In Episode 13, I review the 2025 album 'Sad and Beautiful World' by Gospel/Soul legend Mavis Staples, best known for being the lead singer of the incredible Staple Singers. She and her family, led by Pops Staples, wrote protest songs during the civil rights movement and had a number of hits in the 50s, 60s and 70s. Mavis' solo career is in its seventh decade, now, and I discuss how 'hard times' led to the making of this sweet and serene record.

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https://open.spotify.com/album/07aZwFEzDfh0BALXf1o6FH?si=Xum3zKJuTISr3U4Ec3Ts-Q

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In #12, Frankie reviews the latest album by blues guitar virtuoso Anthony Gomes called, 'Praise the Loud.' I also discuss Minneapolis, the late Bobe Weir, songs about inviting somebody over for sex, Boston, Dr. Hook, Christina Aguilera, Sabrina Carpenter, Joan Jett, and The Rolling Stones's 'It's Only Rock and Roll.'

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https://www.buzzsprout.com/2560780/episodes/18491243-ep12-new-album-praise-the-loud-by-blues-rocker-anthony-gomes.mp3?download=true

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In episode 11, I review Martin Page's latest record, 'The First and Last Freedom.' His music career spans five decades, over the course of which he's written songs for the likes of Robbie Robertson, Earth Wind and Fire, Heart, Kim Carnes, and Josh Groban. I also share some thoughts on the holidays, my new Stratocaster, and plans for the pod going into the 2026 and beyond.

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https://www.buzzsprout.com/2560780/episodes/18452392-11-new-album-review-pop-rock-veteran-martin-page-s-the-first-and-last-freedom.mp3?download=true

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