šļø Bar Chords: The Podcast You Canāt Miss! šøš¶
Hosted by Joel, Brant, and Alex, weāre bringing you wild bar stories, unforgettable music moments, ā plus random stuff we canāt help but talk about! Want to know what really happens behind the bar? Or the chaos of live gigs? Weāve got you covered.
Every episode, we dive into our personal journeys in music, share hilarious bar tales, chat about random topics that pop into our heads, and explore what makes both bartending and music so unpredictable and fun.
Episode 8: Pizza, Viral TikToks, New Ride & Should We Get Merch?
The Bar Chords trio is backāand this week...
š Alex just got a new car, and letās just sayā¦ the spending didnāt stop there.
šø We talk about going a little too hard on big purchases and then having to tighten up on food budgeting.
š± Joel discovers Alex has a couple of home renovation TikToks that quietly went viralāno big deal, but definitely a fun surprise.
š„ Movie night debate: Is going to the theater still worth it, or is staying in the better move?
š¼ Plus, we dive into the movies we saw in theaters as kidsāthe ones that stuck with us (for better or worse).
š¹ Drink of the Week: A cocktail thatās perfect for relaxing after a long shift or a wild spending spree.
š¶ Bar Chords Mixtape: The crew adds their latest favorite tracksāwhatās making the playlist this week?
Hit play for laughs, debates, and that signature Bar Chords chaos.
š Like, comment, and subscribe to keep the party going every week!
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11 May 2025
Episode 7: Delayed Drops & Jam Sessions
ā ļø Audio Disclaimer: Our mixer glitched out right before recording, so this episode was captured through a laptop mic. The vibes are still strong, but the sound quality isnāt up to our usual standardāthanks for sticking with us!
In this episode of Bar Chords, we dive into the delays behind Brantās upcoming album and talk about the creative (and sometimes chaotic) role AI is starting to play in music. We swap stories about custom-built guitars, the bands that shaped our youth, and why jamming with friends is still the best part of being a musician.
PLUSāweāre rolling out two brand-new segments:
š¹ Drink of the Week ā where we each share and rate a featured beverage.
š§ Bar Chords Mixtape ā each of us adds a song to our growing Spotify playlist and breaks down the pick.
Grab a drink, tune in, and jam out with us. šø
šµ Listen to the Bar Chords Mixtape on Spotify:
4 May 2025
Episode 6: F*** it, We'll do it live!
This week, the Bar Chords crew leans into the chaos with an off-the-cuff episode full of surprises. We talk favorite cocktails (both classy and questionable), test the waters with our first-ever TikTok Live, and trade war stories about the worst restaurant jokes we've heard (and maybe told). Plus, a heated debate breaks out over binge-watching versus weekly TV drops, and we fall down the rabbit hole of cringey old photos still haunting the internet. Itās a mix of nostalgia, nonsense, and just enough booze talk to keep it on brand.
27 Apr 2025
Episode 5 : Pixels, Prompts & Pop Rocks
In this episode of Bar Chords, the trio dives headfirst into the digital domain. From their favorite video games to late-night editing grinds, they unpack the creative highs and chaotic lows of modern tech. The crew debates the pros and cons of AIācan it really help artists, or is it just a digital buzzkill? Plus, a spirited (and slightly sugar-rushed) conversation about how energy drinks and sweet mixers might be the real villains behind brutal hangovers. It's equal parts geek-out and gut-checkātune in for the laughs, the opinions, and maybe even a new gaming recommendation.
20 Apr 2025
Episode 4: Industry Origins PART 2
In Part 2 of our service industry origin story, things get a little more chaoticāin the best way. We kick things off with the age-old question: Is it ever okay to eat off a guestās plate? Then we swirl into a wine chat, dive back into the music world, and break down what it takes to write the āperfectā song (if that even exists).
Itās a full-shift conversationāequal parts front-of-house, back-of-house, and green room.
šļø Hosts: Alex, Brant, and Joel
š· Topics: Plate-picking etiquette, wine thoughts, music talk, songwriting breakdowns
Hit play, pour a glass, and hang with us.
13 Apr 2025
Episode 4: Industry Origins PART 1
Before we were behind the bar, we were behind the line. In this episode, the Bar Chords crew dives into our roots in the service industryāstarting in hot, chaotic kitchens and eventually making the move out front. We talk first jobs, lessons learned in the trenches, and what pulled us toward bartending and serving.
This oneās for the dishwashers, line cooks, and bussers dreaming of that first pour. Everyoneās gotta start somewhere.
šļø Hosts: Alex, Brant, and Joel
š„ Topics: Kitchen origins, service industry growth, front-of-house transitions
If youāve ever worked a double, survived a dinner rush, or cleaned out a walk-in freezer at 2AMāthis oneās for you.
6 Apr 2025
Episode 3: Board Flips, Broken Hips, and Marketplace Tips
This week on Bar Chords, the trio dives into a mix of wild stories and big milestones. Joel shares tales from his acting career, Brant celebrates his daughter's new skateboard sponsorship, and Alex relives the chaos of a leg injury that led to some unforgettable emergency room horror stories. Plus, the crew swaps their worst Marketplace experiencesābecause apparently, buying and selling online is a guaranteed way to lose faith in humanity. Buckle up for laughs, frustrations, and a little bit of inspiration!
30 Mar 2025
BONUS: The Perfect Crossover
In this episode, itās just Alex flying solo as he heads to Ontario to join an unreleased episode of the Aaron is Perfect podcast!
His brother Aaron and best friend Jim are in the mix in this one, and we dive into some fun conversations, memories, and, of course, some musical moments.
With Joel and Brant out this episode, We take a break from the usual Bar Chords format and enjoy a different kind of podcast vibe. Tune in for a special crossover episode thatās all about family, friendship, and great chats!
Be sure to check out Aaron is perfect podcast on all platforms! šļøāļø
30 Mar 2025
Episode 2: Syncing to the Algorithm
In this episode of Bar Chords, we explore the intersection of music and social media. We discuss how algorithms shape the way we discover and share music, and the impact they have on artists navigating the digital world. Plus, we dive into some of the funniest videos that have popped up in our feeds latelyābecause who doesnāt need a good laugh in the midst of all the algorithms? Tune in for some fun and insights into the online music scene! š¶š²š
30 Mar 2025
Episode 1: Tuning Up.
Welcome to the very first episode of Bar Chords! Your hostsāAlex, Brant, and Joelāintroduce themselves and dive into their backgrounds in music. From DJing and electronic beats to acoustic performances, we share how we got started, what inspires us, and where our musical journeys have taken us.
This episode is all about setting the stage for whatās to come. Just a chance to get to know us and our love for music. Grab a drink, tune in, and letās kick things off! š»š¶
16 Mar 2025
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Welcome to Bar Chords ā the podcast where music, the service industry, and random chaos collide! Join your hosts, Joel, Brant, and Alex, as they share stories from behind the bar, the stage, and everywhere in between. From wild customer encounters to offbeat topics and unexpected laughs, itās a mix of real talk and good vibes. Tune in ā you never know what weāll talk about next!
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