Music In My Shoes

When two worlds collide, you get an episode that's as surprising as it is enthralling. My run-in with John Harbaugh could have been just another star-struck fan moment, but I got the Baltimore Ravens' head coach to reveal his favorite music.  Then, there's David Lowery's acoustic session where the strum of his guitar felt like a private conversation, echoing the sentimentality...

Remember when you first heard "Sabotage" by the Beastie Boys and felt like you could conquer the world? Or perhaps it was the soulful chords of The Beach Boys' "Pet Sounds" that marked a momentous summer. We delve into how these tunes weave through the tapestry of our personal histories and the broader cultural zeitgeist, creating a shared rhythm to which we can all nod ou...

Every time I hear "I Melt With You" by Modern English, I'm instantly transported back to the '80s classic "Valley Girl," where the soundtrack wasn't just background noise, it was the heartbeat of a generation. We'll unpack the film's standout montage and the pivotal role music played, from The Plimsouls to The Psychedelic Furs, while I share my own para...

Remember those afternoons spent hovering over the record button, waiting for the perfect song to hit the airwaves? Join us, as we embark on an audio odyssey, reliving the lost art of mixtape mastery. We share tales from the trenches of recording radio gems and crafting heartfelt compilations. It's a heartfelt tribute to the personal soundtrack of our lives, punctuated with anecdotes that&apos...

Celebrating listener love from all corners of the world, we honor the profound connection music has across borders.  We open with a special meaning of Norman Greenbaum's ethereal "Spirit in the Sky," and then swiftly switch gears, strutting alongside Joe Jackson's fusion of genres on the edgy "Look Sharp! album. Navigating through the neon-lit landscape of the 80s, we chuc...

They say music is a time machine, able to whisk you away to moments past with just a few notes—and that's exactly where I'm taking you in this episode of Music in my Shoes. Today's journey starts with a nod to my late father-in-law, Larry Roberts. Imagine my surprise at discovering Andy Summers of The Police was not the fresh-faced youngster I'd pictured strumming alongside Sti...

Remember the first time you listened to the entire album "Band on the Run" by Paul McCartney and Wings? For me, it was on an 8-track and the experience was unforgettable, shaping my love for music. On this 50th anniversary of the classic album, my daughters and I, all Beatles enthusiasts, gather around the microphone to share experiences that intertwined our lives with the music of Paul...

Together, we'll revisit and give our take on the Beatles' latest tune, "Now and Then". We'll even let our imaginations run wild with a fantastical Beatles' song titled "Your Mom Loves You,".  We tip our hats to the Rolling Stones “Rock and Roll Circus”. Recorded in December 1968 but not released until 1996. We pull back the curtain on performances by The Who...

Relive the magic of rock history with our guests, John Guthrie and Greg Wheat, who take us back in their time machine to the iconic concerts of the late 70s. Imagine yourself in the crowd as Black Sabbath, Van Halen, and the Ramones rock the stage at the legendary 1978 concert at the Omni in Atlanta. Experience the surprise of an unexpected soundcheck by the Ramones, and feel the confusion of old-...

Join us for a thrilling journey through music history as we step into the daring world of rockstars and their awe-inspiring antics. Ever wondered what lengths musicians go to for the sake of promotion? Hear about Jared Leto's daring climb up the Empire State Building and the triumphant success of Elton John's 50th anniversary album, 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road'. Marvel at how th...

We're rolling out the red carpet for none other than Emmy-winning filmmaker and photographer, Chris Cassidy! Prepare to be transported back in time as he unravels a captivating narrative on the 30th anniversary of Nirvana's MTV Unplugged show. With Chris' unique insight, we venture beyond the public eye, offering you a front-row seat to this iconic performance. Hear about the electr...

Get ready to time travel as we discuss the vibrant music history of the late 70s and 80s, where rock and roll collided with pop. We'll kick things off with a deep dive into the iconic album, Bat Out of Hell by Meatloaf. Discover the intriguing backstories of mega-hits like Paradise by the Dashboard Light, and witness the genius of the great Todd Rundgren, who produced the album. We'll al...

Remember those teenage years when we'd create breakup mixtapes? The potency of those songs, how they could evoke such raw emotions - whether it was Paul Simon's '50 Ways to Leave Your Lover' or The Carpenters' 'We've Only Just Begun'. Well, this episode is a homage to the power of music, its unforgettable moments, and the rock legends who've shaped its...

Walk in the shoes of our host as he talks about music, songs, bands, concerts and stories from his perspective. *The first show kicks off with What is Music In My Shoes all about. *Look back at U2 'October' and 'Rattle and Hum' albums. *Lynyrd Skynyrd plane crash and 50th Anniversary of Pronounced Album. *Dead and Company *Shows I saw during Summer 2023. *David McCallum’s “The...