Hey, welcome to the Dive Bar Music Club.

We’re all about good tunes, better stories, and maybe a cheap drink or coffee while we’re at it.

Each month, we’ll dive headfirst into the indie music world with a crew that knows their stuff: a venue owner, a touring songwriter, a zine editor, or a radio host who’s seen (and heard) it all. We’re swapping stories about the hidden gems buried at the bottom of festival flyers, the bands we still blast from our college days, and those unforgettable nights when the only person in the crowd was the bartender. Shoutout to them, seriously.

Whether you’re a die-hard music head or just here for the vibes, pull up a chair. Let’s talk about what’s surprising us, what’s still hitting hard, and why music always finds a way to keep things interesting.

Low-key. High taste. Happy hour for music nerds. Let’s get into it.

Doors open January 2026.

Show Notes

Let your hair down after a long month, and join one heck of a rotating crew:

• A venue owner who’s seen it all from behind the bar to backstage
• A touring songwriter with stories that could fill a novel (or three)
• A zine editor who’s deep in the queer country scene
• A radio host who always seems to know the next big thing before anyone else
• A songwriter and musician who found her groove making textile art
• And a rotating crew of friends and colleagues

No script here. Just a bunch of passionate music nerds riffing on what we are listening to right now.

Here’s what we’re getting into:

• What’s been catching our ears lately: new finds, unexpected earworms (better than brain worms), and bands that blew our minds in the most random venues
• That magical moment when a song just clicks and becomes a forever favorite
• Our wildest concert memories (yes, including the ones where the bartender was the only one clapping)
• Random places we’ve been caught dancing or singing like no one’s watching
• Plenty of laughs, low-key wisdom, and a healthy dose of “you had to be there” stories

And we get a little real, too:

• How music marks time in our lives, those tracks that instantly transport you back
• The ways music helps us through it all: breakups, breakthroughs, road trips, and rainy Tuesdays
• Why the indie scene still matters, and why we’re not giving up on it anytime soon

So grab a drink, slide into your comfiest chair, and hang with us.

This is where stories get swapped, deep cuts get shared, and the volume’s always just a little too loud. Just how we like it.

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Takeaways

• The Dive Bar Music Club is a cozy gathering spot for music enthusiasts to share insights.
• Each week features a diverse panel from the independent music scene, enriching our conversations.
• We delve into unexpected musical gems, from hidden festival treasures to timeless playlist favorites.
• Our discussions highlight the intimate experiences of live shows, even when it’s just us and the bartender.
• Tune in for a relaxed vibe where music lovers swap stories over drinks, celebrating the art form.
• This podcast is a sanctuary for music nerds, bridging the gap between casual listeners and deep aficionados.

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