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PODCAST

Out of the Main

Tom Nixon and John Nixon

“Out of the Main” is a podcast celebrating one of the most proficient and accomplished eras of musicianship and studio production, including yacht rock, west coast AOR, and related sophisticated music from the 1970s and 80s. “Out of the Main” was launched by two of the era"s biggest fans—both musicians themselves—who, like a growing wave of aficionados all around the world, have been exploring the history, the enjoyment, and now the future potential of the West Coast sound, even as it continues to

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Episode 23.3: Another Page, Now in Dolby Atmos

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2023/02/16

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of Christopher Cross’s second album, Another Page, Seeker Music has just released two new versions: a Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio version and another newly remastered version. What better reason to do another Album Focus episode to study the musical genius that went into the original recordings, so we can experience it all again in never-before heard sonic presentation? Stream the remastered releases here: seeker.fm/anotherpagerelease Check out the

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00:32:01

Episode 23.2: Simone vs. Jojo

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2023/02/09

Two yachty ladies enter, only one shall escape with the heavyweight title! It’s the title bout of GLOW! No, not the Gorgeous Ladies of Wresting from the 80s, silly...it’s the Gorgeous Ladies of Westcoast! John and Tom referee a 10-round knock-down, drag-out bout between Boz Scaggs’s Simone and Jojo to determine which is yachtier, which is better, and which should be crowned the Queen of the 1980 Middle Man LP! Let’s get ready to... Lightning Round: Found at Sea Buried Treasures Off the

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00:44:16

Episode 23.1: Film Session: Jeff Porcaro

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2023/02/02

John and Tom open Season 4 of Out of the Main where, for many, it all begins in west coast lore: the artistry and mastery of one Jeff Porcaro. Tune in to hear an analysis of what made Porcaro’s work true brilliance, beyond the mere notes put down on tape. We’ll break down some of his timeless and inimitable grooves, as well as his cerebral approach to drum-track composition. And of course, dem chops! It’s Artist Appreciation Week at this here yacht rock podcast. Let’s go to the tape! Lightning

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00:55:45

Bonus Episode: “Sometimes When We Touch”

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2023/01/10

John and Tom take a brief hiatus from their announced longer hiatus for a Season 3 bonus episode, welcoming special guest Chuck Thompson (Executive Producer and Writer) to the show to discuss the just-released documentary “Sometimes When We Touch,” which chronicles the “Reign, Ruin and Resurrection” of soft rock, streaming now on Paramount+. Of course, no discussion of soft rock would be complete without a close examination of yacht rock. Tune in to hear why you should definitely subscribe and tune

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00:34:06

Episode 22.50: Holiday Reruns - The Christmas Special!

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2022/12/24

Our favorite convention from the late 70s and early 80s: Everything had a Christmas Special! And every year, they would rerun the same holiday special specials and we never got tired of them. It was tradition! Our yacht rock podcast should be no different! John and Tom scour music-dom for the yachtiest yuletide merriment to bring your season glad “tide”-ings, including songs from the era and modern buried treasures from classic yacht rock artists.Who’s on your yachty list? Tell us tunes, albums and

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00:38:17

Episode 22.49: Clearing the Decks

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2022/12/22

As we wrap up our third season, John and Tom “clear the decks” of various and sundry they have backed up in the bilge, including Viewer Mail, Buried Treasures, clips and quips, and so much more. See you next season after the first of the year! Lightning Round: (Seasonally appropriate?) Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale Playlist of

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00:51:42

Episode 22.48: Grant Geissman, from Chuck Mangione to...

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2022/12/15

Grant Geissman joins the podcast, fresh off his first Grammy nomination for his 2022 release "Blooz." John and Tom cover everything from the Chuck Mangione years, to his extensive work as a session guitarist, to his work on TV and even in Mad Magazine! As is so often the case, the stuff you never knew about Grant is even more interesting that the stuff you do know. Learn and hear more at grantgeissman.com. Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and

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00:58:25

Episode 22.47: Christmas with Orleans

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2022/12/08

Lance Hoppen of the band Orleans returns to Out of the Main to pick up where we left earlier off this summer: more fun facts! “New Star Shining” is a 2021 album release that is literally chock-full of fun facts and amazing anecdotes. How this album came to be is a remarkable yarn — one that Lance relays to Tom and John next to a roaring fire as they sip hot cocoa and egg nog. Join us...for a little Christmas WITH Orleans! Lightning Round: (Seasonally appropriate?) Does It Float Your Boat? Buried

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00:52:38

Episode 22.46: Young Gun Silver Fox

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2022/12/01

Andy Platts (the young gun) and Shawn Lee (the silver fox) join the podcast to discuss their new album, Ticket to Shangri-La, their future plans, and their collective pasts that led the duo to become one of Modern Yacht’s most prominent fire keepers — Young Gun Silver Fox. Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The Official Yachtski Scale

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00:51:32

Episode 22.45: Christmas Smooth, with TJ George and...

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2022/11/22

TJ George of Demand Impact rejoins the podcast to help spread a little holiday cheer — all for a good cause! “Christmas Smooth: Artists and Songs Classic and New” is a just released compilation of seasonal songs performed by some of yacht rock’s biggest stars, along with selections from contemporary artists who are following in their footsteps. Tune in to hear the history of this amazing project, and to get a sampling of songs contributed by talented artists such as: Al Jarreau The Pointer

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00:52:00

Episode 22.44: Album Focus: Dane Donohue, Side 2

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2022/11/17

Dane Donohue rejoins the podcast to run through Side 2 of his yacht rock classic. Plus, ANOTHER sneak-peek listen to EVEN MORE NEW Dane Donohue music. PLUS, a minor “tease” of a major announcement coming this holiday season. Lots to unpack here! Check the previous episodes here: Side 1: LINK Our previous interviews with Dane: Part 1: https://anchor.fm/yachtrockpodcast/episodes/Episode-21-17-Special-Guests-Dane-Donohue-and-Keith-Barry-evknt7/a-a5c1d5h Part 2:

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00:54:16

Episode 22.43: Album Focus: Dane Donohue

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2022/11/10

ane Donohue himself joins the podcast to run through an album focus on the 1978 yacht rock classic, his eponymously titled debut album. Plus, a sneak-peek listen to NEW music Dane is recording with John and other members of Page99. Coming soon? We sure hope so! Want to hear our original two-part interview with Dane and Keith Barry, the man behind “The Lost Prince of Yacht Rock” piece on Narratively? Check the previous episodes here: Part 1:

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00:42:07

Episode 22.42: Playing the Spotify Guessing Game

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2022/11/03

Trying to understand the Spotify algorithm is a fool’s errand (🛎 ding!), but John and Tom take their best shots anyway! (Wait...is that no coincidence?) Anyway...in a variation of the popular Out of the Main Game Show, the buoys 🛎 have a little fun this week, trying to stump each other by asking one another to guess which song Spotify considers to be a particular artist’s “#1” song (mostly yacht rock artists). This is often not the song that has the most Spotify spins, but for whatever reason,

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00:57:37

Episode 22.41: Bermuda Triangle (Return Trip)

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2022/10/27

John and Tom veer off course again into the Bermuda Triangle and emerge in scary, spooky territory, in honor of Halloween 2022. Where will they end up? You’ll have to tune in to find out! Meanwhile, here is Tom’s Halloween on the Yacht Spotify playlist, if you’re into that sorta thing. Lightning Round: Halloween-Inspired Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and Related: John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist Yacht or Nyacht? The

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00:38:55

Episode 22.40: Uncharted Waters

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2022/10/20

The people have spoken! We went deep-sea diving to discover truly hidden gems, as presented by yacht rock lovers of the world...you! These are rare finds...so rare they never even charted. You may have never even heard of them. But all the more reason to never stop diving deep for those buried treasures! Want to add to the Spotify playlist? Have at it! Keep those gems from uncharted waters coming: Spotify Playlist Collab Link Here’s the original YouTube playlist for your listening

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00:54:42

Episode 22.39: The Making of a Bobby Kimball Documentary

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2022/10/13

Tom and John are joined by John Zaika, a documentary film maker and music producer who is in the middle of telling Bobby Kimball’s (Toto) life story. Slated for release in 2023, “Kite on a String" will feature found footage, interviews with the music icons who knew him best, and certainly some great stories, outstanding music, touching moments and captivating storytelling. Watch the original trailer: https://youtu.be/A3u9djIwBlU Watch the new trailer: https://youtu.be/4dOy7CMqrP8 Learn more:

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00:45:38

Episode 22.38: Decade-Defining Ditties

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2022/10/06

We know that yacht rock perfectly straddles the equator between the 70s and 80s (1976-1984), but does it define either decade? This week’s challenge, which we invite listeners to partake in, is this: Name three songs that define the 70s. Name three songs that define the 80s. Tune in to hear the guys’ selections, and see if you agree or diverge. Was there any overlap between their total of 12 songs? Lightning Round: Does It Float Your Boat? Buried Treasures Off the Map References and

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Episode 22.37: Song Focus: “Turn Your Love Around” by...

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2022/09/29

There’s much more to George Benson’s “Turn Your Love Around” than initially meets the ear. John and Tom do a deep-dive study on the history, theory, production and performances that made the George Benson classic. If you don’t know the story of how this song was written, there are a few details that add to the song’s lore, which you might not wanna miss. Courtesy of a listener suggestion submitted via Viewer Mail, we had a blast breaking this one down, so thanks for the suggestion! And keep ‘em

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Episode 22.36: Trop Rock, with Bertie Higgins

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2022/09/22

Bertie Higgins, master of Marina Rock — or what he has dubbed “Trop Rock” — joins the podcast to talk about his road to success, 27 albums in the making of a career, and his unique brand of storytelling. From “Key Largo” to “Just Another Day In Paradise,” Higgins’ music stands the test of time, bringing yacht rock fans to a tropical paradise of sonic bliss. More fun facts and historical anecdotes abound, as does Bertie’s tips for the next generation of aspiring songwriters. And don’t miss the new

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00:49:15

Episode 22.35: Kenny Loggins, Part 2

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2022/09/15

Part 2 of our interview with Kenny Loggins picks up where we left off last week: talking about the process of collaborating to write your own memoir. There’s more yacht rock talk, more soundtrack discussion, more music-making behind-the-scenes, and looking back on Kenny’s entire career, up to present-day. Kenny even turns the microphone back on Tom and John, with a question of his own. Will be there be a Part 3?... Buy this book

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