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OBU-FMIn Review - Cracked Rear View by Hootie & The Blowfish (with commentary from Mark Bryan)Season 2, Episode 8: In Discussion - In Review - Cracked Rear View by Hootie & The Blowfish (with commentary from Mark Bryan) We're drowning in nostalgia this week as we travel back to 1994 to review the iconic debut record from Hootie & The Blowfish, Cracked Rear View. We are joined by the band's legendary lead guitarist, Mark Bryan, who gives us insight into the making of the record in light of its 30th anniversary this year. What was it like for Mark to receive a Grammy Award from Tupac Shakur and a recently re-formed KISS? How did the band get...
2024-07-171h 17
OBU-FMIn Discussion - Talking MTV with Mark GoodmanSeason 2, Episode 7: In Discussion - Talking MTV with Mark Goodman I WANT MY OBU-FM! Wait, that's not it... In this episode, we are joined by the legendary Mark Goodman, one of the original MTV VJs, who stops by to discuss the heyday of the 1980s cultural revolution that he was at the forefront of. Hear stories about Live Aid, John Lennon's assassination, and an unfortunate evening with Daryl Hall & John Oates, plus many more in this exclusive interview. Check out Mark's Podcast: https://sounduppod.com/
2024-06-0650 min
OBU-FMIn Review - OK Computer by RadioheadSeason 2, Episode 6: In Review - OK Computer by Radiohead (Recorded on October 24, 2023) This week, join Sam and Luke for an in-depth discussion about Radiohead's seminal 1997 release, OK Computer. What is techno-angst? Is there a true definition for "Gucci little piggy"? What connection does Radiohead have with Harry Potter? Hear the answers to these questions and more in this week's episode. Check out Block Street Records: https://www.instagram.com/blockstreetrecords/?hl=en Sam's 3 of the Week Picks... 1...
2024-06-051h 14
OBU-FMIn Discussion - Talking Music with Dr. Ben SellsSeason 2, Episode 5: In Discussion - Talking Music with Dr. Ben Sells (Recorded on November 16, 2023) We are joined this week by Dr. Ben Sells, President of our alma mater, Ouachita Baptist University. Dr. Sells walks us through what music means to him, shares a few of his favorite songs, and discusses his love for the Bee Gees. Also, Dr. Sells, Sam, and Luke weigh in on whether or not November is too early to start listening to Christmas music. Check out Block Street Records: https://www.instagram.com...
2024-05-1822 min
OBU-FMIn Review - Sports by Huey Lewis & the News (with commentary from Bill Gibson)Season 2, Episode 4: In Review - Sports by Huey Lewis & the News (with commentary from Bill Gibson) We are joined this week by the Grammy-winning drummer for Huey Lewis & the News, Bill Gibson, who stops by to discuss their 1983 classic, Sports. In this exclusive interview, hear the stories behind the songs, videos, and tour for this legendary record in celebration of its 40th Anniversary. Donate to Meniere's Research Today: https://gofund.me/947beacf Sam's 3 of the Week Picks... 1.) Heavy Rain - Daryl Hall & John Oates, 1990 ...
2023-11-0849 min
OBU-FMIn Review - Houses of the Holy by Led ZeppelinSeason 2, Episode 3: In Review - Houses of the Holy by Led Zeppelin Join us this week as we travel back to 1973 to discuss the iconic Led Zeppelin album, Houses of the Holy. What is a crunge? Is Phil Collins truly to blame for the disastrous reunion at Live Aid? How do you pronounce D'yer Mak'er? Why was "Houses of the Holy" not on the Houses of the Holy record? Hear the answers to all of these questions and more in this week's episode. (Originally released on October 19, 2023) Sam's 3...
2023-11-0248 min
OBU-FMIn Review - Fahrenheit by TOTO (with commentary from Steve Porcaro)Season 2, Episode 2: In Review - Fahrenheit by TOTO (with commentary from Steve Porcaro) In this week's episode, join us as we sit down with the 3-time Grammy Award-winning keyboardist, songwriter, and founding member of TOTO, Steve Porcaro. In this in-depth interview, Steve details his prolific career working with his former bandmates in TOTO, as well as Michael Jackson, Don Henley, Boz Scaggs, Gary Wright, among others. Steve walks us through working with Quincy Jones on the sessions for We Are the World, and of course, helps us review the album of the week: TOTO's Fahrenheit f...
2023-11-021h 35
OBU-FMIn Discussion - Talking Music with Sydni Whitfield & Mariah HalbertSeason 2, Episode 1: In Discussion - Talking Music with Sydni Whitfield & Mariah Halbert Season 2 is finally here! In this episode, Sydni Whitfield and Mariah Halbert from The Sound of the Signal podcast stop by to talk all things music. Hear about overrated artists, desert island album picks, legendary concert experiences, and how listening to Bro Country needs to be a phase and nothing more. Be sure to check out Sydni and Mariah's podcast, The Sound of the Signal. https://open.spotify.com/show/3OO5f5oDsQPCfdsefHBXB4?si=512c5d88a0274306 ...
2023-11-0255 min
OBU-FMIn Review - Ram by Paul McCartneySeason 1, Episode 5: In Review - Ram by Paul McCartney (Originally released on May 18, 2023 - This episode was shelved for audio quality reasons between June 2023 and January 2024. When we recorded the episode, we were unable to use our usual studio, so we opted for a makeshift recording rig at home instead. This caused the audio to be of a very low quality, so the episode was taken down until we could figure out how to make the much needed improvements. It isn't perfect, but it's 10x better than the original release. This is episode 5 of season 1...
2023-11-0240 min
OBU-FMIn Review - An Innocent Man by Billy Joel (with commentary from Mark Rivera)Season 1, Episode 4: In Review - An Innocent Man by Billy Joel (with commentary from Mark Rivera) In this episode, join us as we travel to 1983 to discuss the Billy Joel classic, An Innocent Man. Joining us is Joel's longtime saxophone player, Mark Rivera, who offers his first-hand knowledge of recording this week's album alongside the Piano Man. Rivera also discusses his work with various Beatles, Foreigner, Peter Gabriel, Daryl Hall & John Oates, and more. Grab your Wayfarers, tune up your pianos, and ask your Dad to break out the old Christie Brinkley poster... this is a...
2023-11-021h 06
OBU-FMIn Review - Currents by Tame ImpalaSeason 1, Episode 3: In Review - Currents by Tame Impala This week, we travel back to the distant land of Australia's 2015 to discuss the Tame Impala classic, Currents. Join us as we dive into the mind and musicality of Kevin Parker. (Originally released on March 15, 2023) Sam's 3 of the Week Picks... 1.) Let Me Know - KISS, 1974 2.) You Need A Hero - Pages, 1981 3.) Sweet and Simple - Journey, 1979 Luke's 3 of the Week Picks... 1.) Hello It's Me - Todd Rundgr...
2023-11-0252 min
OBU-FMIn Review - Invisible Touch by Genesis (with commentary from Nic Collins)Season 1, Episode 2: In Review - Invisible Touch by Genesis (with commentary from Nic Collins) We are joined this week by Nic Collins, who helps us take an in-depth look at the 1986 Genesis classic, Invisible Touch. He also details his life of playing alongside his father, Phil Collins, and joining Genesis on their final farewell tour. Nic also discusses what we can expect from his own band, Better Strangers. (Originally released on March 4, 2023) Sam's 3 of the Week Picks... 1.) Cover Me - Bruce Springsteen, 1984 2.) Don't Shed...
2023-11-021h 13
OBU-FMIn Review - Rumours by Fleetwood MacSeason 1, Episode 1: In Review - Rumours by Fleetwood Mac In our first episode, take a dive into one of the greatest albums of all time. Hear the history of the band and the album itself, and then a full, in-depth review of each song. This is an episode that you don't want to miss! (Originally released on February 24, 2023) Sam's 3 of the Week Picks... 1.) Walkin' The Dog - Aerosmith, 1973 2.) Alyson - Rick Springfield, 1983 3.) Maggie May - Rod Stewart, 1971 Luke...
2023-11-0249 min