The Arms Wide Open Podcast

John McLaughlin and Jon Siebum
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Welcome to The Arms Wide Open Podcast! Every week we will have a wide ranging discussion around rock music centered on a single album and artist.

  1. An Album Review of The Beach Boys Christmas Album

    12/23/2022

    An Album Review of The Beach Boys Christmas Album

    Its been a slow year for The Arms Wide Open crew but we couldn't miss out on our annual tradition, reviewing a rock n roll Christmas album.  The Jo(h)n's finish off the year with a classic- The Beach Boys Christmas Album.  They cover all their favorites, discuss the legacy of the album, and debate whether or not Brian Wilson can effectively sing Elvis songs.  Always a fun time, don't forget to like comment and subscribe!

    27 min
  2. Episode Sixty: An Album Review of Greta Van Fleet- The Battle At Garden's Gate

    11/15/2022

    Episode Sixty: An Album Review of Greta Van Fleet- The Battle At Garden's Gate

    FROM THE VAULT.  Originally recorded in 2021, the John's tackle the latest album from Led Zepplin adjacent, Greta Van Fleet.  The Jo(h)n's talk the retro style of the band, their occasional departure from Zepplin's sound, and Shaggy's eternal struggle to enjoy new music. Don't forget to like, comment and subscribe!

    57 min
  3. A Special Tribute to Taylor Hawkins

    04/09/2022

    A Special Tribute to Taylor Hawkins

    The Jo(h)n's take a moment to remember Taylor Hawkins in a special tribute podcast.

    47 min
  4. A Christmans Album Review of Eric Clapton- Happy Xmas

    12/18/2021

    A Christmans Album Review of Eric Clapton- Happy Xmas

    It's that time of year again!  The Jo(h)n's unwrap another rock themed Christmas album for the holiday season, this year digging into Eric Clapton's 2017 album "Happy Xmas."  They break down all of the songs, dig into the inspiration around why Clapton made the album, and compare it to past years album reviews.  Always a fun time, dont forget to subscribe, like and comment!

    39 min
  5. An Album Review of System of a Down- Self Titled

    11/25/2021

    An Album Review of System of a Down- Self Titled

    The podcast is back with a look at System of a Down and their 1998 debut self titled album.  The Jo(h)n's take a look at nu metal and the bands place in that genre, their unique sound, and whether the music stands up today.  They also discuss the HBO documentary on '99 Woodstock and how late 90's music influenced rock music going forward.  Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment!

    53 min
  6. An Album Review of Modest Mouse- Good News for People Who Love Bad News

    11/03/2021

    An Album Review of Modest Mouse- Good News for People Who Love Bad News

    The Jo(h)n's are back to dig into Modest Mouse and their 2004 album Good News for People Who Love Bad News.  The hosts cover all the songs, talk about the detailed recording style, the bands missing drummer, and share stories of being at the same concert during the bands tour for this album.  A fun show as always, don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe!

    48 min
  7. An Album Review of The Blue Stones- Hidden Gems

    08/04/2021

    An Album Review of The Blue Stones- Hidden Gems

    This week the Jo(h)n's shake it up and review a recently released album from an up and coming band- The Blue Stones and their 2021 album Hidden Gems.  They dig into all the songs, look at how the band evolves the two member format, debate modern rock music, and a whole lot more. Check it out and don't forget to rate, subscribe and like!

    39 min
  8. An Album Review of The Beach Boys- Pet Sounds

    06/30/2021

    An Album Review of The Beach Boys- Pet Sounds

    After a lengthy hiatus the Jo(h)n's are back in the saddle to discuss the iconic 1966 Beach Boys album "pet Sounds."  We cover all the history, including the odd approach to recording, the drama around Brian Wilson and his relationship to drugs and the rest of the band, the cultural influences the music inspired, the Beatles rivalry and a lot more.  Always a fun time, don't forget to subscribe, like and comment!

    51 min
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Welcome to The Arms Wide Open Podcast! Every week we will have a wide ranging discussion around rock music centered on a single album and artist.

Information

  • Creator
    John McLaughlin and Jon Siebum
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2022
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © John McLaughlin 2018
  • Show Website
    The Arms Wide Open Podcast