Songs From A Couch

One song. One couch. One camera. One take.

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"School" by Wreckless Eric

It's been a few years since Wreckless Eric said he'd like to someday sit down on the couch. This month, he proved that he's a man of his word, even if he would've preferred shooting the song guerilla-style in a furniture store rather than our studio couch. Sit back and enjoy one of the greats, folks. Please like, share and spread the word about Songs From A Couch! It helps us to keep bringing you intimate and fun performances from a wide range of musicians and other weirdos.

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"Man in Charge" by Brent Amaker and the Rodeo

It's hard to believe Brent Amaker and the Rodeo has been putting modern-day outlaw country tunes into our ears (and whiskey into our mouths) for 10 years! To celebrate, we talked them into sharing a drink and a song with us before their Portland anniversary show. Enjoy, share and stay tuned for more Songs from a Couch! YE-AAAAAAH!

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"Burden of Proof/Reign" by Joey Cape (w/Walt Hamburger)

Joey Cape (Lagwagon, Bad Astronaut, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes) wanted to celebrate the release of his third solo album "Stitch Puppy" by appearing on Songs From A Couch. By "wanted," we mean "agreed to do it after we asked him nicely." Enjoy the sounds of acoustic punk rock in a van and check out Joey's new album here. Also, please like and share this post. IT GIVES US POWER.

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"Docs and Drugs" by Sad Giants

We all want to feel the sun. Let Sad Giants in your ears and enjoy a sympathetic shot of 100 proof South Dakota songwriting. Bonus: The record has been set for the longest introduction. Check out more tunes from Sad Giants at sadgiants.bandcamp.com.

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"Sanitary Times" by The Dead Milkmen The lunatic that runs this site is having a birthday today. When asked what he wanted, he simply replied "The other Dead Milkmen video" and then went back to babbling something about bottle rockets and homemade Zima. We can only help with one of those things. Happy birthday, chief. (To see the previous entry from The Dead Milkmen, click here.) Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"Taco Taco Tacos" by Peelander Yellow of Peelander-Z Peelander-Z came from Planet Peelander to see your smile. Try not to give them one during this song. We dare you. Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"All You Need Is Nothing" by The Dead Milkmen It seems like I have a related memory for almost every year The Dead Milkmen have existed. Unimpressing my grandparents with "Big Lizard in my Backyard" on the Oldsmobile tape deck. Overdoing the hyper-ramblings of "I Dream of Jesus" on my college radio station. Convincing my wife to rearrange her birthday plans so I could finally see the Milkmen in the milk flesh. This year, I have a new memory. This year, they sat down on the couch. Recover from your St. Patrick's Day debauchery with these Philly fellows and keep your eye-and-earholes open for more Songs From A Couch. Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"Set Back" by Dan Mariska There are a lot of different opinions floating around about Valentine's Day. It's great if you're with someone. It's a non-holiday. It sucks if you're alone. It sucks because you just drank too much last night and, oh, right. It's also Valentine's Day. They're all opinions full of passion. That's something that Dan Mariska isn't short on. The Minneapolis rocker is at right at home surrounded by three smooth power players on a stage, but he's also fine strumming in the sunlight on a cold Minneapolis day. Let him provide the soundtrack to whatever you're feeling today and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube for more Songs From A Couch. Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"Sure Shot" by She's Crafty When we started this site, we said "How long is it going to have to be before we get an all-female Beastie Boys cover band?" Well, maybe we didn't say it exactly like that but BOOM! Here it is. Enjoy one of Chicago's most entertaining acts and stay tuned for more of the unexpected from Songs From A Couch. Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"Adeline" by Tenenbaums We'll end an amazing year with a young Vermillion, SD trio that's keeping shoegaze alive in South Dakota. In their six months of existence, Tenenbaums have released an EP and started making a name for themselves in the area. With dreamy, sanded-spike songs like "Adeline," we won't be surprised if that continues. Enjoy and share this track from Tenenbaums and head into 2015 with Songs From A Couch as we continue to bring you a thrift-store cornucopia of good tunes in one take. Happy New Year! Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"Jingle Bell Rock" by Ed Allen Ed Allen will be the first artist to be featured on this site twice. After we finished filming his original tune "The Librarian" (http://songsfromacouch.tumblr.com/post/56356425019/edallen), I asked him if he had anything else he'd like to play. "Sure," he replied. "I just have to get something from my car." I had no idea what he was coming back with. An accordion? One of those helmets you drink beer from? A severed head of a student that wronged him? The question was answered when he sat down, put some sleigh bells on his foot, and indicated his readiness to spread some holiday cheer...in June. Enjoy. Happy holidays from all of us at Songs From A Couch. Thanks to all the artists that have agreed to sit down and knock out a song or two. Thanks to you, the fans, that keep interest in this site growing. Please share the love. Send a link to a friend. Tell your drunk uncle that it's website of Skynard covers. Spread the couch gospel and know that we are grateful for all of your support. We couldn't do it without you. See you next year with more strumming, strangeness, and songs. Until 2015... Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"To Mom, Cathy and The Impending Argument" by Matt and Alex (Not Half Bad) Not Half Bad loves burritos and whiskey but, mostly, the band just loves playing music. Their brand of folk punk has taken them to this year's Fest (the premiere punk rock festival in the U.S.) and, currently, across the country on a 2 1/2 month tour. They play music that make you want to have a beer in the morning and their tunes can make you want to crush a hard shell in your bare hand. Just kidding. Neither the band or anyone at Songs From A Couch would ever waste a taco like that. Raise your glass to Not Half Bad, check out the band at http://nothalfbad.bandcamp.com and, as always, keep your eyes open for more from the couch. Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"Silver Linings" by Brian Hoffman of Stay Lucky I lived in Mitchell, SD, once during a very weird time in my life. I babysat a pinball game in my kitchen. I once high-fived a street sweeper. I had a pirahna named "Veggie Sub." Like I said....weird time. Brian Hoffman inadvertently captured a lot of that spirit in today's tune. Maybe he and his band Stay Lucky are channeling the vibes I left in an alley during my own time in the Palace City. More likely, Hoffman's simply making his own way through a particular zip code just like the rest of us. Settle in for a heartfelt piece of work from Brian Hoffman, check out his folk punk band Stay Lucky at staylucky.bandcamp.com and stay tuned for more Songs From A Couch Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"Grey In My Beard" by Thomas Hentges of Burlap Wolf King If you're at all in tune with the Sioux Falls music scene, you know alt-country singer/songwriter Thomas Hentges. He's a folk rock powerhouse with a voice of the people and a beard of power who is currently recording the latest Burlap Wolf King. We're mighty happy he sat down on his own couch for this great tune. Fun fact: Thomas lives above a funeral home, so this song was recorded while a legitimate wake took place on the floor below. Check out Burlap Wolf King's Facebook (tinyurl.com/burlapwolfking) or Bandcamp page (burlapwolfking.bandcamp.com) for more from this fantastic folker and have a happy Thanksgiving from everyone here at Songs From A Couch. Web: http://songsfromacouch.com Youtube: http://tiny.cc/songsfromacouch Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/songsfromacouch Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/songsfromacouch

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"Tell Them Told You So" by Swingin’ Utters It’s always a pleasant surprise when musicians have a unique idea for a couch tune, so it was difficult not to smile during this one. Street-punk veterans Swingin’ Utters were ready to give the two-man-one-guitar performance a shot when I found them backstage at the House of Blues in San Diego. The idea came to them in an overseas bar and the execution will be something to grin about for quite some time. Enjoy this track off of their excellent and eclectic new album “Fistful of Hollow” and stay tuned for more Songs From A Couch.

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"The Amidon Song Pt. 2" by John "Slap" Myers To help us celebrate Halloween, Slap from The Amidon Affair sat down with two of his closest friends and broke out a jam from the band's latest record (available here). Don't be scared. It's just another great offering fromSongs From A Couch..

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"Dead on the Vine" by Brandon Kingsley I've spent nearly 20 years being jealous of the ease in which Brandon Kingsley is able to sing so damn well. Straight from Atlanta, here's a man that, as of posting, has no damn website at all. (You can buy the excellent EP from his former band I Back Jack here.) Sit back, bask, and share with anyone that might be a sucker for the smooth sounds of Brandon Kingsley.