Funkytown Podcast

We are back with Joe Savage!

Podcast Reboot: Kicking Off 2025 with Joe Savage
It’s 2025, and you know what that means—Joe Savage is back to ring in the new year with another unforgettable podcast episode! I love starting the year with Joe, a tradition that never fails to set the perfect tone for the months ahead.
This year is extra special because we’re rebooting the show! With Joe Tacke back at the helm, we’re broadcasting from the incredible Cloudland Recording Studios. We’ve returned to our OG format, featuring live performances from our guest. Joe Savage kicks things off with three amazing songs, and let me tell you, they sound fantastic.
He opens with “No Tats On My Fist,” the lead track from his latest album, Say I Love You Anyway. Afterward, we dive deep into the stories behind the album. Joe’s lyrics and storytelling are nothing short of masterful, and this episode is a companion piece for anyone who’s already a fan—or an introduction for those who haven’t yet discovered his work.
The middle track, “I Don’t Want Your Girl,” brings a lighter, playful vibe, and we have a great time unpacking the inspiration behind it. Joe closes the set with an unreleased gem, “Little Town Madrid.” This one’s a captivating tale about an American in Spain, flirting with a bartender, and trust me—you won’t see the twist coming.
Joe Savage isn’t just a singer-songwriter; he’s a true storyteller with a gift for creating vivid characters and settings. If you haven’t listened to his latest album yet, I hope this episode piques your interest. And if you’re already a fan, you’re in for a treat.
You can find Joe’s music on your favorite streaming platform or visit his website to stay updated on his latest projects. Trust me, you’ll be glad you gave his work a listen.
https://joefnsavage.com/

Mohaynow's Neal McAlister

Opening/Greeting
Something New - Mohaynow
Interview with Neal McAlister 
(The Universe is) You + Me - Mohaynow 
https://www.mohaynow.com/
https://nealmcalister.com/
https://ffm.to/mohaynow
https://www.youtube.com/@mohaynow/featured

I visit Jeff Zero's Own Private Universe

A really fun episode getting to know Jeff Zero
Intro/Greeting
Gasoline - https://jeffzeromusic.bandcamp.com/album/this-was-now
Interview with Jeff Zero
Evil Surf Thing - https://youtu.be/PesMSDCfFY8?si=T-Y232WbfttGzOpf
 

Christian Nationalism with Chris and Mendi Tackett

This week I talk with our guest Chris and Mendi Tackett about Christian Nationalism, what it is, how its dangerous and how to defeat it.
Intro/Greeting
Chains - Sean Russell https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sean-russell/1643737973
Interview with Chris and Mendi
Find the Hope - Monks of Symbiosis https://music.apple.com/us/album/find-the-hope/1679032411?i=1679032412
Chris Tackett Links https://linktr.ee/cjtackett
 

Begging the Question with Question Beggar

Intro/ Greeting
Take a Naked Walk - Question Beggar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oR68khXT7b0
Interview with Question Beggar
Smuggler - Question Beggar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQ4lOjlDchE
 
www.questionbeggar.com

Brrr Chicky Brrr Brr

Intro/Greeting
All Clean - I'm Going to Hell https://allclean.bandcamp.com/album/down-from-the-inner-work
The Nancys - Evangelicals https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-nancys/66449412
Jeff Zero and His Own Private Universe - Real Real Real https://jeffzeromusic.bandcamp.com/album/this-was-now
Joe Gorgeous - Context Blues https://joegorgeous.bandcamp.com/
Mohaynow - Dallas Women https://www.mohaynow.com/
Cherry Mantis - Cherry Lime Juice https://www.cherrymantis.com/
Spring Palace - Foxy Disguise https://springpalacemusic.com/about-us/
Sound Suit - Come to the Water https://soundsuit.bandcamp.com/music
Averi Burk - Paradise https://averiburk.com/
Andrew, Dear - Hangin' Out https://music.apple.com/us/artist/andrew-dear/1460739743
Matthew McNeal - The Hardest Part https://music.apple.com/us/artist/matthew-mcneal/672455751
Yokyo - Cold Like - (feat Justin Christopher) https://yokyo.bandcamp.com/album/yokyo
I keep saying Stem Cell Afternoon but its Stem Afternoon. My apologies.
Stem Afternoon - Seminary Gates https://stemafternoon.bandcamp.com/album/seminary-gates

Happy 2024 with Joe Savage

Happy 2024
This week Joe Savage is the guest. I love having Joe on the first show every year. I always think its one of the best and sets a good expectation for the upcoming year. He has released a couple of great albums over the last couple of months. Disappearing Blues and Sounds like Fort Worth. Both are fantastic and we talk about both as well as a ton of other stuff. 
Intro/Greeting
Leave Me Alone - Joe Savage Disappearing Blues
Interview - Joe Savage
Aint Nobody's Business - Joe Savage Sounds Like Fort Worth
All alums, songs, dates and merch can be found at https://joefnsavage.com/

A Very Funky Christmas

Intro/(Ref Clip)
Santa's Smokin in the Bathroom Again (feat Ronnie Fauss - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XKxItVB8II
Cocaine Christmas - The Beaumonts https://thebeaumonts.bandcamp.com/track/cocaine-christmas
Whiskey Christmas - The Troumatics https://troumatics.bandcamp.com/track/whiskey-christmas
Christmas in Prison - Cameron Smith https://surduda.bandcamp.com/track/christmas-in-prison
Last Christmas - Jaybirds (coming soon) https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jaybirds/1545753071
Lonely Christmas - Henry the Archer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69nhJKBBaoA
deus-xmas-ina (feat Juma Spears) - Garage Barrage https://garagebarrage.bandcamp.com/track/deus-xmas-ina-feat-juma-spears
Santacide - The Toadies https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HkAhx2wnmxo
Christmas Balls - Holy Moly https://cowpunkholymoly.bandcamp.com/track/christmas-balls
Merry Christmas, Baby (feat Leon Bridges) - Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/merry-christmas-baby-featuring-leon-bridges-ali-grant
The Christmas Song - Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/the-christmas-song
I'll Be Home For Christmas - Daniel Markham https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9kttb4ScN0
Blue Christmas - Nick and Paige https://open.spotify.com/track/1abDxdNZhGkTA379EU2rEd
https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-crisis-services/suicide-prevention

Jaybirds JP and Jenna Walsh

I love getting to know the local musicians around town. Last night I had the privilege to talk to JP Walsh and Jenna Walsh of Jaybirds. Really easy to talk to and get to know and had some great conversations. I hope you had a good Thanksgiving and enjoy the newest installment. 
Intro/Greeting
Waves - Jaybirds https://music.apple.com/us/album/waves-single/1715855342
Interview JP and Jenna Walsh
My Boo- Jaybirds https://music.apple.com/us/album/my-boo-single/1713055549
Don't forget to go see them play this Friday night Dec 1 at Twilight in Fort Worth! 9PM downbeat so you old folks can get home early and hit the hay.
also check out the videos we talked about
Crocodile Tears https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BmemCb3icBI
Sparks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1YfR191Da8
For Reels https://www.instagram.com/jaybirdsmusic/?hl=en

Owen Kinser in Friend Operation

Intro/Greeting
Portrayal - Friend Operation https://youtu.be/5Nx2URiEsZg?si=YI_b8S6ea-B9gPUv
Interview with Owen Kinser
Boredom Showers - Friend Operation https://friendoperation.bandcamp.com/track/boredom-showers
https://www.friendoperation.com/