Two Dudes and Killer Tunes

Two Dudes and Killer Tunes

by KAL E KALISZEWSKI and NEIL A WILLIAMS

Music Commentary Music History

Season 2

TDaKT: S2 EP26 Don McLean

In this episode, the Two Dudes invite Don McLean, owner of McLean Media to the studio. After spending years in the corporate world, Don started his Media Company almost three years ago and he has been hustling ever since. One thing we didn’t know going in was that Don is quite an accomplished Saxophonist, playing in his first Bar Gig with the Blue Notes at the ripe old age of 10 and then starting his first band at 14. We had a blast recording this one, hope you find it as interesting as we did. Just to confirm, he is not the one who sings “American Pie”

TDaKT: S2 EP25: Chvron Buffet

In this episode, Kal and Neil invite the band Chvron Buffet to the Studio via Zoom. This new band consists of Peter DiStefano (Porno for Pyros), Ray Mazza, Matt Volpe, and Wendy Burke. They joined us from Ray's Studio in Brooklyn. Listen in as we learn some of their favorite artists, how they came up with their name, and what it means to our like Mike Watt. Unfortunately, in between the time we recorded in October and release date, the band is no longer working together at this point

TDaKT: S2 EP24 Billy Strings Tailgate

For this episode, the Two Dudes take the show on the road again for their final tailgate episode of Season 2. This time, they are at Billy Strings Night Two on 10.5.24 for the final show of the Pine Knob Season. Some fans may remember, the Two Dudes also opened the Pine Knob concert season with the SESSANTA Tailgate. This was the best tailgate so far, the crowd was amazing and we had a gorgeous fall day. There were some awesome guests including Amy Kreiger and her wife Erin Powers, all the way from Cleveland for their first Billy Strings show. You may remember Erin from S2 EP6, this one makes her a Two Time Guest now. Bill Chace also stopped by with his band and talked with the Two Dudes for a bit. Bill worked with Kal for about 15 years and just happened to walk up, it was great catching up. Finally after a few hours of networking and recording, Kal and Neil break down the tailgate before heading into their first Billy Strings show.

TDaKT: S2 EP23 Dave Rea

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Dave Rea to the Studio. Kal and Neil have known Dave for about 30 years playing beer league soccer and golf league. Listen in as they cover Dave's love of unsuccessfully trying bicycle kick, how he started his comedy career, and why he has a stuffed parrot with him. Back in April, the Two Dudes, Dave, and some others made their way to Detroit for the Black Crowes in style and saw an amazing show at the Fillmore Detroit. Make sure to check this one out, Rea is always a good time

TDaKT: S2 EP22 Eric Weiner, The Wild Honey Pie

In this episode, the Two Dudes dust off their Zoom skills to have Eric Weiner on the show. Eric founded The Wild Honey Pie over 15 years ago as a Music Blog and has been grinding to transform it into what it is today. Make sure to check this one out, you may just find yourself at one of The Wild Honey Pie's parties.

TDaKT: S2 EP21 Saviors Tour Tailgate at Comerica Park

For S2 EP21, the Two Dudes took the show on the road again to Comerica Park in Detroit for the Saviors Tour with Green Day and the Smashing Pumpkins on 9.4.24. It was another successful tailgate and met some new supporters and had some OGs on as well. One highlight was Alan Placek being on the show for his third time, bringing him into a tie with Jon Schack for the most times on Two Dudes and Killer Tunes This was the fourth time for Kal seeing the Smashing Pumpkins since 5.28,22 and the third for Neil. It was the first time either of us had seen Green Day. We had a great tailgating and and it set the tone for a great night inside Comerica.

TDaKT: S2 EP20 Pearl Jam Tailgate with the Maliszewski's

For this episode the Two Dudes take the show on the road to Ruoff Music Center (Deer Creek) in Noblesville, IN for the Pearl Jam show. Unfortunately, Neil couldn't make it to the show because real life got in the way. This episode is only the second time that Two Dudes and Killer Tunes has had a guest host, with Jake Jeakle taking the seat to Kal's left. This show was the make up date after being postponed from 9.10.23. The first half of the episode is with Chris Maliszewski and then finishes with Chris and his dad, Rich. Chris is the definition of a Pearl Jam super fan, seeing them over 70 times now. Kal and Chris have gotten to know each other over the last year after a chance "meeting" on LinkedIn and were planning on meeting at the original show date last September. After being internet "pen pals" as Kal's wife calls them, they were able to meet at Lollapalooza after the Friko set. This is a really cool episode, Chris is an interesting guy and his dad is hilarious.

TDaKT: S2 EP19 Kevin Brace

For Episode 19, the Two Dudes invited Kevin Brace to the Studio. Kal has known Kevin since elementary school but they haven't seen each other since graduating high school in '93. Kevin has always had music in his life and spends a lot of time in "Braceland" working on his craft. He was one of the lucky ones that was able to see the Jack White show at Saint Andrews Hall, truly a once in a lifetime show. Make sure to check this one out, there is a great story about Beastie Boys "Egg Man", just shows you never know your reach

TDaKT: S2 EP18 Jason Waggoner

In Episode 18, the Two Dudes welcomed Jason Waggoner to the Studio. This was the first time that Kal and Neil met or spoke to Jason in our lives, everything was all handled via messenger prior to the show. Jason has been playing guitar and singing for his whole life and just recently released his single called "The Scribe" which is now available for download. We had an awesome time filming this one, going over two hours, which is now our longest episode to date. We were all over the place with this one, but had a blast and already looking forward to having him back on in the future. Make sure to check this one out and make sure to download "The Scribe"

TDaKT: S2 EP17 The Marina

For Episode 17, the Two Dudes take the show on the road to Lambrecht Marina to hang out with S2 EP5 guest Alan Placek. Alan has his boat, the Last Defender docked here and we had a great time hanging out and catching up since he was in the Studio last February. Alan has some cool shows coming up, including Kings of Leon in Cincinnati, floor tickets for the Smashing Pumpkins/Green Day show in Detroit, and Johnny Marr and James in Detroit. Alan has now entered the Two Time Guest club

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