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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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    Latest Episodes:
    89. Little Disaster w/ Celeste Mar 17, 2025
    Show notes

    Celeste stopped by to help us celebrate the 2-year anniversary of Tilt at the Wind No More! We took a break from the year of Jack's Mannequin to discuss one of our favorite tracks from the modern era. We also reflect back on recent live shows and look forward to upcoming shows!

    Song Audio: https://youtu.be/tpJ2cyt4m-s?si=Ckw31qnAoxxAlpyN

    Live on Holiday From Real cruise, November 2024: https://youtu.be/7FeoJ8XtUHw?si=a-2PdkWcevG-gUns

    Live in Manhattan, April 2023: https://youtu.be/ZngmzJcBbG8?si=c5pwM31lOyMDJyBN

    American Songwriter article, 2023: https://americansongwriter.com/review-andrew-mcmahon-sifts-through-his-past-in-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more/

    Consequence of Sound article, 2023: https://consequence.net/2023/03/andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-tilt-at-the-wind-no-more-track-by-track/4/


    88. MFEO w/ Hazel and Lindsay Feb 17, 2025
    Show notes

    Former guests Hazel Jacks and Lindsay both return to the podcast to talk about another epic Andrew track. The song is in two parts, but this episode is not! We learned that this song is SORT OF the final song on Everything in Transit. We also listen to what Andrew says at the end of the track. We share our excitement about the recently announced Jack's Mannequin tour. Finally, we dig deep into the song that both Hazel and Lindsay picked (separately) so we brought them together! Also, Hazel earns her robe on this episode. Listen to learn more!

    Song Audio: https://youtu.be/B46oP5CD1gs?si=05m-yxP-Yp5a95SJ

    Rolling Stone article, 2025: https://shorturl.at/APDVh

    MFEO on Holiday From Real cruise 2024: https://youtu.be/DjNuPOWIxxk?si=dx9Ll2JnQxjYkvK7

    MFEO on Instagram Live, April 2020: https://youtu.be/QG5LO51spLY?si=1ylqZJQ2B5Q9Lcb0&t=3016

    MFEO, Live at the El Rey, 2012: https://youtu.be/lxmS71uuE2Q?si=38nwgopwxrI7b6cN


    87. Locked Doors w/ Lindsay Jan 25, 2025
    Show notes

    Returning guest Lindsay brings another deep cut to the show, with her choice of a Transit-era B-side that holds some significance in the history of Andrew's career. Should this track have been included on the album, or does it work better in it's life as a Deluxe Edition bonus track? Is this a song we want to hear live this year? What is Lindsay's favorite Andrew song and album? Find it all out here!

    Song Audio: https://youtu.be/4zSYwcd9pmM?si=nzcvjpcqtkI42VwC

    College Magazine article, 2011: https://www.collegemagazine.com/cm-interviews-jacks-mannequin/#selection-749.1-749.186

    Oral History of Everything in Transit: https://youtu.be/fDuu172htxM?si=OmPuQrc5dj3FNdIu


    86. Kill The Messenger w/ Author Hazel Jacks Jan 12, 2025
    Show notes

    Author Hazel Jacks returns to the podcast to kick off our celebration of 20 Years in Transit. We're trying to manifest an official tour announcement! Hopefully, soon? Here on the podcast, we're going to talk about several Jack's Mannequin songs in the coming months. Hazel chose to start us off with an emotional one. Join us as we make our own meanings of the heavy lyrics, talk about Andrew's 2005 blog, and touch on other songs of the era as well! We also touch on how this song and others inspire her as she writes and how she incorporates music into her stories.

    Song Audio: https://youtu.be/vNMAV5uXCLc?si=BxsqEkuJe2nmZWc3

    Hazel Jacks' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorhazeljacks/

    Order "Surf Road" by Hazel Jacks: https://a.co/d/gs5kff9

    Piano-only live, 2008: https://youtu.be/7FmGqLkevaM?si=gY5CsqWBpYmrFjdv

    Live in Columbus, Ohio, 2023: https://youtu.be/icJ6-xzA4LU?si=g41XjLVY0kyGdXuk

    Andrew's 2005 blog: https://jacksmannequin.blogs.com/jacksmannequin/2005/03/finally_doing_s.html


    85. Holiday in LA (Band of Merrymakers) Dec 24, 2024
    Show notes

    Since it's the holiday season, why not a holiday-themed song? Andrew was featured on a holiday track that you may not have heard before with some other familiar names. Learn about how this project came together and why and about Andrew·s involvement with it.

    Song Audio: https://youtu.be/jDXholWipCM?si=uMz0S1U2J6tdsoBS

    Must Be Christmas Music Video: https://youtu.be/NIIEmQ0aYjk?si=doEnyd1nhVHBwXOr


    Bonus: Holiday From Real recap pt. 2 w/ Madelyn and Mike Dec 09, 2024
    Show notes

    This is Part 2 in a 2-part episode: Madelyn, Mike, and I continue our discussion about our Holiday From Real cruise experience. We answer fan-submitted questions about the experience, talk about favorite sets, songs, and moments, and we even give our suggestions about what could make this cruise even better! Plus, our predictions for 2026!

    Holiday From Real shared fan playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4WZOFaYjXmB0zDrRsVjrKb0zIVUg0U2h&jct=9HVR9eVIxTG3RZH2TRhmZA

    Steve's HFR videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJngRR1jq_rPAy-fGij49-psX


    Bonus: Holiday From Real recap pt. 1 w/ Madelyn and Mike Nov 29, 2024
    Show notes

    Mike and Madelyn join the show to tell us about their Holiday From Real cruise experience! Three people who had three different experiences on the boat discuss some favorite moments, unique experiences, and of course the live music! This is part 1 of a 2-part episode.

    Holiday From Real shared fan playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4WZOFaYjXmB0zDrRsVjrKb0zIVUg0U2h&jct=9HVR9eVIxTG3RZH2TRhmZA

    Steve's HFR videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJngRR1jq_rPAy-fGij49-psX


    Bonus: Dear Jack Trivia 2024 w/ Sam, Pub Trivia Podcast Nov 08, 2024
    Show notes

    Former guests Kristin, Kyle, and Rachel join Sam from the Pub Trivia Podcast for a night of Andrew-themed trivia! We are raising money for the Dear Jack Foundation in this episode. Please feel free to hit the link in the show notes if you'd like to make your own donation before 11/15 and help us raise money to help support young adults and adolescents with a cancer diagnosis. Play along with our contestants and find out who the Most Knowledgeable Andrew McFan is this year! Thank you once again to Sam from the Pub Trivia Podcast for putting together this game for us to raise money for DJF!

    Donate to Team October's Dear Jack Foundation fundraiser: https://give.dearjackfoundation.org/fundraiser/5672150

    Trivia Visual to play along: https://shorturl.at/FJppP

    Pub Trivia Podcast: https://pubtriviagroup.weebly.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabQ6-5_hrMLR9Y6o-CBMaEwGtTcpbdjvs9E_tndwEz3Up5luDonEWLJxJ8_aem_zT9ZSJ7k1yLt9vnRb3f0qg


    Bonus: Holiday From Real cruise w/ Jukebox The Ghost Nov 04, 2024
    Show notes

    Ben, Tommy, and Jesse from Jukebox the Ghost join the podcast to talk about their history as a band, some tour stories, what to expect in their live show, and what they're looking forward to on the Holiday From Real cruise! You don't want to miss this one: they're a fun hang and they'll give you some pro tips for the cruise. Who was Ben texting with during this recording? And what were they texting about? Listen to find out!

    YouTube Jukebox The Ghost Starter Pack: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_KsnmAMJngNtcfMNsKjccQQDPX_OYw-&si=4yzcRwCA2gDiBasK

    or

    Spotify Jukebox the Ghost starter pack: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/77NQgybLJtYiEkEskHuZfm?si=fb488b2b8fbd4233

    Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jukeboxtheghost

    Listen to their new EP: https://open.spotify.com/album/7qRmvLcvNArr2OV7nBdqIv?si=Uf5CH_jETy6R4HhdYZqhrQ


    84. Happy w/ Cindy Oct 27, 2024
    Show notes

    We're discussing the second track that brought the Wilderness project together with Something Corporate in preparation for the Out of Office tour. Cindy, who recently arranged and performed a cover of this song with her friend, is our brand new guest to help break down this brand new song!

    Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/vBM1-SOI_PE?si=k3L918jBt-cj8Ed4

    Watch Cindy's cover of "Happy" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindycarrierviolin/

    Andrew's piano-only version of "Happy": https://youtu.be/HlTPl9lwNEo?si=A0Juli5aPnZmNTHt

    Live in Seattle, 2024: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-UdTJ0X5nM

    Digital Journal article: https://www.digitaljournal.com/entertainment/andrew-mcmahon-of-something-corporate-talks-about-their-new-music/article

    Hashtag Magazine article: https://hashtagmagazine.net/home/2024/7/26/something-corporate-and-andrew-mcmahon-in-the-wilderness-release-new-single-happy


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