Songs that you probably missed the first time around. One hit wonders and songs that never made the radio or charts, but are nevertheless great tunes.
Latest episodes
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17 min
The Beatles - Dear Prudence
Our first of four Tunes: Uncovered episodes spotlighting the Beatles. Dear Prudence, released in 1968 on the White album isn't in heavy rotation on most radio stations but an inter…
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13 min
Sam & Ruby - This I Know
Two unlikely artists came together to release music that stands the test of time, and won some impressive awards. Sam Brooker and Ruby Amanfu were based in Nashville but their musi…
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12 min
38 Special - Teacher Teacher
38 Special was the quintessential southern rock band with pedigree to match. Originally fronted by Donnie Van Zant (Ronnie's brother) they hit the scene in the late 70's but it was…
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18 min
Young Gun Silver Fox - Stevie & Sly
If you like what has recently been referred to as "yacht rock", you are going to love this song and artist. Young Gun Silver Fox is comprised of Andy Platts (Young Gun) and Shaun L…
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20 min
Beach Boys - In My Room
Starting with the early 60's the Beach Boys ruled the airwaves with their surfer-themed catchy songs. This quiet but powerful song was short but memorable. It meant something to bo…
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17 min
10cc - Dreadlock Holiday
What do you get when you cross a British band with reggae? 10cc's Dreadlock Holiday. A truly Jamaican inspired tune from the same band that brought you I'm Not In Love and The Thin…
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15 min
Moving Pictures - What About Me!
This song qualifies as the longest time between listens for us both. Moving Picture's "What About Me" was released in the early 80's and had decent airplay on FM and AOR rock stati…
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16 min
Matthew Sweet - Girlfriend
When does "good friend" turn into Girlfriend? When your bandmates says you should change the name of the song you just wrote. Matthew Sweet's 1991 album of the same name made it to…
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16 min
Y & T - Summertime Girls
We won't say you have to have a convertible to listen to this episode's song, but it certainly wouldn't hurt. Y&T hit it out of the park with their 1985 release Summertime Girls. O…
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17 min
Paul McCartney & Wings - Venus and Mars
Mr. McCartney has written well over 1,000 songs and the Venus and Mars album has a few of our favorite ones. We've covered Medicine Jar before which definitely fits into the uncove…
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11 min
Trevor Rabin - Rio
You may not know the name but you definitely know his work. Whether it's the soundtracks of the National Treasures movies, his hits with Yes, or his solo work, Trevor Rabin is all…
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18 min
Donald Fagen - The Nightfly
One half of the famous duo that is Steely Dan, Donald Fagen is a songwriting powerhouse. Releasing some of the most ambitious music peppered with jazz, rock, R&B, and classic rock…
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13 min
FM - Heroes and Villians
FM is a long standing UK band with over 25 albums and a history of solid musicianship. Formed in 1984 these guys have consistently released quality music across the pond. As we'll…
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15 min
Alice Merton - No Roots
If you're looking for a global hit, this show is for you. Alice Merton's No Roots didn't get much terrestrial radio play here in the states but was a big hit overseas. It was also…
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12 min
Schon/Hammer - No More Lies
In the early 80's these two guys were hitting on all cylinders. Neal Schon's band Journey had just released Escape in July of 1981 and Jan Hammer was playing with the likes of Joni…
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17 min
Nick Jonas - Find You
You've heard Mr. Jonas on your radio stations (are those still a thing?) and have probably seen him and his brothers on TV. His 2017 release Find You was a single with no correspon…
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13 min
RTZ – Face The Music
RTZ (Return to Zero) was one of those bands that had it all. Top notch vocals, catchy choruses, excellent musicianship, and well written songs. Not bad for a side project for Bosto…
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16 min
2024 Year End Retrospective
We think 2024 was a great year to relive old memories and discover new songs. Carey and I have enjoyed bringing our listeners music from both new artists and long standing entertai…
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12 min
Giant - I'm A Believer
Rarely will you get such musicianship coupled with strong lyrics, great production, and great live performances like you will with this episode's band, Giant. Formed by Dann and Da…
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16 min
Billy Joel - Zanzibar
Billy Joel's 52nd Street, released in 1978, was chock full of great songs. This episode's uncovered tune is Zanzibar and it's a great one. Not necessarily a song that sounds like h…