Andrew gives us a song that allows us to think about someone we love and what it feels like to comfort them in a time of vulnerability. Andrew has written some excellent ballads and this one is particularly special to him.

Song audio: https://youtu.be/a94hiA-_xeY

Rocktail Hour: https://youtu.be/klXeUs8r5g8

Instagram livestream, 2020: https://youtu.be/j3HJADK3Cco?t=2549

Dana Point, 2020: https://youtu.be/ZaNN6-Jlj-U?t=1711

First Avenue article: https://first-avenue.com/performer/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness/

Album review: https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20181117/p2g/00m/0et/017000c

Marissa joins to discuss one of her favorite Andrew McMahon deep cuts. We talk about her history as a fan, the song·s potential meaning, what Andrew may have been thinking about when writing it, and more!

Song Audio (Remastered): https://youtu.be/0j-WRUkZpno

Song Audio (Original): https://youtu.be/NCv-od4wYPw

The Terrible Writing Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9mMzNjMjNjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz?ep=14

Instagram livestream, 2020: https://youtu.be/H2L8EUg3gro?t=568

The Glass Passenger Deluxe live version: https://youtu.be/KAVDFHROfKg

Live in 2011: https://youtu.be/f9Gyzt7Au-I

Tis the season! Let's celebrate with Andrew's only studio-recorded holiday cover song. Maybe one day we'll get a full holiday album, but for today, we'll explore this one's origins, delve into Andrew's own take on this classic, and why this should maybe not be considered a "Christmas song".

AMITW, 2017: https://youtu.be/SKecREPZuoc

Margaret Whiting (original), 1947: https://youtu.be/s-f1HcY4gAs

The Orioles, 1949: https://youtu.be/gJt1xSRmgfQ

Puddles' Pity Party, 2017: https://youtu.be/v5ZMuM5lcvA

One of Andrew's oldest songs and one that changed his songwriting forever, we're talking about a deep cut that explores teenage love and angst, Andrew's relationship with his parents, and more.

Song (from Galaxy Sessions): https://youtu.be/mR4ZbKZ7hBc

Demo (less guitar) version: https://youtu.be/WaUCwsSnpws

May 5, 2020 Instagram livestream: https://youtu.be/qi7cZcc4XSg?t=512

Order "Three Pianos" book: https://andrewmcmahon.com/collections/frontpage/products/three-pianos-a-memoir-signed-copy

We recently went on The Rock Boat XXI and saw 3 Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness concerts, as well as a bonus "Andrew and Jon" acoustic set. In addition, we made lots of new friends, had some very unique experiences, and saw lots of other great live music as well. Hear all about it, including each of our top 5 moments, on this special episode!

Our videos from Rock Boat: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJnjZQhUA2zqvdEs4o4coL-Fa

American Authors - Go Big or Go Home (acoustic live): https://youtu.be/MJoPow60gjo

Mayday Parade - Golden Days: https://youtu.be/jLdC0-T5foE

In Part 2 of this 2-part episode, we are joined by three more returning guests to discuss what is special about this track among the fanbase, as well as debate lyrics, and return to a quick game of Would You Rather?

Shownotes

Donate to Dear Jack: (2021 link has expired)

HSNE podcast: https://www.dragonwagonradio.com/hsne

Song (Ready...Break version): https://youtu.be/FHLxMS7xOqk

Song (studio version): https://youtu.be/PkUJkKtF_LE

Live at the Ventura: https://youtu.be/0NwJWWnn-cw

2020 livestream: https://youtu.be/S1WA-e7LWRw

Chicago Tribune article: https://www.chicagotribune.com/redeye/redeye-andrew-mcmahon-interview-20151102-story.html

Glamour interview with Andrew: https://www.glamour.com/story/andrew-mcmahon-reveals-the-rea

Three former guests return to discuss one of the most notable and memorable songs in Andrew's catalog. We talk live shows, lyrics, and even play a game of Would You Rather?

Shownotes

Donate to Dear Jack: (2021 link has expired)

Guests: www.whoismikevaldes.com (Mike) @jakesmannequin on Instagram (Jake) and @knockthatdoor on Twitter (Bella)

Original audio (Ready...Break version): https://youtu.be/FHLxMS7xOqk

Original audio (studio version): https://youtu.be/PkUJkKtF_LE

Live at the Ventura: https://youtu.be/0NwJWWnn-cw

2020 livestream: https://youtu.be/S1WA-e7LWRw

Chicago Tribune article: https://www.chicagotribune.com/redeye/redeye-andrew-mcmahon-interview-20151102-story.html

Glamour interview with Andrew: https://www.glamour.com/story/andrew-mcmahon-reveals-the-rea

Travel the seas and learn about this oft forgotten bonus track from the Jack's Mannequin era that chronicles an important facet of Andrew's career and even gives us a sneak preview of some future Wilderness lyrics and sounds.

Shownotes:

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/Kew0qCRBra8

Review of Feb 2010 concert: https://www.ocweekly.com/jacks-mannequin-debut-new-material-at-viper-room-west-hollywood-6583755/

This time, we go back over 20 years in Andrew's career to revisit a deep cut that hasn't been mentioned much since. A sincere snapshot into the mind of an adolescent, trying to make sense of the world, in a time when it seemed like nothing good was happening.

Shownotes: Song audio: https://youtu.be/eoTTFiNTMtY

Bella joins to discuss a well-loved sing-a-long Andrew song. We talk about the album as a whole, why this one is so special to fans, and our own individual unique connections to this one.

Song: https://youtu.be/j9-UytVa1gA

West Coast Winter: https://youtu.be/Cx5-IRGJbBk

Acoustic: https://youtu.be/F5Gl--Hbclo

Live Del Ray Beach: https://youtu.be/fktSWY9ElXM

Live El Rey Theatre: https://youtu.be/SzbujLGcrCg

Melodica: https://youtu.be/2fZrNKJszZw