Aron & His Dad: Music

Moved to pay homage to Kris Kristofferson who died on September 28th, Dad and I invoke his unique story, his musical talent, and what he meant to us. Propelled by the singer/songrwriter exemplar, we get into Glen Hansard, Blaze Foley, Paul Simon, drift into a gospel eddy, and close out with a Leonard Cohen cover. Enjoy. Full playlist: https://tinyurl.com/222h6atv

Super Bowl Sunday turned out to be the perfect opportunity to sit down and share some music and reconnect before kickoff. Enjoy! Full track Spotify playlist here: https://bit.ly/4bLM9qf

Songs the other probably doesn't know but would probably like. Dad thought it was a theme, I thought it was just "what we do." In either case, and maybe because it had been so long, this episode was smooth, loaded with tunes that (mostly) landed, and had accidental through-lines (e.g., boogie woogie piano) that just made it easy and natural. Toots, Bruce, NRBQ, Keb Mo, Stones, Delbert McClinton, and more. Enjoy! Full tracks playlist: http://tinyurl.com/2p8c5xwr

In the wake of more police brutality (in Memphis this time), we rise up through music. Anderson .Paak,  Johnny Cash, John Prine, Tedeschi/Trucks, Dylan, Lennon, Cocker, Hendrix, and more. Full tracks episode playlist here: https://spoti.fi/3kfn69c

I visited George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. I was moved, and I made a friend. Butchy Austin, one of the leaders of Brass Solidarity, shares his experience and his music, and launches a typically atypical exploration of protest, liberation, and revolution. Freedom Singers, Stevie Wonder, Peter Gabriel, Nancy Sinatra, Beatles, Kristofferson, of course Prine, and some surprises. BLM.

In the new Elvis biopic, Tom Hanks as Colonel  Parker explains how proper young women were having "feelings they weren't sure they should enjoy." Dad and I explore that arousal, his mom's support, and his convictions around race. Playlist and complete tracks here: https://spoti.fi/3dOHs5i

My Dad came up with the theme: Intrepid artists using covers to experiment with new genres. I wasn't sure, but it worked. There is also a distinct mellow vibe. As always, you can find the complete tracks featured in the episode (plus bonus material we didn't have time to play) here: https://spoti.fi/3OxDqfB

Recorded on the Gulf Coast of Florida, and joined by family friend, Mike Hall in Dorset, England, Aron and his Dad explore the new Beatles documentary ("The Beatles: Get Back" ), Paul's new memoir-substitute, and living in the Beatles golden age --in New York and London. Spotify playlist (with bonus material): https://spoti.fi/3qVCrLd

We coincidentally opened and closed with Marvin Gaye, with fun family visits from Jess (sister/daughter) and Joe (cousin/nephew) in between. And guess who cries on air...?! Episode Spotify playlist (with bonus material) here: https://spoti.fi/3kavWC8

This podcast launched with a heartfelt memorial to John Prine. And so kicking off Season 2 with a next-generation tribute to Prine made perfect sense. Rising star Karoline Lotti shares her divine interpretation of Prine--and brings her dad along too! Plus much more. 

An already seminal song can be completely reanimated when it goes to another continent, gender, genre, etc. And what if it is exported and re-imported? Check it out. And as always, here's the Spotify playlist of the full versions of (most of) what we played: https://spoti.fi/3igJj1k

Tedeschi, Bromberg (of course), Baez, Hendrix, Kris, Simone, Odetta, The Dead, George, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Patti Smith, and more. Thank you, Mike Hall! Make sure to also check out the Spotify companion playlist for full versions and bonus tracks: https://spoti.fi/2QKWCh7

Don't be afraid! The name (and skulls) are largely meaningless. This is complex,  emotional, and totally accessible Americana. Let us walk you through some cool stuff way beyond Truckin'. And share some stories along the way. Here's the Spotify playlist we drew from (with bonus material): https://spoti.fi/39dZLfa

We have always been huge country fans. But not the kind of country you might think. We skip the crass commercial stuff and instead go for outlaw country from Nashville and Texas, 70s West Coast country rock, delta country blues Americana, some 60s Greenwich Village influence, and British Invasion! Oh yeah, and Saskatchewan. Here's the Spotify playlist (minus the YouTube stuff, and plus some bonus material we didn't have time to play): https://spoti.fi/3jkkKkp

Great music from some great movies: The Graduate, Harder They Come, The Commitments, Harold & Maude, Love Me Tender, The Big Chill,  One-Trick Pony, Rocketman. Here's a Spotify playlist (including bonus material) to complement the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/track/4NDaL8gPw5KfXhF0yRvCQB?si=mpSTayZsSmqjvRkLc1PLfw

Velvet Underground, Miles Davis, U2, Prince, Talking Heads, Neil Young, and more. Full Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3z91SMBnn7Y6pVtnmwhm1R?si=FbhBZtFPTbOOSBYeF-5kFg

Yes, we were weird. Especially compared to our parents. And our music was weird too. But also awesome. Spanning the globe and several decades. Join me, my Dad, Germs (Jeremy) and Davey as we re-live MHS class of '91. And here is the Spotify playlist for the show: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zVJxNwrpTHo22Gccs1FCM

Two part series: In this episode, my Dad and a couple of his high school friends (MHS class of '63) discuss and share the music that was important to them. Then I'll do the same with my pals (MHS class of '91) in Episode 9. Enjoy! The playlist (minus Nick Rivers) can be found here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1r9L8QyDe9DtmCN9wbqS6u?si=CML8KsfuQSWaS74Ngit7FQ

No, not Williams and Nelson. Hank Douglas and Willie Davis are friends of mine, and the frontmen of the New Prodigal Sonz, channeling Sam Cook and James Brown with a true calling. We also hear from Aretha (and her dad), the Holmes Bros, Taj, The King, and more. 

No, this isn't about Laur and Deb. Together in the same room (in Maine) for the first time, we share extraordinary-but-not-that-common tracks from women who are, for us, giants. While the (grand)kids zoom around the lake propelled by a smelly outboard motor!

Today was chock full! And we were all over the place--in a good way. I hope. In any case, we had fun! Let us know what you think, request stuff, and answer my dad's trivia question by emailing us at aronandhisdad@gmail.com . We thank you for listening!Track list:Thunder Road - Springsteen (Intro)Born to Run (from "Blinded by the Light" movie)High Society Calypso - Louis Armstrong (From "High Society" movie)West End Blues - Louis ArmstrongBring it on Home to Me - Van Morrison1000 Dollar Car - The Bottle RocketsTonight I'll Be Staying Here With You - Liam Bailey (Outro)Spotify playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0uMOAyE06wnguRCNPtFVR6?si=9y-LzoYNQ7GsrKgng7WGiA"The Pleasure and Pain of Being Cole Porter"https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2020/01/20/the-pleasure-and-pain-of-being-cole-porter"Blinded by the Light" movie clip:https://youtu.be/L13qGU5IcUA

This was a difficult week. On top of Covid, the killing of George Floyd at the hands of the police (and another very upsetting incident in Central Park) put American racism and police brutality back in focus. We honor the "amazing grace" of people around the world fighting for justice, and fighting for their lives. Combined with our anger and worry for our country, we also find ways to feel pride and love for some things American (and Italian!). Thank you to our special guest, Martina Magionami, for joining us, playing two lovely songs, and for accepting our apology for mixing up her name when we played her equally lovely Beatles cover in episode 2!Track list:Amazing Grace - Charles Brown (Intro)Isola - Martina MagionamiDon't Think Twice, It's Alright - Martina MagionamiAstral Weeks - Van MorrisonIt Gets Easier - Willie NelsonWhiskey River - Willie NelsonAmazing Grace - The Holmes BrothersAmazing Grace - President Barack Obama (Outro)Spotify Episode 3 Playlist (plus bonus material we didn't have time to play!):https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3S4K3tfid297kw7Rz9cQ4g?si=oaJ7NiZjSN6TR6GPV85Mqg

We were bowled over by the incredibly warm reception to Episode 1! We were also pretty psyched when David Bromberg agreed to hang out with us for Episode 2. The theme is "What We Miss" as we isolate and endure this stupid pandemic. And I miss some things pretty bad. We also remember Little Richard, and horn virtuoso (and possible alien), Peter Eckland. Thank you for listening. Email us at aronandhisdad@gmail.com with gushing compliments, unvarnished criticism, questions (musical or not), requests (ditto), whatever.Here's what we played:Waiting on a Friend - Rolling Stones (Intro)Make Me a Pallet - David BrombergTutti Frutti - Little Richard Tutti Frutti - Pat BooneVentura - Lucinda WilliamsTill There Was You - Meredith Wilson (YouTube)Salt Creek - Clarence WhiteSt. Judy's Comet - Paul SimonJust Because You Didn't Answer - David Bromberg (Outro)And you can find all the tracks (plus bonus material we didn't have time to play!) here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3bZRK92orQC5e5mJfet8sa?si=W-AL0zjlRLmUw8Jd6BClGA

We are so excited to launch! Our first episode is missing one or two things, but it was rich and fun. We explain what the heck we think we're doing, and share some unusual and special music by, about, and related to John Prine. Here's what we played:Medley Maiden's Prayer - David Bromberg (Intro)Bob Dylan - Tomorrow is a Long Time (odd version from bootleg)Cosmic Cowboy - Nitty Gritty Dirt BandVin Scelsa introducing Kris Kristofferson at The Bottom LineBird on a Wire - KristoffersonBird on a Wire - Joe CockerFishin' With You - Carsie Blanton https://youtu.be/m2-2pZFtBxoBurn One with John Prine - Kacey Musgrave (with John Prine, sort of!) https://youtu.be/6A-pRJxCKR8Hobo Song - John PrineFish and Whistle - John Prine (Outro)Please write to us with requests, feedback, questions, etc. at aronandhisdad@gmail.com . We will set aside time for listener feedback during each episode.Thank you for listening! Can't wait for Episode 2! - Aron and his Dad (Larry)