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The Well Of Sound

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"We read the liner notes so you don't have to." Lex and Dave conquer the history of rock, pop, and soul -- one podcast episode at a time.

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Episodes

Swamp Dogg

He's been cheated on, lied to, swindled, beat down, and stood up, but none of it gets Swamp Dogg down. Lex and Dave discuss Swamp's uncompromising album covers, his earnest and hilarious lyrics, and his alter ego: Little Jerry Williams. Put on a pair of shorts, make a homemade hat, and get ready to meet soul's weirdest weirdo. Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the greatest and underappreciated acts in rock, pop, country, and soul. Upcoming episodes include Paul McCartney, Th...

Dec 12, 20181 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Lindsey Buckingham & Fleetwood Mac

Is there a better rock soap opera than the story of Fleetwood Mac? Lex and Dave explore the saga by way of musical mastermind Lindsey Buckingham's career. And like his hair, things get weird (especially in the '80s). So, let's hit the Holiday Road! Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the greatest and underappreciated acts in rock, pop, country, and soul. Upcoming episodes include Swamp Dogg, Paul McCartney, Thin Lizzy, and more... Follow us on Twitter at @thewellofsound Listen...

Nov 21, 20181 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 8

KISS (Original Line-up)

Get ready to rock with the hottest band in the land... KISS! Dave and Lex puzzle over Gene Simmons' charisma, Paul Stanley's voice, Peter Criss' drumming, and Ace Frehley's need for love. There's a reason KISS has endured for over 45 years... but what the hell is it? Let's get into it... Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the greatest and underappreciated acts in rock, pop, country, and soul. Upcoming episodes include Lindsey Buckingham, Swamp Dogg, Paul McCartney, and more.....

Oct 31, 20181 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 7

The Move & Electric Light Orchestra

What does Black Sabbath have to do with ELO? Find out when Lex and Dave discuss The Move, ELO, Roy Wood, Wizzard, and all aspects of the Jeff Lynneverse. From Birmingham beginnings to the Travelling Wilburys, Jeff shaped rock history but always stayed true to his roots... and his hair. Bonus points to whoever counts all the times Lex and Dave say "heavy" and tweets the total to them at @thewellofsound Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the greatest and underappreciated acts i...

Oct 18, 20181 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Cheap Trick

SURRENDER to episode 5 of The Well Of Sound. Lex and Dave get entirely too carried away talking about the hardest working band in show bizness... Cheap Trick! From their Rockford, IL roots to working with John Lennon and George Martin to their Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction, we dig into the highs, lows, and lowests of their 40-year career. Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the greatest and underappreciated acts in rock, pop, country, and soul. Upcoming episodes inclu...

Oct 04, 20181 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Little Feat (The Lowell George Years)

Who likes to BOOGIE? Dave and Lex talk Little Feat and the genius of Lowell George. If you only know Dixie Chicken, tune in for a classic rock story that takes you from freaking out with Frank Zappa in Laurel Canyon to tripping with the Dead on Shakedown Street. Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the greatest and underappreciated acts in rock, pop, country, and soul. Upcoming episodes include Cheap Trick, ELO, Lindsey Buckingham, and more... Follow us on Twitter at @thewellof...

Sep 20, 20181 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Scott Walker & The Walker Brothers

While the US had a British Invasion, the UK had... The Walker Brothers. Scott Walker influenced the likes of Bowie, Blur, Suede, Pulp, Radiohead, and more. Dave and Lex dig into the career of the one and only Camus-obsessive, peacoat-wearin', former boy band frontman. Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the greatest and underappreciated acts in rock, pop, country, and soul. Upcoming episodes include Little Feat, Cheap Trick, ELO, and more... Follow us on Twitter at @thewellofs...

Sep 13, 201856 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Glen Campbell

The Well Of Sound is back, and Dave and Lex talk country. Tune in for your appreciation starter kit on the Rhinestone Cowboy himself... Glen Campbell. And if you don't know Jimmy Webb, this is a great way to find out more. Subscribe for bi-monthly deep dives into the greatest and underappreciated acts in rock, pop, and soul. Upcoming episodes include Little Feat, Cheap Trick, ELO, and more... Follow us on Twitter at @thewellofsound Listen to our Glen Campbell playlist at https://open.spotify.com...

Sep 09, 201851 minSeason 1Ep. 2
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