This is the Zoom recording from our wonderful session this past Sunday, April 27.
Mannfred Mann's Earth Band - Nightingales and Bombers
Frequency3 - Syzygy
Uz Jsme Doma - Puklinka/Cranny
Mountain - Nantucket Sleighride
Heaven &am...
Hey y'all! It's time again to vote for this month's Fan Favorites songs. Our topic this month is our favorite Jazz and Jazz Fusion tracks...as April is Jazz Appreciation Month.
We have 14 finalists after the Discord round of...
2025-04-26 17:54:53 +0000 UTC View Post
I can't believe it's taken us until episode 89 to get to a Nightwish album. I REALLY enjoyed this listen and this episode. With Imaginaerum, Nightwish is exploring the human condition with a concept album. The focus is on an old and dying composer...
2025-04-26 15:42:20 +0000 UTC View PostNightwish is one of those bands that I first got to know as 'The Daily Doug', and I've really enjoyed coming back to their music throughout the life of the channel. But, they've NEVER been featured here in the Extended Play Lounge. So, this time, ...
2025-04-21 21:38:21 +0000 UTC View Post
In this month's episode, I'm taking a deep dive into two jazz compositions written by talented keyboardists. Lyle Mays' music is widely known and appreciated...and rightfully so. Mitch Towne is still a bit under the radar but has decades of stella...
2025-04-18 02:35:41 +0000 UTC View PostHi friends! The Fan Favorites channel over on our Discord is live and ready for your submissions for the April 2025 episode of Fan Favorites!
**REMEMBER: Fan Favorites submissions are ONLY accepted via our Fan Favorites channel...
2025-04-12 21:29:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Get ready for an exciting musical joyride, y'all. This album is a legit banger. I was riveted by this music from beginning to end, and I was astounded (as expected) at the high quality of their musicianship. Enjoy!
Tracklist:
A...
2025-04-08 23:13:38 +0000 UTC View PostFor this EPL, I wanted to center on some albums that have been released more recently than the 70's and 80's albums we've heard over the past few months. I'm quite eager to hear all of these albums...the question to y'all is...which one?
2025-04-04 21:54:08 +0000 UTC View Post
This is a jam-packed episode...14 songs! As usual, the quality is high...and the variety of styles is off the charts! I hope you enjoy!
Marc Pattison - Space Jam
London Grammar - Rooting For You
Blue Jays - Saved By The Music
Nick D...
I know it's a few days late, but I think this video's worth it. We included 12 songs by some of the greatest artists of the past several decades...and they just happen to be women. I'll explain more in the video, but the voting was so close that w...
2025-04-01 23:46:52 +0000 UTC View PostThis month, we're celebrating Women's History Month with a countdown of music by women. Out of a near record 70 entries, here's the top 16 vote-getters from our first round on Discord.
Vote for up to five of your preferred options. 2025-03-23 20:19:17 +0000 UTC View Post
In this episode, we're listening to The Dreaming by Kate Bush. This music really rides the line (in my opinion) between music that is more experimental vs. more commercial. The topics, lyrics, and sounds are audacious and fearless, and Kate demand...
2025-03-23 19:07:53 +0000 UTC View PostHi all, we just wanted to let y’all know that we decided to sell our Dream Theater tickets for tonight. We just weren’t feeling up to it, and an expensive night in the city just isn’t in our budget currently. We’ll miss the experience and ...
2025-03-22 19:26:11 +0000 UTC View PostFor this next EPL, I'm looking at these five albums from our Master List. The common thread this time is that none of these bands or artists have yet been included in an EPL episode...and, they're bands fronted by women or female solo artists (whi...
2025-03-16 20:54:56 +0000 UTC View Post
For this week's Patreon video, I'm trying a slightly new format. With this new 'Under the Microscope' series, I can occasionally further lift up the month's Fan Favorites emphasis. This month, we're celebrating Women's History Month with performan...
2025-03-13 02:56:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is the zoom recording from our session yesterday. Although we experienced video difficulties, the audio quality is solid. This was another great session of eclectic music. Remember, members of The Council of Dougs and Doug's Angels tiers are ...
2025-03-11 00:47:43 +0000 UTC View Post
My reaction video featuring Little Wing by Jimi Hendrix with cover versions by Sting and Stevie Ray Vaughan has been blocked worldwide on YouTube. I'm pleased to provide access to it here on Patreon. Enjoy!
2025-03-10 19:41:54 +0000 UTC View Post
My YouTube video reaction to Santana's live performance of Soul Sacrifice at Woodstock has been blocked worldwide on YouTube. I'm pleased to provide it here for the enjoyment of my patrons.
2025-03-10 19:00:26 +0000 UTC View PostHi friends! The Fan Favorites channel over on our Discord is live and ready for your submissions for the March 2025 episode of Fan Favorites!
REMEMBER: Fan Favorites submissions are ONLY accepted via our Fan Favorites channel o...
2025-03-08 18:44:04 +0000 UTC View Post
I'm not sure I know how to even describe my experience in recording this reaction video. I've never done a deep dive into music from a film without first seeing the movie. And...I really enjoyed the freedom of discovery that it provided. Cheers! 2025-03-05 02:48:39 +0000 UTC View Post
It was an absolute joy to record this month's Fan Favorites episode. I'm sorry that it's coming on the last day of the month! But, I think you'll think this episode is worth the wait. I think it's one of our stronger episodes in this series! I hop...
2025-03-01 04:25:48 +0000 UTC View PostFor this next EPL, I think it will be fun to check out a movie soundtrack. All of these choices are from our Master List, and I'm eager to hear them all. But...which one first? Help me decide by picking your preferred option!
This poll will ...
2025-03-01 04:24:36 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey y'all! Here's the Zoom recording from another great Doug on Demand session. I heard some great music from artists that I hadn't yet discovered, and I heard some great music from musicians and bands I already knew...but all of these songs were ...
2025-02-24 16:32:16 +0000 UTC View PostI invite you to make up to five selections from the following list of finalists. We asked the community to submit suggestions on the topic: Songs of Love, Caring, Kindness, & Support. And, we received many great recommend...
2025-02-20 20:58:09 +0000 UTC View Post
In this episode, I'm returning to the music of The Moody Blues. It's been almost a year since we heard To Our Children's Children's Children, and I've been eager to continue on in our chronological exploration of their albums. So...today's the day...
2025-02-19 18:37:29 +0000 UTC View Post
This movement is such a fun romp! What a fun way to finish out this unique composition and wonderful performance. Join me as we analyze and listen to movement three of Jon Lord's Concerto featuring Deep Purple.
2025-02-13 02:46:42 +0000 UTC View PostHi friends! The Fan Favorites channel over on our Discord is live and ready for your submissions for the February 2025 episode of Fan Favorites!
REMEMBER: Fan Favorites submissions are ONLY accepted via our Fan Favorites channe...
2025-02-12 02:43:44 +0000 UTC View Post
This was such an enjoyable listen. I recognized that this recording is as much an historic piece of art as it is an historic artifact. And, the music was melodic, spunky, and enjoyable. Come along for a great sci/fi story!
2025-02-08 20:28:35 +0000 UTC View Post
We enjoyed another stellar session of music on Sunday. Here's the recording from the zoom session.
The Albion Band - Ampleforth/Lay Me Low
Magic Pie - Illusions and Reality, Pt. 1
Moe - Rebubula
Streetlight Manifesto - Here's to Lif...
The Master List has been newly updated today, February 1. If you see any issues or incorrect information, please let me know.
I've now gone through all of the submissions from 2024. Thanks for your continued participation and thoughtful reco...
2025-02-01 20:53:34 +0000 UTC View Post