This is Derringer Discoveries - A Music Adventure Podcast.

Join Team Derringer - Laura, Paul, Alton, and Rob - as they introduce themselves and explain what they each "bring to the table."

ONE MINUTE PROMO

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OUR PLAYLISTS

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WHAT IT TAKES

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(1) Listen to our latest episode of Derringer Discoveries on any platform of your choice;

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WHERE TO LISTEN & CONNECT

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• Theme Song: Your Sister's Room by Ho Jo Fro.
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Goose vs. Geese | The Battle of the Waterfowl!

In this episode of Derringer Discoveries, we are officially “winging it” as we dive into the avian-obsessed world of rock and roll. Join Paul, Laura, Alton, and our newly minted co-host, Rob Derringer, as we settle a debate over two of the most talked-about bands in the current scene: Connecticut’s jam-band kings, Goose, and Brooklyn’s post-punk provocateurs, Geese.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

The "Apex Predators" of Bird Bands: We look at the industry’s obsession with our feathered friends, from The Eagles and The Black Crowes to The Yardbirds, The Byrds, and Wings.

We break down two very different modern rock stories: Geese, the Brooklyn post‑punk critical darlings who exploded after an SNL appearance and now boast millions of monthly listeners; and Goose, the Connecticut‑born jam‑band phenomenon whose marathon live shows and festival breakout turned them into a touring powerhouse.

Geese – The Post-Punk Anarchists:

• How a group of friends from Stuyvesant High School went from a basement studio called “The Nest” to a bidding war over their demos.
• The fallout from their polarizing Saturday Night Live performance that split the internet between "rock saviors" and "derivative impostors".
• Their meteoric rise to over 2 million monthly listeners and critical acclaim for albums like 3D Country and Getting Killed.

Goose – The Indie-Groove Torchbearers:

• The band’s "Big Bang" moment at the 2019 Peach Music Festival that transformed them into a national sensation overnight.
• Why they are considered the new leaders of the jam-band scene, blending the spirit of the Grateful Dead and Phish with a Vampire Weekend sensibility.
• Their impressive resume of sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden and Red Rocks.

The Final Vote

The team steps off the fence to choose their winner in the Battle of the Waterfowl. Who takes the crown: the singular Goose or the plural Geese?

Connect with Derringer Discoveries

We want to hear from you! Is "jam band" a badge of honor or a warning label? Are you Team Goose or Team Geese?

Email us: feedback@derringerdiscoveries.com

WHERE TO LISTEN & CONNECT

• More info & show notes: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/095
• Spotify Playlist: Stevie Wonder Inspired
• Website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com
• Theme Song: Your Sister's Room by Ho Jo Fro.
• Episodes: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes.
• Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, Threads, X, and BlueSky.
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Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries!

WHY STEVIE?

Recently, Stevie Wonder announced his 2026 World Tour — A triumphant return to the global stage, during which the iconic legend will headline 40 major shows across North America, Europe, and Asia.

So far, South America is not mentioned in the itinerary. Even so, Team Derringer heard from a listener in Caracas, Venezuela who is a dedicated fan of the consummate "Superstition" hitmaker whose amazing career has spanned more than 65 years.

STEVIE IN CARACAS

The last time Stevie Wonder toured Venezuela was January 1 to 6 of 1970 when he performed in Caracas. Since then, he continues to be revered in Venezuela's capital city.

In this episode, join Paul Derringer with newly minted Rob Derringer who pulled double-duty by subbing for both Laura Derringer and Alton Derringer who were unavailable for this session.

WHO IS KLEIDI?

Paul and Rob hold an informative discussion with singer and musician Kleidi Buroz of Caracas who conveys Stevie Wonder's influence, which started when Kleidi was a student at the National Experimental University of the Arts of Venezuela (UNEARTE).

STEVIE'S TOP FIVE

With translation help from Humberto "Berto" Oliveira Sales of the Charlottesville-based Brazilian-influenced duo Beleza, Kleidi takes Paul and Rob through a Top Five Countdown of Stevie Wonder's best of the best. Listen in to find out the Top Five from a Venezuelan's point-of-view.

WHERE TO LISTEN & CONNECT

• More info & show notes: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/095
• Spotify Playlist: Stevie Wonder Inspired
• Website: www.derringerdiscoveries.com
• Theme Song: Your Sister's Room by Ho Jo Fro.
• Episodes: www.derringerdiscoveries.com/episodes.
• Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, Threads, X, and BlueSky.
• Newsletter: Stay up to date by signing up for our newsletter.

Thank you for listening to Derringer Discoveries!