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Beans & Breakdowns

Grayson Carpenter

A podcast dedicated to bridging the gap between specialty coffee and the hardcore/metal community.

music music interviews

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00:41:58

Jason Maher (C.i.D.B)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/06/30

On this episode I'm joined by Jason Maher, vocalist if the Montreal hardcore band C.i.D.B. We sit down to chat about his background in music, his very aggressive caffeine addiction, C.i.D.B's live performances, and The Church of Hardcore. During the episode Jason was having some Never Sleep Again from Deadly Grounds Coffee while I had a cup of Las Lajas by Cantook. Las Lajas is a black honey process Costa Rican single-origin with notes of Jolly Rancher candy and red wine. Episode

00:28:06

1 Year Anniversary

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/06/23

Here we are at Episode 52, which means we've made it a whole year! I just wanted to take an opportunity to answer some Q's that I've been asked about the podcast as well as some fun stuff and announcements. I'm also joined by an extra special guest. Episode Links: https://goshencoffee.com/ https://www.beansandbreakdowns.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beansandbreakdowns/message

00:45:21

Tyler Mateychick (Born a New)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/06/16

On this episode I'm joined by Tyler Mateychick, guitarist of the New Jersey metalcore band Born a New. We sit down to talk about BAN's recent UK tour, Tyler's new Fender endorsement, Euro coffee culture, and 'Face in the Corner.' During the episode Tyler was having a cappuccino from Starbucks and I was having a of Finca San Jorge from Balam Sacred Coffee Roasters. Finca San Jorge is a washed Guatemalan geisha with notes of mango, lime citrus, and berries. Episode

00:44:44

Anthony Auger (Goshen Coffee, The Effort)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/06/09

On this episode I'm joined by Anthony Auger, coffee director for Goshen Coffee as well as vocalist for The Effort. We sit down to talk about green coffee buying, the Merrimack Valley hardcore scene, writing new music for Modernman, and sustainable coffee relationships. During the episode Anthony was drinking the Bona Fide blend from Goshen and I was having a cup of Pink Bourbon Creation from Rising Star Coffee Roasters. The Pink Bourbon is a washed Columbian single-origin with apple butter and

00:39:42

Steven Rawles (Belvedere)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/06/02

On this episode I'm joined by Steven Rawles, vocalist and guitarist of the Alberta punk rock band Belvedere. We sit down to talk about his introduction to the coffee industry, Hindsight Is the Sixth Sense, booking tours post-Covid, and Pouzza Fest. During the episode Steve was having a cup of Costo coffee and a jasmine tea while I was drinking Omar Tinoco Arango from Jungle. This coffee is a washed Columbian geisha with notes of pineapple, mango and soft citrus. Photo Credit: Nick Wilkinson of

00:43:44

Tyler Mully (Year of the Knife, Gridiron)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/05/26

On this episode I'm joined by Tyler Mully, vocalist of Year of the Knife and drummer for Gridiron. We sit to talk about working in coffee, his artistic process, No Good At Goodbyes, Y.O.T.K.'s Europe tour, and what's in store for 2022. During the episode Tyler was having some water and I was drinking Bouquet from Tunnel Espresso. This Bouquet is the Ethiopian single-origin from Yirgacheffe with notes of grapefruit and berries. Episode

00:52:58

Jimmy LaDue (Judiciary)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/05/19

On this episode I'm joined by Jimmy LaDue, guitarist for the bands Judiciary and Cross Me, as well as vocalist of Low End. We sit to talk about the Milwaukee coffee scene, joining Judiciary, Lubbock on purpose, barbering, and mixology. During the episode Jimmy was having a lavender oat milk latte from Anodyne Coffee Roasting and I was having a cup Mustefa from KOHI. Mustefa is a natural Ethiopian single-origin with notes of berry smoothie and maple. Episode

00:40:34

Darel McFayden (Foreign Pain)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/05/12

On this episode I'm joined by Darel McFayden, guitarist of the band Foreign Pain, to talk about his start in guitar, working at Chain Reaction, Crio Bru, and Death of Divinity. During the episode Darel was having a mocha from Lean Bean Coffee and I was having a cup of Nyeri from Goose Keeper Coffee Roasters. Nyeri is a 12hr fermented Kenyan single-origin with notes of nectarine and lime zest. Episode

00:35:06

Brittany Lane (Payasa)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/05/05

On this episode I'm joined by Brittany Lane, vocalist of the band Payasa. We sit down to chat about her favorite local coffee, Oprah Winfrey chai lattes, representation in hardcore, the newest Payasa EP, and horror films. During the episode Brittany was drinking Nestle Listo coffee and I was having a cup of Pressure Mind blend from the Cancer Bats roasted by Anchored Coffee. The Pressure Mind blend is a mix of Guatemalan and Brazilian beans with notes of chocolate and toasted almond. Episode

00:35:06

Pete Koller (Sick Of It All)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/04/28

On this episode I'm joined by Pete Koller, guitarist of the NYHC band Sick Of It All. We sit down to talk about his taste in coffee, fitness and wellness, upcoming plans for SOIA, and the NYC coffee scene. During the episode I was having a cup of Kenyan AA from Phil & Sebastian Coffee Roasters. This coffee is a Kenyan single-origin from the Othaya Coop with notes of grapefruit, currant, and peach nectar. Episode

00:38:42

Luke Rota (Wisdom In Chains, Stigma)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/04/21

On this episode I'm joined by Luke Rota, drummer for the band Wisdom In Chains, as well as Stigma and most recently Z9!. We sit down to chat about his taste in coffee, his first drum kit, where to find NYC's best pizza, and upcoming music from Z9!. During the episode I was having a cup of Ethiopia from La p’tite Brûlerie. This is a natural Ethiopian single-origin produced by the Coop Howolso SCFCU with notes of raspberry, cherry, and bergamot. Episode

01:03:34

Liam Cormier (Cancer Bats)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/04/14

On this episode I'm joined by Liam Cormier, vocalist of the band Cancer Bats. We sit down to talk about the new Bats' LP, Pressure Mind coffee, his brand Treadwell Clothing, skateboarding, and Scandinavian coffee. During the episode Liam was drinking Pressure Mind coffee roasted by Anchored Coffee in Dartmouth and I was having a cup of Mangrove from Manon. Mangrove is a Mexican single-origin coffee with notes of fig tart and shortbread. Episode

00:42:42

Chaney Crabb (Entheos)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/04/07

On this episode I'm joined by Chaney Crabb, vocalist for the progressive death-metal band Entheos. We sit down to talk about her recent move to Nashville, how much coffee is too much, country bar hopping, the new Entheos record, and her touring ritual. During the episode Chaney was drinking a cappuccino with Starbucks blend espresso and I was having a cup of Banko Gotiti from Detour Coffee. Banko Gotiti is a natural Ethiopian single-origin with notes of grapefruit, guava, and apricot. Episode

00:38:09

Nik and Kev (Ignite)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/03/31

On this episode I'm joined by Nik Hill and Kev Kilkenny, guitarists for Ignite. We share a cup of coffee and talk about Ignite's new LP, their local coffee tastes, changes in releasing music, and tour memories. During the episode Kev and Nik were both drinking Heart of Darkness by Santa Cruz Coffee Roasting Co. and I was having a cup of Guatemala Blue Ayarza from Hale Coffee Roasters. Blue Ayarza is a natural Guatemalan single-origin with notes of plum and boysenberry. Episode

00:40:14

Victoria Mladenovski (Peer Pressure)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/03/24

On this episode I'm joined by Victoria Mladenovski, vocalist of the Quebec City hardcore band Peer Pressure. We sit to talk about the Quebec scene, Tim Horton's iced coffee, learning to speak French, and what 2022 looks like for Peer Pressure. During the episode Victoria was having a Tim Horton's vanilla iced coffee and I was having a cup of Dangura from Za & Klo. Danger is a washed ethiopian single-origin from the Aleta Wendo region with notes of pear, jasmine, and citrus. Episode

00:34:42

Aaron Heard (Jesus Piece)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/03/17

On this episode I'm joined by Aaron Heard, vocalist of the Philadelphia hardcore band Jesus Piece. We sit down to talk about local coffee, biscuits, balancing family and music, and the new Jesus Piece LP. During the episode Aaron was having a Vietnamese egg coffee from Forin and I was having a cup of La Concordia from Nektar. La Concordia is a washed Mexican single-origin with notes of mazapan, milk chocolate, and raisin. Episode

00:35:06

Sebastian Paba (Regulate)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/03/10

On this episode I'm joined by Seb, vocalist of the New York Hardcore band Regulate. We sit down to talk about his coffee tastes, caffeine gate keepers, the upcoming Regulate release, and spin kicks. During the episode I was having a cup of Villa Triunfo and Seb was drinking water. Villa Triunfo is an anaerobic Costa Rican single origin coffee roasted by Balance Roasters in Montreal. Shout out to my good friend Daniel, owner of Balance. Episode

00:43:40

Lucas Spinosa (Black Sheep Coffee Roasters)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/03/03

On this episode I'm joined by founder and roaster for Black Sheep Coffee Roasters in Welland, ON, Lucas Spinosa. We sit down to talk about fermentation coffees, the Black Sheep's story and contributions to the Welland community, and Lucas's background as a metal drummer. During the episode Lucas was drinking a thermic fermentation processed caturra varietal from Black Sheep and I was having Manos Juntas by Lanterne. Manos Juntas is an anaerobic Columbian single-origin with notes of blueberry syrup

00:31:06

Cody Roberson (Dispose)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/02/24

On this episode I'm joined by Cody Roberson of the Atlanta hardcore band Dispose. We sit down to talk about nostalgic coffee, sports memorabilia, pro wrestling, his first show experience and Dispose's plans for 2022. During the episode Cody was drinking a cup of Folger's Medium Roast and I was having a cup of Kossa Geshe from Dispatch Coffee. Kossa Geshe is a natural process Ethiopian single-origin with super fruity and tropical tasting notes. Episode

00:40:34

Evan Wood (Night Swim Coffee)

Beans & Breakdowns ·

2022/02/17

On this episode I catch up with Evan Wood, coffee director for Night Swim Coffee in Charlotte, N.C. We talk about his coffee journey, the complexity of green-buying, his first metal show, and favorite memories from our former band. During the episode Evan was drinking a cup of Gogogu Bekaka #1 from Night Swim while I enjoyed a cup of Dogo Bule Hora from TRAFFIC. Dogo Bule Hora is a natural Ethiopian single-origin with notes of blood orange, blueberry, and lemon-lime soda. Episode

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