Rephonic
Artwork for Couch Riffs

Couch Riffs

Michael Squires
Seattle
Blues Music
Las Vegas
Patreon
Chicago
Count's 77
Stoney Curtis Band
Rock Music
The Presidents Of the United States Of America
Seattle Music Scene
Kiss
The Fastbacks
Couch Riffs
Jazz
Diary
Sunny Day Real Estate
Lazy Susan
Stevie Ray Vaughan
Michael Schenker
The Offspring

The Couch Riffs Podcast is hosted by musician Mike Squires and features a variety of musical guests of all backgrounds and styles. Please check out the video counterpart of this podcast on IG, YouTube, Facebook, and at the Couch Riffs website (www.couchriffs.com). Support this podcast and video series at Patreon!

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes295Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Music InterviewsMusic

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Couch Riffs

Latest Episodes

Our guest this episode is a Seattle legend, Robert Roth of the band TRULY. Formed in 1990 on the cusp of Seattle changing the popular musical landscape all around the world, the band released 2 albums albums during the peak grunge-era with the legend... more

Our guest this episode is Brian McClelland, guitarist and creative heartbeat of Filth Is Eternal. I have only seen the band live once, but I was super impressed with them and recommend getting out to see them if you're a fan of classic metal, trash, ... more

Our guest this episode is Derek Fudesco of Murder City Devils, Pretty Girls Make Graves, and The Cave Singers. We've known Derek since the mid-90s and have always maintained a friendly relationship but never really got to know him. So, this conversat... more

I had a chance to catch up with Seattle's beloved Jen Ayers recently to talk about her one-woman rock opera/musical theater show, SHe Said, which has a run at Seattle's Erickson Theater from January 14 through February 1. Find a link below for ticket... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Brian McClelland
Brian McClelland of Filth Is Eternal, Seattle-based band
Filth Is Eternal
Episode: Ep 295 Brian McClelland (Filth Is Eternal)
Brandon Dyer
Front person for the band Milly
Milly
Episode: Ep 291 Brendan Dyer (Milly)
Stephanie Anne Johnson
Singer-songwriter and participant on The Voice.
Episode: Ep 290 Stephanie Anne Johnson
Tekla Waterfield
Singer-songwriter living in Seattle
Episode: Ep 287 Tekla Waterfield
Bootsy Holler
Artist, photographer, and music scene advocate
Episode: Ep 285 Bootsy Holler
Ayron Jones
Seattle-based musician known for his blend of blues and rock
Episode: Ep 284 Ayron Jones
Aaron Beam
Bassist and vocalist for Red Fang
Red Fang
Episode: Ep 281 Aaron Beam (Red Fang)
James Joseph
Musician and frontman of James and The Cold Gun
Episode: Ep 278 James Joseph (James and The Cold Gun)
Ben London
Musician, guitarist in Stagg, former member of Alcohol Funnycar, and executive director of Sonic Guild.
Sonic Guild
Episode: Ep 276 Ben London (Sonic Guild/STAG/Alchohol Funnycar)

Host

Mike Squires
Host and guitarist known for deep, conversational interviews with musicians across genres.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Great guests

    Great assortment of guests. Thanks for all the NW legends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    president of wsbb
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Mike does great, laid back interviews, mostly with musicians but even the ones who weren’t are is really interesting people. Check out his Couch Riff music videos as well. They’re incredible!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisR206
    United States3 years ago
  • Ugly Kid Joe!

    The Whitfield Crane epsidole was 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PtheT01
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Musicians interviewed by a musician! Listen to this.

    First thing. The guy Squires is a great interviewer. He knows how to hang with the musicians and seems to ask questions they do not always get. Not gotcha or shockers but relationship building questions. The music part of the Riffs is always fun too. What will they do?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shermancat
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Great show love listening in

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thelmaandthesleaze
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the relaxed, authentic vibe; conversations feel like conversations with friends in a studio.
Clear admiration for the host's interview style and guest lineup.
Episodes consistently highlight musicians' stories and behind-the-scenes insights into the industry.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 295 Brian McClelland (Filth Is Eternal)
Q: When does the record come out?
The new album Impossible World is scheduled for release on March 17th on Monarch Heavy, marking the band's fourth full-length release, with videos already released and additional videos planned.
Ep 295 Brian McClelland (Filth Is Eternal)
Q: What are your plans to support the record?
They planned a West Coast tour with friends and a couple of other bands, with additional dates on the East Coast later in the year and a European run in the fall, plus continued production and release of videos to promote the album.
Ep 295 Brian McClelland (Filth Is Eternal)
Q: How did Filth Is Eternal come together?
Filth Is Eternal grew out of the Dbeat/DIY ethos Brian had been exploring after He Who Zocks Is Gore, moving toward a leaner, more immediate sound with punk roots while preserving heavy, thrashy elements. The band solidified over time with lineup changes but stayed focused on creating aggressive, catchy material and maintaining a strong live energy.
Ep 293 Jen Ayers (SHe Said)
Q: What would you tell someone who found themselves in the situation that you were in?
Take it slow, love your person, love yourself, and keep talking.
Ep 291 Brendan Dyer (Milly)
Q: What do you think you'll be doing in 10 years?
I know I'll be doing music in some form, whether it's Milly or something else.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Couch Riffs

What is Couch Riffs about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Couch Riffs gravitates toward in-depth, guitar-centric conversations with musicians from Seattle and the broader indie/punk/rock scenes. Episodes often cover touring life, songwriting, personal resilience, and the evolution of bands across decades, with a strong emphasis on community, DIY culture, and authentic storytelling. Notable strengths include hosts who connect with guests on a personal level, a laid-back interview style that feels like a private jam session, and a mix of veteran scene figures and rising artists that keeps the dialogue fresh for listeners who crave genuine industry insights and musician-centric anecdotes.

Where can I find podcast stats for Couch Riffs?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Couch Riffs. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Couch Riffs and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Couch Riffs get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Couch Riffs, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Couch Riffs?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Couch Riffs, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Couch Riffs have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Couch Riffs has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

How many episodes of Couch Riffs are there?

Couch Riffs launched 7 years ago and published 295 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Couch Riffs?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Couch Riffs?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Couch Riffs from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Couch Riffs?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Couch Riffs. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Couch Riffs?

Recent guests on Couch Riffs include:

1. Brian McClelland
2. Brandon Dyer
3. Stephanie Anne Johnson
4. Tekla Waterfield
5. Bootsy Holler
6. Ayron Jones
7. Aaron Beam
8. James Joseph

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days