The Subject Is Moot: Recent Episodes
Dom & Mike
The Subject Is Moot (TSIM) is a podcast where we will be discussing music and its related components i.e. greatest bands, albums, songs, decades etc. We welcome any comments or feedback. Our email address is thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
Mike and I briefly go rogue and discuss the great TV show "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and more.
We discuss the music group Omnific and bands we didn't like back then but now do, and vice versa.
Mike and I discuss who is going to carry Neil Peart's torch? Also discuss the talented vocalist Morgan James and her journey.
Mike sleeps while I discuss KISS' "End of the Road" tour, plus we list our top songs we can listen to over and over again.
The subject isn't moot on this topic,,, Neil Peart "THE" Greatest Drummer of All Time,,,, period. Mike and I discuss the legendary drummer and his impact on music.
Mike and I debate 80's New Wave!!! Mike also mentions great guitarists Charlie Robbins, Ola Englund and Poh Hock.
Mike and I discuss frontmen, bands past their prime and more. Check out one listeners opinion that got Mike fired up.
We discuss Dream Theater's new album, Rush touring without Neal Peart, a great question by Magnus Karlsson,,, we also mention great artists,, Thom Pankhurst, Stephen Taranto and Marco Sfogli.
Mike vents about guitar magazine covers, we talk about Greta Van Fleet, Brandi Carlile, Ted Leonard, Chris Letchford, Shawn James and more.
Mike and I debate a listener's question "What constitutes a great or classic song?" plus more.
Mike and I discuss a few under rated 80's bands, Michael Jackson's "Thriller" album versus Eagles "Greatest Hits" and more.
Mike and I discuss various topics from our listeners and also hone in on a great question that can ignite a local fan base,, "Who represents NJ better, Bruce Springsteen or Bon Jovi?"
Thomas "McRocklin" McLaughlin, needs no introduction. He started playing guitar at the age of 4, opened for Ozzy Osbourne when he was 8 years old and was featured in Steve Vai's "The Audience is Listening" video. He was also in the Warner Bros documentary 'Legends of the Guitar' when he was 11 and in the band Bad4Good.
Check out his new album "New Beginnings".
McRocklin "New Beginnings"
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Storms 0:00-3:57
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Closed Doors 3:58-8:09
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Square Dreamz 8:10-12:25
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Clear Skies 12:26-16:31
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New Beginnings 16:31-21:11
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Times 21:12-end
Chris Boss is a guitarist / vocalist from San Antonio, Texas. He has shared the stage with KISS, Slash, Steve Vai and others. Chris played The National Anthem at the AT&T Center during the Conference Finals and many Playoff games as well as performing during halftime shows. He has earned many accolades including winning: “Guitar Wars Competition” three times,, nomination for “Musician of the Year”,, “Best Acoustic Guitarist” and “Best Electric Guitarist”. He has three original albums out, Chris Boss,, One Hot Night (under the name The Fuss),, Evolution. Some of his original music has been featured on the TV show Cougar Town
Check him out at chrisboss.com
Chris Boss "Evolution" Album
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Set Me Free 0-3:25
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Maniac Man 3:26-7:27
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The Machine 7:28-12:32
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Liam's Song 12:33-16:30
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Fandango 16:31-20:22
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String Thing 20:23-end
We discuss a band's commercial success, what band we would like to be in, top progressive rock guitarists, Mike's "Artists You Should Know" segment, Alexandr Misko plus more.
Mike and I take the podcast on the road to Jack's Music Shoppe in Redbank, NJ and sit with customers to discuss the music scene.
We want to introduce Myles Kennedy to everyone who doesn't know him,,, plus discussions about Alter Bridge, Sons of Apollo and more..
Great questions asked by our listeners that we had fun discussing. November Rain's place in music history compared to Stairway To Heaven and more.
We showcase extra tracks from The Broxton Hundred, The Mars Chronicles and The Dead Centuries. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram
James Torme asked and we answered,, "Do you think artists should use their concerts and events to make political statements or speeches?" Listen and find out.
Go back in time to the 80's music scene during episode 16. We discuss one of the most diverse decades in music.
The ongoing debate finally discussed, Sinatra vs Presley, we also discuss Madonna vs Lady GaGa. Listen to Mike's new releases. Check out The Broxton Hundred single 'Ghosts' our outro song.
We showcase tracks from KLEE Project, Fatally Yours and Lost In A Name. Listen to these great tracks and let us know what you think,, write to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast and Facebook TSIM
In episode 13 we showcase music from Mantle, Ethan Opdahl and Elmo Karjalainen. Take a listen and write in to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast TSIM
Mike and I answer a question from one of our listeners. "What are our top five favorite albums?" Also check out a tremazing track from the Mantle band at the end of the show. Email us at thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com TSIM Also follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
This is episode 11 where Mike and I showcase additional tracks from our recent Artists of the Podcast,, Randy Mcstine, Professor John and Victim of Illusion. Check them out,, you won't be disappointed. Email us at thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast TSIM
Mike and I answer a big question from one of our listeners,, "What are your top five favorite bands and or artists, and why?" Also stayed tuned for a track from a tremendous band, Victim of Illusion, at the end of the show, you wont be disappointed. Listen to our breakdown,, we want to hear your top five as well,, write in to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
Mike and I respond to a fan's question,, "Is Music Dead?" Listen to our response and write in any comments to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast TSIM
The fans wrote in and we answered their questions. Listen to what they had to say or wanted to know. Checkout our Artist of the Podcast. Write in to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
This episode spotlights the three artists we recently showcased their music during our podcast. During this show we play two additional tracks from Chris Boss, Arthurkill and Nova Era. Take a listen,,, you won't be disappointed. Email us any comments, questions or topics you would like us to discuss to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com Enjoy!!!! TSIM Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
Mike and I break down 5 rock / metal band's line up changes. Do the changes have a positive, negative or no effect at all. Check out our Artist of the Podcast. Write to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com with any comments, questions or topics you would like us to discuss on future shows. TSIM Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
Mike finally gets to talk about his favorite music subject, guitarists. We breakdown our list of top guitarists. Make sure you check out our Artist of the Podcast as well. Write in to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com TSIM Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
This episode Mike and I give a detailed breakdown of our top female and male vocalists. Make sure you check out our Artist of the Podcast as well. Write in to thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com TSIM Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
Today we discuss overplayed radio music, can it be controlled or avoided. We also discuss the evolution of recorded media and is it music's demise?? TSIM Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
Mike and I breakdown the great "Roth vs Hagar" debate. Hear our picks,, what are your thoughts,, write in to "thesubjectismoot@yahoo.com". Plus, check out our "Artist of the Podcast". TSIM Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast
This is our pilot discussing who are we, why music is important to us, how we got started in music. Hope you enjoy our podcast. Stay tuned for our next podcast discussing the greatest band from the 70's to mid 90's era..........????? TSIM Follow us on Twitter @TSIM_podcast