Harry and Dean's Five Faves

Join Harry and Dean as they interview Eggy keyboardist, Dani Battat. Eggy is an amazing up-and-coming jamband that are making waves in the scene, and Dani discusses their formation, what it’s like to live with your band, and finding his confidence as a keyboardist. The boys also ask Dani how Eggy found a new, tight pop-rock sound with producer James Petralli, on their upcoming album, “Waiting Game...

Join Harry and Dean as they talk to guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Marc Ford. Marc is best known as the lead guitarist for the Black Crowes from 1992-1997 and 2005-2006. Marc not only discusses his time in the Crowes, but walks the boys through his start in music. He also talks lesser known projects, such as his short lived blues Pink Floyd cover band, Blue Floyd, as well as Burning Tree and p...

Join Harry and Dean for this bonus episode, where they review Dead & Company's 2024 MSG Sphere Residency. The boys attended a collective 6 out of the 30 (31 if you count the HP event) shows, and each recount their memories of the concerts. They talk everything from visuals, to setlist patterns, and everything you need to know about what went down at the Sphere. They also discuss rumors flo...

Join Harry and Dean as they chat with producer, D. James Goodwin. D. James is best known for his work producing records for artists such as Bob Weir, Goose, and Bonny Light Horseman. He talks to the boys about his first experiences with music, the moment he knew he wanted to become a producer, and his philosophies getting the best out of artists. D. James also recounts his experience helping Bob W...

Join Harry and Dean as they rank their Five Fave 1980s Grateful Dead songs. This episode is special as it is the very first exclusively Grateful Dead list that the boys have shared! You certainly won’t want to miss Harry and Dean debating topics including John Mayer’s effect on “Althea,” whether or not Built to Last is a good album, and if there’s anyone else out there who really likes “Victim or...

Join Harry and Dean as they sit down and chat with Dogs in a Pile bassist, Sam Lucid! Sam shares about his start in music, transitioning from guitar to bass, the formation of Dogs in a Pile, completing his musical education at Berklee College of Music, and a bunch more. He also explains the jump moving to a six-string bass, writing songs with a unique blend of styles, and making albums with Dogs....

Join Harry and Dean as they list their Five Fave Vampire Weekend songs. As the guys run through their lists, they share not only the reasons, musically and lyrically, that they enjoy the songs, but also the personal significance behind them. They also share an impromptu ranking of the five Vampire Weekend albums - with Dean’s list even starting some hot debate. And as always, here is the link to a...

Join Harry and Dean as they kick off summer by ranking their Five Fave Artist Transitions! When discussing artists transitions, the boys evaluate a change in sound, style, or philosophy of an artist. In this episode, they share the times where that change paid off! With both Harry and Dean covering everything from their favorite artists, and their transitions, to Dean’s long lost ‘90s pick, and Ha...

Join Harry and Dean in a brand new episode discussing a brand new topic! In honor of May 4th, the boys countdown their Five Fave films of their favorite ever film franchise: STAR WARS! But there’s more. They are joined by Gavin Kasper, a best friend and diehard fan of the pod and Star Wars. This episode is full of controversy and nerd-ery, from Dean’s love of the prequels, to Harry’s lightsaber du...

Join Harry and Dean on this bonus episode as Dean gives a full recap of his Night 4 (04/21/24) Phish show at Sphere. Dean talks about his adventures getting to Vegas, running into familiar faces at the show, as well as giving setlist analysis and discussing the musical and Sphere experience that made his evening. Harry and Dean also compare and contrast the Phish and U2 shows, as well as give thei...

Join Harry and Dean as they review Goose’s four night run at the Capitol Theatre in New York. The guys break down each setlist, highlight the must listen to jams, and share their thoughts on the new-look band with new drummer, Cotter Ellis. Marking a monumental moment in the band’s history, these four shows are four of their best ever, and you certainly don’t want to miss Harry and Dean’s review.

Join Harry and Dean as they rank their Five Fave The Beatles Albums. Although the task may seem daunting, the boys had to introspectively search their brain, ears, and heart to conquer such a difficult task. As always, the guys get into it, debating the merits of Ringo’s songs, naming the best vocalist in the band, and even doing an impromptu, Five Fave (five!?) The Beatles members. After you list...

Join Harry and Dean as they share their first EVER artist interview, featuring Ethan Michael! Ethan is a guitarist and singer for the band Great Blue, which features Peter Anspach from Goose as well. Ethan walks them through the history of Great Blue, being a fan of the band before joining, finding his place in the band, and where they are today. The boys ask him everything from his jamming philos...

Join Harry and Dean as they switch it up, and share their first ever Five NOT Fave list! Discussing their Five NOT Fave albums by great artists, the two unpack a list full of twists and turns. With most every artist that has a large discography, some stinkers in the bunch are practically inevitable. In this episode, Harry and Dean choose the most disappointing, disgruntling, or flat out worst reco...

Join Harry and Dean as the count down their Five Fave Creedence Clearwater Revival songs! The boys not only discuss their favorite songs by the band, but their ability to transport listeners to a different time and place with their music. Beyond transporting listeners, CCR themselves also had an incredible talent of making music that was of a different time and place than their own, making swampy...

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

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

Join Harry and Dean as they rank their Five Fave Super Bowl Halftime Shows. BUT WAIT…Special guest Jack Bernard aka JackyB joins the hosts as the podcast’s first ever special guest!  A longtime friend of both, Jack is a certified Super Bowl Halftime expert, and he brings his in-depth analysis to every pick. Jack brings controversial takes on universally beloved performances, and Harry shares somew...

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

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

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

Join Harry and Dean as they review their first concert of 2024, Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country Show on 1/18/24 in Ventura. Here is the link to some concert footage from Cosmic Country's cover of CCR's Midnight Special featuring Sugar Legg's Vocals Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country - Midnight Special - Ventura Music Hall-Ventura, CA January 18, 2023 (youtube.com)

Join Harry and Dean as they discuss their Five Fave Daniel Donato songs. Daniel Donato is a young country/rock guitar-slinger from Nashville, who has made waves in the jam scene in the past few years. With his band Cosmic Country by his side, Donato has become known for firing tasty Southern licks off his fretboard, improvising inspiring jams that reach out beyond just country music, and putting o...

Join Harry and Dean on their first ever bonus episode as they review "Dead Ahead," a Grateful Dead inspired festival featuring the likes of Bob Weir, Mickey Hart, Derek Trucks, and many more! Reminiscent of Dead & Company's, "Playing in the Sand" event, "Dead Ahead" featured many different acts and even a NEW post-Jerry incarnation of the Dead. Harry and Dean...

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