SlapperCast

Episode 19: MacGyver & Wonder Woman

June 11th, 2019  |  58 mins 28 secs

Mike and Wes share a bit about their musical histories. Also: stories of our experiences in Las Vegas and memorable incidents with drunk people at our shows.

Episode 18: Epiphany's Little Sister

June 4th, 2019  |  40 mins 46 secs

band history, personal histories

How Blaggards got booked in Vegas by the legendary Derek Warfield, the band's longtime connection with Celtic FC Supporters, their unique arrangement of Fields of Athenry, the perils of people-pleasing in the arts, and the remarkable bravery of stand-up comedians.

Episode 17: Hold Me

May 28th, 2019  |  21 mins 23 secs

Chad waxes nostalgic about Fitzgerald's, one of Houston's oldest music venues that closed in December 18 and was torn down last week.

Episode 16: Chocolate is a Vegetable, Right?

May 21st, 2019  |  1 hr 14 mins

Interests outside of music, how we "wind down" between shows, how the band has held together for so long, favorite foods, and the joys of Houston humidity.

Episode 15: Sandwich Time

May 14th, 2019  |  50 mins 8 secs

What would we be doing now if Blaggards had never happened? A very good question with a very long answer.

Episode 14: Julie Andrews Called Me

May 7th, 2019  |  32 mins 53 secs

Wireless guitar systems, stage set-ups, mandolin, fifth members, favorite movie soundtracks, Patrick's hair

Episode 13: Allergic to Sleeves

April 30th, 2019  |  45 mins 6 secs

Slow songs, set lists, sound checks, stolen gear, etc.

Episode 12: Fried Chicken Tech for Meat Loaf

April 23rd, 2019  |  56 mins 5 secs

Ridiculous song requests, favorite venues, closed venues that we miss, Patrick's guitars, Blaggards on vinyl.

Episode 11: 666 Acacia Avenue

April 16th, 2019  |  58 mins 23 secs

Patrick and Chad talk about their experiences in the recording studio.

Episode 10: Just Kidding, Lars

April 9th, 2019  |  1 hr 12 mins

How long does it take two Blaggards to list their top five desert island discs? The world may never know.

Episode 9: Fifteen Dead Bodies

April 2nd, 2019  |  1 hr 4 mins

Patrick and Chad continue their discussion on influences, this time with a focus on their chosen instruments and vocal styles.

Episode 8: Gerbil on Cocaine

March 26th, 2019  |  40 mins 55 secs

influences

Patrick and Chad begin exploring their musical influences… this is just the start of what will likely be an ongoing discussion across many episodes.