Podcasts about The Monkees

Phones ring on the topic: THE CRAP YOU LOVE! You know it's really objectively horrible, but you love it anyway! We hear from callers both familiar and new about their favorite bad things! Author, archivist and friend of the show ANDREW SANDOVAL returns to talk about his brand new book THE KINKS – ALL DAY AND ALL OF THE NIGHT: The Day-By-Day Story Pt 1: 1940-1971. Tom and Andrew go deep into Kinks trivia, discuss Andrew's previous books about the Monkees, and some of his past work as an archivist! Plus, Tom gets a call from JERRY JEFF JEFFERSON IN NEWBRIDGE MEWS!SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES!https://www.patreon.com/TheBestShowWATCH THE BEST SHOW LIVE EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT 6PM PT ON TWITCHhttps://www.twitch.tv/bestshow4lifeFOLLOW THE BEST SHOW:https://twitter.com/bestshow4lifehttps://instagram.com/bestshow4lifehttps://tiktok.com/@bestshow4lifehttps://www.youtube.com/bestshow4lifeTHE BEST SHOW IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASThttps://thebestshow.nethttps://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/the-best-showHEARD IT ON THE BEST SHOW PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/2XIpICdeecaBIC2kBLUpKL?si=07ccc339d9d84267See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#382 - Patriots are BACK. Hey hey we're The Monkees. 2gether. Throb's controversial football advice. Snobby shopping. Fancy bowls. Eating illness. How to eat.

Celebrating a Quarter-Century of Animal Radio Join us for a special celebration of America's favorite and longest-running pet show. Animal Radio looks back at the last 24 seasons with guest appearances by Actor Ed Asner, Dog Wig Maker Ruth Regina, The Monkees' Davy Jones, Comedian Paul Reiser, Actor Dick Van Patten, Singer Donny Osmond, and a final bow from Vladae The World Famous Russian Dog Wizard, Dog Trainer Alan Kabel, News Director Lori Brooks, Executive Producer Judy Francis, Groomer Joey Villani, Veterinarian Dr. Debbie and your host Hal Abrams. Listen Now If You Are Anxious, Your Dog May Be Feeling The Stress, Too Numerous studies have found that dogs and their owners can experience synchronized emotions and stress levels, especially during acutely stressful or exciting activities. A new study followed dogs and their owners to see how stress hormones in animals and humans changed over time. The results suggest that if the owner is stressed, then the dog is also likely to mirror that stress. The researchers then took hair samples from the dogs and their owners to test for the stress-related hormone cortisol, which can be detected in hair. They found that dog cortisol levels mirror the personality traits of their owners. Maybe even more interesting was that the owner's personality influenced the dog's cortisol level, rather than the dog's personality itself. Listen Now Read more about this week's show.

We're just trying to be friendly! As a lead in to our next main episode, we're backtracking to the 60s. The Monkees were legit, and deserve to be in the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame, that's the gist of it. But we've got more of the Monkees! Like always, we'll dig a little deeper, and provide research and analysis on this singular Pop Culture phenomenon. Visit our Patreon for ad-free versions of our podcast, and more. www.rocknrollarchaeology.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 TVC 720.5: Award-winning radio producer Doug Thompson talks to Ed about working with Ringo Starr on the nationally syndicated radio series Ringo's Yellow Submarine; with Jim Henson on both The Dark Crystal and The Fantastic Miss Piggy Special; and with The Monkees on a radio documentary that Doug produced for broadcast in Canada in 1967.

Michael, Ethan, and special guest Jacob discuss the short story “The Devil and Tom Walker,” by Washington Irving, while drinking Suntory Toki Japanese whisky.In this episode:Is Michael the devil?What gives Benet the right?Pedestrian deals with the devilFaust scoreboard so far: 2 damned, 2 saved, 1 (?????)Honesty and deeper honestyGod terms, devil terms, and Deadpool termsRules, rules, we want more rulesHey hey we talk about the Monkees! (Also The Devil's Advocate, The Simpsons, and, inevitably, Star Trek)“Little brothers should always let their older brothers go first.” - Book of Hezekiah 14:12The Devil and Daniel Webster — 1941 filmNext time Michael and Ethan will discuss The Memory of Whiteness, by Kim Stanley Robinson! Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from you! And submit your homework at the Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch page. Join us on GoodReads!Get on our Substack!Donate to our Patreon! MUSIC & SFX: "Kessy Swings Endless - (ID 349)" by Lobo Loco. Used by permission. "The Grim Reaper - II Presto" by Aitua. Used under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License. "Thinking It Over" by Lee Rosevere. Used under an Attribution License.(Links to books & products are affiliate links.)

The new film ‘Song Sung Blue' is about a Neil Diamond tribute band and stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. Before Diamond began recording his own hits like “Solitary Man,” “Cherry, Cherry,” “America,” and “Sweet Caroline,” he wrote songs for other musicians, including The Monkees. Diamond spoke with Terry Gross in 2005. Also, the hit HBO medical drama ‘The Pitt' is back for season two. Noah Wyle plays the veteran attending physician in a Pittsburgh emergency room. The actor/producer spoke with Dave Davies about his tenure on ‘ER' and putting scrubs back on for ‘The Pitt.' Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Discograffiti is the deep-dive podcast for music obsessives. In this episode, we feature the next entry in The Chuck Granata Pet Sounds Interview Series: it's Part 2 of Chuck's chat with his close friend, legendary bassist Carol Kaye. This time around, they're joined by Chuck's bassist buddy, Ammo. Carol is one of the most prolific bass guitarists in rock and pop music, playing on an estimated 10,000 recordings during a career spanning over 65 years. She actually started doing session work in 1957 on guitar, and after a bassist failed to turn up to a session in 1963, she switched to that instrument, quickly making a name for herself as one of the most in-demand session players of the 1960s. She's appeared on sessions by Frank Sinatra, Simon & Garfunkel, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, The Temptations, The Four Tops, and The Monkees. The intro on Glen Campbell's “Wichita Lineman”? She came up with that. Of course, that's also Carol plucking away on The Beach Boys albums Today!, Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!), Pet Sounds, and Smile. Most famously, Kaye's bass lines are the driving force behind “Good Vibrations”, one of her many number 1 hits.  Here's just a few of the many things that Carol discusses with Discograffiti in this podcast: What Murry Wilson was like at that time; The love that Chuck Britz had for Brian, especially during his dark time in the 1970s; Carol's views on Paul McCartney's bass playing; Her nightmare story of working with producer Joe Thomas; And Carol's absolutely brilliant way of explaining why Brian's music connected with people in such a big way. Sneak Peek: linktr.ee/discograffiti For the full, ad-free, 54-minute podcast, either subscribe to Discograffiti's Patreon at the Private Tier or higher, or just grab the episode as a one-off at the same link. The Full Podcast: Patreon.com/Discograffiti

Hey hey, They were the Monkees.

Discograffiti is the deep-dive podcast for music obsessives. In this episode, we feature the next entry in The Chuck Granata Pet Sounds Interview Series: it's Part 2 of Chuck's chat with his close friend, legendary bassist Carol Kaye. This time around, they're joined by Chuck's bassist buddy, Ammo. Carol is one of the most prolific bass guitarists in rock and pop music, playing on an estimated 10,000 recordings during a career spanning over 65 years. She actually started doing session work in 1957 on guitar, and after a bassist failed to turn up to a session in 1963, she switched to that instrument, quickly making a name for herself as one of the most in-demand session players of the 1960s. She's appeared on sessions by Frank Sinatra, Simon & Garfunkel, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, The Temptations, The Four Tops, and The Monkees. The intro on Glen Campbell's “Wichita Lineman”? She came up with that. Of course, that's also Carol plucking away on The Beach Boys albums Today!, Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!), Pet Sounds, and Smile. Most famously, Kaye's bass lines are the driving force behind “Good Vibrations”, one of her many number 1 hits.  Here's just a few of the many things that Carol discusses with Discograffiti in this podcast: Brian's psychological difficulties; A nerd's fantasy: a rundown of her equipment; The corruption she experienced firsthand while working for Motown; The music she liked and didn't like playing; The particularities of the legendary studios in which she recorded; And just setting the record straight in general, about absolutely everything. Sneak Peek: linktr.ee/discograffiti For the full, ad-free, 43-minute bonus podcast, either subscribe to Discograffiti's Patreon at the Major Tier or higher, or just grab the episode as a one-off at the same link. The Full Podcast: Patreon.com/Discograffiti

National bacon day. Entertainment from 1999. Soviet Union formed, 1st color tv's went on sale, One of worst building fire's in US history in Chicago. Todays birthdays - Bo Diddley, Del Shannon, Michael Nesmith, Davy Jones, Jeff Lynne, Suzy Bogguss, Tracey Ullman, Tyrese Gibson. Dawn Wells died.(2024)Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard       http://defleppard.com/I love bacon - The Hungry Food BandSmooth - Santana   Rob ThomasBreathe - Faith HillBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent     http://50cent.com/Bo Diddley - Bo DiddleyRunaway - Del ShannonHey hey were the Monkees - The MonkeesDay dream believer - The MonkeesDon't bring me down - ELOHey Cinderella - Suzy BoggussThey don't know - Tracey UllmanHow you gonna act like that - TyreseExit - In my dreams - Dokken      http://dokken.net/cooolmedia.com

The GIJOE Holiday Special was produced by Joe Slepski and Ted Jacobson Written by Joe Slepski Musical Segments produced by Ted Jacobson All GIJOE characters are owned by Hasbro and celebrity voices were impersonated. Except Santa Claus. He's very real. This is a loving tribute to our favorite afterschool cartoon, filtered through the legendary Star Wars Holiday Special and an absolute joy to put together due to the incredible talents of our cast. Derrick LeMont (Alpine) is a super talented actor and delight to work with, based out of Los Angeles. You've seen him on Black Lightning and the TV series Them! Check out his IMDB page and follow him! Rammel Chan (Quick Kick) is one of my great creative friends, who took time from his busy stage and screen career (Chicago Med, Somebody Somewhere, I Used to Go Here) to lend us his brilliance. Watch his IMDB page for some exciting new ventures! Joe Goltz (Bazooka) is a longtime creative partner of mine, friend and more importantly, an amazing Trombone player in the Youngblood Brass Band. If you don't know them, educate yourself and thank me later. Paul Galliano (Firefly) Paul is an actor that always delivers, a major GIJOE friend and more importantly a great friend of mine. One of the nicest, most talented people you'll ever know, give him a follow and a Yo Joe! Mark Silgalis (Major Bludd) has been a friend of mine since High School! He played Bludd in our Cold Slither episode and absolutely showed up with his performance here! Bulldogs for life! Phil Morris (Mr. T) Phil Morris is a Hollywood staple. You've seen him on Knight Rider, Star Trek, Mission: Impossible, Doom Patrol, he was Smallville's Martian Manhunter, and he is Seinfeld's Jackie Chiles! What a gentleman and friend, follow Phil and give him some GIJOE fan love. Doug Erholtz (Jackie Love) previously our Columbo, brought DIC's very own Jackie Love to life. Doug has voiced dozens of Anime and Video Game characters, from Street Fighter's Vega, Final Fantasy's Squall to the main Care Bear himself, Grumpy Bear. Find him at fan conventions and say hello from Joe on Joe! Mike Irrizzary (General Hawk) of the What's on Joe Mind Podcast once again returned as General Hawk and he's so good, we need to lobby Hasbro to cast him officially. Mike is a great friend and podcaster and you need to listen to What's on Joe Mind every week! Plug the show! Josh Eggebeen (Tiger Force Outback) Josh runs the After Action Report books and you won't find a more comprehensive look at the comic books of GIJOE than the AAR Books. Check them out! Colton Adams (Tollbooth) is a young actor making a big splash on stage and screen, as his growing IMDB page can attest to. He's such a bright light and I am insanely proud to see him following his dreams. John Pearson (Shipwreck) doesn't realize I'm going to be writing Shipwreck stories where he and Polly get into wacky adventures and Shipwreck learns life lessons. This talent is now in the fold! Josh D. King (Dee-Jay) is a multi-hyphenate talent. Not only is he a musical force, with songs on Spotify and Apple music, but has a new clothing brand, Incklined and a wonderfully successful children's book, I'm a Brilliant Little Black Boy. I was so happy he could join us, as I've been friends with his incredible father for many years now. Talent doesn't fall far from the tree! Our Satin and Weird Al musical segments were written and produced by Ted Jacobson! Wonderful writing brought to life by the vocal stylings of Chiquita Bakana as Satin, and the trio of Rocky Sams, Dimitry Karev & Micko D performing the Weird Al Polka Tribute. Ted has put together complete music videos to go with them on his BarkingFridge YouTube channel. Follow him and subscribe! Matt Plassman (Mainframe) is still tracking Santa, from writers rooms across Hollywood. An incredibly talented writer and continues to bring Mainframe to delightfully nerdy life. Monkees for life. Kevin Brennan (Wild Bill) Everything is bigger in Texas, but nothing bigger than the heart on Writer, Actor and Producer Kevin Brennan. Look for his hilarious movie, It's a Disaster on streamers everywhere. Chrisi Talyn Saje and Jeremy Saje (Cobra Newscasters) Chrisi is the force behind an amazing radio drama podcast, Madison On The Air. With Jeremy as producer, Madison travels through real life vintage radio dramas, bringing modern ridiculousness to vintage episodes. Give that show a listen and follow, they're wonderful friends. Lizzie Czerner (Mary Lou Retton) is just talent through and through. You've heard her before on our My Special Missions episode and she played Satin in our Cold Slither Behind the Rock. This time she brought the effervescent and iconic Mary Lou Retton to pre-recorded life. Brilliant! Rebekah Walendzak Slepski (Cover Girl) Toilet'eel herself brought our favorite Wolverine driver to life. Rebekah is as talented as she is lovely, sharp witted and the kindest sketch comedy instructor/union organizer/actress/writer/director you'll ever meet. None of this would happen without her, so blame her. And as always, I thank you listeners for your years of support, as we head into our 10th year of doing Joe on Joe! I appreciate you more than you'll ever know. And now you Joe, and Joeing is half the battle. Subscribe to the Joe on Joe Podcast! www.joeonjoe.com Apple Podcasts PodBean YouTube Help Support the Show thru Patreon! @JoeonJoepod on  Twitter Facebook Instagram Email Me Here!

You're invited to an unforgettable surprise celebration for someone truly special! Join Chuck E. Cheese and his friends for a magical Christmas adventure filled with music, laughter, and holiday cheer. Alongside his pals Helen Henny, Jasper Jowls, Bella Brinca, Munch, and Pasqually, Chuck E. creates a plan to throw a surprise party to lift Santa's Christmas spirit! But surprising the man who “sees you when you're sleeping and knows when you're awake” won't be easy. Can the gang pull it off in time to save Christmas? Get ready to sing along as this Christmas special debuts two cheerful new tunes that are bound to be Christmas classics, co-written by Barry, Moncrief, composer Ben Bromfield (“Ginny & Georgia”), and Barry's father, legendary songwriter Jeff Barry, (songwriter of “I'm A Believer” for The Monkees, “Sugar Sugar”, for The Archies, and “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” popularized by Darlene Love, Mariah Carey, and Michael Bublé). Written and executive produced by Zac Moncrief and Jon Colton Barry (“Phineas & Ferb,” “Be Cool Scooby-Doo!”), A Chuck E. Cheese Christmas features a voice cast that includes Nathan Kress (“iCarly”) as Chuck E. Cheese, with Grey Griffin (“Avatar: The Last Airbender”), Nolan North (“Uncharted)”, Kari Wahlgren (“Rick & Morty”), Fred Tatasciore (“Kung Fu Panda 2”) and Michael Gough (“Doc McStuffins”). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Musical Journey Through the Final Week of December: This Week in Music History As the calendar year draws to a close, the week of December 22nd through December 28th stands as a powerful reminder that music history never sleeps—not even during the holidays. In this captivating episode of “This Week in Music History,” hosts Buzz Knight and Harry Jacobs take listeners on an extraordinary journey through decades of musical milestones, tragic losses, and triumphant achievements that have shaped the soundtrack of our lives. The conversation opens with a poignant reflection on the end of another year of exploring music’s rich tapestry. Buzz muses on how, despite covering similar calendar dates year after year, they continue to uncover new stories and perspectives. “When you think about it, you would think, well, if you do it year after year, you’re going to be talking about the same things,” Buzz observes. “And the truth is, we continue to uncover new and different things.” This sentiment perfectly captures the infinite depth of music history and the endless stories waiting to be told. The Clash’s Revolutionary Voice Falls Silent December 22nd marks the anniversary of one of punk rock’s most devastating losses—the death of Joe Strummer in 2002. Born John Meller, the Clash frontman passed away from pneumonia at a time when his influence on music and culture was still reverberating through generations of artists. The Clash represented more than just a band; they were a political and social force that challenged conventions and inspired countless musicians to use their platform for more than entertainment. Strummer’s legacy as a voice for the disenfranchised and his commitment to authentic, passionate rock and roll continues to inspire artists today. A Candle in the Wind That Lost Its Luster The hosts touch on Elton John’s iconic “Candle in the Wind,” originally written about Marilyn Monroe in 1967. While the song initially resonated as a beautiful tribute, its later reworking for Princess Diana’s funeral created what Buzz describes as “overkill.” The constant repetition following Diana’s tragic death in 1997 caused the song to lose some of its original emotional impact for many listeners. This phenomenon speaks to how even the most beautiful pieces of music can become dulled through overexposure, demonstrating the delicate balance between honoring memory and respecting the power of restraint. Cheap Trick’s Complex Family Dynamics A fascinating deep dive into the internal dynamics of Cheap Trick reveals the complicated nature of band relationships and business structures. Rick Nielsen, the legendary guitar player known for his collection of hundreds of guitars—including his famous five-neck Hamer guitar—represents the performative and creative heart of Cheap Trick. The band’s 2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction marked a peak moment, but beneath the surface lay complex tensions. The departure of bassist Bunny Carlos and the subsequent addition of Rick Nielsen’s son, Dax, initially appeared to follow the pattern of other famous rock family transitions, like Michael Anthony’s replacement by Wolfgang Van Halen in Van Halen. However, the reality proved far more nuanced. Buzz’s research uncovered ongoing strife within the band, though Carlos remains part of the Cheap Trick corporation—a business structure similar to Journey’s arrangement with Steve Perry. This setup ensures that founding members maintain ownership stakes even when they’re no longer actively touring, though it can also create lasting tension and legal complications. The hosts explore the darker side of band politics, touching on stories of sabotage and ego clashes. There are tales of Journey band members allegedly pulling on Steve Perry’s microphone cord during performances to make him trip—petty acts of revenge that reveal the intense pressures and personalities at play in successful rock bands. Yet they also note that time can heal wounds, pointing to Perry and Neal Schon’s apparently warm relationship at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, despite whatever conflicts may have existed in their past. The Therapeutic Approach: A New Model for Band Longevity In a refreshing counterpoint to tales of band dysfunction, Buzz shares insights from his conversation with The Head and the Heart on his “Music Saved Me” podcast. This indie pop alternative band has taken an innovative approach to managing interpersonal relationships: group therapy. Band members openly discuss how they’ve used professional counseling to navigate the challenges of creative collaboration, life on the road, and the inevitable conflicts that arise when passionate artists work together for years. This revelation prompts fascinating speculation about how many legendary bands might have avoided breakups, lawsuits, and lasting bitterness if they’d embraced therapy earlier. The deeply personal nature of musical creation—leaving your heart exposed in every performance, every recording—makes these relationships particularly vulnerable to conflict. As Harry notes, “even if it’s a drummer or a bass player, it’s still your piece of that performance of that song you left your heart out there.” The music exists forever as a testament to that vulnerability, creating permanent emotional stakes that can intensify disagreements and hurt feelings. Joe Cocker: A Voice That Couldn’t Be Contained The passing of Joe Cocker at age 70 in 2014 brings reflection on an artist whose expressive, explosive performances made him unforgettable. While 70 might not seem particularly old from our current vantage point—as Buzz and Harry, approaching 60 and 70 respectively, can attest—Cocker’s hard-living lifestyle took its toll. His performances were legendary, inspiring John Belushi’s spot-on “Saturday Night Live” impersonation that Cocker himself found hilarious. Cocker’s career highlights include his cover of The Beatles’ “With a Little Help from My Friends,” which became the theme for the television series “The Wonder Years,” and “Up Where We Belong,” his duet with Jennifer Warnes from the film “An Officer and a Gentleman.” The latter song became inextricably linked with that powerful film starring Richard Gere and Lou Gossett Jr., whose portrayal of a drill instructor was genuinely frightening and contributed to one of cinema’s most memorable moments—Gere’s character’s desperate declaration: “I got nowhere else to go.” Eddie Vedder: The Humble Superstar December 23rd celebrates the birthday of Eddie Vedder, born in 1964, whose appreciation for musical history and those who came before him sets him apart in an industry often dominated by ego. The hosts draw parallels to Dave Grohl, noting how both artists exhibit genuine humility and respect for their influences. Vedder’s collaborations with Neil Young, particularly their version of “Rockin’ in the Free World,” helped establish his credibility beyond Pearl Jam circles, while his passionate renditions of The Who’s classics—especially “Love, Reign o’er Me”—have become legendary in their own right. Vedder’s versatility shines through in his cover work, from The Waiting by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers to The English Beat’s “Save It for Later,” featured in the television series “The Bear.” His interpretation of Tom Petty’s “Room at the Top” particularly resonates, described as “so beautiful” in its delicate handling of Petty’s original composition. The discussion of “The Bear” opens a tangent about the show’s exceptional soundtrack curation, featuring all Tom Petty covers including a barn-burning version of “Runnin’ Down the Dream” by Larkin Poe. Despite Pearl Jam’s reputation for deep cuts and extensive catalogs—which might intimidate casual fans—the hosts acknowledge being captivated whenever they hear Vedder sing anything. His voice and interpretive skills transcend the barrier of familiarity, making even unknown material compelling. The Unsung Guitar Legends of Country Music The conversation shifts to Glen Campbell, whose passing on December 24th prompts reflection on his extraordinary but often underappreciated guitar skills. Campbell represents a generation of country musicians whose technical prowess gets overshadowed by genre stereotypes. Like Roy Clark, Campbell could do virtually anything on guitar, yet many people don’t associate country music with virtuoso instrumentalists. Campbell’s session work tells the story of his versatility—he played on albums by The Monkees, The Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, and soundtracks for Elvis films and Phil Spector productions. This breadth demonstrates how the Nashville studio system produced some of the most skilled musicians in any genre, even if they didn’t always receive recognition outside country music circles. The discussion of Campbell also touches on Brian Wilson’s 1964 breakdown, a tragic moment that had long-lasting consequences for the Beach Boys and Wilson himself. The psychological damage inflicted by Wilson’s abusive father Murry Wilson—compared to Joe Jackson’s treatment of his children—demonstrates how family trauma can derail even the most talented artists. Brian’s struggles with touring and performing were just the beginning of severe mental health challenges that would plague him throughout his career. The Police: Reunion Done Right In 2007, The Police earned recognition as the year’s highest-grossing tour, thirty years after the band’s inception and 24-25 years after their previous collaboration. The reunion tour, which Buzz witnessed in Las Vegas, comprised over 150 shows worldwide and generated nearly $400 million—not a bad payday for a comeback. This success demonstrated the enduring appeal of Sting, Andy Summers, and Stewart Copeland’s unique blend of rock, reggae, and new wave, proving that some artistic chemistry remains potent even after decades apart.Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discograffiti is the deep-dive podcast for music obsessives. In this episode, we feature the next entry in The Chuck Granata Pet Sounds Interview Series. Chuck and legendary bassist Carol Kaye are close friends, so this exceptional interview goes incredibly deep in its search for the truth. Carol is one of the most prolific bass guitarists in rock and pop music, playing on an estimated 10,000 recordings during a career spanning over 65 years. She actually started doing session work in 1957 on guitar, and after a bassist failed to turn up to a session in 1963, she switched to that instrument, quickly making a name for herself as one of the most in-demand session players of the 1960s. She's appeared on sessions by Frank Sinatra, Simon & Garfunkel, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, The Temptations, The Four Tops, and The Monkees. The intro on Glen Campbell's “Wichita Lineman”? She came up with that. Of course, that's also Carol plucking away on The Beach Boys albums Today!, Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!), Pet Sounds, and Smile. Most famously, Kaye's bass lines are the driving force behind “Good Vibrations”, one of her many number 1 hits.  Here's just a few of the many things that Carol discusses with Discograffiti in this podcast: The truth about Mike Love; The first time she crossed paths with Brian Wilson; Working with Murry Wilson; The three times that Carol had Brian and Marilyn over to her house. There'll be a short sneak peak running publicly for free, but the entirety of this podcast will only be accessible on the Major Tier of Discograffiti's Patreon. Don't miss it, or you'll only be getting part of the story. Get it as a one-off, or better yet just subscribe…and then we'll all have world peace. Full Episode: Patreon.com/Discograffiti (available on the Major Tier & up) Free Sneak Peek: linktr.ee/discograffiti Subscribe to Discograffiti's Patreon and receive a ceaseless barrage (4 shows a week!) of must-hear binge-listening. It's completely free to be a basic member, $1 to get your backstage pass, $5/month for the weekly Sunday show by & for our community, $10 for weekly early release, ad-free, super-extended Director's Cuts of the main show plus access to half our Patreon episode archive, & $20 for Discograffiti's weekly bonus episodes and access to our entire Patreon episode archive. There are now over 300 Patreon episodes.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with a bit of holiday cheer and our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide! Need a holiday gift for the Monkees fan in your life? Looking to stuff your own stocking with some Monkees merch? Well, grab a drink (naughty or nice) and come spend an hour with the Monkeeing Around gang […] The post 2025 Holiday Gift Guide (For Fans of The Monkees) – Monkeeing Around – Episode 77 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we're MONKEEING AROUND with a bit of holiday cheer and our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide! Need a holiday gift for the Monkees fan in your life? Looking to stuff your own stocking with some Monkees merch? Well, grab a drink (naughty or nice) and come spend an hour with the Monkeeing Around gang as we check our list twice for the best gift ideas in the Monkees-verse! Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #monkees #holidaygiftgide

It's the Bullseye Holiday Spectacular! We look back at some of our favorite holiday interviews from the past. We've got Lil Rel Howery, Mickey Dolenz of the Monkees, and singer/songwriter Sy Smith!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

I started as an entertainment journalist doing celebrity interviews & writing syndicated radio shows. Ex: Coming up at #20 on the countdownSo I got to interview the current crop of stars & old school (Stevie Wonder, Van Halen, Stevie Ray Vaughn, The Temps, The Monkees, Pat Benatar, The O'Jays, Neil Diamond, Steven Spielberg, & more.I worked for Premiere Radio, #1 producer of audio programming in the world.I was also doing movie junkets, so I interviewed (Tom Cruise, Barba Streisand.)Movie Reviews and More is broadcast live Tuesdays at 5PM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Movie Reviews and More TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).Movie Reviews and More Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Text us about this show.Marc Bonilla has enjoyed one of the most comprehensive careers any musician could wish for. And after close to four decades in the business there is simply no quit in him. He is a world class guitarist, an accomplished teacher of music, a remarkable composer, and simply an appreciator of beauty in art and life. And he's a proud nerd with a deep love of things like superheroes and Star Trek. He allows what has been to inform the possibilities of what can be all the while staying very true to himself and the music he creates. We discuss it all on this very special extended episode of Into The Music. Enjoy!The following selections were provided by Marc Bonilla for use on this show with his permission."Afterburner" written and performed by Marc Bonilla℗ 1991 Reprise Records."Le Tombeau De Couperin – Prelude" performed by Marc Bonilla and Mike Keneallywritten by Maurice Ravel, arr. by Marc Bonilla℗ 2020 Marc Bonilla."Blessings" written and performed by Saville Row℗ 2014 Saville Row, under exclusive license to Varese Sarabande Records."Walking Distance" performed by the Keith Emerson Band with the Munich Radio Orchestra conducted by Maestro Terje Mikkelsenwritten and arranged by Marc Bonilla℗ 2012 Terje Mikkelsen, under exclusive license to Varese Sarabande Records, under exclusive license to Varese Sarabande Records."Marche Train" performed by CTRL+Zwritten by Marc Bonilla and Keith Emerson℗ 2020 Marc Bonilla.Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showVisit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com!Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.com YouTube Facebook Instagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions.Host/producer: Rob MarnochaVoiceovers: Brad BordiniRecording, engineering, and post production: Rob MarnochaOpening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records)Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records)*Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los StraitjacketsThis podcast copyright ©2025 by Project X Productions. All rights reserve...

You're invited to an unforgettable surprise celebration for someone truly special! Join Chuck E. Cheese and his friends for a magical Christmas adventure filled with music, laughter, and holiday cheer. Alongside his pals Helen Henny, Jasper Jowls, Bella Brinca, Munch, and Pasqually, Chuck E. creates a plan to throw a surprise party to lift Santa's Christmas spirit! But surprising the man who “sees you when you're sleeping and knows when you're awake” won't be easy. Can the gang pull it off in time to save Christmas? Get ready to sing along as this Christmas special debuts two cheerful new tunes that are bound to be Christmas classics, co-written by Barry, Moncrief, composer Ben Bromfield (“Ginny & Georgia”), and Barry's father, legendary songwriter Jeff Barry, (songwriter of “I'm A Believer” for The Monkees, “Sugar Sugar”, for The Archies, and “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” popularized by Darlene Love, Mariah Carey, and Michael Bublé). Written and executive produced by Zac Moncrief and Jon Colton Barry (“Phineas & Ferb,” “Be Cool Scooby-Doo!”), A Chuck E. Cheese Christmas features a voice cast that includes Nathan Kress (“iCarly”) as Chuck E. Cheese, with Grey Griffin (“Avatar: The Last Airbender”), Nolan North (“Uncharted)”, Kari Wahlgren (“Rick & Morty”), Fred Tatasciore (“Kung Fu Panda 2”) and Michael Gough (“Doc McStuffins”). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Rucksack Records' very own The Expert returns to pull back the curtain and get candid about the making of his first-ever producer album, "Vivid Visions". In this insightful conversation, he breaks down his creative process alongside some of today's leading indie rappers, whose verses and perspectives bring each track to life—transforming the album into a series of vivid sonic worlds. We also discuss his relationship to space and composition, the influence of DJ Muggs and the Monkees' feature film "Head", as well as a forthcoming remixed and recontextualised release of "Vivid Visions". Produced by: D. Lewis and L. Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk

We kicked things off by showing our freshly repainted Samick Avion / Greg Bennett mini guitar — HUGE shout-out to Ron! This little beast started life as a black eBay car guitar, but now it's a champagne flip-flop copper ripper loaded with an Epiphone humbucker, Pure Tone jack, and Grover tuners. We played it, loved it, ROCKED it.

We're joined by our friend and multi-talented musician, Probyn Gregory. Originally hailing from New Hampshire, Probyn toured with the Beach Boys founder, Brian Wilson from 1999 to 2022, and also toured with the Monkees, Paul Simon, Jeff Beck, Eels, The Beach Boys (50th Anniv) Jan and Dean, Al Jardine, Love, Todd Rundgren and most recently "Weird Al" Yankovic. We'll discuss life on the road, some epic stories, his involvement in Star Wars and pay tribute to Brian Wilson. Follow Jackman Radio on X: https://x.com/JackmanRadio Support Jackman Radio on Patreon: www.patreon.com/JackmanRadio

You're invited to an unforgettable surprise celebration for someone truly special! Join Chuck E. Cheese and his friends for a magical Christmas adventure filled with music, laughter, and holiday cheer. Alongside his pals Helen Henny, Jasper Jowls, Bella Brinca, Munch, and Pasqually, Chuck E. creates a plan to throw a surprise party to lift Santa's Christmas spirit! But surprising the man who “sees you when you're sleeping and knows when you're awake” won't be easy. Can the gang pull it off in time to save Christmas? Get ready to sing along as this Christmas special debuts two cheerful new tunes that are bound to be Christmas classics, co-written by Barry, Moncrief, composer Ben Bromfield (“Ginny & Georgia”), and Barry's father, legendary songwriter Jeff Barry, (songwriter of “I'm A Believer” for The Monkees, “Sugar Sugar”, for The Archies, and “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” popularized by Darlene Love, Mariah Carey, and Michael Bublé). Written and executive produced by Zac Moncrief and Jon Colton Barry (“Phineas & Ferb,” “Be Cool Scooby-Doo!”), A Chuck E. Cheese Christmas features a voice cast that includes Nathan Kress (“iCarly”) as Chuck E. Cheese, with Grey Griffin (“Avatar: The Last Airbender”), Nolan North (“Uncharted)”, Kari Wahlgren (“Rick & Morty”), Fred Tatasciore (“Kung Fu Panda 2”) and Michael Gough (“Doc McStuffins”). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

He's the man behind the afternoon voice on Sirius XM's 70's at 7. JAYBEAU JONES' love and appreciation for music goes well beyond being a radio personality. His "Music Drives Us" podcast features some of the greatest voices in music history has featured amazing guests like Mickey Dolenz (of the Monkees), actor Keifer Sutherland, Russell Hitchcock (of Air Supply) and so many others who talk about how music has made their lives what they are today. Jaybeau also has stories from behind the microphone, including radio station promotions gone wrong and the great story of filling in for Rick Dees on the Rick Dees Weekly top 40 (That story is worth the whole show!) If you're a fan of radio personalities or Sirius 70's at 7, this is a must listen! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week we’re MONKEEING AROUND with Chris McGovern of The Gen-X Muse to discuss the Monkees episode “Dance, Monkee, Dance!” As we go along, we’ll also chat about how our guest found The Monkees, what’s currently happening in the world of the Monkees, and more! Our ‘You May Also Like recommendation this week is “Monsters,” […] The post Dance, Monkee, Dance with Chris McGovern The Gen-X Muse – Monkeeing Around – Episode 75 appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we're MONKEEING AROUND with Chris McGovern of The Gen-X Muse to discuss the Monkees episode "Dance, Monkee, Dance!" As we go along, we'll also chat about how our guest found The Monkees, what's currently happening in the world of the Monkees, and more! Our 'You May Also Like recommendation this week is "Monsters," the latest single from the legendary psychedelic band, Strawberry Alarm Clock! Monkeeing Around is a part of the ESO Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber. #monkees #60stv #dancemonkeedance #chrismcgovern #genxmuse #mickydolenz #mikenesmith #davyjones #petertork #monsters #strawberryalarmclock

The Monkees were a made for TV band in 1966, partially in response to BeatleMania and the successful movie A Hard Day's Night. They were all cast and given band member roles by the studio. They were not a band that formed organically. As such, there have been misconceptions and misinterpretations about the group over the years. This show … Continue reading National Podcast Post Month 2025 Day 12: The Monkees – Nostalgia Trip

He's the man behind the afternoon voice on Sirius XM's 70's at 7. JAYBEAU JONES' love and appreciation for music goes well beyond being a radio personality. His "Music Drives Us" podcast features some of the greatest voices in music history has featured amazing guests like Mickey Dolenz (of the Monkees), actor Keifer Sutherland, Russell Hitchcock (of Air Supply) and so many others who talk about how music has made their lives what they are today. Jaybeau also has stories from behind the microphone, including radio station promotions gone wrong and the great story of filling in for Rick Dees on the Rick Dees Weekly top 40 (That story is worth the whole show!) If you're a fan of radio personalities or Sirius 70's at 7, this is a must listen! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2025's added dictionary word of the year is... "6 7"? This social media term spreading its lingo online, in classrooms, and cultural language. Derived from a Tiktok song and NBA player's height, the definition 6 7 is a slang for maybe or so-so. Test your usage by listening to this episode's inspired playlist: popular music from 1967. Share on our social media below what you like, dislike, or feel six-seven!Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaMentioned: The Monkees, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Johnny & June Cash, The Jungle Book, Dr. Doolittle, You Only Live Twice, To Sir With Love, The Four Seasons,Linda Ronstadt, Bob Dylan,  CSNY formation, Jefferson Airplane/Jefferson Starship/Starship, The Moody Blues, The Rolling Stones, The Foundations, The Supremes, Vanilla Fudge, Aretha Franklin, California folk scene. Pisces, Acquarius, Capricorn, & Jones, Ltd. - vinyl; unveiling The Beatles Anthology - Disney+"Foxey Lady" - Wayne's World clip"Nights in White Satin" - 2018's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Fuller House finale part 11967 - Austin Powers club clipRelated Episodes: Ep. 104 - "No Time to Die" Movie ThemeEp. 141 - Class of 2007 PlaylistEp. 183 - The Monkees' Top 10 HitsEp. 184 - Earth Day PlaylistEp. 190 - Tina Turner Top 10Ep. 198 - Tony Bennett Top 10 FavsEp. 221 - Top 40 Songs of 2023 (Part 2)Ep. 226 - Beatles Covers PlaylistEp. 235 - Eclipse PlaylistEp. 268 - The Beatles on Disney+Ep. 281 - Wicked & A Complete Unknown (Reviews)Ep. 297 - Sly Stone's Music ImpactEp. 299 - The Beach Boys Top 10Ep. 307 - Summer 1995 PlaylistFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

The song “The Last Train to Clarksville” by The Monkees became an unlikely and somewhat accidental anti-war anthem in the 1960s thanks to a little quirk in geography. Plus, the local news for November 5, 2025, and this week's edition of What, Where, Whens-day. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: Miriam KramerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

Tim Worthington has a new book out called The Golden Age Of Children's TV - all about the best, worst and most just plain baffling shows you grew up with in the sixties, seventies and eighties - and the lines are open now for an hour of fun, facts, laughs and thrills. If you're a fan of The Adventure Game, Martin Ruddock will be taking your calls and offering a few hints and tips on how to beat the puzzlers and make it across the Drogna Board. They're The Monkees, but Paul Whitelaw will be in the studio for a look at what you can look forward to when Micky, Davy, Mike and Peter take over your television. Ste Brotherstone will be joining us with a few ideas of how you can stay top of the class for the new term at Grange Hill, Danny Kodicek has the long and short on Big John Little John, and Juliet Harris will be coming to us live from Teddington as she meets the stars of The Sooty Show. So if you want to join in the fun - or just swap a copy of Grange Hill Graffiti for a copy of Drogna on the BBC Micro - ring the show now!You can get The Golden Age Of Children's TV in all good bookshops, and from Waterstones here, Amazon here, from the Kindle Store here and directly from Black And White Publishing here. - and if you want to know more about what you can find in it, head for timworthington.org!

Jason Fraley interviews Micky Dolenz, the last surviving member of The Monkees, as he plays Rams Head in Annapolis, Maryland on November 4th, followed by The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia on November 6th. He recalls forming the group first as a fictional band on the hit TV show, then becoming a real band on actual radio with hits from “I'm a Believer” and “Daydream Believer.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

An ode to the horniest group of short kings since The Monkees. Sugar, we're going down! Me and Ashley's Fall Out Boy Hate F**k playlistAshley's podcast Good Noticings Patrick Stump's upsetting op-ed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Friends Talking Nerdy, Professor Aubrey and Tim the Nerd swing from ‘60s pop brilliance to modern digital chaos with their signature mix of heart, humor, and deep nerdery.First up, the duo dives headfirst into their 12 favorite songs from The Monkees — a band that began as a TV creation and evolved into something genuinely magical. Expect stories, laughter, and a surprising amount of reverence for an underrated catalog that includes classics like Last Train to Clarksville, I'm A Believer, (I'm Not Your) Steppin' Stone, Daydream Believer, and deeper cuts like Porpoise Song and Me and Magdalena. The Professor and Tim wax nostalgic about the band's legacy, the genius of Michael Nesmith, and how The Monkees managed to sneak counterculture weirdness into bubblegum pop.Next, they drift across the pond to talk about their new favorite binge: the BBC series Ghosts. It's witty, heartfelt, and absolutely packed with charm — much like this very podcast. The pair trade laughs over their favorite spectral roommates, discuss the show's mix of history and humor, and lament that American remakes rarely capture that British balance of clever and cozy chaos.Finally, Tim the Nerd takes aim at YouTube's newest headache: the platform's “Restricted Mode” being switched on by default. He argues that while keeping kids safe is essential, burying creators' content behind algorithmic walls isn't the way to do it. There's a lively discussion about digital gatekeeping, the illusion of choice online, and how creators who use a few choice swear words shouldn't be punished like they're smuggling contraband.From Pleasant Valley Sunday to online policy outrage, Friends Talking Nerdy Episode 432 is a mix of pop nostalgia, media critique, and unabashed enthusiasm for all things weird and wonderful.As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head to his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for information on how to purchase his EP, Here's To You, which is available on all digital platforms.Head to Friends Talking Nerdy's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for more information on where to find us online.

Label: RCA 0368Year: 1970Condition: M-Price: $16.00This beautiful tune was Michael Nesmith's biggest post-Monkees hit, and one of my favorite songs of all time! :-) Note: This release is credited to "Michael Nesmith & the First National Band." Comes with a vintage RCA factory sleeve.

Clark Brandon joined me to talk about his father, As the World Turns actor Peter Brandon; The Monkees; living between Greenwich and LA; getting his 1st TV series right after high school; getting the show as a pay it forward from the producer to his dad; The Fitzpatricks gets buried by Happy Days; guesting on Family; auditions; auditioning and not getting the Mackenzie's of Paradise Cove; being added to Wonder Woman for a possible spin-off; Out of the Blue and its mistakes; becoming friends with Mike Binder through Jimmy Brogan; the cast Dixie Carter, Eileen Heckart, and Peter Scolari; the story behind Bosom Buddies; doing an after-school special where he tries to take Marcia Brady's virginity; meeting Dick Van Dyke; hearing crew stories; playing a blind teen who makes out with Kim Richards on Hello, Larry; playing a pot dealer and smoking it for real in the movie Serial; being friends with Jonathan Prince before Mr. Merlin; getting the role; Barnard Hughes and Bill Bixby memories; too unrealistic for 1982; Andy Cohen's crush rumor; teen magazines; Merlin big internationally; JD Salinger a fan; being a journeyman actor; his role on Facts of Life; working with Nancy McKeon & Charlotte Rae; Pamela Adlon; doing the Hollywood Christmas Parade, a David Copperfield special, an anti-drug PBS doc and car shows with Sorrell Brooke; My Tutor; Crispin Glover's odd choices; Markie Post on Love Boat; Funland (1987) written by Bonnie & Terry Turner and and co-starring David L Lander; co-writing and starring in Fast Food with Jim Varney; his film, Skeeter; becoming a teacher, then an administrator in daughters' school; his current pilots and screenplay and being remembered for his roles as a good looking dick.

1:58:20 – Frank in New Jersey, plus the Other Side. Topics include: Jaywalking, street idiots, turn signals, yet another new wallet, cover-photo-work-2023-v2.psd, Davida, retail history, tm:rw, perspectives on the future, Uncharted, novelty items, Brian Auger and Julie Driscoll, Last Ride by Joe Harvey-Whyte & Bobby Lee, The Monkees, get both colorways, and much more… plus the Other […]

1:58:20 – Frank in New Jersey, plus the Other Side. Topics include: Jaywalking, street idiots, turn signals, yet another new wallet, cover-photo-work-2023-v2.psd, Davida, retail history, tm:rw, perspectives on the future, Uncharted, novelty items, Brian Auger and Julie Driscoll, Last Ride by Joe Harvey-Whyte & Bobby Lee, The Monkees, get both colorways, and much more… plus the Other […]

Steel guitarist and country music historian Pete Finney joins me on the show this week.I got to know Pete's playing when I'd go and see Chris' Scruggs' band The Stone Fox Five out in the parking lot of the East Nashville Legion during Covid. They'd put on a well-distanced weekly show that was my only live music for a couple of years! I loved Pete's soulful playing and got to learn more about his interesting history, mostly on the pedal steel guitar, playing for all kinds of country legends - artists like Reba McIntyre, The Judds, Vince Gill, The Chicks, The Monkees and lots more. Pete has a unique style, and while he has clearly absorbed the classic country sounds, he doesn't sound like anyone else. Pete's path from the DC area playing almost every night in country bars, to Austin to play with Doug Sahm, to his move to Nashville in the 80's is an interesting one, and Pete has carved out an incredible career in that time. Lately, Pete has also taken on the role of historian, and had a big hand in producing the Country Music Hall Of Fame's “Dylan, Cash and The Nashville Cats” exhibit, which was one of the best collections of 60's and 70's country music stories, exhibits and paraphernalia ever put on display. Pete is a well loved Nashville icon and plays around town with many different artists. He has no website or social media, so you'll have to just keep your ear to the ground about where to see himj play if you're in Nashville, but don't miss your chance if you get it!Enjoy my conversation with Pete Finney.This season is brought to you by our main sponsors Larivée Guitars, Audeze, Izotope, FabFilter, and Chase Bliss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Donnie speaks with Ryan Posner, a Los Angeles-based bass player, side man and musical director, about balancing his home and professional life, how to define country music, why it is important to push art forward and how bass players make great dads. They dive deep into the value of his current project, the nearly weekly Y'all Star Revue, a showcase at the original Desert 5 Spot in Hollywood. This event highlights the best local and touring country music talent who are on the verge of breaking out. Show Notes1:50 -- Ryan's origin story: From a 16-year-old rocker to figuring out playing country music right before the pandemic. He tells Donnie that his first concert was Willie Nelson at age five and his second concert was Weird Al opening for the Monkees in the early 1980s -- which really summarized his musical existence. Until he watched Ken Burns' Country Music documentary.6:38 -- Bass players make great dads: Ryan has always been attracted, and it seems that the Country Music Dads are attracted to bass players. Perhaps the kind of person who likes to play bass is also the kind of person who wants to be a dad. 8:58 -- How do you truly balance the parenting? Being honest is a good start. 10:40 -- What is The Y'all Star Revue, and what is the impact of this program on country music?17:25 -- What is real country music? Ryan ends the debate of what country music is and what it is not. His platform is to share new music with new audiences. 20:19 -- Freedom from Choice: Ryan hopes that his new curated platform can help bring so many different kinds of music together to help develop a new experience outside of the over-saturation of the Los Angeles music scene. He prefers “freedom from choice” rather than “freedom of choice.” 22:19 -- More Debate on What Makes Real Country Music: But does this kind of platform push country music too far? Ryan says no. There is no line too far. Country music evolves just like every other kind of music, and the only person who can define “real” country music for that person is that person. 30:55 -- The Dad Life Sound Check: Ryan brings “Funny How Time Slips Away” by Willie Nelson, and Donnie talked about Waylon's “Songbird.”38:15 -- THE LIGHTNING ROUND, which gets completely derailed by the last question about the one concert you could attend at any time. Thank you for listening. The best way to support us is to subscribe to the show on Spotify, Apple podcasts, or whatever podcast platform you use. If you want to see new episodes and more content delivered straight to your email inbox, please subscribe to our newsletter: countrymusicdads.substack.com. You can find everything we do on our website: countrymusicdads.com. And we'd love to hear what you think, so send us comments, suggestions, friendly banter on Instagram @countrymusicdads, or via email countrymusicdads@gmail.com.Mentioned in this Episode:Few Miles SouthSlick City PickersJerry Zinn, West of TexasKen Burns Country Music documentary

This week's episode is packed with fun, inspiration, and a touch of nostalgia. We kick things off with fascinating fun facts about the legendary Lucille Ball, one of the most iconic figures in television history. Next, we dive into a personal reflection on mental health—a heartfelt and honest look at my own journey, reminding listeners they're not alone. In our “Story Behind the Song” segment, we explore the timeless hit Daydream Believer, made famous by The Monkees—but did you know it wasn't written by any of them? You'll love this bit of music history! And of course, we wrap it all up with this week's quirky and fun holidays, guaranteed to bring a smile to your day. ✨ Tune in, laugh a little, learn a lot, and find a moment of encouragement along the way.

Discograffiti is the deep-dive podcast for music obsessives.  In this episode, we feature the next entry in The Chuck Granata Pet Sounds Interview Series. It's Chuck's chat with Larry Knechtel, the Wrecking Crew keyboard player and bassist who—along with Brian Wilson & The Beach Boys—has worked with Simon & Garfunkel, Duane Eddy, The Mamas & The Papas, The Monkees, The Doors, The Byrds, The Grass Roots, Elvis Presley, Jerry Garcia, and Billy Joel. He also was a key member of the band Bread. Larry passed away a few years later in 2009, which makes this posthumously released “Chuck Chat” yet another priceless buried treasure.   Here are just a few of the many things that Larry discusses with Discograffiti in this podcast: What he ascertained early on as a studio musician's average career length, which then led to a healthy fear of his phone no longer ringing; His legendary work on Simon & Garfunkel's “Bridge Over Troubled Water”; Besides Brian, the only Beach Boy he says his fellow studio musicians ever saw in the studio along with them; The curse of having perfect pitch; And his friendship with Jim Gordon…not to mention the fate of the 50+ hours of jam tapes that he recorded with him, which included spoken ruminations on what was bugging Jim at the time.  There'll be a short sneak peak running publicly for free, but the entirety of this podcast will only be accessible on the Major Tier of Discograffiti's Patreon. Don't miss it, or you'll only be getting part of the story. Get it as a one-off, or better yet just subscribe…and then we'll all have world peace. Full Episode: Patreon.com/Discograffiti (available on the Major Tier & up) Free Sneak Peek: linktr.ee/discograffiti Subscribe to Discograffiti's Patreon and receive a ceaseless barrage (4 shows a week!) of must-hear binge-listening. It's completely free to be a basic member, $1 to get your backstage pass, $5/month for the weekly Sunday show by & for our community, $10 for weekly early release, ad-free, super-extended Director's Cuts of the main show plus access to half our Patreon episode archive, & $20 for Discograffiti's weekly bonus episodes and access to our entire Patreon episode archive. There are now over 300 Patreon episodes.

Mark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al watched Spinal Tap and its new sequel, and we throw these into a mix with K-Pop Demon Hunters and other films and shows involving made-for-TV (and film) bands, including We Are Lady Parts, That Thing You Do, Fear of a Black Hat, CB4, Atlanta, The Blues Brothers, The Commitments, Almost Famous, The Rutles, and The Monkees. Get an ad-free experience, plus bonus talking for this and nearly every episode at patreon.com/prettymuchpop for only the tiniest per-month financial pledge, or you can sign up directly with Apple Podcasts for a subscription for ad-free and bonus material for three of Mark's podcasts together on the Mark Lintertainment Podcasts Channel. Sponsors: Get 50% off Claude AI Pro at Claude.ai/pmp. Get 15% off an annual membership at MasterClass.com/PRETTY.

John's office view is an envious one, looking out at adoring audiences around the world celebrating TheMonkees incredible six-decade musical extravaganza. That's a long way from being a fired pawnbroker, andpizza delivery guy working the 80's heavy metal scene in Los Angeles. This high energy, animated, oftenhilarious conversation, now available on YouTube (Search: Second Cup of Joe and John and look for theblack/orange logo) reveals how he landed in bands for Donna Summer, Wynonna, Tanya, and Rick Springfield.Details of how he met his wife will have you believing in second chances. AMONG THE TOPICS:INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR ON THE ROAD, NIGHTS AT THE LIPSTICK LOUNGE, MEETING DE NIRO,THE JAPANESE ROLLING STONES AND WHY THE AUDITION OF HIS LIFE ALMOST DIDN'T HAPPEN.

In episode 210 I dive into the history of the 60 year hit, (I'm Not Your) Steppin' Stone. Made famous as a B Side to the Monkee's debut album in 1966. But the song has an amazing history to it and even now is still a cultural staple as Micky Dolenz the last member of the Monkees continues to sing the song today.

We’re speeding through the final lap of season 6, and not even the return of an archeologist / treasure hunter ex-husband can slow us down! The gang analyzes a throwback romp that includes a classic Cory and Shawn scheme and a member of *NSYNC offending one of the Monkees off-camera. Rider remembers some weird vibes on set that week, but it doesn’t stop him from giving us a lesson in bee science. So strap on your platform shoes and get ready to hit the dance floor - right here on a new Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.