WoaS (Waiting on a Song)

The WoaS Podcast is back, and we're excited to share a new episode with you! Fresh off the heels of Host Mike LeDoux's New EP, "Love Dirge", The Boys talk about the Songwriting, recording, and mixing process behind the new EP. **This is the first in a two-part conversation, which will also cover the mastering of the EP by none other than co-host Jeramy Dillion.** Are these guys b...

The WoaS Boys are back and they're here to turn you on to the finest in modern indie rock, indie pop, and everything in between. Tune in as Mike blathers on about the subtle nuances between indie from years past – and where it's found itself in the modern day. As always, Jeramy tolerates Mike's stream-of-consciousness rants but, still manages to interject words of wisdom in between his...

You know Tom Petty, right? So do we. Did you also think he was "nothing special" throughout your twenties, and then one day you woke up and realized that he's one of the more important figures in rock music – over the last few decades? So. Did. We. Check out our impromptu meditation on all things "Petty"; and find out how lackluster Jeramy's Spotify "2023 Wrapped&q...

Is it us or have Coldplay and Maroon 5 gone way off the rails? Also, what is the deal [Seinfeld voice] with Imagine Dragons? All this and more on Episode 13!

Which are the best bands of the last ten years? What's the criteria? Is this a game? Yes...yes it is. In this episode, Mike and Jeramy submit their picks for the "best" bands to release three albums within the last 10 years (spoiler: Mike failed at meeting this criteria for 2 of his 3 picks). See who arises victorious (Jeramy?) and who needs to be checked into assisted living.

Have you listened to the Beatles' new song "Now and Then"? Yes, you heard that right, The Beatles have a new song out! Now crawl out from under that rock and watch/listen to Mike and Jeramy give the most unbelievably profound insights ever made about any song...ever ;) ! Other artists mentioned in this video:

The Rolling Stones' new album "Hackney Diamonds" is fresh AF and the WoaS Boys are here to cut through the fat, and give you the goods on the stand-out tracks. Watch Mike and Jeramy uncover mediocre insights on what is possibly the best (and only) Rolling Stones albums of the last 18 years.

Hot on the heels of Oliver Tree's latest album release "Alone In A Crowd", Mike and Jeramy attempt to ponder exactly what makes this album just as engaging (and even more emotionally compelling) than its predecessor "Cowboy Tears". They also discuss Oliver as an artist and Phenomenon, comparing him to the likes of (performance) artists such as Andy Kaufman, Blink182 and Tom...

Inspired by Taylor Swift's highly anticipated re-recording of the album "1989", Mike and Jeremy sit down to parse the differences (and similarities) between Taylor's original "Red" album and its re-recorded counterpart.

If you like The Darkness, and you aren't familiar with their seventh studio album "Motorheart" you may be missing out... In this video, Mike and Jeramy dissect the elements (and potential influences behind) 6 standout tracks from "Motorheart". Watch as they try to out "hawk" Justin Hawkins (a.k.a. Jason Hawkwind) himself.

In the wake of the Rolling Stones' new exciting single "Angry", Mike and Jeramy decide to review the song, analyzing what makes it: fresh; exciting; and (most importantly) relevant. They also talk about some landmark moments in the Stones' career, and which albums best define their image as the "bad boys" of rock n' roll.

In their first-ever podcast interview, Mike and Jeramy speak with the incomparable rock legend – Arthur Brown! A man of 1000 voices, boundless creativity, and who has maintained his status as 'The God of "hellfire"', Arthur is one of the most important singers in rock history – and he's hilarious too! Mr. Brown continues to be a force: releasing music (go check out his last t...

When it comes to Brian De Palma's film "Phantom of the Paradise", there is a clear division between cult revelry and commercial bewilderment. However, most people who've seen the film can agree on one thing: the music rocks! In their seventh episode, Mike and Jeramy ponder the musical perfection that is Paul Williams' score. Having penned many popular songs for the likes of T...

In this mini-sode, Mike and Jeramy dig into the impact and characteristics of the currently iconic, Post Malone, and the historically iconic, Bob Dylan. The two artists had recently planned on doing a musical collaboration but, it went sour (apparently on Dylan's end) and the rest is left to speculation. Listen as Mike and Jeramy attempt to put both artists in perspective.

In this episode, Mike and Jeramy pick the brain of one of the hardest working (and genuine) mixing engineers/producers out there today – Joe Carrell.

In this episode, the Guys (Mike & Jeramy) launch into an in-depth (contemplative) exploration of the songwriting, themes, and production behind the music from Amazon Studio's smash hit show "Daisy Jones and the Six".

The following video's subject matter was inspired by Mary Spender – who has recently shined a big light on the topic of making income from music in the age of streaming. Music streaming is not inherently good or bad unto itself, but it has become a standard for music-listening in a way that has changed our relationship with music. In short: it's overly convenient, transient, and makes it e...

We all know who Taylor Swift is but what exactly is it about her (beyond the obvious) that has brought her so much growing success and staying power, in the music industry? Listen as Mike and Jeramy dive into this topic.

In this second episode (a.k.a. The Meta-sode), Mike and Jeramy discuss the top-notch songwriting achievement that is Dan Auerbach's (The Black Keys) "Waiting on a Song". They dive deep-ish (?) into the arrangements, themes, lyrics, and sonic qualities of selected cuts from the album. They also get into related, and completely unrelated topics such as: artificial intelligence, midi ar...

Wouldn't it be great if there was a biopic about the band Yes (whether that be an autobiographical drama or a "mockumentary")? In this first WoaS mini-sode, Mike and Jeramy discuss the mass appeal (or lack thereof), of Yes' sound; as well as suggest titles for the film, and even take a stab at casting the actors that would play the roles of: Jon Anderson, Rick Wakeman, Bill Brufo...

In this, their first, episode Mike and Jeramy ponder the subject of originality in music. Originality is an elusive thing so, how do artists ensure that they truly set their sights on originality? Watch Mike and Jeramy tackle this and other questions.