Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

In addition to being the drummer for - soon to be - Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Def Leppard, Rick Allen is also an artist. Rick calls in to talks with the Dan’s about his current art show ‘Legends and Dreams’, which is out on tour now. We’ll learn about the inspiration behind his artwork and some of the organizations that Rick has teamed up with. Plus, the guys talk about the recent Hall of Fame nomination and what other plans Rick has in the year ahead. Also on the show, Dan and Dan pick new songs of the week and tell us their New Year resolutions in song form.

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

Happy New Year from Dan and Dan. The guys usher in 2019 with the most musical of guests, Mr. Ben Vaughn. From his early days listening to AM radio just across the river from Philadelphia to his current gig hosting ‘The Many Moods of Ben Vaughn’ radio show, music is life for Ben Vaughn. He’s done it all as a songwriter, performer, producer and DJ. Ben shares some stories with the Dan’s on our first podcast of 2019.

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

You know Michael Azerrad’s work as a music journalist and author. He has received acclaim for his books Come As You Are: The Story of Nirvana and Our Band Could Be Your Life. His latest work, Rock Critic Law is a clever and humorous take on the clichés that have worked their way into rock journalism. The Dan’s talk to Michael about both his new book, his past successes and what he’s working on now. Also, the guys debate the latest round of artists who have been selected for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

Jon Wurster is a man of many talents. He’s the drummer for some incredible rock bands like Superchunk, The Mountain Goats, and Bob Mould. He’s also an actor, comedy writer and a must follow on social media, as you’ll hear. Jon drops by the podcast to talk about some his current projects, his favorite music books and films, and growing up in the Philadelphia area. Lots of laughs, and lots of music with Jon Wurster.

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

Dorothy Carvello was the first female A&R executive in the history of Atlantic Records. She chronicles her career in a new book ‘Anything for a Hit: An A&R Woman’s Story of Surviving the Music Industry’. It’s a shocking portrait of an industry already known to be somewhat lawless. Dorothy talks to Dan and Dan about her intentions for writing the book, how the culture within the industry has changed and what it was like to working alongside industry icons like Ahmet Ertegun.

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

Paul Stanley is the frontman for one of the greatest Rock and Roll bands of all-time, KISS. But did you know he is also a fine artist? He’ll be in the Philadelphia area this week to showcase his artwork and calls in to the podcast to talk about his love of painting and art outside of music. Paul previews the upcoming KISS farewell tour, details his relationship with Gene Simmons, tells us his favorite KISS album, and lots more. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss!

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

The Music Modernization Act is a bi-partisan piece of legislation that is on the path to becoming law, and it is a major potential win for singers and songwriters. Dan and Dan enlist the help of attorney Carrie Ward, owner of Ward Law Group in Philadelphia, to help break things down for us and explain why musicians should be excited. Also, Dan Reed laments over the Bob Seger farewell tour and to Dan DeLuca’s delight, Maroon 5 is playing the Super Bowl.

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

Summer break is over, and the Dan’s are back in the studio. Amos Lee has just released another wonderful album in ‘My New Moon’. The Philadelphia singer and songwriter stopped by the Dan and Dan Music Podcast to talk about the making of the new album, the inspiration behind it, and he brought his guitar to serenade us as well. Plus, the guys reflect on the passing of Aretha Franklin in their two-minute drill and offer up new Songs of the Week.

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC!

Author Steven Hyden returns to the podcast to discuss his new book ‘Twilight of the Gods - A Journey to the End of Classic Rock’. The guys explore the impact that classic rock radio has had on artists themselves and generations of listeners. Plus, Steve explains the influence that the deaths of David Bowie and Tom Petty had on the book. In addition to our interview with Steven Hyden, the Dan’s also pick their favorite songs of the year … so far!

Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! We’re at the halfway point of 2018 and this time around on the podcast we revisit some of our favorite interviews of the year so far. We’ll listen back to a conversation the Dan’s had with legendary record man, Seymour Stein! Plus, Morgan Lander of the heavy metal band Kittie opened our eyes to what it’s like being an all-female band in a male dominated genre. Both were fantastic guests, and you can relive their interviews now!