Did the art of the solo in pop/rock music peak between 1975 and 1985? And why did it become something of a lost art thereafter? John and Tom discuss the history and importance of the solo (any instrument) in modern music history, each sharing five of their favorite solos for purposes of demonstration and admiration.

What do you think are the elements of a quintessential solo in pop/rock music? And where have all the good times gone?

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Referenced and Related:

• ⁠⁠Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main⁠⁠
• ⁠John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Intro/outro: Stock Music “We’re Here” composed by John H. Nixon (BMI)
  

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“Born at Sea. Raised on Radio.”

Where does Ned Doheny fit into this ongoing conversation? Might he be one of four on yacht rock’s Mt. Rushmore of under-the-radar solo acts?

With that often “proto”-identifying sound…definite embrace of the yachty R&B vibes…that omnipresent acoustic guitar rooting down the rhythms? He’s a bit of an enigma, which is why Tom and John took a deeper dive 🛎️ into the life, career and musical stylings of one Ned Doheny. Special album focus on Hard Candy.

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• ⁠⁠Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main⁠⁠
• ⁠John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Intro/outro: Stock Music “We’re Here” composed by John H. Nixon (BMI)

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“Born at Sea. Raised on Radio.”

Were there ghosts in the music machine back in the 70s and 80s? Most certainly…more than you know. This week, John and Tom share their favorite ghost stories: uncredited session performances on some of music’s most famous tracks, no less — and likely, some of which you never knew were there!

It's Halloween in May! (or something)

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Referenced and Related:

• ⁠⁠Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main⁠⁠
• ⁠John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Intro/outro: Stock Music “We’re Here” composed by John H. Nixon (BMI)

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“Born at Sea. Raised on Radio.”

Part 2 of our exploration into the storied career of Rick Springfield examines the post-heyday chapter. Tom was shocked how much he liked a certain three-album run from this era of his story. Perhaps you will be too!

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• ⁠⁠Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main⁠⁠
• ⁠John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Intro/outro: Stock Music “We’re Here” composed by John H. Nixon (BMI)

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“Born at Sea. Raised on Radio.”

How well do you really know Rick Springfield? What about Tim Pierce, Mike Baird, Jerry Hey, Richard Page and Tommy Funderburk? There’s a lot to like and a lot that gets unfairly dismissed about the man with more than 20 charting hit singles to his name. If all you think of when you hear “Rick Springfield” is “Jessie’s Girl,” allow Tom and John to open your eyes and ears to the depths beneath the surface…

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Referenced and Related:

• ⁠⁠Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main⁠⁠
• ⁠John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Intro/outro: Stock Music “We’re Here” composed by John H. Nixon (BMI)

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“Born at Sea. Raised on Radio.”

Tom and John take a tour through the long and storied careers of Richard Page and Steve George. Beginning with their early careers as session vocalists, through the three-record run Pages had, all the way through the game-changing band that was Mr. Mister. Quite the evolution for two of music’s hardest-working but underrated geniuses.

N.B.: The Inside Musicast interview with Richard Page, Steve George, and John Lang.

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Referenced and Related:

• ⁠⁠Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main⁠⁠
• ⁠John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Intro/outro: Stock Music “We’re Here” composed by John H. Nixon (BMI)

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“Born at Sea. Raised on Radio.”

J-M Sutcliffe, vocalist and guitarist with Super db, joins the podcast to discuss the band’s history, influences and trajectory. Of course, the boys can’t resist talking about “single-note” rhythm guitar, an essential element of smooth, west-coast-influenced pop rock. With notes of funk, R&B and yacht rock, Super db’s hooks and rhythms are irresistible, so treat yourself if you haven’t already! Who doesn’t like a band of brothers resurrecting the sounds of the 70s and 80s?!

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Referenced and Related:

• Check out Super db on Bandcamp
• Yachty! Official music video to Open Line to Me ⁠⁠
• Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main⁠⁠
• ⁠John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Intro/outro: Stock Music “We’re Here” composed by John H. Nixon (BMI)
  

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“Born at Sea. Raised on Radio.”

Kevin Sucher, founder and vocalist with yacht rock tribute band The Docksiders, joins Out of the Main to help John and Tom finish off the madness that was their March 2025 tournament of champions: The Vinyl Four!

What was the biggest, baddest, most important album from (roughly) 1975 to 1985 in (mostly) the genres we cover on the podcast? Tune in to hear our picks, and leave your disputes and corrections in the comments on Facebook or X!

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Referenced and Related:

• ⁠⁠Playlist of songs featured on Out of the Main⁠⁠
• ⁠John’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Tom’s Spotify Yacht Rock Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Intro/outro: Stock Music “We’re Here” composed by John H. Nixon (BMI)

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“Born at Sea. Raised on Radio.”