Hooked on Creek

In the final episode of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson looks back on 70 episodes and a journey that began in 2019. He reflects on how he discovered Max Creek, the band members and fans who shared their stories on the podcast, and what it meant to be welcomed into the Max Creek community from a thousand miles away.Episode 70 also features a clip of the song That’s What They Say performed live by Max Creek at Camp Creek at Odetah Camping Resort in Bozrah, Connecticut, on September 12, 2021: https://archive.org/details/mc2021-09-12.MTX-SBD-AUD-RODENT5-ZOOMH5-FLAC8/101.+That%E2%80%99s+What+They+Say.flacIf you have feedback about this episode, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website: https://hookedoncreek.comRead a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website: https://hookedoncreek.com/2026/10/episode-70-thank-you-and-goodbye-from-hooked-on-creek/ 

Episode 69 features a conversation with Linda Cournoyer — longtime lighting director, album cover artist, and merchandise designer for Max Creek. In this episode, Linda discusses her role directing the lighting for Max Creek’s live shows and how her paintings and creativity have shaped the band’s iconic album covers and merchandise designs. This episode also features clips of the following songs performed live by Max Creek: Orange Sunshine from January 27, 2000: https://archive.org/details/mc2000-01-27.Rich.flac16/mc2000-01-27d2t01.flac LFS from February 26, 1987: https://archive.org/details/mc1987-02-26.KL.flac16/mc1987-02-26track02.flac If you have feedback about this episode, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website: https://hookedoncreek.com Read a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website: https://hookedoncreek.com/2026/08/episode-69-linda-cournoyer-discusses-lighting-art-and-music-with-max-creek/

Episode 68 features a conversation with Sally Rider — lifelong fan of Max Creek, wife of bassist John Rider, and founder of Rider Productions. In this episode, Sally discusses how she fell in love with the band’s music as a teenager, her memories of meeting John Rider and raising three boys alongside the band, and her unique perspective on the band’s enduring legacy. This episode also features clips of the song Wild Side performed live by Max Creek at Eastover Resort in Lenox, Massachusetts, on April 26, 2003: https://archive.org/details/mc2003-04-26.shnf/mc2003-04-26d1t03.shn If you have feedback about this episode, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website: https://hookedoncreek.com Read a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website: https://hookedoncreek.com/2026/07/episode-68-sally-rider-talks-about-max-creek/

Episode 67 features a conversation with author and longtime Max Creek fan Tom Flanagan. Tom returns to the podcast with a major update. His new book is finished. It’s called Max Creek: A Rumor in Their Own Time. Tom shares details about the book and what it was like documenting the history of Max Creek and the community that surrounds the band. Learn more about the book Max Creek: A Rumor in Their Own Time: https://maxcreekbook.com This episode also features the song Emerald Eyes performed live by Max Creek at Broadbrook Opera House in Broadbrook, Connecticut, on April 25, 2026: https://archive.org/details/mc2026-04-25.WilcoxMedeirosMaster/14+Emerald+Eyes.flac If you have feedback about this episode, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website: https://hookedoncreek.com Read a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website: https://hookedoncreek.com/2026/05/episode-67-tom-flanagan-discusses-finishing-his-book-about-max-creek/

Episode 66 features a conversation with Mike Maresca, the longtime tour manager and monitor engineer for Max Creek. Mike has been an essential part of the band’s crew since 2004, working to ensure the band is happy with the sound they hear on stage and that their live shows run smoothly. This episode also features the song Said and Done performed live by Max Creek at Sterling Stage in Hannibal, New York, on September 3, 2016:https://archive.org/details/MC2016-09-03.MaxCreekSterlingStageHannibalNewYorkNight1Soundboard/12SaidDone.flac If you have feedback about this episode, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.com Read a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.com/2026/04/episode-66-mike-maresca-discusses-max-creek/

In episode 65 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson takes a step back and asks a simple question: what if Max Creek was the only band you ever loved? Framed as a thought experiment, the episode looks at how the band’s music changes with us, how listening can be shaped by time and distance, and how tapers and fans help carry the music forward.This episode features the following songs performed live by Max Creek:You Write the Book from May 25, 1986:https://archive.org/details/mc1986-05-25.set1.flac16/mc1986-05-25d1t02.flacCalypso Wind from September 11, 2022:https://archive.org/details/maxcreek2022-09-11.telefunken-ela-m260.flac2448/maxcreek2022-09-11t08.flacDevil’s Heart from March 21, 1997:https://archive.org/details/mc1997-03-21.flac16f/mc1997-03-21d1t03.flacCrystal Clear from January 8, 1983:https://archive.org/details/MC1983-01-08.MaxCreekTaurusBallroomHartfordCtTaperJonesCollectionSBD/05CrystalClear.flacTime from January 24, 2026:https://archive.org/details/mc2026-01-24.-KM140-SBD/MC\_20260124\_KM14-SBD\_S02-04.flacIf you have feedback or suggestions for future episodes, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.comRead a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.com/2026/01/episode-65-if-max-creek-was-the-only-band-you-ever-loved/

Episode 64 features a conversation with Michael Wegner from the band Cosmic Charlie, a Grateful Dead tribute band. Michael talks about his introduction to Max Creek, how the band influenced his approach to music, and what it was like performing with Mark Mercier.Learn about Michael Wegner:https://michaelwegner.comLearn about Cosmic Charlie:https://cosmiccharlie.netListen to Cosmic Charlie’s live performance at Shank Hall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on September 13, 2025:https://archive.org/details/cosmic-charlie2025-09-13If you have feedback or suggestions for future episodes, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.comRead a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.com/2025/09/episode-64-michael-wegner-from-cosmic-charlie-talks-about-max-creek/

Episode 63 features a conversation with John Spignesi — guitarist, songwriter, and frontman of the John Spignesi Band. John talks about the making of his band’s new album and the unique experience of working with Max Creek’s Scott Murawski as producer. John also reflects on the role of music in his life and his opportunities to play with members of Max Creek outside of the studio.This episode features clips of the following songs performed live by the John Spignesi Band:Feelin’ Free performed at Hoops N’ Hops in Simsbury, Connecticut, on November 16, 2024, with special guest Scott Murawski:https://archive.org/details/JSB2024-11-16.RODENT5-ZOOMH6-FLAC8/106.+Feelin'+Free.flacBlank Canvas performed at Newburyport Brewing Company in Newburyport, Massachusetts, on May 3, 2025:https://archive.org/details/JSB2025-05-03.JohnSpignesiBandNewburyportBrewingCompanyMay2025/03+Blank+Canvas+%3E.flacTough Guy performed at The Juke in Deep River, Connecticut, on April 11, 2025:https://archive.org/details/JSB2025-04-11.JohnSpignesiBandTheJukeApril2025/10+Tough+Guy.flacPrepare For Liftoff performed at Stony Creek Brewery in Branford, Connecticut, on February 22, 2025:https://archive.org/details/JSB2025-02-22.JohnSpignesiBandStonyCreekBreweryFebruary2025/23+Prepare+For+Liftoff.flacMystery Man performed at Black-Eyed Sally’s in Hartford, Connecticut, on June 28, 2025 with special guest Mark Mercier:https://archive.org/details/JSB2025-06-28.JohnSpignesiBandCapitolGrooveAfterPartyBlackEyedSallys/02+Mystery+Man+%3E.flacIf you have feedback or suggestions for future episodes, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.comRead a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.com/2025/08/episode-63-john-spignesi-talks-about-his-bands-new-album-produced-by-scott-murawski/

Episode 62 features a conversation with Brendan Hodge, a musician and devoted Max Creek fan whose musical journey was profoundly shaped by the band. Brendan shares memories of discovering Max Creek in the late 1990s, the inspiration he drew from their live performances and how the band influenced his path as a performer. Brendan also talks about his role as a percussionist in the band Little Lies. This episode features clips of the following songs performed live by Max Creek:Blood Red Roses performed at The Met in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on February 3, 2018:https://archive.org/details/mc2018-02-03.TheMetCreekendNightTwoDSBD/07+Blood+Red+Roses.flacYou Let Me Down Again performed at The Living Room in Providence, Rhode Island, on May 1, 1999:https://archive.org/details/MC1999-05-01.LivingRoom28thAnniversaryFredBovinoCollection/02YouLetMeDownAgain.flacI Will Always See Your Face performed at Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke, Massachusetts, on June 4, 2022:https://archive.org/details/mc2022-06-04.nak300.CP2.flac24/07+I+Will+Always+See+Your+Face.flacIf you have feedback or suggestions for future episodes, send a message via the contact link on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.comRead a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.com/2025/07/episode-62-brendan-hodge-talks-about-max-creek/

In episode 61 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson reviews Max Creek's performance on November 3, 1993, at Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel, in Providence, Rhode Island.This Max Creek show is available to download or stream here:https://archive.org/details/mc1993-11-03.aud.cassette.flac16/mc1993-11-03If you have feedback or suggestions for future episodes, send a message via the contact link located on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.comRead a transcript of this episode on the Hooked on Creek website:https://hookedoncreek.com/2025/06/episode-61-reviewing-max-creek-performance-on-november-3-1993/Setlist from November 3, 1993:Set one1: Cruel World2: Alabama Getaway3: Borrowing Time4: If You Ask Me5: Gypsy Blue6: Fire & Brimstone7: Louisiana SunSet two8: The Field9: Border Song10: You Don't Know11: Dark Water12: Knockin' on Heaven's Door13: Good Lovin'Encore14: Not Fade Away