Calling all Andrew McMahon fans: This show intends to pay tribute to all of the music Andrew has helped create in a song-by-song format. With a 20+ year-long music career spread among 3 different musical projects, Andrew is not only a musician, he is also a cancer survivor, philanthropist, and family man. Beginning with Something Corporate, formed with some friends from high school, Andrew established himself as a pop punk icon in the early 2000s. The band set themselves apart from the rest of the scene incorporating a piano into the popular pop/punk sound. Following three records and countless tours, Andrew went on to form a new project called Jack’s Mannequin. This new direction allowed him to lean more into the piano pop/rock side of his music. While many of his original fans came along for the ride, he also gained an entirely new fanbase with his next three records and extensive world touring. This project helped boost his resume from a pop/punk frontman to a serious songwriter. His latest music venture is Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness. Largely intended and referred to as his “solo project”, the majority of writing and instrumentation is done by Andrew himself, in partnership with co-writers, producers, and other collaborators. He has released three albums under the Wilderness moniker and has written some of his most prolific work yet. His wife and daughter have toured along with him for years and he has not taken much of a break in recent years between touring heavily and writing and releasing new music. Using his public voice for philanthropy,, he has formed the Dear Jack Foundation, which raises funds to help ease life for those suffering through cancer treatment and offering survivors a positive outlook for the future. Inspired by his experiences in his three bands, his contributions to soundtracks, and his collaborations over the years with other musicians, Andrew has established himself as an artist for his generation. Come along for the ride as each song in his catalog is explored, discussed, and evaluated. Please subscribe if you are a fan of Andrew McMahon’s work or even a fan of music discussion in general. Credit to After the Fire Designs for the artwork: www.instagram.com/after_thefire http://www.etsy.com/shop/afterthefiredesign/ Intro/Outro music provided by: Piano Rock Instrumental by Hyde - Free Instrumentals https://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/PianoRockInstrumental Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/AlAxo66T11w
The Something in the Wilderness podcast is an absolute gem for fans of Something Corporate, Jack's Mannequin, and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness. Hosted by a knowledgeable and enthusiastic host, this podcast delves deep into the history of these bands and provides insightful analysis of their songs and lyrics. From start to finish, each episode is a captivating journey through the music that has touched countless lives.
One of the best aspects of The Something in the Wilderness podcast is the wealth of information it provides about the songs and their creators. The host takes listeners on a fascinating exploration of the history behind each track, giving context to the lyrics and shedding light on Andrew McMahon's creative process. This attention to detail not only enhances appreciation for the music but also deepens connections between fans and their favorite songs. It's truly remarkable how this podcast manages to bring something new to well-known tracks that have been enjoyed for years.
Another standout element of this podcast is the host's opinions and interpretations. They offer unique perspectives on each song, encouraging listeners to think critically about their meaning while still respecting individual experiences and personal connections. The host's passion shines through in every episode, making for an engaging listening experience that keeps you wanting more. Their enthusiasm undoubtedly adds depth to discussions about music, ensuring that fans get more than just surface-level analysis.
While there are countless positive aspects to The Something in the Wilderness podcast, one potential downside could be that it focuses exclusively on these particular bands. While it's understandable given the host's expertise and target audience, those who aren't already familiar with Something Corporate, Jack's Mannequin or Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness might find it difficult to fully appreciate or engage with certain episodes. However, if you do happen to be a fan or are willing to give these artists a try, you'll be rewarded with an abundance of knowledge and insight.
In conclusion, The Something in the Wilderness podcast is a must-listen for fans of Something Corporate, Jack's Mannequin, and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness. With its informative yet entertaining episodes, this podcast provides a deeper understanding and connection to the music that has touched so many lives. Whether you're interested in learning about the history of these bands or simply want to hear insightful discussions about their songs, The Something in the Wilderness podcast is sure to captivate and inform you every step of the way. Keep up the fantastic work!
*Content Warning* This episode contains discussion of mental health challenges, including suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised. First-time guest Steven brings a personal and powerful story about how Andrew McMahon's music impacted his own personal path. We unpack the song's lyrics and themes and discuss what this song means to each of us. This episode offers a heartfelt and insightful look at an often overlooked track. “Platform Fire” short film: https://youtu.be/OzIxsZXuTDA?si=gH_vcNdw1Hb7004G Track-by-Track Intro by Andrew: https://youtu.be/PtzlRGuV99k?si=FBrqLKJhn6tRFD7Y Live in August, 2011: https://youtu.be/FEwEgSfI1h4?si=A2PCLOqsNT2B9Dlg
Arielle joins the podcast to discuss a trip back to Andrew's past and where he found himself in that moment. Also, we talk about fan-made art inspired by Andrew and the community that's been built around it! And of course, past experiences at live shows and the upcoming tour! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/zV2zCUzWqOA?si=WCkeHFoncKzua82b Instagram Live, April 2020: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY?si=uy78hWjq_k7y3D8K Live in Boston, August 2024: https://youtu.be/9ktcnRf9B18?si=oGr8t4zOuczWfBbg Live and Acoustic in Australia, 2011: https://youtu.be/p6hqUGAo2oU?si=VTsJWw5bZ-e7fDfd
The guys from the High School Never Ends podcast joined the show to discuss which qualities make the perfect mixed tape, tell stories, talk live shows, and of course talk about a legendary song! We can't believe it took 90 episodes to get to this one! Wingman Steve and Chris-183 also play their own game of "Rankin It" with us, where we rank our top tracks from Everything in Transit. Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/WdW48xSbb9s?si=AahidOl0dVe5siqF Animated (official?) Music Video: https://youtu.be/GguaYNTuJkc?si=3VLZBy7HUZDKpe9I HSNE podcast: https://linktr.ee/Hsnepod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=6f4ce95e-5efc-44a2-b657-b473aac4fa12 Hurley Studios' Piano-only version: https://youtu.be/w_PbsVHrMx4?si=K7dRSGi6jKu6PmGY VH1 Acoustic version w/ guitar and piano: https://youtu.be/0-HV5m75I4s?si=d1LpNYs3WlmBhsNU 97x Acoustic: https://youtu.be/Mop4OxtynM4 One Tree Hill TV show: https://youtu.be/NWQIZPfJiCk?si=Q2tdtwAdkZgU-mTO & https://youtu.be/h6Fz3VjzyLM?si=6Gtu3KmvCO5cRrn5 MTV News interview, 2016: https://web.archive.org/web/20180327181928/http://www.mtv.com/news/2878848/andrew-mcmahon-the-mixed-tape-jacks-mannequin/ Album Review: https://diamondintherock.wordpress.com/2012/10/10/jacks-mannequin-everything-in-transit-review/
Celeste stopped by to help us celebrate the 2-year anniversary of Tilt at the Wind No More! We took a break from the year of Jack's Mannequin to discuss one of our favorite tracks from the modern era. We also reflect back on recent live shows and look forward to upcoming shows! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/tpJ2cyt4m-s?si=Ckw31qnAoxxAlpyN Live on Holiday From Real cruise, November 2024: https://youtu.be/7FeoJ8XtUHw?si=a-2PdkWcevG-gUns Live in Manhattan, April 2023: https://youtu.be/ZngmzJcBbG8?si=c5pwM31lOyMDJyBN American Songwriter article, 2023: https://americansongwriter.com/review-andrew-mcmahon-sifts-through-his-past-in-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more/ Consequence of Sound article, 2023: https://consequence.net/2023/03/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more-track-by-track/4/
Former guests Hazel Jacks and Lindsay both return to the podcast to talk about another epic Andrew track. The song is in two parts, but this episode is not! We learned that this song is SORT OF the final song on Everything in Transit. We also listen to what Andrew says at the end of the track. We share our excitement about the recently announced Jack's Mannequin tour. Finally, we dig deep into the song that both Hazel and Lindsay picked (separately) so we brought them together! Also, Hazel earns her robe on this episode. Listen to learn more! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/B46oP5CD1gs?si=05m-yxP-Yp5a95SJ Rolling Stone article, 2025: https://shorturl.at/APDVh MFEO on Holiday From Real cruise 2024: https://youtu.be/DjNuPOWIxxk?si=dx9Ll2JnQxjYkvK7 MFEO on Instagram Live, April 2020: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY?si=1ylqZJQ2B5Q9Lcb0&t=3016 MFEO, Live at the El Rey, 2012: https://youtu.be/lxmS71uuE2Q?si=38nwgopwxrI7b6cN
Returning guest Lindsay brings another deep cut to the show, with her choice of a Transit-era B-side that holds some significance in the history of Andrew's career. Should this track have been included on the album, or does it work better in it's life as a Deluxe Edition bonus track? Is this a song we want to hear live this year? What is Lindsay's favorite Andrew song and album? Find it all out here! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/4zSYwcd9pmM?si=nzcvjpcqtkI42VwC College Magazine article, 2011: https://www.collegemagazine.com/cm-interviews-jacks-mannequin/#selection-749.1-749.186 Oral History of Everything in Transit: https://youtu.be/fDuu172htxM?si=OmPuQrc5dj3FNdIu
Author Hazel Jacks returns to the podcast to kick off our celebration of 20 Years in Transit. We're trying to manifest an official tour announcement! Hopefully, soon? Here on the podcast, we're going to talk about several Jack's Mannequin songs in the coming months. Hazel chose to start us off with an emotional one. Join us as we make our own meanings of the heavy lyrics, talk about Andrew's 2005 blog, and touch on other songs of the era as well! We also touch on how this song and others inspire her as she writes and how she incorporates music into her stories. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/vNMAV5uXCLc?si=BxsqEkuJe2nmZWc3 Hazel Jacks' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorhazeljacks/ Order “Surf Road” by Hazel Jacks: https://a.co/d/gs5kff9 Piano-only live, 2008: https://youtu.be/7FmGqLkevaM?si=gY5CsqWBpYmrFjdv Live in Columbus, Ohio, 2023: https://youtu.be/icJ6-xzA4LU?si=g41XjLVY0kyGdXuk Andrew's 2005 blog: https://jacksmannequin.blogs.com/jacksmannequin/2005/03/finally_doing_s.html
Since it's the holiday season, why not a holiday-themed song? Andrew was featured on a holiday track that you may not have heard before with some other familiar names. Learn about how this project came together and why and about Andrew·s involvement with it. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/jDXholWipCM?si=uMz0S1U2J6tdsoBS Must Be Christmas Music Video: https://youtu.be/NIIEmQ0aYjk?si=doEnyd1nhVHBwXOr
This is Part 2 in a 2-part episode: Madelyn, Mike, and I continue our discussion about our Holiday From Real cruise experience. We answer fan-submitted questions about the experience, talk about favorite sets, songs, and moments, and we even give our suggestions about what could make this cruise even better! Plus, our predictions for 2026! Holiday From Real shared fan playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4WZOFaYjXmB0zDrRsVjrKb0zIVUg0U2h&jct=9HVR9eVIxTG3RZH2TRhmZA Steve's HFR videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJngRR1jq_rPAy-fGij49-psX
Mike and Madelyn join the show to tell us about their Holiday From Real cruise experience! Three people who had three different experiences on the boat discuss some favorite moments, unique experiences, and of course the live music! This is part 1 of a 2-part episode. Holiday From Real shared fan playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4WZOFaYjXmB0zDrRsVjrKb0zIVUg0U2h&jct=9HVR9eVIxTG3RZH2TRhmZA Steve's HFR videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJngRR1jq_rPAy-fGij49-psX
Former guests Kristin, Kyle, and Rachel join Sam from the Pub Trivia Podcast for a night of Andrew-themed trivia! We are raising money for the Dear Jack Foundation in this episode. Please feel free to hit the link in the show notes if you'd like to make your own donation before 11/15 and help us raise money to help support young adults and adolescents with a cancer diagnosis. Play along with our contestants and find out who the Most Knowledgeable Andrew McFan is this year! Thank you once again to Sam from the Pub Trivia Podcast for putting together this game for us to raise money for DJF! Donate to Team October's Dear Jack Foundation fundraiser: https://give.dearjackfoundation.org/fundraiser/5672150 Trivia Visual to play along: https://shorturl.at/FJppP Pub Trivia Podcast: https://pubtriviagroup.weebly.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabQ6-5_hrMLR9Y6o-CBMaEwGtTcpbdjvs9E_tndwEz3Up5luDonEWLJxJ8_aem_zT9ZSJ7k1yLt9vnRb3f0qg
Ben, Tommy, and Jesse from Jukebox the Ghost join the podcast to talk about their history as a band, some tour stories, what to expect in their live show, and what they're looking forward to on the Holiday From Real cruise! You don't want to miss this one: they're a fun hang and they'll give you some pro tips for the cruise. Who was Ben texting with during this recording? And what were they texting about? Listen to find out! YouTube Jukebox The Ghost Starter Pack: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJngNtcfMNsKjccQQDPX_OYw-&si=4yzcRwCA2gDiBasK or Spotify Jukebox the Ghost starter pack: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/77NQgybLJtYiEkEskHuZfm?si=fb488b2b8fbd4233 Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jukeboxtheghost Listen to their new EP: https://open.spotify.com/album/7qRmvLcvNArr2OV7nBdqIv?si=Uf5CH_jETy6R4HhdYZqhrQ
We're discussing the second track that brought the Wilderness project together with Something Corporate in preparation for the Out of Office tour. Cindy, who recently arranged and performed a cover of this song with her friend, is our brand new guest to help break down this brand new song! Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/vBM1-SOI_PE?si=k3L918jBt-cj8Ed4 Watch Cindy's cover of “Happy” on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindycarrierviolin/ Andrew's piano-only version of “Happy”: https://youtu.be/HlTPl9lwNEo?si=A0Juli5aPnZmNTHt Live in Seattle, 2024: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-UdTJ0X5nM Digital Journal article: https://www.digitaljournal.com/entertainment/andrew-mcmahon-of-something-corporate-talks-about-their-new-music/article Hashtag Magazine article: https://hashtagmagazine.net/home/2024/7/26/something-corporate-and-andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-release-new-single-happy
Who's ready for a Holiday From Real? We have Sixthman Heather on the show to give us a sneak preview on what to expect on the ship! Get a behind-the-scenes point of view on what it takes to put a party on this scale together and why this may be the vacation of your life. Find out how this event was put together and what to expect when you walk on board. SO MUCH information for you is packed into one episode. Even if you're not sailing with us, there's something in this one for everyone! Join the Holiday From Real facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/881842096385318 Learn more about the cruise: https://www.holidayfromrealcruise.com/ Andrew on the pool deck, Rock Boat 2021: https://youtu.be/16gAhXQbc60?si=edVjZ22czC5j2Bx6
Hear about my experience at the midwest Out of Office Something Corporate shows! *Warning* Setlist spoilers ahead! Relive the most memorable moments with us and other memories made along the way. “Wait” acoustic in Detroit: https://youtu.be/CWA12UaP_bA?si=u7qAGPuNcd5FIQNf Order the upcoming SoCo livestream livestream on veeps: https://veeps.com/somethingcorporate Donate to the Dear Jack Foundation: https://give.dearjackfoundation.org/fundraiser/5672150
Author and music journalist Mike Damante joins us this episode to talk about his time in the pop punk scene and his perspective of what things looked like from the inside. We talk about a favorite track from the early years, a fun song that we still love to shout out the words to today! Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/DPPX6dZT0Vw?si=0zBvEePqlEa7GMSF Mike's links: https://linktr.ee/mikedamante (order his books here!) Hey Suburbia! Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5xyHjw0fV6hy4Wt1gOB9T7?si=86d2dd29942f4cf3 Alternative Press interview, 2010: https://www.altpress.com/if_you_c_jordan_10_years_later_with_something_corporates_andrew_mcmaho/ From the Chicago Tribune: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2015/11/05/andrew-mcmahon-talks-recovery-his-legacy-and-why-he-doesnt-play-konstantine-in-concert/ Live on the Late Late Show by Something Corporate, 2002: https://youtu.be/p7SYWV1LWGo?si=dlALSnf06Vcp_F2P Live by Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, 2023: https://youtu.be/2qi36oWXM1Q?si=XOSxKxUv31ApmGxJ
Rachel joins the show to talk about a more recent Andrew track. We take a break from SoCo summer to discuss how it's helped inspire her to challenge herself in multiple ways. Next, she is raising funds to run in the Marine Corp marathon for the Dear Jack Foundation. The link is below if you'd like to donate to the Dear Jack Foundation on her behalf. Song Visualizer: https://youtu.be/K3Au51VfGwA?si=Nl0lRPOmFEh7WfcS Rachel's Dear Jack Fundraising page for the Marine Corps Marathon: https://donate.hakuapp.com/donations/new?fundraiser=c09f443769be50367135 Rachel's DJF Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/teamimaginationrunningwild Andrew describes the song on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CmhAUM1oU0U/?hl=en American Songwriter article, 2023: https://americansongwriter.com/review-andrew-mcmahon-sifts-through-his-past-in-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more/ Consequence of Sound article, 2023: https://consequence.net/2023/03/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more-track-by-track/4/ Live in Manhattan, April 2023: https://youtu.be/lX2Gn4YEQnI?si=dlXgmTULV_84QD_Y
Steve Jones from the Concert Pipeline podcast recently flew out to Seattle for the SoCo show and had a chance to sit down with Andrew and Josh for an interview. We talk about his experience, we discuss one of Andrew's first ever recorded songs, and we touch on a lot of pop culture references on this one. Steve even asked Andrew to tell us a bit about this song, so we have some audio from the interview to hear from the songwriter himself! Let's take a trip back to the 1980s! Who knew this would be something after all? Original recording on Andrew's solo EP, 1999: https://youtu.be/MYN7xx93aCg?si=o6nbbYAg9rXyjw3u SoCo Ready…Break version: https://youtu.be/0aLF9vNdWxo?si=_udC8HgeOVKsaD2K Homemade Music Video: https://youtu.be/cQg_Rhscc_A?si=kCKPPnQlzchX3SzX Live in Anaheim, December, 2023: https://youtu.be/jdhyRu3yeFU?si=otnQoWDmN75vLRj4 “Unbelievable” by Owl City and Hanson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTWaiwb5QnE
Let's recap our experience on Day 2 of the Four Chord Music Festival 10 to see Something Corporate! Hanging with friends (and making new ones!), being part of this great live music community, and surviving the weather are all themes of this episode! We were so excited to talk about all the bands leading up to SoCo and their set in particular, that I realized we FORGOT to talk about the All-American Rejects set, which I DID enjoy! As long as you're not coming to listen for the AAR set recap, then I think you'll enjoy hearing about the rest of our exciting experience at the festival! Setlist: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/something-corporate/2024/carrie-furnace-pittsburgh-pa-2bab80de.html Only Ashes, live at Four Chord, 2024: https://youtu.be/EhVzEV4Jzco Sign up for Letters With Love zooms: https://www.dearjackfoundation.org/get-involved/ Biggie's Bullies, Bulldog Rescue: https://biggiesbullies.org/
We're doing something a little different for our 80th episode! Here's a song that wasn't written or co-written by Andrew, or even by Josh. But Something Corporate covered this song over 20 years ago and it must have been a significant song for the guys. We explore what makes it so special and learn a bit about the original artist. Are there any Bjork fans here? Something Corporate's cover version: https://youtu.be/6b6Uah-4mtQ?si=Gmrxh_DpIgt6A32O Original version by Bjork: https://youtu.be/cteN9xDkP_w?si=Ghzv2694QN_HXLlm Radiohead's cover version: https://youtu.be/KVvO4mPoZiA?si=dNtwkP7JLa5GMpoR Jason Mraz's cover version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVfoxOBmF8s Live performance by Bjork, 2002: https://youtu.be/6Ua4tkvkweA?si=doCWG52PW_psgLue
Photographer Bailey returns for another end of the album Jack's Mannequin track that resonates with her. We talk about the origin of the song and a potential legacy it could have had, how we relate deeply to this song, Andrew's most fitting album closers, and more! “Casting Lines” short film: https://youtu.be/WaxXjP_Tlc8?si=0vN8WnLhzWazPvTK Bailey's photography website: https://www.baileyelizabethphoto.com/ Bailey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baileyelizabethphoto Track-by-Track commentary: https://youtu.be/EEIphLK-kxw?si=oE-8kJ7bw8thbeP0 Live at the DJF 11/11/11 show: https://youtu.be/wi77XqOzJbk?si=IEFieG6Crbwas7eS Instagram live, 2020: https://youtu.be/qi7cZcc4XSg?si=g2nxy0-wzJW7GPrz&t=1840 Album Review from American Songwriter: https://web.archive.org/web/20181014204259/http://americansongwriter.com/2011/10/jack%e2%80%99s-mannequin-people-and-things/
This one's for the OG and the old-school Something Corporate fans! Morgan and I discuss the musings and vibe of a teenage Andrew and join the ride back to our own teenage years to imagine his mindset for this one. Song: https://youtu.be/nZF-hEaP87U Performed at Blayne's 21s bday party, 2001: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75KvjiqR3W4&t=344s The Galaxy Sessions track list: https://www.last.fm/music/Something+Corporate/Galaxy+Sessions
Kyle Simons of Patterns in Traffic and Harsh Lights returns to the podcast to celebrate the 1-year anniversary of Tilt at the Wind No More! Kyle picked a specific song from the album to focus on for this episode. He helps us break down the song and we discuss how this one represents the entire album well. Kyle provides a songwriter and musician's perspective on this song and we also talk about his two music projects, Patterns in Traffic and Harsh Lights. Song Visualizer: https://youtu.be/rEUZLkuAJs8?si=X472JMiJUYEZrFUn Patterns in Traffic website: https://patternsintraffic.com/ Patterns in Traffic on bandcamp: https://patternsintraffic.bandcamp.com/album/lights-reflections Review of Kyle and Eva's Harsh Lights LP on Chorus.fm: https://chorus.fm/reviews/harsh-lights-watch-the-world-divide/ American Songwriter article, 2023: https://americansongwriter.com/review-andrew-mcmahon-sifts-through-his-past-in-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more/ Consequence of Sound article, 2023: https://consequence.net/2023/03/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more-track-by-track/4/
We have a new guest joining the show to talk about a more modern song that has had a lot of time in setlists on previous tours, but we don't hear talked about too much among the fanbase lately. We talk about what makes this one unique among the discography, draw some comparisons to the latest album, and share our opinions about the songwriting, production, lyrics, and more! Is this one of your favorites? There's also a special treat at the beginning from my daughters and I. Lyric Video: https://youtu.be/a1ZZzu__jw0 Chorus.fm interview: https://chorus.fm/features/interviews/andrew-mcmahon/ Melodic.net interview: https://web.archive.org/web/20170217061803/http://www.melodic.net/?page=news&id=27932 Live at Austin City Limits, 2017: https://youtu.be/30dVYWTYzBk Youtube Paste Studios version, 2017: https://youtu.be/9w76i5aICVM Simlish version: https://youtu.be/yLNwnyI2xog
Kristin joins the podcast to talk about one of her favorite songs by Andrew McMahon. We talk about recent live shows, a special video project she put together for the entire fanbase, and more! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/ZPU8vsl6gyc?si=7G9Sh8XE3hKzGI9I “Snakes on a Plane” Remix version: https://youtu.be/n_MkWIec9DI?si=TikLJuD9TC8JpNh9 Punk Goes Acoustic Version: https://youtu.be/7oHZ2becOqE?si=bK6d2PeFWkFt_62k Kristin's New Friends tour guest singer recap video: https://youtu.be/mjORoLK24LQ?si=hdQcR27-X4zQMsED Bruised, Hello Gone Days Tour, Live 2022: https://youtu.be/_14pqOmC-J0?si=BlAMvEfI5udBlXli Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/H2L8EUg3gro?si=z3sv6qYygtf1At7B&t=1138 Bruised, instrumental version: https://youtu.be/aoDYXBBmxAY?si=nkCyfvqzGmpxlfSC
Author Hazel Jacks joins the podcast again to talk about her latest book and one of the more recent favorite SoCo songs! Her brand new book, Surf Road, has a killer soundtrack that contains the song we're talking about and more old-school emo favorites! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/pDiOHF0Q12A?si=W39NfsFg2_Nll4_P Hazel Jacks' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorhazeljacks/ Order “Surf Road” on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4QSxTBO “Surf Road” soundtrack: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7CagOggw7Lc5aqcZdS3ZPE Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/H2L8EUg3gro?si=WZQqzlsEwODQgW5f&t=920 Yaara's London video, 2015 (live piano-only): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RH6TYAJg2yc Jack's Mannequin, Dayton OH, 2011: https://youtu.be/PK8mMnsH7P4?si=CAFsRjUYFldLvXjq SoCo live at HOB Las Vegas, 2023: https://youtu.be/67kmm3NT0Ec?si=1LjlONcLeaWBF8SQ “10 Essential Andrew McMahon tracks” article: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/best-andrew-mcmahon-songs-marquee-tempe-may-2-9285540 Andrew talks about Watch The Sky, ET online interview: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg?t=333
Tanner joins the podcast to share his Andrew McMahon fan origin story, talk about how the music keeps him connected to friends to this day, and discuss a song that we realize more fans should give another listen. We also learn the legend of the Lost Journal and wonder whether this song is a sequel to one or more older Andrew songs! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/A99Qalfvkuc?si=-dEAGoWTcohVKlfL Live in Cincinnati, 2009: https://youtu.be/virBmd5zcks?si=8JEcZQHF1mDhqROe AP Podcast Interview (The Lost Journal at 20:30 mark): https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fOJrDUsJ6MfXVcKu8Wb5z?si=eunsiGHmSlCbNeaFnhR2DA Buzznet (Live and Acoustic), 2008: https://youtu.be/A99Qalfvkuc?si=-dEAGoWTcohVKlfL Chorus FM interview: https://chorus.fm/features/interviews/andrew-mcmahon-of-jacks-mannequin-4/
Steve Jones from the Concert Pipeline Podcast reports back from the recent SoCo Anaheim show and we dig into one of the band·s biggest hits on record, penned by Josh Partington. Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/Wo_SSAu0H60?si=cxoAHtYiFUzb3JTy Concert Pipeline links: https://www.instagram.com/concertpipeline/?hl=en (links in bio) Louisville Cardinal article, 2003: https://www.louisvillecardinal.com/2005/02/something-corporate-becomes-something-special-with-north/ Live on Jimmy Kimmel, 2003: https://youtu.be/AxFMtO8ojKc?si=Go-6txFrM4p879m0 Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/1zCdperbqgg?si=FJd1Pf4iNXEIFpXi Live and Acoustic on IMX TV, 2003: https://youtu.be/lQMB505sSKo Down The Alley EP version: https://youtu.be/jUYWsPFqtew Live at the HOB Las Vegas, 2023: https://youtu.be/Bs52PJqX5O0?si=vrUZpkb9270dHq36
Andrew Ware returns to the show for Part 2 of a 2-part recap of our experiences at the New Friends tour. We talk through the setlists, tell our favorite moments, and much more! Kill The Messenger, live in Columbus, 2023: https://youtu.be/icJ6-xzA4LU?si=zV24HmjM2Lh04M5l Dark Blue w/ karaoke singer Raihanna Estrada, live in Nashville, 2023: https://youtu.be/mDK90kvE0EM?si=EeOG_yn7swE0cffl Birthday Song w/ karaoke singer Zak, live in Columbus, 2023: https://youtu.be/oZggPLph2Vg?si=nKOfeK7RcP4tbVYK Straw Dog w/ karaoke singer Ace, live in St. Louis, 2023: https://youtu.be/lKk8ZbE5hiU?si=29Ih9pYFEZ7YdA1e New Friends, live in Columbus, 2023: https://youtu.be/r6o3V-kRtkU?si=gY5Fovdo8VvOGgAp or https://youtu.be/kqzVxCA--wc?si=qPqnuFqNEout-X93
Part 1 of a 2-part episode: My daughters join me to tell me their perspective on the latest Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness tour. Then I bring Andrew Ware back so we can compare our own respective experiences on the New Friends tour in Fall 2023! *Warnin
A former guest returns to the show to talk about a unique Jack's Mannequin song that strikes a chord for us both. Tune in as we discuss what this song means to us, what it may have meant to Andrew McMahon at this point in his life, and why we identify with the overall theme. Our guest also brings something very personal to the podcast. “Television” short film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-OVbA4YrWM Live, 2012: https://youtu.be/8x_ulSRnTdw?si=osjBjwwefugp_J8S Live and Acoustic, 2023: https://youtu.be/p_Qrpz9UWMI?si=4Omfy5xp-RFD57Nk Tim Pierce discography: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Pierce_discography Track by Track: https://youtu.be/2aHS_mWo_Wk?si=W-5ZvdUS4Od9t5NO Sputnik.com Album Review: https://www.sputnikmusic.com/review/45911/Jacks-Mannequin-People-and-Things Fuse interview, 2012: https://youtu.be/vUu5yteMBHw?si=pFrN3tsbgT9exya7 Trailer for People and Things album: https://youtu.be/l0Hl3TXuVlI?si=DZXzm0wQd6aBXce7 Simlish version of Television: https://youtu.be/uLotz53w4hE?si=_Usl9rYiqmveE76m
Sam from The Pub Trivia Podcast hosts an all Andrew-themed trivia game for us to help raise money for The Dear Jack Foundation! Listen and play along as hardcore fans and Andrew McMahon experts Kyle, Lindsay, Andrew, Jenna, and Laura compete for prizes. Who will win the ultimate title of Most Knowledge Andrew McFan! Categories: Cities or States Mentioned in Something Corporate Lyrics (Identify the City or State) Host Cities of the Dear Jack Benefit Concert Outside of California (Includes 2023) Jack's Mannequin Songs Featuring F-Bombs Jack's Mannequin Songs Mentioning “Church” Names of People Mentioned in Wilderness Lyrics (Identify the Names - Exclude Any Biblical References) Songs on the Original Release of The Pop Underground Songs on the Original Release of the Self-Titled Wilderness Album (2014) Songs Primarily Credited to Josh Partington on LTTW and/or North US Billboard Alternative Airplay Charting Songs by Andrew and His Bands US Billboard Hot 100 Charting Songs by Andrew and His Bands
Jenna joins the podcast to recap her experience at the WWWY sideshow in Las Vegas and the festival itself! Learn why this was a particularly special show for her and about her fandom in general. HOB Sideshow setlist: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/something-corporate/2023/house-of-blues-las-vegas-nv-3ba0d8e4.html Saturday SoCo WWWY fest setlist: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/something-corporate/2023/las-vegas-festival-grounds-las-vegas-nv-63a0ee4f.html
Bella returns to the show for her 3rd visit to discuss another Something Corporate track, our 4th in the Fall series. We discuss how this song hit us when we first heard it and why it still lives on today among the fans as such an important track. Learn also about the only time we know of that this song has been played in front of a live audience! Original Recording (from Galaxy Sessions): https://youtu.be/arCJB--LTkg?si=EDBIcFS2JtZJe9a2 Re-recording (on Played in Space): https://youtu.be/3Py0lZOq9Oo?si=LDtCqa-usfnDBw-y Live at Blayne's 21st birthday: https://youtu.be/TMwjr4Svpl8?si=ER8C1JahsekjgfX2 April 2020 livestream: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY?si=_v0m-W_Qsfo7FswX Other songs referenced in this episode: https://youtu.be/d8LSBdUKo0c?si=W5gD7AiqeRKArIbd https://youtu.be/oSa1VtZhx2g?si=pXRkfMUHY0sLQIui https://youtu.be/FC3y9llDXuM?si=gMKPRtl2HnxACpQf
Mike Valdes from the Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes Podcast returns for his 3rd song episode! We dive into lyrics, tell stories about where we were when this song hit us and what it meant to us, talk about one of our all-time favorite albums, and then we speculate on the Something Corporate Las Vegas setlist! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/ByS4-h2WYTw?si=jgE-W8GoB_0Y6kCW Mike Valdes' links: https://linktr.ee/mikevaldes Louisville Cardinal article, 2003: https://www.louisvillecardinal.com/2005/02/something-corporate-becomes-something-special-with-north/ Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/uc02Wp1-T0o?si=iS1efNU2Q9yBrJMV Live at DJF VIP Night, 2019: https://youtu.be/pUhkpqievJE?si=_Abm8TLmfJRjGiwf Instagram Live, May 2020: https://youtu.be/Wbz532K9ONA?si=o2NEhW67DVVSnupb&t=1513
Longtime fan Noah joins the show to talk about Something Corporate's final single. We break down the song, talk about some especially favorite lyrics (how do we choose?!), and speculate about the upcoming Vegas shows. Spin your brand new North vinyl and come along for a ride back to 2003. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/hjEap-ha8hY MTV Article: https://www.mtv.com/news/1485841/something-corporate-take-to-the-road-with-ruthless-retribution-mantra/ Yamaha article: https://web.archive.org/web/20030406103258/http://www.yamaha.com/publications/allaccess/winter2003/12mcmahon.htm Entertainment Tonight video interview: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg?t=57 Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/DNeodyrGEhc 97x Radio Acoustic, 2004: https://youtu.be/3aztMFmgKaM Instagram Live, April 2020: https://youtu.be/AestxMoERM4?t=1199
Josh Partington, songwriter of some of our favorite SoCo tunes, joins the podcast! Learn all about a song that Josh chose- find out what inspired the writing (we go DEEP!), get some insight into the band's recording process (some surprises here too!), and hear what he has to say about the upcoming Something Corporate reunion (such as which songs they WON'T be playing)! As a 20+ year fan of his band, I was honored to have Josh as a guest! Official Song Audio: https://youtu.be/fUFstMgNFo8 Live at the 2022 SoCo reunion in Anaheim: https://youtu.be/cNvVowCxE6k?t=3372 Live at Bamboozle, 2010: https://youtu.be/DRnEyC6GekI Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/c5lIhyRzvMM
Sam from the Pub Trivia Podcast returns to the podcast to discuss the lead-off track from a revered Jack's Mannequin album! We talk about where this song found him in his life at the time, why it's special to him, and why I get this one confused with another Jack's song. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/FtfzDKqQ8Bs?si=ptx1f55OPhfCj0lA Live (for the first time) in St. Louis, 2008: https://youtu.be/oguxI_xJygI Instagram Live, May 2020: https://youtu.be/bJGkWPxkkU0?t=308 Altpress Article: https://www.altpress.com/theglasspassenger/ Acoustic in Philly, 2019: https://youtu.be/979mtPVq_X0 Swim (live for the first time), 2008: https://youtu.be/KVRSMQWxTBs?si=jCj8zMC8voxXSnUY
Our new guest Aly and I read some past reviews of this song, talk about that piano melody, speculate about a past job Andrew may have had, compare live show experiences, and of course talk about a song from the early Wilderness era of Andrew McMahon's career.
Sam joins the podcast for the first time to talk about one of the newest songs in the catalog! Our first international guest! She and I talk about the Tilt at the Wind No More album as a whole and our recent Andrew concert experiences. And of course, we talk about some incredible lyrics from this song. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/ooG_-0sgN2k Sam's blog: https://sammyseasons.wixsite.com/sammyseasons/post/thank-you-andrew Sammy's video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ct2Axr_rCKO/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== American Songwriter article, 2023: https://americansongwriter.com/review-andrew-mcmahon-sifts-through-his-past-in-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more/ Consequence of Sound article, 2023: https://consequence.net/2023/03/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more-track-by-track/4/ Andrew interview with Taylor Hanson: https://youtu.be/eD_58oY9iVM
Marci returns to the podcast to review a very special late show we saw in Indy last month! The setlist and the show were very similar to the London livestream! You decide: Did we watch an Andrew McMahon show or an Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness solo show? Call it what you want, but it was fantastic! https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/andrew-mcmahon/2023/hi-fi-annex-indianapolis-in-3ba67490.html Buy London livestream on veeps.com (until July 11): https://veeps.com/andrewmcmahoninthewilderness/3859f166-6949-4c05-a549-20f435c32b31
Lindsay returns to the show to bring us another deep cut. But this time, I actually have my own history with this one! We talk math, science, philosophy and even some ways that Andrew has dropped clues to us over years just like Taylor Swift! But mostly, we talk about a great Jack's Mannequin song! “People, Running” short film: https://youtu.be/HX_i5rrzHyU Track by Track: https://youtu.be/sRHkinMT6Lk Jack's Mannequin performs "Watch The Sky", 2011: https://youtu.be/PK8mMnsH7P4 Sputnik.com Album Review: https://www.sputnikmusic.com/review/45911/Jacks-Mannequin-People-and-Things/
We review our experience at the May 2023 Grand Rapids Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness show. Melissa returns to the podcast to talk setlist, favorite moments, surprises, and more! May 2023 setlists: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vw0KQ0GgEHnwLeAos1C8dqkK9hTFWa8sUekJf6GpH90/edit?usp=sharing Milwaukee set, May 2023: https://youtu.be/7uLx9AK2-_g Fancam from Adjacent Music Festival, May 2023: https://youtu.be/zyAejb8BDQg The Cheshire Cat doorstop story: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT81aCTmb/
Carolyn joins the podcast to talk about some special bonds she formed through Andrew·s music and we discuss a favorite track from the SoCo era. Lots of talk about live shows, the new Wilderness album, and of course, Carolyn·s favorite song! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/Sscmn8Mj7uI Live in Melbourne, 2011: https://youtu.be/PvVrZn4BBZA Live at Andrew's 40th B-day, Sept 2022: https://youtu.be/b6G7Fkv9aEc Dr. McMahon, PhD in setlist creation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHn0YDw8QLg Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/7C8kHwm8lJA?t=1258
Melissa joins the podcast to discuss a hit song from the Jack's era, which also doubles as a fan favorite! This anthem has been a staple among the fanbase for over a decade. We also talk about upcoming shows, her past concert history, and what this song means to her personally. Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/3UgGe50SbeI Live on Hello Gone Days, 2022: https://youtu.be/8tl62hyQJr8 Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/ZAbGMYRNunA?t=1911 Altpress Article: https://www.altpress.com/theglasspassenger/ Buzznet, Acoustic, 2008: https://youtu.be/QmIhKF1BqCg Acoustic (The Resolution EP): https://www.mp3va.com/jacks-mannequin-the-resolution-ep-r544369 Making of the music video: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcjdU3X7JtQ8CibVj2xzqn94hh4AbxRVe
Kyle Simons writes and performs music as Patterns in Traffic and draws inspiration from the music of Andrew McMahon, as well as other artists we know and love. He joins the podcast to discuss a deeper cut that means a lot to him. He also brings with him a special treat for Andrew fans that you won't want to miss! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/fek4IrTtMdQ Patterns in Traffic website: https://patternsintraffic.com/ Patterns in Traffic on bandcamp: https://patternsintraffic.bandcamp.com/album/lights-reflections River Front Times article: https://www.riverfronttimes.com/music/in-sickness-and-in-health-2454989 AbsolutePunk.net interview: https://youtu.be/unTr3D-pZYo
Dr. Troy Campbell joins the podcast to discuss his fandom of Andrew's music and how he incorporates lyrics into his college lessons and his own artwork. In this episode, we take an academic perspective on one of the oldest, but well-remembered songs from Andrew's early years as a songwriter. Ready…Break version: https://youtu.be/r9ZMz4gRPy0 LTTW version: https://youtu.be/IgNQxsqf0fM Troy's website: https://www.troy-campbell.com/ Live on the Rock Boat XXI, 2021: https://youtu.be/709LfwP2thM Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/ZAbGMYRNunA?t=1642 Acoustic, 2003: https://youtu.be/P8MDoyIajRo Making the Band, S1 finale: https://youtu.be/cl4G4cZxQCM?t=168 Entertainment Weekly interview, 2017: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg?t=462
Noah returns to the podcast after 2 years to bring us another Andrew song from the modern era that speaks to him. We share our thoughts on this rarity and may give you a whole new appreciation for it too! Also, find out what happened to Noah at his very first Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness show last Fall! Song Audio: https://youtu.be/rd82X18M1Is Instagram Live, May 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi7cZcc4XSg&t=1236s
A first for the podcast - Chantel and I discuss a newer song by a DIFFERENT artist that Andrew featured on. Anticipated by Jukebox The Ghost and Andrew McMahon fans alike for years, these two artists share some qualities, and plenty of fans, in common. Find out what happens when these two powerhouse piano-rock artists come together on a track for the first time ever. Learn more about Jukebox the Ghost and check out Chantel's "JTG Starter Pack" tracklist below! Music Video: https://youtu.be/DH00mnAiuMU Brian Phillips at Born & Raised Entertainment: https://www.bornandraisedentertainment.com/clients/brian-phillips Jukebox the Ghost tour tickets: https://www.jukeboxtheghost.com/#tour-page-section Listen to “Fame-ish”, Jukebox the Ghost's new podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7nkLXS4nCKvmbJVbBYRApP?si=5c7cdd414e314cb6 Jukebox the Ghost Starter Pack playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJngNtcfMNsKjccQQDPX_OYw-
Author Hazel Jacks joins the podcast for her second visit! She has just released a new book, "Return to Saltaire", the sequel to her romance novel released late last year. The song we chose to talk about today plays a role in her new book- it's not only special to each of us, but also to the main characters in her story! Hear our thoughts on the song and learn about Hazel's new novel that this song helped in part to inspire. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/HmVuY4ZsyZc Hazel Jacks' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorhazeljacks/ Order “Return to Saltaire”: https://mybook.to/returntosaltaire “Return to Saltaire” soundtrack: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5TFAYD1lFovwa87EaRDgTP?si=aad1704f1c7c4c36 Fan-made Music Video: https://youtu.be/jppF7zt4sak Full band live in Philadelphia, 2012: https://youtu.be/18x5hqaNzWc Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/7C8kHwm8lJA?t=654 Nylon.com Article 2020: https://www-nylon-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.nylon.com/nylon-nights/andrew-mcmahon-15-years-of-everything-in-transit-drive-in-concert/amp?usqp=mq331AQFKAGwASA%3D&fbclid=IwAR0nadX4b1anWhSf1A8B15rkzhyDtrS9uMI3-pOt1HM6GN-pZ0fI4obJTuM&_js_v=0.1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nylon.com%2Fnylon-nights%2Fandrew-mcmahon-15-years-of-everything-in-transit-drive-in-concert
Photographer Bailey Elizabeth Rogers joins the podcast to discuss a song that has had significant meaning in her life for many years, and how the music may have helped save her career and her life. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/EBeem8q9TD0 Bailey Elizabeth's website: https://www.baileyelizabethphoto.com/ Piano-only version, 2008 (shortened version): https://youtu.be/j_WaGh0NqcU Piano-only version, Dear Jack VIP Night 2019: https://youtu.be/aOEYMqx3Bm4 Article: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/best-andrew-mcmahon-songs-marquee-tempe-may-2-9285540
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