Somebody Else’s Favorite Songs

We are excited for the continuation of our mini-series called "Classic 45s." Every other Friday, we each discuss one single from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7" vinyl played at 45 RPM. Gather 'round your virtual turntable - it's Somebody Else's Favorite 45s! This week: "Something in the Air" by Thunderclap Newman followed by "Mr. Tambourine Man" by t...

Episode 15: Songs About Cars and Driving From its earliest days, rock and roll and cars have ridden together. The open road has been romanticized in song for over 70 years. Americans write and sing about cars and blast music from their speakers while rocking down the highway. This week, we take a look at our collective obsession with music on the go. It’s “Somebody Else’s Favorite Songs about Cars...

We are excited for the continuation of our mini-series called "Classic 45s." Every other Friday, we each discuss one single from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7" vinyl played at 45 RPM. Gather 'round your virtual turntable - it's Somebody Else's Favorite 45s! This week: "Be-Bop-a-Lula" by Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps followed by "Watching the Wheels...

Episode 14: Triple Threats This week the SEFS guys discuss “triple threat” artists. These musicians can do it all - masters of their instruments, quality songwriting craftsmen, and superior vocalists. We’ve made our selections. Who would you choose for your list? It’s “Somebody Else’s Favorite Triple Threats.” If you are joining us on Apple Podcasts, don't forget to leave a rating and review! Our...

Somebody Else's Favorite Songs: Classic 45s #7 We are excited for the continuation of our mini-series called "Classic 45s." Every other Friday, we each discuss one single from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7" vinyl played at 45 RPM. Gather 'round your virtual turntable - it's Somebody Else's Favorite 45s! This week: "Are You Sure Hank Done it This Way...

Episode 13: Deep Tom Petty Perhaps no other artist is more beloved by the SEFS guys. They are thrilled to devote an entire episode to the great Tom Petty. Once again, Joel joins Josh and Jacob as they take a look into the catalog of one of the greatest American songwriters and rock performers of the past 50 years. It's "Somebody Else's Favorite Deep Tom Petty Songs!" Our Website: https://www.sefs....

In the middle of an unprecedented Texas blizzard, the SEFS guys holed up in “Le Studio” and used that time to record “The Snowbound Sessions.” On this episode, Weather Songs are in the forecast. And there's a 100% chance of special guests! Joel Best returns and together with Josh and Jacob, welcome Josh's brother Caleb, who makes his second appearance on the show. So grab your umbrellas and snow b...

Somebody Else's Favorite Songs: Classic 45s #6 We are excited for the continuation of our mini-series called "Classic 45s." Every other Friday, we each discuss one single from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7" vinyl played at 45 RPM. Gather 'round your virtual turntable - it's Somebody Else's Favorite 45s!  This week: "Paper in Fire" by John Melle...

Episode 12: Country Instruments in Rock Songs  Banjos, steel guitars, mandolins and fiddles... These readily identifiable sounds have been staples of country music for decades. But what might happen if some of the most famous rock musicians tried their hand at using these instruments? This week we take a look at that idea, which has been successfully deployed far more often than one might exp...

Somebody Else's Favorite Songs: Classic 45s #5  We are excited for the continuation of our mini-series called "Classic 45s." Every other Friday, we each discuss one single from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7" vinyl played at 45 RPM. Gather 'round your virtual turntable - it's Somebody Else's Favorite 45s!  This week: Not a Banjo Song from J...

Episode 11: Let Thy Wilbury Done In 1988, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan and Roy Orbison formed the greatest “super group” in music history. The Traveling Wilburys took the world by storm with their hit album “Vol. 1” and suddenly those five guys were the toast of the town, indeed the world. This week, we take a look at the Wilburys and a series of albums they did together as we...

Somebody Else's Favorite Songs: Classic 45s #4  We are excited for the continuation of our mini-series called "Classic 45s." Every other Friday, we each discuss one single from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7" vinyl played at 45 RPM. Gather 'round your virtual turntable - it's Somebody Else's Favorite 45s!  This week: "Judy in Disguise (with...

Episode 10: The Bruce Channel Interview  The SEFS guys are THRILLED to present their first interview episode this week featuring the legendary Bruce “Hey! Baby” Channel. If you’re a fan of this classic #1 worldwide smash hit, interested in stories of being on the road with other popular performers, or just want to know more about what it’s like to live a life in the music industry, this episo...

Snowbound Sessions Vol. 4: One Hit Wonders of the 70s In the middle of an unprecedented Texas blizzard, the SEFS guys holed up in “Le Studio” and used that time to record “The Snowbound Sessions.” On this episode, One Hit Wonders of the 70s are front and center, as are two special guests. Joel Best returns and together with Josh and Jacob, welcome Josh's brother Caleb, who makes his first appearan...

Somebody Else's Favorite Songs: Classic 45s #3  We are excited for the continuation of our mini-series called "Classic 45s." Every other Friday, we each discuss one single from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7" vinyl played at 45 RPM. Gather 'round your virtual turntable - it's Somebody Else's Favorite 45s!  This week: "Only the Lonely" by Ro...

Snowbound Sessions Vol. 3: Deeper Dan In the middle of an unprecedented Texas blizzard, the SEFS guys holed up in “Le Studio” and used that time to record “The Snowbound Sessions.” On this episode, we take a look at some lesser-known songs from one of our favorite bands, the incomparable Steely Dan. We also welcome our first guest, as Josh's son Joel makes his debut on the show. So listen to what...

Episode 9: Birth Year Songs This week, the SEFS guys highlight music from the years of their respective births. Along with some general history and pop culture, we take a look at the music of 1975 and 1995, two years that turned out to be incredibly rich in variety. Expect a diverse playlist on this fun episode. It’s “Somebody Else’s Favorite Birth Year Songs!” Our Website: https://www.sefs.show F...

Snowbound Sessions Volume 2: Somebody Else's Favorite Funny Songs In the middle of an unprecedented Texas blizzard, the SEFS guys holed up in “Le Studio” and used that time to record “The Snowbound Sessions.” By the time we were 3-4 days in, things were getting pretty crazy with sub-zero temps and a foot of snow, so we channeled that nervous energy into laughing for an hour at some hilarious parod...

Somebody Else's Favorite Songs: Classic 45s #2 We are excited for the continuation of our mini-series called "Classic 45s." Every other Friday, we each discuss one single from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7" vinyl played at 45 RPM. Gather 'round your virtual turntable - it's Somebody Else's Favorite 45s! This week: "I Just Wanna Stop" by Gino Vanelli...

SEFS Snowbound Sessions Vol. 1: Guilty Pleasures The SEFS guys are snowed in, so how about a bonus episode? We decided to take a look at some of our “guilty pleasures” - songs we are slightly (or greatly) ashamed to admit we like. Prepare to be shocked and appalled - the defendants plead GUILTY.  Our Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.sh...

Episode 8: Somebody Else's Favorite Love Songs Happy Valentine’s Day from Josh and Jacob! This week, we take a look at some of our favorite love songs. Cozy up in front of a nice fire with your significant other and enjoy these classic songs of amore. It’s “Somebody Else’s Favorite Love Songs.” Our Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show) Mer...

Somebody Else's Favorite Songs: Classic 45s #1 We are excited to debut a new mini-episode series called “Classic 45s.” Every other Friday, we will discuss one single each from the rock and roll era. These are the songs that Americans made into hits via 7” vinyl played at 45 RPM. So gather ‘round your virtual turntable - It’s Somebody Else’s Favorite 45s!  This week: “FM (No Static at All)” by...

Episode 7: Gateway Songs  On our next episode, we take a look at songs that drew us in immediately and left us wanting more. These are the moments when we knew we were going to love an artist from then on. It’s Somebody Else’s Favorite Gateway Songs.  Our Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show) Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user...

Preview - Episode 7: Gateway Songs  On our next episode, we take a look at songs that drew us in immediately and left us wanting more. These are the moments when we knew we were going to love an artist from then on. It’s Somebody Else’s Favorite Gateway Songs.  Our Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show) Merch: https://www.teepubli...

Preview - Episode 6: The Beatles off the Beaten Path  On the next episode of SEFS, we take a look at some lesser-known tracks from the greatest band of all time. Here’s a sneak peek at our selections of some of the Beatles’ obscure classics.  Our Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show) Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/sefs