CHRVNS sits down with Now Defunkt and discusses humble beginnings in Huntington Beach, having an open invitation to jam, making music during lockdown, creating a Jamcation, community, finally getting to play live, and making a documentary about the whole thang.

Now Defunkt is a genre-blurring sonic collective that grooves like a vinyl record spinning in a raucous room—raw, electric, and impossible to pin down. Fusing the jagged edges of proto-punk with the soulful swagger of R&B fusion and the gritty rumble of alternative rock, their sound is messy in all the right ways: pulsing, alive, and full of motion. Born from lockdown as a family-and-friends experiment in radical creativity and interdependence, Now Defunkt conjures a primordial soul shift—equal parts catharsis and celebration, always with a twist of lemon. Their music doesn’t settle. It moves, it mutates, and somehow feels right at home everywhere it lands.

CHRVNS and OVRTHNKR sit down with Bellingham’s own Silk Jammies to talk origin stories—from elementary school band days to Robo’s chaotic early mix-tapes that sparked his DJ journey. They get into the eternal Logic vs. Reason debate, pour one out for the dearly departed Sasquatch Festival, unpack a wild LSD trip, and break down the ritual of getting hyped before a set. This one’s equal parts nostalgia, chaos, and sweaty dancefloor energy.

Silk Jammies is an ever-evolving DJ, electronic music production, and entertainment duo based in Bellingham, Washington. Formed in the wake of post-pandemic clarity, Jordan and Robo fused their eclectic music tastes to create genre-blending live sets that are equal parts chaotic, euphoric, and unforgettable. Rooted in house music but never confined by it, Silk Jammies brings high-energy performances that keep dance floors moving and minds buzzing.

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Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with Josh Jensen and discuss being a father first and foremost, recording his first album on his phone to recording his latest project with a drum and bass DJ to spice things up. The power of collaboration and embracing the darkside to take creative leaps, and recording in the grungiest studio in Seattle.

Josh Jensen is a singer songwriter hailing from Seattle, WA. Josh's honeyed vocals and fingerstyle guitar accompany a wide range of what he dubs as PNW Americana stylings that make up his music.

Kyle Alan Hobbs is a Bellingham-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist blending cosmic country with a psychedelic twist. Born in Memphis and raised across Florida and California, Hobbs’s music reflects a restless, exploratory spirit grounded in American roots.

A self-taught musician, Hobbs grew from a ska- and punk-loving teen into a genre-blending artist—pulling influence from J Dilla’s beats, Brian Eno’s atmospheres, and the twang of classic country. But it was Sweetheart of the Rodeo by The Byrds that became his compass, guiding him toward the haunting, heartfelt sounds of Gram Parsons, Merle Haggard, and John Prine.

His music fuses the lonesome soul of Hank Williams with the heady swirl of Pink Floyd—honoring tradition while exploring new sonic territory. Hobbs lives in Bellingham with his wife, Cordelia, and their son, Lucas. His debut EP, Made This Way, drops in 2025. Catch him live at Northwest Folklife (Monday, May 26) and Farmstrong Brewing (Thursday, August 14).

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CHRVNS sits down with Devin Champlin to discuss and tour his legendary guitar shop in the heart of Bellingham. They also talk about clowning around on T.V. in Chicago, gaining rainbow vision after an acid trip, the state of music in Bellingham, and creating a space for musicians.

Northwest Washington's Devin Champlin writes songs for gettin' along, sometimes with his band Sons of Rainier, sometimes on his ownsome. He likes to fingerpick the guitar, grease the fiddle, and thump on the piano, all while singing about dreams of breakfast, and existentialism.

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Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with Jay Irwin and the GP Sunsets to talk about their new EP Blessings and Close Calls, how the Georgia-Pacific paper mill’s pollution inspired the band’s name, and writing songs about struggling with life online. It's a conversation about place, persistence, and the poetry hidden in everyday chaos.

Jay Irwin has been a staple of the Bellingham music scene since the 1990s, contributing to beloved local acts like Clambake and the Sons of the Widow James. His songwriting is melodic, plainspoken, and packed with lyrical depth that rewards repeat listens.

Jay’s newest project, the GP Sunsets (a nod to Bellingham’s industrial past), includes a crew of seasoned musicians:

• Elizabeth Elton – violin and backing vocals (also of Lindsay Street)

• Robin Elwood – accordion and backing vocals (also of Lindsay Street, The Moving Hats, and The Bayou Opossums)

• Brian Rapp – bass, mandolin, and backing vocals (also of Dr. Jimmy's Big Band)

Together, they blend rootsy instrumentation with thoughtful songwriting rooted in the Pacific Northwest experience.

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Chrvns and Tim Mechling sit down with Surreal, a grunge/alt-rock band from Mount Vernon, WA, to talk band origins, musical influences, and why their name sounds like a fever dream.

They swap stories—including Tim’s unforgettable encounter with a carnie named Hatchet—and wrap things up with a completely unserious, instrument-free “performance” that somehow captures the chaotic spirit of the band perfectly. It’s part interview, part hangout, and part whatever that last segment was.

Surreal is a grunge-soaked alt-rock band from Mount Vernon, WA, crashing into the scene with heavy riffs, sharp hooks, and a whole lot of heart.

Rooted in the legacy of Northwest rock but unafraid to get weird with it, Surreal brings raw energy and offbeat charisma to every stage (and podcast couch) they land on. They’re here to remind you that rock isn’t dead—it just got a little stranger.

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Tim Mechling and CHRVNS sit down with Mark 'The Freight Train' Wheeler and Walker VanWingerden of Preacher and The Freight Train for an unforgettable conversation. In this episode, they dive into Mark’s legendary birthday parties, Walker’s inspiring grandfather, and the concept of 'Grandpa Strength.' They also explore their unique songwriting philosophy and share the origin story of their band and the unforgettable name behind it. Tune in for a mix of heart, humor, and raw musical insights!

The Preacher & The Freight Train are an acoustic guitar and blues harp duo hailing from the great Whatcom County. The band is comprised of Walker VanWingerden on guitar/vocals and Mark “The Freight Train” Wheeler on Harmonica. Upon first meeting the stars aligned and the two quickly became soul brothers determined, together, to rock as many stages and faces as possible. You can expect to hear many original songs inspired by life, love, hardship, and the beauty of the PNW. As well, the band delivers many classic tunes and bluesy cuts. The energy is soulful, spiritual, dusty magic. Sure to thrill and entice. Watch out because The Preacher & The Freight Train are rollin’ down the track and they’ve got a message to share with you! Hold onto your eardrums!

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