This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, the boys have another fun show for the fans, headlined by another Album Review! This week we are jumping into the 90s for a topical review after Mike saw Hootie and The Blowfish a few weeks ago. As such, we are reviewing their smash hit debut album: "Cracked Rear View". We talk about Mike getting exposed to new music, the album's 4 chart topping singles , and how it cut through the noise of grunge and alternative music in its era to become so successful. We also reveal how this legendary band got its name so be sure to tune in!

We also have the return of our new segment "Wanna Get Mad About a List?" where we run through a ranking of the "Top 25 Best Guitar Solos of All-Time". We discuss the list, debate the order and also rattle off which songs were left off?! Let us know your thoughts in the comments as well.

In addition, the boys discuss their recent Bob Dylan obsession and Mike has the usual shenanigans cooked up with great "This Day in Music History" and "Grooves of the Week" segments. Nick rounds out the show with a few Vinyl Friday Recaps including The Bee Gees' "Main Course" and Led Zeppelin's "Led Zeppelin".

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday.

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, we have a fully loaded show, headlined by multiple concert reviews. This past week Mike went to Windy City Smoke Out to see Hootie and the Blowfish and both the boys saw Bob Dylan in Chicago. We discuss both experiences, enjoying BBQ, seeing a music legend in Bob and enjoying a phone free concert experience! Finally, Nick has some "Music Current Events" discussing music legend Bonnie Tyler who sadly passed away this past week at the age of 75.

In addition, Mike has the usual shenanigans cooked up with two "Grooves of the Week" and another great "This Day in Music History" segment. We also discuss (some of us) enjoying country music in the summer and the boys round it out with a few Vinyl Friday Recaps including Rush's "Permanent Waves" and Bruce Springsteen's "Greetings From Asbury Park, N.J.".

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, the boys have another fun show for the fans, headlined by another Album Review! This week we are turning the clock back to 1981 for Journey's smash hit "Escape. We run through this star studded track list including "Don't Stop Believin'", but also put the spotlight firmly on this album's deep cuts that really round out the music. "Escape" is classic Journey so if you're a fan of the 80s and this band, make sure you tune in!

In addition, the boys discuss the passing of two legends in record produce Clive Davis and founding member of Chicago Walter Parazaider. Mike has the usual shenanigans cooked up with great "This Day in Music History" and "Grooves of the Week" segments. Nick also breaks the news of Oliva Rodrigo's all women music festival and that Dave Matthews Band will now by live on the NUGS app! We round out the show with a few Vinyl Friday Recaps including Van Morrison's "Moondance" and The Band's "Stage Fright".

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday.

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, the boys have a FULLY loaded show for the fans, headlined by the return of Snake Drafts after a long hiatus! After a long break we will be running through our favorite songs about trains! Inspired by a recent trip to visit the legendary Big Boy No. 4014 locomotive on its visit to the Chicago suburbs, our good first Big Ry joins the show as we run through all our favorite tunes about trains big and small and riding the rails.

In addition, we have a new segment called "Wanna Get Mad at a List" in which we debate the New York Times recent list of the "Top American Song Writers". Mike then runs through his two favorite segments with another great "On This Day in Music History" and two new "Groove of the Week" recaps. Nick rounds out the show with two great "Vinyl Friday" recaps including Bruce Springsteen's "Nebraska" and Nirvana's "Nevermind".

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday.

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, the boys have another fun show for the fans, headlined by another Album Review! This week we are turning the clock back to 1978 for The Police's debut album "Outlandos d'Amour". We run through this star studded track list, open Mike's eyes up to this great rock/punk band, and compare them to CCR in terms of their legendary short career as well. If you're a fan of Sting, Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers, you'll definitely enjoy this review.

In addition, Mike is back in the US and has some fun stories from his annual road trip back from Arizona and our recent trip to the Indy 500. He also has the usual shenanigans cooked up with great "This Day in Music History" and "Grooves of the Week" segments! We round out the show with a few Vinyl Friday Recaps including Bob Seger's "Stranger in Town" and John Lennon and Yoko Ono's "Double Fantasy".

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday.

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, we have a fully loaded THROWBACK show for the fans, headlined by a great "Tape Deck Talk" segment as a treat for long time loyal listeners. We discuss a range of topics, including debating lead singers of bands, NHL goal songs, white wale albums and time travel as well. We also have a great "Music Current Events" segment that touches on a big payday for the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Noah Kahan's new album/recent SNL performance.

In addition, Mike has the usual shenanigans cooked up with another great "Groove of the Week Recap" and "On This Day in Music History" segment. Nick and Mike round it out with a few Vinyl Friday Recaps including Dexys Midnight Runners' "Too-Rye-Ay" and Led Zeppelin's "Led Zeppelin III".

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday.

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, the boys have another great episode for you all, and this week they are trading places with Mike hosting the show and Nick sliding into the sidecar. The boys have some laughs navigating the other's roles, even if its just for one episode. We also have another "Track List Takedown" segment as the boys run down their Top 5 One Hit Wonders of All-time. Whether its the songs of Ah-Ha or Tommy Tutone, these jams hold a special place in music history so get ready to run through your favorite hits with us.

As is tradition, Nick has the usual shenanigans cooked up with two great "Groove of the Week" recaps and as well as a FULLY LOADED "On This Day in Music History" segment. The boys also run through Music Current Events which includes the latest in the DOJ case against the hated Live Nation/Ticketmaster. Mike rounds out the show with a few Vinyl Friday Recaps including Genesis' "Genesis" and Bob Dylan/The Band's "Before The Flood" .

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, the boys have an another great show for the people, headlined by another documentary review! We have been listening to a lot of music by Paul McCartney and Wings and as such, are reviewing McCartney's newest documentary about the band: "Man on the Run". The film chronicles McCartney's life after the break-up of the Beatles and the eventual formation of his new band: Wings! We discuss the highlights, why Wings deserves more attention as a great 70s band as well as all the new facts they learned about the group. If you're a Paul McCartney or Beatles fan, I'm sure you will enjoy!

In addition, our favorite organization, The Rock 'N Roll HOF, recently announced their 2026 inductees and maybe for the first time in podcast history, we say something positive about them! We discuss the current year inductees and celebrate those such as Phil Collins who have waited a long time for this great honor. Mike runs through his two favorite segments and the usual shenanigans with another great "On This Day in Music History" segment and two new "Groove of the Week" recaps, naturally they are Wings' songs. Nick rounds it out with two great "Vinyl Friday" recaps for the people including Fleetwood Mac's "Fleetwood Mac" and Paul Simon's "Graceland".

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, the boys have another great episode for you all, headlined by another "Track List Take Down" segment as the boys run down their Top 10 Love Ballads/Power Ballads. Break out your best Bon Jovi and 90s Aerosmith impressions and join the boys as they rattle off their favorite power ballads that will get you air guitaring with tears streaming down your cheeks. Mike also recaps his Spring Break Trip to San Diego to see Foreigner on the heels of their 2025 induction into the Rock 'N Roll HOF.

As is tradition, Mike has the usual shenanigans cooked up with two great "Groove of the Week" recaps and as well as a "On This Day in Music History" segment. The boys also run through Music Current Events which includes upcoming new albums coming out in 2026 and Celine Dion's return to the concert stage this summer. They round out the show with a few Vinyl Friday Recaps including Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of The Moon" (shout-out our full review on Episode 25) and The Eagles' "Eagles Live" .

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday

This week on the 8 Tracks podcast, the boys have another great episode for you all as we celebrate 3 YEARS of the 8 Tracks podcast. We take a trip down memory lane as we remember our Top 5 moments of our first three years and hopefully many more. From all our great Snake Drafts to legendary concerts and everything in between, take a trip with us as we remember our great times!

In addition, we are bringing back the "Track List Take Down" segment as the boys run down their Top 10 AC/DC songs. Though we touched on this int he last episode, we wanted to iron out our full lists which I think will surprise everyone for a loop. Mike has the usual shenanigans cooked up with two great "Groove of the Week" recaps and another great "This Day in Music History" segment. The boys round it out the show with a few Vinyl Friday Recaps including Elton John's "Don't Shoot Me I'm Only The Piano Player" and Boston's "Boston" (shout-out to our Pilot Episode!).

You can find every episode of this show here on Spotify, and Apple Podcast with new episodes dropping every other Friday