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Tyler Snodgrass & Danny Maupin

Comedians Tyler Snodgrass and Danny Maupin are building the ultimate country music playlist one song a time. Each week the hosts research and discuss a different boot-stompin' country banger that they believe is so good it might convert a country music hater, often with the help of a comedian guest. And then the song of the week is added to their public playlist!

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7: "Vaping on the Job" by Dougie Poole

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01/10/22 • 62 min

On this week’s episode Danny and Tyler take it way, way, waaaaay back to the year 2020 and discuss the clever, catchy, and all-too-relatable “Vaping on the Job” by Dougie Poole. Poole is a singer-songwriter living in Brooklyn who approaches country as an experimental music form, often incorporating drum machines and synthesizers into his music. He sings about the financial struggles of young creatives, love in the digital age, and big city living—but don’t be fooled into thinking his music or lyrics are any less country than Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Dwight Yoakam.
The boys chat about their own methods of escapism while at work, the importance of pooping on the clock, and which of Poole’s lyrics hit them the hardest.

Other Dougie Poole songs recommended by Danny and Tyler include:
“Buddhist for a Couple Days”
“Natural Touch”
“Claire”
“These Drugs Aren’t Working”
“Los Angeles”
“The Who’s Who of Who Cares”
“Toshiba Sky”
“Port Authority Hymn”
(honestly the entirety of his two full length LPs are so great)

We hope you’ll support Dougie Poole and buy his music by going to https://dougiepoole.bandcamp.com
Follow the link to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, including "Vaping on the Job":
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
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25: "Tulsa's Last Magician" by Willi Carlisle

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06/13/22 • 73 min

Grab a whiskey and grab a hanky, because we've got a hell of a story song for you this week! On this episode, Danny and Tyler discuss one of their favorite songs of 2022: Willi Carlisle's "Tulsa's Last Magician." A sincere, thoughtful, and talented songwriter, folklorist, and multi-instrumentalist, Willi Carlisle has quickly become one of the boys favorite new artists. If you like gut-punching lyrical poetry and bouncy, charming finger-pickin', then you're gonna like Willi and the song of the week.
Enjoying the podcast? We're listener supported! Support us on Patreon HERE!
New to Willi? We've got some recs for you, including...
What The Rocks Don’t Know
Boy Howdy, Hot Dog!
Angels
The Bear
Blueprints for Heaven
Folk Art Masterpiece
Life on the Fence
Cheap Cocaine
30th Year

Make sure to support Willi Carlisle by seeing him live when you can, or buying his music, including his upcoming album, Peculiar, Missouri.
Follow the link to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including the "Tulsa's Last Magician":
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
And now on TIDAL!
https://t.co/MHEvOz2DOA
For everything else click HERE!

63: "My Head Hurts, My Feet Stink And I Don't Love Jesus" by Jimmy Buffett

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09/12/23 • 67 min

Today on the podcast Danny and Tyler pay tribute to Jimmy Buffett, who sadly passed away recently. Jimmy Buffett has become very famous for his colorful fanbase, kitschy businesses, and the mega hit "Margaritaville," but he also had a string of excellent country albums in the early to mid 70's. Though he self-categorized as "Gulf & Western," he was undeniably country for quite some time. This week we dig into Buffett's legacy and underrated songs, and add the hangover gospel track "My Head Hurts, My Feet Stink and I Don't Love Jesus" (feat. the Oak Ridge Boys) to our ongoing playlist.
For just 5$ a month you can help keep the lights on and get access to bonus episodes! Consider supporting us on Patreon HERE!
Follow the link below to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including "My Head Hurts, My Feet Stink and I Don't Love Jesus" by Jimmy Buffett:
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
And on TIDAL!
https://t.co/MHEvOz2DOA
Haven't heard the Buffett deep cuts? Here's some recs from Danny and Tyler:

The Great Filling Station Holdup
Railroad Lady
God Don’t Own A Car
Brand New Country Star
Why Don’t We Get Drunk (and Screw)
Havana Daydreamin’
Big Rig
This Hotel Room

51: "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain" by Willie Nelson

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04/11/23 • 88 min

At long last! The incomparable Willie Nelson gets added to our public playlist! This week we dig into the innovative and influential album The Red Headed Stranger, and how Willie made the most of his newfound creative control in the early 70's. Plus we get into lots of fun Willie trivia!
Want bonus episodes? Or just want to help out the show? Support us on Patreon HERE!
Follow the link below to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain":
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
And on TIDAL!
https://t.co/MHEvOz2DOA
Here's some other Willie recs from Danny, and Tyler:

Can I Sleep In Your Arms
Denver
Hands on the Wheel
Buddy
Remember Me
Mamas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys
Whiskey River
Pretend I Never Happened
Bloody Mary Morning
Gotta Get Drunk
I Don’t Go To Funerals
Yesterday’s Wine
Sad Songs and Waltzes
Cowboys Are Frequently, Secretly Fond of Each Other
Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die

61: "I Don't Care" by Justin Townes Earle, w/ Max Fine

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08/22/23 • 84 min

This week we're joined by comedian Max Fine (In the Minivan Podcast) to discuss the incredible songwriting and impeccable aesthetics of the late great Justin Townes Earle. Narrowing down which song from Earle's diverse catalog to add to our ongoing playlist was tough, but we settled on one of his earliest songs, the bouncy, minimalist country ditty "I Don't Care" from his debut EP Yuma. We also discuss Justin's famous father Steve Earle, his relationship with Jason Isbell, and how we all did on various standardized tests.
For just 5$ a month you can help keep the lights on and get access to bonus episodes! Consider supporting us on Patreon HERE!
Follow the link below to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including "I Don't Care" by Justin Townes Earle:
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
And on TIDAL!
https://t.co/MHEvOz2DOA
New to JTE? Here are some more recs from Max, Danny, and Tyler:

Nothing’s Gonna Change The Way You Feel About me Now
There Go A Fool
If I Was The Devil
Champagne Corolla
Can’t Hardly Wait
Aint Got No Money
Working for the MTA
Lone Pine Hill

10: "You Can Have the Crown" by Sturgill Simpson, w/ Eli Coyote Mandel

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01/31/22 • 81 min

This week Danny and Tyler discuss one of their very favorite country artists of past or present: Sturgill Simpson. And they’re joined by fellow comedian, banjo player, and Sturgill fan, Eli Coyote Mandel (@elicoyote, SNL, Search Party)! Eli breaks down the Pete Seeger to John Prine to Sturgill Simpson pipeline, and how he went from hating country to loving it. The boys talk about Sturgill’s excellent storytelling, his rise to country stardom, and his refusal to stick to any one genre. We’re confident that if you’re a fan of folksy goodheartedness and/or fiery guitar licks you’re gonna like Sturgill.

It was hard to narrow down, but here are some more Sturgill recs from Eli, Danny, and Tyler:
Turtles All The Way Down
Sea Stories
In Bloom
Life of Sin
I’d Have To Be Crazy
The Promise
Brace For Impact (Live a Little)
Paradise [from the Broken Hearts and Dirty Windows vol 2 John Prine tribute album]
Railroad of Sin
A Little Light
Call to Arms

Follow the link to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including “You Can Have The Crown”:
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
You can now support us on PATREON!
For other playlists, ways to listen, and more, click here!
RIP to Hargus "Pig" Robbins (January 18, 1938 - January 30, 2022), who was mentioned in this episode (recorded in fall 2021). The Hall of Famer played not only with Sturgill Simpson, but with Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Bob Dylan, and just about everybody else. One of the best pianists of any genre.

53: "Don't Let Our Love Star Slippin' Away" by Vince Gill, w/ James Hamilton

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05/02/23 • 79 min

Vince Gill is one of the most accomplished country musicians of all time. He's received a record-breaking number of awards, sings like an angel, and makes shredding on guitar look easy. This week we are joined by comedian James Hamilton (@thejamham, VICE) to discuss Gill's smooth country bop "Don't Let Our Love Start Slippin' Away."
Help out the show AND get bonus episodes? Sounds pretty great, right? Support us on Patreon HERE!
Follow the link below to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including "Don't Let Our Love Start Slippin' Away":
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
And on TIDAL!
https://t.co/MHEvOz2DOA
New to Vince Gill? Here's some more tunes as recommended by James, Danny, and Tyler:

Whenever You Come Around
Go Rest High On That Mountain
Pretty Little Adriana
I Will Always Love You (with Dolly Parton)
Look At Us
Ridin’ The Rodeo
Sight for Sore Eyes
Oklahoma Borderline
She Don’t Know
Savannah (Don’t You Ever Think of Me)
Turn Me Loose
I Don’t Wanna Ride The Rails No More

33: "Let Me Be There" by Olivia Newton-John

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08/22/22 • 73 min

Did you know that Olivia Newton-John had a successful career in country music before she was a movie star and pop icon? On today's episode we pay tribute to the original country-to-pop superstar, Olivia Newton-John, who passed away earlier this month. Danny and Tyler discuss her surprise success in country music, the controversy it caused, and more!
Get bonus episodes, blog posts, and more by supporting us on Patreon HERE! (The more patrons we have, the more bonus episodes we release!)
Here's some other recommended ONJ songs (mostly country ones, too!)

Xanadu (feat. ELO)
If You Love Me, Let Me Know
Water Under the Bridge
Free the People
Country Girl
The River's Too Wide
Love Song
Just A Little Too Much

Follow the link below to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including "Let Me Be There"
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
And now on TIDAL!
https://t.co/MHEvOz2DOA
For everything else click HERE!

30: "Any Man of Mine" by Shania Twain, w/ Dewey Lovett

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07/25/22 • 104 min

This week Danny and Tyler are joined by comedian Dewey Lovett to discuss the Queen Of Country Pop, and the top-selling female country artist of all time, Shania Twain! It's hard to narrow down which of Shania's many, many bangers to include on the playlist, but we decided to go with her breakthrough crossover hit, "Any Man of Mine." On this episode we cover Shania's true rags to riches story, her music's themes of empowerment and feminism, and how her collaboration with producer and then-husband Mutt Lange changed radio country forever (for better, or for worse?).
Get bonus episodes, blog posts, and more by supporting us on Patreon HERE! <3
In case you need a reminder of Shania's great catalog, we have a few recommendations:

No One Needs To Know
Forever and For Always
Man! I Feel Like a Woman!
From This Moment On
(If You’re Not In It For Love) I’m Outta Here!
The Woman In Me (Needs The Man In You)
Home Aint Where His Heart Is (Anymore)
Whatever You Do! Don’t!
Honey I’m Home
Love Gets Me Every Time
It Only Hurts When I’m Breathing
God Aint Gonna Getcha For That
Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?
I’m Holding On To Love (To Save My Life)
Up!

Follow the link to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including "Any Man of Mine":
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
And now on TIDAL!
https://t.co/MHEvOz2DOA
For everything else click HERE!

32: "All Your'n" by Tyler Childers, w/ Kenny DeForest

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08/15/22 • 80 min

This week the boys are joined by Kenny DeForest (@kennydeforest, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Late Late Show) to talk about the gruff yet poetic songs of Tyler Childers. Specifically, we focus on "All Your'n," one of his catchiest tunes (and with a very psychedelic video). We also talk Childers' incredible ability to capture struggle, debauchery, and love through his poetic lyrics, and how he made a protest album with almost no words sung.
Get bonus episodes, blog posts, and more by supporting us on Patreon HERE! (The more patrons we have, the more bonus episodes we release!)
Wanna hear more Tyler Childers but don't know where to start? Try these songs, recommended by Kenny, Danny, and Tyler:

Nose on the Grindstone
Whitehouse Road
Feathered Indians
Lady May
Country Squire
House Fire
Purgatory
I Swear (To God)
Ever Lovin’ Hand
Long Violent History

Follow the link below to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify, now including "All Your'n"
https://tinyurl.com/takethispodplaylist
And now on TIDAL!
https://t.co/MHEvOz2DOA
For everything else click HERE!
See the full video of Tyler Childers' explanation of his album Long Violent History here.

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