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Soakin' in the 70's

Soakin' in the 70's

Written by: Scott Christensen/Jeff Christensen
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Soakin' in the 70's

Each week brothers Jeff and Scott Christensen address the question, "Was the 70's the best decade for music?" It's always a lively and engaging dialogue with each brother bringing a different and unique perspective. Tune in to hear some opinions and great music.

In any week you might hear a deep dive on a band/artist (such as Eric Clapton). Or a discussion of a style of music (Yacht Rock). Or maybe a discussion on who should be (or shouldn't be) in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Plus-each episode highlights a 70's song from a One Hit Wonder and a movie soundtrack.

Jeff's perspective comes from that of a semi-pro musician, i.e. someone who gets paid to play...sometimes. He's started playing sax in the 70's and harmonica in the 90's and has played in bands ever since -- lot's of 70's music -- they even let him sing once in a while. As a denizen of the local open jam scene, Jeff is constantly playing with a variety of musicians and styles. He combines this perspective with the desire to pin down what makes a song good and then he molds it into a well formed, yet somehow dubious, opinion. He awaits your reaction from western Chicagoland - go ahead, email him at jeff@soakininthe70s.com.

Scott's musical claim to fame is he worked in a record store in the 70's and wrote record reviews for his high school newspaper. Okay... not so impressive. He read every Rolling Stone and Circus magazine cover to cover in the 70's. Also, not impressive. But he did win over $50,000 in 70's Music Jeopardy. (That's a lie.) In all seriousness, Scott is a retired financial planner who loves rock music and has many opinions about it. He resides in New Hampshire. He would love to hear from you at scott@soakininthe70s.com.

We are currently looking for advertisers and/or sponsors. As you'll hear in the first few episodes, we can pump your product! It helps if the product is any good, though.

Topics and guest ideas are always welcome!

Scott Christensen
Music Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Soakin' in Funk!
    Jun 17 2026

    Soakin' in Funk!

    Soakin' in the 70's

    Season 2 Episode

    Release date: June 17, 2026

    You were wrong Scott (first time ever). Love Rollercoaster by the Ohio Players was actually on the album Honey, not Fire.

    Spotify playlist of songs featured in show:

    https://open.spotify.com/playlist/51iBdIL8ozkpUYRBRzVeXY?si=48r4OYtxSJOIMPvjUU1o-w&pi=wor37Np-SmKa7

    Scene from Caveman discussed:

    you tube caveman movie scene invention of music - Search

    Thanks for listening! Please give us 5 stars and add a few people to our mailing list at:

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    Plus you can get some Soakin' in the 70's swag when you go to our website! Father's Day is coming up.

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    56 mins
  • Soakin' in 1972
    Jun 10 2026

    Soakin' in 1972

    Soakin' in the 70's

    Season 2 Episode 7

    Release date: June 10, 2026

    Spotify playlist of songs featured in show:

    Soakin’ in 1972, Ep. 59 - playlist by scottgchristensen | Spotify

    Thanks for listening! Please give us 5 stars and add a few people to our mailing list at:

    www.soakininthe70s.com

    Plus you can get some Soakin' in the 70's swag when you go to our website!

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    59 mins
  • Soakin' in Earth Wind & Fire
    Jun 3 2026

    Soakin' in Earth Wind & Fire

    Soakin' in the 70's

    Season 2 Episode 6

    Release date: June 3, 2026

    We start the show out talking about the death of jazz great Sonny Rollins. Please listen to this album recorded right after 9/11:

    https://open.spotify.com/album/0kkej7X4wbPLu4tqnAZHlz?si=qZY8sMTtSJ2VVMtXSONbmQ

    Spotify playlist of songs featured in show:

    https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2hX4d4KtLku01KPgB4cL3T?si=BOwWLw57RKOE8qq3m9AAzg&pi=4aX-TcAwRTCLH

    Thank you Kathy Christensen for her appearance in the show.

    Thanks for listening! Please give us 5 stars and add a few people to our mailing list at:

    www.soakininthe70s.com

    Plus you can get some Soakin' in the 70's swag when you go to our website!

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    1 hr and 1 min
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