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Doug and Brian have known each other since junior high school. They didn’t become “O’Brien & Doug” until their widely popular radio show polluted the airwaves of their local rock station. Brian was "Chris O'Brien" on the air and had been in broadcasting for 25 years and Doug....hadn’t. They spoke to listeners on the air about what was important (Who was the best rock drummer? Should 80s movies be required for all high school students?). The magic continues in the O'Brien & Doug Podcast!
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On this episode, we talk about our separate vacations, our first country band gig, and the recent Toto concert. We read some of O’Brien’s journal entries around the beginning of Common Crossing in the 90s. We discuss a few things you may not know about the Springfield classic “Jesse’s Girl”. We hear new music from Peter Gabriel and lament all of the cancellations due to health issues for our aging rock icons. We also play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and Wall of Tunes: Smash or Trash. #petergabriel #paulmccartney
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On this episode, we discuss the wildfires in Canada. No, really. We did. We talked about playing music at church, upcoming shows, the upcoming new Def Leppard album, and some guy the Beatles tried to erase, allegedly. We also play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and Wall of Tunes: Smash or Trash. This is the last episode for two weeks as we will both be away on vacation….separately. I mean, geez. #canada #beatles #simplyred #defleppard
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On this episode, we complain about a certain wedding, hear new music from Stryper, Asia, the “Seeds of KISS, er…we mean Stanley Simmons, plus we hear old music from Foreigner that should stay old. We play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and Wall of Tunes: Smash or Trash. #stryper #robertpalmer #women
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On this episode, we get moon music from Peter Gabriel and the Rolling Stones, discuss a few bands from the hair metal era who should have been bigger, and wah-wahs. We play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and Wall of Tunes: Smash or Trash. #rollingstones #cher
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On this episode, we discuss O’Brien’s trip to Boston, the status of the basement, the “Big 4 of Rush Albums”, our favorite songs from Rush, the upcoming Buddy Guy All-Star Concert, a Van Halen headline, and more. We play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and Wall of Tunes: Smash or Trash. #boston #rush #vanhalen
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On this episode, we preview some new rock music set for release in July. We also see if Doug can recognize all 40 of the “best drum intros in rock history”, according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We answer some Listener Mail, play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and we Smash or Trash another CD from the Wall of Tunes. Oh, and the day this episode drops is Jude's birthday and we forgot to mention it. Oopsie! #jude #birthday #fathersday
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On this episode, we try to explain what Anika Nilles has done for the Rush faithful. We also hear new music from Prince, and the spawn of KISS. We discuss the “Big 4 Guitar Solos”, and decide to change up the Wall of Tunes. We play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape and Wall of Tunes: Smash or Trash! #rush #anikanilles
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On this episode, we discuss O’Brien missing his first Syndicate Show, Eli’s senior week; we hear new music from Peter Gabriel, Greta Van Fleet, and Billy Gibbons, identify 80s TV shows from a freeze frame and hear their theme songs. Plus we play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for rock and roll royalty! #petergabriel #queen
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On this episode, we recap Eli’s prom, O’Brien’s concerts, Rick Beato, and more. We play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a 50s vocal group that Doug can’t remember the name of. #rickbeato #drifters
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On this episode, O’Brien & Doug dish out new rock releases for the month of June, discuss the greatest guitar solos from 80s hairbands, and hear new music from Deep Purple and Anthrax. We also wish O’Brien’s oldest a happy birthday, hear a piece of a commencement speech, play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for an interesting discussion about the better of two albums that were meant to be a double album. #hairbands #deeppurple #anthrax #gnr
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This episode goes off the rails in swift fashion. We’ve always said we are the podcast for those with ADD, but the number of rabbit holes we follow is record-breaking. We discuss Alex Van Halen, a new Beatles duet, Spotify, “Dead End Doug’s Dreamhole”, the blues-cigar bar idea, and more. We play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a solo project from an 80s rock and roll icon. #beatles #avh #jackblades
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On this episode we hear new music from Peter Gabriel and the Rolling Stones, Doug rants about the NYTimes list of the 30 Greatest Living American Songwriters. We play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s band who told us the way it is. #rollingstones #nytimes #brucehornsbyandtherange
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On this episode we finally get to some listener mail, we hear new music from Europe, Michael Stipe and Skid Row’s Rachel Bolan. We try to guess the 80s movie from one frame. Plus, we play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for the Toxic Twins from Boston, #80s #aerosmith
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On this episode we discuss the 10th anniversary of Prince’s death, talk upcoming appearances, ruminate on the premise of the next Topgun movie, and more. We also play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the “Purple One”, RIP. #prince
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On this episode we begrudgingly chat about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees, hear new music from Foo Fighters, list more new rock music coming in May, and more. We also play Poorly Explained Movies, MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band named after an important figure in radio. What more could you ask for? #rrhf #foofighters #tesla
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It’s our 6th Anniversary!! On this episode we chat about our upcoming gigs, more stuff about Rush, hear new music from Stephen Pearcy of RATT, and discuss the fact that WKRP in Cincinatti will now be a real radio station. Yeah, really. We also play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s band who had to change their name after their first official record was released. #rush #ratt #wkrp #nightranger
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On this episode we discuss Rush’s first reunion performance on the Juno Awards, the new installment of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival, and we see how many Billy Joel Jeopardy questions we can answer. We also play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s blue-eyed soul band with a red-headed frontman.
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On this episode we discuss the last couple of band gigs, the loss of a cult martial arts hero, the new rock releases for the month of April, and the “Best Hair Metal Band for Each Letter of the Alphabet” according to UCR. We play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a blues trio from Canada that has no bass player. #chucknorris #monkeyjunk
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On this episode O’Brien recounts a recent school trip to the Senate, we establish KISS are marketing geniuses and Vinnie Vincent is delusional; we play “Poorly Explained 80s Movies”, MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that started the rock and roll cruise phenomenon. #kiss # sisterhazel
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On this episode we discuss possibly ditching the Fun Dungeon, Steve Vai on the new version of Van Halen’s “Jump”, The Big 4 of the Sunset Strip, Great covers from female vocalists, and stuff that scared us as 80s kids, all thanks to Ultimate Classic Rock. We play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a Canadian blues/rock singer. #vanhalen #80s #colinjames
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On this episode we explain why we unexpectedly took a week off. We discuss which was better, the cover or the original…we talk rock hall nominees, play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for one of O’Brien’s Desert Island Albums from a guy who used to get mistaken for the Boss. #rrhof #rickspringfield
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On this episode we talk vacation, new releases, cover songs, and why Snoop Dogg is the new mascot for Gen X, plus we play “Poorly Explained Movies” and MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a singer/songwriter from the 80s who’s hair had a life of its own. #snoopdogg #richardmarx
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On this episode we discuss Super Bowl, the passing of 3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold and what the band does from here, the original demo of “Shot in the Dark” by Ozzy, and how O’Brien wants to program a rock station and unearths a couple of lost classics. We tackle Bouncin’ Bob’s listener male challenge again. Plus, we play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that many call the American Rolling Stones. #3doorsdown #ozzy #aerosmith
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On this episode we discuss the upcoming release of Van Halen’s 5150 Box and all its glorious extras, the passing of Chuck Negron from Three Dog Night and remember their best songs, we hear new music from Roger Taylor of Queen and the latest Peter Gabriel offering. We play “Poorly Explained Movies” and MixTape (sorry Miss Judgeness, we’re dumb!), and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band of regular dudes from South Carolina who became pop stars. #vanhalen #threedognight #hootie
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On this episode we list some upcoming rock releases for the month of February 2026, hear new music from Def Leppard, Lou Gramm of Foreigner, and a surprising delivery from Megadeth. We reminisce on some underrated 80s pop music. We play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s pop version of a 70s prog/rock group. #defleppard #genesis
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On this episode we talk about the NFL Playoffs, promo photos via ChatGPT, the 20 Best Hard Rock & Metal Albums from 1986 according to UCR, upcoming concerts in Maine, a question Doug had for O’Brien, and we answer some listener mail. We play “Poorly Explained Movies”, MixTape, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk pop singer/songwriter whose life was cut way too short in the early 70s. #nfl #jimcroce
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On this episode we lament all the sick bugs going around and discuss O’Brien’s plan to fix it. Plus, we may have a new business model…”Burritos & Portapotties”. We contemplate catching up with an producer friend of ours, discuss the recently announced Hagar/Springfield tour, hear two new songs from the Black Crowes, play our new movie game, MixTape and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a man who made every famous musician who they are today. #blackcrowes #sammyhagar #maca
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On this episode we discuss Alex Van Halen teaming with Toto’s Steve Lukather, the Vinnie Vincent album that will probably never be released, new music from Peter Gabriel, plus, we introduce a new segment about movies, play MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for O’Brien’s latest pickup at his favorite record store. #vanhalen #petergabriel #mrbig
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On this first episode of 2026 we discuss our holiday, including a holiday house fire...we ponder what KISS alum Vinnie Vincent and Peter Criss are thinking with their latest music releases, we hear a new song from the new Megadeth album, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the Father of Invention. #KISS #Zappa
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On this episode we react to the passing of legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner, the arrival of O’Brien’s first grandchild, what it takes to be an aging Rockstar on tour, and we learn what each of us are listening to on our devices this week. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a rock band who has had several lineup changes but is still making white knuckle rock-n-roll. #robreiner #deaddaisies
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On this episode we lament the passing of guitar great Steve Cropper. We also discuss the huge July 2026 concert announcements in our neck of the woods, new rock releases for 2026, and we hear two new songs from Guns ‘N’ Roses. Oh, and Doug “Dougs” a classic Christmas flick. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a man who lost a girl to Jim from The Office. #stevecropper #gunsnroses #michaelbuble
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On this episode we debut some of our new imaging positioners (big words describing when a different voice says our name), we discuss Thanksgiving, Doug’s new part-time part-time job, the 15 Diamond Selling Hard Rock Albums ranked according to UCR, and we play MixTape in the middle AND at the end. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a Canadian legend, and we steal his song title for this episode. Winning! #brucecockburn
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On this episode we read some listener mail. Our cursed discussions continue as we lose another famous musician. We talk rock headlines, retirements, and more. We attempt to write some liners for the podcast. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an iconic 80s pop band out of Australia. #toddsnider #crowdedhouse
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On this episode we discuss some rock releases expected in the month of December, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction, new music from new artist Stanley Simmons, and most importantly Doug’s service to our country as this episode was recorded on Veteran’s Day. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that is in both of our top 5 favorites. #rrhf #veteransday #bigheadtodd
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On this episode we discuss the effects of a full moon on school age children, what we remember about being home sick from school in the 80s, and we lament Hootie’s unnecessary participation in a country song and hear new music from Howl Owl Howl. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a new wave rock band from the 80s. #fullmoon #hootie #thecars #priceisright
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On this episode we our favorite Halloween movies, the new album from Mammoth, and some rock and roll headlines. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a soulful 70s artist who we think is not talked about enough. #halloween #mammoth #joecocker
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On this episode we discuss the sudden passing of Ace Frehley and the eeriness of our talk of KISS on the previous episode (it’s happened before), the long, slow death of MTV, we hear new music from Vince Gill, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the birthday boy, and one of our favorite guitar players on the planet. #acefrehley #vincegill #stevelukather
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On this episode we discuss our rock and roll show at the Cross Insurance Center, 5 greatest hard rock guitar duos of the 80s, the coolest female drummers, played MixTape and climbed the Wall of Tunes for a band who should have kept the makeup on. #kiss
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On this episode we talk about our upcoming rock show at the "Big Arena" down the road, the fact that Rush is touring, and we hear the latest single from Megadeth. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes that takes us all the way back to the beginning. #rush #genesis
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On this episode we are back to recording video. Check out this episode soon on our YouTube page. Just type in O’Brien & Doug Podcast, click the link and subscribe. We also discuss some underrated songs from some of our favorite bands, we hear the new collaboration between Judas Priest and the late Ozzy Osbourne, plus we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a rock supergroup who sits comfortably on the progressive/hard rock fence. #ozzy #winerydogs
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On this episode we discuss our take on Spinal Tap 2, plus some real life Spinal Tap stories. We also hear new music from Steven Tyler and Yungblud, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band out of the 80s who has managed to stay relevant. #spinaltap #aerosmith #bonjovi
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On this episode we discuss new rock releases headed your way in the month of October, real Spinal Tap stories from various bands, and O’Brien surprises Doug with what might seem like Christmas morning at a Jazz afficiando’s house. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the birthday boy on September 16. #spinaltap #jazz #bbking
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On this episode talk about failed parenting, broken guitars, Ozzy’s band, rock imaging with Cousin Larry, new songs from Clapton and Plant, respectively; we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that we think still holds the record for the “loudest rock concert” #taylor #clapton #plant #deeppurple
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On this episode we tackle the rerelease of the latest Bon Jovi album and, why, the new documentary about Heart’s Ann Wilson and and the Most Skipped Songs from 40 Classic Rock Albums, all according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an underrated Canadian melodic rock band. #bonjovi #heart #haremscarem
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On this episode we talk about the future of the podcast, the pitfalls and sheen of ai, hear new music from Cheap Trick and the Redrocker, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the 2nd album of a 90s supergroup. #newmanagement #ai #cheaptrick #sammyhagar #damnyankees
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On this episode we talk about O’Brien’s trip to see the Doobies, Megadeth’s farewell, and new rock releases expected this September. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a blues artist who has kept the blues alive for many years. #doobies #megadeth #bonamassa
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On this episode we talk about our upcoming tour of the County with the Star City Syndicate, we put our two cents into the discussion of the Big “5” Hard Rock Guitarists of the 80s according to Ultimate Classic Rock. O’Brien showed his kids “Strange Brew”, and found and old digital recorder with some interesting recordings. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk artist/activist from the 70s who had a knack for telling stories. #starcitysyndicate #80s #strangebrew #harrychapin
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On this episode we read some listener mail, talk rock news, discuss Ultimate Classic Rock’s list of the Top 50 Yacht Rock Songs, and whatever else enters our atmosphere. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for O’Brien’s favorite artist of all time. #yachtrock #vincegill
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On this episode…we take a couple weeks off and everyone dies!? We react to the loss of Ozzy, Hulk, Theo, etc. We also recap our two big gigs and tell the story of surprising our brother Bob at his first ever art show. We also discuss some music news and play MixTape. We climb the Wall of Tunes for one of our favorite artists of all time. #ozzy #hulk #johnhiatt
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On this episode we discuss O’Brien’s short vacation, new music from Mammoth, old music from Star City Records, and we travel down the Rick Beato rabbit holes. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a 70s band named after the elements. Plus, we end the podcast the quickest we ever have. There was a good reason. We’ll tell you in…two weeks. #rickbeato #ew&f
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On this episode we discuss the Ozzy tribute, hear new music from Foo Fighters and Stryper, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for one of O'Brien's favorite bands from the 80s. Oh, and we imagine playing Mario with Whitney Houston. #ozzy #stryper #journey
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On this episode we discuss our recent Syndicate gig, O'Brien's anniversary and upcoming Def Leppard concert, the remastering of Van Halen's Balance album, and the "25 Album Titles That Were Just Begging for Bad Reviews", courtesy of Ultimate Classic Rock. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a teen idol from the 60s who now plays the blues. #syndicate #vanhalen #dion
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On this episode we our participation in an upcoming bar game, our first big gig of the season, the passing of Bad Company guitarist/songwriter Mick Ralphs and we look at new music releases for July. We also hear new music from Motley Crue with Dolly Parton, yup, you read that correctly; and Dean Deleo of STP. O’Brien introduces us to a new band and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that will be the first big rock concert for his 17 year old son. #defleppard #badcompany
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On this episode we discuss the passing of the legendary Brian Wilson and his lasting contribution to music. We also hear new music from the “sons of the Beatles”, and a sort reunion of the Police. We talk cover songs that were bigger/better than the originals, we play MixTape and dedicate our Wall of Tunes segment to our favorite Beach Boys songs. #brianwilson #beatles
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On this episode we discuss our upcoming gigs, high school sports schedules, and songs to put babies to sleep. We also hear new music from the original Alice Cooper Band and Mike Campbell’s (of the Heartbreakers) new band the Dirty Knobs. We also do MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an artist who we, amazingly, have not covered yet on this podcast. #alicecooper #vanmorrison
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On this episode we discuss our recent gigs, what happens to classic rock when all our rock star heroes are gone, and the 50 greatest power ballads. We also do MixTape and a special Wall of Tunes featuring one of our favorite songwriting duos. #warrenbrothers
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On this episode we discuss Billy Joel’s health problems, the collaboration between Willie Nelson and Steve Perry, the loss of guitar great Rick Derringer, and the new song from Tony Iommi and….Robbie Williams? We unearth a couple of O’Brien’s old demo recordings and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who is now on their 4th lead singer. #billyjoel #rickderringer #foreigner
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On this episode we talk about our best gig to date, we discuss June music releases, we compare our picks for the best song from 11 Hair Metal bands, and we discuss the dismissal of Josh Freese as the drummer for the Foo Fighters. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the King of Country Music. #foofighters #georgestrait
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On this episode we discuss bands everyone loves to hate, how pop songs aren’t as complex as they used to be, and O’Brien has found the most complete rock song ever. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band from the 70s that both O’Brien and Doug were NOT into, but now they are in their top 15. #steelydan
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On this episode we hear new music from Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, Mammoth, and we learn of a new artist named Lemoyne Alexander. We discuss bands who we think should have been bigger; O’Brien introduces Doug to the “Wonky Donky”; we play MixTape, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who rebranded with a new lead singer, and their first album with that singer was their best with that singer (Clear as mud?) #wonkydonkey #mammoth #journey
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On this episode Doug has a big announcement. Plus, we discuss Sammy Hagar’s new song that came to him in a dream from Eddie Van Halen. The music rocks. The lyrics, meh. We hear about Sammy’s possible collaboration with Kirk Hammett and about Metallica’s new deluxe reissue. We talk Rock and Roll Hall of Fame news, if we have to, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a singer/songwriter from Maine who once dated rock and roll royalty. #hagar #vanhalen #metallica #rrhf #pattygriffin
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On this episode we hear new music from Billy Idol with Avril Lavigne and Mick Jones of Foreigner. We discuss songs that cannot be left out of our favorite band’s concert setlists. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an underrated pop rock singer from the 80s with so many big hits that we forgot about them. #billyidol #eddiemoney
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On this episode we highlight the list of new Rock releases headed your way in May, we preview a couple of our bands’ upcoming shows; we also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a British foursome who are finally headed to the dreaded Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. #badcompany
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It’s our 5 year anniversary. On this episode we talk about the State Modern Band Festival, a recent gig, we reminisce about 5 years of the podcast, ponder what the world would be like without Yoko Ono, play MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that David Foster ruined. #5years #chicago
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On this episode, we hear new music from Bachman Turner Overdrive…yes, you read that correctly; we vote in Ultimate Classic Rock’s Final Four Best Album of the 80s, and, since it’s the legendary Jeff Porcaro’s birthday (RIP) we celebrate one of the greatest drummers ever by highlighting some of our favorite songs from Toto. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a blues rock singer/songwriter who used to be a prize fighter. #bto #jeffporcaro #toto #paulthorn
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On this episode, we do our own March Madness bracket of Classic Rock artists with help from our Pennsylvania fans Bouncin’ Bob and Ilsa, we talk the latest rock news, 20 Guilty Pleasure Songs from the 80s, we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a duo from the 80s who combined pop finesse with Soul and R&B. #marchmadness #eurythmics
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On this episode, we discuss our recent fundraiser, we hear new music from The Doobie Brothers, talk new releases coming your way in April, O’Brien exposes Doug to the “My Name is Jeff” meme, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a folky-blues artist with cool nickname. #kebmo
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On this episode, we discuss band rehearsals, the Top 20 Hair Metal Guitar Solos according to Ultimate Classic Rock; we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a quirky singer/songwriter who had a short stint on M.A.S.H. in the 70s. I mean comahh! #loudenwainrightIII
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On this episode, we discuss a gift from a friend, we answer some listener mail and mull a potential new limited feature for the podcast, we talk about the cultural phenomenon that made us want to be musicians, mourn the loss of a one-hit wonder and a another legendary artist, hear new music from the former drummer of one of the biggest bands in rock and roll, and ponder the 8 hair metal bands who deserve to go into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. We also play MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a trip down cassette tape memory lane! #commoncrossing
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On this episode, we discuss O’Brien being down with a sickness, the upcoming “I Want My 80s” tour, ailing rock stars, the new proposed crop of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, and more. Doug kind of performs his own Haka! We play MixTape and something wonderful, yet kind of expected, happens! And, we climb the the small “Rack of Tunes” for country band named Small Large City, er, something like that. #rockhall #littlebigtown
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On this episode, OF COURSE WE DISCUSS THE BOWL THAT WAS SUPER! We also talk about our upcoming shows, O’Brien’s latest vinyl acquisitions, Doug’s take on the new album from Dream Theater, interesting facts via the late Quincy Jones and rock and roll in general. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes, as usual, for a blues rock artist who got his start in his teenage years in the 90s and is now married to Mel Gibson’s daughter. #superbowl #kennywaynesheperd
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On this episode we discuss Travel Basketball, an illusive portable bluetooth car CD player, and we don't want to "people" anymore. We play MixTape past and future but skip the present, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a Canadian Pop/Rock Superstar for the fourth freakin' time. #bryanadams
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On this episode we talk about our music projects and how grumpy we’ve gotten in our old age. We pick our top 5 Hair Metal lead singers, preview the new Rush box set, play MixTape and we pick our own personal covers album. It’s a lot of nostalgic fun! #hairmetal #mixtape
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On this episode we discuss lots and lots of new music. We list some expected music releases for the month of February and hear new songs from the Doobie Brothers, the Spin Doctors and the new band featuring Tom Hamilton of Aerosmith. We dip into the Top 20 Hard Rock and Heavy Metal albums from 1995 according to Ultimate Classic Rock, and mourn the loss of one of the great guitar heroes, John Sykes, RIP. We also read some listener mail, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a 5 piece rock band from the 80s who is still going strong today.#newmusic #doobiebrothers #johnsykes
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On this episode we discuss O’Brien’s college classes, upcoming shows, an unplanned bathroom break, and the 10 90’s Bands Who Deserve More Respect. We transform into the O’Myra & Doug Podcast briefly, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk singer/songwriter from the Midwest that we have covered before, but who cares. #90s #myra #petermulvey
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On this episode we discuss the benefits of being GenX, Top 20 Hard Rock and Heavy Metal albums of 1985, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk rock singer from the 70s who may be more famous for his guest starring role on the Simpsons. #genx #jamestaylor
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Happy New Year! On this episode we discuss our NYE performance with the Syndicate, some of our goals for 2025, the 30 Greatest Videos of the 90s, and we answer some listener mail. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an underrated band from the 80s. #steeldragon #mikeandthemechanics
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The last episode of 2024! On this episode we discuss the upcoming Beatles biopic, hear new music from Alex Lifeson’s new band, and look at new releases expected in 2025. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a late Pop sensation from the 80s who got caught up in the culture of the age and couldn’t shake it. #beatles #billyjoel #georgemichael
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On this episode we talk a bit about how AI will change the music industry, plus all the things that happened on December 12 through music history, in addition to the birth of O'Brien. Yes, it's his birthday! We play MixTape and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a little know pop duo from California who should have been bigger but now never will be. #AI #birthday #lowenandnavarro
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On this episode we talk about our Thanksgivings, basketball, a recent acoustic gig, plus we talk about the best song on every Billy Joel album. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an artist who jumps around genres but is always consistent. #thanksgiving #johnmellencamp
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On this episode we are tired. We try to stay awake, and most would say we succeeded. But who know? We discuss the top 40 Glam Metal Songs and then probably go off on a tangent somewhere. We do MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a the only Canadian Pop Rocker we know. That's not true but it sounds good. Enjoy. #glammetal #bryan adams
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On this episode we don’t talk about the election. We talk about everything BUT the election. We’re done hearing about the election. What election? Okay we may mention it, only to complain like two old farts. We discuss Chicago…the band, not the city, and how they changed over the years. Which led to a bigger discussion about bands we loved, who changed and then we only kinda liked them. We play MixTape, talk Fantasy Football and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band from the 70s who changed and their hardcore fans didn’t like it. But millions and millions of other fans in the 80s disagreed. #election #chicago #genesis
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On this episode we talk about O’Brien’s conversation with one of his musical heroes, the upcoming Star City Syndicate school show and why we do them, new music from Rick Springfield, 5 “uncredited” rock and roll guitar solos, and more. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for O’Brien’s aforementioned musical hero. #judecole #rickspringfield
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On this episode we discuss new Rock releases for November, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony, more from Alex Van Halen’s book, and other rock news. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a recent addition to the Rock Hall. Oh, and whatever happened to Sbarros? #rrhf #jimmybuffett #sbarros
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On this episode we talked about our weekend, heard new music from Dream Theater and Ratt, the ‘Big 4” of AOR according to Ultimate Classic Rock, played MixTape, and climbed the Wall of Tunes for a last name band from the 80s who broke wide open because of a horror flick.
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On this episode we discuss the County Fall Fest that we played at, new music from Motley Crue and The Cure, an excerpt from Alex Van Halen’s memoir and more. We play MixTape and our Wall of Tunes features our picks for underrated Van Halen songs in memory of the great EVH. #vanhalen #motleycrue #thecure
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On this episode we discuss how the universe gives you cats and umbrellas because we never know where they came from. We also discuss the “Big 4” rhythm sections in rock, Classic Rock’s worst mistakes, celebrities we’ve lost recently, Frankie Valli lip-syncing, and more. Plus, we play MixTape, climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk songwriter who makes us feel warm inside, and we come to terms with the fact that we are both tweens deep down inside. #frankievalli #davidwilcox
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On this episode we talk about O’Brien’s trip to see Joko in concert, rock releases set for October, the continuing drama in the band Journey, we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a poet who dominated the 70s and 80s and until recently, looked like he was perpetually 25. #journey #jacksonbrowne
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On this episode we once again discuss the “Big 4”, this time it’s songwriting teams. New music from Tears for Fears, the loss of Tito Jackson and Jane’s Addiction. We discuss the new lawsuit against Miley Cyrus. We play our favorite game “MixTape” and we climb the Wall of Tunes for the queen of slide guitar who only seems to get better with age. #songwriters #janesaddiction #bonnieraitt
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On this episode we introduce our new 90s country band, hear new music from Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains, meet our new fan and future manager of The Pines, Ilsa, discuss the Big 5 of rock guitar, play MixTape, climb the Wall of Tunes for a 90s band named after a Monty Python skit, and we debut the O’Brien & Doug’s “Homeschool Circle”. #90scountry #aliceinchains #ttws
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On this episode we discuss the top 4 prog rock bands, the Journey legal case, Fantasy football, and more. We played MixTape and climbed the Wall of Tunes. What did you expect? You should know all this by now. #progrock #philcollins #doyoureallyreadthesehashtags
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On this episode we give our take on who the top 5 hair metal bands are, and we discuss the best rock riffs. We hear new “old” music from Bryan Adams and we play MixTape. Our Wall of Tunes has us remembering one of the greatest blues guitarists there ever was. #hairmetal #bryanadams #srv
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On this episode we lament the passing of Jack Russell and Greg Kihn, and someone even closer to the family. We preview rock releases for September, hear new-old music from Foreigner, and we watch the trailer for a new hair band documentary. MixTape is on the table and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a supergroup from the late 80s that lasted two albums before they all went back to their main attractions. #jackrussell #hairband #badenglish
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On this episode we talk about what happened on this day in rock history, “The Top 50 Rocks Songs from the 90s that Don’t Suck”; we reveal our best “road trip to Vegas” songs for MixTape, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a hair band from the 80s who went through a pretty tough time but are still rocking stages, even in Rhode Island. #rockhistory, #greatwhite
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On this episode we relive the wedding of O’Brien’s second born child and drool over his honeymoon destination. We hear new music from Bryan Adams and Ted Nugent, discuss the retirement of Aerosmith, and Metallica does Neil Diamond. Ouch. We play our favorite new game, “MixTape”, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who was once known by another name, but still is largely unknown in the U.S. #wedding #aerosmith #hairband #blackstarriders
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We are back after a week off. On this episode we discuss Doug’s week away and the upcoming wedding of O’Brien’s second born child. We also hear new solo music from Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi, talk some 90s rock songs that don’t suck according to UCR, drool over the new Sammy Hagar “Best of All Worlds Tour” and we play our favorite new game, “MixTape”. We also climb the Wall of Tunes for a local rock band that has a direct connection to this podcast. #atlc #sammyhagar #rockdox
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On this episode we HAVE to discuss the National Anthem at the MLB Home Run Derby because…well, because. We talk about Slash’s new blues album, preview some new rock music releases coming up in August, find out why Sylvester Stallone wanted to burn footage of “First Blood”, read some listener mail, and we play MixTape. What was ‘last week’s question again?’ Or was it ‘this week’s question’? We climb the Wall of Tunes for a lesser known band from the 90s that certainly influenced Brian’s songwriting. #ingridandress #slash #billypilgrim
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On this episode we hear new music from Deep Purple, share record-breaking Bon Jovi news, establish a new name for our acoustic duo, discuss the top 20 greatest drummers according to AI, and we answer listener mail, which brings another reaction. Plus, we play Mix Tape and we climb the Wall of Tunes for the long-dissed album from O’Brien’s favorite band. #deeppurple #bonjovi #vanhalen
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On this episode we talk about Brian’s anniversary trip to see James Taylor in concert; we discuss a few things that happened on this date in music history. We play our new favorite game “Mixtape” and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that is named after a legendary city and were coming out of their most successful run on the charts. #jamestaylor #chicago #mixtape
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On this week’s episode we question why Taylor Swift was voted a better guitar player than Brad Paisley and others, we discuss, begrudgingly, the effect that artificial intelligence is already having on the entertainment industry. We answer some listener mail, which leads to one of our first reaction episodes. Oh and we are back to recording video promos starting this week. I’m not sure if we should say you’re welcome or not. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an album that was not held in very high esteem by fans of one of our favorite bands. #ai #defleppard
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It's our 200th episode. We visit with Chris and Chris, or Bob and Chris, or Bob and Morton! We talk a bit about the Star City Syndicate, a bit about Collective Soul and a bit about how we all got to know each other. We play Mixtape, celebrate Sir Paul's 82nd birthday by playing one of his live albums. Thanks to all for coming along for this ride with us. New promos start next week. #200
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On this episode we share Kelly Clarkson’s undeniably cool cover of Metallica, new music from Foghat, a Michael McDonald story that may or may not be in his memoir, and we discuss Ultimate Classic Rock’s list of the Top 20 Hard Rock and Metal albums from 1989. We also play our new favorite hypothetical game, “Mixtape”, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a hidden gem duo that only made one record and then split. #kellyclarkson #metallica #michaelmcdonald #eastmountainsouth #mixtape
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On this episode we discuss a possible addition to our duties here at the podcast; we find out what songs were at number one in various countries on the day we were born; we talk about the fresh sounds of the sixties, a little Michael McDonald talk…because…well, just because, we play our new favorite game “Mixtape”, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a mild-mannered artist who’s name is synonymous with the 70s singer/songwriter movement…and the man O’Brien saw in concert on his honeymoon and his last wedding anniversary! #michaelmcdonald #jamestaylor #mixtape #sixties
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On this episode we recount our trip to the coast to see John Hiatt, we react to Apple Music's 100 Best LPs, we reveal the winner of last week's Mixtape question, our answers to this week's question, and ask the question for next week. You should play along. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a contemporary blues artist and somehow stump Doug. #johnhiatt #apple #robertcray
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On this episode we talk new music releases that are due out in June, the newest song from Bon Jovi’s forthcoming album, how a band can or cannot continue with no original members, and our MMM (Michael McDonald Moment) has us discussing Michael’s new memoir a bit and how at first he resisted the term “Yacht Rock”. We play a new game called card game called “Mixtape” and we climb the Wall of Tunes for one of our favorite singer/songwriters who we are seeing live in a fairly intimate setting this very weekend. #bonjovi #michaelmcdonald #yacht rock #johnhiatt
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On this episode we talk about the new 40th Anniversary edition of Def Leppard’s “Pyromania” and how it set the stage for what was to come. We dive a little into AI, but honestly it scares us. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an album from 1982 from Darth Vader, but not really. #defleppard #AI #billyjoel
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On this episode we hear new music from Deep Purple, David Gilmour, Richie Sambora and Motley Crue; we read Ultimate Classic Rock’s list of the 50 Greatest Power Ballads in Rock History (we disagree with a lot of it) and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band of friends out of Colorado who happen to be one of our favorites. And we end with a Dad joke! Namaste! #richiesambora #deeppurple #bigheadtodd
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On this episode we visit with our old friend “Wildman” and reminisce about the old days while celebrating the life of another friend. Oh, and we discuss the new Bon Jovi documentary. RIP Phil!
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On this episode we talk about who is actually is on the list of Rock Hall of Fame nominees, new releases for the month of May, a new song from Motley Crue since parting ways with Mick Mars, and the song Jon Bon Jovi would sing if he knew it was his last…all according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an album that ended a band in its most classic form….aaaand we contemplate a new band name. #rockhall #motleycrue #bonjovi #journey
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On this episode we discuss the list of artists who are NOT yet in the Rock Hall, and it’s long. We also hear new music from the offspring….of the Beatles, and more from Slash’s upcoming solo blues album. We climb the Wall of Tunes with a twist…the musical score from a motion picture. See if you can guess which one before Doug does. For our (MMM) Michael McDonald Moment, O’Brien enters a sweepstakes for his upcoming memoir. #rockhall #beatles #slash #michaelmcdonald #forrestgump
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On this episode we discuss everything BUT the solar eclipse. Actually, we say a thing or two about it. Sorry for that. Seriously though, it’s our 4 year anniversary!! We talk about a slew of new “Farewell” tours….plus some bands who have changed their mind$ and are coming back for ONE LAST hurrah! We wax nostalgic about the beginnings of the podcast and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a pop artist from the 80s who married up. #solareclipse #richardmarx #daisyfuentes
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On this episode we discuss our first Skinny Elvis gig, the Solar Eclipse, the 50 Most Misunderstood Songs in Rock, and more. We check out some newly acquired rock tunes in the collection and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a guitar virtuoso who once played the Devil. #skinnyelvis #solareclipse #stevevai
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On today’s episode we talk about what O’Brien thinks was a message from up above, or at least from Ben the phantom IT guy; we share a new single from the upcoming Bacon Brothers album, discuss some other new releases expected in the month of April, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a singing angel who hails from Maine. #baconbrothers #pattygriffin #benthephantomITguy
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On today’s episode we discuss the death of the legendary Eric Carmen, the new song from Sheryl Crow and Peter Gabriel, and the new tour featuring the reunion of the Doobie Brothers and Michael McDonald. Our MMM includes a rare track from one of his former gigs, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who gained their greatest fame from a movie, but were an excellent pop/rock hitmaker. #ericcarmen #doobie #michaelmcdonald #survivor
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On today’s episode we take a trip back to the 80s to enjoy our favorite TV theme songs. We also discuss Def Leppard’s 40th Anniversary of "Pyromania" and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a woman who goes by one syllable but is multi-talented. #80s #tvthemes #defleppard #cher
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On today’s episode we discuss O’Brien’s recent acquisitions from Bull Moose Music, which leads to a discussion about the life of a musician, which leads to a discussion about the pitfalls of being a musician, which leads to depression, which then changes course again…like it always does. We play a teaser of Rick Beato’s interview with Michael McDonald and discover that MM and O’Brien share an affinity for HOKAs. We climb the Wall of Tunes for one of the greatest guitar players and artists the world of country music will ever know. #bullmoose #boston #rtz #journey #thestorm #michaelmcdonald #rickbeato #hoka #bradpaisley
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On today’s episode we discuss what may have been keeping Alex Van Halen so busy lately, the return of the illustrious missing MACA Hofner bass guitar, and new rock releases coming in March. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s rock stalwart and their first foray onto American airwaves. #Vanhalen #McCartney #DefLeppard
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On today’s episode we discuss the late Toby Keith, the new nominees for the Rock and Joke Hall of Fame, although at least one artist should be a shoe-in by now, Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal issue and we kind of give him a pass, and outrageous tour rider requests (brown m&m’s anyone?). We climb the Wall of Tunes for an often overlooked album from one of the biggest bands in the 80s. #rhof #jbj #whitesnake
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On today’s episode we discuss travel basketball; this year’s Grammy Awards, briefly, because no one cares. We go a bit more in depth on the new songs from both Billy Joel and Bon Jovi. We mention the new album Mrs. Kelce, our first Skinny Elvis gig, and lots more. We also have plans for Valentine’s Day. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a 90s folk/pop artists we have covered before, because she’s that good. #grammy #bonjovi #taylorswift #shawncolvin #onlyfans
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On today’s episode we discuss this year’s Superbowl matchup, some upcoming albums by a couple big name artists, a movie that did NOT need remaking, the top 50 “Yacht Rock” songs according to Ultimate Classic Rock, this week’s MMM (Michael McDonald Moment), and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a sleepy album from a legendary artist. #yachtrock #ericclapton #superbowl
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On today’s episode we discuss the success of our Star City Syndicate fundraiser, a couple of rock bands bidding farewell, a new songs from the Piano Man, and the 30 most depressing country songs ever, according to TasteofCountry.com (hint: there’s a difference between depressing and sad….and Dolly Parton wins). We climb the Wall of Tunes for an artist we’ve apparently done before but we still get goosebumps. #billyjoel #country #robertpalmer
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On today’s episode we discuss Cousin Larry visiting Red Sox Fantasy camp, Guitar World’s list of Greatest Guitarists, and more. Sure, we throw a bunch of rock stories in there for good measure, like what happened to Geddy Lee after Neil Peart’s death. We go on a bunch of other tangents too, including one about Jimmy Stewart. Plus, we listen to the new song from Sheryl Crow, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a soulful artist who sold millions of records, after her death. #guitarworld #EvaCassidy #sherylcrow
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Happy 2024! On today’s episode we discuss what we did for New Year’s Eve and what we may be doing next year. We also discuss the new ‘voice’ of the O’Brien & Doug Podcast (you’ll have to listen to find out). We hear about the O’Brien family’s holiday card that never happened, and his latest acquisitions from our friends at KMH Music. On top of that, we dig into UCR’s list of terrible rock cover songs. Our MMM has us thinking doobies and we climb the Wall of Tunes for one of O’Brien’s favorites. I mean, he may or may not have named one of his kids after him. #2024 #CousinLarry #coversongs #michaelmcdonald #judecole
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On this episode we discuss Geddy Lee being fired from Rush, and the right and wrong way to part ways in a band, rock’s nastiest onstage fights according to UCR, and we listen to the new song from Mick Mars. Our MMM (Michael McDonald Moment) might be one of the single greatest songs ever written for a movie. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a retro-style artist from the 80s who happens to be part of one of the sexiest music videos ever made. #rush #mickmars #michaelmcdonald #chrisisaak
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On this episode we discuss O’Brien’s day job, Geddy Lee’s lost demo, rock’s misheard lyrics, our MMM featuring James Ingram, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band out of the 80s that we learned are defined as “synth-pop”. #geddylee #michaelmcdonald #duranduran
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On this episode we discuss the theory of dying in threes, KISS becoming a “virtual” band and what that means for rock and roll, Rock’s 30 greatest trios, and the 50 most covered songs of all time, both according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We bring you the next installment of our “Michael McDonald Moment” (Mmm), and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a female folk/rock duo that features O’Brien’s favorite song of all time. #KISS #trios #michaelmcdonald #indigogirls
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On this episode we talk about some interesting Metal music facts you may not know, plus some of rock's biggest conspiracy theories according to UCR. We gush over our new musical side project "Skinny Elvis" and Hall & Oates eating each other for breakfast, and we have our Michael McDonald Moment of the Week (shared on our FB page). We climb the Wall of Tunes for a Canadian Blues Rock trio. #conspiracy #skinnyelvis #jeffhealey
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On this episode we discuss our latest project, Skinny Elvis, we talk about Sammy Hagar’s 2023 tour with Satriani and the top 10 weirdest Van Halen song according to UCR, the possibility of Geddy and Alex reuniting as Rush, we finish our last Beck Feiner book, who’s letter of the day was Z. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that we both fangirl over, originally from the 90s, who run the gamut from straight up rock, to blues, folk and soul music. #vanhalen #sammyhagar #rush #bigheadtodd
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Not only was it the birthday of O’Brien’s middle child, it was new music Tuesday. On this episode we discuss the new “final” Beatles song, new music from former Motley Crue guitarist Mick Mars, the latest new song from Guns N’ Roses, and we discuss a couple albums from the past that were released on this date (Nov 7). We climb the Wall of Tunes for a rock band that spent a lot of the 80s “motorin’”. The letter of the day is Y. #beatles #gnr #clapton #ozzy #nightranger #yngwie
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On this episode we talk about Mike Portnoy rejoining Dream Theater, Dokken’s latest release, paranormal experiences of rockstars, UCR’s Top 30 Glam Metal albums, and more. But most importantly, we finally get around to discussing Rolling Stone magazine’s joke of a list of the 250 Greatest Guitarists of All Time. It really is painful to read. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a band named after a fairytale who Doug thinks released one of, if not THE best album of 1988. Plus, the letter of the day is X. Oh, and Doug reads “The Raven” by Poe. #dreamtheater #rollingstone #cinderella #papasmurf
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On this episode we discuss O’Brien’s brand new handmade guitar pedalboard, we hear new or unreleased music from the late Tom Petty as well as Diamond David Lee Roth, we talk about Ultimate Classic Rock’s list of the worst classic rock songs (and there are some doozies), we climb the Wall of Tunes for who we might call the artist of the 80s (aside from MJ), and the letter of the day is W. Oh, drugs are bad! #classicrock #philcollins
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On this episode we discuss O'Brien's new wheels, unlucky rock bands, new music from Judas Priest and Europe, plus commercial campaign's from 80s rock bands. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a 70s rock group who rode through the 80s with bustiers and Aqua Net, and the letter of the day is V. #judaspriest #europe #heart
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On this episode we discuss O’Brien’s whirlwind weekend for his son’s engagement party and his potential new wheels, the new Van Halen collection, Rock’s best “screams” according to UCR, the Power Trip festival, aging rockstars, why Roger Waters is the way he is, and more. Plus, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a 90s “grunge” band and the letter of the day is U. #scream #powertrip #rogerwaters #stp
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On this episode Doug recounts his adventure with Henry Rollins, we discuss 10 'glam' albums that came out after Nirvana that don't suck (thank you UCR), we have our first Michael McDonald Mmmmmoment, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a Canadian pop-rocker who went soft, then hard, then soft again (insert joke here). The letter of the day is T. #henryrollins #bryanadams #tool
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On this episode....well! Have you ever seen the third Matrix movie? It's less confusing than this episode. What else can we say but....Snoop Dog and Michael McDonald? They aren't our guests, we just like the idea of them together. Yeah, we got nothing else! I mean we talk about a lot, but we don't really go anywhere. Doesn't that make you want to listen? We climb the Wall of Tunes for a bluesy band from Texas who lasted 3 full albums. The letter of the day is S. #snoop #michaelmcdonaldmoment
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On this episode...it would have been NEIL PEART'S 70th birthday! Doug shares. We also talk about some new releases coming in October, a missed opportunity for a sequel to Strange Brew. Plus, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a singer/songwriter from the 70s who inspired an 80s horror flick. The letter of the day is R. #neilpeart #strangebrew #hoser
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On this episode we mourn the passing of Jimmy Buffett and Gary Wright, ask 'Where are They Now' with Baton Rouge and The Electric Boys, sample the new song from Peter Gabriel and TRY to sample the new songs from the Rolling Stones. We start to discuss Jason Bourne until Doug turns it into the "John Wick episode". We climb the Wall of Tunes for a wholly underrated Scottish band and the letter of the day is Q. #dontgetangry #rollingstones #queensryche #johnwick #jasonbourne
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On this episode we discuss using other songs within new songs as tribute vs cashing in, the death of Whitesnake original Bernie Marsden, the new album from Rick Springfield, Billboard's Top 50 Rock Singers (is a joke), and a brief "Where are they now?" We also climb the Wall of Tunes for a southern band from Florida named after a pistol that doesn't get the credit they deserve. The letter of the day is P. #whitesnake #billboard #38Special
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On this episode we discuss the best song ever! We also hear the new one from Guns' N' Roses. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a guitar teacher from the 80s and the letter of the day is O. #satch #gnr
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On this episode we discuss the death of Robbie Robertson and ponder who the younger generation might consider a music legend. We also go really, really off course. We talk new music from Dokken, Alice Cooper and more. We climb the Wall of Tunes for pop royalty and the letter of the day is N. #newmusic #michaeljackson
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On this episode we recap O'Brien's vacation, new vehicle, this year's ATLC, The Beach Boys, the death of Pee Wee Herman, the new Mammoth WVH album, the new Nita Strauss album, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a blues rock supergroup from 1969 who only put out one album. #vacation #atlc #mammoth #blindfaith
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On this episode we discuss O'Brien's upcoming family vacation, the songs you should not request and several artists who refuse to sing their biggest hits live. We also climb the Wall of Tunes for a legendary artist we lost not long ago and one of the albums that was seemingly lost in the shuffle. #vacation #tompetty
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On this episode, we recap the last Star City Syndicate show, discuss and play a number of unreleased Van Halen demos, climb the Wall of Tunes for a country legend and the letter of the day is K. #vanhalen #merlehaggard
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On this episode, we reminisce about the glory days of 80s radio, recap our last Star City Syndicate show and preview the next one, talk about the movie "Sound of Freedom", ponder whether YouTube reaction videos are sincere, heritage artists who are retiring and some who never will, Doug's "History in a Nutshell" segment, we climb the Wall of Tunes for an artist from the 60s/70s who's music will live forever as long as there is a Boston Red Sox team....and the letter of the day is J. #80s #reactions #neildiamond
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On this episode we discuss the Greatest American Classic Rock bands of the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We also recount last weekend's gig, listen to new music from Fall Out Boy and Peter Gabriel, a recap of the James Taylor concert; we climb the Wall of Tunes for an underrated, supremely talented 90s rock band, remember SRV, find out that Mr. Big's guitarist Paul Gilbert could sing all along, and the letter of the day is i. #srv #sisterhazel #paulgilbert
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On this episode we discuss Uncle Dudley, the mid 80s Ford Pickup O'Brien is driving until he gets a new vehicle; concerts we are, or want to attend this summer; our Star City Syndicate show from last weekend; O'Brien's "new to him" blues vinyl from KMH Music; possibly relocating the Fun Dungeon; new music from Paul Rodgers and possibly Motley Crue; we discover the music of Helloween; History in a Nutshell with Doug; we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band from the 90s whose name is the root of all music, and the letter of the day is H. #helloween #tonic
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On this episode we discuss our up close conversation with Bullwinkle that didn't end well for him. We also talk about O'Brien's bride and her run in with Yogi. We debut some new music from Steve Lukather of Toto, Dolly Parton, and Rick Springfield. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a multi-generational Pop/Rock artist who's 80s/90s output is wholly underrated, and the letter of the day is G. #stevelukather #rodstewart
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On this episode Doug recounts his run -in with two baby raccoons, we talk about the last Syndicate show and how Siri led O'Brien to banjo country, we hear some audio from the new Extreme album "Six" as well as new music that's expected in July. We also talk about some rockstar's real names. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a former teen blues guitar prodigy who is still going strong today and the letter of the day is F. #extreme #siri #kennywayneshepherd
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On this episode we discuss American Ninja Warrior, how shows and movies from our youth don't always hold up today, Doug's new rock album acquisitions, songs that remind of us summer, the 35th anniversary of OU812, we climb the Wall of Tunes for an often misunderstood artist from the 70s, and more. The letter of the day is E. #ninja #lastinline #OU812 #PeterGabriel
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On this episode we discuss the price of Taylor Swift tickets and concert tickets in general, hotel stays, O'Brien's almost 2 hours in a record store and his recent acquisitions, Prince's contribution to a Stevie Nicks song, Foo Fighters new drummer, June record releases, Doug opens O'Brien's mail, we climb the Wall of Tunes for the singer/songwriter's singer/songwriter, and the letter of the day is D. #tswift #foofighters #jamestaylor
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On this episode we discuss Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp, why Carmine and Vinny Appice both pronounce their last name differently, listen to music by Duff McKagen, The Pretenders and rock and roll from Dolly Parton. Plus, the 10 heaviest Rush songs according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an act out of Boston who didn't go very far to name their band, and the letter of the day is C.
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On this episode....it's Doug's birthday! We also discuss the new album from Winger, the RHOF class of 2023, the new song from Wolfgang Van Halen, a potential new Common Crossing album, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk-rock-soul-country band comprised of an actor and his brother (there is a reference to "Deliverance"), and the letter of the day is B. #winger #mammoth #baconbros
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On this episode we discuss how the Bruins suck, the decline of rock journalism, songs fans hate by their favorite artists, bands that are named after one of their songs; how music, feel and perspective can affect a song. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a really tired band from the late 80s/early 90s who have been Up All Night. Plus, AI is the devil. The letter of the day is A. #bruins #slaughter #ai
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On this episode we discuss the last episode. Hngrrk! We also talk new music from Def Leppard (Sorta), John Mellencamp, and two new singles from Extreme. Then we put Metallica albums in order from worst to best with a little help from Ultimate Classic Rock. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a pop band from the 80s that we're sure you're still singing along with, and the letter of the day is Z. Oh, and Doug made a sound. #Metallica #Extreme
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On this episode we talk about the new album from Metallica, and listed some other albums expected in the month of May, where O'Brien was when Diamond Dave was busted for buying $5 worth of pot, bands whose members dated each other, our new POP UP marketing campaign, our "voice odor" career, new vinyl of the Turtles and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a legend of R&B and Pop who is now a judge on an American talent show. The letter of the day is "Y."
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On this episode we discuss the upcoming release from 80s rockers Winger, we pick our MVP's and "Weakest Links" from a series of bands, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a satirical pop artist who has a penchant for film scores and the letter of the day is "X".
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On this episode, we discuss Pale Blue rechargeable batteries, how stupid the current approach to electric vehicles are, O'Brien's second choral concert, the new song from Metallica, Revolution Saints, the pool tables in Michael Jackson's "Beat It" video, and we climb he Wall of Tunes for an underrated pop/rock genius from the 80s and 90s. The letter of the day is "W".
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On this episode, we preview a new song from Mammoth WVH, the upcoming DIO tribute album from Paul Gilbert, Michael Anthony's latest project, and a few more rock and roll tangents. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a hard rock band from the 80s that will be fighting for you in your dreams. Seriously, they scare Freddy Krueger. The letter of the day is V. #mammoth #dokken
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On this episode we discuss (via Zoom due to sickness in the house) Mrs. O'Brien's cake day, new vinyl acquisition from KMH Music, Metallica's genius business move, the lack of a tribute to EVH, Our St. Paddy's Day Gig, Songs you didn't know were about actual people. Plus, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a pop songstress from the mid-90s who's still going strong. And the letter of the day is U.
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On this episode we discuss a few of the sudden losses to the rock and roll community, the new album and song from Extreme and Metallica, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a blues rock icon with a husky voice and a penchant for blues harp. The letter of the day is T. And did you know that Muscle Shoals has got the Swampers? #extreme #metallica #delbertmclinton #theswampers
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On this episode we relive our friend Josh's wedding, talk about loose bison in northern Maine, Bull Moose Music, when official bands become tribute bands, Brad Paisley's new song, and we dig into the "Rack" of Tunes for a 80s country stalwart. Plus, the letter of the day is "S." #joko #bullmoose #bradpaisley #rodneycrowell
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On this episode we discuss our guitar player Joko's upcoming wedding, high school basketball tournament, 15 musicians that bands would like us to forget, new vinyl, O'Brien's new guitar, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a metal band from the 80s. Plus, the letter of the day is R. #joko #basketball #whitelion
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On this Valentine's Day episode we discuss Ultimate Classic Rock's top 10 "Anti" Love Songs, plus soft rock songs that actually have a cruel slant to them. We can't wait for Richie Sambora and Jon Bon Jovi to reunite, we climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s trailblazer who finally made it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and the letter of the day is Q. #Valentines #love #bonjovi #patbenatar
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On this podcast we don't mention Eddie Trunk. Well, we try not to...but we don't succeed. We do discuss the Grammys, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees for 2023, the new album from The Winery Dogs and the upcoming release from Mike Tramp of White Lion, plus, we climb Wall of Tunes for a pop rock band from the 80s who went back to the future and the letter of the day is P. #rrhf #winerydogs #hueylewisandthenews #eddietrunk
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On this episode we talk about the whirlwind Grade 3 Girls basketball tournament weekend, the 137 artists who are NOT in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, how Jake Owen is NOT a country legend, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a namesake band from the 70s who came back in the 90s. And the letter of day is O. #rrhf #santana
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On this episode we hear more new music from Metallica, also Last in Line and Trev Lukather. We talk about secret guest appearances on classic songs, climb the Wall of Tunes for one of our favorite bands who happen to be from Colorado, and the letter of the day is N. #metallica #bhtm #willienelson
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On this episode we talk about the new "re-imagined" project from U2, the most hated albums or songs (according to UCR), we climb the Wall of Tunes for the second version of a classic band that we may have talked about before (but, oh well), and the letter of the day is M. #U2 #BadCompany
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On this episode we discuss our very successful weekend fundraiser, we listen to the new track from Peter Gabriel, a couple of Beatles tidbits, Mr. Big reuniting, the Foo Fighters going on tour, and we had a stroke of brilliance about the next step for O'Brien & Doug. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s rock juggernaut and the letter of the day is L. #beatles #foofighters #bonjovi
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On this episode we recap our holiday break, we discuss drummers who are actually great singers, reaction videos on YouTube, rock albums we can expect in 2023, we climb the Wall of Tunes for an underrated jangley rock band from the 90s, and the letter of the day is K. #singingdrummers #ginblossoms
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On this episode we discuss some of our favorite rock and roll Christmas songs and some that we've never heard before, including our new favorite "Santa Claus Needs Some Loving", we call to check in and wish Merry Christmas to Doug's mom, talk about the legacy of Camper's Paradise, climb the Wall of Tunes for everyone's favorite island hopping rock star, and the letter of the day is J. Oh and there's a special Christmas treat near the end. We will see you in 2023. #christmas #albertking #jimmybuffett #avisitfromStNick
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On this episode we discuss how Christmas is annoying, listening to music to go to sleep, Megadeth's bonus track with the Redrocker and how "Mechanix" is "Four Horsemen", melodic rock and roll and who's carrying the torch, an unearthed Quiet Riot song featuring the late Kevin Dubrow, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a soap star from the 80s. Oh and the letter of the day is "I". #megadeth #quietriot #rickspringfield
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On this episode we plug our Toys for Tots campaign, we acknowledge the passing of Kirstie Alley and Fleetwood Mac's Christie McVie, we lament the raise in concert ticket prices, and we discuss the Top 30 Rock Songs of 2022. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who recently lost a key member and the letter of the day is "H". #fleetwoodmac #toysfortots
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On this episode we introduce our Toys for Tots fundraiser (found at the link below), we talk about the upcoming new album from Metallica and preview the first single. We also discuss the original titles for some classic albums and we climb the Wall of Tunes for the former lead singer of the psychedelic metal band Attila. And the letter of the day is G. #toysfortots #metallica #billyjoel
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On this episode, we talk about the 20 best "comeback" albums according to Ultimateclassicrock.com. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an "X-ceptional" band from the 80s and the letter of the day is 'F'. #comeback #INXS
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On this episode we finish the Top 40 debut albums, we discuss the top 20 songs only found on Greatest Hits packages, we learn you should always check the contents of things you buy at Bull Moose, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band out of Chicago named after a river in Hell, and the letter of the day is "E". #ultimateclassicrock #bullmoose #styx
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On this episode we remember our old friend Matty on the 10th anniversary of his passing, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees for 2022, numbers 20-11 of the top 40 debut rock albums, Metallica's Megaforce tribute, Dokken's best album that they didn't care for, plus, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a funk metal band out of Boston that do quite well on acoustics too, thank you very much. Oh, and the letter of the day is D. #livinthedream #rrhf #metallica #dokken #extreme
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On this episode we recap our full weekends and tease new music from our band. We talk about the fact that this is podcast is now a "secret" that may be broadcast worldwide on short wave radio. We also dive into an unreleased track from the Beach Boys, the new song from Kings of Chaos, the reason George Lynch returned to his "Lynch Mob" moniker....all stories thanks to Ultimate Classic Rock.com. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk singer with a knack for melancholy but a penchant for uplifting songs about life. And the letter of the day is "C". #beachboys #lynchmob #davidwilcox #secret
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On this episode we recap our weekends, which include watching a classic movie and finding out what a "Katy" is, play cuts from the new Stryper album, O'Brien's kid's weekend project, the next 10 entries into the "Greatest Debut Albums of All Time", and whether Rush was better in the 70s or 80s. We also read the letter "B" in the new Beck Feiner books, and climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s pop band that Doug remembers but can't remember. #bluesbrothers #debut #hornsby
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On this episode we warn about the new crocodile movie, we hail the marketing genius of Garth Brooks, we discuss 10 entries of the 40 greatest debut albums of all time, plus we have new alphabet books and the letter of the week is "A". We climb the Wall of Tunes for a rock and roll deity. #garth #lylelyle #clapton
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On this episode we talk about what we did on our time away from the podcast, we discuss Paul McCartney's ideal super group, we preview the new album from Sammy Hagar & the Circle, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a "Lil Ol Band from Texas". #mccartney #zztop
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On this Season 6 finale, the finale to end all seasons, we talk about our weekend gigs and not-so-gigs, we learn about a new band that Doug discovered, we listen to some tribute songs, we finish the alphabet books and the letters of the day were Y and Z, we answer a listener's question about the next Common Crossing album, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for an alternative rock band who started a movement. #season6 #nomoreseasons #backwordz #taylorhawkins #evh #nirvana
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One more to go until the Season 6 Finale! On this episode we preview some new releases from veteran artists, we discuss artists who left the business at the top of their game, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a soul artist from the 70s and early 80s who left an indelible impression, and the letters of the day are W and X. Oh, and the 6 million dollar man makes an appearance. #billwithers #bionic
On this episode we clear the air. We did NOT kill the Queen! We discuss the offspring of current rock stars who are blazing their own musical path, forthcoming album reissues, Fantasy football, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a pop rock band from the 90s. Yes, it is HOOTIE! #Queen #reissues #Fantasyfootball #hootie
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On this episode we decide to start a new way to catalog. Plus, we discuss the first installment of the Taylor Hawkins Tribute concert, the top "misheard" lyrics, climb the Wall of Tunes for a band out of the 70s who have played on more records than anyone, basically, and the letter of the day is U. #taylorhawkins #toto #misheardlyrics
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On this episode we recap a great weekend of local music, we discuss cover songs that we think are better than the originals, replacement singers, climbed the Wall of Tunes for a band with two distinct identities, and we end with some words of wisdom from the late Neil Peart. Oh, and the letter of the day is "T."
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On this episode we say goodbye to O'Brien's oldest boy as he heads back to college. We also reminisce about last weekend, preview our plans for this weekend, talk about the new single from Sammy Hagar & the Circle and our love of Elvis Costello. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an Americana staple who knows how to write an amazing song...and the letter of the day is S. #sammyhagar #thecircle #elviscostello #metallica #slash
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On this episode we discuss our guitar player playing the Grand Ole Opry, the new Elvis movie with Tom Hanks, the death of some music legends, we review the new albums from Generation Radio and Wade Bowen, plus the new Journey. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who's been active for over 50 years. #opry #elvis #wadebowen #chicago
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On this episode, the boys discuss the 50 highest grossing music artists of the past 40 years, why we don't play weddings, Kenny G's bass player, SiriusXM, Michael McDonald, climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who got their name from being an outsider wherever they traveled throughout the world, and the letter of the day is Q. We also wonder out loud why anyone would listen to this podcast. #michaelmcdonald #foreigner #money
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On this episode, we recap what we missed the past two weeks, including Doug's counseling gig at ATLC, officiating a wedding, O'Brien's new job, and the last Star City Syndicate show. We also talk about how we've been missing a bunch of new music that has been released because record labels haven't really been promoting them. Or we've been living under a rock. We talk about the latest album from Bryan Adams and we climb the Wall of Tunes for the most successful pop duo of all time. Join us, won't you? #atlc #bryanadams #hallandoates
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On this episode, we recap an awesome weekend of live and local music. We also discuss how David Crosby is a jerk, Nita Strauss is playing with Demi Lovato, Chicago's latest album plus the new one from Generation Radio. Then we talk about all of the leading men who turned down Die Hard before they settled on Bruce Willis. We climb the Wall of Tunes for the Toxic Twins and the other bad boys from Boston. #crosby #strauss #chicago #generationradio #aerosmith
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On this episode we reveal too much information about a guitar pedalboard, we discuss O'Brien's new fascination with Stranger Things, and Doug ponders what it would be like if Randy Rhoads had lived. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a contemporary folk artist who's wearing the same corduroy shirt and the letter of the day is N. #strangerthings #randyrhoads #evh #petermulvey
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On this episode we talk about why we took a break last week (O'Brien's 25th Wedding Anniversary) and all that went with it, the start of the Star City Syndicate Summer Tour, the latest music news involving Kate Bush and Stranger Things, Journey's new song, a dance version of a KISS song, the late Terry Kath of Chicago and more. We climb the Wall of Tunes to talk about an artist who did not make a sex tape with Tommy Lee. The letter of day is M. MARK! #anniversary #katebush #strangerthings #Journey #KISS
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On this episode we review the debut album from "Iconic", a band comprised of members of Whitesnake, Stryper, and Inglorious...on the Frontiers Records label. We also hook up with our buddy Bob to talk about his surprise weekend visit and our TopGun: Maverick experience (There may be a few spoilers). The letter of the day is "L" and we climb the Wall of Tunes for an amazing musician and songwriter who also lasts a really long time in the bedroom, so we've been told. #iconic #topgun #maverick #sting
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On this episode, we discuss a hectic deck-building weekend, 8th grade graduation, some new vinyl from KMH Music, Doug's new idea for a band called Hollywood Undead; we read some headlines from Ultimate Classic Rock, including one about our man-crush Michael McDonald, and a guitar virtuoso that we miss very much. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a great modern rock band that has Doug stumped. #michaelmcdonald #vitobratta #shinedown
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On this episode we go down the rabbit hole of unsung artists. We shine a light on a few from our youth who are still going today but slightly under the radar. They need a bigger audience. We also talk about garage sales, sleepaway camp, and climb the retaining Wall of Tunes for a Texas Country artists that also needs a bigger audience. Oh, and we send congrats out to our boy JoKo on his recent engagement. Boy, do we have plans for the wedding. #toddsnider #wadebowen
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On this episode, we visit one of our sponsors, KMH Music in Presque Isle, and its owner (and our member of our band) Chris Morton. We are fresh off a Star City Syndicate rehearsal and decided to keep the mics on and record the podcast. We discuss the history of the store and some tidbits about the Syndicate...then we pivot to the new Def Leppard album release, and we dig into the shelf of vinyl for a band who has probably made more money from TV placement then anything else, among other things. #kmhmusic #defleppard #vinyl
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On this episode, which is remote due to sickness near the Fun Dungeon, O'Brien recounts his trip to the coast, the new Def Leppard single "Fire It Up", the 50 Most Annoying Songs are discussed as well as the weekly trip up the Wall of Tunes where we talk about a young blues artist from the 90s. #Portland #DefLeppard #JonnyLang
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Happy 22nd birthday "Number One." On this episode we talk about the soft opening of the Star City Syndicate summer performance season, the father/daughter dance, O'Brien sleeping on the basement floor, we share and discuss new music from Def Leppard and Journey, with not so many thumbs up, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a hedonistic 80s quartet. #gigglehandle #defleppard #journey #crue
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DOUG TURNED 50!!! Happy birthday brutha man! This was a fun one. On this episode we give Doug his present, discuss our doctor's visits, congratulate Pat Benatar and Judas Priest for finally getting into the rrhf, O'Brien's son's college rock and roll class, review the new Black Swan record, climb the Wall of Tunes for a pirate who never ages, and the letter of the day is G. #dougsbirthday #blackswan #rockandroll #herpes
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It’s the first episode of our 6th season and the 101st episode overall. We changed the studio around, remixed the music beds and a couple of other things. Other than that, it’s the same old schtick you’ve come to love. On this episode we talk about Doug’s encounter with the lead singer of Stryper, our potential “New” new band and we review the new album from RHCP and Scorpions. We talk about O’Brien’s dumba$$ discussion with his youngest. Plus, we climb the Wall of Tunes for a classic rock stalwart that you know you probably smoked something while listening to. #stryper #rchp #scorpions #pinkfloyd #dumba$$
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We made it! This is the 100th overall episode of the O'Brien & Doug Podcast. We couldn't think of a better way to mark the occasion and end Season 5 than with our buddy Bob. Once again, he gives us a quiz...this time it has to do with song lyrics. We also talk Van Halen, Rush, The letter of the day, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a pop rock icon who has virtually disappeared from the public eye, for good reason. There will be no podcast next week as we regroup for Season 6. #100episodes #VanHalen #WallofTunes #ObrienandDoug #tinaturner
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Okay so the numbers may not jive, but whatever. We believe this is our 99th podcast episode, meaning there's only one more until the end of the season. We spend this one chatting with our band Common Crossing and finding out what's new with our bass player in Southern Maine and our guitar player in Nashville. We reminisce, we promote, we plan, we have a jolly ol' time. Plus, we climb the Wall of Tunes for the person carrying the torch for modern blues. #commoncrossing #bonamassa #whatevel
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On this episode, we talked about horsies. Really big ones. Also, we discuss some upcoming shows for our band, legendary bands who have never had a #1 song (some may surprise you), and we raid the "Cabinet of Tunes" to find a secret band featuring Sammy Hagar, all brought to you by the letter "C". #horsies #sammyhagar #hsas
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On this episode we discuss Will Smith gettin' jiggy with Chris Rock, the tragic death of Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters, O'Brien's new collectible CD purchase, why Doug is so ticked off at the band Black Swan; we talk about the letter of the day, which is "B", and we spend a bunch of time on one of our favorite bands, Stryper. We are counting down to our 100th podcast episode in a few weeks. We hope you enjoy this podcast as much as we do making it. #willsmith #chrisrock #hsas #blackswan #stryper #michaelsweet
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On this episode we finally wish you a happy St. Paddy's Day a week late! We take a deep dive into some of the many amazing song mashups available online, find out that Ozzy Osbourne is a real-life mutant, read from our new children's books, Guitar Legends Alphabet and Drum Legends Alphabet. The letter of the day is "A". And we climb the Wall of Tunes for an elemental R&B band out of the 70s. #mashups #ozzy #ewf
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On this episode (believe it or not, we get so passionate about what we're talking about that we don't mention St. Patrick's Day once. Not even once). We discuss the new Batman movie, contemplate keeping Daylight Savings Time forever, Dolly Parton bowing out of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and the resurgence of CDs. We then take a deep dive down the rabbit hole that is 90s R&B. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a member of one of the original boy bands from the 60s. #Batman #Dolly #RRHF #90s #Maca
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On this episode we investigate the term "Round Robin," only because we want to know....we discuss the greatest Rock and Roll reunions/comebacks (even if some never went away)...and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a 90s country band who got their big break on Star Search in the 80s. #basketball #rockreunions #sawyerbrown
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On this episode we talk about what happen on this day in music history and...elaborate, plus we discuss some of the happenings this week in the music world, including some new rock releases that we're excited about. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a band with a history of drama, but an amazing pedigree and a long list of hits. #rockhistory #fleetwoodmac
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On this episode we do a poor job of dissecting a rock classic. We also give an update on the status of the "Fan Vote" for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and consider petitioning a name change....and we climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s rock stalwart who broke wide open with a cover song. #hotelcalifornia #eagles #rockhall #greatwhite
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On this episode we share our thoughts about this year's Superbowl, including the halftime show; we talk about the "Son of O'Brien" traveling basketball tournament....a weekend getaway in which new music was acquired; O'Brien's songwriting class and the possibility of establishing the "O'Brien & Doug Music Foundation" for kids. We also talk about an underrated writer and artist from the 70s who was good buds with John Lennon. #superbowl #harrynilsson
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On this episode we celebrate, lament and wallow in the confusion that is the 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees. We also chat with our friend Ryan Cyr, an accomplished musician who just may be O'Brien's twin...metaphysically speaking anyway. Plus, we climb the Wall of Tunes to spotlight a band from the 90s whose song dominated pop radio. #rockhall2022 #ryancyr #loslonelyboys
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On this episode we discuss what a monumental NFL Playoff season 2022 has given us, the retirement of the G.O.A.T (Tom Brady), the resurgence of vinyl albums, and more. Plus we dig out another rare original song from 1995 and it's a special edition of the Wall of Tunes as we talk a little about the now defunct Maine band Giraffe Attack and play an amazing tune called "Nation", written by Ryan Cyr. #nfl #brady #vinyl #giraffeattack
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On this episode we reflect on the 12 year old's birthday shenanigans, discuss, at length, the most overrated AND underrated rock guitar players, play another rare, early original song via cassette tape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a staple of rock and roll for almost 50 years. #happybirthdayFinn #guitarplayer #acdc
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On this episode we talk about how O'Brien's wife hides goodies in the basement, we discuss some famous songs that were strikingly similar to other songs, we share another old original song we found on cassette, and climb the Wall of Tune for a "consistent" pop rock band from the 90s. #ripoffs #collectivesoul
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On this episode we crown a new winner in our NFL Fantasy League, discuss how rad the new Ghostbusters movie was, and we take a podcast listener suggestion and talk about the greatest female rock drummers, guitarists, and lead singers. We share a fun Common Crossing song of the week about how nice guys finish last, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a Heartland rocker who was Americana before Americana was a thing. #NFLFantasy #RIPJohnMadden #femalerockers @mellencamp
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On this first episode of 2022 we talk about heritage artists selling the rights to their song catalogs and cashing in late in life. We've discussed it before but we go a bit more in depth with a few of the latest additions to the list. We found an old cassette of some never-before-heard original songs and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a relatively unknown artist in the grand scheme of things, but he's very well known in the contemporary folk arena. #2022 #happynewyear #cliffeberhardt
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On this, our final episode of 2021, we discuss what happened over Christmas, we tackle widely known band breakups, we play an original song that may have started it all, climb the Wall of Tunes for a 90s band that neither of us like very much, and bury this year in the dirt and look to 2022 with a "stern gaze and folded arms". #christmas #NYE #bandbreakups #commoncrossing #countingcrows
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This episode is pretty self-explained....it's a jam session. O'Brien & Doug gathered in the Fun Dungeon and played some Common Crossing songs as well as a few covers, all while broadcasting the recording session live on Facebook and Instagram. Merry Christmas everyone. Stay safe and stay salty! #Christmas #jamsession #commoncrossing
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On this episode we reflect on O'Brien's birthday, discuss what we are currently listening in the way of "new" music, and expound on our 5 favorite country and blues artists. We are out of recorded Common Crossing songs so there isn't any original music on this podcast, but we climb Wall of Tunes to discuss a funk metal band with their own sound and one of the best rock albums of all time, in our opinion. #birthday #country #blues #extreme
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On this episode we return to the Fun Dungeon for the first time in a month and are actually sitting across from each other. It's so refreshing because the conversation flows so much better. We chat about working in education; if you remove subjectivity and nostalgia, is their a "BEST" decade of music? We also play a Common Crossing original reminiscent of Billy Joel, and we climb the wall of tunes for an extreme talent who is probably the only guy we can call "blues pop." #fundungeon #bestmusic #johnmayer
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On this episode we learn why the podcast has been on hold for a couple of weeks....O'Brien had the "rona" and, thankfully, came out on the other side of it. The new Beatles documentary "Get Back" is a topic of discussion as is the 20th anniversary of George Harrison's passing. We play a song about O'Brien cheating on his wife that is, of course, the stuff of fiction...and climb the Wall of Tunes for a splinter group from the Genesis camp. We're very glad to be back, even if we aren't in the same studio yet. #covid #beatles #getback #harrison #mikeandthemechanics
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On this episode Doug talks about a crazy driver who forced him off the road and almost killed him....more Led Zeppelin "thievery".....we answer some Facebook mail and discuss the best bands or music artists to come out of the Pine Tree State....Vacationland....Stephen King's home....the great (debatable) state of Maine! We also play the only recording we have of a newer Common Crossing song (hint: it's live), and climb the Wall of Tunes to discuss a rock band from the early 90s who O'Brien thinks paved the way for Nickelback's sound. But he's not very smart. #LedZep #Mainebands #Firehouse
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Welcome to Season 5! On this episode O'Brien reflects on his trip to Ohio/West Virginia where he moved his first born to start a new life. It was an interesting trip. We talk about our lofty goals for Season 5, a little plug about a new "single" on Spotify, the 5 things you may not know about Jeff Healey; plus, we play an original song that Doug didn't know he co-wrote, climb the Wall of Tunes for a non-hair band from the 80s and more. #roadtrip #brianmosher #jeffhealey #tesla
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On the Season 4 Finale, we cover a lot of ground. Paul McCartney has been in the news lately, comparing the Beatles and the Stones...so we go there. We preview some upcoming music releases ABBA, Steve Perry, Sting, etc. thanks to ultimateclassicrock.com; We discuss albums that have no filler (you can't click through any tracks) that are essential for your collection; We play a Brian Mosher solo song that was the self-proclaimed worst song he ever wrote, and everyone loves it; and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a solo album from O'Brien's favorite guitarist. #MACA #Countyboy #Knopfler
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On this episode we get to chat with the guitarist and songwriter of a band we love called the Dirt Drifters. They came on the scene over a decade ago and shortly after just disappeared. We got the scoop as to what happened to the band and what Jeff is doing these days. We also share the prayerful saga of O'Brien's minivan, play "Songs from a Hat" that include the word "Night" in them and showcase an old pre-Common Crossing song with prerequisite tape hiss. Plus we talk all through it so you're welcome. Find the Dirt Drifters album "This Is My Blood." You won't regret it. #dirtdrifters #jeffmiddleton #songsfromahat
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On this episode we share some good news about O'Brien's adult daughter...discuss Metallica's new tribute album, which leads to an in-depth Metallica discussion. We also tackle some of the most recognizable elements in classic rock that you can hear a piece of and automatically know what song it is; we play an old "Blake Street Boys" (pre-Common Crossing) song that we found on cassette, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a country rock band that was on the verge of superstardom....then just vanished. #metallica #blacklisted #classicrock #dirtdrifters
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On this episode we revisit the idea of cover songs and "who did it better?" Then we tackle the 50 cover songs every cover band should know...and why. chicks There is no Common Crossing song of the week but we have plans to dig even farther back for next week. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a new wave punk artist from Britain who is something of an icon these days. #coversongs @elviscostello
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On this episode we chat about our last band gig of the summer season, the 30 albums that influenced heavy metal...according to Louder.com, we talk about the latest from rock icon Rod Stewart, play a Common Crossing song where we might confuse she with her, and climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s stalwart who's output was bigger than you might imagine. #heavymetal #rodstewart #robertpalmer
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On this episode we go into an era of music that has it's own genre name..."grunge." What does that even mean? In the early to mid 90s it was hard not to get caught up in the movement and we were no different. We talk about the biggest acts of the time and what we liked about them. We discuss our NFL Fantasy results and play a Common Crossing song that neither one of us remember the title or the words for, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a seemingly "1 hit wonder" from the "grunge era". #grunge #nflfantasy #candlebox #normmacdonald
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On this episode we discuss, of all things, John Mayer, and how he may be a quintessential artist; the 20 most underrated rock albums; another Common Crossing demo, and we climb the Icelandic Wall of Tunes for an 80s band from the Sunset Strip with a lot of, um, dirt. We throw a bunch of stuff in between all of that too. Join the fun. #johnmayer #motleycrue
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O'Brien is back from his trip to Michigan, we have the details and oh are they...underwhelming. We briefly discuss Cam Newton, NFL Fantasy Football, and Charlie Watts (RIP); we play an old Common Crossing about a friend and the Wall of Tunes brings us to a repeat artist (O'Brien's fave) but some new music. Yes, it's rigged. #college #michigan #wmu #camnewton #nflfantasy #charliewatts #judecole
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While O'Brien travels to the Midwest to bring his son to college, we thought we'd share the very first episode of the podcast from back in 2014. It only took 6 years to get back on the horse. Enjoy this little piece of history! #podcast #memories
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On this episode we announce the answer to the trivia question, as well as the winner of our "Vinyl of the Day" giveaway, courtesy of KMH Music in Presque Isle, plus we announce our next vinyl giveaway; O'Brien prepares to drive his son to college; We talk the 10 greatest rock bands ever; play "that song O'Brien wrote for his wife"; and climb the Hawaiian Wall of Tunes for a 90s band we think should get more love than they do. #vinyl #emptynest #rockandroll #sisterhazel
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On this week's episode we announce that we have climbed the Apple Podcasts charts, discuss our favorites Don & Mike, review the new Tom Morello/Springsteen/Vedder collab, buying vinyl to soothe depression, a KMH VINYL GIVEAWAY, Journey's "Dream, After Dream", Behind the Music is back, Rocky and Rambo, a new Common Crossing demo, and climb the Korean Wall of Tunes for a folk artist with an eye for the human condition. Enjoy. #chartable #donandmike #tommorello #vinylgiveaway #behindthemusic #davidwilcox.
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On this episode we get a call from O'Brien's college graduate, more Dave Grohl love, how the Beatles changed everything...besides just the music, a kitchen-table version of a recent-ish Common Crossing original complete with a cameo from Doug's Mom, introduce a new sponsor in KMH Music, The Wall of Tunes translation is Vietnamese and we feature two artists. Join the fun! #nirvana #beatles #kellyclarkson #johnfullbright #kmhmusic
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In this episode O'Brien & Doug regroup and discuss how not to go on vacation, buying vinyl records, the shows we played before vacation, the 50 most annoying songs ever (not our list), and we ask for song suggestions for our band to play live. The Common Crossing song of the week is on both a Common Crossing demo CD and an O'Brien solo album, and we climb the Wall of Tunes to talk about a legendary soul singer from the 60s-70s. #vacation #annoyingsongs #billwithers
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In this episode our much older bodies are sleep deprived and are recovering from several shows and rehearsals in a row. 20 years ago it would have been no problem. We decide just have Doug quiz O'Brien on Van Halen trivia, sing the Common Crossing song of the week live in the Fun Dungeon and climb the Wall of Tunes for a Latin Pop/R&B artist from the 80s with a sultry, sexy voice, sound and image. #sleep #vanhalen #sade
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In this episode, we talk about what we did for Independence Day, play "Guess the One-Hit Wonder" (with actual sound clips...shhhhhh!), play the Common Crossing song of the week that no one has heard, and climb the Wall of Tunes (or for our Kurdish friends "Dîwarê Awazan") to talk about someone we lump in the same category as B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Muddy Waters, etc. Join us. #independenceday #commoncrossing #kebmo
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In this episode we talk about O'Brien's incredibly romantic wedding anniversary, bands who have successfully or not successfully replaced lead singers, music conspiracy theories (Stevie Wonder can actually see), compare a Common Crossing song of the week with it's cover version, and talk about one of our favorite bands from the 90s on the Wall of Tunes. #24years #bigollove #hootie #steviecansee
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In this episode the boys talk about O'Brien's oldest boy heading out on his own, under appreciated members of their favorite bands, Michael McDonald, a Common Crossing Song of the Week that may be a repeat....but it's okay, and they switch things up a little for the Wall of Tunes Artist of the Week. If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast this season simply send them a message on the Facebook page or email obrienanddoug@gmail.com. #michaelanthony #sammyhagar #redrocker #likeagypsy #michaelmcdonald
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On this episode we, once again, welcome our bass player Shane Mountain...or as he's now known Professor TB Player! We read some hate mail (from our so-called friend Bob), review the debut album from Wolfgang Van Halen "Mammoth WVH", dip into the Common Crossing vaults for a recording of a writing session, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band from the 70s, who had the most success in the 80s....and 3 lead singers. Enjoy. #mammothwvh #genesis
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In this episode we give an update about our progress in the hunt for high-profile guests. We analyze the great "American Pie" by Don McLean. Many have done it. Now we have too. We play a Common Crossing Classic that was written in anger. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a band from the 70s who measured success by trying get on a magazine cover. #redrocker #americanpie #drhook
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Welcome to Season 4!! We have big plans. Our goal this season is to feature at least one high profile guest. We have our sights on the Redrocker, Sammy Hagar. We aim high. In this season premiere episode we talk about who else we'd like to have on. We also discuss the difference between a song from today and a song from our generation, with a little help from O'Brien's kid. Did you know Doug went to the Berkee School of Music? The Common Crossing song of the week features a "George Harrison-esque" guitar solo and we climb the Wall of Tunes and nip that thing in the bud! Welcome aboard.
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As we wrap up Season 3, we have big plans for next season. They include a campaign to get some big name guests on the show. We've been lazy so far. In this final episode of Season 3 we begin talking about genius of KISS, not their music, their marketing. We're then visited by a voice from our past. Of course we do the Common Crossing song of the week and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a rock songwriter/frontman/bass player who takes up residence in several bands. But we feature one of his solo albums. Cheers for a great season and here's to bigger and better in Season 4. #finale #cartman #kiss #jackblades
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The episode before the Season 3 finale includes a visit with our childhood buddy "Bob." He takes this opportunity to slam the show (he's jealous) and ask us some probing questions. We play a song from Common Crossing that even Bob didn't know, plus we climb the Wall of Tunes to talk about a band that neither Doug or Bob has heard of. Obscure much? #bob #gabedixon
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On this episode we talk about what constitutes a "Power Ballad" and try to list some of our favorites. The Common Crossing song of the week is about a "phone friend" that we never met (wink, wink), and we climb the Wall of Tunes to talk about the "man with the golden voice" from the 70s through today. That's all this week on the O'Doug BrianCast! #powerballad #paulcarrack
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In this episode we discuss celebrities who share our birthday. Also, the different avenues that aging music artists take with regards to their legacy recordings. We feature a Common Crossing song of the week that was recorded on 4 track cassette tape, completely with hiss...and we climb the Wall of Tunes to discuss the Toxic Twins and the rest of those bad boys from Boston. #birthdays #aerosmith
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On Season 3: Episode 16, we talk about how great it was to get back together with our band for rehearsal, after 7 months apart. We also tackle the "Heavy Metal Band Name Generator" and discuss the recent song bracket put forth by the great Def Leppard. The Common Crossing song of the week is a remake of the original that O'Brien doesn't remember, and we climb the Wall of Tunes to talk about a band from the 70s who had a new lineup in the 80s and a movie named after them that may or may not have starred Laurence Fishburne. #starcitysyndicate #defleppard #badco
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In this episode O'Brien & Doug discuss their many band trips and the antics they involved. They reminisced about several shows they've played in both Common Crossing and the Star City Syndicate and promoted some upcoming gigs in the summer of 2021. The Common Crossing song of the week is a little dirty. The Wall of Tunes CD of the week will rock you like a tornado. No, wait, that's not right. #covid19 #livemusic #germanrock
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In this episode, O'Brien & Doug discuss cover songs that you probably didn't know were cover songs; potential Common Crossing album titles and the history behind them; a Common Crossing song of the week that they both want to forget; a legendary producer, songwriter, performer is the subject of our Wall of Tunes....and we also reflect on the documentary "Hired Gun" #coversongs #walloftunes #elo #hiredgun
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In this episode we are possessed, apparently. We discuss Lil Nas X's latest controversy, underrated and overrated music artists throughout history, what might be missing from today's music, the funny Common Crossing song of the day, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a 70s and 80s stalwart who is just as comfortable on the Yacht Rock channel as he is on a movie soundtrack. Oh, and it's our 50th podcast in a year. #50 #satanshoes #messinawho
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On this episode, we don't talk much about music. Instead we dive back into the 80s with our great friend Jack "Sports Freak" Levangie." Specifically, we reminisce about underrated 80s television sitcoms. Get nostalgic with us, it's fun. #perfectstrangers #hoganfamily #alf #CBClatenight #80s
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In this episode we chat about the Grammy Awards...and pointless awards shows in general. We discuss the state of rock music, plus we wade into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame thing again, it's pretty much a gripe fest so prepare yourself. Doug also gives O'Brien a challenge, we "Walk" with the Common Crossing song of the week and feature a late 80s 'supergroup' from the Wall of Tunes. Also, we are two guys proud of our Irish roots and we don't mention St. Paddy's Day at all. Whoops! Enjoy.
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In this week's episode we cover a lot of ground. Doug is back in the Fun Dungeon and we talk about his new fascination with a couple of classic Def Leppard albums, the vocal coach's mistake, a "What If" that has us thinking deep about Van Halen, a Common Crossing song about two great friends, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band from the 90s who is "up and down and sideways". #defleppard #vanhalen #pattysmythe #verticalhorizon
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On this episode we briefly discuss the 48th anniversary of Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon," O'Brien's radio stalker from the 90s, movie actors who are supposed to have accents but don't, the Spotify generation, a singer/songwriter responsible for starting the movement, and oh...did you know it was a Strat and not a Les Paul? #pinkfloyd #changeyourname #JT
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On this episode, we dodge a lot of technical issues at the end of a strange start to the week. Loss of a credit card, fender bender, Zoom call, etc. We also begin a series suggested by "Cousin Larry", play a Common Crossing song that we may or may not have covered before, and dive into the career of a Canadian rocker on the "Wall of Tunes." It was a strange one. #gremlins #badams
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In this episode we chat about how some years have better music than others. In this case the years 1985-1990. We play a live Common Crossing song that's not on record anywhere...climb the Wall of Tunes for a singer/songwriter who's still going strong, even with a few small repairs...and we dip our toes into cancel culture. The water is cold. #bestyearsformusic #commoncrossing #shawncolvin #lombarditrophy
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On this episode we recap Super Bowl 55, discuss our favorite halftime shows, the best commercials (there were none)...Play "Songs from a hat"...The Common Crossing song of the week with Doug on lead vocals, climb the Wall of Tunes to talk about a band from the 90s who got their name from a Monty Python skit, and generally sink the podcast to a depressing level near the end. Kind of like the Titanic. #superbowl55 #brady #commoncrossing #montypython #toad
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In this episode we review some of the best rock singers out there, highlight some of the coolest women in rock and do our best to "Tom Brady" this thing. Oh and Doug is really hard on himself. #womeninrock #tombrady #superbowl #tedeschi
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Doug dubs us the Seinfeld of podcasts because we start in one direction and go off in any others by the time we're through. This one is no different. We begin with the G.O.A.T. Tom Brady and end up....somewhere else. We talk cable, 90s sitcoms, Songs with colors in the title. We actually edited out a lot of the podcast in order to make it shorter so we went more places than what you hear in this episode. Oh and we play one of Common Crossing's more well-known tunes live in the studio. That being said, we hope you enjoy. #tombrady #songsfromahat #commoncrossing #tangents
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On this episode we discuss what our world, and the pandemic in particular, would be like without the internet...discuss a couple of movies we watched recently....we trudge our way through an almost 30 year old Common Crossing song that no one has heard....announce the winner of our giveaway...and climb the wall of tunes to discuss the greatest selling pop duo of all time. #winnerwinnerchickendinner #hallandoates
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On this episode O'Brien & Doug discuss their position on the iTunes podcast chart, the birth of Motown, sing you a couple of lost Common Crossing songs, climb the wall with a country songwriting duo, and then go off the deep end. #221 #warrenbrothers #motown
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Happy New Year! In our season opener we chat about how weird our NFL Fantasy season ended up; on the one year anniversary of his death, we discuss at length the influence of Rush's Neil Peart; a Common Crossing with a really cool story behind it; a contest with actual prizes; and we climb the Wall of Tunes to discuss a highly underrated rock band from the 90s. Oh, and burning our band trailer in sacrifice with the purpose of ridding the world of COVID19. We say it all the time, but when we get together, we're 12 years old.
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It's time to wrap up Season 2 just before we celebrate the birth of baby Jesus and send 2020 to the trash like the dumpster fire that it's been. On this episode we talk favorite holiday memories, gifts, movies, songs...etc. We also livestreamed the recording of this episode on Facebook so you can watch the magic, or lack there of, in action. It's been a great season and we thank Glenney and the crew at Whited Ford Auto & Truck Center in Presque Isle, Maine for being our sponsors once again.
Here's hoping 2021 is even remotely better than 2020. Season 3 will begin in a week or two. Happy Holidays everyone.
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One more 'holiday' episode and Season 2 will come to an end. On this episode we reflect on O'Brien's birthday celebration, discuss why "Hair Nation" plays so many bands that AREN'T hair bands, uncover a lost Common Crossing treasure...and talk about one of our favorite artists, Paul Thorn. #hairbands #paulthorn
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On this episode we talk to our great friend Meranda Castonguay. We are finally set straight as to the pronunciation of her married name...she reminisces about her first time in a recording studio with two baboons...and a bit about her reign as Miss Maine gearing up for a Miss America pageant in Atlantic City when 9/11 happened. We also touch on the Aroostook Teen Leadership Camp, an organization that changed all of our lives. She helps us climb the Wall of Tunes too. Join the fun. #missamerica #missmaine #tobykeith #atlc
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On this episode, which drops on December 3rd, the anniversary of Freddie Mercury's death, we talk about Bohemian Rhapsody and expand on it to include our favorite musical bio flicks. We also talk about our friend Meranda, former Miss Maine, who sang on some of our songs....and climb the Wall of Tunes for a late 80s powerhouse. #freddiemercury #MissMaine #Winger
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It's the Thanksgiving episode. Need we say more? Oh. Okay. We spend some time talking about how our families celebrate Thanksgiving....working the potato harvest...dancing on the Common Crossing moon, Richie Sambora, and most importantly....we write a Thanksgiving song from scratch in real time. And now we're rich. Hear it to believe it. You can thank us later. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. #thanksgiving #podcast #richiesambora
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On this episode, O'Brien & Doug chat about the value or lack of value in the guidance counselor profession..."Doug Calls the Fam" to wish his Dad a happy birthday...and other shenanigans including the Common Crossing song of the week and the Wall of Tunes. #college #military #mikerowe #ryanadams
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On this week's episode, O'Brien & Doug wish the Marines, and Doug's Mom, a happy birthday...Doug finds out for the first time that the Common Crossing song he chose is about him...the Wall of Tunes takes a "Walk in Memphis" and for the first time on the podcast, we think, we mention our lost brother Matty near the anniversary of his passing. #happybirthdaymarines #happybirthdaymom #marccohn #livingthedream
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It's the "Election Episode", where we don't talk about the election, except to say O'Brien is running for President in 2024. We also talk about jazz music, the upcoming B.B. King bio flick....classy concerts, and more. We feature a Common Crossing song written about Doug's 10 year high school reunion, and we climb the Wall of Tunes to discuss a folk/pop band that only released one album but it's a doozy. #jazz #bbking #voteobrien #election2020
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In the spirit of Halloween, on this episode we talk about the movies and music that scared us when we were kids. We talk about the history of Halloween itself....annnnd we also go off on a couple of tangents. We climb the Wall of Tunes to talk about a freaky guitar player and more.
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On the heels of our EVH tribute, on this week's episode O'Brien & Doug discuss bands or artists they'd like to see LIVE before the artist can't perform anymore. Plus they face the suggestion of getting rid of 'genres' of music. For the Wall of Tunes, Doug needs to phone a friend....his Mom!
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This week's podcast is a bit late to the party, but we had to do some sort of tribute to one of our heroes. We talked for an hour about Eddie Van Halen, his influence on us as musicians and humans, on the world. We talked our favorite songs and memories and more and we could have gone longer. Special guest, guitarist Josh Kovach. RIP EVH.
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On this episode we get in depth about the Beatles, bands who we think should have been bigger, and we climb the wall of tunes for a hidden gem...one of our favorites, Lowen & Navarro.
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In this week's episode, we talk about the relative joke that is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It's a conundrum because it is probably an honor to be nominated and inducted, but it's a crime how many worthy acts are not in. We discuss who should and shouldn't be in...like it matters what we think. We also climb the Wall with Chickenfoot, which leads to a lengthy Van Halen discussion.
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This week's episode features a very special guest! Our buddy Chris Morton of KMH Music and the Star City Syndicate spends some time with us discussing our beloved band....the Star City Syndicate, and so much more!
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In this episode, O'Brien & Doug share a couple of fun novelty songs for the young and deviant at heart. The Common Crossing song of the week is an old demo of a murder ballad. The wall of tunes puts us in a New York state of mind and O'Brien expresses frustration with his online gaming children and we discuss Fantasy football. Plus, a lot more. #season2 #podcast #O'Brien #Doug #nflfantasy #billyjoel
In this episode the boys talk about the power of nostalgia to make you feel young...then they go off the rails and talk about how cold and dreary it is in Britain...then they form a secret podcast within a podcast that waxes political. Was it all a dream? #season2 #nostalgia #adele #commoncrossing
The Season 2 premiere finds O'Brien & Doug catching up with their old pal "Bob". The boys reminisce about their movie-making past, answer some of Bob's burning questions, and climb the Wall of Tunes.
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O'Brien & Doug end season one with Jack "The Sportsfreak" LeVangie discussing greatest 80s movie soundtracks. Plus, they discuss the statistics for the show, what they plan for season two, and more. A small snippet of copyrighted music appears near the end. No infringement intended. #seasonone #finale #breakfastclub #2020sux
The episode before the end of Season One. Common Crossing bass player Shane Mountain joins us to discuss bands that everyone loves, except us. We dig out a newer band demo and climb the Wall of Tunes, riding the line between folk, rock, soul, and country within 6 degrees. #tbplayer #runningaway #kevinbacon #commoncrossing
In this episode we decide to wrap up Season 1 by episode 20, just because it sounds cool. We let our bass player chime in on his picks for favorite guitar players, play the Common Crossing song of the week (a really old demo) and we climb the Wall of Tunes and discuss one of our favorite country dudes. #seasonone #commoncrossing #paisley
In this episode, O'Brien & Doug are once again joined by their guitar player direct from Nashville, Josh Kovach. What else to discuss but our 5 favorite guitarists. It's just that Doug is a drummer and he can't contribute much. We also spotlight the Common Crossing song of the week and climb the "Wall of Tunes" and dip another foot into the blues rock genre. #faveguitarists #walloftunes #commoncrossing #jonnylang
O'Brien & Doug are resigned to the fact that they will never be social media influencers. They put together their dream band lineups (subject to change), discuss the Common Crossing song of the week and climb the Wall of Tunes to talk about a band with a heavy Rocky Balboa connection. Oh, and Doug goes on a couple of rants! #CommonCrossing #WallofTunes #Survivor #Dougsrant
In this episode, O'Brien & Doug share their favorite rock and roll memoirs. They also play original music from their band Common Crossing, climb the "Wall of Tunes" to discuss a rock drummer turned pop artist and ponder what's happening with Wolfgang Van Halen. Join the fun. Email the guys at obrienanddoug@gmail.com. #rockmemoirs #commoncrossing #walloftunes #wolfvanhalen
O'Brien & Doug pay tribute to the late Charlie Daniels, try to figure out what the Kansas City Chiefs are thinking, and imagine a world where Slayer and Stryper share a concert tour. Join the fun. #RIPCharlieDaniels #stryper #patrickmahomes #kansascitychiefs
In this episode, O'Brien & Doug visit with Common Crossing bass player Shane Mountain to compare their Top 5 "Desert Island Albums". They climb the "Wall of Tunes" to reveal yet another blues rock great, and they contemplate a world where Cam Newton is a New England Patriot. #desertisland #top5 #healeyshideaway #patriots
In this week's episode, O'Brien & Doug visit with their childhood friend "Bob" who helps them reminisce about their best and worst concert experiences. Together they climb the "Wall of Tunes" to discuss an amazing band from Colorado. #bestconcert #worstconcert #bob #bhtm
O'Brien & Doug visit with their old radio pal Jack "The Sportsfreak" LeVangie. They list their five favorite motion pictures from the 1980s and climb the "Wall of Tunes" to discuss someone who these days is probably living up to his nickname. #sportsfreak #eightiesforever #slowhand
Why do men need to have something to read while they're....doing their business? #4 gets hurt. We talk Rolling Stones list of the "Greatest Guitar Songs of All Time", climb the "Wall of Tunes" into the Canadian Blues world, and have a generally jovial time. #guitar #colinjames #ethylene
In this episode we talk about everything from the SpaceX launch, Bob & Doug from Strange Brew....including how Doug got his name. We are interviewed by Anthony Scott for the YouTube series "Making It North" and we climb the "Wall of Tunes" for some 80s rock sheen! #makeitnorth #spacex #strangebrew #onearmeddrummer
O'Brien & Doug were almost offered a show but instead lament the state of radio; a new Robert Johnson documentary; playing a George Jones record backwards; the Wall of Tunes goes country.
On this episode we have another birthday to celebrate, acknowledge graduates in 2020, discuss the possibility of drive-up concerts and the Wall of Tunes goes reggae! #covid19
We talk about an eventful Mother's Day, bad parenting, Frank Gore, and we once again climb the "Wall of Tunes." #wannabuyachicken #jacksonbrowne
Welcome Whited Ford Auto & Truck Center as our new sponsor. Welcome to our new red leather couch. Welcome Zoom meetings. RIP Don Shula. Climbing the WALL OF TUNES! #zoom #donshula #rickspringfield
O'Brien and Doug discuss Brady/Gronk, a 6 year old's birthday party, check in with Joko in Nashville, climb the 'Wall of Tunes' and contemplate watching Cobra Kai.
Of COURSE Gronk would decide to come OUT of retirement the day AFTER we recorded the podcast. We will no doubt talk about that next week. In the meantime, enjoy Episode 3.
Listen to us play a CD guessing game and talk about one of our favorite movies. #music #quarantinemovie
O'Brien and Doug convene to talk all things lockdown...and Tom Brady going to Tampa, among other things. It's the "Non-COVID19....COVID19 edition." It's been a long time. #covid19 #tombrady