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The music podcast where every song has a story. Less debate. More connection. My Weekly Mixtape blends curated playlists, artist interviews, and the stories behind the songs that stay with us—bringing together music discovery, storytelling, and nostalgia. Hosted by radio veteran Brian Colburn, each episode explores why songs matter and how they shape our memories, identities, and lives. Through conversations with musicians, industry insiders, and passionate music fans, the show uncovers the stories behind the music we love. From rock and pop to punk, hip-hop, country, and indie, My Weekly Mixtape delivers track-by-track deep dives, artist insights, and thoughtfully curated listening experiences inspired by the era when mixtapes told our stories through the songs that defined us. Whether you're discovering new artists or revisiting the songs that shaped you, My Weekly Mixtape invites you to dive deeper into the music you love. New episodes every week.
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There are plenty of publications that rank the biggest-selling albums in music history … but now comes the hard part: can you actually guess them? This week, two friends of the show, Jay Swee t and DT Carel of Dopamine Sunrise , join me for a special My Weekly Mixtape challenge as they try to name the top 20 best-selling albums of all time . They’ll have to rely on their music knowledge , memory , and a little bit of luck as they attempt to avoid three strikes and keep their streak alive . The list features legendary artists like Michael Jackson , AC/DC , The Beatles , Pink Floyd , Fleetwood Mac , Eagles , and more — albums that didn’t just sell millions of copies , but became worldwide cultural moments . That said, it might not always be the album you immediately think of! How many of these best-selling albums would you be able to name? Grab a pen , play along , and see how you fare ! P.S. - This episode has a video component, so you can see the board and watch the answers unfold in real time. If it's not available on where you listening, you can view the video on the episode page: https://myweeklymixtape.com/?p=10246
“Weird Al” Yankovic has spent more than four decades doing something almost nobody else has ever managed to pull off: building a lasting career out of parody , satire , and an undeniable love of music itself . He's sold millions of albums , influenced generations of artists, survived every major shift in the music industry , and somehow remained as relevant today as he was in the MTV era . So why isn't he in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ? This week, I'm joined by returning guests Jay Sweet and Patreon Mixtaper Philip Bergman to once again make the case for one of music's most unique and enduring artists . Together, we look beyond the Hawaiian shirts and accordion to examine Weird Al's impact on popular culture , his remarkable longevity , his musicianship , and whether the Hall's traditional definition of "rock and roll" may be overlooking one of the most well-known entertainers of the modern era . Along the way, you'll also hear a clip from my conversation with Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz , longtime drummer for Weird Al, who shared his own thoughts on the Hall of Fame debate when he joined the show. Whether you're already convinced or remain skeptical , this episode asks a simple question: if influence , longevity , cultural impact , and musical achievement matter, what exactly is keeping Weird Al Yankovic out of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ? Let's discuss. 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
After 200+ episodes of My Weekly Mixtape , I’m doing something a little different. First and foremost: MWM is not ending ! In this special mini-episode, I’m introducing The Room We Wanted , the new podcast I’m launching with my friend Jay Sweet on October 4th . The new show explores who we were before we became who we are , using the things we loved growing up ( albums , movies , TV shows , toys , video games , books , food , and more ) as the starting point for deeper conversations about childhood, memories, obsessions, and the things that stay with us . I’ll also talk about what the new show means for My Weekly Mixtape , including the new every-other-Monday schedule and how MWM Patreon supporters will get The Room We Wanted as part of their existing support. And then I’ll give you a taste of the new show with the official trailer for The Room We Wanted . 10/4? I mean, 10/4 . 🚪 SUBSCRIBE TO THE ROOM WE WANTED 🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-room-we-wanted/id6808018673 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/29B3p5LJdCSxzFoxGyEgui?si=eb61c6c90c714d17 🔗 LinkTree (All Other Platforms): https://linktr.ee/theroomwewanted 🚪 LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ROOM WE WANTED 🎵 Browse the Catalog: https://theroomwewanted.com 💬 Join The Roommate Community: https://www.patreon.com/theroomwewanted 🌐 Connect on Social: https://theroomwewanted.com/social 📧 Contact Brian & Jay: https://theroomwewanted.com/contact
This week, I am talking with previous My Weekly Mixtape guests , friends of the show , and Patreon Mixtapers , hearing their thoughts on what they consider to be the perfect album , and why ! A perfect album doesn’t have to be your favorite album of all time — just one that gives you a true no-skips experience from the opening track to the closer . Guests appearing (in no particular order): Warren Haynes , Dryden Mitchell (Alien Ant Farm), Amanda Lyberg (Eva Under Fire), Jake Thistle , Chris Crabb (The Strike), Joey Arena (Outlier), DT Carel (Space Castle), author Steven Blush , and Patreon Mixtapers Tom Hutchinson & Philp Bergman. Includes albums by: AC/DC , Brian Dunne , Sam Fender , House of Pain , Linkin Park , Metallica , Pixies , Rage Against The Machine , Steely Dan , U2 and Weezer . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
This week, I am talking with previous My Weekly Mixtape guests , friends of the show , and Patreon Mixtapers , hearing their thoughts on what they consider to be the perfect album , and why ! A perfect album doesn’t have to be your favorite album of all time — just one that gives you a true no-skips experience from the opening track to the closer . Guests appearing (in no particular order): Kenny Wayne Shepherd , Bermuda Schwartz (The “Weird Al” Yankovic Band), Jaret Reddick (Bowling For Soup), Laurie Berkner , Megan Kane & Dylan Turner (Parker Barrow), Sonia Sturino (Weakened Friends), Eric Hirshberg , Terrie Carr (Carr Stereo), Mark Bradbourne (Songs That Don’t Suck) and Patreon Mixtaper Chad Lamasa . Includes albums by: The Black Crowes , Bully , The Cars , Elvis Costello , Olivia Dean , fun. , Guster , Pretenders , Paul Simon , Third Eye Blind , and Muddy Waters. 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
For some people, Smash Mouth begins and ends with a handful of massive hits. But the band's story goes much deeper than "All Star," "Walking On The Sun," or their immensely popular take on The Monkees’ "I'm A Believer." This week, founding bassist Paul De Lisle joins me to look back at the road that took Smash Mouth from the ska-punk energy of Fush Yu Mang to multi-platinum success , movie soundtracks , internet memes , and a place in pop culture that few bands ever achieve . We talk about the band's early days , getting signed to Interscope , the evolution of their sound , and why Smash Mouth always seemed to have a knack for turning cover songs into something entirely their own . We also dive into the unexpected afterlife of "All Star," from Hollywood blockbusters and Shrek to becoming one of the internet's most enduring musical touchstones . Along the way, Paul reflects on Steve Harwell's legacy , what it means to honor the past while continuing forward , and why now felt like the right time for Smash Mouth to return with their first album of original material in more than a decade, Mercury Comet . If you've ever wondered how a band navigates fame , reinvention , loss , and longevity while remaining unmistakably itself , this conversation is for you. 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
FUEL has always lived in that space between legacy and forward motion —where the songs become bigger than the moment they were written , and the story keeps evolving long after those charting moments . This week, Carl Bell joins me to reflect on that long arc of the band: from the early days of “Shimmer” and “Hemorrhage” finding their way into the fabric of rock radio , to what it means to still be performing those songs with audiences who never stopped singing them back . We get into how those tracks change over time —not just for listeners , but for the person who wrote them —and why some songs seem to refuse expiration dates . We also dig into the current chapter of FUEL . With new energy in the lineup and a renewed sense of purpose around their new album Pendulum , Carl talks through what it looks like to build something that honors the past without being trapped by it. That balance shows up everywhere here—from the writing of new material like “Want It,” to reworking the band’s classic track “Innocent” with a different perspective and voice at the center . There’s also a broader conversation about identity and endurance —what actually defines a band like FUEL after lineup changes , industry shifts , and everything in between . At its core, this is a conversation about staying in motion —about what it takes to keep creating , evolving , and showing up for the songs that never left . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
Think narrowing twenty-five years of dance music down to ten songs was difficult the first time? So did a lot of you! After our first dive into 10 of the biggest dance tracks of the last quarter century , the messages started rolling in. Some of your favorites were missing . Some songs sparked spirited debates . And more than a few people reminded us just how impossible it is to squeeze twenty-five years of dance-floor history into a single list of ten tracks . So we're back for Volume 2 . This week, Jay Sweet joins me once again to spotlight ten more songs that helped define the sound of parties , clubs , weddings , road trips , and playlists from the early 2000s through today . These aren't leftovers —they're ten more essential tracks that left a lasting mark on pop culture and kept people moving for years as well as decades . We'll revisit the artists , moments , and musical shifts that helped shape modern dance music while making the case for why these songs deserve a place in the conversation . Whether you agreed with our first list , disagreed with every pick , or just came ready for another excuse to turn the volume up , this episode proves there's no such thing as a definitive list when it comes to twenty-five years of dance music . Get ready for ten more songs , plenty of debate , and two guys who still couldn't dance if our lives depended on it ! 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
This week, I’m skanking my way through 10 ska punk cover songs for you to sink your checkerboard Vans into. From ska punk bands r einventing pop hits , to up-and-coming acts taking swings at ska and punk classics — it’s all stitched together by that unmistakable upstroke rhythm and pure “pick it up” energy . From basement-show singalongs to Warped Tour staples , ska bands have been flipping familiar songs on their heads for decades — and somehow making us love tracks we already knew even more. Sometimes the covers land with a tongue firmly planted in cheek . Sometimes they’re heartfelt love letters . And sometimes… they flat-out replace the original version in our brains. So stretch your calves and lace up tight — it’s time to skank through a full-tilt celebration of ska punk cover songs. The pit awaits! Thank you to mixtaper Joe for emailing in this weeks’ suggestion! Photo Credit: Jens Thekkeveettil 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
There’s a story behind the name Parker Barrow — and it’s not just a nod to Bonnie and Clyde . This week, Megan Kane and Dylan Turner join me to unpack how that outlaw-inspired identity connects to a very real journey — one built less on romance and more on survival. From living in an RV and scraping by , to finding clarity and momentum as a band, this is a conversation about what it actually takes to build something that lasts. We get into H old the Mash , a record that balances grit , humor , and some surprisingly heavy themes — and why that contrast matters . Megan and Dylan also open up about the pressure of modern validation culture , the push-and-pull of social media , and how songs like “Blinded” challenge the very system artists are expected to succeed in . Along the way, we talk about growth since Jukebox Gypsies , the band’s extended studio take on the Black Crowes’ “My Morning Song,” what’s changed on the road , and the moment things started to feel real — not just hopeful . If you’ve ever wondered what happens between the struggle and the spotlight — this is that story . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
This week, I’m digging into 10 songs that all run 10+ minutes — and somehow never feel like it . These are the tracks that keep unfolding , shifting , and pulling you forward just enough that the clock stops mattering . No meandering . No “this could’ve been trimmed” moments. Just long songs that know exactly what they’re doing . Spanning the rock spectrum — classic rock , metal , punk , prog , and alternative — this episode moves from slow-burn epics to full-on journeys that reward patience without testing it . Whether it’s a riff that refuses to wear out , a story that keeps adding new chapters , or a structure that constantly reinvents itself , these songs make a strong case that length isn’t a problem — it’s whether the music earns every minute . If you’ve ever looked down at a track timer and thought, wait, that song was how long? — this episode’s for you. Thank you to mixtaper Jenn for emailing in this weeks’ suggestion! 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
There are moments in life that feel too strange to be real — the kind you replay just to make sure they actually happened. This is one of those stories . On Saturday, June 17, 2000 , during Poison’s Power to the People tour at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ , I went from the crowd… to on stage with Poison . One minute I’m watching a rock concert. The next, I’ve got Bret Michaels’ microphone in my hand, singing KISS’ “Rock and Roll All Nite” in front of thousands of people . It wasn’t planned . It wasn’t staged . It wasn’t something I ever thought I’d experience at a Poison concert . Since this was before everyone had a camera in their pocket—I have no footage , no photos , and no proof in the modern sense of proof . Just an unused Rikki Rockett drumstick … and one witness who was there with me. In this episode, I’m telling the full story of what it was like to end up on stage with Poison , how it happened , and why moments like this don’t quite fit inside normal memory — especially when it comes to live rock concert stories . If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like when the line between fan and performer disappears at a rock show… this one’s for you . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
This week, we're revisiting my feature-length interview with Tom Keifer , legendary Cinderella frontman, as he reflects on the band's enduring legacy , his acclaimed solo career , and the challenges that nearly ended it . In this in-depth conversation, Tom shares the stories behind his critically acclaimed solo albums The Way Life Goes (2013) and Rise (2019), offering insight into his songwriting process , musical influences , and the transition from Cinderella frontman to solo artist . He also opens up about his long and difficult battle with vocal cord paralysis —a challenge that nearly ended his career —and the determinatio n it took to rebuild his voice and return to the stage . We also dive into the story behind the 2017 re-recording of Cinderella's iconic hit "Nobody's Fool," featuring Lzzy Hale of Halestorm , along with so much more from across the Cinderella catalog and Tom's ongoing musical journey . Honest , thoughtful , and full of great stories , this conversation is a deep dive into resilience , reinvention , and legacy —or, as Tom would say— one for rock and roll . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
There’s a moment every parent (or anyone who’s been around kids long enough ) recognizes — a song that gets played over and over again … and somehow doesn’t wear out its welcome . That space — where something clicks for kids and doesn’t lose the room for the adults — is harder to pull off than it sounds. And it’s exactly where Laurie Berkner has lived for decades . This week, she joins me to talk about her new album, Walking With The Penguins — her first full collection of original songs in five years — and what it actually takes to make music that connects with kids without ever talking down to them . We get into the push and pull behind songs that invite movement (especially when kids are being told to sit still), how interactivity becomes part of the songwriting itself, and why the best children’s music often works on a level that goes way beyond what people expect . But what really stuck with me is something you don’t always think about — her audience is constantly changing . Kids grow up , new ones come in , and the cycle just keeps going . We talk about what that feels like as an artist… and what it means to create songs that live in someone’s earliest memories , even if they age out of them later. It’s a conversation about craft , longevity , and a kind of musical impact that doesn’t always get talked about enough . Photo Credit: Jayme Thornton 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
Most people remember their first concert. I’ve talked about mine more than a few times — David Lee Roth and Poison on the 1988 Skyscraper tour. But the second one hits differently for a lot of people. For me, it was Aerosmith and Skid Row on the Pump tour in 1990 . I was 12 , standing there completely wide-eyed, when Skid Row tore into “Piece of Me” and something just clicked — that bass line . That moment revealed how much attitude and power could live in the low end , and it played a big role in me picking up a bass . This week, I’m joined by Rachel Bolan of Skid Row to talk about his debut solo record Gargoyle of the Garden State . We get into the DNA of the album — how it leans into his punk influences while still reflecting decades of defining Skid Row’s sound — and what punk really means when you strip it down to attitude over genre . We also talk about creative freedom after years in a band with a defined identity , and what it means to step outside that without losing your voice . The conversation also covers collaboration , as Gargoyles features appearances from Corey Taylor , Nuno Bettencourt , Danko Jones , Steve Conte , Damon Johnson as well as contributions from fellow Skid Row bandmates — and how outside voices can either elevate a track or shift its intent . And, as a longtime obsession of mine, we dig into cover songs , ranging from Skid Row’s “Psycho Therapy” to Bolan’s take on Oasis’ “Rock & Roll Star,” and the balance between honoring an origina l and making it your own . A conversation about influence , identity , and the long arc of music that started with a bass line in 1990 that still echoes today. Photo Credit: Anabel DFlux 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
Upbeat dance classics, pop anthems and heavier rock songs give you one feeling — but what happens when you slow them down , strip them back , and see what lies beneath the surface ? This week on My Weekly Mixtape, I explore why slow cover songs often hit harder than the originals, taking familiar pop , rock , and dance hits and reshaping them into something far more intimate . Across 10 mellow cover versions , I look at how tempo , space , and vocal delivery can completely transform the meaning of a song you thought you already knew. Does a feel-good pop anthem still work when it’s turned into a ballad ? Can slowing things down turn energy into vulnerability , or nostalgia into an emotional gut punch ? Whether it’s the power of hearing lyrics without a driving beat , revisiting songs from a different stage of life , or discovering new emotional weight in familiar words , this episode dives into how slowed-down covers create intimacy , expose hidden emotion , and in some cases become the definitive version . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
Can you narrow 25 years of dance classics into 10 songs? Nice try if you say it's easy! This week, Jay Sweet joins me to dive into the tracks that kept crowds moving from the early 2000s straight through today — ten songs that shaped twenty-five years of parties , playlists , wedding receptions , late-night drives , and every moment in between . We’re looking at the hooks , the beats , and the cultural waves that turned these songs into staples , exploring how dance music evolved over the last quarter century . Whether you’re chasing nostalgia or discovering these eras for the first time , this countdown is your guided tour through twenty-five years of pure energy . Get ready to hit the dance floor with two guys who couldn't dance if we tried! 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
Is there such a thing as a Rush deep cut ? To the diehards, absolutely not — but that shouldn’t stop us from trying! As the band gears up for their long-anticipated Fifty Something anniversary tour, I am throwing back to an episode where I was the guest , and joined Steve & Gerry on the Something For Nothing: A Rush Fancast . In this discussion, we set out to celebrate the overlooked corners of one of the most iconic catalogs in rock history , and wrack our brains to come up with five not-so-popular-but-definitely-should-be Rush songs each — tracks that may not dominate classic rock radio but reveal the band’s depth , ambition , and evolution . No hits . No concert staples. From early prog explorations to later-era experimentation , this episode dives into underrated Rush songs , forgotten fan favorites , and deep album cuts that showcase the brilliance of Geddy Lee , Alex Lifeson , and Neil Peart . Whether it’s intricate musicianship , storytelling , or emotional weight hiding beneath the surface , these songs remind us why Rush’s legacy continues to grow fifty years on . Whether you’re a lifelong Rush obsessive , gearing up to see them on this tour , or a newer listener curious about what lies beyond the hits , this episode is a love letter to Rush deep cuts — the riffs , the risks , and the moments that still reward close listening decades later. 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
Few artists soundtrack the open road quite like Tom Petty. From radio-dominant anthems to overlooked gems hiding deeper in the catalog, his songs feel engineered for long stretches of highway , glowing dashboards , and miles that slip by unnoticed . This 10-song Tom Petty road trip playlist brings together the familiar hits you instinctively reach for and the lesser-known tracks that hit just as hard. It’s the natural extension of the idea I first teased in my “Moonlit Miles: 10 After-Hours Songs to Fuel That Solo Late-Night Drive” episode — trading isolation for motion , and reflection for momentum . Whether you’re driving solo after dark , chasing daylight across state lines , or just craving music that understands the pull of freedom and restlessness , this mix is built for the journey . Press play, settle in, and let Mr. Petty handle the miles . 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
Thirty years after Ledbetter Heights first introduced Kenny Wayne Shepherd to the world, we circle back — not just to revisit the songs , but to understand what happens when you’ve lived with them for decades . From the raw instinct of a 17-year-old finding his voice to the perspective that only time , touring , and life can bring, this conversation digs into how those early recordings hold up — and where they’ve evolved. We get into the musicians behind the music — both then and now — and the subtle ways one can reshape something familiar without breaking what made it connect in the first place. There’s a closer look at how certain songs have grown onstage , why some moments are better left live , and what it means to revisit that youthful energy all these years later. And for anyone who found their way in through “Deja Voodoo,” “Born With A Broken Heart” or “Why We Cry,” or has spent years with the entire album in rotation , this discussion is about more than just a milestone — it’s about how music lives within us , and why some records never really leave us . Photo Credit: Jim Arbogast 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog: https://myweeklymixtape.com 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon): https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape 🌐 Connect on Social: https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media 📧 Email the Show / Contact: https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact 👕 Shop MWM Gear: https://myweeklymixtape-shop.fourthwall.com/
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