Now and Then Rocks

In this episode of Now and Then Rocks, I’m looking beyond the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 to explore huge careers, unforgettable songs, and the power of radio. I’ll also share stories from my days behind the programming desk, when a demo tape, a few spins, and listeners lighting up the phone lines could help launch a hit. Join me for the music and the memories—and tell me: which artist is always number one in your book?

We pick up where we left off with hits, hooks, and heartstrings—behind the polished grooves of a certain era is a network of artists, session players, songwriters, and unforgettable hooks that shaped radio, MTV, and even hip-hop decades later. So let’s set sail through the music, memories, and magic which made these songs stick..

The episode explores why music tastes differ, showing how mood, timing, memory, brain chemistry, hooks, genre labels, and personal experience shape what we enjoy. Gary connects research with his radio career, reflecting on listener habits, genre debates, memorable song intros, one-hit wonders, and today’s streaming-era hits.

The Boomers v Millennials comparisons are addressed by Gary as well as a few comics and a classic. Links we looked at;

Boomer Habits Millennials are Addressing

Things to keep in mind when comparing Boomers and Millennials

A special session is up right now. Hear me vent about Facebook/Meta. My advice, save all your information, like they do, and get out.  God Bless!

**Warning - Explicit Content**