This week, 1982 is our Featured Year! Frank & I had important milestones happen that year, and there was some great music of course! Our "Best Intro" category will have Deep Purple from Tim and an excellent one from Chicago. Next week, we'll conclude our Featured Year category and start looking at bands from around the country in our "Best States" …

In this episode, we talk to keyboard player and arranger, Eric Baumgartner, of Hatfield and the Health, a Canterbury scene tribute group based in the UK and the US. We discuss his musical background, the band and its origins, how he gets those distinctive Canterbury-esque sounds, and much more. Hatfield and the Health Playlist on YouTube: https://w…

1981 is in the spotlight this week! Frank and I recount some of the major news stories from that year, including assassination attempts that took place all over the world; a terrific 1-Hit Wonder courtesy of jazz artist Norman Connors and sung by Michael Henderson from 1976...and our Best Intros have Frankie with one from 1970; Tim's from 1980. Enj…

This week, Frankie and I discuss the year 1980. Disco had finally ended, but what kind of Rock 'n Roll remained?...Also, our new category "Best Intros" gives us one by Zeppelin--the other by Steely Dan. And, Frankie has a great idea for the new topic "Hey! I thought someone else did this one!"...by the Canadian group Red Rider. Enjoy!…

We're kicking off Season 11 this week with a look back to the end of the "Disco Years"--1979! But there was still a lot of great rock 'n roll as we rounded out the '70s (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Pat Benatar, Bruce Springsteen, Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd, The Cars to name a few!)...we'll also be kicking off some brand-new topics this season, in…

We hope you enjoy our look back at Season 10; which included our interview with local musician George Sipl, and our Featured Years from 1967-78. Season 11 kicks off next week with our Featured Year 1979.Von Frank Aust

We round out Season 10 with a look back to the year 1978! Frank and I have some great music to play, as well as some of our favorite topics including "Did The Grammys Get It Right," and "Frankie Makes the Grade." Next week, we'll have our Highlight reel of Season 10--brand new episodes resume in a couple of weeks with Season 11.…

1977 will be our Featured Year as we move through the 70s into the early 80s. Frank and I discuss one of the best years of rock, including the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Peter Frampton and even Andy Gibb! One more episode to go in Season 10--next week the year 1978. Enjoy!Von Frank Aust

In this episode of Underdubs, we talk about our favorite progressive rock live albums – and our not-so-favorite live albums! Episode 3 Playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXimKUwGXTrk77MmjSMvU4eFAb0BzPEaK Episode 3 Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5iwsp13DlClU9zw1nxZIep?si=1a6d1bdc6b18422c Be sure to li…

This week, our Featured Year is 1976, as we make our way through the 70s and into the early 80s. Tim will have a lot to say about prolific songwriter Otis Blackwell, who penned big hits for Elvis like "Don't Be Cruel," "Return to Sender," and "All Shook Up." Otis wrote over 1,000 songs! We'll have a terrific "Cover vs. Cover" segment as well; one f…

1975 is our Featured Year this week as Frank and I look at the music, news events, sports and entertainment from that year. Also, we'll have a couple of terrific "Download Discoveries," a "1 Hit Wonder" from a British group named Christie, and much more.Enjoy!Von Frank Aust

In this episode of Underdubs, we ask the age-old question “What is prog?” and “Why do we like it so much?” Finally, we introduce the Keyboard Corner where we will discuss the various keyboard instruments featured on most prog rock albums. This week we talk about the Fender Rhodes electric piano. Episode 2 Playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.co…

Season 10 resumes this week as Frankie and I take a look back to 1974! The music, the top news events, sports and more...I'll also run down the list of the new inductees for the Rock Hall Class of '24; some surprises for sure and some long-overdue. Enjoy!Von Frank Aust

Rounding out our "Classic Conversations" is one of our most-downloaded and favorite episodes--Mark Farner, founding member of Grand Funk Railroad! And next week, Frank and I return will all-new episodes of "70s Rock Conversations," as we continue with our look at the decade of the 70s--this week it's 1974. Thanks for sticking with us this winter an…

Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band is the topic of this week's "Classic Conversations!" Frank and I will be back with all-new episodes of Season 10 in a couple of weeks. We hope you've been enjoying our trip down memory lane all winter long and now into the spring!Von Frank Aust

On this first episode of Underdubs, we introduce ourselves and talk about why we're doing this show and what we plan on talking about. We also talk about our band Volaré. We cover our beginnings, our history, and our musical influences. We give a brief description of "Garage Fusion," and we discuss the Canterbury progressive rock scene and its infl…

Chicago is our Featured Artist in this week's Classic Conversations! This Hall of Fame group from the Windy City was our very first Featured Artist. Keep in mind, all-new episodes of '70s Rock Conversations return on May 6th with 1975 in the spotlight.Von Frank Aust

Welcome to Underdubs, a podcast about 70's progressive rock – and more! This podcast is a conversational music variety show with a focus on the classic progressive rock artists of the 1970’s and how their music has shaped culture, technology, and the music of today. We'll cover the classic prog bands like Yes and Genesis, but other forms like the C…

Elton John is in the spotlight this week as our Featured Artist! Coming off of his final worldwide tour, Elton has been our Featured Artist a couple of times. Keep in mind, Frank & I return with brand new episodes as we continue on with Season 10 starting May 6th.Von Frank Aust

This week, Billy Joel is our Featured Artist as we continue with our Classic Conversations this spring! Next month, Frank and I return with all-new episodes in Season 10.Von Frank Aust

Fleetwood Mac is our Featured Artist this week, as Frank and I close out the month of March in our Classic Conversations! Next week, we open April with Billy Joel; and new episodes pick up in early May. Enjoy!Von Frank Aust

This week, "The Boss" Bruce Springsteen is our Featured Artist in our wintertime Classic Conversations! Next week, Fleetwood Mac is front-and-center as March concludes. Enjoy!Von Frank Aust

This week, David Bowie is our Featured Artist as our Classic Conversations continue in March! Keep in mind, Season 10 picks up with the year 1975 when new episodes return in early May.Von Frank Aust

This week, we stay with Motown artists as Frank and I discuss the legendary Stevie Wonder! Next week, "Classic Conversations" continue with David Bowie as our Featured Artist!Von Frank Aust

This week, our "Classic Conversations" continue with the cool-sounding voice of Marvin Gaye! Keep in mind, Frank and I will be back with brand new episodes in early May. Enjoy!Von Frank Aust

This week, Alan Hewitt of the Moody Blues joins Frank and I in our "Classic Conversations"! Alan's career spans several decades as a solo artist, keyboardist and musical director when the Moody Blues are on the road--and of course, his work contributing to the big Top 10 hit by the '80s rock band Warrant. Enjoy!…

This week, Frank and I begin our "Classic Conversations" with a show we brought to you last July in our "All-American" show! The Eagles will be the Featured Artist this week, as we begin our "Classic" shows extending throughout this winter. Enjoy!Von Frank Aust

We close out the month of January this week, as Frank and I roll down memory lane featuring the year 1973! Great music for sure!! Also, 2 terrific "Download Discoveries" including one by Seals & Crofts...and in our "Favorite Cuts" segment, Frank & I each have one from the Beatles; one from "Revolver" and the other from "Sgt. Pepper's." Thanks for y…

This week's episode looks at 1972: the news, the sports, the music! Frankie has a great "Cover vs. Cover;" a #3 original vs. the cover which hit #1 two decades later. Tim's "Download Discovery" comes from former lead singer of Boston--the late Brad Delp. And, we each make a case for deserving rock artists in our "2 Should Get In" topic. Enjoy!…

Episode 7 of Season 10 features a look back at the year 1971; the top news stories, cost of things, the music (Frankie's #1 Year!) and more! Tim has a cool 1 Hit Wonder from the "Quiet Storm" days of the late '80s with a group named Force MD's. And, Frankie gives his take on the song "Grazin' in the Grass," in a rarity: the instrumental vs. vocal v…

We hope you enjoyed our last 2 special episodes! Last week was a fun conversation with our guest George Sipl, and the week before was our "BIG Christmas Show" airing during Christmas week. This week, it's back to our new shows as we look back to the year 1970. The top news stories, big movies & TV shows, and the music! Also, Frankie has a terrific …

Happy New Year! We have a special guest to begin 2024--our friend George Sipl. He has a new book about his amazing career, "Understated: My Life in Rock 'n Roll." This week, George joins us to talk about his new book, and gives us insight into working with Eric Carmen in the 70s, and his work on the "Dirty Dancing" soundtrack; plus his 30+ career a…

It's our BIG Christmas Show this week!! Frank and I hope you're enjoying your Christmas Day and Holiday Season--this week, we're bringing you a show completely dedicated to Christmas--the music, topics like our favorite gifts, artificial tree vs. live, and many more, all with the Holidays in mind! Next week, George Sipl will be our special guest as…

This week, Frankie and I complete our rundown of our Top 10 Christmas songs, revealing #'s 5-#1. Also, a terrific Cover vs. Cover is on its way with a face-off between the Beatles and Kenny Rankin (That's right!)...Are you familiar with the duo "Everything But The Girl," the group from the '90s? Tim will have a mini-tribute to them! And, 1969 is in…

This episode will feature the tumultuous year of 1968--the music, the news, sports and more in the spotlight this week...Frank and I begin to share our Top 10 Christmas Songs (from #10-#6 this week); and there will be some new ones this season. Plus, we also will have a little tribute to the late Denny Laine of Wings. Enjoy!…

Season 10 is underway!! Frank and I are excited about bringing another great bunch of episodes to you, with brand-new features like "Favorite Cut from our Favorite Albums," "Download...with a Twist!" and some more soon-to-come. Plus, starting in Season 10, we'll start focusing on each year from '67 to '83 in our new "Featured Year" segment. Enjoy t…

It's our BIG 3rd Anniversary Show!! Frank & I have been very happy to bring our podcast to you over the past 3 years (already!), and this week is a very special episode recapping some of our favorite bits from the past 9 seasons. And keep in mind, next week begins Season 10, as we take a look at "Featured Years" (from '67-'83) for the next episodes…

We wrap up Season 9 this week, with our first look (Finally!) at Pink Floyd! Find out what surprised Frankie about this all-time supergroup, and what his favorite Pink Floyd song is...also this week, Frankie dives into the latest music by the Rolling Stones as well as The Beatles--you'll hear which one he likes better! Keep in mind, next week premi…

At Last!! Rush is our Featured Artist! And not to be outdone, Pink Floyd is up next week to conclude Season 9! Find out why Rush was so particular about their live shows, and which of the 3 members wrote most of the lyrics. Also this week, Frankie looks at the musical career of Tony Levin--who's still touring these days. Our "1 Hit Wonder" is from …

This week, Frank & I will take another look at Billy Joel! Although this brilliant entertainer hasn't written or recorded any new hit music since the early 90s, he continues to thrill audiences everywhere with his tremendous concerts--appearing with Stevie Nicks in Columbus and across the country this past summer. Also this week, Frankie will revea…

This week, Frankie and I take another look at Genesis! From their progressive rock beginnings, to the more classic rock middle, then straight-ahead Top 40 rock, the Rock Hall of Famers were everywhere in the 70s 80s and into the 90s. Also, will Frankie get it right this time in our "Did the Grammys Get it Right" segment? Find out this week!!…

We're heading back to Motown for this episode! Our first look at perhaps the top female pop group all-time: Diana Ross & The Supremes!! Find out which record they held in the '60s for #1's--right behind Elvis and the Beatles. Tim's "Little Known Recording Artist...BIG contribution" is a saxophonist who did a ton of work with Paul McCartney & Wings …

This week, Season 9 continues as Frankie and I discuss the 6 "Soon-to-be Hits" making their debut on the Hot 100 Chart; 3 of these would hit #1...also, Frank as a great "Guilty Pleasure" from Eddy Grant (1983); Tim's is a #1 from Wham! just a year later! We'll take a new look at Crosby, Stills Nash & (Young) as this week's Featured Artist. And keep…

Smokey Robinson & The Miracles are this week's Featured Artist! Frank & I are excited to bring this one to you--Smokey got together with members of the Miracles back in 1958, and stayed with the group until 1972. Also this week, Frank has a terrific "Guilty Pleasure" as do I from the mid-60's. Keep in mind, our "BIG 3rd Anniversary Show" is just a …

This week, one of the (if not THE best) female voice is our Featured Artist--a new look at Linda Ronstadt! We'll also have a couple of cool tunes by The Sweet in our "Guilty Pleasures" category! Tim's was a staple of the middle school dances back in the day...also, it's David Bowie vs. Nirvana in the "Cover vs. Cover" this week. Enjoy!…

This week, Frank and I take a fresh look at one of the best of the late 70s'/early to mid 80s--Fleetwood Mac! We'll also let you know what Christine McVie's real name was...clue: it was a "perfect" name! Also, we'll have a terrific "1 Hit Wonder" from early in 1966 as we begin to expand our search of those great hits of the past. In our continuing …

Neil Diamond is our Featured Artist (for the first time!)...also, we're excited to bring you a couple of great "Guilty Pleasures," including one from the Summer of '72 and the Carpenters; one of the early power ballads. There are 6 "Soon-to-be Hits" debuting this week in 1974, including "Back Home Again" by John Denver, which would hit its peak lat…

Heart is our Featured Artist in Episode 4 of Season 9! Frank & I take a new look at Ann & Nancy's band which dates back to the early '70s...also, a couple of great "Guilty Pleasures" this week, including one from ABBA and the Monkees!!And, as we make our way through this season, get ready--we'll be debuting some new exciting segments as head toward…

On this Labor Day, Frankie and I take a fresh look at one of our favorite artists--Jackson Browne! Also, our "1 Hit Wonder" this week comes from 1969 with a song by the Youngbloods; a great "Guilty Pleasure" is on the way as well, also from '69...and Frankie continues his countdown of the Best years in Rock; this week #11. Enjoy!!…

JT (James Taylor) is our Featured Artist for our 2nd episode of Season 9! Frankie gives us a great "Guilty Pleasure," which is actually a #1 Disco hit from 1974; Tim's is one of the early "Power Ballads" from the Mindbenders. This week, we debut a brand-new topic--"Little Known Recording Artist...BIG contribution". These can be top session musician…