Somebody Else’s Favorite Songs

Episode 45: Judging a Song by Its Cover In this episode the SEFS guys revisit the concept from episode three from 2020, which is a discussion of various types of cover songs and how they compare to the original. In a way, isn’t this episode a cover of episode three????

Episode 44: Songs About Cities

Episode 43: Songs from Recently Added #4 Hello again! Join us as we get back into the swing of things via a discussion of some interesting things we've been listening to lately.

Episode 42: Musical Cameos

Episode 41: The Yacht Rock Episode Join Josh and Jacob for a discussion of all things Yacht!  https://www.yachtornyacht.com/ Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show) Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/sefs

Episode 40: Five Essential Listens (Part 2) The continuation from last week's episode where Waco Joel and Canadian Ben join us with something a little different. Imagine a friend who doesn’t know a particular artist and you are tasked with building a five song playlist that best represents what that artist is about: The Five Essential Listens. This week we continue with our (Josh and Jacob) selections plus a bonus round! 

Episode 39: Five Essential Listens, Part 1 We return with special guests Waco Joel and Canadian Ben with something a little different. Imagine a friend who doesn’t know a particular artist and you are tasked with building a five song playlist that best represents what that artist is about: The Five Essential Listens. Each host brought one artist for consideration, and heavy debate ensued. Join us for this special “almost live” episode and see if you agree with our selections! Credit to Canadian Ben for this interesting and fresh format!

Episode 38: Songs for your Halloween Playlist Hello Again! Somebody Else’s Favorite Songs returns with our take on Halloween Songs! Be True to your Ghoul, folks, and enjoy these spooky-themed songs along with our outlandish commentary.

Episode 37: Deep McCartney+ All the way back in episode six, the SEFS guys discussed what they considered deep cuts by The Beatles. They have since followed up with deep cut episodes on favorites Steely Dan, Tom Petty, and George Harrison. Today, Josh and Jacob are happy to bring to you another installment of their "deep" series, this time featuring another of the Fab Four, Paul McCartney. Be sure to listen to the end!

Episode 35: Why You Should Love Robert Earl Keen (Why You Should Love #4) Join Josh, Jacob, and special guest Henry for a heartfelt discussion of legendary Texas troubadour Robert Earl Keen.

Episode 33: The Sincerest Form of Flattery...

Episode 17: Songs from Our "Recently Added" Playlists #2 This week we return to Le Studio to once again share some “new to us” music we’ve been listening to lately. Spanning several different genres, here’s ten more songs by ten more artists you may not know but we think you will enjoy. It’s Somebody Else’s Favorite Recent Musical Discoveries #2!

It's "Somebody Else's Favorite Whistling Songs!"

Episode 27: Jingle Bell "Rock" - NOTE: This is NOT a Christmas Episode. Really, it isn't. Even though it will seem like it 10 minutes in, we promise it most certainly is not. Courage, listeners. Anyway, with Jacob off foraging for sustenance and fighting for his country (Texas) against the abominable snow man in the Icelandic hinterlands, hosting duties fell to Josh and Joel this week - and these two had bells jingling in their heads. Perhaps already driven mad by the incessant, ubiquitous playing of "All I Want for Christmas is You," which began back in late August, or possibly already nearing hibernation due to having started eggnog intake back around Thanksgiving, your fearless leaders for the week took off aimlessly on their own quest. Their mission? Locating the elusive sleigh bell in its unnatural habitat: Non-Christmas songs. They were not prepared for what they found: a daring and eclectic mix of songs, decades and genres that jingle all the way. Well, some of them only jingle at the end of the song. You get the idea. "It's a bold move, Cotton, Let's see if they can pull it off." Anyway, hurry back Jacob, we are running low on supplies (and ideas). It's "Somebody Else's Favorite Jingle Bell 'Rock' Songs!"

This week Josh, Jacob and Joel are joined by a very special guest in Le Studio all the way from Vancouver BC. Thanksgiving week brought Josh’s brother Ben to town, so we decided this would require a discussion of songs from around the globe. We hope you enjoy our selections exclusively from international artists as much as we enjoyed hearing Ben’s unique Texan-Canadian accent. Here’s our colourful look at songs with an intercontinental flavour. It’s “Somebody Else’s Favorite International Songs!”

Episode 25: We Don't Need No Stinkin Lyrics! From early rock to surf music, crossover to jam bands, and country to funk, artists have been trying their hand at composing compelling instrumentals throughout popular music history. This week we take a look at just what can make a song with no lyrics memorable while exploring a wide selection of styles and examples. Kick up your heels and groove along with us - It’s “Somebody Else’s Favorite Instrumentals!”

Episode 24: Acoustic Guitar Songs The acoustic guitar is the foundation of popular music. But sometimes, artists utilize this common instrument in such a way at as to reinvent it and create a revolutionary sound experience. This week, Josh and Jacob are once again joined by Joel (his 9th appearance) to take a look at some of their favorite uses of the acoustic guitar. Interesting and unique players have taken this common instrument and provided us with some fantastic performances. These are some of our favorites. It’s “Somebody Else’s Favorite Acoustic Guitar Songs!”

Episode 23: Why You Should Love Jesse Dayton (Why You Should Love #2) From keeping a “solid country gold” style alive to merging the spirit of classic country with punk and rockabilly, Austin’s Jesse Dayton has been churning out intriguing records for over 25 years. He played with Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings, as well as John Doe and X, always infusing his unique guitar slinger persona into every project. Join us for a trip through the fascinating career of one of our Texas favorites. It’s “Somebody Else’s Favorite Jesse Dayton Songs.” Our Website: https://www.sefs.show   Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show)   Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/sefs

Episode 21: SEFS on the Road, Side A On Monday September 13, the SEFS guys hit the road for a major concert experience. Josh and Jacob met up with frequent collaborator Joel and top SEFS fan Allen Andrews in Ft. Worth and headed to Dickies Arena for an evening with Eric Clapton - and we decided to take you along with us! Join us for a diary-style chronicling of the day with instant reactions and thoughts on our experience seeing  Slowhand. It’s Somebody Else’s Favorite Road Trip - Side A. Our Website: https://www.sefs.show  Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show)  Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/sefs

Episode 20 (!):Bangin’ on the Bongos like a Chimpanzee Another huge loss for the music world has the SEFS guys rhapsodizing about drummers. Charlie Watts was the gentlemen’s drummer, and he held down the insanity for the Stones for almost 60 years. That's the way you do it! Starting there, we bring you everything and a bag of chips about our favorite rock and roll skin bangers. It’s Somebody Else’s Favorite Drummers! Our Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Else's Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show) Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/sefs