The “I”s have it! And Lightnin’ Licks Radio has the “I”s. Ten of them to be exact. Jay and Deon discuss their favorite vinyl records filed under the letter I. It’s intimate and intense. It's immersive and inspiring though, ironically, they’re idiots. -- In the early 1970s, legendary collaborator and self-proclaimed non-musician Brian Eno famously designed a deck of 115 cards containing elliptical imperatives to spark in the user creative connections unobtainable through regular modes of work. He called his creation "Oblique Strategies." For the past half century, countless artists and professi ..read more

The hits didn't stop with no. 11 for Jay nor Deon in 2023. This past calendar year brought us plenty of noteworthy vinyl releases, and the eighteenth bonus episode rightfully shines a spotlight on said sonic efforts. These sounds are downright delightful. It's an honor to share them with podcast America. ROCK. ON. Sonic (non-mix) contributors to this special 2023 Leftovers edition of Lightning Licks Radio include: Howard Glysz, Prince Paul, De La Soul, Ethan Klein, Dinner Party, Michael Gonet, Sonic Youth, Destroyer, Laura Branigan, The Roots, Wu-Tang Clan, Bully, Soccer Mommy, Mother Love Bon ..read more

MIXTAPE AVAILABLE NOW ON ⁠MIXCLOUD⁠ & ⁠SOUNDCLOUD Moving forward, but not before we take a look back. 2023 was another wonderful year in music. Lickers Jay and Deon ring in the New Year by each revealing their top 11 (we go to eleven) vinyl long players in the year of Our Lord twenty twenty-three. Break out the champagne and Blue Chair Bay, this episode is a journey. DEON’S TOP 11: 11 - Durand Jones – Wait Til I Get Over 10 – Unknown Mortal Orchestra - V 9 – Dinner Party – Enigmatic Society 8 – Open Mike Eagle – Another Triumph of Ghetto Engineering 7 – Black Belt Eagle Scout - The Land, T ..read more

Jay discusses Brazilian psych and girl group goodness. He also recalls the origins of his unlikely friendship with a literary working-class hero, who in turn introduced him to the syrupy sounds of a power pop legend. Deon brings urban hits, brand-spanking new indie pop and experimental space rock to the mix. Super-secret-special friend Nichole dishes on her love of T Swift (but not necessarily Swifties) and Allison Mosshart. Ahh Yeah. Alright. Sonic (non-mix) contributors to the seventeenth bonus episode of Lightnin’ Licks Radio podcast include: The Koreatown Oddity, DJ Nu-Mark, Jurassic 5, Da ..read more

Jay and Penny Lover discuss what’s been yanking their sonic cranks as of late. Repeat guest Don throws in his two cents as well. We don’t understand it. Oh, what’s come over us? But we’re not gonna worry. No. Not anymore. Because when men are in love, we’ve only got one story. That’s why our love is lost somewhere in your kiss. When we’re lost and alone, it’s you that we miss. With a love like yours, it’s hard to resist. Oh-oh-oh. Sonic contributions to the sixteenth bonus episode of Lightnin’ Licks Radio podcast includes:  Nick Kroll, Jason Moustakas, DJ Nu Mark, Jurassic Five, Dave Matt ..read more

13. Unlucky? Who’s to say? Either way, hosts Deon and Jay are more than happy to sip some Blue Chair Bay and share sonic sunshine with all the Lickers out there in Podcast America. Longtime pal Cody Maresec of crackin' punk rock outfit Liquid Mike joins the conversation and adds a few slammin' tracks to the mixtape. What a dang treat. Sonic (non-mix) contributors to the thirteenth bonus episode of Lightnin’ Licks Radio  include: Prince Paul / De La Soul / Eddie Murphy / Zack Braff / Natile Portman / Slick Rick / Pink Floyd / Cat Power / The Replacements / Husker Du / Goo Goo Dolls / Psych ..read more

Jay discusses Brazilian psych and girl group goodness while reminiscing of his unlikely friendship with a literary working-class hero who helped him discover a power pop great. Deon brings urban hits, brand-spanking new indie pop and experimental space rock to the mix. Super-secret-special friend Nichole dishes on her love of T Swift (but not necessarily Swifties) and Allison Mosshart. Oh Yeah. Alright. Sonic (non-mix) contributors to the seventeenth bonus episode of Lightnin’ Licks Radio podcast include: The Koreatown Oddity, DJ Nu-Mark, Jurassic 5, Dave Matthews Band, Zach Braff, Natalie Por ..read more

What the H? Exactly. The award-winning* Lickers discuss some of their favorite records filed under the letter H. -- In the early 1970s, legendary collaborator and self-proclaimed non-musician Brian Eno famously designed a deck of 115 cards containing elliptical imperatives to spark in the user creative connections unobtainable through regular modes of work. He called his creation "Oblique Strategies." For nearly one half of a century, countless artists and professionals across the globe have benefited from utilizing the oblique strategies technique when attempting to overcome a lull in creativ ..read more

Jay and Penny Lover discuss what’s been yanking their sonic cranks as of late. Repeat guest Don throws in his two cents as well. We don’t understand it. Oh, what’s come over us? But we’re not gonna worry. No. Not anymore. Because when men are in love, we’ve only got one story. That’s why our love is lost somewhere in your kiss. When we’re lost and alone, it’s you that we miss. With a love like yours, it’s hard to resist. Oh-oh-oh. Sonic contributions to the sixteenth bonus episode of Lightnin’ Licks Radio podcast includes:  Nick Kroll, Jason Moustakas, DJ Nu Mark, Jurassic Five, Dave Matt ..read more

Lightnin’ Lickers Jay and Deon discuss the upcoming 17th annual Hell’s Half Mile Film & Music Festival, previewing the bands slated to perform while reminiscing about acts who have previously been showcased under the HHM banner. If you’re looking to celebrate the official end of summer in a big way, Downtown Bay City is the place. HHM No. 17 Music Festival is set to kick off the evening of September21st with Indianapolis psych rock trio Karate, Guns & Tanning rocking the Opening Night Party at Old City Hall. The next evening, Cincy synthpop outfit (and returning favorite) Moonbeau will ..read more