In this special holiday episode, we explore a record that is not a Christmas album, but it has the feel of a wintertime album. That's "Songs from the Wood" by Jethro Tull from 1977, which has themes relating to British folklore, nature, countryside, and the solstice. Mark talks about the band's unique fusion of progressive rock, British folk, and traditional music. In addition, he discusses a blended Scotch whisky called Naked Malt, from Famous Grouse, and explains how its flavors and profile complement the album's earthy and rustic tones.

In this episode we look back at the band KISS as they embark on their final live shows at Madison Square Garden in New York. We also take a look at their 1989 record Hot in the Shade and subsequent 1990 tour, which was host Mark Dauner’s entry point into KISS fandom. Our whiskey pairing for this episode: Wild Turkey 101 bourbon.

In this episode we explore the progressive rock masterpiece of Genesis' 1972 Foxtrot album, paired with the elegant and accessible Glenmorangie 10 scotch whisky. We cover musical journey of guitarist Steve Hackett and his contributions to Genesis (and beyond), as well as providing a look into the epic "Supper's Ready." Don't miss this captivating blend of great music and Highland whisky.

In this episode Mark, discusses the 2023 release of new music from iconic rock bands The Rolling Stones and The Beatles. What a time to be alive! Mark praises The Rolling Stones' latest album "Hackney Diamonds", and the new Beatles song "Now and Then". Mark doesn't provide a regular whiskey recommendation in this episode, but instead suggests the listener pour a drink of their choice, as well as a special recommendation of a Wyoming distillery, Pine Bluffs Distilling.

This week we conclude (well, almost) multi-episode journey into a playlist called “October Spirits” - 40 spooky tunes for the Halloween season. In this episode, we explore the 13 creepy, haunting, and NEW songs from the past decade that were spooky enough to make the list, plus our 40th and final song - I think you’re gonna like it. Our whiskey pairing for this week is Smokehead Single Malt Scotch Whisky: The Rock Edition - the first Islay scotch I ever tasted.

This week we continue our multi-episode journey into a playlist called “October Spirits” - 40 spooky tunes for the Halloween season. In this episode, we explore the 13 creepy, haunting, and heavy songs from the world of metal. Our whiskey pairing for this week is Jim Beam Devil’s Cut bourbon.

It's Friday the 13th and that means it's time to start our multi-episode dive into a playlist of 40 spooky tunes for the Halloween season. In this episode, we explore the first 13 creepy, haunting, and superstitious songs ranging from early blues to 70s and 80s rock and roll. We pair the playlist with a bourbon called Crossroads from Blue Note Bourbon out of Memphis, Tennessee.

Today’s episode explores Greta Van Fleet, with their 4th studio album, “Starcatcher.” We explore the echoes of rock legends in their sound, and the distinct parallels with a growing category of whiskey that puts a fresh take on an old classic: the American Single Malt. Specifically, Stranahan’s Colorado Single Malt Whiskey.

Today on the podcast, Mark listens to Alice Cooper’s 3rd studio album “Love It To Death” from 1975, then pairs it with a Scotch whisky with just the right age statement to go with this record: Jonnie Walker Aged 18 Years (formerly Johnnie Walker Platinum).

It’s the debut episode of the Rock and Roll Whiskey Show, where we pair a rock and roll record with a whiskey that fits it. Today on the podcast, Mark listens to Lynyrd Skynyrd’s 3rd studio album “Nuthin’ Fancy” from 1975, then pairs it with a bourbon that is name-checked in the last track, “Whiskey Rock-a-Roller.”