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_MpAQ Listen to Yearbook: bfan.link/yearbook Watch the lyric video: youtu.be/aDu3CEeiLnQ Follow Us Instagram: instagram.com/royaloakband/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakband TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Twitter: twitter.com/RoyalOakBand...
Feb 07, 2022•57 min•Ep. 14
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 YouTube youtu.be/7HAZeiFmkSo Connect with Jaret Instagram: instagram.com/jaretstodola/ Email: jaretstodola@gmail.com Rage Against The Machine Performance youtube.com/watch?v=ucrDxt5VgVM Follow Us Instagram: instagram.com/royaloakband/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakb...
Jan 12, 2022•55 min•Ep. 13
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 comfiest sweater, and cozy up with someone you love—it’s hoodie season, baby. Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/w5VHOuC0HjE Listen to Steal My Hoodie: bfan.link/steal-my-hoodie Watch the music video: youtu.be/1gfgyB5cqAQ Follow Us Instagram: instagram.com/royaloakband/...
Nov 19, 2021•39 min•Ep. 12
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 YouTube youtu.be/Htfz5FsvqCA Follow Tom Instagram: instagram.com/tomvanderkam/ Facebook: facebook.com/tomvanderkam Twitter: twitter.com/tomvanderkam Check out Tom's band HAWKING hawkingband.com Listen to "Red Lives Don't" by Neon Empty (produced by Tom) open.spot...
Aug 11, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 11
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-ngLY Stream our music here: open.spotify.com/artist/1BUiRfYYpTt8Y7dv9gGN7B?si=-NjnEWAaTXyj5pPs1-OtLg&dl_branch=1 Follow Us: IG: instagram.com/royaloakband/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmusic Twitter: twitter.com/RoyalOakBan...
Jul 22, 2021•40 min•Ep. 10
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 here: ffm.to/divinecomedy Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/1SFGs50MaX8 Follow Chersea IG: instagram.com/cherseamusic/ Facebook: facebook.com/cherseamusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@cherseamusic? Follow Us IG: instagram.com/royaloakband/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmus...
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 9
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=4o3GZbKGeCE Follow Us: IG: instagram.com/royaloakband/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Twitter: twitter.com/RoyalOakBand...
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 8
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=4o3GZbKGeCE Follow Us: IG: instagram.com/royaloakband/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Twitter: twitter.com/RoyalOakBand...
Jun 02, 2021•56 min•Ep. 7
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. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4ccolj30fiU Luke's Woodworking Business: https://www.instagram.com/exoticandcraft/ Follow Us: IG: instagram.com/royaloakband/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Twitter: twitter.com/Royal...
May 19, 2021•53 min•Ep. 6
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/watch?v=sFmgUIT-KOA Stream the Pretend EP - Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1Fzjr6c7rNzoE7Aw16zG0l?si=vTlnE7ycT4STJX0z6TTsEw - Apple Music: music.apple.com/ca/album/pretend-ep/1397464226 Mistakes music video: youtube.com/watch?v=Dnk0_yUyJEI&list=PLkfuT...
May 05, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 5
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.com/royaloakmusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Twitter: twitter.com/RoyalOakBand...
Apr 21, 2021•48 min•Ep. 4
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 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp8OppXJWZc Follow us IG: instagram.com/royaloakband/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Twitter: twitter.com/RoyalOakBand...
Apr 15, 2021•37 min•Ep. 3
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 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=deka-B6tKAo Follow us IG: instagram.com/royaloakband/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Twitter: twitter.com/RoyalOakBand...
Mar 31, 2021•54 min•Ep. 2
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 to the present. Other topics include the musical eras of Royal Oak, T-ball, and feet. Watch on YouTube youtube.com/watch?v=jWATyiyBROo Follow us IG: instagram.com/royaloakofficial/ Facebook: facebook.com/royaloakmusic TikTok: tiktok.com/@royaloakband Twitte...
Mar 17, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 1
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 us Instagram: @royaloakofficial Facebook: Royal Oak TikTok: @royaloakofficial Email: royaloakofficial@gmail.com...
Mar 01, 2021•7 min
