Hey constant lister! Kevin and John are out of their quarantine bunker. Sadly, with a somewhat somber episode. With the shocking news of Edward Lodewijk Van Halen’s passing, we look back on the opening tracks to Van Halen’s self-titled debut. T

15 Tighten Up

Jun 9th, 2020 1h 33m

This is a podcast episode by Coffee and Consoles. The name of this podcast episode is Tighten Up. If such poetic marketing worked for The Black Keys, maybe it will for us too? Eh...probably not!Almost exactly 10 years ago, the rock duo fr

14 Little Richard

Jun 5th, 2020 1h 10m

Another sad loss in the musical world occurred with the passing of Little Richard. We reflect on one of the most important and influential figures in Rock n Roll history by looking at two of his most iconic hits, “Tutti Frutti” and “Long Tall

13 Sam Stone

May 14th, 2020 1h 1m

John Prine, one of America’s most revered songwriters, passed away this past April at the age of 73. Often heralded as a hero of a “New Nashville,” Prine leaves behind many great songs and memorable stories. We try our best in this second tri

12 Where Do My Bluebirds Fly

May 1st, 2020 59m 44s

If you are 5’7” and have the nerve to call yourself The Tallest Man On Earth, you are most likely Kristian Matsson. This episode we discuss the Swedish songwriter’s track “We Do My Bluebird Fly,” from his 2008 album Shallow Grave. Beware of o

11 Ain't No Sunshine

Apr 10th, 2020 46m 38s

After a sad week in the world of music, we decided to do an impromptu tribute episode of sorts. We discuss the legacy of the late Bill Withers and how his music has stood the test of time. We spend some time on one of his earliest and most fam

10 Back In Black

Mar 31st, 2020 1h 18m

We hit the sack, it’s been too long, we’re glad to be back. So what does one need for that authentic AC/DC sound? Marshalls, Gibsons, and the Young brothers. We got two out of three, which ain’t too shabby. It’s already been 40 years since th

Bonus

Worktape: Back in Black

Mar 23rd, 2020 8m 36s

For the weeks without a full episode, we are starting these short “work tapes” to tide you over. Hear John try to remember a song on the spot, with Kevin correcting him. One of us is an AC/DC connoisseur. Can you tell which one?Please SUBSCR

Coffee and Consoles Covid-19 Update

Mar 20th, 2020 11m 57s

A quick update concerning the future of Coffee and Consoles in relation to Covid-19.Please SUBSCRIBE and kindly leave us a 5-STAR RATING. Do you have a song suggestion? Want to hear your feedback on the show? Reach out to us!Email: cof

9 The Spirit Of Radio

Mar 12th, 2020 1h 12m

Begin the day with a friendly voice. A companion, unobtrusive. Play this podcast that’s so elusive, and the magic music will make your morning mood! Kevin and John talk about this classic track from Rush, from their 1980 album Permanent Waves

8 Paper Airplane

Feb 18th, 2020 1h 16m

Alison Krauss and Union Station (don’t forget Jerry Douglas!) have been staples in the bluegrass and country scene for years, and with good reason. This is the title track off their 2011 album of the same name. It earned them the Grammy for Be

7 Crossroads

Feb 6th, 2020 1h 18m

Tell your friend Willie Brown to come on down to the Crossroads with us. We talk about John Mayer’s rendition of the Robert Johnson classic from his 2009 album, Battle Studies. And you can’t talk about that version without discussing old slow

6 Pride And Joy

Jan 16th, 2020 1h 22m

A guitarist who influenced an entire generation, Stevie Ray Vaughan was unapologetically a blues musician. We dive into one of his most popular songs from the debut album Texas Flood. We also discuss how him and his band Double Trouble got dis

5 Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don't Be Late)

Dec 19th, 2019 49m

Tis the season! We have a little fun looking back on the recording that introduced the world to three furry, high-pitched varmints. The song hit No. 1 on Billboard and grabbed three Grammy Awards, including Best Engineered Record (Non-Classic

4 Hallelujah

Dec 5th, 2019 1h 7m

Jeff Buckley’s mesmerizing rendition of this Leonard Cohen song shares more in common with someone else’s version than the original itself. When and how did this song grow out of obscurity and become a staple in today’s music? We talk about th

3 Come Together

Nov 21st, 2019 1h 21m

One and one and one is episode three! The opening track to The Beatles’ ground-breaking album, Abbey Road, is seen through our mojo filter. What do a “bed-in” peace protest, a failed run at California’s governorship, Chuck Berry, and Elvis al

2 It's Been a Long Long Time

Nov 14th, 2019 54m 43s

Our second episode looks at Bing Crosby’s 1945 recording of “It’s Been a Long, Long Time.” Did it ever top another popular recording of the same song? We have the legend Les Paul providing some tasty guitar licks and thoughts on this period of

1 Whole Lotta Love

Nov 1st, 2019 1h 1m

In our debut episode, we give you every inch of Led Zeppelin’s only Top Ten hit, “Whole Lotta Love.” We talk about the guitar riff, recording techniques, Willie Dixon, Small Faces, theremins, and…cryptomnesia? Please SUBSCRIBE and reach out

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