Host Dan Miles has some talented friends. So many, in fact, that he created this podcast to showcase them all. But don't be fooled by the informal name, this is no amateur hour! Every "friend of Dan" appearing on the show is a seasoned professional and a master of their genre. The half talk/half mus…
Marc Bonilla discusses the Keith Emerson tribute concert DVD and CD release.
Listeners around the world discuss the global pandemic of 2020.
Scott Erickson and Kit O’Toole discuss the iconic Beatles swan song.
Nate Morton & Sean Halley talk about cool hangs, sad bastards, drawing musical blood, amphibian consumption and much more!
The multi-talented artist returns to discuss his new album “Celluloid Debris”, blind tricyclists, nautical tracheotomies, calling popcorn and much more!
Greg Beaton & Krzysztof Narbut discuss their involvement with the second posthumous release.
The drumming legend talks about muppet intrigue, mafia pigeons, drunken jelly rolls and much more!
The conclusion of our progressive rock discussion with Kevin Courtright & Mike Jacobs.
Author Kevin Courtright & music journalist Mike Jacobs return to discuss progressive rock.
A discussion of the relationship between rock music and train, plane and boat imagery.
The acclaimed author is back to conclude our discussion about his book “Classic Tracks”.
Musician Scott Erickson discusses the 50th Anniversary of the landmark Beatles double album.
Producer Dan Perloff discusses Allan’s first posthumous release and preserving his legacy.
The best selling author discusses his indepth book about seminal recordings.
Comedian Ed Wallick joins us to review songs found objectionable by the Parents Music Resource Center in 1985.
The talented keyboardist talks about dodgy boats, breath control, spice racks & more!
The multi instrumentalist producer talks about rhinos, dinos and bagels.
Nate returns to discuss "Funky Jazzy Stuff" a collaboration with Kenwood Anderson.
Mike Jacobs introduces us to five talented lesser known artists.
Beatle expert Ken Michaels discusses the past & present of the Fab Four.
Don Breithaupt returns to honor the 40th anniversary of Steely Dan's landmark album.
The talented cellist, vocalist & songwriter discusses the natural night life, slow cooking grooves, adventures in varnish and much more!
The talented songwriter returns to discuss her latest album "Somebody's Child".
The acclaimed scholar discusses the role of critics, the plight of Sisyphus and haunted Spanish pianos.
Listeners submit cover versions of songs they think surpass the original.
Listeners submit cover versions of songs they think surpass the original.
Dan performs solo piano arrangements of the music that has most influenced him.
Listeners submit cover versions of songs they think surpass the original.
Listeners submit cover versions of songs they think surpass the original.
Dan's unedited phone conversation with Allan recorded Sunday, March 5, 2017.
The iconic vocalist talks about his life before, during and after Foreigner.
The legendary guitarist discusses his newly remastered career retrospective box set.
The ace guitarist returns to talk about his latest soundtracks and recording with Sting.
Tony Peters of the Icon Fetch Podcast joins Dan to pay tribute to many of the musicians we lost in 2016.
Author Kevin Courtright discusses what his fandom of Led Zeppelin has taught him about all music.
The talented singer/songwriter talks about circus freak flute therapy, Starbucks perspectives, banana slides and much more!
Rusty talks about his signature guitar, involuntary recall, emotional leashes & much more!
Jason Tosta & Robert Carsten discuss the art of recreating The Doors.
The acclaimed guitarist returns to discuss his new album "Adult Entertainment".
Don Breithaupt returns to discuss his latest Monkey House release.
Jamie returns to talk about stalker insurance, Yngwie heckling & unusual pet requests.
The innovative guitarist talks about working with Jon Anderson & Jean-Luc Ponty, his book "Hear the Silence" and his many furry friends.
The pride of Minnesota returns to talk about his new album "With These Hands".
The bandleader talks about the power of the index finger, unusual calls to prayer and his mental cuisinart.
The veteran engineer talks about working with the best in the business.
The talented songwriter returns to discuss his latest release "The Great Make Believer".
Fan testimonials plus previously unheard material from Keith himself.
The film director talks about his work with acclaimed jazz singer Anita O'Day and songwriting legend Joni Mitchell.
We revisit Steely Dan content from past episodes along with previously unheard bonus material.