Stories We Could Tell: A Mavericks FANcast Episode 051 - Raul Malo: Tribute & Legacy I

Date Recorded: May 5th, 2026 Postdate: June 30th, 2026

This episode of "Stories We Could Tell" focuses on a tribute to Raul Malo and his legacy with the Mavericks. Mark Potter and Edwina Lambert discussed Raul's battle with cancer, the emotional tribute shows held at the Ryman in December 2025, and the band's recent announcement of a new tour called "The Mavericks and Friends" featuring other singers. They shared personal experiences from attending the final Ryman shows, including Mark's unique access to behind-the-scenes rehearsals and both fans' emotional reactions to the performances. The conversation covered Raul's impact on the music industry, his prolific recording career, and the challenges facing the band moving forward without their iconic lead singer. It's an emotional and raw discussion this time during "Stories We Could Tell".

Songs heard during this episode;

INTRO: Beethoven's Wig - Can Can (aka Jacques Offenbach's “Galup Infernal”, from “Orpheus In The Underworld”, first performed in Paris in 1858)

1. The Mavericks "Neon Blue" 2. The Mavericks "I Wish You Well"

OUTRO: Raul Malo "You Gave Me A Mountain"

SONG SOURCES; INTRO ... Beethoven’s Wig featuring Richard Perlmutter “Sing Along Symphonies” (2002)

1 ... The Mavericks "What A Crying Shame" (1994) 2 ... The Mavericks "Brand New Day" (2017)

OUTRO ... commercially unreleased; Country Music Hall of Fame Medallion Ceremony, Ford Theater, Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville, Tennessee, October 28th, 2007 / Broadcast on WSM 650 AM (Nashville) on November 5th, 2007

Stories We Could Tell: A Mavericks FANcast Episode 050 - Max Abrams & Samba Americana

Date Recorded: January 26th, 2025 Postdate: April 30th, 2026

During this, the fiftieth episode of "Stories We Could Tell", co-hosts Edwina Lambert and Mark Potter focus on the most recent album released by Mavericks sax man Max Abrams. The album, titled Samba Americana, combines a selection of classic songs across American musical history since 1959, with the rhythms of Brazilian jazz of the 1960s. With Abrams at its center, the album is a unique and unexpected experience, not simply one listens too. If you haven't experienced Samba Americana yet, let this episode be your inspiration. ENJOY!

Songs heard during this episode; INTRO: The Mavericks - Stories We Could Tell

1. Santo & Johnny - Sleepwalk 2. Max Abrams - Sleepwalk 3. Neil Young - Harvest Moon 4. Max Abrams - Harvest Moon 5. Dolly Parton - Jolene 6. Max Abrams - Jolene 7. Willie Nelson - Waltz Across Texas 8. The Mavericks - Waltz Across Texas 9. Max Abrams - Waltz Across Texas 10. Roy Orbsion - Crying 11. Max Abrams - Crying 12. The Mavericks - Come Unto Me 13. Max Abrams - Come Unto Me 14. Patsy Cline - You Belong To Me 15. Max Abrams - You Belong To Me 16. Amie Comeaux - You Belong To Me 17. Chris Isaak - Wicked Game 18. Max Abrams - Wicked Game

OUTRO: The Mavericks "I Want To Know" (instrumental, 2003)

SONG SOURCES; INTRO ... The Mavericks "Mono" (2015)

All Max Abrams selections from "Samba Americana" (2024). All others...

1 ... single (1959) 3 ... Neil Young "Harvest Moon" (1992) 5 ... Dolly Parton "Jolene" (1974) 7 ... Willie Nelson "Texas In My Soul" (1968) 8 ... digital single (2015) 10 ... single (1961) 12 ... The Mavericks "In Time" (2013) 14 ... Patsy Cline "Sentimentally Yours" (1962) 16 ... Amie Comeaux "Moving Out" (1994) 17 ... Chris Isaak "Heart Shaped World" (1989)

OUTRO ... The Mavericks 2003 self-titled album (SACD edition)

Stories We Could Tell: A Mavericks FANcast Episode 049 - KHTZ (radio demo)

Date Recorded: May 10th, 2025 Postdate: August 4th, 2025

This episode includes a raw demostration recording for KHTZ, from song introductions, dry spots without any production added, several different Station IDs and a few alternate spots at the end. Again, it's raw, lovingly unproduced and a different type of "Stories We Could Tell" episode. Enjoy (maybe) !

Songs heard during this episode; 1. Willie Nelson (featuring Snoop Dogg, Kris Kristofferson and Jamey Johnson) - Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die 2. Kacey Musgraves - High Time 3. Sturgill Simpson - Turtles All The Way Down 4. The Mavericks - Rolling Along 5. Hank III - The Grand Ole Opry (Ain’t So Grand) 6. Hank III - Dick In Dixie 7. Hank III - Whiskey, Weed & Women 8. Brandy Clark - Get High 9. David Allan Coe - Longhaired Redneck

SONG SOURCES; 1 ... Willie Nelson "Heroes" (2012) 2 ... Kacey Musgraves "Pageant Material" (2016) 3 ... Sturgill Simpson "Metamodern Sounds In Country Music" (2014) 4 ... The Mavericks "Brand New Day" (2017) 5 ... Hank III "Damn Right, Rebel Proud" (2008) 6 ... Hank III "Straight To Hell" (2006) 7 ... Hank III "Lovesick, Broke And Driftin'" (2002) 8 ... Brandy Clark "12 Stories" (2013) 9 ... David Allan Coe "Longhaired Redneck" (1976)