Source: BroBible
Summary
Andrew McMahon, frontman of Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin, and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, shares his top 5 most influential albums. He lists Billy Joel’s Greatest Hits Vol 1 & 2, Counting Crows’ August and Everything After, Tom Petty’s Wildflowers, The Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds, and Ben Folds Five’s self-titled debut as the albums that shaped his musical journey.
Our Reading
The habit gets a new name.
Andrew McMahon’s musical taste is shaped by his childhood favorites, including Billy Joel and Tom Petty. He also credits Ben Folds Five with making the piano feel like a punk instrument. His list of influential albums is a map of his musical journey. The Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds is a recurring favorite. McMahon’s taste is a mix of classic rock and pop punk. His musical origin story is one of many.
Andrew McMahon’s Top 5 list is just another “desert island discs” conversation.
Author: Evan Null
