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On this episode we discuss Alex Van Halen teaming with Toto’s Steve Lukather, the Vinnie Vincent album that will probably never be released, new music from Peter Gabriel, plus, we introduce a new segment about movies, play MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for O’Brien’s latest pickup at his favorite record store. #vanhalen #petergabriel #mrbig

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On this first episode of 2026 we discuss our holiday, including a holiday house fire...we ponder what KISS alum Vinnie Vincent and Peter Criss are thinking with their latest music releases, we hear a new song from the new Megadeth album, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the Father of Invention. #KISS #Zappa

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On this episode we react to the passing of legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner, the arrival of O’Brien’s first grandchild, what it takes to be an aging Rockstar on tour, and we learn what each of us are listening to on our devices this week. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a rock band who has had several lineup changes but is still making white knuckle rock-n-roll. #robreiner #deaddaisies

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On this episode we lament the passing of guitar great Steve Cropper. We also discuss the huge July 2026 concert announcements in our neck of the woods, new rock releases for 2026, and we hear two new songs from Guns ‘N’ Roses. Oh, and Doug “Dougs” a classic Christmas flick. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a man who lost a girl to Jim from The Office. #stevecropper #gunsnroses #michaelbuble

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On this episode we debut some of our new imaging positioners (big words describing when a different voice says our name), we discuss Thanksgiving, Doug’s new part-time part-time job, the 15 Diamond Selling Hard Rock Albums ranked according to UCR, and we play MixTape in the middle AND at the end. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a Canadian legend, and we steal his song title for this episode. Winning! #brucecockburn

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On this episode we read some listener mail. Our cursed discussions continue as we lose another famous musician. We talk rock headlines, retirements, and more. We attempt to write some liners for the podcast. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an iconic 80s pop band out of Australia. #toddsnider #crowdedhouse

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On this episode we discuss some rock releases expected in the month of December, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2025 Induction, new music from new artist Stanley Simmons, and most importantly Doug’s service to our country as this episode was recorded on Veteran’s Day. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that is in both of our top 5 favorites. #rrhf #veteransday #bigheadtodd

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On this episode we discuss the effects of a full moon on school age children, what we remember about being home sick from school in the 80s, and we lament Hootie’s unnecessary participation in a country song and hear new music from Howl Owl Howl. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a new wave rock band from the 80s. #fullmoon #hootie #thecars #priceisright

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On this episode we our favorite Halloween movies, the new album from Mammoth, and some rock and roll headlines. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a soulful 70s artist who we think is not talked about enough. #halloween #mammoth #joecocker

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On this episode we discuss the sudden passing of Ace Frehley and the eeriness of our talk of KISS on the previous episode (it’s happened before), the long, slow death of MTV, we hear new music from Vince Gill, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the birthday boy, and one of our favorite guitar players on the planet. #acefrehley #vincegill #stevelukather

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On this episode we discuss our rock and roll show at the Cross Insurance Center, 5 greatest hard rock guitar duos of the 80s, the coolest female drummers, played MixTape and climbed the Wall of Tunes for a band who should have kept the makeup on. #kiss

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On this episode we talk about our upcoming rock show at the "Big Arena" down the road, the fact that Rush is touring, and we hear the latest single from Megadeth. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes that takes us all the way back to the beginning. #rush #genesis

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On this episode we are back to recording video. Check out this episode soon on our YouTube page. Just type in O’Brien & Doug Podcast, click the link and subscribe. We also discuss some underrated songs from some of our favorite bands, we hear the new collaboration between Judas Priest and the late Ozzy Osbourne, plus we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a rock supergroup who sits comfortably on the progressive/hard rock fence. #ozzy #winerydogs

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On this episode we discuss our take on Spinal Tap 2, plus some real life Spinal Tap stories. We also hear new music from Steven Tyler and Yungblud, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band out of the 80s who has managed to stay relevant. #spinaltap #aerosmith #bonjovi

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On this episode we discuss new rock releases headed your way in the month of October, real Spinal Tap stories from various bands, and O’Brien surprises Doug with what might seem like Christmas morning at a Jazz afficiando’s house. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the birthday boy on September 16. #spinaltap #jazz #bbking

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On this episode talk about failed parenting, broken guitars, Ozzy’s band, rock imaging with Cousin Larry, new songs from Clapton and Plant, respectively; we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that we think still holds the record for the “loudest rock concert” #taylor #clapton #plant #deeppurple

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On this episode we tackle the rerelease of the latest Bon Jovi album and, why, the new documentary about Heart’s Ann Wilson and and the Most Skipped Songs from 40 Classic Rock Albums, all according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an underrated Canadian melodic rock band. #bonjovi #heart #haremscarem

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On this episode we talk about the future of the podcast, the pitfalls and sheen of ai, hear new music from Cheap Trick and the Redrocker, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the 2nd album of a 90s supergroup. #newmanagement #ai #cheaptrick #sammyhagar #damnyankees

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On this episode we talk about O’Brien’s trip to see the Doobies, Megadeth’s farewell, and new rock releases expected this September. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a blues artist who has kept the blues alive for many years. #doobies #megadeth #bonamassa

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On this episode we talk about our upcoming tour of the County with the Star City Syndicate, we put our two cents into the discussion of the Big “5” Hard Rock Guitarists of the 80s according to Ultimate Classic Rock. O’Brien showed his kids “Strange Brew”, and found and old digital recorder with some interesting recordings. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk artist/activist from the 70s who had a knack for telling stories. #starcitysyndicate #80s #strangebrew #harrychapin

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On this episode we read some listener mail, talk rock news, discuss Ultimate Classic Rock’s list of the Top 50 Yacht Rock Songs, and whatever else enters our atmosphere. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for O’Brien’s favorite artist of all time. #yachtrock #vincegill

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On this episode…we take a couple weeks off and everyone dies!? We react to the loss of Ozzy, Hulk, Theo, etc. We also recap our two big gigs and tell the story of surprising our brother Bob at his first ever art show. We also discuss some music news and play MixTape. We climb the Wall of Tunes for one of our favorite artists of all time. #ozzy #hulk #johnhiatt

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On this episode we discuss O’Brien’s short vacation, new music from Mammoth, old music from Star City Records, and we travel down the Rick Beato rabbit holes. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a 70s band named after the elements. Plus, we end the podcast the quickest we ever have. There was a good reason. We’ll tell you in…two weeks. #rickbeato #ew&f

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On this episode we discuss the Ozzy tribute, hear new music from Foo Fighters and Stryper, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for one of O'Brien's favorite bands from the 80s. Oh, and we imagine playing Mario with Whitney Houston. #ozzy #stryper #journey

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On this episode we discuss our recent Syndicate gig, O'Brien's anniversary and upcoming Def Leppard concert, the remastering of Van Halen's Balance album, and the "25 Album Titles That Were Just Begging for Bad Reviews", courtesy of Ultimate Classic Rock. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a teen idol from the 60s who now plays the blues. #syndicate #vanhalen #dion

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On this episode we our participation in an upcoming bar game, our first big gig of the season, the passing of Bad Company guitarist/songwriter Mick Ralphs and we look at new music releases for July. We also hear new music from Motley Crue with Dolly Parton, yup, you read that correctly; and Dean Deleo of STP. O’Brien introduces us to a new band and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that will be the first big rock concert for his 17 year old son. #defleppard #badcompany

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On this episode we discuss the passing of the legendary Brian Wilson and his lasting contribution to music. We also hear new music from the “sons of the Beatles”, and a sort reunion of the Police. We talk cover songs that were bigger/better than the originals, we play MixTape and dedicate our Wall of Tunes segment to our favorite Beach Boys songs. #brianwilson #beatles 

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On this episode we discuss our upcoming gigs, high school sports schedules, and songs to put babies to sleep. We also hear new music from the original Alice Cooper Band and Mike Campbell’s (of the Heartbreakers) new band the Dirty Knobs. We also do MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an artist who we, amazingly, have not covered yet on this podcast. #alicecooper #vanmorrison

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On this episode we discuss our recent gigs, what happens to classic rock when all our rock star heroes are gone, and the 50 greatest power ballads. We also do MixTape and a special Wall of Tunes featuring one of our favorite songwriting duos. #warrenbrothers

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On this episode we discuss Billy Joel’s health problems, the collaboration between Willie Nelson and Steve Perry, the loss of guitar great Rick Derringer, and the new song from Tony Iommi and….Robbie Williams? We unearth a couple of O’Brien’s old demo recordings and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who is now on their 4th lead singer. #billyjoel #rickderringer #foreigner

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On this episode we talk about our best gig to date, we discuss June music releases, we compare our picks for the best song from 11 Hair Metal bands, and we discuss the dismissal of Josh Freese as the drummer for the Foo Fighters. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for the King of Country Music. #foofighters #georgestrait

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On this episode we discuss bands everyone loves to hate, how pop songs aren’t as complex as they used to be, and O’Brien has found the most complete rock song ever. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band from the 70s that both O’Brien and Doug were NOT into, but now they are in their top 15. #steelydan

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On this episode we hear new music from Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, Mammoth, and we learn of a new artist named Lemoyne Alexander. We discuss bands who we think should have been bigger; O’Brien introduces Doug to the “Wonky Donky”; we play MixTape, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who rebranded with a new lead singer, and their first album with that singer was their best with that singer (Clear as mud?) #wonkydonkey #mammoth #journey

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On this episode Doug has a big announcement. Plus, we discuss Sammy Hagar’s new song that came to him in a dream from Eddie Van Halen. The music rocks. The lyrics, meh. We hear about Sammy’s possible collaboration with Kirk Hammett and about Metallica’s new deluxe reissue. We talk Rock and Roll Hall of Fame news, if we have to, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a singer/songwriter from Maine who once dated rock and roll royalty. #hagar #vanhalen #metallica #rrhf #pattygriffin

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On this episode we hear new music from Billy Idol with Avril Lavigne and Mick Jones of Foreigner. We discuss songs that cannot be left out of our favorite band’s concert setlists. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an underrated pop rock singer from the 80s with so many big hits that we forgot about them. #billyidol #eddiemoney

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On this episode we highlight the list of new Rock releases headed your way in May, we preview a couple of our bands’ upcoming shows; we also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a British foursome who are finally headed to the dreaded Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. #badcompany

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It’s our 5 year anniversary. On this episode we talk about the State Modern Band Festival, a recent gig, we reminisce about 5 years of the podcast, ponder what the world would be like without Yoko Ono, play MixTape, and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that David Foster ruined. #5years #chicago

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On this episode, we hear new music from Bachman Turner Overdrive…yes, you read that correctly; we vote in Ultimate Classic Rock’s Final Four Best Album of the 80s, and, since it’s the legendary Jeff Porcaro’s birthday (RIP) we celebrate one of the greatest drummers ever by highlighting some of our favorite songs from Toto. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a blues rock singer/songwriter who used to be a prize fighter. #bto #jeffporcaro #toto #paulthorn

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On this episode, we do our own March Madness bracket of Classic Rock artists with help from our Pennsylvania fans Bouncin’ Bob and Ilsa, we talk the latest rock news, 20 Guilty Pleasure Songs from the 80s, we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a duo from the 80s who combined pop finesse with Soul and R&B. #marchmadness #eurythmics

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On this episode, we discuss our recent fundraiser, we hear new music from The Doobie Brothers, talk new releases coming your way in April, O’Brien exposes Doug to the “My Name is Jeff” meme, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a folky-blues artist with cool nickname. #kebmo 

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On this episode, we discuss band rehearsals, the Top 20 Hair Metal Guitar Solos according to Ultimate Classic Rock; we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a quirky singer/songwriter who had a short stint on M.A.S.H. in the 70s. I mean comahh! #loudenwainrightIII

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On this episode, we discuss a gift from a friend, we answer some listener mail and mull a potential new limited feature for the podcast, we talk about the cultural phenomenon that made us want to be musicians, mourn the loss of a one-hit wonder and a another legendary artist, hear new music from the former drummer of one of the biggest bands in rock and roll, and ponder the 8 hair metal bands who deserve to go into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. We also play MixTape, and climb the Wall...

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On this episode, we discuss O’Brien being down with a sickness, the upcoming “I Want My 80s” tour, ailing rock stars, the new proposed crop of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, and more. Doug kind of performs his own Haka! We play MixTape and something wonderful, yet kind of expected, happens! And, we climb the the small “Rack of Tunes” for country band named Small Large City, er, something like that. #rockhall #littlebigtown

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On this episode, OF COURSE WE DISCUSS THE BOWL THAT WAS SUPER! We also talk about our upcoming shows, O’Brien’s latest vinyl acquisitions, Doug’s take on the new album from Dream Theater, interesting facts via the late Quincy Jones and rock and roll in general. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes, as usual, for a blues rock artist who got his start in his teenage years in the 90s and is now married to Mel Gibson’s daughter. #superbowl #kennywaynesheperd

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On this episode we discuss Travel Basketball, an illusive portable bluetooth car CD player, and we don't want to "people" anymore. We play MixTape past and future but skip the present, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a Canadian Pop/Rock Superstar for the fourth freakin' time. #bryanadams

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On this episode we talk about our music projects and how grumpy we’ve gotten in our old age. We pick our top 5 Hair Metal lead singers, preview the new Rush box set, play MixTape and we pick our own personal covers album. It’s a lot of nostalgic fun! #hairmetal #mixtape

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On this episode we discuss lots and lots of new music. We list some expected music releases for the month of February and hear new songs from the Doobie Brothers, the Spin Doctors and the new band featuring Tom Hamilton of Aerosmith. We dip into the Top 20 Hard Rock and Heavy Metal albums from 1995 according to Ultimate Classic Rock, and mourn the loss of one of the great guitar heroes, John Sykes, RIP. We also read some listener mail, play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a 5 piece rock band from...

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On this episode we discuss O’Brien’s college classes, upcoming shows, an unplanned bathroom break, and the 10 90’s Bands Who Deserve More Respect. We transform into the O’Myra & Doug Podcast briefly, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk singer/songwriter from the Midwest that we have covered before, but who cares. #90s #myra #petermulvey

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On this episode we discuss the benefits of being GenX, Top 20 Hard Rock and Heavy Metal albums of 1985, and we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk rock singer from the 70s who may be more famous for his guest starring role on the Simpsons. #genx #jamestaylor

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Happy New Year! On this episode we discuss our NYE performance with the Syndicate, some of our goals for 2025, the 30 Greatest Videos of the 90s, and we answer some listener mail. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an underrated band from the 80s. #steeldragon #mikeandthemechanics

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The last episode of 2024! On this episode we discuss the upcoming Beatles biopic, hear new music from Alex Lifeson’s new band, and look at new releases expected in 2025. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a late Pop sensation from the 80s who got caught up in the culture of the age and couldn’t shake it. #beatles #billyjoel #georgemichael

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On this episode we talk a bit about how AI will change the music industry, plus all the things that happened on December 12 through music history, in addition to the birth of O'Brien. Yes, it's his birthday! We play MixTape and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a little know pop duo from California who should have been bigger but now never will be. #AI #birthday #lowenandnavarro

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On this episode we talk about our Thanksgivings, basketball, a recent acoustic gig, plus we talk about the best song on every Billy Joel album. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for an artist who jumps around genres but is always consistent. #thanksgiving #johnmellencamp

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On this episode we are tired. We try to stay awake, and most would say we succeeded. But who know? We discuss the top 40 Glam Metal Songs and then probably go off on a tangent somewhere. We do MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a the only Canadian Pop Rocker we know. That's not true but it sounds good. Enjoy. #glammetal #bryan adams

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On this episode we don’t talk about the election. We talk about everything BUT the election. We’re done hearing about the election. What election? Okay we may mention it, only to complain like two old farts. We discuss Chicago…the band, not the city, and how they changed over the years. Which led to a bigger discussion about bands we loved, who changed and then we only kinda liked them. We play MixTape, talk Fantasy Football and climb the Wall of Tunes for a band from the 70s who changed and their...

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On this episode we talk about O’Brien’s conversation with one of his musical heroes, the upcoming Star City Syndicate school show and why we do them, new music from Rick Springfield, 5 “uncredited” rock and roll guitar solos, and more. We also play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for O’Brien’s aforementioned musical hero. #judecole #rickspringfield

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On this episode we discuss new Rock releases for November, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction ceremony, more from Alex Van Halen’s book, and other rock news. We play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a recent addition to the Rock Hall. Oh, and whatever happened to Sbarros? #rrhf #jimmybuffett #sbarros

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On this episode we talked about our weekend, heard new music from Dream Theater and Ratt, the ‘Big 4” of AOR according to Ultimate Classic Rock, played MixTape, and climbed the Wall of Tunes for a last name band from the 80s who broke wide open because of a horror flick.

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On this episode we discuss the County Fall Fest that we played at, new music from Motley Crue and The Cure, an excerpt from Alex Van Halen’s memoir and more. We play MixTape and our Wall of Tunes features our picks for underrated Van Halen songs in memory of the great EVH. #vanhalen #motleycrue #thecure

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On this episode we discuss how the universe gives you cats and umbrellas because we never know where they came from. We also discuss the “Big 4” rhythm sections in rock, Classic Rock’s worst mistakes, celebrities we’ve lost recently, Frankie Valli lip-syncing, and more. Plus, we play MixTape, climb the Wall of Tunes for a folk songwriter who makes us feel warm inside, and we come to terms with the fact that we are both tweens deep down inside. #frankievalli #davidwilcox

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On this episode we talk about O’Brien’s trip to see Joko in concert, rock releases set for October, the continuing drama in the band Journey, we play MixTape and climb the Wall of Tunes for a poet who dominated the 70s and 80s and until recently, looked like he was perpetually 25. #journey #jacksonbrowne

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On this episode we once again discuss the “Big 4”, this time it’s songwriting teams. New music from Tears for Fears, the loss of Tito Jackson and Jane’s Addiction. We discuss the new lawsuit against Miley Cyrus. We play our favorite game “MixTape” and we climb the Wall of Tunes for the queen of slide guitar who only seems to get better with age. #songwriters #janesaddiction #bonnieraitt

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On this episode we introduce our new 90s country band, hear new music from Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains, meet our new fan and future manager of The Pines, Ilsa, discuss the Big 5 of rock guitar, play MixTape, climb the Wall of Tunes for a 90s band named after a Monty Python skit, and we debut the O’Brien & Doug’s “Homeschool Circle”. #90scountry #aliceinchains #ttws

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On this episode we discuss the top 4 prog rock bands, the Journey legal case, Fantasy football, and more. We played MixTape and climbed the Wall of Tunes. What did you expect? You should know all this by now. #progrock #philcollins #doyoureallyreadthesehashtags

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On this episode we give our take on who the top 5 hair metal bands are, and we discuss the best rock riffs. We hear new “old” music from Bryan Adams and we play MixTape. Our Wall of Tunes has us remembering one of the greatest blues guitarists there ever was. #hairmetal #bryanadams #srv

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On this episode we lament the passing of Jack Russell and Greg Kihn, and someone even closer to the family. We preview rock releases for September, hear new-old music from Foreigner, and we watch the trailer for a new hair band documentary. MixTape is on the table and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a supergroup from the late 80s that lasted two albums before they all went back to their main attractions. #jackrussell #hairband #badenglish

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On this episode we talk about what happened on this day in rock history, “The Top 50 Rocks Songs from the 90s that Don’t Suck”; we reveal our best “road trip to Vegas” songs for MixTape, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a hair band from the 80s who went through a pretty tough time but are still rocking stages, even in Rhode Island. #rockhistory, #greatwhite

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On this episode we relive the wedding of O’Brien’s second born child and drool over his honeymoon destination. We hear new music from Bryan Adams and Ted Nugent, discuss the retirement of Aerosmith, and Metallica does Neil Diamond. Ouch. We play our favorite new game, “MixTape”, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who was once known by another name, but still is largely unknown in the U.S. #wedding #aerosmith #hairband #blackstarriders

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We are back after a week off. On this episode we discuss Doug’s week away and the upcoming wedding of O’Brien’s second born child. We also hear new solo music from Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi, talk some 90s rock songs that don’t suck according to UCR, drool over the new Sammy Hagar “Best of All Worlds Tour” and we play our favorite new game, “MixTape”. We also climb the Wall of Tunes for a local rock band that has a direct connection to this podcast. #atlc #sammyhagar #rockdox

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On this episode we HAVE to discuss the National Anthem at the MLB Home Run Derby because…well, because. We talk about Slash’s new blues album, preview some new rock music releases coming up in August, find out why Sylvester Stallone wanted to burn footage of “First Blood”, read some listener mail, and we play MixTape. What was ‘last week’s question again?’ Or was it ‘this week’s question’? We climb the Wall of Tunes for a lesser known band from the 90s that certainly influenced Brian’s songwriting. #ingridandress #slash #billypilgrim

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On this episode we hear new music from Deep Purple, share record-breaking Bon Jovi news, establish a new name for our acoustic duo, discuss the top 20 greatest drummers according to AI, and we answer listener mail, which brings another reaction. Plus, we play Mix Tape and we climb the Wall of Tunes for the long-dissed album from O’Brien’s favorite band. #deeppurple #bonjovi #vanhalen

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On this episode we talk about Brian’s anniversary trip to see James Taylor in concert; we discuss a few things that happened on this date in music history. We play our new favorite game “Mixtape” and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band that is named after a legendary city and were coming out of their most successful run on the charts. #jamestaylor #chicago #mixtape

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On this week’s episode we question why Taylor Swift was voted a better guitar player than Brad Paisley and others, we discuss, begrudgingly, the effect that artificial intelligence is already having on the entertainment industry. We answer some listener mail, which leads to one of our first reaction episodes. Oh and we are back to recording video promos starting this week. I’m not sure if we should say you’re welcome or not. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an album that was not held in very high esteem by fans o...

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It's our 200th episode. We visit with Chris and Chris, or Bob and Chris, or Bob and Morton! We talk a bit about the Star City Syndicate, a bit about Collective Soul and a bit about how we all got to know each other. We play Mixtape, celebrate Sir Paul's 82nd birthday by playing one of his live albums. Thanks to all for coming along for this ride with us. New promos start next week. #200 

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On this episode we share Kelly Clarkson’s undeniably cool cover of Metallica, new music from Foghat, a Michael McDonald story that may or may not be in his memoir, and we discuss Ultimate Classic Rock’s list of the Top 20 Hard Rock and Metal albums from 1989. We also play our new favorite hypothetical game, “Mixtape”, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a hidden gem duo that only made one record and then split. #kellyclarkson #metallica #michaelmcdonald #eastmountainsouth #mixtape

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On this episode we discuss a possible addition to our duties here at the podcast; we find out what songs were at number one in various countries on the day we were born; we talk about the fresh sounds of the sixties, a little Michael McDonald talk…because…well, just because, we play our new favorite game “Mixtape”, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a mild-mannered artist who’s name is synonymous with the 70s singer/songwriter movement…and the man O’Brien saw in concert on his honeymoon and his last wedding a...

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On this episode we recount our trip to the coast to see John Hiatt, we react to Apple Music's 100 Best LPs, we reveal the winner of last week's Mixtape question, our answers to this week's question, and ask the question for next week. You should play along. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a contemporary blues artist and somehow stump Doug. #johnhiatt #apple #robertcray

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On this episode we talk new music releases that are due out in June, the newest song from Bon Jovi’s forthcoming album, how a band can or cannot continue with no original members, and our MMM (Michael McDonald Moment) has us discussing Michael’s new memoir a bit and how at first he resisted the term “Yacht Rock”. We play a new game called card game called “Mixtape” and we climb the Wall of Tunes for one of our favorite singer/songwriters who we are seeing live in a fairly intimate setting this very we...

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 On this episode we talk about the new 40th Anniversary edition of Def Leppard’s “Pyromania” and how it set the stage for what was to come. We dive a little into AI, but honestly it scares us. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an album from 1982 from Darth Vader, but not really. #defleppard #AI #billyjoel

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On this episode we hear new music from Deep Purple, David Gilmour, Richie Sambora and Motley Crue; we read Ultimate Classic Rock’s list of the 50 Greatest Power Ballads in Rock History (we disagree with a lot of it) and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band of friends out of Colorado who happen to be one of our favorites. And we end with a Dad joke! Namaste! #richiesambora #deeppurple #bigheadtodd

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On this episode we visit with our old friend “Wildman” and reminisce about the old days while celebrating the life of another friend. Oh, and we discuss the new Bon Jovi documentary. RIP Phil!

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On this episode we talk about who is actually is on the list of Rock Hall of Fame nominees, new releases for the month of May, a new song from Motley Crue since parting ways with Mick Mars, and the song Jon Bon Jovi would sing if he knew it was his last…all according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an album that ended a band in its most classic form….aaaand we contemplate a new band name. #rockhall #motleycrue #bonjovi #journey

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On this episode we discuss the list of artists who are NOT yet in the Rock Hall, and it’s long. We also hear new music from the offspring….of the Beatles, and more from Slash’s upcoming solo blues album. We climb the Wall of Tunes with a twist…the musical score from a motion picture. See if you can guess which one before Doug does. For our (MMM) Michael McDonald Moment, O’Brien enters a sweepstakes for his upcoming memoir. #rockhall #beatles #slash #michaelmcdonald #forrestgump

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On this episode we discuss everything BUT the solar eclipse. Actually, we say a thing or two about it. Sorry for that. Seriously though, it’s our 4 year anniversary!! We talk about a slew of new “Farewell” tours….plus some bands who have changed their mind$ and are coming back for ONE LAST hurrah! We wax nostalgic about the beginnings of the podcast and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a pop artist from the 80s who married up. #solareclipse #richardmarx #daisyfuentes

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On this episode we discuss our first Skinny Elvis gig, the Solar Eclipse, the 50 Most Misunderstood Songs in Rock, and more. We check out some newly acquired rock tunes in the collection and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a guitar virtuoso who once played the Devil. #skinnyelvis #solareclipse #stevevai

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On today’s episode we talk about what O’Brien thinks was a message from up above, or at least from Ben the phantom IT guy; we share a new single from the upcoming Bacon Brothers album, discuss some other new releases expected in the month of April, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a singing angel who hails from Maine. #baconbrothers #pattygriffin #benthephantomITguy

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On today’s episode we discuss the death of the legendary Eric Carmen, the new song from Sheryl Crow and Peter Gabriel, and the new tour featuring the reunion of the Doobie Brothers and Michael McDonald. Our MMM includes a rare track from one of his former gigs, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band who gained their greatest fame from a movie, but were an excellent pop/rock hitmaker. #ericcarmen #doobie #michaelmcdonald #survivor

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On today’s episode we take a trip back to the 80s to enjoy our favorite TV theme songs. We also discuss Def Leppard’s 40th Anniversary of "Pyromania" and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a woman who goes by one syllable but is multi-talented. #80s #tvthemes #defleppard #cher

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On today’s episode we discuss O’Brien’s recent acquisitions from Bull Moose Music, which leads to a discussion about the life of a musician, which leads to a discussion about the pitfalls of being a musician, which leads to depression, which then changes course again…like it always does. We play a teaser of Rick Beato’s interview with Michael McDonald and discover that MM and O’Brien share an affinity for HOKAs. We climb the Wall of Tunes for one of the greatest guitar players and artists the world of country musi...

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On today’s episode we discuss what may have been keeping Alex Van Halen so busy lately, the return of the illustrious missing MACA Hofner bass guitar, and new rock releases coming in March. We climb the Wall of Tunes for an 80s rock stalwart and their first foray onto American airwaves. #Vanhalen #McCartney #DefLeppard

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On today’s episode we discuss the late Toby Keith, the new nominees for the Rock and Joke Hall of Fame, although at least one artist should be a shoe-in by now, Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal issue and we kind of give him a pass, and outrageous tour rider requests (brown m&m’s anyone?). We climb the Wall of Tunes for an often overlooked album from one of the biggest bands in the 80s. #rhof #jbj #whitesnake

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On today’s episode we discuss travel basketball; this year’s Grammy Awards, briefly, because no one cares. We go a bit more in depth on the new songs from both Billy Joel and Bon Jovi. We mention the new album Mrs. Kelce, our first Skinny Elvis gig, and lots more. We also have plans for Valentine’s Day. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a 90s folk/pop artists we have covered before, because she’s that good. #grammy #bonjovi #taylorswift #shawncolvin #onlyfans

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On today’s episode we discuss this year’s Superbowl matchup, some upcoming albums by a couple big name artists, a movie that did NOT need remaking, the top 50 “Yacht Rock” songs according to Ultimate Classic Rock, this week’s MMM (Michael McDonald Moment), and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a sleepy album from a legendary artist. #yachtrock #ericclapton #superbowl

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On today’s episode we discuss the success of our Star City Syndicate fundraiser, a couple of rock bands bidding farewell, a new songs from the Piano Man, and the 30 most depressing country songs ever, according to TasteofCountry.com (hint: there’s a difference between depressing and sad….and Dolly Parton wins). We climb the Wall of Tunes for an artist we’ve apparently done before but we still get goosebumps. #billyjoel #country #robertpalmer

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On today’s episode we discuss Cousin Larry visiting Red Sox Fantasy camp, Guitar World’s list of Greatest Guitarists, and more. Sure, we throw a bunch of rock stories in there for good measure, like what happened to Geddy Lee after Neil Peart’s death. We go on a bunch of other tangents too, including one about Jimmy Stewart. Plus, we listen to the new song from Sheryl Crow, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a soulful artist who sold millions of records, after her death. #guitarworld #EvaCassidy #sherylcrow

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Happy 2024! On today’s episode we discuss what we did for New Year’s Eve and what we may be doing next year. We also discuss the new ‘voice’ of the O’Brien & Doug Podcast (you’ll have to listen to find out). We hear about the O’Brien family’s holiday card that never happened, and his latest acquisitions from our friends at KMH Music. On top of that, we dig into UCR’s list of terrible rock cover songs. Our MMM has us thinking doobies and we climb the Wall of Tunes for one of O...

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On this episode we discuss Geddy Lee being fired from Rush, and the right and wrong way to part ways in a band, rock’s nastiest onstage fights according to UCR, and we listen to the new song from Mick Mars. Our MMM (Michael McDonald Moment) might be one of the single greatest songs ever written for a movie. We climb the Wall of Tunes for a retro-style artist from the 80s who happens to be part of one of the sexiest music videos ever made. #rush #mickmars #michaelmcdonald #chrisisaak

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On this episode we discuss O’Brien’s day job, Geddy Lee’s lost demo, rock’s misheard lyrics, our MMM featuring James Ingram, and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a band out of the 80s that we learned are defined as “synth-pop”. #geddylee #michaelmcdonald #duranduran

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On this episode we discuss the theory of dying in threes, KISS becoming a “virtual” band and what that means for rock and roll, Rock’s 30 greatest trios, and the 50 most covered songs of all time, both according to Ultimate Classic Rock. We bring you the next installment of our “Michael McDonald Moment” (Mmm), and we climb the Wall of Tunes for a female folk/rock duo that features O’Brien’s favorite song of all time. #KISS #trios #michaelmcdonald #indigogirls

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On this episode we talk about some interesting Metal music facts you may not know, plus some of rock's biggest conspiracy theories according to UCR. We gush over our new musical side project "Skinny Elvis" and Hall & Oates eating each other for breakfast, and we have our Michael McDonald Moment of the Week (shared on our FB page). We climb the Wall of Tunes for a Canadian Blues Rock trio. #conspiracy #skinnyelvis #jeffhealey

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