Something in the Wilderness

Tis the season! Let's celebrate with Andrew's only studio-recorded holiday cover song. Maybe one day we'll get a full holiday album, but for today, we'll explore this one's origins, delve into Andrew's own take on this classic, and why t his should maybe not be considered a "Christmas song". AMITW, 2017: https://youtu.be/SKecREPZuoc Margaret Whiting (original), 1947: https://youtu.be/s-f1HcY4gAs T...

One of Andrew's oldest songs and one that changed his songwriting forever, we're talking about a deep cut that explores teenage love and angst, Andrew's relationship with his parents, and more. Song (from Galaxy Sessions): https://youtu.be/mR4ZbKZ7hBc Demo (less guitar) version: https://youtu.be/WaUCwsSnpws May 5, 2020 Instagram livestream: https://youtu.be/qi7cZcc4XSg?t=512 Order "Three Pianos" b...

We recently went on The Rock Boat XXI and saw 3 Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness concerts, as well as a bonus "Andrew and Jon" acoustic set. In addition, we made lots of new friends, had some very unique experiences, and saw lots of other great live music as well. Hear all about it, including each of our top 5 moments, on this special episode! Our videos from Rock Boat: https://youtube.com/playlis...

In Part 2 of this 2-part episode, we are joined by three more returning guests to discuss what is special about this track among the fanbase, as well as debate lyrics, and return to a quick game of Would You Rather? Shownotes Donate to Dear Jack: (2021 link has expired) HSNE podcast: https://www.dragonwagonradio.com/hsne Song (Ready...Break version): https://youtu.be/FHLxMS7xOqk Song (studio versi...

Three former guests return to discuss one of the most notable and memorable songs in Andrew's catalog. We talk live shows, lyrics, and even play a game of Would You Rather? Shownotes Donate to Dear Jack: (2021 link has expired) Guests: www.whoismikevaldes.com (Mike) @jakesmannequin on Instagram (Jake) and @knockthatdoor on Twitter (Bella) Original audio (Ready...Break version): https://youtu.be/FH...

Travel the seas and learn about this oft forgotten bonus track from the Jack's Mannequin era that chronicles an important facet of Andrew's career and even gives us a sneak preview of some future Wilderness lyrics and sounds. Shownotes: Song Audio: https://youtu.be/Kew0qCRBra8 Review of Feb 2010 concert: https://www.ocweekly.com/jacks-mannequin-debut-new-material-at-viper-room-west-hollywood-65837...

This time, we go back over 20 years in Andrew's career to revisit a deep cut that hasn't been mentioned much since. A sincere snapshot into the mind of an adolescent, trying to make sense of the world, in a time when it seemed like nothing good was happening. Shownotes: Song audio: https://youtu.be/eoTTFiNTMtY

Bella joins to discuss a well-loved sing-a-long Andrew song. We talk about the album as a whole, why this one is so special to fans, and our own individual unique connections to this one. Song: https://youtu.be/j9-UytVa1gA West Coast Winter: https://youtu.be/Cx5-IRGJbBk Acoustic: https://youtu.be/F5Gl--Hbclo Live Del Ray Beach: https://youtu.be/fktSWY9ElXM Live El Rey Theatre: https://youtu.be/Szb...

Our guest Anne, one half of the Pittsburgh-based duo Anne Eliza helps me break down a seminal track in the catalog. Anne has performed several Andrew tracks as a musician/Andrew fan. We talk about her inspiration for songwriting, and her thoughts on one of the most well-known Jack's tracks of all time. Check out the new Anne Eliza album releasing on Sept 9! Official Audio: https://youtu.be/MhmIV9j...

Music sometimes allows us to transport back to a time and place in our lives. Music really can be a time capsule and a time machine simultaneously. Come revisit this track from Andrew's first band and think about what this song means to you, because it likely means something different than what it means to me! Shownotes: Official Audio: https://youtu.be/wW1yAt4SlaM Album review:  https://www.louis...

We're doing something a little different for our 25th episode! Though Andrew has performed the song we are discussing today, it was originally someone else's song. Andrew admires this song and this artist enough to record a cover version, so we felt it was time to talk about music that he enjoys that's not his own. AMITW cover version: https://youtu.be/zjBSrf0jZRA Kacey's music video: https://yout...

Amy joins to discuss a Jack's deep cut. We talk about her experiences as a fan, the lyrics of the song, and what it's like to share a name with one of our favorite Jack's tracks. Shownotes: P&T Short Film Music Video: https://youtu.be/xT_PCD-jTGY Track-by-track: https://youtu.be/voAUNE8jock Hollywood Reporter article: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/jacks-mannequin-album-people...

Wingman Steve and Chris-183 from the High School Never Ends podcast help break down one of Andrew's earliest and most well-known songs among long-time fans. Live music, the pop/punk scene, and the story behind the song are discussed. Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/GX0uEs3I6TA High School Never Ends podcast: https://www.dragonwagonradio.com/hsne Instagram livestream, April 2020: https://you...

We had a very memorable experience at the concert. Hear all about it here! How many of our ·wish list· songs did they play? We met some fellow fans, sweated, danced, enjoyed the performance AND the pod situation, and met someone pretty special! This is Part 2 of a two-part episode. Setlists at www.setlist.fm Friday: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness/2021/crofoot-festi...

Get excited with us as we speculate which songs will make the setlist at the summer pod shows! We're heading to Pontiac, MI for the only summer AMITW concerts, back-to-back. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 will be all about our experience there!

Andrew looks back at a moment in his past with a fresh set of eyes to show how the end of something can lead to new beginnings. Listen here: https://youtu.be/pqhaWGm1j78 Rocktail Hour: https://youtu.be/Y0FXAMh5D0c Live in Columbus, 2019: https://youtu.be/2j2oG6w-fus Play it on Piano: https://chordify.net/chords/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-everything-must-go-andrew-mcmahon Mcall.com interview:...

Description: An often overlooked and pretty unique Jack·s track; was this one originally meant to be a single? Is it a rock song or a pop song? How about that horn section? Listen here: https://youtu.be/1KtRIzmLWlA Live at 2008 Warped: https://youtu.be/699vn5SIJkU Acoustic Live at 2008 Warped: https://youtu.be/ZtxYg4FsYvg Absolute Punk segment: https://youtu.be/TftVE2UgrQk

Our guest Nancy. Art. Music was a casual Jack's fan in the past, but admittedly has not kept up with his work in many years. We introduce her to a more modern Andrew song in hopes of bringing her back into the fold! Check out Nancy's art and her podcast in the links below. Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/C6MtBDWR8jk Nancy on Instagram: www.instagram.com/nancy.art.music/ Nancy's Podcast: htt...

How about an Andrew McMahon song that you don't hear about too often? Overlooked, underrated, one of his first turns as a serious songwriter, in my opinion. Something can be said here that can not be said about most Andrew-penned songs. We'll dig into North album as a whole as well. Listen here: https://youtu.be/XkoTlXzSYZY Billboard 200, Fall 2003: https://www.billboard.com/charts/billboard-200/2...

This was the first song that Andrew co-wrote with a good friend of his. We'll touch on the People & Things album as a whole and how and what makes it different from other Jack's Mannequin music. By the way, who is Amy? Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/xfhaPAGvU8I Interview with Alt Press, 2011: https://www.altpress.com/features/andrew_mcmahon_interview_jacks_mannequin/ Interview with Hollywo...

A newer fan Noah helps discuss a more modern fan-favorite. Noah only discovered Andrew's music more recently, so he brings a different perspective in looking at the entire catalog. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/fBlzJJdd8Rw Chorus.fm interview: https://chorus.fm/features/interviews/andrew-mcmahon/ Detroit News interview: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/music/2017/03/24/andrew-mcmahon...

Diane Spry, a longtime Andrew fan, and also a lung cancer survivor and patient advocate, shares her story and discusses a Jack's Mannequin song that shares her name. Diane discusses her own diagnosis and treatment and we discuss the song that Andrew wrote when he was first diagnosed. Diane wants to remove the stigma of lung cancer and raise awareness for its victims and survivors . Song Audio: htt...

This song and this episode are about being grateful for all that we have. We will discuss the relatable lyrics and the feelings this song evokes. We will also touch on the Zombies on Broadway album as a whole and the headspace that Andrew was in during that time. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/gC2KLxvt9NY Interview with Alt Press: https://www.altpress.com/features/andrew_mcmahon_balances_the_beauty_...

In this special Valentine's episode, we'll take a trip back 20 years to a very special song to Andrew. Tis the season for a good ballad about unrequited love. Jake guests to help us discuss this one. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/aLEIzYmqpvQ Instagram Live on April 1, 2020: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY (at the 30:20 mark) Live at the Ventura, 2003: https://youtu.be/gjoPAqTz2Uc AOL sessions, 2002: h...

We welcome musician, actor and comedian Mike Valdes to the show this week to help discuss one of the most well known songs in Andrew's catalog. **Bonus: There is a special treat for listeners in the middle of the episode. Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/oQOIJDE3RhA More about Mike: www.iammikevaldes.com JM blog post about Dark Blue: https://jacksmannequin.blogs.com/jacksmannequin/2005/05/th...