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Stories We Could Tell: A Mavericks FANcastAuthor: Mark Potter
Mark Potter, along with Edwina Lambert during more recent episodes, cover all things connected to The Mavericks. The Nashville-based band, led by singer/songwriter Raul Malo, has been touring and recording across thirty-five years Interviews with fans, former and current band members, and those who have worked with the band are just one focus of this podcast. Other topics includes concert experiences and features on possible expanded editions of studio albums by The Mavericks. This is an unofficial Mavericks podcast. The opinions and decisions of The Mavericks themselves, as well as other fans of The Mavericks, do not reflect those of the podcast host(s). The podcast host does not enjoy everything The Mavericks perform, or record, to the same degree. Anyone who does... is entitled to do so. THIS PODCAST HAS BEEN PROUDLY BLOCKED FROM TWO MAVERICKS-RELATED FACEBOOK GROUPS. One by accident (ALLEGEDLY), and the other without reason OR acknowledgement. Onwards and sideways! Language: en Genres: Music, Music Interviews Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 051 - Raul Malo: Tribute & Legacy I
Episode 51
Tuesday, 30 June, 2026
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
