Kinda Funny

We’re joined by a couple of first-timers, Michael K and Heather, for funny songs. Also in this episode: Musical theater. Bo Burnham’s INSIDE. Commit to the bit. Comedy. Swedish death cleaning. References: Lindsey Ellis’ RENT video essay. Check out Michael K at Held2gether in Long Beach August 11th. Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Return, Return

Israel makes his triumphant return to the new LPP accompanied by new friend of the show, Britta! The theme is return songs. Also in this episode: Leaving Grandma’s. Who is Josh Groban? One-hit wonder is where it’s at. Susan and Israel reconnect. Creativity. Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Brassy Knoll

Just Denise and Rod this month sharing a few of their favorite brassy tunes. Also in this episode: We love CAKE. The little activist. Musical collaborations. Deep cuts to the pansa. Music in the classroom. Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Something New (to you)

We have a full house this month, Ryan, Alex, and Dustin of Rome Apart join us for some new (to you) songs. Also in this episode: Getting paid to learn songs at a young age. The Norteño Scene. Songwriting. Private show for the coke brothers. Record release shows. Stage presence. Tiny Desks. Galaxy jerseys. Rome […]

Spanglish

Andy and Gil, of the genre-defying band No Application Fee, join us in-studio for bilingual songs. Also in this episode: Chicano Batman holds a special place in Gil’s heart. It’s all about the mix. What’s in a name? English as a second language. A lot of love for Rome Apart. No love for Texas. Too […]

Rain or Shine

Little Dragon and Gracie join us this month for some rain or shine songs. Also in this episode: Finding your tribe. Music videos on VHS by mail. Biopics. Hard rockin’ females. References: Dead Sara at The Troubadour Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Jamz of 2022

The holidays are a busy time for everyone, so there’s no guest this week. It’s just Denise and Rod sharing a few of their favorite songs of 2022. Also in this episode: Dive bar shows. Writing songs is hard. Any press is good press. Fuck, Mary, Kill. Rod’s not a musician. References: Negra Luz YouTube Channel […]

Take Two

Special guest Rudy and Denise share songs by artists they gave a second chance to. Rod screws it up and shares a song by an artist he missed the boat on. Also in this episode: Rudy’s off the menu. Rudy, keeper of grunge. Replacing band members. Rod’s a Little Monster. Rudy goes on a KoRn […]

Concerts in the Time of ‘Rona

We’re sharing songs by artists we’ve seen live post-pandemic. Featured Songs: “La La Love You” by Pixies “Peaceful Afternoon” by Rufus Wainwright “Jacket” by Carsie Blanton Also in this episode: Postponed shows. Concerts at SoFi. Traveling for concerts. Daughter’s first concert. Crying at concerts. Deefur’s musical influences. References: Seeflo on Instagram | “Nestle In My […]

Reminiscing and It Feels So Good

We’re talking songs that bring back memories. Also in this episode: We welcome back one of the OG’s. RIP Marciano Cantero. The many talents of Bad Bunny. Getting diddled. Catholic school retreats. Muse sucks now. References: Needle Drop’s Will of the People Review | Stephanie’s IG Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: Instagram