Hooked on Creek

Mar 01 2025 59 ep. 44 mins 14

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Celebrating the music of Max Creek, including reviews of live shows, conversations with fans and discussions about the history and impact of this legendary jam band.

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Why Max Creek has stood the test of time

Mar 01 2025 20 mins

In episode 59 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson explores the enduring legacy of Max Creek and unpacks why the band has remained together for over five decades. Korre discusses the deep sense of community that surrounds the band, the improvisational spirit that keeps their music fresh and the genuine love for making music together that fuels their longevity.

Phil Simon talks about Max Creek and promoting live music

Jan 13 2025 59 mins

Episode 58 features an interview with Phil Simon, a booking agent for Max Creek and life-long fan of the band. Phil talks about his professional relationship with Max Creek and shares his insights on what makes Max Creek so special. Phil explains how his personal connection to Max Creek as a fan has shaped his approach to booking their gigs, allowing him to understand the band's ne

A conversation with John Rider from Max Creek

Dec 26 2024 51 mins

Episode 57 features an interview with John Rider, founding member of Max Creek. John talks about the formation of Max Creek, his musical influences and his experiences performing, recording and writing music in the band. John also talks about growing up in Virginia, his bass guitars and the evolution of the jam band scene, among many other things.

Exploring the lyrics of Fire & Brimstone by Max Creek

Nov 09 2024 24 mins

In episode 56 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson explores the lyrics of Fire & Brimstone by Max Creek and shares his thoughts on what the song means. Korre appreciates the song's powerful reflections on the human condition, its vivid imagery and how the song contrasts judgment and redemption in the verses and chorus.

Kenny Johnson discusses Max Creek

Sep 23 2024 40 mins

Episode 55 features a conversation with Kenny Johnson, a devoted fan of Max Creek. Kenny talks about helping preserve Max Creek’s legacy by updating their Wikipedia page and sharing audio of their live performances on YouTube. Kenny also talks about the community of fans that supports Max Creek, his favorite venues to see the band play and his thoughts on the future of Max Creek.

Max Creek: Live on August 7, 1993

Jul 30 2024 60 mins

In episode 54 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson reviews Max Creek's performance on August 7, 1993, at the Horizontal Boogie Bar in Rochester, New York.

Bill Hoy talks about Max Creek

May 30 2024 46 mins

In episode 53 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson talks with Bill Hoy about his appreciation of Max Creek and his experiences taping the band over the years.

The mystery behind Silver Jack and Max Creek

Apr 16 2024 36 mins

In episode 52 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson explores the meaning of Silver Jack in three songs by Max Creek and shares his thoughts on what the character Silver Jack represents.

Finding meaning in a Cruel World by Max Creek

Jan 14 2024 25 mins

In episode 51 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson interprets the lyrics of Cruel World by Max Creek and shares his thoughts on what the song means.

Jimmy Jennings discusses Max Creek

Oct 18 2023 60 mins

In episode 50 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson talks with Jimmy Jennings about his love for Max Creek and live music. Jimmy also talks about his favorite memories seeing the band over the years, his interest in photography and his passion for writing and performing music.