Season 2, Episode 8: In Discussion - In Review - Cracked Rear View by Hootie & The Blowfish (with commentary from Mark Bryan)

We're drowning in nostalgia this week as we travel back to 1994 to review the iconic debut record from Hootie & The Blowfish, Cracked Rear View. We are joined by the band's legendary lead guitarist, Mark Bryan, who gives us insight into the making of the record in light of its 30th anniversary this year. What was it like for Mark to receive a Grammy Award from Tupac Shakur and a recently re-formed KISS? How did the band get on the Friends soundtrack? What does Mark really think of that Post Malone cover? Find out in this exclusive interview.

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Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Kind of a Girl - Tinted Windows, 2010

2.) What They Do - The Roots, 1996

3.) Eleanor Rigby - Zoot, 1970

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) I Shall Be Released (Live at Budokan) - Bob Dylan, 1979

2.) One I Want - Flatland Calvary, 2016

3.) Everything At Once - Hippo Campus, 2024

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.

Season 2, Episode 7: In Discussion - Talking MTV with Mark Goodman

I WANT MY OBU-FM! Wait, that's not it...

In this episode, we are joined by the legendary Mark Goodman, one of the original MTV VJs, who stops by to discuss the heyday of the 1980s cultural revolution that he was at the forefront of. Hear stories about Live Aid, John Lennon's assassination, and an unfortunate evening with Daryl Hall & John Oates, plus many more in this exclusive interview.

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Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) The Downtown Lights - The Blue Nile, 1988

2.) You've Been in Love (That Little Bit Too Long) - Phil Collins, 1989

3.) Hey Girl - Michael McDonald, 1993

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Kings - Steely Dan, 1972

2.) Living For The City - Stevie Wonder, 1973

3.) Ain't Scared - The Tragic Thrills, 2017

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.

Season 2, Episode 6: In Review - OK Computer by Radiohead

(Recorded on October 24, 2023)

This week, join Sam and Luke for an in-depth discussion about Radiohead's seminal 1997 release, OK Computer. What is techno-angst? Is there a true definition for "Gucci little piggy"? What connection does Radiohead have with Harry Potter? Hear the answers to these questions and more in this week's episode.

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Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Synchronicity I - The Police, 1983

2.) Over You - Roxy Music, 1980

3.) Jaded - Aerosmith, 2001

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Broken Machine - Nothing But Thieves, 2017

2.) Haunted - The Band Camino, 2019

3.) Think I'm In Love With You - Chris Stapleton, 2023

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.

Season 2, Episode 5: In Discussion - Talking Music with Dr. Ben Sells

(Recorded on November 16, 2023)

We are joined this week by Dr. Ben Sells, President of our alma mater, Ouachita Baptist University. Dr. Sells walks us through what music means to him, shares a few of his favorite songs, and discusses his love for the Bee Gees. Also, Dr. Sells, Sam, and Luke weigh in on whether or not November is too early to start listening to Christmas music.

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Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Best of Both Worlds - Van Halen, 1986

2.) Satisfaction Guaranteed - The Firm, 1984

3.) Only When You Leave - Spandau Ballet, 1984

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Oh! Sweet Nuthin' - The Velvet Underground, 1970

2.) Can You Feel It - The Jacksons, 1980

3.) Dreaming - Mac DeMarco, 2012

Dr. Sells' 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) An Acoustic Christmas (album) - Jack Jezzro, 1995

2.) Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long, Long Time) - Elton John, 1972

3.) Blessings - Laura Story, 2011

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.

Season 2, Episode 4: In Review - Sports by Huey Lewis & the News (with commentary from Bill Gibson)

We are joined this week by the Grammy-winning drummer for Huey Lewis & the News, Bill Gibson, who stops by to discuss their 1983 classic, Sports. In this exclusive interview, hear the stories behind the songs, videos, and tour for this legendary record in celebration of its 40th Anniversary.

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Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Heavy Rain - Daryl Hall & John Oates, 1990

2.) The Last Worthless Evening - Don Henley, 1989

3.) Only Over You - Fleetwood Mac, 1982

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Voodoo Chile - Jimi Hendrix, 1968

2.) Silver Springs - Fleetwood Mac, 1977

3.) Rabid Dog - Palace, 2023

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.

Season 2, Episode 3: In Review - Houses of the Holy by Led Zeppelin

Join us this week as we travel back to 1973 to discuss the iconic Led Zeppelin album, Houses of the Holy. What is a crunge? Is Phil Collins truly to blame for the disastrous reunion at Live Aid? How do you pronounce D'yer Mak'er? Why was "Houses of the Holy" not on the Houses of the Holy record? Hear the answers to all of these questions and more in this week's episode.

(Originally released on October 19, 2023)

Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Run To You - Bryan Adams, 1984

2.) Top of the World - Van Halen, 1991

3.) Ugly Shirt - Lush Crayon, 2019

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Boys Of Faith - Zach Bryan, 2023

2.) Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth) - George Harrison, 1973

3.) Sweet Thing - Keith Urban, 2009

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.

Season 2, Episode 2: In Review - Fahrenheit by TOTO (with commentary from Steve Porcaro)

In this week's episode, join us as we sit down with the 3-time Grammy Award-winning keyboardist, songwriter, and founding member of TOTO, Steve Porcaro. In this in-depth interview, Steve details his prolific career working with his former bandmates in TOTO, as well as Michael Jackson, Don Henley, Boz Scaggs, Gary Wright, among others. Steve walks us through working with Quincy Jones on the sessions for We Are the World, and of course, helps us review the album of the week: TOTO's Fahrenheit from 1986. This is a very in-depth episode that you won't want to miss.

(Originally released on September 23, 2023)

Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Lowdown - Boz Scaggs, 1976

2.) My Love's Leavin' - Steve Winwood, 1986

3.) Maggie May - Rod Stewart, 1971

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Gap - The Kooks, 2008

2.) Rosemary - Deftones, 2012

3.) Here Comes My Girl - Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, 1979

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.

Season 2, Episode 1: In Discussion - Talking Music with Sydni Whitfield & Mariah Halbert

Season 2 is finally here! In this episode, Sydni Whitfield and Mariah Halbert from The Sound of the Signal podcast stop by to talk all things music. Hear about overrated artists, desert island album picks, legendary concert experiences, and how listening to Bro Country needs to be a phase and nothing more.

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(Originally released on September 11, 2023)

Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Honeymoon in Beirut - Rick Springfield, 1988

2.) True Blue Love - Lou Gramm, 1989

3.) Hunting High and Low - a-ha, 1985

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Aurora - Mild Orange, 2022

2.) My Eyes - Travis Scott, 2023

3.) Decode - Paramore, 2008

Sydni's (Guest) 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Rambling Man - Laura Marling, 2010

2.) More - The Greeting Committee, 2018

3.) I Know It's Over - The Smiths, 1986

Mariah's (Guest) 3 of the Week's Picks...

1.) Topanga Canyon - John Vincent III, 2019

2.) Till The Flame Turns Blue - The Paper Kites, 2023

3.) A Bird's Last Look - Macabre Plaza, 2022

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

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Season 1, Episode 5: In Review - Ram by Paul McCartney

(Originally released on May 18, 2023 - This episode was shelved for audio quality reasons between June 2023 and January 2024. When we recorded the episode, we were unable to use our usual studio, so we opted for a makeshift recording rig at home instead. This caused the audio to be of a very low quality, so the episode was taken down until we could figure out how to make the much needed improvements. It isn't perfect, but it's 10x better than the original release. This is episode 5 of season 1. Enjoy!)

Description:

It's our long lost 5th episode! Our in-depth analysis of Paul McCartney's sophomore album, Ram, is out now. Join us as we discuss the record and dive into all things McCartney. Find out why Luke considers this to be one of his favorite solo-Beatle projects. Is Paul dead? What is a Monkberry Moon Delight? Find out now on the season 1 finale of OBU-FM.

Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Somebody's Crying - Chris Isaak, 1995

2.) Man on the Run - Colony House, 2023

3.) The Flame - Cheap Trick, 1988

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Yippie Ki Yay - Hippo Campus, 2023

2.) Cosmic Hero - Car Seat Headrest, 2016

3.) Let Down - Radiohead, 1997

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.

Season 1, Episode 4: In Review - An Innocent Man by Billy Joel (with commentary from Mark Rivera)

In this episode, join us as we travel to 1983 to discuss the Billy Joel classic, An Innocent Man. Joining us is Joel's longtime saxophone player, Mark Rivera, who offers his first-hand knowledge of recording this week's album alongside the Piano Man. Rivera also discusses his work with various Beatles, Foreigner, Peter Gabriel, Daryl Hall & John Oates, and more. Grab your Wayfarers, tune up your pianos, and ask your Dad to break out the old Christie Brinkley poster... this is an episode and exclusive interview that you don't want to miss!

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(Originally released on March 20, 2023)

Sam's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) Throwaway - Mick Jagger, 1987

2.) Save a Prayer - Duran Duran, 1982

3.) Rock and Roll - Led Zeppelin, 1971

Luke's 3 of the Week Picks...

1.) If I Ever Get Around To Living - John Mayer, 2012

2.) Have a Cigar - Pink Floyd, 1975

3.) Learning How to Love - Colony House, 2014

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We do not own any music included within this episode of OBU-FM.

This episode is a Questone Entertainment Production in association with the Signal.