In this episode, the guys are joined by Ypsilanti-based artist Brad Spliff of Flight Team Ent. We talk about how his journey with music as well as upcoming plans. We touch on a wide range of topics in this episode ranging from mental health struggles to giving Lupe Fiasco flowers. Make sure to tune in!

Beer of the week: Arbor Brewing Company Grl Pwr Ginger Peach Imperial Cream Ale.
 A Women's History Month collaboration between the women of Arbor Brewing Co. and winners of our International Women's Brew Day Contest.

EP 120: Telling It

In the first part of this episode, Neil and E-Man start off on a somber note with the sudden death of Black Dahlia Murder's Trevor Strnad and the mass shooting in Buffalo, NY that claimed the lives of 10 people. The rest of the episode is all upbeat and music-heavy, stay tuned for next week when we give you our Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers breakdown!

Beer of the week: Arbor Brewing co Yuzu Yu
 5% ABV 0 IBU

Episode 124 Part 1: Program language

This week on the show we had beer to and music to review. We talked about Act Casual's live show. We discussed a rare disorder that Justin Bieber came down with that forced him to cancel some shows. We discuss some TV shows that returned. We discuss how a TV show shot an 80's pop star back to the charts. Lastly we talk about the Rolling Stone list of top 200 hip hop albums of all time that set the internet on fire. As always Thanks for listening, Enjoy the show!

episode 126 "Runnin Up The Hill" Beats, Brews & Points of View Podcast

Live from Arctic Circle Brewing Co, Neil and E-Man are on-site at the brewery for ACBC's Sour Magazine day. The owners of the brewery, Eric Lehman and Devin Sills join us on the show as we toast up some sour brews. 
We had a wide range of topics we've touched on this episode and it's capped off with our something old/something new segment. Make sure to follow Arctic Circle and BBPOV on all streaming platforms!

Episode 127: Sour Magazine Day

In this episode, Neil and E-Man sit down with Detroit-based artist Sam Be Yourself to talk about his upcoming album "Sunshine Diaries" to be released on September 2nd. Sam Be Yourself was a featured contestant on the Netflix show Rhythm and Flow but has been around the Detroit creative scene for quite some time. We talk about his experience on the show, creating music during the pandemic, a ton of music, and much more!

Our featured beer comes from our sponsor Arctic Circle Brewing Company:  Deep Reverence Double Dry Hopped NEIPA
5.8% ABV 60 IBU

Episode 129: Hip Hop Bug

Did ya miss us? E-Man and Neil are finally back after a few month long break! Happy 2023 to everyone on a brand new episode of BBPOV. In this week's episode, the guys address why they've been off the air for several months, talk about the new format of the show going forward and give you their top 25 albums of 2022. Tap in, glad to be back and wishing everyone a safe and happy new year!

Also I realized now that we're on 130 not 140...apologies in advance lol

EP 130: OMG, Back Again

On this episode, The guys set up shop in Downtown Plymouth and go over a bunch of new music, including a new ep from Co-Host E-Man Bates aka NameNReverse entitled, "Before The Chaos." Topics also include something old, something new, the new Lil Yachty's "Let's Start Here." The J Dilla Biography "Dilla Time" and much more. 
Beer's of the week are Athletic Brewing Company Run Wild IPA (N/A) And Blake's Hard Cider "Grand Cherry."

EP 131: Yeasty Boi

In this episode, Neil and E-Man set up shop at Stadt Garten in Detroit's Cass Corridor for the release of "Hey You" A collab beer between Hopewell Brewing and Fair State Brewing. We sit down with Phil from Fair State and Jonathan from Hopewell to talk about how the collab came about, working together in the industry, the importance of networking, and of course a ton of music. Fair State is based in Minneapolis and Hopewell in Chicago so we centered our theme around music from both cities. Make sure to tune in and subscribe for more!

Editor Note: There is a part in the episode where we talk about Chicago's music origin and the great migration is mentioned. E-Man says 2010's instead of 1910's, we're aware lol. 

Beer of the week: Hey You-Hopwell/Fair State Brewing.
ABP 6.5% IBU N/A

Episode 136 - A Midwest Thing

Super Boy - KiD CuDi

On this episode, E-Man and Neil sit down with artist Jalen Fraizer. We talk about what makes an artist genuine, realizing musical talent and creating a lane for yourself, different creative processes, and much more. As always, thank you for tuning in!

Jesus Looks Like Me EP and God Bless My Chalice EP are available on all streaming platforms now!

Beer's of the week:

Little Saints CBD and Botanical Terpene infused drink
Fair State Brewing KÖLD-Style Kolsch Style
Fat Orange Cat Brewing Co. You Had Me at Meow.

EP 120: Telling It

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