EPISODE OVERVIEW Get ready to celebrate the legacy of one of music’s most iconic storytellers - Billy Joel . As news breaks that the Piano Man is undergoing treatment for normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), Team Derringer takes a heartfelt and humorous dive into his extraordinary catalog. But this isn’t your typical “greatest hits” tribute. We’re joined by a very special guest: 22-year-old singer-songwriter and pianist Max Weinman from Arizona. Max doesn’t just admire Billy Joel - he channels his spirit. With a striking resemblance to a young Billy and a musical sensibility to match, Max brings a fresh, passionate perspective to Joel’s work. IN THIS EPISODE Max shares how he first discovered Billy Joel and how the Piano Man shaped his own songwriting journey. He rates his fandom on a scale from 1 to 10 (spoiler: it’s high). And he reveals his Top 3 favorite Billy Joel songs - none of which were chart-toppers. That’s right: no “Piano Man,” no “Uptown Girl,” no “Just the Way You Are.” Instead, Max takes us deep into the vault with three underrated gems that deserve the spotlight. But that’s not all. After the countdown, we flip the mic and shine a light on Max ’s own music. Laura , Paul , and Alton each choose a track from Max’s 2024 debut album - “ Julia ,” “ In Our Silence ,” and “ A Sonata for Yesterday ” - and invite Max to share the stories behind the songs. It’s a powerful moment of connection between musical generations. Whether you’re a lifelong Billy Joel fan or discovering Max Weinman for the first time, this episode is a celebration of melody, memory, and musical storytelling. WANT TO JOIN THE SHOW? Be a Special Guest Want to be a Special Guest like Max? All you need is enthusiasm and a love for Derringer Discoveries! (Plus, subscribing to our newsletter and listening regularly helps!) Be a Featured Music Artist To be featured as a Musical Artist on Derringer Discoveries, you'll need 10,000+ monthly listeners on Spotify. How to Get Involved: Want to be a Special Guest? Drop us a line at feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com with the major artist you'd like us to feature, plus your Top 5 favorite songs by that artist. Want to be a Featured Music Artist? Send us an email and include a Spotify link to your music at feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com . SPOTIFY PLAYLIST: BILL JOEL INSPIRED This episode features a Spotify playlist celebrating songs from the episode, plus other global artists who inspire us. If you're an artist inspired by this episode, send us a Spotify link to your song - if it fits the format and is a solid track, we’ll add it to the playlist (as long as you're a regular Derringer Discoveries listener!).

What do The Archies (1969), Milli Vanilli (1988–90), Sabrina Carpenter (2015–present) and The Velvet Sundown share in common? Team Derringer traces the arc of manufactured music.

EPISODE OVERVIEW If you don't immediately recognize the name Damiano David , you need to stick around—because he is clearly on the rise. Back in 2015, he was playing the streets of Rome before his band Måneskin became an international sensation. With three major albums selling millions of downloads since 2017, Måneskin now has over 20 million monthly listeners on Spotify, ranking among the Top 500 recording artists in the world—not just in Italy, but globally. Now, without breaking up the band, Damiano David launched his solo career in May 2025 with his debut album, and he's rapidly making history. Prior to its release, his solo work had 7 million monthly listeners—but since May 2025, that number has skyrocketed to 12 million monthly listeners. That’s a 5 million listener increase in just one month—an achievement few artists can claim. As of now, June 2025, Damiano David has a packed schedule with exciting events lined up! Here are some of his upcoming projects and performances: Major Festivals : He'll be hitting some of the biggest music festivals, including Rock Werchter in Belgium (July 3-6), Lollapalooza in Chicago (August 1-3), and Osheaga in Montreal (August 1). Solo Shows : Fans can catch him at An Evening With Damiano David in London on September 28-29. North American Tour : He has multiple solo concerts across the U.S. and Canada, including stops in Seattle (November 21), San Francisco (November 23), Los Angeles (November 25), Chicago (November 29), and Brooklyn (December 8-9). International Dates : His tour extends worldwide, with performances in cities like Milan, Paris, Sydney, Tokyo, and São Paulo. SPECIAL GUEST: CAMILLA PASSANI Joining Team Derringer in this episode is special guest Camilla Passani , a longtime listener and recording artist from Rome. Back in 2016 , Camilla shared an open mic stage with Damiano in what would become a fateful night in her career. She dives into the details of that unforgettable moment and shares her three favorite songs (so far!) by the mega-superstar while we play snippets. Not only that—this episode also features music from Camilla herself, who now joins us as an Honorary Derringer, a title earned from listening to our podcast for over three years . WANT TO JOIN THE SHOW? Be a Special Guest Want to be a Special Guest like Camilla? All you need is enthusiasm and a love for Derringer Discoveries! (Plus, subscribing to our newsletter and listening regularly helps!) Be a Featured Music Artist To be featured as a Musical Artist on Derringer Discoveries, you'll need 10,000+ monthly listeners on Spotify. How to Get Involved: Want to be a Special Guest? Drop us a line at feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com with the major artist you'd like us to feature, plus your Top 5 favorite songs by that artist. Want to be a Featured Music Artist? Send us an email and include a Spotify link to your music at feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com. INFO & SHOW NOTES: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/084 SPOTIFY PLAYLIST: DAMIANO DAVID INSPIRED This episode features a Spotify playlist celebrating songs from the episode, plus other global artists who inspire us. If you're an artist inspired by this episode, send us a Spotify link to your song - if it fits the format and is a solid track, we’ll add it to the playlist (as long as you're a regular Derringer Discoveries listener!).

ABOUT THE EPISODE Join Derringer Discoveries hosts Paul, Laura, and Alton in this exciting episode where they are joined by the talented Canadian musician Kevin Franco , who records under the name of The Muster Point Project . In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Kevin’s song “I’ve Heard It All,” a musical treasure trove filled with dozens of references to Canadian artists and their iconic songs who have shaped Canada’s musical identity over the years! HIGHLIGHTS Meet Kevin Franco and dive into the creative process behind The Muster Point Project . Explore the meaning and inspiration behind “ I’ve Heard It All ”. Discover the rich tapestry of Canadian music references woven into the song. JOIN US Don't miss out on the fun— click the play button above to listen to our latest podcast episode and uncover the hidden gems of Canadian music! And for all you music aficionados, be sure to check out the show notes for the complete lyrics to “ I’ve Heard It All .” We've also included links to all the Canadian artists mentioned in Kevin’s song (we think!), so you can explore their amazing work. Tune in, sing along, and celebrate the vibrant world of Canadian music with us!

WHAT IS A TROUBADOUR? Simply put, a troubadour is a poet whose words come to life through music. With lyrics at the heart of their craft, troubadours use melodies to enhance the storylines they tell. In today’s world, the term “troubadour” is often swapped for “singer-songwriter,” a label as universal as it is captivating. Some troubadours pour their hearts into performing the words of another poet, while others pen their own lyrical masterpieces. Regardless of who writes the words, a troubadour's ultimate mission is to forge an emotional connection with their audience—bringing stories to life and keeping listeners hooked, eager to play the song on repeat. Each time you listen, another layer of meaning emerges, creating a timeless experience worth thousands of plays. IN THIS EPISODE We— Team Derringer (Laura, Alton, and Paul)—are thrilled to welcome Brooklyn-based songwriter Marv Conan to Derringer Discoveries ! As you listen, you’ll hear how Marv takes pride in representing Brooklyn over the broader NYC—though we did convince him to sneak in “NYC” for the outro voiceover. Marv has recently released a heartfelt tribute titled Judy Joan & Buffy , inspired by three iconic troubadours who shaped his youth in the early 1960s. Their stories begin in Greenwich Village in the U.S. (for two) and one in Canada—with some controversy on the latter! Want to learn more? You’ll have to tune in! These three musical legends— Judy Collins , Joan Baez , and Buffy Sainte-Marie —were a lifeline for Marv during his time in the U.S. Army in the 1960s. He spent countless hours listening to their songs on vinyl, immersing himself in their transformative art. Now, decades later, Marv honors them with his own song, Judy Joan & Buffy . WHAT TO EXPECT Join Team Derringer as we chat with Marv and delve into his creative process. You’ll hear snippets of Judy Joan & Buffy , beautifully performed by UK’s Victoria BeeBee , known for touring with Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel . Plus, we explore the careers of Judy Collins , Joan Baez , and Buffy Sainte-Marie —three troubadours who forever shaped the folk music landscape. With Marv’s guidance, we highlight two songs from each legend, showcasing why these incredible artists are worth rediscovering. So, press play and join us on this musical journey. You might just find yourself falling for these legendary troubadours all over again. The theme song for Derringer Discoveries is Your Sister's Room by the band, Ho Jo Fro . If you enjoyed this episode, please "Follow" our podcast and tell others about Derringer Discoveries. Find all Derringer Discoveries episodes on our website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes . You can also follow us on social media: Instagram , Facebook , Threads , X , and BlueSky Social and you can keep up with all things Derringer by signing up for our newsletter . We appreciate every listener! Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries !

Team Derringer is back with a bang! In this episode, Laura, Alton, and Paul take you on a wild ride through the music scene without a featured artist or guest host. Instead, they spotlight three amazing acts that have recently landed on their radar! First up, we have the Swedish sensation, The Tallest Man on Earth . Spoiler alert: he's not actually the tallest man on earth, but his talent sure is towering! Next, they chat about Penelope Road , an up-and-coming young band known for harmonies so tight they’ll make your spine tingle! And don't miss out on the lowdown about Beach Bunny , a pop-rock/pop-punk powerhouse from Chicago that’s racking up over 7 million monthly listeners on Spotify. What’s in the water in Chicago?! We've addressed some burning questions like: How tall is The Tallest Man on Earth really? Which track turned Penelope Road into TikTok darlings? And who exactly is Beach Bunny 's oldest fan? As an added bonus, Team Derringer highlights a new EP recently released by friend-of-the-podcast, Bryan Cooper . You won’t want to miss his new release, Cognition by Proxy . Craving more details? Tune in to the full episode! Find the artists here: The Tallest Man on Earth: https://thetallestmanonearth.com Penelope Road: https://www.instagram.com/peneloperoad Beach Bunny: https://www.beachbunnymusic.com Bryan Cooper: https://www.bryancooperofficial.com The theme song for Derringer Discoveries is Your Sister's Room by the band, Ho Jo Fro . If you enjoyed this episode, please "Follow" our podcast and tell others about Derringer Discoveries. Find all Derringer Discoveries episodes on our website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes . You can also follow us on social media: Instagram , Facebook , Threads , X , and BlueSky Social and you can keep up with all things Derringer by signing up for our newsletter . We appreciate every listener! Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries !

Regardless of one's opinion about Bob Dylan 's voice and musicianship, he is an undisputed legend with an extensive catalog of classic songs that continue to be covered by just about every artist in every genre on this planet. In the wake of " A Complete Unknown ," the impressive new movie about Dylan , the legend has reached new heights with a new audience, and everybody wants a piece of the Dylan pie, including us! We are Team Derringer (Laura, Alton, and Paul) of Derringer Discoveries . In this episode, we are joined by recording artist Colm Gavin of Dublin, Ireland, who is on tour with Dean Friedman (see EP74 ). The Gavin/Friedman tour will feature a concert at the Triad Theatre in New York City on March 22, 2025. One week later, on March 29, Dean Friedman will join Team Derringer at the Derringer Discoveries' Park Street Coffee House in Charlottesville, VA (US). See below for ticket information. What are your Top 5 favorite Dylan songs? Tune in to this episode to hear Colm Gavin 's Top 5, and tell us if you agree or have your own list by emailing feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com . Who knows, your list might make it into our next music adventure newsletter! Colm and Team Derringer share their thoughts on " A Complete Unknown ," and we put Gavin on the spot not once, but twice! How does Gavin rate Dylan on a scale of 1 to 10? And what are his feelings about the movie? Tune in and discover! Want to be a Featured Artist on Derringer Discoveries ? You'll need 10,000+ monthly listeners on Spotify. But if you want to be a Special Guest , all you need is a bucket of enthusiasm and a love for Derringer Discoveries (yep, you ned to be a regular listener!). If you want to be a Special Guest ? Drop us a line at feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com and let us know which major artist you want us to feature, along with your Top 5 favorite songs by that artist. Write to us, and we promise to respond! If you have 10,000 or more monthly listeners on Spotify, and want to be featured on a Derringer Discoveries episode, drop us a line and send a link to your music to: feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com . INFO and SHOW NOTES: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/080 This episode features the Spotify playlist " Dylan Inspired ," which includes Special Guest Colm Gavin 's top five Dylan songs, along with selections from Team Derringer and other artists inspired by Dylan , including today's special guest. If you are a recording artist inspired by Dylan , send us a Spotify link to your song . If it reasonably fits the format and is a solid song, we'll include it on the " Dylan Inspired " playlist. On 29 March 2024 , at 7:00 PM ET, Team Derringer is sponsoring a concert at our Derringer Discoveries' Park Street Coffee House in Charlottesville, VA (US) with our featured guest from Episode 74 , hitmaker Dean Friedman . Secure your tickets right here: Dean Friedman - In Concert [Charlottesville, VA] Tickets, Sat, Mar 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite As a special bonus, attending the Charlottesville concert means you'll meet the three members of Team Derringer : Laura, Alton, and Paul, in person. We guarantee a warm welcome that will leave you over the moon! Along with endless camaraderie, we'll present you with a commemorative poster and our exclusive Derringer Discoveries 5th Anniversary celebration sticker. These are sure to be treasured as collector's items in a thousand years! And yes, supplies are limited, so grab your tickets today, while you can! If you are not in the Charlottesville area, you can obtain tickets to one of Dean Friedman 's other 35+ concerts throughout the US and UK, some of which include today's Special Guest Colm Gavin on the bill. Click here: Dean Friedman 2025 US Tour by Concerts, Inc. | Eventbrite If you enjoyed this episode, please "Follow" our podcast and tell others about Derringer Discoveries . Find all Derringer Discoveries episodes on our website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes . Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries !

Oasis , the iconic English rock band, was formed in Manchester in 1991. Led by the Gallagher brothers, Liam and Noel, the band became one of the defining acts of the Britpop genre. Their debut album, Definitely Maybe (1994), was a massive success and became the fastest-selling debut album in British history at the time. They followed this with (What's the Story) Morning Glory? (1995), which became one of the best-selling albums of all time and solidified their place in music history. The 1990s were a golden era for Oasis , marked by their chart-topping hits, massive outdoor concerts like the legendary Knebworth shows in 1996, and a highly publicized rivalry with Blur known as the "Battle of Britpop". Despite internal conflicts and changing band members, Oasis remained a dominant force in the music scene until their split in 20091. In a surprising turn of events, Oasis announced a much-anticipated reunion tour in 2025, bringing the Gallagher brothers back together after 15 years. The reunion tour has been met with overwhelming excitement from fans. Team Derringer welcomes talented UK artist, Alexander Joseph , as this episode's special guest. Not only does Alex love all things music, he's also a sports enthusiast, having coached athletes across various sports, including the inspiring British wheelchair tennis players. In this exciting episode, Alex teams up with Laura, Alton, and Paul to dive deep into the legendary Oasis and share his top five favorite tracks by the iconic band. Get ready to ride the Britpop wave and relive the magic of Oasis with Alex's captivating countdown! Links for this episode: Oasis website . Alexander Joseph's LinkTree . Raquet in Hand (video) by Alexander Joseph . Derringer Discoveries ' Oasis Inspired playlist. If you enjoyed this episode, please "Follow" our podcast and tell others about Derringer Discoveries . Find all Derringer Discoveries episodes on our website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes . Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries !

Do you enjoy Post Malone 's music? Up until the recording of this episode, co-host Paul Derringer was not a fan! However, special guest Skylar Green managed to change Paul's mind! If you are not a Post Malone fan, listen to this episode and perhaps Skyler will change your opinion too. [You should still listen even if you are a fan of Post Malone!] Everyone knows that Post Malone is one of the top recording and performing artists in the world. Since his debut album Stoney in 2016, he has been slaying it. During this time, he has evolved from rapper to rocker to country crooner. He collaborates with just about everybody. Think of an artist you admire, and it is likely that Post Malone has performed with them. In this episode, Team Derringer (Laura, Alton, and Paul) conducts a countdown of special guest Skylar Green's Top 5 Songs by Post Malone . Listen to find out if you agree with Skylar. If you disagree, write to us and share your Top 5, and we might publish your list in our music adventure newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, please "Follow" our podcast and tell others about Derringer Discoveries . Find all Derringer Discoveries episodes on our website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes . Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries !

Aside from being fantastic artists, musicians, and performers, do you know what Nigel Olsson , Bernie Taupin , Dee Murray , Davey Johnstone , and Gus Dudgeon had in common? If you guessed that they all were integral to Elton John's fame and fortune, then you're right. If your guess landed a little off the mark (and even if it didn't), then this episode is for you! Listener and good friend of the Derringer Discoveries podcast, Dave Prine (a.k.a. DP Derringer ), joins Alton, Paul, and Laura ( Team Derringer ) to uncover some little-known facts about the artists who helped Elton John become one of the most popular artists in the world. Some would say Elton John would not have experienced his illustrious career without the collective influence of these unsung heroes. Why are they considered 'unsung heroes' by Team Derringer ? You'll have to listen in to find out! What do you think? Do you agree with Team Derringer's assessment? This episode features a Spotify playlist called Elton John's Top 5 Unsung Heroes . You can make everyone happy by clicking "Like" and listening to the playlist from time to time. If you are a recording artist and you're inspired by Elton John or one of his Unsung Heroes , be sure to send your song our way. We'll include your song on the playlist, as long as we think it fits the format! If you enjoyed this episode, please "Follow" our podcast and tell others about Derringer Discoveries . Find all Derringer Discoveries episodes on our website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes . Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries !

In this episode, recording artist and friend of the podcast, Patrick Oxsener from The Netherlands, joins Team Derringer to share his Top Five favorite songs by Sir Paul McCartney . In the process, Oxsener dips into The Beatles catalog. Oxsener , the lead singer of the Dutch rock band Herb's Excellent Adventure , brings his enthusiasm for Paul McCartney's music to what promises to be an exciting countdown. After listening, do you agree with Oxsener's Top Five? Or do you have your own Top Five by Paul McCartney . Write to us or post your Top Five on one of our social media channels. This episode features a Spotify playlist called McCartney Inspired . You can spread the joy by clicking "Like" and listening to the playlist from time to time. If you're a recording artist inspired by Herb's Excellent Adventure , Oxsener , or McCartney , please reach out to us . We'll include your song on the playlist as long as it has compelling vocals, solid lyrics, good production, and fits the format. If you enjoyed this episode, please "Follow" our podcast and tell others about Derringer Discoveries . Find all Derringer Discoveries episodes on our website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes . Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries !