Sound to Savor

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Corvelia Zinfandel, as I talk about the life of famed music executive Clive Davis. I talk about his careers with Columbia Records and Arista, and his work with artists as diverse as Whitney Houston, Barry Manilow, Aerosmith, Chicago, Patti Smith, Earth, Wind, & Fire, Kenny G, and Alicia Keys. Also, I talk about some of the controversies over his long storied career, and some of the tributes paid to him after his passing this last week. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailPull up a beer (mine's a Modelo), as I revisit Fiona Apple's 1996 debut album, "Tidal." Also, I talk about the record store show from Whitney Tai and Mike Green in Napa. And, music from Vince Staples, Olivia Rodrigo, and Billie Marten, along with Day of Music this coming Sunday. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for Part 2 of my conversation about music for my high school reunion. While the last episode focused on popular singles, this episode focuses on popular albums and movie soundtracks, along with some landmark events between 1992-1996. I talk Nirvana, Tupac, and Selena, so pour yourself a drink and enjoy!

Send us Fan MailI needed a big pot of coffee for this one, on the eve of my 30th year high school reunion. In this first part, I go over the Billboard charts of our high school years (1992-1996), focusing on the biggest pop singles during the era. From Whitney Houston to Boyz II Men to Mariah Carey, the tops singles charts looked a lot different than you may remember. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me as I go over the three days that made up the Bottlerock music festival in Napa. I'll walk you through my schedule, the highlights, and a few other observations. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for an OliPop drink (Peaches & Cream), as I go over the lineups for ACL, Ohana, and All Things Go Festivals. Plus...I talk about the Bottlerock Williams Sonoma Culinary Stage, as well as wine, beer, and food offerings. Cheers! 

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a white wine sangria, as I talk all things Bottlerock in Napa Valley. I talk about the general vibe, what to bring, the layout of the festival, and the lineup (headlined by Lorde, Foo Fighters, and Backstreet Boys). Cheers!

Send us Fan MailI poured myself a vodka blood orange soda, and cruise down memory lane for my birthday. Along the way, I talk about the importance of Boyz II Men on my 13-year old self. I focus on their debut album "Cooleyhighharmony," and the big hits that followed. Also, I go over a few things I've learned in my 30 years of life on this earth. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I sip some bourbon neat, while talking about the xx on the heels of their Coachella set. I focus on their debut album, along with Jamie xx's "In Colour" in the Vintage Pour. Also, I talk more Nine Inch Noize, Coachella Weekend 2, Record Store Day, and Form Fest. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailI'm on fumes, but I'm here to give you a play by play of my three days at the festival. Pour an 805 beer (my drink of choice), while I go through the music highlights of each day, my thoughts on Bieber (and why I didn't see him), and my thoughts on much of the negative press the fest gets. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for part 2 of the Coachella episode. I give some tips on enjoying the festival, review the stages, and point out some of the artists to check out on the lineup. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a mango orange sparkling water, as I get into one of the biggest music events of the year. In this first part, I talk about going to Coachella since 2019, what my routine looks like, and some important things you should bring to the desert. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Motor Skills hazy IPA, as I get into some new music coming this spring. Also, the Just Like Heaven lineup, new music from Brigitte Calls Me Baby, and why the Goo Goo Dolls' "Iris" has caught our attention in 2026. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailIt's warming up, and I decided an Emmolo 2024 Sauvignon Blanc would be perfect for this episode. I talk about Woodstock legend Country Joe McDonald, his seminal album with his band The Fish, and how he met my dad. Also, I talk about Tidal, the music streaming service, the recent Justice Dept. deal involving Live Nation, and a bunch of other music news. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailI'm having a Boulevardier, as I feature Johnny Cash's "At San Quentin" in the Vintage Pour. Plus, I talk about new music from Harry Styles, Ela Minus, Katherine Priddy, Sturgell Simpson and Tycho. Also I review the new documentary about Paul McCartney, "Man on The Run." And, a great compilation album from War Child for a great cause. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this edition, where I remedy my voice with a hot toddy, and preview music festival lineups in the Tasting Room. Also, I talk about Iron & Wine, Gorillaz, Mitski, Neil Sedaka, and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Napa Estates Cabernet Sauvignon, as I talk about Aretha Franklin's "Young, Gifted and Black," her legendary 1972 album. Also, new music from Lana Del Rey, Charli xcx, Foo Fighters, Baby Keem, and Glixen. And a tribute to hit songwriter Billy Steinberg, and more! Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Marianito drink, as I talk about the greatness that is Miles Davis'  "Sketches of Spain" in the Vintage Pour. Also, I talk about new music in the Tasting Room from Any Young Mechanic, Ulrika Spacek, Katherine Priddy, and more. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailGrab a Smog City Ice Blink Hazy IPA, as I recount the Super Bowl half time show with Bad Bunny performing. Also, I talk about the Spinal Tap sequel, the Grammy Awards, and Marvin Gaye's "I Want You" in the Vintage Pour. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailI'm having a glass of Old Vine Zinfandel, and talking TV themes today. Also, remembering Sly Dunbar in the Tasting Room, and the "Romeo and Juliet" soundtrack in the Vintage Pour. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailWhy are people obsessed with what they were doing ten years ago? Hey, any excuse for me to talk about live music is fine by me. I talk about what my 2016 was like in live music, seeing acts like Radiohead, Stevie Wonder, and Margo Price. Also, I talk about a couple festivals, new music, and "Have You Seen Me Lately," the documentary about the Counting Crows. Pull up a Snowshoe Grog cocktail, and enjoy!

Send us Fan MailWelcome back for the third season of Sound To Savor. I talk about the last couple months, in particular with my dad passing away last month. I also preview the year, highlighting some festivals, and some topics I'm covering this year. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, and join me!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for the last episode of 2025, as I enjoy a maple old fashioned. I talk Questlove's new podcast, along with new music from gwendolyn, De La Soul, and Daphni. Also, a deluxe album from the xx, and the rerelease of The Beatles' "Anthology." Lastly, I look at 2026 - upcoming music events, having guests back on here, and a new season of new music and artists. Cheers, one last time this year!

Send us Fan MailHelp me finish reviewing 2025, as I get personal and talk about how this year presented some heavy challenges. Armed with a hot chocolate for the chilly weather, I recount the latter episodes of this year. Lastly, I talk about the various beverages shared throughout the year, in case you need some suggestions. Cheers! And happy Thanksgiving!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Godmother drink (amaretto + vodka), as I recount some music I've recommended in 2025. Also, I review the shows and festivals I've attended. Cheers! 

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a French Connection, a brandy based drink, as I give you a breakdown of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony that occurred this last weekend. Also, new music from De La Soul, Khruangbin, and Sweet Nobody. And what's happened with commercial hip hop? And I've finally gotten around to that Dylan flick, "A Complete Unknown." Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Bogle old vine zinfandel, as I take us back to 1999, and Rage Against The Machine's album "The Battle of Los Angeles." Also, I talk about Florence and the Machine's new album, upcoming shows and festivals, and wish Scott Weiland a happy birthday. Also, Hotel Cafe is moving to a different location. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Trader Joe's margarita in a can, as I talk Halloween on this unusually warm day. I go over new music in the Tasting Room, talk Halloween songs, and review the history of the song "Goo Goo Muck." Plus, the ingredients for a Black Sabbath drink. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Rocktoberfest beer, as I pay tribute to D'Angelo. Also, the new Tame Impala album, Ace Frehley, John Lodge, and Treefort Fest. And, I talk about D'Angelo's last album, "Black Messiah," in the Vintage Pour. 

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a glass of Malbec, as I talk about new music from Not For Radio, Jay Som, Malibu, and Gorillaz. Also, Rolling Stone has a new list to make you angry! And for the Vintage Pour, I talk about Van Morrison's "Moondance," 'neath the cover of October skies. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a $5 bottle of Tempranillo, from Trader Joes. I talk Primavera Sound and Stagecoach music festivals, and new music from Geese, Amanda Shires, and Anie Delgado. Also, a recommendation on an album of old school Spanish guitar music. And in the Vintage Pour...I talk J Dilla, and his final masterpiece, the album "Donuts." Cheers!

Send us Fan MailThis episode is dedicated to Kathryn Albert, one of the biggest Dave Matthews fans I've ever known. Join me as I enjoy a "Dave Matthews" drink, with rum and amaretto,  and talk about why this band was the most important thing to me in my 20's. I'll talk about their music, live shows, and their surprising chart success. 

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Smogtoberfest beer from Smog City. In the Tasting Room, I talk new music from Sweet Nobody, Massive Attack leaving Spotify, and the artists Mirrorball and Stroik. Also, I discuss the new documentary "Lilith Fair - Building A Mystery," which tells the story of the famous 90's festival headlined exclusively by women. And finally, I'll give you some initial thoughts on the newly released Coachella lineup. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailHey hey! Join me, as I keep drinking that wine from last week, and talk about my guesses for next year's Coachella lineup. There are rumors that it will be out soon, so I had to hurry with my guesses. Also, new music from Amanda Shires, Dijon, and Whitney Tai. Plus, the Spinal Tap sequel is out, and a brief tribute to Monkee's hit writer, Bobby Hart. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Babich Sauvignon Blanc, as I cool off to talk music. I talk about Gorillaz' new album, Tame Impala's tour, and new music from Margo Price. Plus, I talk about music released on 9/11, the infamous list of 'banned' music, songs about 9/11, and the Concert for New York. And join me for the Vintage Pour, where I highlight the legendary Motown songwriters Holland-Dozier-Holland. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailIt's early, so grab a cup of coffee with me, as I reminisce about Tame Impala's psychedelic electro pop gem, "Currents." I talk about indie music in 2015, Kevin Parker's first couple albums, and why this was a big leap for him. Also, I talk about Sabrina Carpenter, Radiohead touring in Europe later this year, ACL's lineup changes, and some early Coachella speculation. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailI'm cooling off with a sparkling berry lemonade vodka, and talking about Frank Ocean's "Channel Orange" in the Vintage Pour. Also, I touch on Will Smith's alleged use of AI in promo videos, and I summarize my weekend here in Long Beach at the Happy Sundays music festival. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me as I have a Belching Beaver Deftones Phantom Bride IPA, and talk about the lineup of Long Beach's very own Happy Sundays music festival. I talk about the artists, their genres, and help you build a schedule for the two day event. Also, I talk about my brief experience at Echo Park Rising last week, the controversy surrounding Michael Franti, and my review of the Yacht Rock documentary on HBO Max. This is a good one - make sure you have a tall can!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a cup of coffee (this is an early morning recording), as I review my VIP experience at Outside Lands on Sunday. I talk about Big Freedia, Luna Li, Finneas, BigXThaPlug, Rebecca Black, and CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso, among others. Then, I talk about the upcoming (free) Echo Park Rising festival in LA. I focus on the artists playing at the Echo/Echoplex, including Tijuana Panthers, La Doña, zzzahara, Host Family, Valley Boy, and Jordan Patterson. This is a great episode if you're looking to learn about upcoming artists. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a glass of wine, as I talk Tame Impala, King Gizzard, Spinal Tap 2, and other music news in the Tasting Room. Then get yourself a bottle of red, a bottle of white, as I talk about the new documentary on HBO about Billy Joel, his album "The Stranger" in the Vintage Pour, and why Gen Z digs his song "Vienna." Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin me for a Joel Gott sauvignon blanc, as I talk about the rest of the Outside Lands lineup. I give you a quick taste of each artist, and then talk about the stages, other Outside Lands experiences, and give you some final tips if you're a first timer. And if you're not going, think of this as a crash course in new artists. (The episode is broken up, with artists featured in the first part, and the other experiences featured in the latter.) Cheers!

Send us Fan MailIt's almost August, and that means it's almost time for San Francisco's Outside Lands. I'm scheduled to go for my tenth OSL. Join me for Part 1, as I start discussing the different acts on the lineup across all genres. Also, I talk about Connie Francis, Ozzy Osbourne, Tame Impala, and more. It's a festival so good, I had to talk about it over two episodes! Cheers!

Send us Fan MailGrab a beer (I've got my Dragon's Milk stout), and let's go through the 25 episodes I've released this year. I talk about my goals for the season, how it panned out, and what I'm looking forward to. If you missed an episode, this will serve as a great review for you! Also, new music from Wet Leg, Clipse, Alicia Blue, and GIVEON. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailIt'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 covered, and what Black Sabbath sounded like when the four original members took the stage. Also, I go over Black Sabbath's legendary "Paranoid" album in the Vintage Pour. Plus, I talk about the AI project known as Velvet Sundown, and Oasis' first show since 2009. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin 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 her music. Also, I talk about Glastonbury Festival, Lorde, Lala Schifrin, Blood Orange, and other music news in the Tasting Room. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailDid 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 about Aphex Twin (the real vs fiction), this legendary electronic album, and his influence on other artists. I also talk about a recent show from Ozomatli, and review my experience at Fullerton's Day of Music event on June 21. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailGrab 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'll also talk about why I love those earlier songs more than I love "Pet Sounds" (blasphemy!). Also, I highlight some local free events this weekend. Lastly, the Vintage Pour focus on a lesser known Fleetwood Mac album from 1972, on the heels of the track "Sunny Side of Heaven" gaining traction on social media. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailJoin 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 Turnstile, Molly Moore, and David Byrne. This is the perfect episode to cruise to. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailPour 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. Lastly, I do a Vintage Pour, highlighting the five Billie Eilish shows I've attended. We start with her appearance at the relatively small Echo in 2017, to her headlining appearance at Coachella in 2022. Cheers!

Send us Fan MailRecover 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 bookend for this long weekend. Cheers!