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It's time for a gin and tonic, as I devote most of this episode to Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath. I talk in detail about the Back to the Beginning concert, that happened on July 5. I go through the acts that played, some of the songs they covered, and what Black Sabbath sounded like when the four original members took the stage. Also, I go over Black Sabbath's legendary "Paranoid" album in the Vintage Pour. Plus, I talk about the AI project known as Velvet Sundown, and Oasis' first show since 2009. Cheers!

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Join me, armed with my Modelo beer, as I talk about the greatness that is Carole King, and her 1971 masterpiece "Tapestry." I highlight some of the hits she wrote/co-wrote, just how popular "Tapestry" was, and quotes from other artists about her music. Also, I talk about Glastonbury Festival, Lorde, Lala Schifrin, Blood Orange, and other music news in the Tasting Room. Cheers!

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Did Richard D James really dj a set scratching sandpaper, with people not able to tell the difference? Join me for a glass of sauvignon blanc, as my Vintage Pour centers around Aphex Twin's masterwork "Selected Ambient Works 85-92." I'll talk about Aphex Twin (the real vs fiction), this legendary electronic album, and his influence on other artists. I also talk about a recent show from Ozomatli, and review my experience at Fullerton's Day of Music event on June 21. Cheers!

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Grab yourself a Moscow mule (I did), while I pay tribute to the late Brian Wilson, the main sonic architect of The Beach Boys. I focus largely on the singles he played a hand in writing during their 'hit' years, right up to 'Good Vibrations.' I'll also talk about why I love those earlier songs more than I love "Pet Sounds" (blasphemy!). Also, I highlight some local free events this weekend. Lastly, the Vintage Pour focus on a lesser known Fleetwood Mac album from 1972, on the heels of the track "Sunny Side of Heaven" gaining traction on social media. Cheers!

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Join me for this special tribute to my hometown, as I highlight the film and music of 'American Graffiti.' I talk about the making of the film, the cast, the role of music throughout, and the legacy of the film. Also, I highlight new music from Turnstile, Molly Moore, and David Byrne. This is the perfect episode to cruise to. Cheers!

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Pour yourself a cup of coffee (it's early), as I talk about new music from gwendolyn, Nilüfer Yanya, Jade Jackson, Medium Build, Big Thief, and Niko Rubio. Also, the Corona Capital festival in November, and Cali Vibes in Long Beach this weekend. Lastly, I do a Vintage Pour, highlighting the five Billie Eilish shows I've attended. We start with her appearance at the relatively small Echo in 2017, to her headlining appearance at Coachella in 2022. Cheers!

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Recover with me, as Frank and I talk about Bottlerock. We go over drink choices, some food options, and three days of music. Frank was with me for Day 2, so we talk Kate Hudson, Lawrence, and Justin Timberlake. Some Bulleit rye is the perfect bookend for this long weekend. Cheers!

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Grab yourself a glass of your favorite beverage (I'm having a Hess Cabernet Sauvignon), as I talk about my experience this last weekend at Modesto's Porchfest. Then, take note, as I review some of the restaurants, bars, and wineries that I check out when I visit Napa for Bottlerock weekend. And enjoy the vintage pour, as I recall the 2021 edition of Bottlerock (the first after covid). It was a lineup that boasted big names like Foo Fighters, Miley Cyrus, and Guns N' Roses, and relatively lesser known names like Suki Waterhouse, Gracie Abrams, and Dominic Fike. Cheers!