Well, ring out the old and ring in the new.

It is a new year, and a new look for The Way-Back Music Machine.  We have reached episode 82! 

This year, we thought we would do something a little different.

We will be going through the Week That Was day by day, starting on Sunday.

And, of course, since The Beatles feature prominently in our show and rock and roll history, there has to be an 8th day ("Eight Days A Week", right?).

This week we explore Bill Haley and His Comets hit "Rock Around The Clock", talk about South Park (yes, they had a hit), and a salute George Martin and Malcom Young, both of whom have birthdays this week. We also take a look at a poll in Liverpool in 1962, and talk about The Supremes. Finally, on the eighth day we look at a failed audition.  Actually it is THE failed audition.

All that plus charts and great conversation between friends on Episode 82 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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It's our New Year's Eve episode!

Ring out the old and ring in the new with The Way-Back Music Machine.

On this trip we look at December 31 through the years.

We look at the debut of The Beach Boys, The Kinks and AC/DC. We also look at the debut of Bob Dylan as an actor.

All that plus charts talk and great conversation between good friends.

Happy New Year!

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Episode 80 of The Way-Back Music Machine is very special for a few reasons. It is number 80, it is our second Christmas episode and it is the last episode of the year. And what a year it has been! 

But for this show we look at Jimmy Buffet, Johnny Mathis, Bing Crosby and The Sex Pistols. 

Are they connected? Not really but you have to listen to the show to learn about a special Christmas concert, the history of "White Christmas", "When A Child Is Born" and all about Jimmy.

All that, plus charts and and great chat between two friends.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Tony and Aaron at The Way-Back Music Machine.

See you in 2023.

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Here we are, Road Trip 79 for The Way-Back Music Machine.

This is a fun one, some odd stories and some great chat.

First we look the first Christmas number one in the U.K. in 1955. It is not who you think!

Then hear about an odd injury and story regarding Z Z Top's Dusty Hill.

Finally, The Four Seasons have a hit for the second time with the same song, of course it is a remix, but the coincidence will leave you amazed!

Then we examine the crazy world of collecting and memorabilia.

All that, plus charts, great conversation and we hear about Elvis during our Memphis to Merseyside segment!

Thanks for joining us for episode 79 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

It is hard to believe, but we keep rolling with The Way-Back Music Machine, This is episode 78 and today we pay tribute to John Lennon, who was taken from us on December 8, 1980. After all these years, this date still hits people who lived through it very hard. However, we celebrate, we don't mourn. We want to have some fun with stories about The Beatles.

First we look at the release of Band On The Run, an album that was strife with problems from the time the band was to leave for Lagos, Nigeria when two members of the band left. Literally the day before the flight.

Then we look at how The Beatles helped pirate radio stations in 1966 (and years after).

Finally, John Lennon sent back his MBE in 1969. In 2005, it was found. An interesting story.

All that, plus The White Album, charts, some radio moments and great conversation between friends. Come and remember John Lennon, on this week's The Way-Back Music Machine.

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Wow, road trip 77, and we are far from running out of gas! This week we look at few more stories than usual and we return to The Weird Files.

First up, we look at Nirvana and Kurt Cobain's performance on Top Of The Pops in 1991. What could have been a career destroying move becomes an iconic moment for the show.

Then we talk about George Harrison, and how his humour and talent is so missed today.

Next it is U2 or The U2s as they had been advertised in 1979 at the iconic Hope And Anchor. Not too many people showed up, but those who did had a great time until a string broke.

Finally, a Weird File story about censorship and a teacher Hey, school board, leave that teacher alone....

Then not one, not two, but three Elvis stories for our from Memphis to Merseyside segment.

All that, plus charts and talk between two very good friends.
This week on The Way-Back Music Machine.

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We have now made our 76th trip in The Way-Back Music Machine and this week, it is a "day in the life" episode, although it never started out that way.

This week, we look at Fats Domino and his debut on The Ed Sullivan show.

Then we visit Billy Joel as he celebrates his first number one album. His first, but not his last, but it was the album that broke him worldwide.

Finally we pay tribute to Malcom Young (and his brother George). Malcom was a pivotal member of AC/DC and it is a chance to recognize him and the band.

All that plus an interesting Memphis To Merseyside segment, charts and excellent chat between friends.

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Here we are at road trip 75 for The Way-Back Music Machine.

This is a huge achievement, so to celebrate, on this episode, which we call The Birthday Episode, we look at some famous artists and their birthdays.

First, we talk about the incredible Joni Mitchell November 7, 1943), who at 78, seems to be making a significant comeback!

Then we look at one of the best guitarists alive today, Ms. Bonnie Raitt. A pretty damn great voice too. Born November 8, 1949.

Then we talk about Booker T, of Booker T and The MGs. An incredible talent with a brilliant career. He entered the world on November 12, 1944. One year to the day of our next artist.

Next, we look at the incomparable Neil Young, born November 12, 1945. What can we say that has not been said before? Check out his archives, the best in rock and

roll... Neil Young Archives

Finally, we look at the opening (or birth) of the most famous recording studio in the world, at 3 John Street in London. That studio, which was bought in 1929 and opened its doors in 1931. Sir Edward Elgar recorded his famous "Land Of Hope And Glory" there in 1931, but we know it because of The Fab Four.

All that plus charts and great conversation on episode 75 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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Welcome to the Halloween edition of The Way-Back Music Machine, which also happens to be our 74th road trip. 

This week we stay on October 31 for many interesting events. To start, we look at an interesting story and career choice of Chuck Berry. 

Then we visit with David Bowie about a show that does not go off as planned. 

Finally, how does one launch a record label on Halloween? Well, Led Zeppelin have a very definitive answer to that question.

All that and From Memphis To Merseyside, a new segment 'The Weird Files' (which you have to hear to believe), chart talk, a vintage commercial and great conversation between friends

Join us for Episode 74 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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Road trip number 73 for The Way-Back Music Machine, and on this trip, we spend a lot of time in New York City.

First, we visit Billboard charts and explore the revival of The Kinks, who have their first top ten single in five years in 1970.

Then, we look at a riot in Germany in 1958 at a rock and roll concert.

Finally, The Boss makes the cover of two magazines, and neither one of them is a music magazine, but rather the serous news press.

All that, plus charts, our From Memphis To Merseyside moment and even information about a new radio show.

Thanks for joining us this week, on episode 73 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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Welcome to road trip 72 of The Way-Back Music Machine Podcast! 

This week a good will gesture by one of the biggest bands in the world goes horribly wrong. Was it a good will gesture or a PR nightmare? You decide.

Then Bob Dylan may not be as recognizable as one would assume, with a hilarious, yet slightly disturbing story at one of his concerts.

Finally Patti Smith experiences an incredible feel good moment.

All that, plus our Memphis to Merseyside segment, charts, and some fun chat between friends on episode 72!

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Here we go, on road trip 71 of The Way-Back Music Machine Podcast.

This week, another look at The Beatles, specifically Abbey Road.

We take a look at George Harrison's first 'A' side and what inspired him to write it.

We also take a look at the Beatles first single, which was released almost seven years to the day before Abbey Road.

We even talk a little about The King.

All that, plus chart talk, a commercial and great talk between friends, and a big announcement!

Join us on The Way-Back Music Machine, Episode 71!

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Here we are at show 70 of The Way-Back Music Machine. It also marks the fact that both Aaron and Tony are both officially retired.

In celebration, it is an all-Beatles episode of The Way-Back Music Machine. Did I mention that it was show 70?

First, we visit Paul McCartney as he announces his first world tour in ten years. We talk about the announcement and the tour.

Then, we look at the recording of an iconic and extremely complicated and cool song.

Then, it is off to Liverpool as the actual contract The Beatles signed with Brian Epstein is auctioned off.

Finally, a John Lennon tribute concert with some very special and cool guests.

All that and charts, a classic commercial, and engaging chat on Episode 70 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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Well, well, well, here we are, our 69th road trip, episode 69 of The Way-Back Music Machine. That's right, 69 and counting.

This week, on our journeys, we look at a comic book that made it very big on the music charts in 1969, with help from Canadian Andy Kim.

Then we look at one of rock and roll's first supergroups, which, like most supergroups, just didn't stay around for long. We will explain on our travels.

Then we look at the sophomore, self-titled album by a group that pioneered Americana in rock music, although four fifths of them were from Canada. 

All that and our weekly Memphis to Merseyside moment, a tribute to the Prince of Darkness, chart talk and great conversation between to 12 year old kids disguised as middle aged men. Join us on The Way-Back Music Machine, Episode 69.

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Welcome to Episode 68 of The Way-Back Music Machine and this week we are going old school! First, we visit London, England for a teen icon getting his first number one single in the U.K. Old Blue Eyes finally makes it to number one with a song that also won an Academy Award.

Then we visit Tony Bennet and Diana Krall who set a Guinness Book of World Records while doing what they do best, singing. Finally, The Ford Motor Company introduces something that will change road trips forever.

All that, plus an old commercial, chart talk, and great talk between friends on this episode 68 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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Charts are a staple in the rock era. What song made number one, who has had the most number ones and what was number one on my birthday? For this road trip on The Way-Back Music Machine, for Episode 67, we explore some famous and interesting number ones that topped the charts this week in rock history.

On this episode, we talk about The Animals, The Beatles, Stevie Nicks, Stevie Wonder, Soft Cell, Aerosmith, David Bowie and Mick Jagger, Shania Twain, and The Manic Street Preachers.

A different and special episode of The Way-Back Music Machine as we prepare for road trip 68.

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"Get your kicks, on Route 66", well, we are not on Route 66 but The Way-Back Music Machine is travelling for their 66th episode.

This week we go far and far back in time, right back to 1949.

We visit Hank Williams as he records his iconic song, a song that made it to the top 500 songs of all time on Rolling Stone's list. A song that Bob Dylan references. A song even Elvis took a turn at.

Then we explore the world of Kate Bush and her ability to cut through time. Her music has proven to be truly timeless.

Finally we look at some conditions artists have when they play your city. What is a rider and what are some of the more unusual ones?

All that, plus a classic commercial, chart talk and our weekly Memphis to Mersey segment. Don't forget two friends talking music!

This week on Episode 66 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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Episode 65! Our 65th musical road trip in Th Way-Back Music Machine. This is an exciting trip and a Day In The Life for August 22.

A lot happened on this day.

In 1956, a rock idol/pioneer/icon begins filming his debut film performance. The film becomes a success, both with critics and fans.

Then in 1962, a fab band make their television debut in the city of Manchester, a hop, skip and a jump from Liverpool.

Next, in 1968, a famous drummer feels he has had enough and decides to leave the band for a short while. His break produces one of his best-loved songs.

Finally, we celebrate the life of a writer from the Brill Building, who passed away on August 22, 2011. He had an enormous connection to Elvis Presley.

All that, plus chart talk and great conversation between friends.

That is this week, on Episode 65 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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"Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I'm 64?"

Here we are on our 64th road trip. This one is very special. In celebration of Aaron heading to Liverpool, Tony has come up with an all-Beatles show.

We start off with the launch of a magazine, a special magazine, devoted to The Beatles that went for over 300 issues.

Then we look at a music store, in Liverpool, with a history connected with The Beatles.

Third, we visit The Cavern for The Beatles' final show. There is a lot to talk about, when you talk about The Cavern Club.

Finally, The Beatles are on the brink of making a name for themselves in America. Hear all about that story.

All that, plus chart talk, a commercial and great conversation with between best friends. All that and more on Episode 64 of The Way-Back Music Machine.

Note, we will be taking a two week hiatus...see you in August!

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The Way-Back Music Machine hits the road for the 63rd time. And this trip is as fun and exciting as the previous 62!

This week we start with the live debut of a super group in New York City at the Filmore East, in 1969. It is interesting how they came together and how they fell apart. But that didn't happen for a number of years.

Then a rockabilly cat, who is a major influence on The Beatles, has a hit in the United Kingdom with a song that was suggested by Johnny Cash. It sounds confusing but it isn't. And maybe Elvis does a better version of it?

Finally we look back at a famous comment that caused quite a stir in South America and the southern United States. Proof that The Beatles did not always win over fans.

All that, plus our From Memphis to Merseyside segment, charts, great stories and two friends chatting about rock and roll.

That is this week's episode of The Way-Back Music Machine.

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