Derringer Discoveries - A Music Adventure Podcast
Get ready for a fast-paced, witty ride through the world of music! Hosted by Team Derringer—Laura, Alton, and Paul—this podcast dives into the stories behind the songs and the artists who create them. From legendary icons to rising indie stars (many of whom join us on the show), we explore the music that moves us all. Now in our 5th year and streaming in over 30 countries, Derringer Discoveries is your backstage pass to a global music journey. New episodes drop twice a month, packed with sharp commentary, music snippets, and plenty of surprises. 🎧 Subscribe to our free newsletter and never miss a beat: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/subscribe
Episodes
Monday Feb 15, 2021
Monday Feb 15, 2021
Using humor, unique insights, and brotherly love, in this Part A episode with help from Special Guest Alton, The Derringer Brothers - Paul & Dave - discuss Fleetwood Mac's first seven years as a band right up until the phenomenal addition of Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks.
With plenty of first loves and memory-fests including Dave's very own wrestling song and Paul's fascination with the Bermuda Triangle, they also manage to provide helpful insight about the 10 Fleetwood Mac albums and various singles released from 1967 to 1974, celebrating the Peter Green years followed by the Bob Welch years and the rise of Christine McVie.
Along the way, they tell the strange, almost unbelievable tale of how Mick Fleetwood and John McVie had to sue their manager to reclaim the band's name and how, after failing to sniff the charts for nine singles in a row, they almost called it quits right before the stars aligned and they began their incredible ascent to superstardom status. These true-life tales are uniquely spun by The Derringer Brothers and any concerns about "jumping the shark" are held at bay until Part B.
The songs in this episode are featured on Fleetwood Mac Won't Stop Playlist - Derringer Discoveries.
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Derringer Discoveries' theme song, Your Sister's Room, is by the band Ho Jo Fro. The post-episode playout features a snippet of the song Crazy Kellyanne, a new single by Ho Jo Fro released in 2021. Support a struggling artist by adding a song or two of theirs to your favorite playlist!
Thursday Jan 28, 2021
Thursday Jan 28, 2021
Using humor, unique insights, and brotherly love, The Derringer Brothers discuss and debate Steely Dan's best songs. Along with Special Guest Tom from Massachusetts and plenty of first loves and memory-fests, Paul & Dave celebrate the songwriting talents of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker, giving a Derringer-exclusive spin on the meaning and emotional impact of Steely Dan's lyrics. Along the way, they marvel at record producer Gary Katz and recording engineer Roger Nichols. They also weigh-in on the best song from each classic album, best overall album, and whether or not Steely Dan jumped the shark!
With the exception of the song "Dallas" which appears to be only available on YouTube, all songs discussed in this podcast episode can be found on our Spotify Steely Dan Playlist.
Contact Paul & Dave at derringerdiscoveries@gmail.com and follow Derringer Discoveries on your favorite digital platform.
The Derringer Discoveries theme song, Your Sister's Room, is by the band Ho Jo Fro. Support a struggling artist by adding a song or two of theirs to your favorite playlist!
Wednesday Jan 13, 2021
Wednesday Jan 13, 2021
According to Spotify, Ed Sheeran's popularity puts him at #2 worldwide. In this episode, while shedding light on Sheeran's songwriting talent, the Derringer Brothers and special guests discuss important music-related matters, such as the five eras of recorded music and why 1,250 digital streams counts as a unit sold. Everyone also weighs-in on whether or not Sheeran has Jumped the Shark!
Stay tuned after this episode for a special interview with a Derringer Discoveries listener regarding Cougar vs. Mellencamp from episode 7.
The songs discussed in this episode can be found on our Ed Sheeran Inspired playlist, along with other fantastic artists from around the world. To submit a song to this playlist, visit Soundplate.com.
NEW:
For the Top 25 best new songs worldwide, according to Derringer Discoveries and as updated monthly, please visit The Turnip Music Radio (TMR) Top 25.
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Your Sister's Room by Ho Jo Fro is the theme song for Derringer Discoveries and is available for streaming on most platforms. In addition, today's post-episode playout features a snippet of 1970 (Just Passing Thru), also by Ho Jo Fro.
Thursday Dec 24, 2020
Thursday Dec 24, 2020
Using humor, unique insights, and brotherly love, The Derringer Brothers debate the merits of John Cougar compared with John Mellencamp. Dave fights for Cougar while Paul defends Mellencamp. Along the way, they discuss John's best songs and albums; his 35+ years spearheading Farm Aid; and whether or not John jumped the shark!
The songs in this episode are featured on Cougar & Mellecamp's Best Playlist - Derringer Discoveries #007.
Contact Paul & Dave at derringerdiscoveries@gmail.com and follow Derringer Discoveries on your favorite digital platform.
Derringer Discoveries' theme song, Your Sister's Room, is by the band Ho Jo Fro. The post-episode playout also features a snippet of the song Brother from Ho Jo Fro's 2019 album Hope Springs Eternal. Support a struggling artist by adding a song or two of theirs to your favorite playlist!
Sunday Dec 13, 2020
Sunday Dec 13, 2020
Using humor, unique insights, and brotherly love, The Derringer Brothers celebrate and discuss the best songs by the Electric Light Orchestra (ELO). With three special guests and memory-fests of first loves and misspent youth, the brothers reveal which long-time, core member of ELO got shafted by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and whether or not ELO jumped the shark!
The songs in this episode are featured on ELO's Best Playlist - Derringer Discoveries.
Contact Paul & Dave at derringerdiscoveries@gmail.com and follow Derringer Discoveries on your favorite digital platform.
Derringer Discoveries' theme song, Your Sister's Room, is by the band Ho Jo Fro. Support a struggling artist by adding a song or two of theirs to your favorite playlist!
Sunday Nov 29, 2020
Sunday Nov 29, 2020
In this episode, The Derringer Brothers celebrate and discuss the five sides of Ben Folds while highlighting Ben's impressive and far-reaching global impact as a songwriter, musician, and collaborator. Stay to the end and discover The Derringer Brothers' favorite side of Ben and whether or not Ben Folds Jumped the Shark!
The songs discussed in this episode are included on the Ben Folds Inspired playlist, along with other worthy artists worldwide who have been inspired by Ben Folds and the Ben Folds Five.
NEW:
Starting October 2021, Derringer Discoveries officially unveiled The Turnip Music Radio (TMR) Top 25. Updated monthly, the TMR Top 25 contains the 25 best songs of what's new worldwide in fresh folk, adult rock, and power pop. Click the link and see if you agree.
Contact derringerdiscoveries@gmail.com and "follow" Derringer Discoveries on your favorite digital platform.
Your Sister's Room by Ho Jo Fro is the theme song for Derringer Discoveries and is available for streaming on most platforms.









