Two Tape Decks Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Jay and Sam play "Green Doorway", a song from Tomorrow Never Knows next EP(coming soon). Plus, they give their perspective on The Beatles "Get Back" documentary.
What if Elvis and the Stones covered each other's songs? With Jean and Jena Haffner of The Record Exchange in St. Louis.
Jay Mac and Sam welcome Jean and Jena Haffner of the iconic St. Louis record shop, The Record Exchange. They discuss how Jean got into the business and hear some behind the scene stories from nearly 45 years in the business.
Recorded Nov. 7 2021
Jay Mac and Sam welcome writer, actor and director David M. Treadway to the show to chat about film scores and the relationship between composer and director.
Jay Mac and Sam gather around the campfire with return guest Jared Oliver for a very special Halloween episode full of ghost stories, spooky scenarios and funny conversation. Featuring an original score by Sam Wade.
Ben Wade joins Sam and Jay as they listen to several examples of popular songs being copied or outright stolen from other artists.
Jay Mac and Sam welcome Andre Cataldo of Dear Genre on the show to talk about his new single "Body Of Water" released on Oct 1. They also dive into the origins of the band name, his writing process and plans for the future.
Featuring the songs "Body Of Water" and "Shoot The Freak"
Jay Mac and Sam discuss the classic rock record So Long Ago The Garden by controversial artist Larry Norman. Though not a widely known album today, it still has something great to offer nearly 50 years after its original release on MGM Records in 1973.
Jay and Sam wonder how they would hold up on the long-running television show "Survivor".
Sam and Jay Mac welcome songwriter Willie Edward Smith to the show to talk about inspiration and songwriting process.
Your hosts discuss a potential cure for baldness with one small side effect. With Joel Dodson.
In a special episode, Jay Mac and Sam welcome back musician and producer, Joel Dodson to discuss the making of 'Tributaries' (the new full-length record by Sam Wade). They go behind the scenes including comparisons of song demos to final versions plus the discuss the inspiration and influences that shaped the sounds.
Featuring the songs "Confession", "Save My Soul", "Edge Of Town" and "Morning Star" from 'Tributaries'. Hear the full album on all major streaming services.
Are there secret messages buried in popular music? Listen in as Sam and Jay find several potential examples in songs you hear almost every day.
How would you handle an uncle who constantly told everyone that he'd been abducted by aliens? With Emilio and Patrick from the band Occults.
Sam and Jay Mac welcome Ryan Taylor of North Texas rock band Yeah Huh to show to talk about songwriting, performing and catching lightning in a bottle while recording. Featuring the single "Head Voice" by Yeah Huh.
Jay, Sam and David Sangster discuss an imaginary party at Graceland involving Elvis and a risky dare.
Sam and Jay Mac welcome Patrick Lawrence and Emilio Hernadez of Post-Punk/Shoegaze duo Occults to talk about their new single, the origins of their band name and producing music remotely. Featuring the single "Physical" by Occults.
Listen as Sam and Jay have a conversation with David Sangster about life as a musician with Parkinson's disease and his work as an advocate for others living with PD.
Jay Mac imagines snooping on a neighbor with some shady behavior. With Ross Christopher.
Sam and Jay Mac welcome composer, singer-songwriter and producer Ross Christopher to the show to discuss his process and new ventures into ambient music. Featuring the single "They Are My Love" by Ross Christopher.
This week Jay Mac and Sam explore the idea of Rock mythology including Robert Johnson's deal with the devil, the Paul Is Dead legend, the heavy metal antics of Ozzy Osbourne and others.
Jay Mac and Sam imagine what would happen if legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan took on a full grown chimpanzee. With Sue Paine Luther.
Emerging singer-songwriter, Sue Paine Luther joins Jay Mac and Sam to discuss her new single and chasing inspiration during the songwriting process. Featuring the single "Waking Dawn" by Sue Paine Luther.
In our continuing special series, ICONS, Sam and Jay Mac welcome special guests Jimmy Britton and Eli Britton to dive into the monolith band Radiohead.
Jay Mac and Sam welcome back to the show Ben Wade to highlight several bands that feature siblings.
Jay asks Sam and Talker Fields how they would react to a former member of the Mafia moving in next door.
Talker Fields joins Sam and Jay Mac to discuss his new EP, songwriting, production and being brave with your creativity. Featuring the single "Purple Stains" by Talker Fields.
This week on B-Sides, an interesting conversation from the cutting room floor about Chernobyl now.
In our continuing special series, ICONS, we chat about the one and only Dolly Parton. With over 5 decades in music and the awards and hit singles to prove it, Dolly has been cemented as a national treasure and music icon.
Jay sets up an Old West scenario involving two legends of country music. With Rachael Leycroft
Rachel Leycroft, singer-songwriter and EDM/Pop artist, joins Jay Mac and Sam to discuss her inspiration, process and mission to give mental health a voice through her music. This very special episode also coincides with Mental Health Awareness Month in May. We hope this candid and honest conversation connects with you like it did for us. Featuring the single "All Of Me" by Rachel Leycroft.
Jay Mac and Sam welcome guest Joel Dodson with the question, You have a choice, 70’s music or 90’s music, forever. Which is it?
Sam and Jay Mac welcome the talented Joel Dodson as they discuss songwriting, production and the journey of developing your own artistic voice.
Jay Mac and Sam discuss the pop culture phenomenon artist concept and installation turned surreal movement that is Meow Wolf. This one is definitely swarmy!
There's nothing like seeing a movie in the theater! In this week's episode, Sam and Jay Mac talk about going back to the movies in a post-COVID world.
In this special Mother’s Day installment of ICONS: Jeff Buckley, Jay Mac and Sam have a candid and enlightening chat with his mother and legacy curator Mary Guibert and Laurie Trombley, friend and former fan relations director. They talk about Mary's work to preserve his music, Laurie's documentary she co-directed Amazing Grace: Jeff Buckley, stories of his childhood and early shows - plus information about the upcoming biopic currently in pre-production.
On this week's installment of B-Sides! Jay Mac and Sam and guest Jared Oliver discuss a hypothetical scenario that is out of this world!
Jay Mac and Sam welcome guest Jared Oliver (fellow songwriter, musician and UFO enthusiast) to discuss the UFO phenomenon that is such a huge part of popular culture. Jared shares first hand accounts of the unexplained from his time in the military while discussing some of the most famous UFO stories over the last 70 years.
On this week's installment of B-Sides! Jay Mac and Sam candidly discuss the important question, "If you were stranded on a desert island, would you create a friend and with what?" Deep thoughts ensue...okay maybe not so deep, but it's funny!
This week Jay Mac and Sam discuss the art of songwriting based on their nearly three decades of creating. There's something for beginners and seasoned writers alike!
Welcome to B-Sides! Random musings and outtakes from Two Tape Decks And A Mixing board. Bite sized morsels of discussion, humor and rarities coming to your favorite podcast platform every Saturday from Jay Mac and Sam. This week a Rebecca Eldridge shares her story of meeting Motley Crue backstage!
Jay Mac and Sam discuss their experiences growing up in an analog world turned digital. From vinyl and tapes to CDs, MP3s and streaming.
Welcome to B-Sides! Random musings and outtakes from Two Tape Decks And A Mixing board. Bite sized morsels of discussion, humor and rarities coming to your favorite podcast platform every Saturday from Jay Mac and Sam. This week they explore the mystery of the arena rock monolith rock act KISS!
Everybody has a crazy story from their first job right? Listen in as Jay Mac and Sam tell candid stories from the first days of joining the workforce.
In the second installment of the Two Tape Decks Podcast sub-series ICONS, Sam and Jay Mac discuss singer-songwriter legend Larry Norman. Larry was an often polarizing figure in popular music and eventually was envisioned as a trendsetter in religious themed rock. This led to some calling him "The Father Of Christian Rock". Regardless of where the listener falls in a their world view, his talent was as undeniable as his ability to create a compelling public image.
Jay Mac and Sam discuss another classic Beatles record - Revolver in detail with crazy stories from the making of this classic and influential record
Have you ever payed attention to the way that music works along with a film scene to make you feel a certain way? Have you ever heard a song that instantly takes you back to an old memory? Sam and Jay Mac riff off each other about some of their favorite musical moments from films and television.
Jay Mac and Sam have a candid conversation about what makes a band while drawing from their experiences as performance songwriting and production.
Music is a powerful force. There is no question about that. It is used to create a mood in a movie or it may bring back a special memory of loved one. Music can make emotions well up inside you - ranging from peace to hate to sadness to euphoria. It's that power that makes music an amazing tool for both good and evil. This week Jay Mac and Sam explore the idea of music and it's role in manipulating people behind a belief system that can be damaging and how we can better understand the freedom that music can just as effectively inspire.
Welcome to the first installment of a new reoccurring series on Two Tape Decks simply titled ‘ICONS’ where we explore some of the most iconic artists of all time. This week Jay Mac and Sam are joined by their friend and fellow music aficionado, Rebecca Eldridge, to honor and explore one of the greatest artists of all time, Prince. ☔️
Sam and Jay Mac welcome special guest Danny Wier (Musician and retired Teacher) to discuss his experiences witnessing UFOs in northern Indiana in the early 1970's.
This week Jay Mac and Sam welcome Ben Wade - songwriter, producer and artist visionary behind the retrowave synth band GUIDEBOOK. They dive into the creative process of producing music, performing live, early 2000's St. Louis music history and the early 1990's street skateboarding culture.
Listen in as Jay Mac and Sam Wade candidly discuss Jay Mac's journey with young onset Parkinson's disease. They talk about how he stays optimistic in the face of this disabling condition while continuing to make music, care for family and pursue other interests.
Listen in as Jay Mac and Sam welcome special guest Tony Wade as they break down one of the most iconic albums of all time. Released by The Beatles in May 1967, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band became the collective anthem for the summer of love and has influenced countless creators for over 50 years! This episode is chock full of behind the scenes stories and commentary surrounding the creation of this groundbreaking and timeless record.
Can locations be marked by the events both good and bad that have happened there? Listen in as Sam and Jay talk vibrations both friendly and terrifying.
Jay and Sam have a conversation with the conductor for The Who, Keith Levenson, about the state of live music during the Covid-19 pandemic. Visit www.FustercluckMusic.com to learn how you can support the out-of-work people that this industry depends on!
Listen in as Sam and Jay talk about the making of "Alone on the Moon", a song from their E.P. Tomorrow Never Knows "No. 1".
Sam and Jay discuss the writing and recording of "The Drifter", a song from their musical project Tomorrow Never Knows.
Jay Mac and Sam talk about the making of the song "Six Sixty Six", the first single from Tomorrow Never Knows "No. 1".