This is the special companion episode for “Yearbook,” our latest single. Tune in for all the juicy behind-the-scenes details as we cover the song’s journey from emo demo to pop banger.Watch the episode on YouTube: youtu.be/nQtzbd_MpAQListen t

#13: Jaret Stodola – Making Records, Growing Together, & Our Love of Food

Jan 12th, 2022 55m 24s

We meet up with producer, engineer, and longtime friend Jaret Stodola to discuss our recording process, the collective growth we’ve experienced through the years, and our foodie tendencies.Watch on YouTubeyoutu.be/7HAZeiFmkSoConnect with Jar

#12: Steal My Hoodie – A Love Song in Every Sense of the Term

Nov 19th, 2021 38m 30s

This is the special companion episode for our latest single, “Steal My Hoodie.” We’ll be recounting the nearly two-year process of writing, recording, and releasing the song and accompanying music video. Grab your headphones, put on your comfie

#11: Tom Vanderkam – Self-Production, HAWKING, & the Creative Process

Aug 11th, 2021 1h 4m

In this episode, we’re joined by Tom Vanderkam, lead singer and guitarist of HAWKING. Topics include the creative process when producing your own music, how Tom approached producing for his band HAWKING, band stories, and more.Watch on YouTub

#10: Making Our First Music Video

Jul 22nd, 2021 40m 5s

We take a trip down memory lane to detail the creation of our first-ever music video: Mistakes. Come behind the scenes with us as we discuss the process from conception to release day and beyond.Watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/qi-OHj-ngLYS

#9: Chersea – Friendship, Mental Health, & the Road to Divine Comedy

Jun 30th, 2021 1h

In this episode, we have a conversation with our friend Chersea about her new record 'Divine Comedy', mental health, our history as friends, and most importantly: who can play the most instruments. Listen to Chersea's new album DIVINE COMEDY

#8: How to Tour – Part 2

Jun 16th, 2021 1h 2m

We finish our two-part conversation on touring by touching on wellness, the realities of playing shows while on the road, and our love of spreadsheets and organization. Now get out there and tour!Watch on YouTube:youtube.com/watch?v=4o3GZbKGe

#7: How to Tour – Part 1

Jun 2nd, 2021 55m 55s

The first "educational" BandChat episode covers our experiences planning and preparing for tours. Topics include pre-tour considerations, booking venues and bands, and securing accommodation.Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=4o3GZbKGeCEF

#6: The Fifth Member of Royal Oak – Luke Tochkin

May 19th, 2021 52m 51s

We bring aboard our first special guest: Luke Tochkin. As a roadie, Jack of all trades, and longtime friend of the band, no one knows Royal Oak quite like he does. Prepare for tour stories, impressively crafted birdhouses, and lots of laughs.W

#5: The Making of Pretend

May 5th, 2021 1h

As work continues on our new record, we thought it would be fun to reflect on the making of our last one. This episode is a retrospective look at the creation of our 2018 EP Pretend—from pre-production to release.Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/

#4: Tour Vans Part 2 – Limpdick

Apr 21st, 2021 48m 15s

Our two-part conversation on tour vans concludes with the death and rebirth of our second van, the aptly named Limpdick.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTh_esQ90nc Follow us IG: instagram.com/royaloakband/Facebook: facebook

#3: Tour Vans Part 1 – The Ship

Apr 15th, 2021 36m 55s

In the first of a two-part series on our tour vans, we detail the love/hate relationship with our original band van, The Ship. Watch on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp8OppXJWZcFollow usIG: instagram.com/royaloakband/Facebook: f

#2: Being a Band in a Pandemic

Mar 31st, 2021 53m 45s

The music industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. After a year of virtual birthdays, band practices, and more, we’re sharing our experience as musicians during these uncertain times.Watch on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v

#1: Who the Hell is Royal Oak?

Mar 17th, 2021 1h 2m

The first full episode of BandChat is an oral history of Royal Oak. We’re taking you way, way back to the pre-school days—reminiscing about learning our instruments, stories from our upbringing, and exploring all the iterations of the band up t

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#0: All Aboard!

Mar 1st, 2021 7m 24s

Welcome to BandChat with Royal Oak! In this preview episode, we introduce ourselves and what you can expect from the show. The vague form of transportation is leaving the station — won’t you join us?Connect with usInstagram: @royaloakofficia

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