Marooned Tunes

Is Michael Franti the natural, inevitable joining or merging of Marvin Gaye and Gil Scott-Heron? The gang discusses this modern-day musical troubadour as he mines social justice causes for our listening pleasure. The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2024 6630 Productions

4/1/24 • 50:04

Zen Arcade is the second studio album by American punk rock band Hüsker Dü, released in July 1984 on SST Records. The gang discusses how Hüsker Dü gained notice in the American music scene of the early 1980s as a fast, aggressive, hardcore punk band. And remember, there is no Husker Try. The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2024 6630 Productions

3/18/24 • 58:06

The English post-punk band re-imagined (not copied or covered) a slew of Hank Williams songs with their own modus operandi.   The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2024 6630 Productions

3/4/24 • 35:49

The gang scrutinizes the 90s and whether or not NIN is a parody band (spoiler alert: they’re not). The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2024 6630 Productions

2/5/24 • 54:49

“Symone The Wonder Pup starts to assert herself more as the gang talks about the deconstruction of a couple’s relationship while the unhappy duo are going through a messy relationship and their inevitable demise.” The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2024 6630 Productions

1/22/24 • 59:23

“The gang returns to the island after a break to discuss the banality of man, as long as it’s a reasonable commute from a major city, and if Thomas Wolfe is a pretentious wanker or not.” The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. The concept was created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Remember to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D for up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think and others will. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2024 6630 Productions

1/8/24 • 78:04

Have you ever wondered about the magic behind Tom Waits' 1975 album Night Hawks at the Diner and the unique culture of late-night diners? Settle in with a cup of coffee as we take you on a captivating journey through Waits' iconic album, inspired by Edward Hopper's painting, and the fascinating world of those who inhabit diners after dark. We'll dive into the album's artwork and the persona Waits creates for his audience, all while analyzing his lyricism and vivid imagery. You'll also get a taste of the energy and spontaneity that Waits brings to the stage, the influences behind his sound, and the humor of his shtick. Plus, we'll venture into the thrilling nightlife of Philadelphia, where diners used to be a common sight and the unique camaraderie that forms among late-night patrons as they navigate the ambivalence of being awake. At the same time, the rest of the world sleeps. So, whether you're a die-hard Tom Waits fan or just curious about diner culture's mystique, this episode will satisfy your appetite. We'll leave no booth unturned as we explore the stories, themes, and influences that make Night Hawks at the Diner an unforgettable album and the late-night diner scene a genuinely unique experience.   The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2023 6630 Productions

7/16/23 • 54:00

Imagine combining a book and an album in the 1970s to create a multimedia experiment. How would it turn out? This week, we reunited the gang to discuss Michael Nesmith's ambitious project that aimed to do just that! As the father of MTV and former member of the Monkees, Nesmith's groundbreaking idea sought to merge reading with music listening, but did it work? Join us as we delve into the 1970s world of multimedia projects and explore Nesmith's work's artistic reach and limitations. We don't just stop at Nesmith's album; we also dive into the larger world of artistic reach in music. We analyze the impact of record executives, the concept of "peer review processes," and how these factors shaped the artistic path of Nesmith and his contemporaries. We also bring in the famous Frank Zappa quote to examine its relevance to the music industry and question whether albums from the 1960s could survive in today's market. The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2023 6630 Productions

6/18/23 • 44:54

It’s the 2000’s, and Brian Wilson is having a bit of a renaissance. With so much attention to Pet Sounds and the lives shows surrounding them, he decided to revisit the nadir of his career.  In 1966 “Smile” was to be to The Beach Boys what “Sgt. Pepper “was to the Beatles, an artistic statement and triumph, but it never happened. Due to drug use, mental collapse, and pushback from the record company and certain band members, Brian went into a tailspin that he could never pull out of.  In 2004 Brian Wilson, with the help of Van Dyke Parks and members of The Wondermints Wilson returned to Smile and completed it. Was it worth the wait? Listen and hear what we think.   The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth.https://libsyn.com/   If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes. Copyright 2021-2022 6630 Productions https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED

11/27/22 • 61:42

We return to the late 60s to check out the bubblegum scene and those who participated and those who spoofed it. For a very special daylight savings time episode, we look at 2 albums. The first is the Kasenetz-Katz Singing Orchestral Circus and its parody The Turtles Present The Battle of The Bands. Both are from 1968. The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth.https://libsyn.com/   If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes Copyright 2021-2022 6630 Productions   https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED

11/7/22 • 42:02

We take another trip into the 1980s and discuss Donald Fagen's first solo album, "The Nightfly." We discuss this ode to the post-war baby boomer dream and the influences that inspired the music. You could always read Fagen's book "Eminent Hipsters." published by Viking Press, for more, and it is available at all your favorite booksellers.  The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes Don't forget to use our Libsyn code M-A-R-O-O-N-E-D to get up to two months of free podcasting services, excellent audio, and unlimited bandwidth. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MAROONED If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser  Copyright 2021-2022 6630 Productions

10/31/22 • 63:45

We go back to 1986 to look at this classic (and possibly best) album by XTC. Recording under duress with Todd Rundgren producing, the band records an album full of clever pop hooks, string and horn arrangements, and great lyrics. The group discussed and realized that the '80s weren't all Madonna and a Flock of Seagulls. The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup. Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music, and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will too. Review us on Podchaser Copyright 2021-2022 6630 Productions  

10/17/22 • 67:00

In this episode, we look at this artifact from late 50’s England. Producer Joe Meek creates his own world on the moon and possibly started the ambient music genre decades before anyone else. For further reading check out the book."Joe Meek's Bold Techniques" by Barry Cleveland from Eleven Eleven Publishing    The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest star Symone the Wonderpup Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes Copyright 2021-2022 6630 Productions

9/22/22 • 51:07

There has been some changes since you were gone. One person vanishes and another appears. Of course that doesn't change anything, so its back to listening and discussing more albums. This one is a collaboration between Edgar (Frankenstein) Winter and L. Ron Hubbard. It was the 80’s and cheesy sci-fi requires cheesy music. The bad news, it does exist. The good news, its  mercifully short. Join us won’t you   The Writer: Lindsay Harris-Friel The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams And special guest Symone The Wonderpup Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes Copywright 2021-2022 6630 PRODUCTIONS

9/4/22 • 55:13

Our fearless trio (Ian is still unwell) tackle an album that was basically a divorce settlement set to music. Marvin Gaye's "Here My Dear" . This is also the last episode for the season but we will be back.  

2/6/22 • 47:45

The Rascals are young no more and they want the world to know it. After the ambitious album “Once Upon A Dream” (soon to be a hit musical) the band releases the 2 lp set “Freedom Suite”. The gang (minus Ian again) brave both discs and come out the other side with more questions than answers.

1/30/22 • 37:22

The gang reviews an album that even the band in question rejects outright. Yes, an album that Carmine Appice has stated “Spinal Tap wouldn’t do”. The gang hears the evidence of when producers run rampant and live to tell the tale. All except Ian who was injured by listening to this album

1/26/22 • 45:05

The castaways take a look at Lou Reed’s concept album about a prostitution, drug addiction, depression and suicide. Basically your typical Lou Reed fare from the 70’s. But wait, there are strings and woodwinds, Jack Bruce, Stevie Windwood, Aynsley Dunbar, Tony Levin, and the Brecker Brothers. Hmmm. Who will walk away with a different attitude? Also Jenn is still in her hut convalescing or just sleeping. Four friends stranded on a deserted tropical island maintain their wits by examining little-known concept albums. Relax with influential music, or taking a deep dive into the ocean of studio production history.  The Journalist: Jennifer Carbin The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound engineering, title music and design by Vincent Friel. If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes/

12/26/21 • 54:48

Our heroes listen to an artifact from the 1960’s. The anti-war themed Balaklava, the second album from Pearls Before Swine. How will the four interpret the meaning and how long will it be before someone mentions Tom Rapp’s lisp? And will they learn to speak Eserpanto? And can they survive without Jenn? Four friends stranded on a deserted tropical island maintain their wits by examining little-known concept albums. Relax with influential music, or taking a deep dive into the ocean of studio production history. The Journalist: Jennifer Carbin The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound engineering, title music and design by Vincent Friel. If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes

12/19/21 • 42:28

The gang have a wonderful time discussing this character study of psychedelia’s happiest man on earth. Take a ride on the Windenburg, meet Baron Saturday, watch a balloon burn, and soak yourself in one man’s self-pity. They also talk about drummers who mime. Not miming playing the drums but drummers who actually perform mime which really sets Ian off.   Also, Ruth displays her talents as she vocally replicates instrumental passages from the album while Jen nods.  WARNING: EXPLICIT LANGUAGE The Journalist: Jennifer Carbin The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound engineering, title music and design by Vincent Friel. If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes

12/12/21 • 47:53

Our fearless foursome tackle another album from the swinging sixties. Today’s subject is The Everly Brothers last studio album for Warner Brothers. It’s a trip of the American musical landscape as well as a look at the life of the Everly Brothers. Will everyone be in agreement this time? Also, Ian confuses feet and inches and complains about lack of sunscreen. The Journalist: Jennifer Carbin The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound engineering, title music and design by Vincent Friel. You can visit our website at www.6630Productions.com/marooned-tunes If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes

12/5/21 • 53:17

Jan has been in a coma and Dean needs some work, and he’s excited about this new song about a yellow balloon. The castaways are very split on this album, so come out of the rain and join us, won't you?  The Journalist: Jennifer Carbin The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes  

11/28/21 • 46:22

Our castaways kick back and discuss a lesser known album by Ol’ Blue Eyes himself. Yes, Frank Sinatra decided to step outside his comfort zone and work with those kids, Bob Gaudio and Jake Holmes: the result, Watertown. Fix yourself a cocktail and join us won't you? Enjoy the pie. The Journalist: Jennifer Carbin The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design, title music and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes

11/22/21 • 51:59

Four friends stranded on a deserted tropical island maintain their wits by examining The Four Seasons' little-known concept album, The Genuine Imitation Life Gazette. Come learn about the significance of the musical brainchild of Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Jake Holmes and Bob Crewe, that inspired John Lennon and Jethro Tull, while languishing in record store dollar bins. If you enjoy music, history, and pop culture, this is your kind of podcast.  The Journalist: Jennifer Carbin The Classical Musician: Ruth Dubb The Rock Guitarist: Vincent Friel The Pun Addict: Ian Williams Concept created by Vincent Friel and Brendan Carr.  Sound design and engineering by Vincent Friel. For more information, visit our website at https://6630productions.com/marooned-tunes If you enjoyed this show, write a review so we'll know what you think, and others will, too: RateThisPodcast.com/maroonedtunes

10/23/21 • 47:32