Something in the Wilderness

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

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?...

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?...

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?...

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!

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...

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: htt...

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/v...

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....

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 2...

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...

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

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*

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"...

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 arti...

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 O...

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=zKXq3...

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

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, 20...

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.

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 97...

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

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):...

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://yo...

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/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy...