Dan and Dan Music Podcast

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Legs McNeil on 'Please Kill Me – The Uncensored Oral History of Punk' Sep 01, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the classic rock book 'PLEASE KILL ME - The Uncensored Oral History of Punk'. Authors Legs McNeil and Gillian McCain chronicled one of the most exciting and revolutionary periods in the history of music. On the podcast, Dan and Dan talk to Legs about the evolution of punk music and hear amazing stories about the emergence of artists like Iggy Pop, The Ramones, Debbie Harry and more! The book is a must-read and trust us, this podcast is a must listen! All that, plus the guys review the new Frank Ocean albums and pick their seminal punk anthems.

Patterson Hood of Drive-By Truckers Aug 11, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! 'What It Means' is a socially and politically-charged new song from the southern rock band Drive-By Truckers. Patterson Hood, frontman for DBT, calls in to discuss the meaning of the song and the reaction that he has received so far. He also gives us some insight into the band's new album 'American Band' and their upcoming tour.

Music Rivalries with Author Steven Hyden Jul 27, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! We talk music rivalries on this edition of the podcast! Steven Hyden is the author of a new book called 'Your Favorite Band Is Killing Me: What Pop Music Rivalries Reveal About the Meaning of Life'. Dan and Dan welcome Steven to talk Beatles vs. Stones, Oasis vs. Blur, Kanye vs. Taylor and what these rivalries say about us. Plus, with the DNC in Philly, Dan and Dan tell us which song they'd pick as a campaign song if they were running for President. Listen now to find out what they picked!

Insane Clown Posse Jul 14, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! The Insane Clown Posse are one of the most polarizing acts in music, but as we find out on our podcast they're also one of the most misunderstood. They've created an unlikely empire and author Steve Miller details how in his new book 'Juggalo- Insane Clown Posse and the World They Made'. Steve offers a firsthand account of the band and their Juggalo fanbase subculture. It is truly fascinating. Plus as Dan and Dan return from Summer break, they offer a brand new two minute drill and pick their songs of the week.

What Make a Great Frontman (woman)? Jun 09, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! Mick Jagger? Bruce Springsteen? Iggy Pop? Beyonce? Yes, all great frontmen and women but the question we examine on this week's show is 'what make a great frontman'? Dan and Dan break down the qualities and characteristics of great band leaders, and decide which legendary frontmen are the best of the best. Plus, a brand new two minute drill and a homework assignment designed to honor the great Muhammad Ali.

Carmine Appice May 26, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! It's one of the most sensational interviews we've ever done on the Dan and Dan Music Podcast. Iconic rock drummer Carmine Appice dropped by the studio to talk about his brand new biography 'Stick It! My Life of Sex, Drums, and Rock N Roll'. The book is an open and honest look back at Carmine's life breaking into the music industry and playing with some of rock n roll's most celebrated superstars. It's a fascinating interview. Dan and Dan also pick their Songs of the Week and kick off the show with a brand new two minute drill.

The Moon And The Sun And The Rolling Stones – An Interview with Author Rich Cohen May 12, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! The Moon And The Sun And The Rolling Stones is a brand new book from author Rich Cohen. It's a unique look at The Rolling Stones from someone who was lucky enough to spend time intimately with the band. Dan and Dan talk to Rich about the book, his time with the band, and also his role as one of the creators of the HBO series 'VINYL'. Plus a brand new two minute drill, homework assignment and more!

Prince Apr 28, 2016

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: Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! The music world lost another iconic artist in 2016. Dan and Dan remember Prince on this edition of the podcast. It's all things Prince as the guys reminisce his incredible career and his role as a true pop star. Plus, they pick their favorite Prince covers as part of this episode's Homework Assignment and one of the Dan's spotlights the new Beyoncé album for his Song of the Week. Can you guess who?

Merle Haggard – plus an interview with Peter Wolf Apr 14, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! We recently lost a musical treasure in the great Merle Haggard. Dan and Dan remember the country icon and reminisce how the music of Merle touched their lives. Plus, Peter Wolf, legendary frontman of the J. Geils Band, calls in to talk about his relationship with Merle and shares some stories about their time together. The guys also share their favorite Merle Haggard songs, offer up a new two minute drill and more!

Life as a Touring Musician - An Interview with Mike Errico Mar 31, 2016

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Meet Dan and Dan! Dan Reed, Music Director and Afternoon Host at WXPN/Philadelphia and Dan DeLuca, Music Critic and Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer sit down on a bi-weekly basis to talk MUSIC! Singer-songwriter, author and professor Mike Errico recently published an article for the NY Times entitled 'Touring Can't Save Musicians in the Age of Spotify'. It's a fascinating look at the life of a touring musician in the digital age and the risks that come with it. Mike calls in to discuss the article and more on the podcast. Plus, The Rolling Stones go to Cuba and Justin Bieber won't do any more meet and greets, Dan and Dan discuss during our two-minute drill! All that and more on this episode.

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