PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine - Music of the 70s, 80s and More

Dave & Milt take listeners on a hilarious and nostalgic journey back to April 1st, 1985. They explore the Billboard Top 10 hits of that week, analyzing and critiquing songs that have either stood the test of time or faded into obscurity. Songs covered include lost classics like 'Magical' by John Parr and novelty hits such as 'The Mustard Dance' by DJ Crouton. The episode is filled with fun segments, listener emails, and even playful banter about music, pets, and pop culture from the 80s.

Topics

06:56 John Parr and Meatloaf Collaboration

11:38 Boy Meets Girl and Their Hits

15:53 Jesse Johnson's Review and Prince Connection

20:30 WülfCry and Glam Rock Memories

25:43 Static Hearts and Velcro Girl

29:53 The Influence of Static Hearts on Human League

30:49 Charity Songs of the 80s: Glory of the Geese

35:43 DJ Crouton's Mustard Dance

42:10 Chris Vee's Pager Code Song

46:56 Joshua C. Schick's Debt Anthem

52:45 Screech Symphony: The Aqua Core Movement

Dave and Milt take listeners back to the week ending April 8, 1989, dissecting the Billboard Top 10 hits from that time. They provide insights, critiques, and contextual tidbits about each song, including highlights like 'Funky Cold Medina' by Tone Loc, 'Stand' by R.E.M., 'Like a Prayer' by Madonna, and 'The Look' by Roxette. Throughout the episode, they reminisce about personal and pop culture moments, celebrate special episodes, and interact with listener mail. The episode wraps up with the infamous Play Date quiz focusing on songs about insanity, and the hosts' substitution segment where they replace one song from the Top 10 with an underappreciated track from the same week. A fun exploration of 1989's music landscape combined with engaging anecdotes and listener interaction.

Topics

00:37 Back Pain and Injuries

02:39 Listener Mail and Shoutouts

05:53 1989 Time Machine: Music and Memories

14:25 Tone Loc's Funky Cold Medina

28:17 Was (Not Was) and Walk the Dinosaur

39:10 Vanessa Williams' Musical Journey

39:55 The Scandal and Comeback

41:31 Celebrity Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

42:31 Bands with Punctuation Marks

45:53 Rod Stewart's Career Resurgence

52:44 REM's Fun Departure with 'Stand'

01:00:44 Madonna's 'Like a Prayer' Controversy

01:11:48 Fine Young Cannibals' Unique Sound

01:17:49 Songs About Insanity Quiz

01:19:16 Starting with a Musical Challenge

01:19:41 Crazy Songs Quiz

01:20:11 More Crazy Songs

01:20:47 Wrapping Up the Quiz

01:23:41 Discussing Suicidal Tendencies

01:26:44 Milli Vanilli Controversy

01:32:45 The Bangles' Eternal Flame

01:39:53 Roxette's Breakthrough Hit

01:45:06 Recap and Reflections

Dave and Milt are joined by special guests Jamie Joffe and Laura De Veau for the 1980 Albums Fantasy Draft. The panelists draft six selections each, including one movie soundtrack, focusing on the top albums released in 1980. Notable picks include Billy Joel’s 'Glass Houses', U2's 'Boy', Steely Dan's 'Gaucho', AC/DC’s 'Back in Black', and the soundtrack from 'The Blues Brothers'. The discussion features stories, trivia, and the guests’ personal connections to the music, making it an engaging trip down memory lane.

Dave and Milt delve into the week of March 12, 1988, examining the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart. They analyze songs from artists like Mike Oldfield, George Thorogood, and INXS, and critique what has aged well and what hasn't. Highlights include discussions on Aerosmith's 'Angel,' John Cougar Mellencamp's 'Check It Out,' and David Lee Roth's 'Damn Good.' They also explore notable tracks that didn't make the top 10, with a focus on the three-name artists in their 'Playdate' segment. 

Topics

01:29 Listener Reactions and Feedback

07:32 Time Machine: March 12th, 1988

08:40 Mainstream Rock Chart: 1988

40:24 Controversial Jokes and Boundaries

40:45 Discussing Michael Hutchence and Family Guy

41:36 Rock Countdown and In Excess

42:44 Kingdom Come and Led Zeppelin Comparisons

50:44 Sting's Solo Career and Grammy Nominations

59:25 David Lee Roth's Solo Hits and Career

01:08:48 Play Date: Artists with Three Names

01:21:30 Debating Song Titles and Expressions

01:21:32 The Beastie Boys and Clarifications

01:22:15 Colloquial Expressions and Ivy League

01:22:53 At the End of the Day: A New Expression

01:23:24 Comedy and Self-Deprecation

01:24:15 John Cougar Mellencamp and Brad Pitt

01:28:07 Aerosmith's Ballads and Comebacks

01:34:45 Guitar Hero and Aerosmith's Success

01:40:28 Robert Plant's Solo Career

01:45:00 Recap and Reflections

A special countdown of the greatest movie soundtracks ever. From 'The Blues Brothers' to 'Saturday Night Fever,' they discuss iconic songs and how they seamlessly blend with their respective films. Milt and Dave also share personal anecdotes, debate the importance of original music versus curated tracks, and reminisce about how these soundtracks have influenced their love for music and movies. Along the way, they touch on notable soundtracks that didn't make their top ten and explore changes they wish to see in the Academy Awards' music categories.

Topics

00:48 Oscar Talk and Family Traditions

01:37 The Decline of the Oscars

03:57 Movie Soundtracks: An Introduction

04:14 Top 10 Movie Soundtracks: Starting the Countdown

09:00 Blues Brothers: Number 10

13:53 Goodfellas: Number 9

22:08 The Graduate: Number 8

27:31 Grease: Number 7

33:28 This is Spinal Tap: Number 6

38:52 Boogie Nights: Number 5

43:11 Iconic Movie Soundtracks: Boogie Nights and Beyond

43:58 Debating Original Music vs. Compilation Albums

44:57 Movie Lines Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

50:34 Purple Rain: A Musical and Cinematic Masterpiece

54:59 Pulp Fiction: Tarantino's Musical Genius

01:02:57 The Big Chill: A Soundtrack That Defined a Generation

01:13:09 Saturday Night Fever: The Ultimate Disco Soundtrack

01:19:23 Honorable Mentions and Final Thoughts

Dave and Milt jump back to February 21, 1976, to explore the Billboard Top 10 hits. The duo analyzes songs ranging from ELO's 'Evil Woman' and the Eagles' 'Take It to the Limit' to disco classics like Donna Summer's 'Love to Love You Baby' and Hot Chocolate's 'You Sexy Thing.' They introduce a playful segment featuring AI-generated Milt as a quizmaster. Songs are substituted, moments from TV and film are highlighted, and nostalgic stories are shared, all culminating in Paul Simon's classic '50 Ways to Leave Your Lover' being crowned the top hit of the week.

Topics

01:14 Listener Shoutouts and Feedback

06:48 Spotify Troubles and Legal Issues

08:33 Time Travel to February 21st, 1976

21:08 Top 10 Songs Countdown Begins

41:51 Neil Sedaka's Unique Chart History

42:55 Debating the Song's Intro

43:19 Neil Sedaka's Career Resurgence

44:29 Exploring Other Chart Oddities

45:07 Nirvana's Unplugged and Other Remakes

47:03 Neil Sedaka's Kids Songs

48:10 Parody Songs and Phone Industry

50:50 Eric Carmen's All By Myself

58:26 Barry Manilow's I Write the Songs

01:04:53 AI and Music Trivia Challenge

01:16:07 The Miracles' Disco Hit

01:22:46 The Groove and Horniness Vibes Continue

01:23:34 Germany and TV Show Recommendations

01:24:29 Donna Summer's Breakthrough

01:24:59 The Extended Dance Remix Revolution

01:25:38 The Controversy and Impact of 'Love to Love You Baby'

01:31:35 Hot Chocolate's 'You Sexy Thing'

01:38:38 Rhythm Heritage and TV Theme Songs

01:44:00 Paul Simon's '50 Ways to Leave Your Lover'

01:53:07 Recap and Reflections

Dave and Milt, alongside special guests Anton and  Joy, dive into the 1984 music scene by conducting a fantasy draft of the best albums from that year. The lively discussion highlights major albums like Prince's 'Purple Rain', Van Halen's '1984', Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the USA', and Madonna's 'Like a Virgin'. The guests add their unique picks including Bryan Adams' 'Reckless', Talking Heads' 'Stop Making Sense', and Stevie Ray Vaughan's 'Couldn't Stand the Weather'. This engaging episode revisits iconic music and memories from a landmark year in music history.

Topics

01:01 SNL Reunion and 80s Nostalgia

04:44 Rock Fantasy Draft 1984 Begins

06:05 Introducing the Guests

14:01 Drafting the Top Albums of 1984

49:14 Unexpected Choices and Musical Surprises

49:46 Teen Favorites and Canadian Rock

51:31 Concert Stories and Nostalgia

52:54 The Evolution of Music Listening

54:07 Talking Heads and Avant-Garde Music

58:36 The Pretenders and Rock Legends

01:02:30 Michael Jackson's Billie Jean revelation

01:03:50 Run DMC and the Birth of Hip Hop

01:08:47 Tina Turner's Iconic Comeback

01:11:02 Reflecting on 1984's Musical Titans

01:13:25 The Who's Last Live Album

01:16:51 The Cars' Heartbeat City

01:22:22 Spinal Tap's Parody Perfection

01:26:06 Footloose Soundtrack and 80s Dance

01:29:19 REM's College Rock Anthem

01:34:20 Queen's Comeback with 'The Works'

01:35:48 Live Aid and Queen's Iconic Performance

01:37:09 Round 5 Begins: High Fives and Music Trivia

01:38:41 Don Henley's 'Building the Perfect Beast'

01:43:17 The Smiths' Debut Album

01:46:07 Wham! and the Pop Sensation of 1984

01:50:21 Duran Duran's Live Album

01:53:23 Final Round: The Go-Go's and Chicago

02:00:08 Stevie Ray Vaughan and Morris Day

02:06:14 Draft Recap and Final Thoughts

Dave and Milt take a trip back to February 2nd, 1980, to review and critique the Billboard Top 10 hits of that week. They find Tom Petty's 'Don't Do Me Like That,' Rupert Holmes' 'Escape (The Pina Colada Song)', Kenny Rogers' 'Coward of the County,' and Michael Jackson's 'Rock With You,' among others. They also engage in playful banter and trivia about musical notes and historical facts, recap the top songs of the week, and make their substitutions for songs they feel deserve a spot in the top 10 but didn't quite make it.

Topics

00:43 Yoga and Sound Bathing Experiences

02:51 SNL 50th Anniversary Excitement

06:48 1980 Time Machine Journey Begins

18:52 Tom Petty's Musical Journey

38:01 The Eagles' Prophetic Concerns

38:59 Disco, Rap, and Musical Fads

40:34 Accusations of Plagiarism

43:30 Fleetwood Mac's 'Sarah' and Its Complex Backstory

53:08 The Pina Colada Song: A Deeper Dive

01:05:39 Jeopardy! Songs About Booze

01:14:39 Queen's Rockabilly Hit

01:17:23 Introduction to 'Cruisin' by Smokey Robinson

01:17:54 Smokey Robinson's Solo Career Struggles

01:18:37 The Inspiration Behind 'Cruisin'

01:19:05 Different Interpretations of 'Cruisin'

01:19:59 Cover Versions of 'Cruisin'

01:20:55 Gwyneth Paltrow's Surprising Singing Talent

01:22:05 Huey Lewis and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

01:22:28 Smokey Robinson's Latest Album 'GASMS'

01:24:35 Kenny Rogers' 'Coward of the County'

01:32:35 Captain and Tennille's 'Do That to Me One More Time'

01:38:18 Michael Jackson's 'Rock With You'

01:46:13 Recap and Reflections on the Top 10 Songs

Dave and Milt break down the most memorable musical moments and controversies from the iconic Saturday Night Live. They discuss specific incidents including Sinead O'Connor's Pope photo-tear, Ashlee Simpson’s lip-sync debacle, and Rage Against the Machine’s protest, as well as touching on SNL's influence on modern comedy and music trends. The hosts also offer hot takes and personal insights, such as suggesting Justin Timberlake should join the SNL cast and arguing Andy Samberg’s superior comedic talent over Adam Sandler's. They conclude with a tribute to Paul Simon's poignant post-9/11 performance of 'The Boxer,' which they deem the most significant moment in SNL's history.

Topics

01:19 Listener Email: Bruce's Resignation

02:49 Kanye West and Documentary Discussion

06:15 Hot Takes on SNL Music Documentary

06:47 Mike Myers and Justin Timberlake on SNL

17:13 Ashlee Simpson's Lip Sync Incident

21:17 Sinead O'Connor's Controversial Performance

26:12 Elvis Costello and Fear's Performances

38:50 Saturday Night Live Trivia

39:48 Musical Guests Who Never Appeared on SNL

41:33 Rage Against the Machine Controversy

47:14 Kanye West's Antics

51:53 Eddie Murphy's Musical Comedy

56:19 Andy Samberg vs. Adam Sandler

01:02:40 The Influence of Lonely Island

01:10:45 Paul Simon's Post-9/11 Performance

01:15:03 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Dave and Milt travel back to January 1972 to discuss the Billboard Top 10 hits of the week. The hosts engage in lively and sometimes mindless banter, sharing stories and trivia about the songs and artists, including classics like Al Green's 'Let's Stay Together' and Don McLean's 'American Pie.' They also discuss some lesser-known gems and delve into various musical influences. Along the way, the podcast features fun segments like a playdate quiz on famous ad jingles and a substitution segment where the hosts replace one song from the list with another deserving track from the same period. 

Topics

00:00 Introduction and Apologies

01:20 Knock-Knock Jokes and Dad Jokes

02:04 Back to Business: Time Machine Setup

03:22 1972: Elvis and Super Bowl VI

04:25 Historical Events and Birthdays

09:55 Top 10 Songs Countdown Begins

10:42 Jackson 5's 'Sugar Daddy'

17:29 The Stylistics and Philly Soul

24:30 Betty Wright's 'Clean Up Woman'

30:38 The New Seekers and Coca-Cola Ad

41:00 Don Draper's Unending Cycle

42:08 A Depressing PSA on Soda

47:09 Nostalgic Ad Jingles Quiz

55:04 The Influence of 'Scorpio' in Hip Hop

01:02:11 Badfinger's Rise and Fall

01:13:50 Jonathan Edwards' Accidental Hit

01:17:35 Confusion Over Jonathan Edwards

01:17:58 Musical Comparisons and Nostalgia

01:18:48 McDonald's Coke Obsession

01:19:26 Top Songs Countdown Begins

01:20:25 Al Green's 'Let's Stay Together'

01:25:06 Melanie's 'Brand New Key' and Boogie Nights

01:32:17 Don McLean's 'American Pie'

01:47:04 Reflecting on the 1972 Music Scene

02:02:52 Upcoming Special Episode Teaser