Band, Together

Season 03 Episode 010 Oct 28, 2020

Frequent collaborator and "Pride" video director Kara Lancaster joins the band to discuss the making of the 'Pride' music video. siignal.com thefamilycrest.com

Season 03 Episode 009 Oct 21, 2020

The band discusses Playlist For Progress, a new website where music lovers can download exclusive tracks, EPs and even a full playlist in exchange for a donation to an ActBlue fund benefiting progressive organizations focused on fighting for voting rights. playlistforprogress.com thefamilycrest.com

Season 03 Episode 008 Sep 30, 2020

The group takes it down a notch to have a lighthearted discussion prompted by Twitter about four movies you're pretty sure you like more than anyone you know. Also, music picks!

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Season 03 Episode 007 Sep 16, 2020

The band discusses the intersection of art, politics and protest. Is there a line? If so, where is it drawn?

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Bonus Episode Sep 02, 2020

"Assimilate me, baby." Liam and Tommy engage in conversation about Star Trek and the rest of the band goes along for the ride.

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Season 03 Episode 006 Aug 26, 2020

Special guest Tommy Siegel joins The Family Crest to discuss his new book, I Hope This Helps, his new solo record, Another Century Wasted, Jukebox the Ghost, and of course, sexy Pringles guy. About Tommy and to order the record and pre-order the book: tommysiegel.net thefamilycrest.com

Season 03 Episode 005 Aug 19, 2020

The Family Crest give their take on the world of streaming platforms. Plus, music picks!

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Bonus Episode Aug 12, 2020

In another episode of the "world famous" Unrefined Palates, John and Laura taste test Grapefruit Whiteclaw and Cipriani Belini. Also, John discusses his new favorite "'hack" of putting cream cheese on everything. thefamilycrest.com

Season 03 Episode 004 Aug 05, 2020

Inspired by viral "four important high school album" Twitter posts, the band discusses albums that were most influential to them during high school. Exactly no one one sticks to four album picks. Check out saveourstages.com for more information on saving independent music venues. Head to vote.org to check your voter registration status and for more information about voting. thefamilycrest.com

Season 03 Episode 003 Jul 22, 2020

The group fields listener questions and shares music picks in this slightly off-the-rails episode. thefamilycrest.com

Bonus Episode Jul 15, 2020

In this bonus episode of Band, Together, Laura and John bring you their wildly popular segment (according to them) Unrefined Palates. Laura tries Honig Sauvignon Blanc from Napa Valley and John tries Doc's Cider from Warwick, New York in this bicoastal edition of Unrefined Palates.

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Season 03 Episode 002 Jul 08, 2020

The Family Crest continues Band, Together: Socially-Distanced Edition to discuss music picks and their favorite recent stay-at-home recipes.

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Season 03 Episode 001 Jun 23, 2020

The Family Crest kicks off Season 3 discussing life during COVID-19, including how it's affecting the music industry, and important current events.

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Season 02 Episode 021 Oct 18, 2019

The band has a jolly round of music picks, and discuss upcoming band events including their new Kickstarter campaign.

Season 02 Episode 020 Sep 17, 2019

In a quick episode, the band goes over music picks, and announce their show at the newly reopened Presidio Theater in San Francisco.

Season 02 Episode 019 Aug 26, 2019

The band has an intro discussion about their experiences with classical music.

Season 02 Episode 018 Aug 15, 2019

The band answers some listener questions about music that gets them pumped, and how to survive the awful summer heat. Also, music picks!

Season 02 Episode 017 Aug 08, 2019

The band dives deeper into the world of Austrian band, Fezzz, as well as start a new segment that explores the complexities of being John.

Season 02 Episode 016 Jul 29, 2019

The band talks about live shows that have made personal impacts in their lives, plus share their weekly music picks.

Season 02 Episode 015 Jul 11, 2019

The band finishes up reviewing “Is It Good?” segments from the last tour, as well as pick campaign theme songs for theoretical presidential runs.

Season 02 Episode 014 Jul 04, 2019

The band takes a break from longer episodes by reviewing “Is it Good?” segments recorded during the German/Austrian tour. Also, (mostly) 4th of July inspired music picks.

Season 02 Episode 013 Jun 28, 2019

In the finale of their European tour recap, the group talks about the final days on tour including Berlin, a trip to Prague, and why John is always a randomly-selected secondary inspection candidate at airports.

Season 02 Episode 012 Jun 20, 2019

In Part 3 of their European tour recap, the band discuss their experiences in “Dark Germany” (another German band's words, not theirs), and "fields of gold" (definitely Laura's words).

Season 02 Episode 011 Jun 13, 2019

The band members continue their deep dive into their recent tour in Germany and Austria, with stories about everything from red light districts to German wine country.

Season 02 Episode 010 Jun 06, 2019

The band reflects on their experience during the first week of touring in Austria, ranging from language barriers to local customs.

Season 02 Episode 009 Apr 04, 2019

Before leaving for their tour of Germany and Austria, the band discuss music picks and introduce touring cellist, Lewis.

Season 02 Episode 008 Mar 28, 2019

The band's music picks are momentarily derailed, as they discuss their favorite types of pies (and compare them to America's favorites). Eventually, though, they get to the week's musical selections. For companion content, go to thefamilycrest.net/bts02e08

Season 02 Episode 007 Mar 21, 2019

In the second installment of their conversation with frequent collaborator Keith Lancaster, the band and Keith discuss the evolution of the Never Gonna Stop video, live videos, and more. Plus, weekly music picks. For companion content, go to: thefamilycrest.net/bts02e07

Season 02 Episode 006 Mar 16, 2019

In part one of a conversation with director Keith Lancaster, the band and Keith recall how they met and the beginnings of their creative relationship, including shooting the videos for 'Love Don't Go' and 'Brittle Bones.' For companion content, go to: thefamilycrest.net/bts02e05

Season 02 Episode 005 Mar 07, 2019

The band discusses their results on personality tests from Myers-Briggs to Buzzfeed quizzes. Things go off the rails with an impromptu sequel pitch to The Pacifier... starring Anthony. Plus, weekly music picks. For companion content, go to thefamilycrest.net/bts02e05

Season 02 Episode 004 Mar 03, 2019

The band discusses preparations for their upcoming European tour. For companion content go to: https://www.thefamilycrest.net/bts02e04

Season 02 Episode 003 Feb 21, 2019

The band members discuss their music picks for the week, have the shortest ever "Is It Good?", and play an exciting round of Shazam Roulette. Plus, the Mars Bar plot thickens. For companion content, go to thefamilycrest.net/bts02e03

Season 02 Episode 002 Feb 14, 2019

The band goes back in time to give a recap of their December tour with The Oh Hellos, as they make their way back home for the holidays. Plus: Is It Good?: La Croix Edition. For companion content: thefamilycrest.net/bts02e02

Season 02 Episode 001 Feb 07, 2019

The Family Crest announce Band, Together Season Two and its episodic direction, revealing their upcoming European tour (!), and New Year's resolutions, and more. For companion content, visit: thefamilycrest.net/bts02e01

Season 01 Episode 032 Jan 24, 2019

The band gets you through the hiatus leading to the start of season 2 with everyones music picks and a quick "Is It Good?" from the last tour, featuring Georgia Peach Coke.

Season 01 Episode 031.5 Jan 04, 2019

Short bonus episode. After finding out that Mars Bars and Milky Way have almost identical ingredients and proportions, the band deep dives into which is better. Full episodes will return next week.

Season 01 Episode 031 Nov 30, 2018

The group sits down to tackle mainly listener questions such as: What is the best fantasy epic and who would play us in a biopic. For companion content go to thefamilycrest.net/bte031. To help donate to victims of the California fires, go to: thefamilycrest.net/relief

Season 01 Episode 030 Nov 23, 2018

The band sits down to discuss their favorite album openers as well as their best advice on preparing for a winter tour. For info on helping the victims of the California fires go to: thefamilycrest.net/relief. For companion content go to: thefamilycrest.net/bte30

Season 01 Episode 029 Nov 15, 2018

The group sits down to discuss their favorite style icons in music and how the band's style has evolved over the years. For companion content, go to: thefamilycrest.net/bte029

Season 01 Episode 028.5 Nov 09, 2018

The group gets together for a few minutes after the Midterm Elections to share music picks. A full-fledged episode is coming up next week. For more on Band Together, visit: thefamilycrest.net/bandtogether/

Season 01 Episode 028 Oct 31, 2018

The band members tell spooky stories from touring, as well as childhood Halloween memories (costumes! candy! creepy shenanigans!). Plus, a special haunted version of weekly picks. For companion content, click here: thefamilycrest.net/bte028

Season 01 Episode 027 Oct 25, 2018

The band sits down to talk about their individual philosophies about cover songs; what they look for when exploring other artists' covers, and some of their favorite covers of all time. Plus, listener questions and weekly picks! For companion content, go to: thefamilycrest.net/bte027

Season 01 Episode 026 Oct 18, 2018

The band sits down to discuss their first time playing Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival, talk about Liam's Dad's retirement at the historic Hotel Leger, and... announce new tour dates! For companion content, go to: thefamilycrest.net/bte026

Season 01 Episode 025 Oct 05, 2018

In addition to a deep dive into the week’s musical picks, the group focuses on answering listener questions, including which movie makes John cry every time, formative lyrics, and more. For companion content, go to https://www.thefamilycrest.net/bte025

Season 01 Episode 024 Sep 26, 2018

After finishing their set at the Same Same But Different Festival, the band sits down for a late night session to discuss their weekly music picks, favorite karaoke jams, and what animal best represents the band. Also, the long anticipated premiere of "Resistance is Worthwhile". For companion content, Click Here

Season 01 Episode 023 Sep 19, 2018

In addition to weekly picks and listener questions, the band explores their individual pre-show routines, and learn about John's odd process of telling time. For companion content, click here.

Season 01 Episode 022 Sep 12, 2018

The band sits down to discuss their varying degrees of synesthesia as well as other emotional responses to listening and playing music.

Season 01 Episode 021 Sep 05, 2018

While coming down from the exhilaration of the last tour, the band talks about their non-musical talents. Also, a new Unrefined Palates, featuring extended family member, Ben and his fine Japanese whiskey.

Season 01 Episode 020 Aug 29, 2018

While in the car driving to Denver, the band reflect on the last week of shows on their last tour, and what touring sick is like. Plus, a special edition of Unrefined Palates, and the debut of a new segment, Road Beer.

Season 01 Episode 019 Aug 22, 2018

The band takes a break after being rained out in Baltimore to discuss the beginning of their tour. Plus, the debut of a new segment, LB on the Street and listener questions.

Season 01 Episode 018 Jul 29, 2018

Leading up to the first date of their summer tour, the band is all in different places, and chime on listener questions. Plus, hear the debut of Laura's new surprise segment, "Sad and Alone, But Slowly Becoming Okay With It", and a new potential segment from George.

Season 01 Episode 017 Jul 20, 2018

Liam and John sit down and discuss the most frequently-asked listener question: What is Liam's writing process? Plus, the two band founders choose 'picks of the week' for their bandmates as well as themselves.

Season 01 Episode 016 Jul 12, 2018

The group takes a break from playing shows at High Sierra Music Festival to talk about the experience, new music discoveries, and more. Joining the group are friends (and extended family members) Jess and Tori. Plus, the brief but mighty return of Is it Good? With Anthony.

Season 01 Episode 015 Jul 12, 2018

The band members discuss their thoughts on playing venue shows vs. festivals, and engage in a lively (salty?) conversation about... sandwiches. Plus: listener questions!

Season 01 Episode 014 Jun 28, 2018

The members of the band discuss the history of their respective instruments, give their weekly picks for favorite musical jams, and more.

Season 01 Episode 013 Jun 20, 2018

In advance of their upcoming show in Denver, the band talks about the time they've spent in Colorado, including an epic story from Charly. Plus, the group shared the music they are currently listening to. Tour dates: www.thefamilycrest.net/shows

Season 01 Episode 012 Jun 14, 2018

The group talks about their experiences on tour in New England, the U.S. Border Patrol, dream non-musical collaborations, childhood job aspirations, and more.

Season 01 Episode 011 Jun 06, 2018

In an episode focused on George's hometown, the band talks about their favorite Chicago haunts and provide hot takes on the nuances of Malört, deep dish pizza, and more. Plus, they share a live version of 'It Keeps Us Dancing' from their Northwest Tour.

Season 01 Episode 010 May 30, 2018

The band talks about their favorite podcasts and how they each deal with criticism.

Season 1 Episode 009 May 23, 2018

The band wraps up Pacific North West tour reflections, and talks about bad movies and dream hospitality riders. Plus: The triumphant return of Unrefined Palates.

Season 01 Episode 008 May 17, 2018

The band reflects on their Pacific Northwest tour and introduces a new segment, Wing Wednesdays.

Season 01 Episode 007 May 10, 2018

The band records this episode while on the road (literally) and talks about the first couple days of tour, favorite Pacific Northwest haunts, and more. Plus the debuts of new segments, "Is It Good?" and "Unrefined Palates."

Season 01 Episode 006 May 03, 2018

The band answers various listener questions, covering everything from each member's start in music to Liam's criteria for what makes a good coffee shop.

Season 01 Episode 005 Apr 25, 2018

The group talks about good times in Los Angeles - including their month-long residency there - and speak with Laura's grandfather, Don as he reflects on music, life, politics, and more.

Season 01 Episode 004 Apr 18, 2018

Tour life is full of fun, friends, great food - but also challenges. The Family Crest do a broad overview of what life is like on the road for an indie band.

Season 01 Episode 003 Apr 11, 2018

Liam chats with Avi Vinocur of Goodnight, Texas about influences, songwriting, and the music business in general.

Season 01 Episode 002 Apr 04, 2018

The Family Crest discuss the most memorable moments during the making of their new album, The War: Act I. Plus, Anthony talks about his first time at SXSW.

Season 01 Episode 001 Mar 25, 2018

The Family Crest introduce their new podcast and each other, with a focus on the beginnings of their band. Plus, they answer a few listener questions.

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