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

The 1980 Albums Draft

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.

The Rock of 1988

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

Top 10 Movie Soundtracks of All Time

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

Back in the Love Machine: Hits of 1976

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

The 1984 Albums Draft

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

1980: Yeah, I Actually Do Like Pina Coladas

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

SNL Music: 10 Hot Takes

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

Hits of ‘72: Have a Coke & Some ‘Pie’

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

Top 10 Knock-Knock Jokes

Knock knock.
Who's there?
Jess.
Jess who?
Jess listen. 

Top 10 Movies of January 1994

Dave and Milt review the top ten movies for the week ending January 21st, 1994. They discuss major hits such as 'Mrs. Doubtfire,' 'Philadelphia,' and the timeless masterpiece 'Schindler's List.' The episode also delves into forgotten films like 'Iron Will' and 'Intersection,' among others. Highlights include a heartfelt tribute to Robin Williams, a deep dive into the cultural significance of 'Philadelphia,' and humorous interludes featuring Sabrina the robot assistant. The hosts also touch upon personal anecdotes and share trivia questions about the featured films.
 
Topics
00:49 Personal Anecdotes and Community Support
04:03 Special Episode: Top 10 Movies of January 1994
09:02 Movie Review: Shadowlands
18:28 Movie Review: House Party 3
25:51 Movie Review: Tombstone
37:50 Movie Review: Schindler's List
47:06 Movie Review: The Pelican Brief
48:32 Rotten Tomatoes Guessing Game
48:45 The Pelican Brief: Plot Overview
49:32 Hollywood's Reluctance for Interracial Romance
51:31 Personal Anecdote: The Impact of The Pelican Brief
53:12 Grisham Movie Power Rankings
58:17 Iron Will: A Forgotten Disney Movie
01:03:47 Grumpy Old Men: A Classic Comedy
01:10:54 Intersection: A Forgettable Drama
01:17:11 Mrs. Doubtfire: Robin Williams' Iconic Role
01:26:28 Philadelphia: A Landmark Film on AIDS
01:35:52 Wrapping Up: Top Movies Recap