Something in the Wilderness (Something in the Wilderness)

We review our experience at the May 2023 Grand Rapids Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness show. Melissa returns to the podcast to talk setlist, favorite moments, surprises, and more!

May 2023 setlists: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vw0KQ0GgEHnwLeAos1C8dqkK9hTFWa8sUekJf6GpH90/edit?usp=sharing

Milwaukee set, May 2023: https://youtu.be/7uLx9AK2-_g

Fancam from Adjacent Music Festival, May 2023: https://youtu.be/zyAejb8BDQg

The Cheshire Cat doorstop story: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT81aCTmb/

Author and music journalist Mike Damante joins us this episode to talk about his time in the pop punk scene and his perspective of what things looked like from the inside. We talk about a favorite track from the early years, a fun song that we still love to shout out the words to today!

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/DPPX6dZT0Vw?si=0zBvEePqlEa7GMSF

Mike’s links: https://linktr.ee/mikedamante (order his books here!)

Hey Suburbia! Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5xyHjw0fV6hy4Wt1gOB9T7?si=86d2dd29942f4cf3

Alternative Press interview, 2010: https://www.altpress.com/if_you_c_jordan_10_years_later_with_something_corporates_andrew_mcmaho/

From the Chicago Tribune: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2015/11/05/andrew-mcmahon-talks-recovery-his-legacy-and-why-he-doesnt-play-konstantine-in-concert/

Live on the Late Late Show by Something Corporate, 2002: https://youtu.be/p7SYWV1LWGo?si=dlALSnf06Vcp_F2P

Live by Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, 2023: https://youtu.be/2qi36oWXM1Q?si=XOSxKxUv31ApmGxJ

Who’s ready for a Holiday From Real? We have Sixthman Heather on the show to give us a sneak preview on what to expect on the ship! Get a behind-the-scenes point of view on what it takes to put a party on this scale together and why this may be the vacation of your life. Find out how this event was put together and what to expect when you walk on board. SO MUCH information for you is packed into one episode. Even if you’re not sailing with us, there’s something in this one for everyone!

Join the Holiday From Real facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/881842096385318

Learn more about the cruise: https://www.holidayfromrealcruise.com/

Andrew on the pool deck, Rock Boat 2021: https://youtu.be/16gAhXQbc60?si=edVjZ22czC5j2Bx6

Laura Kane, the author of “Luceat Lux Vestra: Let Your Light Shine” joins us with some very personal content and why this particular song is so special to her. Learn about her recent book that ties each chapter back to a different Andrew song and also about her battle and survivor story with cancer.

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/sA8PaIw5gcE

Order “Luceat Lux Vestra: Let Your Light Shine” by Laura Kane: https://fultonbooks.com/books/?book=luceat-lux-vestra

Entertainment Tonight Interview: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg

Music Box version: https://youtu.be/EjYuw-UdqrA

Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/Zs3pqaIpRRo?t=158

Live at the El Rey, 2012: https://youtu.be/h5fraTwsgeg

Piano-only version at The Bing Lounge 101.9 FM in Portland, 2011: https://youtu.be/aomb4YyAWP8

Wine and Warpaint cover: https://youtu.be/-HTG3cgTbLw

Let’s return to a time in Andrew’s career where he needed a restart. He tried something completely new and different. Learn about a song he wrote for someone special in his life, at a time when he was reflecting on his life, while also trying to look forward to the next chapter.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/sq7BjFPFNBU

Live in 2013: https://youtu.be/GiMMp9YMd20

Mike Valdes from the Childlike at Best with Mike Valdes Podcast returns for his 3rd song episode! We dive into lyrics, tell stories about where we were when this song hit us and what it meant to us, talk about one of our all-time favorite albums, and then we speculate on the Something Corporate Las Vegas setlist!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/ByS4-h2WYTw?si=jgE-W8GoB_0Y6kCW

Mike Valdes’ links: https://linktr.ee/mikevaldes

Louisville Cardinal article, 2003: https://www.louisvillecardinal.com/2005/02/something-corporate-becomes-something-special-with-north/

Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/uc02Wp1-T0o?si=iS1efNU2Q9yBrJMV

Live at DJF VIP Night, 2019: https://youtu.be/pUhkpqievJE?si=_Abm8TLmfJRjGiwf

Instagram Live, May 2020: https://youtu.be/Wbz532K9ONA?si=o2NEhW67DVVSnupb&t=1513

In this special Valentine's episode, we'll take a trip back 20 years to a very special song to Andrew. Tis the season for a good ballad about unrequited love. Jake guests to help us discuss this one.

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

Instagram Live on April 1, 2020: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY (at the 30:20 mark)

Live at the Ventura, 2003: https://youtu.be/gjoPAqTz2Uc

AOL sessions, 2002: https://youtu.be/T6rAcU3iatQ

The JET (Jake’s Entertainment Talk) podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-jet-jakes-entertainment-talk/id1415418561

19 ninety what? (Jake’s brother’s 90s music) podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nineteen-ninety-what/id1414434140

www.concertarchives.org

Rachel joins the show to talk about a more recent Andrew track. We take a break from SoCo summer to discuss how it’s helped inspire her to challenge herself in multiple ways. Next, she is raising funds to run in the Marine Corp marathon for the Dear Jack Foundation. The link is below if you’d like to donate to the Dear Jack Foundation on her behalf.

Song Visualizer: https://youtu.be/K3Au51VfGwA?si=Nl0lRPOmFEh7WfcS

Rachel’s Dear Jack Fundraising page for the Marine Corps Marathon: https://donate.hakuapp.com/donations/new?fundraiser=c09f443769be50367135

Rachel’s DJF Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/teamimaginationrunningwild

Andrew describes the song on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CmhAUM1oU0U/?hl=en

American Songwriter article, 2023: https://americansongwriter.com/review-andrew-mcmahon-sifts-through-his-past-in-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more/

Consequence of Sound article, 2023: https://consequence.net/2023/03/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more-track-by-track/4/

Live in Manhattan, April 2023: https://youtu.be/lX2Gn4YEQnI?si=dlXgmTULV_84QD_Y

Take a journey back in time to the summer. Lots of details, shared memories, and nostalgia are throughout this song. Andrew and co. give us a song that is pretty modern, but reminds us of the past.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/-3s4gmPs-Yk

Live at Ocean Institute in Dana Point, 2020: https://youtu.be/ZaNN6-Jlj-U?t=1188

Live at the Leon Loft, 2015: https://youtu.be/ite4V5J8V8I?t=535

Hidden Jams article: https://hiddenjams.com/2014/10/14/review-andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness/

Come on a journey to reflect on your past friendships, how they've impacted you, and the special place they hold in your heart. We'll discuss Andrew's lyrics and the music that makes this song so special to so many fans.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/5YX5mafWejI

Interview with Cryptic Rock: https://crypticrock.com/interview-andrew-mcmahon/

“Seven Wonders” by Fleetwood Mac: https://youtu.be/9b4F_ppjnKU

Instagram Live version: https://youtu.be/7C8kHwm8lJA

Live version: https://youtu.be/LIVqvQVYU74

Rocktail Hour (House in the Trees cocktail): https://youtu.be/_dQQob8KNj8

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

A first for the podcast - Chantel and I discuss a newer song by a DIFFERENT artist that Andrew featured on. Anticipated by Jukebox The Ghost and Andrew McMahon fans alike for years, these two artists share some qualities, and plenty of fans, in common. Find out what happens when these two powerhouse piano-rock artists come together on a track for the first time ever. Learn more about Jukebox the Ghost and check out Chantel's "JTG Starter Pack" tracklist below!

Music Video: https://youtu.be/DH00mnAiuMU

Brian Phillips at Born & Raised Entertainment: https://www.bornandraisedentertainment.com/clients/brian-phillips

Jukebox the Ghost tour tickets: https://www.jukeboxtheghost.com/#tour-page-section

Listen to “Fame-ish”, Jukebox the Ghost’s new podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7nkLXS4nCKvmbJVbBYRApP?si=5c7cdd414e314cb6

Jukebox the Ghost Starter Pack playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJngNtcfMNsKjccQQDPX_OYw-

Author Hazel Jacks joins the podcast for her second visit! She has just released a new book, "Return to Saltaire", the sequel to her romance novel released late last year. The song we chose to talk about today plays a role in her new book- it’s not only special to each of us, but also to the main characters in her story! Hear our thoughts on the song and learn about Hazel’s new novel that this song helped in part to inspire.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/HmVuY4ZsyZc

Hazel Jacks’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorhazeljacks/

Order “Return to Saltaire”: https://mybook.to/returntosaltaire

“Return to Saltaire” soundtrack: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5TFAYD1lFovwa87EaRDgTP?si=aad1704f1c7c4c36

Fan-made Music Video: https://youtu.be/jppF7zt4sak

Full band live in Philadelphia, 2012: https://youtu.be/18x5hqaNzWc

Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/7C8kHwm8lJA?t=654

Nylon.com Article 2020: https://www-nylon-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.nylon.com/nylon-nights/andrew-mcmahon-15-years-of-everything-in-transit-drive-in-concert/amp?usqp=mq331AQFKAGwASA%3D&fbclid=IwAR0nadX4b1anWhSf1A8B15rkzhyDtrS9uMI3-pOt1HM6GN-pZ0fI4obJTuM&_js_v=0.1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nylon.com%2Fnylon-nights%2Fandrew-mcmahon-15-years-of-everything-in-transit-drive-in-concert

Photographer Bailey returns for another end of the album Jack’s Mannequin track that resonates with her. We talk about the origin of the song and a potential legacy it could have had, how we relate deeply to this song, Andrew’s most fitting album closers, and more!

“Casting Lines” short film: https://youtu.be/WaxXjP_Tlc8?si=0vN8WnLhzWazPvTK

Bailey's photography website: https://www.baileyelizabethphoto.com/

Bailey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baileyelizabethphoto

Track-by-Track commentary: https://youtu.be/EEIphLK-kxw?si=oE-8kJ7bw8thbeP0

Live at the DJF 11/11/11 show: https://youtu.be/wi77XqOzJbk?si=IEFieG6Crbwas7eS

Instagram live, 2020: https://youtu.be/qi7cZcc4XSg?si=g2nxy0-wzJW7GPrz&t=1840

Album Review from American Songwriter: https://web.archive.org/web/20181014204259/http://americansongwriter.com/2011/10/jack%e2%80%99s-mannequin-people-and-things/

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

How about an Andrew McMahon song that you don't hear about too often? Overlooked, underrated, one of his first turns as a serious songwriter, in my opinion. Something can be said here that can not be said about most Andrew-penned songs. We'll dig into North album as a whole as well.

Listen here: https://youtu.be/XkoTlXzSYZY

Billboard 200, Fall 2003: https://www.billboard.com/charts/billboard-200/2003-11-08

Songmeanings.com: https://songmeanings.com/songs/view/3530822107858489435/

Acoustic cover by LittleStar SoundProject: https://youtu.be/rL2fi2wmNBo

How To Play on Piano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cXYYBHoxZU

We're celebrating our 50th song episode!!!  We welcome Lisa of Chalk Hearts and Diane of Team October, who fundraise for the Dear Jack Foundation, to join the song discussion. They also share their knowledge and passion about the annual DJF cause. Help fund life lists and programs for young adult cancer survivors by donating using the fundraising links below before 11/11!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/2It-Hpt4HQs

Diane’s fundraising (Team October): https://give.dearjackfoundation.org/team/444381

Lisa’s fundraising team(Chalk Hearts): https://give.dearjackfoundation.org/team/442187

Live, 2009: https://youtu.be/FzQfUx189t4

Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/ZAbGMYRNunA?t=2721

Three Pianos tour, 2021: https://youtu.be/6ty143r9RUw

This time, we go DEEP with Andrew McMahon while he tells us all about his brand new song Lying On The Hood Of Your Car and the upcoming new album!

Find out what inspired the song, get some insight into his writing and recording process, and what we can expect from Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness in 2023! What a way to kick off the new year! As a longtime fan, this was a dream come true!

Official Song Audio: https://youtu.be/WiVVaoVYw9Q

Live in Salem, 2022: https://youtu.be/NtXiqd0uyeY

Tour Dates/Tickets: https://andrewmcmahon.com/pages/tour

Our guest Lindsay offered challenge this week to talk about an Andrew song that we are not very familiar with. Hear about what makes this song special to her and find out if she was able to create a new fan of the song!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/-RJyuGptZGk

Instagram Live, May 2020: https://youtu.be/qi7cZcc4XSg?t=2587

Bella returns to the show for her 3rd visit to discuss another Something Corporate track, our 4th in the Fall series. We discuss how this song hit us when we first heard it and why it still lives on today among the fans as such an important track. Learn also about the only time we know of that this song has been played in front of a live audience!

Original Recording (from Galaxy Sessions): https://youtu.be/arCJB--LTkg?si=EDBIcFS2JtZJe9a2

Re-recording (on Played in Space): https://youtu.be/3Py0lZOq9Oo?si=LDtCqa-usfnDBw-y

Live at Blayne’s 21st birthday: https://youtu.be/TMwjr4Svpl8?si=ER8C1JahsekjgfX2

April 2020 livestream: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY?si=_v0m-W_Qsfo7FswX

Other songs referenced in this episode:

https://youtu.be/d8LSBdUKo0c?si=W5gD7AiqeRKArIbd

https://youtu.be/oSa1VtZhx2g?si=pXRkfMUHY0sLQIui

https://youtu.be/FC3y9llDXuM?si=gMKPRtl2HnxACpQf

Learn about another songwriter who collaborated with Andrew many times in a band they formed while they were in high school. Though Josh Partington wrote this Something Corporate song, Andrew made a significant contribution through his piano and vocals. Is this a Christmas song, or an emo song that takes place around Christmas time?

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/iCMThLrbXy4

Interview with Josh Partington: https://www.theaquarian.com/2010/04/27/interview-something-corporate-the-second-time-around/

Live version in NYC from Aug 13 2010: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87YjfZs8kkQ

Live version in LA from Aug 28 2010: https://youtu.be/A41pPOuiMxw

Piano chords for the song: https://tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/something-corporate/forget-december-chords-1846411

Sam from The Pub Trivia Podcast hosts an all Andrew-themed trivia game for us to help raise money for The Dear Jack Foundation! Listen and play along as hardcore fans and Andrew McMahon experts Kyle, Lindsay, Andrew, Jenna, and Laura compete for prizes. Who will win the ultimate title of Most Knowledge Andrew McFan!

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

This song and this episode are about being grateful for all that we have. We will discuss the relatable lyrics and the feelings this song evokes. We will also touch on the Zombies on Broadway album as a whole and the headspace that Andrew was in during that time.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/gC2KLxvt9NY

Interview with Alt Press: https://www.altpress.com/features/andrew_mcmahon_balances_the_beauty_of_a_life_that_is_lived_both_well_and_h1/

Instagram Live, April 2020: https://youtu.be/EBejhRm7sDk

Live in NYC, 2017: https://youtu.be/K5veV8IuCnk

Though Andrew did not write this song, he contributed his vocal talents to both versions, and took it to a whole new level when he added that piano melody. We’ll talk about this and more as we dive into sort of a deep cut, but definitely a fan favorite song, written by Josh Partington.

Original Recording (from Galaxy Sessions): https://youtu.be/W0sUJvcgvCE

Full-band version (from Played in Space): https://youtu.be/6ge_GTrpPiw

Live at the Ventura: https://youtu.be/jURVhKPlVWE

Sancola Sound: https://www.sancolasound.com/about

Article about poetry book: http://www.mtv.com/news/1484622/something-corporate-nofx-and-others-taking-back-poetry/

Get excited with us as we speculate which songs will make the setlist at the summer pod shows! We're heading to Pontiac, MI for the only summer AMITW concerts, back-to-back. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 will be all about our experience there!

Music sometimes allows us to transport back to a time and place in our lives. Music really can be a time capsule and a time machine simultaneously. Come revisit this track from Andrew's first band and think about what this song means to you, because it likely means something different than what it means to me!

Shownotes:

Official Audio: https://youtu.be/wW1yAt4SlaM

Album review:  https://www.louisvillecardinal.com/2005/02/something-corporate-becomes-something-special-with-north/

Live at the Ventura: https://youtu.be/XxYlUYigN9s

Piano-only version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENnVT4H6OM8

Piano notes: https://www.amchords.com/keyboard/something-corporate/as-you-sleep

“9 Songs” article: https://allwomenstalk.com/9-something-corporate-songs-that-move-me/

Sgammato cover: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ewA3Md0JKI

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

Melissa joins the podcast to discuss a hit song from the Jack's era, which also doubles as a fan favorite! This anthem has been a staple among the fanbase for over a decade. We also talk about upcoming shows, her past concert history, and what this song means to her personally.

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/3UgGe50SbeI

Live on Hello Gone Days, 2022: https://youtu.be/8tl62hyQJr8

Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/ZAbGMYRNunA?t=1911

Altpress Article: https://www.altpress.com/theglasspassenger/

Buzznet, Acoustic, 2008: https://youtu.be/QmIhKF1BqCg

Acoustic (The Resolution EP): https://www.mp3va.com/jacks-mannequin-the-resolution-ep-r544369

Making of the music video: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcjdU3X7JtQ8CibVj2xzqn94hh4AbxRVe

Learn about the songwriting process of this song, the meaning behind it, and what it may have meant to Andrew at the time.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/YdT79V9pz2o

Live at the Ventura : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUzVlYySWxE

Live, 2014: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iD4C5admnJY

Instagram livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAbGMYRNunA

Glamour Magazine article: https://www.glamour.com/story/andrew-mcmahon-reveals-the-rea

National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/

Author Hazel Jacks joins the podcast again to talk about her latest book and one of the more recent favorite SoCo songs! Her brand new book, Surf Road, has a killer soundtrack that contains the song we’re talking about and more old-school emo favorites!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/pDiOHF0Q12A?si=W39NfsFg2_Nll4_P

Hazel Jacks’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorhazeljacks/

Order “Surf Road” on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4QSxTBO

“Surf Road” soundtrack: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7CagOggw7Lc5aqcZdS3ZPE

Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/H2L8EUg3gro?si=WZQqzlsEwODQgW5f&t=920

Yaara’s London video, 2015 (live piano-only): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RH6TYAJg2yc

Jack’s Mannequin, Dayton OH, 2011: https://youtu.be/PK8mMnsH7P4?si=CAFsRjUYFldLvXjq

SoCo live at HOB Las Vegas, 2023: https://youtu.be/67kmm3NT0Ec?si=1LjlONcLeaWBF8SQ

“10 Essential Andrew McMahon tracks” article: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/best-andrew-mcmahon-songs-marquee-tempe-may-2-9285540

Andrew talks about Watch The Sky, ET online interview: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg?t=333

We welcome a very special (to me) guest on the episode to talk about Christmas time and Andrew's Christmas song. Listen in for the festive discussion!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/5apsvlD12nw

Andrew’s Jack’s Mannequin blog post: https://jacksmannequin.blogs.com/jacksmannequin/2005/10/3_days_in_la.html

Piano-only live version of the song from Dec. 2019: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2b4JjUQttLE

Acoustic guitar cover by Lonely at the Top: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=819557158223477

We discuss Andrew's first single as a solo artist. We have a guest to help discuss the new sound Andrew was moving into, the difference in perspective between a long-time fan and a newer fan, and the live Andrew experience, including his recent Dear Jack Foundation concert.

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/wfm1Gvlz12U

Sister Golden Hair Surprise, B-side (America cover): https://youtu.be/bgv6VkI2mEU

Human to Human Instagram livestream, April 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6dcQN0J9RY

Piano-only version at Guitar Center, 2013: https://youtu.be/RV_VMeFQjF8

Sam joins the podcast for the first time to talk about one of the newest songs in the catalog! Our first international guest! She and I talk about the Tilt at the Wind No More album as a whole and our recent Andrew concert experiences. And of course, we talk about some incredible lyrics from this song.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/ooG_-0sgN2k

Sam’s blog: https://sammyseasons.wixsite.com/sammyseasons/post/thank-you-andrew

Sammy's video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ct2Axr_rCKO/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

American Songwriter article, 2023:  https://americansongwriter.com/review-andrew-mcmahon-sifts-through-his-past-in-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more/

Consequence of Sound article, 2023: https://consequence.net/2023/03/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more-track-by-track/4/

Andrew interview with Taylor Hanson: https://youtu.be/eD_58oY9iVM

Lindsay returns to the show to bring us another deep cut. But this time, I actually have my own history with this one! We talk math, science, philosophy and even some ways that Andrew has dropped clues to us over years just like Taylor Swift! But mostly, we talk about a great Jack’s Mannequin song!

“People, Running” short film: https://youtu.be/HX_i5rrzHyU

Track by Track: https://youtu.be/sRHkinMT6Lk

Jack's Mannequin performs "Watch The Sky", 2011: https://youtu.be/PK8mMnsH7P4

Sputnik.com Album Review: https://www.sputnikmusic.com/review/45911/Jacks-Mannequin-People-and-Things/

This episode focuses on a recent hit from Andrew’s latest project, but also digs a bit into his autobiography, “Three Pianos”, released last Fall. Featuring a returning guest who just finished the book, take a trip with us as we discuss an especially important “chapter” in Andrew’s life.

Lyric Video: https://youtu.be/0qKASreVxpc

Animated Video: https://youtu.be/N0Eujp2Af6Q

Instagram livestream, 2020: https://youtu.be/PxMDzG131GI?t=2002

Live at Bunbury Music Festival, 2018: https://youtu.be/y9LmmGAYwBI

Three Pianos tour: https://youtu.be/na-7r4wXbSE

Acoustic at Sirius XM: https://youtu.be/b_puG99e6Mg

Our new guest Aly and I read some past reviews of this song, talk about that piano melody, speculate about a past job Andrew may have had, compare live show experiences, and of course talk about a song from the early Wilderness era of Andrew McMahon's career.

This is the first episode where we won’t discuss any of Andrew McMahon’s songs! Instead, we found two of the biggest fans of a DIFFERENT artist who happens to be touring this summer with Andrew. Hear their perspective on this other artist’s history, music, and what’s in store for this tour.

Dashboard Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJnifPIBQfbBG89Rgv7D3Wq2K

“Here’s To Moving On” Music Video: https://youtu.be/cvXdAj2SOfo

Tickets for Hello Gone Days tour: https://store.dashboardconfessional.com/pages/tours

Diane Spry, a longtime Andrew fan, and also a lung cancer survivor and patient advocate, shares her story and discusses a Jack’s Mannequin song that shares her name. Diane discusses her own diagnosis and treatment and we discuss the song that Andrew wrote when he was first diagnosed. Diane wants to remove the stigma of lung cancer and raise awareness for its victims and survivors.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/3Il1HYB6_fU

More about Diane: www.dianespry.com

Lung Cancer support organizations:

www.lungevity.org

www.go2foundation.org

Live in February 2010: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjRYuELLWyk

Jenna joins the podcast to recap her experience at the WWWY sideshow in Las Vegas and the festival itself! Learn why this was a particularly special show for her and about her fandom in general.

HOB Sideshow setlist: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/something-corporate/2023/house-of-blues-las-vegas-nv-3ba0d8e4.html

Saturday SoCo WWWY fest setlist: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/something-corporate/2023/las-vegas-festival-grounds-las-vegas-nv-63a0ee4f.html

Wingman Steve and Chris-183 from the High School Never Ends podcast help break down one of Andrew's earliest and most well-known songs among long-time fans. Live music, the pop/punk scene, and the story behind the song are discussed.

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/GX0uEs3I6TA

High School Never Ends podcast: https://www.dragonwagonradio.com/hsne

Instagram livestream, April 2020: https://youtu.be/Ps5t4wv2kqA

AOL sessions, 2002: https://youtu.be/5ncYHb7sGqI

Live on tour: https://youtu.be/QBwBNdqyo-o

ET Online interview: https://www.etonline.com/andrew-mcmahon-on-his-next-chapter-music-and-family-exclusive-122225

“Heroine”: https://youtu.be/Cdp8ke5a9jM

Cover version by Derek Sanders: https://youtu.be/28592Obt7uo

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

We welcome musician, actor and comedian Mike Valdes to the show this week to help discuss one of the most well known songs in Andrew's catalog. **Bonus: There is a special treat for listeners in the middle of the episode.

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/oQOIJDE3RhA

More about Mike: www.iammikevaldes.com

JM blog post about Dark Blue: https://jacksmannequin.blogs.com/jacksmannequin/2005/05/the_plane_has_l.html

Instagram livestream, March 2020: https://youtu.be/ZAbGMYRNunA

One Tree Hill clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5kNiMQ0zs4

Longtime fan Noah joins the show to talk about Something Corporate’s final single. We break down the song, talk about some especially favorite lyrics (how do we choose?!), and speculate about the upcoming Vegas shows. Spin your brand new North vinyl and come along for a ride back to 2003.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/hjEap-ha8hY

MTV Article: https://www.mtv.com/news/1485841/something-corporate-take-to-the-road-with-ruthless-retribution-mantra/

Yamaha article: https://web.archive.org/web/20030406103258/http://www.yamaha.com/publications/allaccess/winter2003/12mcmahon.htm

Entertainment Tonight video interview: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg?t=57

Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/DNeodyrGEhc

97x Radio Acoustic, 2004: https://youtu.be/3aztMFmgKaM

Instagram Live, April 2020: https://youtu.be/AestxMoERM4?t=1199

Enjoy this episode about post-teen angst and rebelliousness, with a dose of respecting your mom's opinion, even when you don't always follow her advice. For a song about such a specific time in Andrew's life, it still feels pretty timeless.

Official Audio: https://youtu.be/P1DqKPDMHyU

Live and Acoustic, 2003: https://vimeo.com/158911

Live at the Ventura, 2003: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKXq3uuFyaA&t=269s

Live at Three Pianos tour, Fall 2021: https://youtu.be/J1qA6gBeUxU

Marci returns to the podcast to review a very special late show we saw in Indy last month! The setlist and the show were very similar to the London livestream! You decide: Did we watch an Andrew McMahon show or an Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness solo show? Call it what you want, but it was fantastic!

https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/andrew-mcmahon/2023/hi-fi-annex-indianapolis-in-3ba67490.html

Buy London livestream on veeps.com (until July 11): https://veeps.com/andrewmcmahoninthewilderness/3859f166-6949-4c05-a549-20f435c32b31

Learn about the songwriting and the chapter in Andrew's life that inspired this song. We welcome Jarred from the Monsters and Multiclass podcast as he contributes this thoughts on what makes this song memorable.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/7JKjD_cHp88

Jarred’s Podcast: https://monstersandmulticlass.com/

Dear Jack Foundation: www.dearjackfoundation.org

Acoustic version on youtube: https://youtu.be/C5-m3JTz7tU

Font: https://fonts.google.com/specimen/Annie+Use+Your+Telescope?preview.text=Annie%20Use%20Your%20Telescope&preview.text_type=custom#standard-styles

Let’s talk about a single from a few years back that hasn’t been mentioned much since. Inspired by clubs and dance festivals, this song was a deviation from what we’d come to expect from Andrew McMahon up until that point. Hey, not every song can be one of the best! How do you feel about this unique song in the catalog? 

Lyric Video: https://youtu.be/mD_RkL8VkuM

Live in Spring 2017: https://youtu.be/Dc80J439Lrk

The Observer article, 2017: https://observer.com/2017/04/andrew-mcmahon-zombies-on-broadway-new-york-show-review-interview/

Spoken word version, live in Brooklyn, 2018: https://youtu.be/2UmohGdcL0U

Description: An often overlooked and pretty unique Jack·s track; was this one originally meant to be a single? Is it a rock song or a pop song? How about that horn section?

Listen here: https://youtu.be/1KtRIzmLWlA

Live at 2008 Warped: https://youtu.be/699vn5SIJkU

Acoustic Live at 2008 Warped: https://youtu.be/ZtxYg4FsYvg

Absolute Punk segment: https://youtu.be/TftVE2UgrQk

Kristin joins the podcast to talk about one of her favorite songs by Andrew McMahon. We talk about recent live shows, a special video project she put together for the entire fanbase, and more!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/ZPU8vsl6gyc?si=7G9Sh8XE3hKzGI9I

“Snakes on a Plane” Remix version: https://youtu.be/n_MkWIec9DI?si=TikLJuD9TC8JpNh9

Punk Goes Acoustic Version: https://youtu.be/7oHZ2becOqE?si=bK6d2PeFWkFt_62k

Kristin’s New Friends tour guest singer recap video: https://youtu.be/mjORoLK24LQ?si=hdQcR27-X4zQMsED

Bruised, Hello Gone Days Tour, Live 2022: https://youtu.be/_14pqOmC-J0?si=BlAMvEfI5udBlXli

Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/H2L8EUg3gro?si=z3sv6qYygtf1At7B&t=1138

Bruised, instrumental version: https://youtu.be/aoDYXBBmxAY?si=nkCyfvqzGmpxlfSC

Marissa joins for her second visit to the podcast to provide insight into a Jack's favorite! Last time we heard from Marissa, she taught us about a rare song from the catalog and this time, we're doing the opposite and talking about a well-known fan favorite from the same era!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/q1_WMPFaq-4

Live with full band in 2011: https://youtu.be/kVBoY2a-SRM

Instagram Live, April 2020: https://youtu.be/nn8869sxOps?t=261

Live piano-only, 2021: https://youtu.be/-y10wPBYelo

Glamour Article: https://www.glamour.com/story/andrew-mcmahon-looks-back-at-j

For a song Andrew wrote during high school or shortly after, we have some pretty deep lyrics contained within a powerful example of a great rock song of the era. How do you interpret these lyrics? Is this one a fan favorite?

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/xg2-CQo2-uo

Punknews.org interview with Josh, 2003: https://www.punknews.org/article/8861/interviews-something-corporate

Live in London, 2003: https://youtu.be/7dbHiOHy3v8

Instagram live, April 2020: https://youtu.be/nn8869sxOps?t=694

Live at HOB Anaheim, Sept 2022: https://youtu.be/cNvVowCxE6k?t=4361

A former guest returns to the show to talk about a unique Jack’s Mannequin song that strikes a chord for us both. Tune in as we discuss what this song means to us, what it may have meant to Andrew McMahon at this point in his life, and why we identify with the overall theme. Our guest also brings something very personal to the podcast.

“Television” short film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-OVbA4YrWM

Live, 2012: https://youtu.be/8x_ulSRnTdw?si=osjBjwwefugp_J8S

Live with full band, 2023: https://youtu.be/Bi0xkttoyqk?si=VR3pWMu3gzJWTpmW

Live and Acoustic, 2023: https://youtu.be/p_Qrpz9UWMI?si=4Omfy5xp-RFD57Nk

Tim Pierce discography: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Pierce_discography

Track by Track: https://youtu.be/2aHS_mWo_Wk?si=W-5ZvdUS4Od9t5NO

Sputnik.com Album Review: https://www.sputnikmusic.com/review/45911/Jacks-Mannequin-People-and-Things

Fuse interview, 2012: https://youtu.be/vUu5yteMBHw?si=pFrN3tsbgT9exya7

Trailer for People and Things album: https://youtu.be/l0Hl3TXuVlI?si=DZXzm0wQd6aBXce7

Simlish version of Television: https://youtu.be/uLotz53w4hE?si=_Usl9rYiqmveE76m

This one's for the OG and the old-school Something Corporate fans! Morgan and I discuss the musings and vibe of a teenage Andrew and join the ride back to our own teenage years to imagine his mindset for this one.

Song: https://youtu.be/nZF-hEaP87U

Performed at Blayne’s 21s bday party, 2001: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75KvjiqR3W4&t=344s

The Galaxy Sessions track list: https://www.last.fm/music/Something+Corporate/Galaxy+Sessions

The final single released before the end of an era, this song was a final sendoff in one way, but opened the door to new beginnings in another. The music industry can chew up artists and spit them out, but Andrew has managed to take the bad with the good and keep evolving as an artist.

Noah returns to the podcast after 2 years to bring us another Andrew song from the modern era that speaks to him. We share our thoughts on this rarity and may give you a whole new appreciation for it too! Also, find out what happened to Noah at his very first Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness show last Fall!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/rd82X18M1Is

Instagram Live, May 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi7cZcc4XSg&t=1236s

Part 1 of a 2-part episode: My daughters join me to tell me their perspective on the latest Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness tour. Then I bring Andrew Ware back so we can compare our own respective experiences on the New Friends tour in Fall 2023! *Warnin

Photographer Bailey Elizabeth Rogers joins the podcast to discuss a song that has had significant meaning in her life for many years, and how the music may have helped save her career and her life.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/EBeem8q9TD0

Bailey Elizabeth’s website: https://www.baileyelizabethphoto.com/

Piano-only version, 2008 (shortened version): https://youtu.be/j_WaGh0NqcU

Piano-only version, Dear Jack VIP Night 2019: https://youtu.be/aOEYMqx3Bm4

Article: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/best-andrew-mcmahon-songs-marquee-tempe-may-2-9285540

Andrew Ware joins the show to discuss a fan favorite and probably one of THE most popular songs in the Wilderness era. We also talk about how Andrew and I met through a mutual love for this music and he gives his personal take on what makes McMahon’s music so special to him.

Music Video: https://youtu.be/KfU-S6ovooQ\

Spotify Acoustic version: https://open.spotify.com/track/1k2XzKObDo17FgS3ovj3se?si=f1bf1b741bf14305

Andrew's podcast "Packers Fans Only!": https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/packers-fans-only/id1586388758 or https://open.spotify.com/show/0mpl6C1aGfp8ByBIYu0IQq

ET online interview: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg

Instagram livestream, 2020: https://youtu.be/nn8869sxOps?t=2799

Lollapalooza, 2017: https://youtu.be/CwzsPw-O7t8

91x Studio recording, 2017: https://youtu.be/38m_V04fqnw

Youtube Paste Studios version, 2017: https://youtu.be/1qg4HozXhqQ

Billboard Interview: https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/7518981/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-fire-escape-video-interview-new-album-premiere#:~:text=Below%2C%20McMahon%20previews%20the%20upcoming,a%20myriad%20of%20new%20sounds

Phoenix Times album review: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/best-andrew-mcmahon-songs-marquee-tempe-may-2-9285540

Album Review, The Hoya: https://thehoya.com/album-review-zombies-on-broadway/

Tanner joins the podcast to share his Andrew McMahon fan origin story, talk about how the music keeps him connected to friends to this day, and discuss a song that we realize more fans should give another listen. We also learn the legend of the Lost Journal and wonder whether this song is a sequel to one or more older Andrew songs!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/A99Qalfvkuc?si=-dEAGoWTcohVKlfL

Live in Cincinnati, 2009: https://youtu.be/virBmd5zcks?si=8JEcZQHF1mDhqROe

AP Podcast Interview (The Lost Journal at 20:30 mark): https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fOJrDUsJ6MfXVcKu8Wb5z?si=eunsiGHmSlCbNeaFnhR2DA

Buzznet (Live and Acoustic), 2008: https://youtu.be/A99Qalfvkuc?si=-dEAGoWTcohVKlfL

Chorus FM interview: https://chorus.fm/features/interviews/andrew-mcmahon-of-jacks-mannequin-4/

This was the first song that Andrew co-wrote with a good friend of his. We'll touch on the People & Things album as a whole and how and what makes it different from other Jack's Mannequin music. By the way, who is Amy?

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/xfhaPAGvU8I

Interview with Alt Press, 2011: https://www.altpress.com/features/andrew_mcmahon_interview_jacks_mannequin/

Interview with Hollywood Reporter, 2011: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/how-warner-bros-records-chairman-229514

Playing the Anvil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpQ5mBabLtU

My playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Q5XDIcD7OOF7tTxsQHls7?si=RSS5fIJKToS7sIEQpFWzZg

Instagram Live on April 1, 2020: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY

Lightning 100 Nashville in-studio performance: https://youtu.be/R-6U9AFOimM

We have a new guest joining the show to talk about a more modern song that has had a lot of time in setlists on previous tours, but we don’t hear talked about too much among the fanbase lately. We talk about what makes this one unique among the discography, draw some comparisons to the latest album, and share our opinions about the songwriting, production, lyrics, and more! Is this one of your favorites? There’s also a special treat at the beginning from my daughters and I.

Lyric Video: https://youtu.be/a1ZZzu__jw0

Chorus.fm interview: https://chorus.fm/features/interviews/andrew-mcmahon/

Melodic.net interview: https://web.archive.org/web/20170217061803/http://www.melodic.net/?page=news&id=27932

Live at Austin City Limits, 2017: https://youtu.be/30dVYWTYzBk

Youtube Paste Studios version, 2017: https://youtu.be/9w76i5aICVM

Simlish version: https://youtu.be/yLNwnyI2xog

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

We had a very memorable experience at the concert. Hear all about it here! How many of our ·wish list· songs did they play? We met some fellow fans, sweated, danced, enjoyed the performance AND the pod situation, and met someone pretty special! This is Part 2 of a two-part episode.

Setlists at www.setlist.fm

Friday: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness/2021/crofoot-festival-grounds-pontiac-mi-338e5c81.html

Saturday: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness/2021/crofoot-festival-grounds-pontiac-mi-5b8e5fe0.html

"Something Wild" on Saturday night: https://youtu.be/R13WSERrWpY

Join us as we explore the dark story of a woman who drove out to the desert and where she ended, no one knew. Hypatekt, a musician and producer, who hosts the EDM Obscura podcast helps us dissect the music and lyrics.

Canyon Moon official video: https://youtu.be/PcsQC0aukIE

EDM Obscura podcast with Hypatekt - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1522290726

Acoustic live version on youtube - https://youtu.be/Ha1RnYuCRls

Live full band version on youtube - https://youtu.be/GSdH0XuQIsk

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’re doing something a little different for our 80th episode! Here’s a song that wasn’t written or co-written by Andrew, or even by Josh. But Something Corporate covered this song over 20 years ago and it must have been a significant song for the guys. We explore what makes it so special and learn a bit about the original artist. Are there any Bjork fans here?

Something Corporate’s cover version: https://youtu.be/6b6Uah-4mtQ?si=Gmrxh_DpIgt6A32O

Original version by Bjork: https://youtu.be/cteN9xDkP_w?si=Ghzv2694QN_HXLlm

Radiohead’s cover version: https://youtu.be/KVvO4mPoZiA?si=dNtwkP7JLa5GMpoR

Jason Mraz’s cover version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVfoxOBmF8s

Live performance by Bjork, 2002: https://youtu.be/6Ua4tkvkweA?si=doCWG52PW_psgLue

Kyle Simons writes and performs music as Patterns in Traffic and draws inspiration from the music of Andrew McMahon, as well as other artists we know and love. He joins the podcast to discuss a deeper cut that means a lot to him. He also brings with him a special treat for Andrew fans that you won’t want to miss!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/fek4IrTtMdQ

Patterns in Traffic website: https://patternsintraffic.com/

Patterns in Traffic on bandcamp: https://patternsintraffic.bandcamp.com/album/lights-reflections

River Front Times article: https://www.riverfronttimes.com/music/in-sickness-and-in-health-2454989

AbsolutePunk.net interview: https://youtu.be/unTr3D-pZYo

Kyle Simons of Patterns in Traffic and Harsh Lights returns to the podcast to celebrate the 1-year anniversary of Tilt at the Wind No More! Kyle picked a specific song from the album to focus on for this episode. He helps us break down the song and we discuss how this one represents the entire album well. Kyle provides a songwriter and musician’s perspective on this song and we also talk about his two music projects, Patterns in Traffic and Harsh Lights.

Song Visualizer: https://youtu.be/rEUZLkuAJs8?si=X472JMiJUYEZrFUn

Patterns in Traffic website: https://patternsintraffic.com/

Patterns in Traffic on bandcamp: https://patternsintraffic.bandcamp.com/album/lights-reflections

Review of Kyle and Eva’s Harsh Lights LP on Chorus.fm: https://chorus.fm/reviews/harsh-lights-watch-the-world-divide/

American Songwriter article, 2023: https://americansongwriter.com/review-andrew-mcmahon-sifts-through-his-past-in-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more/

Consequence of Sound article, 2023: https://consequence.net/2023/03/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more-track-by-track/4/

We tell you all about our experience at two of the Ohio dates on the Hello Gone Days tour in Summer 2022! *Warning* Setlist spoilers ahead.

Order your McMahon/Carrabba ‘22 shirt: https://www.instagram.com/_intheshadowofthemoon/

“Just Like Heaven” cover by Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness feat. Chris Carrabba: https://youtu.be/SvoOcLe8cWg

“Stars” Music Video: https://youtu.be/Brhoh8mMLcg

Livestream Hello Gone Days Aug 24 or Aug 29: https://boxoffice.mandolin.com/products/dashboard-confessional-andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-series-pass

Dear Jack Fundraising: https://give.dearjackfoundation.org/campaign/raise-your-voice-250k-challenge/c398380/search?type=team

Sam of the Pub Trivia Group podcast joins the show to help dive into the most well-known song of the Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness era. Join us as we discuss this song and how it has made its way to the mainstream and relating to Andrew's lyrics in this song as a parent.

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/G_zY_jSVXSU

Toy Version Video: https://youtu.be/cxKD2dQ-JPI

Music Video - “Pan” version: https://youtu.be/EasvZYDHQIE

Music Video - “Day in the Life” version: https://youtu.be/x5Pc1GqqPAE

Canyons EP version: https://youtu.be/EjP6smrMHyc

Korin Bukowski, The Voice (cover): https://youtu.be/-zwbHz662Hs

Gina Costanzo, The Voice (cover): https://youtu.be/zKFL_jZqQs8

Pop Song Professor article: https://www.popsongprofessor.com/blog/2015/10/15/what-do-the-cecilia-and-the-satellite-song-and-music-video-by-andrew-mcmahon-mean

Learn about the song that inspired the name of Andrew's Dear Jack Foundation. Listen as the foundation is discussed, as well as the origins of the song, and the story of the young man who inspired the lyrics.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/EK59BOxM72A

Get involved with the DJF: https://www.dearjackfoundation.org/250k-challenge/

Andrew’s story at the DJF: https://www.dearjackfoundation.org/andrew-mcmahon/

Dear Jack film description and reviews: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1517750/

Our guest Anne, one half of the Pittsburgh-based duo Anne Eliza helps me break down a seminal track in the catalog. Anne has performed several Andrew tracks as a musician/Andrew fan. We talk about her inspiration for songwriting, and her thoughts on one of the most well-known Jack’s tracks of all time. Check out the new Anne Eliza album releasing on Sept 9!

Official Audio: https://youtu.be/MhmIV9jlYyY

Anne Eliza website: https://www.anneelizamusic.com/

Anne Eliza Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anneelizamusic/

Anne Eliza Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnneElizaMusic

Acapella: https://youtu.be/fRWqhOndZDU

Live Acoustic: https://youtu.be/gUnK0tbEF_k

Instagram Live: https://youtu.be/EBejhRm7sDk?t=2564

Josh Partington, songwriter of some of our favorite SoCo tunes, joins the podcast! Learn all about a song that Josh chose- find out what inspired the writing (we go DEEP!), get some insight into the band’s recording process (some surprises here too!), and hear what he has to say about the upcoming Something Corporate reunion (such as which songs they WON’T be playing)! As a 20+ year fan of his band, I was honored to have Josh as a guest!

Official Song Audio: https://youtu.be/fUFstMgNFo8

Live at the 2022 SoCo reunion in Anaheim: https://youtu.be/cNvVowCxE6k?t=3372

Live at Bamboozle, 2010: https://youtu.be/DRnEyC6GekI

Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/c5lIhyRzvMM

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/

Andrew looks back at a moment in his past with a fresh set of eyes to show how the end of something can lead to new beginnings.

Listen here: https://youtu.be/pqhaWGm1j78

Rocktail Hour: https://youtu.be/Y0FXAMh5D0c

Live in Columbus, 2019: https://youtu.be/2j2oG6w-fus

Play it on Piano: https://chordify.net/chords/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-everything-must-go-andrew-mcmahon

Mcall.com interview: https://www.mcall.com/entertainment/lehigh-valley-music/mc-ent-andrew-mcmahon-qa-interview-sherman-theater-stroudsburg-20181025-story.html

Carolyn joins the podcast to talk about some special bonds she formed through Andrew·s music and we discuss a favorite track from the SoCo era. Lots of talk about live shows, the new Wilderness album, and of course, Carolyn·s favorite song!

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/Sscmn8Mj7uI

Live in Melbourne, 2011: https://youtu.be/PvVrZn4BBZA

Live at Andrew’s 40th B-day, Sept 2022: https://youtu.be/b6G7Fkv9aEc

Dr. McMahon, PhD in setlist creation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHn0YDw8QLg

Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/7C8kHwm8lJA?t=1258

Dr. Troy Campbell joins the podcast to discuss his fandom of Andrew’s music and how he incorporates lyrics into his college lessons and his own artwork. In this episode, we take an academic perspective on one of the oldest, but well-remembered songs from Andrew’s early years as a songwriter.

Ready…Break version: https://youtu.be/r9ZMz4gRPy0

LTTW version: https://youtu.be/IgNQxsqf0fM

Troy’s website: https://www.troy-campbell.com/

Live on the Rock Boat XXI, 2021: https://youtu.be/709LfwP2thM

Instagram Live, March 2020: https://youtu.be/ZAbGMYRNunA?t=1642

Acoustic, 2003: https://youtu.be/P8MDoyIajRo

Making the Band, S1 finale: https://youtu.be/cl4G4cZxQCM?t=168

Entertainment Weekly interview, 2017: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg?t=462

Author Hazel Jacks releases her first novel this week, “Saltaire”. The love story told in her book is set to the music of bands such as Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin. The song we discuss in this episode is specifically referenced, so we had a good chat about the song and her book.

Order “Saltaire” by Hazel Jacks: https://mybook.to/saltaire

“Restless Dream” short film: https://youtu.be/vhtgLa3Ql4U

Live on The Rock Boat, 2021: https://youtu.be/k9vtj96nvCo

Entertainment Tonight Interview: https://youtu.be/WeQLeiWkdgg?t=86

“You Ain’t Goin Nowhere” by Oscar Isaac: https://youtu.be/X1twZ9TkVKw

Guitar Center piano-only version, 2013: https://youtu.be/AqF9N2_QujM

“Field Recording - Ventura”, 2011: https://youtu.be/1s0togXCSpU

Live at the El Rey, 2012: https://youtu.be/YGYGP_7p_aQ

This is our first song discussed from Andrew's newest musical venture. Learn the story behind the song and some behind-the-scenes information about the making of this song.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/xgip3jU49qU

Canyons version: https://youtu.be/d3MzD7-TFOk

Mike Viola's resume: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Viola

Hidden Jams article: https://hiddenjams.com/2014/10/14/review-andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness/

Wiux article: https://wiux.org/read/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness/

Amy joins to discuss a Jack’s deep cut. We talk about her experiences as a fan, the lyrics of the song, and what it’s like to share a name with one of our favorite Jack’s tracks.

Shownotes:

P&T Short Film Music Video: https://youtu.be/xT_PCD-jTGY

Track-by-track: https://youtu.be/voAUNE8jock

Hollywood Reporter article: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/jacks-mannequin-album-people-things-243236/

Acoustic Live: https://youtu.be/5Emc9_-0DHs

Live, with a story: https://youtu.be/quv_jhaoA9

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

Hear about my experience at the midwest Out of Office Something Corporate shows! *Warning* Setlist spoilers ahead! Relive the most memorable moments with us and other memories made along the way.

“Wait” acoustic in Detroit: https://youtu.be/CWA12UaP_bA?si=u7qAGPuNcd5FIQNf

Order the upcoming SoCo livestream livestream on veeps: https://veeps.com/somethingcorporate

Donate to the Dear Jack Foundation: https://give.dearjackfoundation.org/fundraiser/5672150

Andrew Ware returns to the show for Part 2 of a 2-part recap of our experiences at the New Friends tour. We talk through the setlists, tell our favorite moments, and much more!

Kill The Messenger, live in Columbus, 2023: https://youtu.be/icJ6-xzA4LU?si=zV24HmjM2Lh04M5l

Dark Blue w/ karaoke singer Raihanna Estrada, live in Nashville, 2023: https://youtu.be/mDK90kvE0EM?si=EeOG_yn7swE0cffl

Birthday Song w/ karaoke singer Zak, live in Columbus, 2023: https://youtu.be/oZggPLph2Vg?si=nKOfeK7RcP4tbVYK

Straw Dog w/ karaoke singer Ace, live in St. Louis, 2023: https://youtu.be/lKk8ZbE5hiU?si=29Ih9pYFEZ7YdA1e

New Friends, live in Columbus, 2023: https://youtu.be/r6o3V-kRtkU?si=gY5Fovdo8VvOGgAp or https://youtu.be/kqzVxCA--wc?si=qPqnuFqNEout-X93

Steve Jones from the Concert Pipeline Podcast reports back from the recent SoCo Anaheim show and we dig into one of the band·s biggest hits on record, penned by Josh Partington.

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/Wo_SSAu0H60?si=cxoAHtYiFUzb3JTy

Concert Pipeline links: https://www.instagram.com/concertpipeline/?hl=en (links in bio)

Louisville Cardinal article, 2003: https://www.louisvillecardinal.com/2005/02/something-corporate-becomes-something-special-with-north/

Live on Jimmy Kimmel, 2003: https://youtu.be/AxFMtO8ojKc?si=Go-6txFrM4p879m0

Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/1zCdperbqgg?si=FJd1Pf4iNXEIFpXi

Live and Acoustic on IMX TV, 2003: https://youtu.be/lQMB505sSKo

Down The Alley EP version: https://youtu.be/jUYWsPFqtew

Live at the HOB Las Vegas, 2023: https://youtu.be/Bs52PJqX5O0?si=vrUZpkb9270dHq36

A newer fan Noah helps discuss a more modern fan-favorite. Noah only discovered Andrew's music more recently, so he brings a different perspective in looking at the entire catalog.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/fBlzJJdd8Rw

Chorus.fm interview: https://chorus.fm/features/interviews/andrew-mcmahon/

Detroit News interview: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/music/2017/03/24/andrew-mcmahon-shares-love-ohio-detroit/99606454/

Instagram Live on 3/19/2020: https://youtu.be/U_BaBgj-FUc?t=492

Bedstock live version: https://youtu.be/5x-eI1lD3H4

Noah Estes on Twitter: https://twitter.com/noahestes_

Revisit a tumultuous time in the relationship of Andrew and Kelly and also in the time of his band. A ballad that ends one chapter, while simultaneously leaving the story wide open for a whole new beginning.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/WuJTsp4GaRk

*Piano-only live version available only on Camp Wilderness*

Steve Jones from the Concert Pipeline podcast recently flew out to Seattle for the SoCo show and had a chance to sit down with Andrew and Josh for an interview. We talk about his experience, we discuss one of Andrew’s first ever recorded songs, and we touch on a lot of pop culture references on this one. Steve even asked Andrew to tell us a bit about this song, so we have some audio from the interview to hear from the songwriter himself! Let’s take a trip back to the 1980s! Who knew this would be something after all?

Concert Pipelind podcast: https://linktr.ee/concertpipeline

Original song recording on Andrew’s solo EP, 1999: https://youtu.be/MYN7xx93aCg?si=o6nbbYAg9rXyjw3u

SoCo Ready…Break song version: https://youtu.be/0aLF9vNdWxo?si=_udC8HgeOVKsaD2K

Homemade Music Video: https://youtu.be/cQg_Rhscc_A?si=kCKPPnQlzchX3SzX

Live in Anaheim, December, 2023: https://youtu.be/jdhyRu3yeFU?si=otnQoWDmN75vLRj4

“Unbelievable” by Owl City and Hanson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTWaiwb5QnE

Our guest Nancy.Art.Music was a casual Jack's fan in the past, but admittedly has not kept up with his work in many years. We introduce her to a more modern Andrew song in hopes of bringing her back into the fold! Check out Nancy's art and her podcast in the links below.

Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/C6MtBDWR8jk

Nancy on Instagram: www.instagram.com/nancy.art.music/

Nancy’s Podcast: https://anchor.fm/theflawedworkshop

Buzzfeed article: https://www.buzzfeed.com/ericafutterman/andrew-mcmahon-high-dive

Tour Edition Video: https://youtu.be/HSE7t4v9zzs

"Canyons" version: https://youtu.be/icQkgXt4t8Q

Grey Goon Remix: https://youtu.be/_vrgefaE3M8

Instagram Live on 4/11/20: https://youtu.be/M6dcQN0J9RY

Shabby Road Sessions: https://youtu.be/CqtNyiMO8cc

With Zac on accordion: https://youtu.be/qo1IGZur1YU

At midnight on New Year's leading into 2021, Andrew surprised his fans with a reflective piece on one of the most notoriously difficult years in recent history. This stand-alone single was a reminder that although times get tough, we can all work to lift each other up.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/p-vZVnm0mAc

Rock Boat 2021 Recap video: https://vimeo.com/669935757

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

Jamie helps break down one of SoCo's most notorious songs among the fanbase. Written by Josh Partington, this song is a rare exception in the Andrew McMahon catalog in that he did not write it, but the majority of his fanbase still clamor for it.

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

Jamie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieisfancyaf/

Live, 2002: https://youtu.be/t5vR9To4j0g

Live at 97x Tampa Music Festival, 2002: https://youtu.be/HGJx5D5a7zo

Acoustic, 2003: https://youtu.be/jFZy0ZfZNWc

Live at the Ventura, 2004: https://youtu.be/DE0jf_URF6Q

Live at Dear Jack Annual Benefit, 2016: https://youtu.be/98WN3wvbPKM

Play it on piano: https://youtu.be/w_gQrF5CJhI

Take a trip across America with Andrew as we delve into a B-side that you may or may not have heard before, but definitely should. This song represents a very memorable time in his life when he needed to take a step back and remind himself what was important.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/1sRgfsRLIm4

Instagram livestream, April 2020: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY?t=1083

Let’s recap our experience on Day 2 of the Four Chord Music Festival 10 to see Something Corporate! Hanging with friends (and making new ones!), being part of this great live music community, and surviving the weather are all themes of this episode! We were so excited to talk about all the bands leading up to SoCo and their set in particular, that I realized we FORGOT to talk about the All-American Rejects set, which I DID enjoy! As long as you’re not coming to listen for the AAR set recap, then I think you’ll enjoy hearing about the rest of our exciting experience at the festival!

Setlist: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/something-corporate/2024/carrie-furnace-pittsburgh-pa-2bab80de.html

Only Ashes, live at Four Chord, 2024: https://youtu.be/EhVzEV4Jzco

Sign up for Letters With Love zooms: https://www.dearjackfoundation.org/get-involved/

Biggie’s Bullies, Bulldog Rescue: https://biggiesbullies.org/

Hear a fresh perspective from the next generation of Andrew McMahon fans! Our guest and I recap our experience at the 2022 Dear Jack Foundation Benefit show in November at the House of Blues in Chicago!

Learn about the inspiration for the song Miss Delaney. Explore the lyrics, the sound, and the memories that come along with the song. And what the heck is a theremin?

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/RGK9W6SZsmE

EW article: https://ew.com/article/2005/08/26/something-corporates-andrew-mcmahon-fights-cancer/

B-side Bonanza: https://youtu.be/jEzohCI4M6g

Arin's company: https://fonzie.la/

Detroit show, March 2019: https://youtu.be/qt5HUfUdu8k

Festival performance: https://youtu.be/ZaAKTNyfzQo

Sam from the Pub Trivia Podcast returns to the podcast to discuss the lead-off track from a revered Jack’s Mannequin album! We talk about where this song found him in his life at the time, why it’s special to him, and why I get this one confused with another Jack’s song.

Song Audio: https://youtu.be/FtfzDKqQ8Bs?si=ptx1f55OPhfCj0lA

Live (for the first time) in St. Louis, 2008: https://youtu.be/oguxI_xJygI

Instagram Live, May 2020: https://youtu.be/bJGkWPxkkU0?t=308

Altpress Article: https://www.altpress.com/theglasspassenger/

Acoustic in Philly, 2019: https://youtu.be/979mtPVq_X0

Swim (live for the first time), 2008: https://youtu.be/KVRSMQWxTBs?si=jCj8zMC8voxXSnUY

We're doing something a little different for our 25th episode! Though Andrew has performed the song we are discussing today, it was originally someone else's song. Andrew admires this song and this artist enough to record a cover version, so we felt it was time to talk about music that he enjoys that’s not his own.

AMITW cover version: https://youtu.be/zjBSrf0jZRA

Kacey’s music video: https://youtu.be/04F8Vv2JrAM

Kacey on SNL: https://youtu.be/IS6fWkZkrFc

The Boot article: https://theboot.com/kacey-musgraves-slow-burn-lyrics-information/

New York Times article: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/24/arts/music/kacey-musgraves-slow-burn.html

Aly & AJ’s cover version: https://youtu.be/VhIDprb0KAU