//podcastplus.net/feed/beats-beards-brews~2e5759f0 Lifelong friends unite to review music, give beard advice and drink beer. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:38:53 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Metric_-_Formentera_II_-_Album_Discussion.mp3?dest-id=335498 The gang (Eric, Evan and Dan) is all here in a very special episode of Beats, Beards & Brews. In the second episode of their new "album discussion" format, the boys review Metric's ninth studio album Formentera II . Get ready for some divided opinions and a whole lotta foolin'. Metric songs previewed in this episode include: "Just the Once" "Days of Oblivion" "Descendants" You'll also hear some hot takes on Rolling Stone's  surprisingly controversial "50 Best Canadian Musician's of All Time" list and some even hotter takes on QT taquitos . It's a vibe. As always, thanks for listening. Until next time! Eric: Oh, and as a little bonus, here's a  Formentera II track-by-track breakdown that Consequence did with Metric! Just in case you happen to vibe with this album like I did. ;) Fri, 10 Nov 2023 03:40:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Metric_-_Formentera_II_-_Album_Discussion.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Metric_-_Formentera_II_-_Album_Discussion.mp3?dest-id=335498 The gang (Eric, Evan and Dan) is all here in a very special episode of Beats, Beards & Brews. In the second episode of their new "album discussion" format, the boys review Metric's ninth studio album Formentera II . Get ready for some divided opinions and a whole lotta foolin'. Metric songs previewed in this episode include: "Just the Once" "Days of Oblivion" "Descendants" You'll also hear some hot takes on Rolling Stone's  surprisingly controversial "50 Best Canadian Musician's of All Time" list and some even hotter takes on QT taquitos . It's a vibe. As always, thanks for listening. Until next time! Eric: Oh, and as a little bonus, here's a  Formentera II track-by-track breakdown that Consequence did with Metric! Just in case you happen to vibe with this album like I did. ;) Fri, 10 Nov 2023 03:40:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Metric_-_Formentera_II_-_Album_Discussion.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Code_Orange_-_The_Above_-_Album_Discussion.mp3?dest-id=335498 Eric and Evan are back on their mics after a bit of a summer hiatus — and they're mixing things up! In this episode, the duo discusses trying out a new format for the podcast, where they focus more on the albums they are reviewing in shorter, tighter episodes. Pittsburgh alternative rock/metal band Code Orange is the group featured this time around, as the boys take a deep dive into the band's fifth studio album " The Above ." Code Orange songs previewed in this episode include: "Take Shape (Feat. Billy Corgan)" "Mirror" "Grooming My Replacement" "The Game" Evan and Eric also share some beverages they are drinking. Eric sips on  Zombie Dust by 3 Floyds Brewing and Evan tries out the non-alcoholic version of Guinness . As always, thanks for listening. We greatly appreciate your support! Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:53:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Code_Orange_-_The_Above_-_Album_Discussion.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Portugal_The_Man_The_Bearded_Mack_Sampler_Pack_Quitting_Drinking.mp3?dest-id=335498 Evan and Eric hit the mics to review Portugal. The Man's ninth studio album Chris Black Changed My Life . Can it top the insane hype around Woodstock  and standout track "Feel It Still"? Well, the lead single on this one, "Dummy," was featured in a Taco Bell ad. Is that good or bad? You decide! Portugal. The Man tracks previewed in this episode include: "Dummy" "Summer of Luv (featuring Unknown Mortal Orchestra)" "Champ (featuring Edgar Winter)" Next up, Eric revisits The Bearded Mack and shares his thoughts on the company at this point in time and selects his favorite scents from their Beard Oil Sample Pack . Note: The Icy Mack scent was not available when Eric ordered his sample pack. But he tried this scent previously, and it's pretty enjoyable. The Beard Mack Sample Pack Scents Ranked The Gamblin' Mack (Leather & Frankincense) The Deadwood Mack (Tobacco, Musk & Leather) The Corner Mack (Citrus Cologne) Mad Mack (Tobacco & Bay Leaf) The Roaring 20's... Wed, 26 Jul 2023 05:24:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Portugal_The_Man_The_Bearded_Mack_Sampler_Pack_Quitting_Drinking.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Dirty_Nil_Foo_Fighters_Jason_Isbell_Voodoo_Menscraft_Cannabis_Beverages.mp3?dest-id=335498 Dan and Eric are back on their respective mics to deliver not one, but three  album reviews. The boys share their well-informed opinions on  Free Rein to Passions   by Dirty Nil,  But Here We Are   by the Foo Fighters and Weathervanes   by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. Choice tracks previewed in this episode include: "Blowing Up Things in the Woods" by Dirty Nil "Under You" by Foo Fighters "Death Wish" by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit "Nicer Guy" by Dirty Nil Next up, Eric reviews beard oils, beard hydration spray and natural deodorant from  Voodoo Menscraft . Then the boys talk about two totally legal cannabis-infused beverages:  Climbing Kites and Trail Magic . As always, thanks for listening and stay tuned for more new episodes very soon! Wed, 12 Jul 2023 05:11:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Dirty_Nil_Foo_Fighters_Jason_Isbell_Voodoo_Menscraft_Cannabis_Beverages.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Metallica_Passport_Grooming_Dank_Beers.mp3?dest-id=335498 Now that we've all had some time to let the riffs on the eleventh Metallica album  72 Seasons   sink in, it's time to let our thoughts be known with an official Beats, Beards & Brews review. Dan and Eric are joined by returning special guest Alex for a thorough discussion on the album. Metallica tracks previewed in this episode include: "Shadows Follow" "Chasing Light" "Lux Aeterna" Next, Eric embarks on a musky journey through Chicago, Miami and Austin, three destination-inspired beard oil scents from Passport Grooming in West Des Moines, Iowa. Finally, the boys drop reviews of one beer we won't name and two very special dank beers — DDH Dr. Dank IPA by Reunion Brewing and Legalize Big Doinks Extra Dank West Coast IPA by Fair State Brewing. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more new episodes of Beats, Beards & Brews! Tue, 09 May 2023 05:00:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Metallica_Passport_Grooming_Dank_Beers.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Metallica_Passport_Grooming_Dank_Beers.mp3?dest-id=335498 Now that we've all had some time to let the riffs on the eleventh Metallica album  72 Seasons   sink in, it's time to let our thoughts be known with an official Beats, Beards & Brews review. Dan and Eric are joined by returning special guest Alex for a thorough discussion on the album. Metallica tracks previewed in this episode include: "Shadows Follow" "Chasing Light" "Lux Aeterna" Next, Eric embarks on a musky journey through Chicago, Miami and Austin, three destination-inspired beard oil scents from Passport Grooming in West Des Moines, Iowa. Finally, the boys drop reviews of one beer we won't name and two very special dank beers — DDH Dr. Dank IPA by Reunion Brewing and Legalize Big Doinks Extra Dank West Coast IPA by Fair State Brewing. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more new episodes of Beats, Beards & Brews! Tue, 09 May 2023 05:00:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Metallica_Passport_Grooming_Dank_Beers.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Paramore_1740_Death_Wish_Blueberry_Coffee_Beard_Oil_French_Toast_Beer__More.mp3?dest-id=335498 The full crew is back to review Paramore's sixth studio album  This Is Why . What do the boys think of the album in comparison to to After Laughter  and the band's previous work? Tune in to find out! Paramore tracks previewed in this episode include: "Running Out of Time" "The News" "C'est Comme Ca" Later in the episode, Eric reviews the new Death Wish Blueberry & Vanilla Coffee Beard Oil from 1740 Beard Balm — a company the bearded boys are already familiar with. Finally, everyone sips on a trio of different beers, which include: Citrus Surfer by Big Grove Brewery French Toast Stout by Weldwerks Brewing Strata DDH Hazy IPA by Fair State Brewing Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more exciting new episodes! Thu, 23 Feb 2023 06:13:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Paramore_1740_Death_Wish_Blueberry_Coffee_Beard_Oil_French_Toast_Beer__More.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Paramore_1740_Death_Wish_Blueberry_Coffee_Beard_Oil_French_Toast_Beer__More.mp3?dest-id=335498 The full crew is back to review Paramore's sixth studio album  This Is Why . What do the boys think of the album in comparison to to After Laughter  and the band's previous work? Tune in to find out! Paramore tracks previewed in this episode include: "Running Out of Time" "The News" "C'est Comme Ca" Later in the episode, Eric reviews the new Death Wish Blueberry & Vanilla Coffee Beard Oil from 1740 Beard Balm — a company the bearded boys are already familiar with. Finally, everyone sips on a trio of different beers, which include: Citrus Surfer by Big Grove Brewery French Toast Stout by Weldwerks Brewing Strata DDH Hazy IPA by Fair State Brewing Thanks for listening and stay tuned for more exciting new episodes! Thu, 23 Feb 2023 06:13:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/Paramore_1740_Death_Wish_Blueberry_Coffee_Beard_Oil_French_Toast_Beer__More.mp3?dest-id=335498 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/The_Most_Interesting_Anticipated_Albums_List_of_2023_Upcoming_Beard_Product_Reviews_Collaborator_Doppelbock_v3.mp3?dest-id=335498 In a very exciting moment in Beats, Beards & Brews history, Eric hops on the mic for his very first solo podcast recording. His mission? Spread positivity. Create the most interesting anticipated albums list of 2023 on the internet. Get Dan excited about new music releases in 2023. Get Evan to pick his favorite albums he listened to in 2023 before 2024 hits. You'll have to listen to the episode to get Eric's complete list of anticipated albums,  but  you can and totally should check out this Spotify spoiler playlist of blazin' hot tracks. While the majority of this episode is a celebration of music, Eric does reveal some top secret information about upcoming beard product reviews. He also drinks a Barrel Aged Collaborator Doppelbock by No Coast Beer Co. and Allerton Brewing Co. (two quality Iowa breweries). As always, thanks for listening, and stay tuned for more new episodes! Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:16:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/beatsbeardsandbrews/The_Most_Interesting_Anticipated_Albums_List_of_2023_Upcoming_Beard_Product_Reviews_Collaborator_Doppelbock_v3.mp3?dest-id=335498