Join Harry and Dean as they welcome back guest Super Bowl Halftime Show expert, Jack Bernard. The three breakdown Usher’s 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show, each sharing their differing perspectives and debating the merits of the production value vs. the music. They also discuss the legacy of Usher’s performance, and where it lands among the rest.

Join Harry and Dean as they reflect on their expierence at the Jackie Greene concert at the Ventura Music Hall.

Join Harry and Dean as they rank their Five Fave Super Bowl Halftime Shows. BUT WAIT…Special guest Jack Bernard aka JackyB joins the hosts as the podcast’s first ever special guest! 

A longtime friend of both, Jack is a certified Super Bowl Halftime expert, and he brings his in-depth analysis to every pick. Jack brings controversial takes on universally beloved performances, and Harry shares somewhat controversial takes on Jack’s beloved performances, making this episode a must! 

Dean also talks about the performances opened his musical eye to new sounds, Harry craps on the performance you all forgot even happened, and Jack shares his number one halftime show rule. With over an hour of excellent conversation, this episode is a DOOZY

Click here to watch all of the Super Bowl Halftime Shows mentioned in this episode

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqw4MP6BcgqP6pw_7zC9A9sUboQQU6ZwQ&si=jN-n6tleBKkXgCFQ

Join Harry and Dean as they cover the exciting announcements in the Goose community this week! They unpack Cotter Ellis’s arrival and announcement video, initial thoughts, and possible shift in band dynamics. They also chat about the new instrumental Ted Tapes album the band dropped, and the Summer Tour 2024. Harry and Dean also express their grievances on the lack of news about a new album, and what they hope for in the future

Join Harry and Dean as they preview the return of Dead & Company and go over a bunch of other current musical topics on their mind! Harry and Dean break down the big announcement of Dead & Company’s 18 show residency at the state of the art Sphere in Las Vegas. The guys talk about everything you want to know, from ticket prices and seating, to “Where’s Shakedown Street?” Both sharing their conflicting views, Harry and Dean discuss the potential limitations of a Dead show at the Sphere, but why they ultimately still want to go.

In other news, Harry and Dean dissect the series of teaser videos from Goose, Pearl Jam’s new album, Mac Saturn’s controversy, Joni Mitchell’s return to the Hollywood Bowl, and a bunch more! It’s certainly an episode you don’t want to miss!

Join Harry and Dean as they list their Five Fave NPR Tiny Desk Concerts. NPR Tiny Desk Concerts is a video series of musical performances put on by NPR Music. These “concerts” quickly gained popularity as the series became known for its often stripped down, intimate sets, and deeply personal performances. With over 15 years and 1000 performances, Tiny Desk is as strong as ever, and continues to produce excellent content for music lovers.

Harry and Dean share their well-crafted selections that boast variety as representative of the range of the Tiny Desk series itself. From massive pop stars to Indian/bluegrass fusion, these short sets will surely dazzle as much as they will tug on your heartstrings. And don’t miss Harry’s surprising shout-out to the boy band whose set completely changed his mind on their music!

Click here to watch all of the NPR Tiny Desk Concerts mentioned in this episode

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqw4MP6BcgqNCPoL0hJ9S_7Q144gczdPb&si=J9uBBu3pthuG8pMd

Join Harry and Dean as they review their first concert of 2024, Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country Show on 1/18/24 in Ventura.

Here is the link to some concert footage from Cosmic Country's cover of CCR's Midnight Special featuring Sugar Legg's Vocals

Join Harry and Dean as they discuss their Five Fave Daniel Donato songs.

Daniel Donato is a young country/rock guitar-slinger from Nashville, who has made waves in the jam scene in the past few years. With his band Cosmic Country by his side, Donato has become known for firing tasty Southern licks off his fretboard, improvising inspiring jams that reach out beyond just country music, and putting on incredible live shows. These are just a few of the reasons Harry and Dean love Daniel Donato and listen to the episode for the rest!

After you listen to the episode, make sure to check out the playlist full of Harry and Dean's picks!
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1fi7nV8i1pamwWvqfkoZgt?si=VRnwzJ3YRo6d0ZzPY-sHwQ&pi=u-kZSsxWbkTXKk

Join Harry and Dean on their first ever bonus episode as they review "Dead Ahead," a Grateful Dead inspired festival featuring the likes of Bob Weir, Mickey Hart, Derek Trucks, and many more!

Reminiscent of Dead & Company's, "Playing in the Sand" event, "Dead Ahead" featured many different acts and even a NEW post-Jerry incarnation of the Dead. Harry and Dean break it all down for you in this episode, from Dean's LP Giobbi insights, to Harry's Sturgill Simpson woes.

Join Harry and Dean as they rank their Five Fave concerts of 2023.

In another recap episode of 2023, Harry and Dean discuss some of the many great moments in live music they were lucky enough to witness this past year. Listen up as they recount memorable sit-ins, exciting setlist choices, and songs that brought tears to their eyes. With record concert years for both, this top five truly brings you the cream of the crop, as this was a truly unforgettable year.

After you listen to the episode, make sure to check out the playlist full of Harry and Dean's picks!

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5hPgKV1dIjNm34a9APtSVU?si=10f11d8516c04df9