive into a wild conversation covering everything from the deeper meaning of "Live Laugh Love" to the art of screaming using cat meows. They share hilarious stories about the ups and downs of tour life, including the surreal experience of playing at a...
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Heist
In this episode, Chrvns and Noel sit down with Heist, a seasoned rapper with 15 years of experience, as he reflects on his journey from high school to his first show at Cobra Lounge in 2010. We dive into the evolution of freestyle music and the hip-hop scene, discussing the collaborative process...
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Cumulus
Chrvns and Jesse Stanton, music columnist for Cascadia Daily News talk to Alex Lockhart aka Cumulus about her incredible journey as a musician. They dive into her move from Bellingham to Seattle, getting signed to a big indie label, touring the country multiple times, and the ups and downs of...
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Digital Ghost
Chrvns brings in his friends and fellow rapper Digital Ghost for this week's episode. He reveals show he started rapping, talks about coming up through Soundcloud, touches on some of his bigger than life collabs, and Chrvns even books a show for Digital during the episode. Digital Ghost aka bzkt…
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Caden Deardorf
Chrvns talks with Caden Deardorf, the drummer of The Glare Killers and owner of Angry Llama Records, a Bellingham-based record label. They talk about his move from Kitsap to Bellingham, being raised in the church by a father who was a worship leader, and the story behind starting his own label.
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Slap Serif
CHRVNS and Noel sit down with Slap Serif to discuss how they got their start in the Bellingham music scene, their previous and upcoming projects, their musical inspirations as well as their involvement with The Rhetorician and the Duper Humans! Slap Serif's Instagram:...
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Kelly Sorbel
Chrvns and Noel talk to Kelly Sorbel about moving to Bellingham right before 9/11, his journey as a musician and audio engineer during the tail end of the grunge era to now, crazy shows at the original Cabin Tavern, and how almost dying changed his life. Kelly Sorbel is an artist,...
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Roland Olayvar
CHRVNS and Noel sit down with Roland Olayvar, the sound engineering izard behind the sound of many of the shows put on in Bellingham and around the PNW. Tune in to listen to how he got his start, his upbringing in Alaska as well as his advice to engineers just getting started! Brought to you by:...
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Biff Got Killed
Chrvns sits down with Bellingham's Biff Got Killed to discuss how their band formed from a Craigslist ad, moving to Bellingham during Covid, their dream gear lists, and more! Biff started with a Craigslist ad looking to start a stoner rock band free of lyrics about dragons and wizards and sound...
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Rich Canut
CHRVNS and Jesse Stanton sit down with Rich Canut, an audio engineer and music aficionado with countless hours in the field and working in venues; sit down and stay awhile to hear stories about life on the road with professional musicians, working at different venues as well as what Rich gets up…
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Rocky Evans
Shut Up and Listen's youngest guest stops in for a special 4th of July episode to share some words of wisdom and brighten the day of all our listeners. Rocky Evans is an upcoming musician who flows wherever the wind takes him.
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Tyanna
CHRVNS and Noel sit down with Tyanna and discuss how she got her start in music, some of her biggest inspirations/favorite artists as well as what's to come with her upcoming projects! Brought to you by: Lost Giants https://lostgiantscider.com/ Menace Brewing https://menacebrewing.com/ Binary...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Shut Up & Listen, where our music hosts bring you the best of Whatcom County and North Puget Sound's music scene. From local talents to touring artists, they dive into upcoming projects, tour stories, and everything in-between. Produced by Rocket Soul Studios and recorded at Binary Recording Studio, it's your go-to resource for all things music in the region. Tune in and shut up to discover the stories behind the music.
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Welcome to Shut Up & Listen, where our music hosts bring you the best of Whatcom County and North Puget Sound's music scene. From local talents to touring artists, they dive into upcoming projects, tour stories, and everything in-between. Produced by Rocket Soul Studios and recorded at Binary...
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