Episodes

Famous final scenes this time, in the 2nd of three parts celebrating endings -- some planned and others that would take fans completely by surprise.

From the ancient Greek and the metaphorical phrase denoting a final gesture, effort, or performance, select Swan Songs this time.

The swagger and artistry of Steve Earle in the spotlight this time!

Jeff pays tribute to the last man standing in the band known as the Band - Garth Hudson.

It's fun and oftentimes a revelation to go back and hear the original versions of songs that became famous in the hands of people that didn't write them or record them first. Come under the covers!

The second of our two part tribute to the music makers we lost in 2024.

A tribute in 2 parts to the music legends we lost in 2024.

Jeff's select classic albums of October, November and December 1974.

This episode is filled with songs featuring the trippy jet-like effect known as phase-shifting.

This time it's all in the way you hold your mouth, in an episode starring rock's talk box classics.

Let's get a bit weird with the opener to this 3 part mini-series that finds artists experimenting inventing, and innovating their way into rock history.

When you think of songs about the "day", we're betting that a couple that first come to mind are a couple that also came to JW. Here's a dozen or so and background to go with.

An episode about night songs because why not.

The episode title says it all. And some would title the album from which they came, the very same.

Nothing but Billys and Billies and Billy Joes this time.

Here comes the music and stories behind all the songs of Led Zeppelin in which you hear the mandolin.

A theme prompted by the ol' music industry adage, Don't Bore Us Get to the Chorus!

Part 2, the conclusion of our look at bands of brothers and bands of sisters features bands from the letters 'I' through zed. Zee for our American friends. Although the letters X, Y, and Z? Anyone? Enjoy your listen.

Part 1 is bands of brothers and bands of sisters from the letters A through H. Enjoy!

Jeff brings you the 3rd of 4th parts in the recurring theme of the classic albums of 1974.

He sings and plays his ass off with humility intact and a focus on songwriting. A collaborator with Tom Wilson, Colin James, and Jimmy Bowskill, Steve Marriner is one of those artists people love to work with, and he's a pleasure to talk with. Runs 29 minutes.

2 proper rock stars join Jeff with a 3 song performances, featuring 2 original songs and one scorching cover, it's Joan Smith and Tom Juhas.

Here's a treat for anyone who enjoys the stories behind the songs, followed by live performances amidst conversation which this time is a buoyant trip to the heart of Nickola Magnolia.

One line: “Pure Energy and Rootsy-Blues Sass” says Music Ontario. With guitar in hand, and a brand new album just out, this is Madison's return to Records & Rockstars with stories and songs, both live and direct from the record.