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    Something in the Wilderness

    Calling all Andrew McMahon fans: This show intends to pay tribute to all of the music Andrew has helped create in a song-by-song format. With a 20+ year-long music career spread among 3 different musical projects, Andrew is not only a musician, he is also a cancer survivor, philanthropist, and family man.

    Beginning with Something Corporate, formed with some friends from high school, Andrew established himself as a pop punk icon in the early 2000s. The band set themselves apart from the rest of the scene incorporating a piano into the popular pop/punk sound. Following three records and countless tours, Andrew went on to form a new project called Jack’s Mannequin. This new direction allowed him to lean more into the piano pop/rock side of his music. While many of his original fans came along for the ride, he also gained an entirely new fanbase with his next three records and extensive world touring. This project helped boost his resume from a pop/punk frontman to a serious songwriter. His latest music venture is Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness. Largely intended and referred to as his “solo project”, the majority of writing and instrumentation is done by Andrew himself, in partnership with co-writers, producers, and other collaborators. He has since released four albums under the Wilderness moniker and has written some of his most prolific work yet. His wife and daughter have toured along with him for years and he has not taken much of a break in recent years between touring heavily and writing and releasing new music. Using his public voice for philanthropy, he has formed the Dear Jack Foundation, which raises funds to help ease life for those suffering through cancer treatment and offering survivors a positive outlook for the future.

    Inspired by his experiences in his three bands, his contributions to soundtracks, and his collaborations over the years with other musicians, Andrew has established himself as an artist for his generation. Come along for the ride as each song in his catalog is explored, discussed, and evaluated. Please subscribe if you are a fan of Andrew McMahon’s work or even a fan of music discussion in general.

    Credit to After the Fire Designs for the artwork:
    www.instagram.com/after_thefire
    http://www.etsy.com/shop/afterthefiredesign/

    Intro/Outro music provided by:
    Piano Rock Instrumental by Hyde – Free Instrumentals https://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic
    Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0
    Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/PianoRockInstrumental
    Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/AlAxo66T11w

    Playlist of all songs covered on the show so far: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJnitmteLr2I7lbehabG2rvJc

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    107. Drop Out - The So Unknown w/ Brendan Oct 12, 2026
    Show notes

    It's Brendan's second time on the podcast, but his first time talking about a specific song! We chose one that we both have a longstanding relationship with, which led to stories from our past. We also touched on how this song's meaning has changed for us over the years. It may not be a single, it may not be performed live a whole lot, and it may not even get a lot of attention in the present day, but we do believe it's a song that most Andrew fans remember fondly.

    Song Audio: https://youtu.be/URMjazVFzvs?si=o4Z7ktNePtGzR4mp

    Live on Holiday From Real, 2024: https://youtu.be/GTr117eeJak?si=R9hRc-KVVCmXo7WB&t=1470

    Instagram Live, May 2020: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CAbpxyJA_0X/?utm_medium=copy_link

    RVA Mag interview with Andrew, 2022: https://rvamag.com/music/put-your-name-on-it-an-interview-with-andrew-mcmahon.html

    Behind the Scenes of The Glass Passenger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GH1o2A6dcBk

    From The Michigan Daily interview, 2002: https://books.google.com/books?id=rv5JAAAAIBAJ&pg=PA5#v=onepage&q&f=false


    Bonus: Three Pianos in Chicago w/ Marci & Andy Sep 06, 2026
    Show notes

    Marci and Andy joined me for the recap in Chicago. I was able to spend time with each of them before and after the shows, so it felt fitting to review each show with each of them. We talk setlist, vibes, and the overall experience of these two very different shows in Chicago! I found the best way to celebrate a birthday is at an Andrew McMahon show with a bunch of fellow fans singing songs and celebrating together. Also, I had my very first VIP experience! Then, onto my second and final 3P experience! Catch it all and more on this episode.

    Chicago (Garcia's) solo show setlist: https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/andrew-mcmahon/2026/garcias-chicago-chicago-il-43488ba7.html


    106. All Our Lives w/ Author Lindsay Bennett Aug 30, 2026
    Show notes

    Author Lindsay Bennett returns to the podcast to discuss her new novel and a song that we felt fit some of the themes of her novel. Join us as we discuss her story, her characters, and the world she's built. We also talk lyrics, themes, and Andrew's songwriting in general. It's Lindsay's 5th song episode on the podcast!

    Song Audio: https://youtu.be/zhRXldOsMXY?si=OCaSNrcC4kSdT_ug

    Author Lindsay Bennett's links: https://linktr.ee/authorlindsayjbennett

    Order Lindsay's new book: https://tr.ee/a2OaKRH6_m

    Live full band, 2014 (first time performed live): https://youtu.be/dhuCmVFmIvE?si=BJJW4mESPVF97UWa

    Live solo, 2017: https://youtu.be/Pqzrmudohpg?si=w5hbcF8PF6fSYVDQ

    HuffPost interview, 2014: https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/clara-cullen/andrew-mcmahon_b_6020030.html


    Bonus: Three Pianos in Philly w/ Kristin & Brendan Aug 24, 2026
    Show notes

    We're celebrating 6 years of the podcast this week! And what better what to kick off a celebration than two passionate guests, a recap of two Andrew McMahon shows, and a whole lot of great conversation! This is Part 1 of the Three Pianos experience this past month.


    Bonus: Meet Michigander! (Jason Singer of Michigander) Jul 19, 2026
    Show notes

    Jason Singer of Michigander joins the podcast to talk about the band's upcoming album "Over Before You Know It", their fall tour, and the journey of building a music career over more than a decade of writing, recording, and touring. We had a great conversation about his new music (and his last album), life on the road, the great state of Michigan, and more!

    Michigander on Instagram: http://instagram.com/michiganderband

    Order Michigander merch: https://shop.michiganderband.com/

    Michigander 2026 tour: https://www.michiganderband.com/#shows

    Reach out directly if you want to join the Gander Discord server!


    Bonus: Get To Know Zac Clark (better)! Jul 06, 2026
    Show notes

    You may know Zac Clark as the man behind the keys on stage with Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness and Something Corporate… take this opportunity to get to know Zac better as an artist and performer. In this episode, Zac reflects on his journey from fan to bandmate and solo artist, his approach to songwriting, the unique experience of performing intimate house shows, and the new music he's been working on. Whether you've followed Zac for years or have just discovered his music, this conversation offers a deeper dive into his career.

    Zac's official site: https://inthewolfsmouth.com/

    Follow Zac on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamzacclark/

    Stream Zac's music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7IdCnVHtgDZJIJG5zOmDAE?si=RBdiqRHcQ7ekHxCqfjE4Yg


    105. Get On My Wave w/ Morgan Jun 28, 2026
    Show notes

    Returning guest, Morgan, and I discuss a song that we don't think gets enough love and attention. Join us as we go back to the summer of 2020 and find out what Andrew released into the world at such a strange time in history. We compare the song to others from the era, talk about how it fit into the catalog and in the live show, what the future may hold for this song, and our relationship with it!

    Official Song Visualizer: https://youtu.be/Eh1_5vHRQh8?si=V_Etpww4fBMf6vXO

    Live at the Troubadour with Strings, Nov 2021: https://youtu.be/A1jqX_5lwXw?si=aGuG20rCoTxyr53d

    2020 Buzzbands Article: https://buzzbands.la/2020/07/31/stream-andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-get-on-my-wave/


    104. Island Radio w/ Andrew Ware May 18, 2026
    Show notes

    A returning guest joins the podcast to talk about what we believe is a fan favorite live show song. We dig into the songwriting and lyrical content of this song, our personal histories and experiences with this song, and the Zombies on Broadway album as a whole.

    Official Song Audio: https://youtu.be/2pL4GgXdJO8?si=d8wAqEA-57gqPIQR

    Live, 2017: https://youtu.be/B6poeMWS2GE

    Live in 2019, Upside Down flowers tour: https://youtu.be/68WlfmcVRus

    Live on Holiday From Real, 2024: https://youtu.be/iSpsRGA69tk?si=tGEvO87s4Qr9vUBi

    Concord.com interview: https://concord.com/artist/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness/#:~:text=Consciously%20or%20unconsciously%20I%20began,work%20and%20done%20it%20well.

    TimeOut Interview: https://www.timeout.com/newyork/blog/musician-andrew-mcmahon-takes-us-on-a-tour-of-his-favorite-new-york-spots-020117


    103. Something Wild w/ Cindy Apr 14, 2026
    Show notes

    Returning guest Cindy @cindycarrierviolin comes back to talk about a beloved collaboration between Lindsey Stirling and Andrew McMahon that will forever hold a special place in her heart. We talk about how this song came to fruition, our own personal history with the song, and recent events that made this song unforgettable for so many of us, especially Cindy herself.

    Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/I2lVEiwKVFM?si=qqsQzvltpDJHeKRr

    Live on Holiday From Real '26 feat. Cindy Carrier: https://youtu.be/la8n8buFXF4?si=ka0mFyaVnq_e4pAV

    Cindy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cindycarrierviolin

    Cindy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindycarrierviolin

    Instrumental version by Lindsey Stirling: https://youtu.be/NQePDA2EisI?si=FgXYqNV-GuGChEj-

    Live Acoustic Instrumental by Lindsey Stirling: https://youtu.be/l-d3KbLlrMo?si=iJRfU6ucF_o5yNJP

    Live on the Today Show (both Lindsey and Andrew): https://youtu.be/9zJUhmkpEz8?si=m_Md13uchrzBrDfZ


    102. Keep Rising + HFR talk w/ Jessica G Mar 30, 2026
    Show notes

    Jessica joins the podcast this week for two reasons: First, we dive into a B-side that's newer to me but, deeply meaningful to her. Second, we compare stories from our recent Holiday From Real cruise! This episode explores how a song and shared moments among fans at sea intertwine in a powerful way.

    Song Audio: https://youtu.be/_iSy8dTMGPU?si=JQ_ofn9WDG9xTuPv

    Live in Poughkeepsie, January 2013: https://youtu.be/Nn4cHtih114?si=vy0eKgmW0UIGsp2-

    Live at Dear Jack VIP Night (Chicago), November 2022: https://youtu.be/j933VmYe4Ws?si=Hx6Wg6EwCn5XGoE6

    Live on Holiday From Real '26 (clip): https://youtu.be/06eF7ESxjkY?si=PmM-DSlzDc5iw2PY

    Watch HFR '26 shared youtube playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJnh3IwDZOwwXng8zi2XYLJ-H&si=x1oGPe1J_OEBG3V3

    Add your videos to the HFR '26 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJnh3IwDZOwwXng8zi2XYLJ-H&jct=5yi5V8yeW9Nl-4bI0oKf8A

    Andrew McMahon Fan Art Collective: https://www.facebook.com/groups/amfanartcollective

    Keep Rising Therapy: Jessica's private practice: https://keeprisingtherapy.com


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