Two Tape Decks Podcast

Jay Mac discovers the benefits of wearing a trench coat to a certain movie franchise.

Jay and Sam play "Green Doorway", a song from Tomorrow Never Knows next EP(coming soon). Plus, they give their perspective on The Beatles "Get Back" documentary.

What if Elvis and the Stones covered each other's songs? With Jean and Jena Haffner of The Record Exchange in St. Louis.

Jay Mac and Sam welcome Jean and Jena Haffner of the iconic St. Louis record shop, The Record Exchange. They discuss how Jean got into the business and hear some behind the scene stories from nearly 45 years in the business. Recorded Nov. 7 2021

George Lucas makes an odd request. With David M. Treadway.

Jay Mac and Sam welcome writer, actor and director David M. Treadway to the show to chat about film scores and the relationship between composer and director.

You discover that your neighbor is a vigilante superhero. Now what? With Ben Wade.

Jay Mac and Sam gather around the campfire with return guest Jared Oliver for a very special Halloween episode full of ghost stories, spooky scenarios and funny conversation. Featuring an original score by Sam Wade.

The Fellowship of the Ring confronts Gandalf on a touchy subject.

Ben Wade joins Sam and Jay as they listen to several examples of popular songs being copied or outright stolen from other artists.

How far would you be willing to go to defend your band's rehearsal space?

Jay and Sam discuss great guitar players that you could build a band around.

B-Sides #27 Luke Skywalker And Han Solo Bar Fight by Two Tape Decks Podcast

Jay Mac and Sam welcome Andre Cataldo of Dear Genre on the show to talk about his new single "Body Of Water" released on Oct 1. They also dive into the origins of the band name, his writing process and plans for the future. Featuring the songs "Body Of Water" and "Shoot The Freak"

An amazing, young guitarist shows off his skills!

Jay Mac and Sam discuss the classic rock record So Long Ago The Garden by controversial artist Larry Norman. Though not a widely known album today, it still has something great to offer nearly 50 years after its original release on MGM Records in 1973.

Jay and Sam wonder how they would hold up on the long-running television show "Survivor".

Sam and Jay Mac welcome songwriter Willie Edward Smith to the show to talk about inspiration and songwriting process.

Your hosts discuss a potential cure for baldness with one small side effect. With Joel Dodson.

Jay Mac and Sam talk about artists that broke away from their bands to go solo.

Jay and Sam discuss a time-travel scenario.

In a special episode, Jay Mac and Sam welcome back musician and producer, Joel Dodson to discuss the making of 'Tributaries' (the new full-length record by Sam Wade). They go behind the scenes including comparisons of song demos to final versions plus the discuss the inspiration and influences that shaped the sounds. Featuring the songs "Confession", "Save My Soul", "Edge Of Town" and "Morning Star" from 'Tributaries'. Hear the full album on all major streaming services.

A plot hole in a classic movie is pondered. With Ryan Taylor of Yeah Huh.

Are there secret messages buried in popular music? Listen in as Sam and Jay find several potential examples in songs you hear almost every day.

How would you handle an uncle who constantly told everyone that he'd been abducted by aliens? With Emilio and Patrick from the band Occults.

Sam and Jay Mac welcome Ryan Taylor of North Texas rock band Yeah Huh to show to talk about songwriting, performing and catching lightning in a bottle while recording. Featuring the single "Head Voice" by Yeah Huh.

Jay, Sam and David Sangster discuss an imaginary party at Graceland involving Elvis and a risky dare.

Sam and Jay Mac welcome Patrick Lawrence and Emilio Hernadez of Post-Punk/Shoegaze duo Occults to talk about their new single, the origins of their band name and producing music remotely. Featuring the single "Physical" by Occults.

Sam drops a frightening scenario on Jay Mac!

Listen as Sam and Jay have a conversation with David Sangster about life as a musician with Parkinson's disease and his work as an advocate for others living with PD.

Jay Mac and Sam discuss the pros and cons of being either a vampire or a werewolf.

In another installment of ICONS, Jay Mac and Sam chat about the legendary Tom Petty.

Jay Mac imagines snooping on a neighbor with some shady behavior. With Ross Christopher.

Sam and Jay Mac welcome composer, singer-songwriter and producer Ross Christopher to the show to discuss his process and new ventures into ambient music. Featuring the single "They Are My Love" by Ross Christopher.

Jay and Sam discuss a scenario involving the Fab Four in a survival situation.

This week Jay Mac and Sam explore the idea of Rock mythology including Robert Johnson's deal with the devil, the Paul Is Dead legend, the heavy metal antics of Ozzy Osbourne and others.

Jay Mac and Sam imagine what would happen if legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan took on a full grown chimpanzee. With Sue Paine Luther.

Emerging singer-songwriter, Sue Paine Luther joins Jay Mac and Sam to discuss her new single and chasing inspiration during the songwriting process. Featuring the single "Waking Dawn" by Sue Paine Luther.

Jay Mac imagines a bizarre scenario involving a sasquatch. With Jimmy and Eli Britton.

In our continuing special series, ICONS, Sam and Jay Mac welcome special guests Jimmy Britton and Eli Britton to dive into the monolith band Radiohead.

Jay, Sam and special guest Ben Wade compare two of rock and roll's great front men.

Jay Mac and Sam welcome back to the show Ben Wade to highlight several bands that feature siblings.

Sam and Jay share two movies that scared them as kids.

Sam and Jay talk about their favorite rock and roll movies.

Jay asks Sam and Talker Fields how they would react to a former member of the Mafia moving in next door.

Talker Fields joins Sam and Jay Mac to discuss his new EP, songwriting, production and being brave with your creativity. Featuring the single "Purple Stains" by Talker Fields.

Jay and Sam discuss a bizarre scenario involving a syringe wielding doctor.

Jay Mac and Sam recall some of their favorite concert going experiences.

This week on B-Sides, an interesting conversation from the cutting room floor about Chernobyl now.

In our continuing special series, ICONS, we chat about the one and only Dolly Parton. With over 5 decades in music and the awards and hit singles to prove it, Dolly has been cemented as a national treasure and music icon.

Jay sets up an Old West scenario involving two legends of country music. With Rachael Leycroft