Sound to Savor
Pour yourself your favorite drink, and join me in my sonic lounge. I'm here to talk about new music and artists, live events, and music related history. I've spent a lifetime around music, and now I want to share that world with you on my podcast.
Episodes
60 episodes
That Sabbath Episode
It's time for a gin and tonic, as I devote most of this episode to Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. I talk in detail about the Back to the Beginning concert, that happened on July 5. I go through the acts that played, some of the songs they cov...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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56:52
I Feel The Earth Move: Why Carole King is an Icon.
Join me, armed with my Modelo beer, as I talk about the greatness that is Carole King, and her 1971 masterpiece "Tapestry." I highlight some of the hits she wrote/co-wrote, just how popular "Tapestry" was, and quotes from other artists about he...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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35:57
Aphex Twin and Ambient Nostalgia
Did Richard D James really dj a set scratching sandpaper, with people not able to tell the difference? Join me for a glass of sauvignon blanc, as my Vintage Pour centers around Aphex Twin's masterwork "Selected Ambient Works 85-92." I'll talk a...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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33:30
The Warmth of The Sun: A Tribute To Brian Wilson
Grab yourself a Moscow mule (I did), while I pay tribute to the late Brian Wilson, the main sonic architect of The Beach Boys. I focus largely on the singles he played a hand in writing during their 'hit' years, right up to 'Good Vibrations.' I...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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41:24
"Where Were You in 62?" - A Vintage Pour of 'American Graffiti'
Join me for this special tribute to my hometown, as I highlight the film and music of 'American Graffiti.' I talk about the making of the film, the cast, the role of music throughout, and the legacy of the film. Also, I highlight new music from...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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44:39
A Flight of Billie Eilish Shows
Pour yourself a cup of coffee (it's early), as I talk about new music from gwendolyn, Nilüfer Yanya, Jade Jackson, Medium Build, Big Thief, and Niko Rubio. Also, the Corona Capital festival in November, and Cali Vibes in Long Beach this weekend...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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37:44
Frank is back! Epilogue to Bottlerock 2025.
Recover with me, as Frank and I talk about Bottlerock. We go over drink choices, some food options, and three days of music. Frank was with me for Day 2, so we talk Kate Hudson, Lawrence, and Justin Timberlake. Some Bulleit rye is the perfect b...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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42:50
A Bottlerock Bonus Flight
Grab yourself a glass of your favorite beverage (I'm having a Hess Cabernet Sauvignon), as I talk about my experience this last weekend at Modesto's Porchfest. Then, take note, as I review some of the restaurants, bars, and wineries that I chec...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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49:12
The 2025 Bottlerock Episode!
Join me for a couple drinks and a couple desserts, as I give you a quick rundown of the very hot Just Like Heaven festival this last Saturday. Then hold on, as I do a thorough breakdown of the three days of live music at Bottlerock, which takes...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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56:26
You, Just Like Heaven!
This Saturday is Just Like Heaven festival, in Pasadena. Join me as I dig into the lineup, and a few other tidbits about the festival if you plan on going. Also, I talk Ohana Fest, ACL, the band Grandaddy, Happy Sundays, Echo Park Rising, and B...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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37:24
I Say It's (Almost) My Birthday!
Join me for an old fashioned, while I talk about the Beach Life festival this coming weekend, the 2025 Rock N Roll Hall of Fame inductees for 2025, and a playlist of Taurus artists. Also, for the first time on an episode, I've included a song I...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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44:28
A Taste Of Blue: Joni Mitchell and Red Wine
I return to an old favorite here, with a 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon from Black Stallion in Napa Valley. My Tasting Room includes a new album from music collective Sault, along with some final observations as Coachella Weekend 2 wraps up. And for m...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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35:34
My Overview of Coachella 2025, Weekend 1
Join me for my third cup of coffee, as I power through a lack of sleep, and go over my very busy weekend in the desert. I give you a play by play of all three days, including the artists I watched, the food I ate, my traditional Sunday cocktail...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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54:44
Pregaming for Coachella Weekend 2025
Join me for the annual pregaming episode for Coachella. I talk about how to prepare, the various stages, and how I plan on spending my three days in the desert. It's supposed to be 98 degrees on day one, but we're staying cool with the vodka le...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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42:55
Margaritas, Festivals, Monie Love, and Seal
I recorded this episode after having a couple margaritas earlier today at Panxa Cocina here in Long Beach (I recommend the watermelon and mango flavors). I go through some festival announcements, including Outside Lands in San Francisco. Also, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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33:42
Fingerprints Music: A Live Music Legacy in Long Beach
This week, I devote an entire episode to Fingerprints Music here in Long Beach. Since the record store is moving away from its current location this week, I've decided to talk about some of the memorable shows and signings I've attended there s...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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43:31
My Podcast's Got The Bends, Oh No!
I recorded this episode on St. Patrick's Day, after having a couple of "Green Beers" from San Fernando Brewing. I talk about a indie folk group called Friko, along with six acts at Coachella I've already seen (and want to see again!). Also, thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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37:43
“Yesterday” and Today - The Beatles, FYRE Fest 2, and Fallen Legends
Join me for a Smog City Optical Haze hazy IPA, as I talk about five veteran acts I'm looking forward to at Coachella, pay tribute to three fallen music legends, and update you on eye-brow raising Fyre Fest 2. Also, my Vintage Pour features one ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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34:22
Remember When I Was An Online DJ on Zoom?
As we get closer to the 5 year mark of the Covid lockdown, I'm dedicating this episode to those wild days, where we figured out substitutes for live music. From watching battles on Verzuz on Instagram, to me Djing a friend's birthday party on Z...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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34:37
"To Pimp A Butterfly": It's Been 10 Years
The weather is getting warmer, and I'm starting to talk more about new artists and their music. Join me for this episode, where I talk about the artists Artikal Sound System, Spacey Jane, and EREZ. Also, I do a tribute to the late, great Robert...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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33:48
I Want to Take You Higher (With Sly Stone)!
For this episode, I enjoy a glass of Opolo Zinfandel wine, from Paso Robles. We're going to talk about Sly and The Family Stone, including a couple of albums for the Vintage Pour, and discussion about Questlove's new documentary on the man, "SL...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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39:49
It's Valentine's Week: Let's pair wine and music!
Thanks for tuning in to this special Valentine's Day episode. I talk about a few shows coming up (including Bourbon and Beyond, as well as Black Sabbath's final show in England). Also, I talk about Sade's "Love Deluxe" in the Vintage Pour. Fina...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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34:59
Luther, Anita, and More Women Headlining Music Festivals
Happy Black History Month! I enjoy a Common Space 'Food Fight' Hazy IPA, as I talk about Luther Vandross, his new documentary, and some recommended songs. Also, I visit Anita Baker's classic album from 1986, "Rapture," in the Vintage Pour. Last...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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34:01
What makes for a good live music act?
Join me for a glass of Italian blood orange soda, as I touch on the Bottlerock and Just Like Heaven lineups in the Tasting Room. Also, I talk about the Pixies' debut album in the Vintage Pour, and its influence on alternative music. And what do...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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30:04