PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine - Music of the 70s, 80s and More
70s and 80s Music Fans! It’s PAST TENS: A Top 10 Time Machine! The podcast that looks back at a past list of top 10 hits and breaks down the winners, losers and WTF moments. With Michael ”Milt” Wolfe and David Yas (david@pod617.com)Lots of fun revisiting the music of the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and beyond.The best 80s songs of all time. The best 70s songs of all time. The best cover songs. The best TV themes. The best movie soundtracks. The best cowbell songs. The worst songs of all time. The best mashups of all time. The best rock of the 70s and 80s. The best hip-hop of the 70s and 80s. And you will hear more than you new about artists like:Michael JacksonPrinceMadonnaDaryl Hall & John OatesGeorge MichaelBilly JoelLionel RichiePhil CollinsJohn Couger MellencampElton JohnKool & The GangKenny RogersHuey Lewis & The NewsWhitney HoustonStevie WonderDiana RossDuran DuranJourneySheena EastonPointer SistersChicagoRick SpringfieldRod StewartBon JoviOlivia Newton-JohnBruce SpringsteenStarshipPaul...
Episodes

Friday Jul 12, 2024
Friday Jul 12, 2024
In this nostalgic episode of 'Past Tens, a Top 10 Time Machine', hosts Dave and Milt transport listeners back to July 1982, exploring the Billboard Top 10 hits and top albums of the week. They discuss enduring classics from artists like John Cougar (Mellencamp?), Van Halen, and the Rolling Stones. Highlights include "The Loverboy Teen Butt Album Cover Story," and a Jeopardy-style quiz segment. Additionally, the hosts offer their own favorite picks, adding a personal twist to the musical lineup. Tune in for an engaging deep dive into music history filled with humor, debates, nachos, cocktails, lots of full frontal nudity, and unexpected stories.Topics00:47 Aging and Colonoscopy Tales!03:14 Patriotism Pod Recap04:17 Upcoming Weekend Plans05:16 Listener Reviews and Feedback06:24 Time Machine to July 3rd, 198229:33 John Cougar's Breakthrough Album37:35 Nostalgic TV Memories38:09 Johnny C's Career and Music39:18 David Lee Roth's Era40:46 Van Halen's Diver Down Album48:35 Rolling Stones' Live Albums53:53 Jeopardy! Style Music Quiz01:01:48 Toto's Grammy-Winning Album01:09:52 Human League's Synth-Pop Impact01:15:06 Willie Nelson's Pop Breakthrough01:16:04 Cover Versions and Collaborations01:19:21 Willie Nelson's Humor and Legacy01:24:15 Paul McCartney's Tug of War01:30:20 Asia's Debut Album01:38:04 Recap and Reflections

Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
HERE’S YOUR JULY 4 PLAYLIST:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/69DYFfVPqQh4PoPBVuI75n?si=019c5f38c6ea4003In this special Independence Day episode of Past Tens, hosts Dave and Milt delve into the top 10 greatest patriotic red, white, and blue songs of all time. They tally contributions from listeners, discuss the impact of each song, and even share amusing personal anecdotes. From Neil Diamond's 'America' to Ray Charles' 'America the Beautiful,' the show is filled with iconic hits that celebrate the American spirit. The episode also touches on songs like 'Born in the USA' by Bruce Springsteen, Mellencamp classics, and even a comedic take with Team America's 'America, F*** Yeah.' Whether it's patriotic anthems or songs that capture the essence of American culture, this episode has it all. Tune in for a lively countdown that will surely get your 4th of July off to a great start. Now go have a hot dog. F Yeah!Topics00:52 Celebrating Independence Day01:42 Top 10 Patriotic Songs Countdown Begins04:19 Discussing the Songs and Their Rankings05:59 Diving Deeper into the Top Patriotic Songs25:41 Marvin Gaye's Iconic National Anthem29:40 James Brown's 'Living in America' Breakdown32:45 Dan Hartman's Version of 'Living in America'35:49 Neil Diamond's 'America' and Its Impact40:17 Patriotic Songs: Hits and Misses50:33 Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the USA' Debate56:46 Ray Charles' 'America the Beautiful' Finale01:01:13 Closing Remarks and 4th of July Wishes

Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Dave and Milt take listeners on a nostalgic journey through the Billboard Top 10 hits from July 3, 1971. The duo discusses and critiques songs like Ringo Starr’s 'It Don’t Come Easy', The Rolling Stones' classic ‘Brown Sugar’, and The Carpenters' 'Rainy Days and Mondays', while also spotlighting tracks by Jerry Reed, James Taylor, Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose, The Raiders, and Carole King. Amidst playful banter, Milt's love-hate relationship with certain tracks and Dave's critique of James Taylor’s style surface. By the way, a robot wrote this recap. Could you tell? I bet you couldn’t. The robots are winning. Kneel before us, humans. You have no chance. Anyway, the episode teems with humorous anecdotes, fascinating trivia—including John Loudermilk's fabricated story—an AI-generated musical playdate, and even a song substitution challenge featuring The James Gang. Listeners are treated to a vibrant mix of music history, critical assessments, and engaging storytelling.Topics:00:52 Milt’s Mysterious Disappearance and Catching Up01:55 Listener Feedback and Summer Songs05:17 Time Machine: July 3rd, 197114:42 Ringo Starr's Solo Success24:28 Jerry Reed's 'When You're Hot, You're Hot'33:04 James Taylor's 'You've Got a Friend'39:44 AI and Music: A Fun Experiment42:12 Guessing the Song Lyrics43:05 Struggling with Song Recognition43:24 More Song Challenges44:46 Tough Song Lyrics45:32 Iconic Bands and Tough Lyrics47:51 Television Theme Songs48:21 Final Song Challenge49:22 Reflecting on the Challenge50:36 Discussing 'Brown Sugar'52:27 Bad Remake Alert54:19 The Want Ads01:02:14 Hamilton, Joe Frank, and Reynolds01:08:15 Rainy Days and Mondays01:16:03 Treat Her Like a Lady01:17:08 Introduction to Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose01:17:13 The Story Behind the Band Name01:17:50 Musical Success and Disappearance01:18:23 Anchorman and the Iconic Song01:20:44 Discussing the Raiders and Native American Themes01:24:25 The Controversial Story of 'Indian Reservation'01:30:16 Carole King's 'It's Too Late'01:38:35 Recap and Reflections on the Top Songs01:54:54 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off

Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Best Summer Songs of All Time!Here's the playlist thanks to you, Machine Nation: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3SwDdqK6Hhh61LwVXDBDXY?si=aaee311e0d9b4ff2

Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
In this episode of Past Tens, hosts Dave and special guest co-host Beth Grampetro travel back to June 11, 1994, to explore the Billboard Top 10 hits of the week. They delve into popular songs such as Aaliyah's 'Back and Forth,' Tony Braxton's 'You Mean the World to Me,' and Ace of Base's 'The Sign.' Can you tell this was written by AI? You can, can’t you. We’re fooling no one. Sorry. Anyway, the discussion includes music trivia, personal anecdotes, and the transformation of country hits into popular R&B tracks, particularly John Michael Montgomery's songs turned hits by All-4-One. The hosts humorously banter about their favorite and least favorite tracks, replacing disliked songs with personal picks like those from Melissa Etheridge and Tom Petty. This nostalgic episode is filled with pop culture references, making for a fun reflection on mid-'90s music.Topics:03:10 1994 Time Machine: Setting the Stage09:59 Aaliyah's Debut and R. Kelly Controversy19:47 Toni Braxton's Early Hits26:45 Prince's 'The Most Beautiful Girl in the World'33:55 Big Mountain's 'Baby, I Love Your Way'37:48 1994 Movie Soundtrack Trivia45:07 Ace of Base: A 90s Pop Phenomenon46:52 Exploring Different Versions of 'Don't Turn Around'50:31 Ace of Base's 'The Sign': A Massive Hit55:26 Warren G and Nate Dogg's 'Regulate'59:55 Janet Jackson's Mature Themes in 'Anytime, Anyplace'01:05:02 Madonna's 'I'll Remember' and Movie Soundtracks01:12:35 All-4-One's 'I Swear': A Wedding Anthem01:21:06 Substitutions and Final Thoughts

Friday Jun 07, 2024

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Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
Pass the milk! Milt and Dave count down the top breakfast cereals of all time.

Friday May 10, 2024
Friday May 10, 2024
Dave and Milt dissect the Billboard Top 10 albums, including 'iconic' works such as 'The Final Countdown' by Europe, 'Graceland' by Paul Simon, 'Tango in the Night' by Fleetwood Mac, 'Sign o' the Times' by Prince, 'Licensed to Ill' by the Beastie Boys, 'Slippery When Wet' by Bon Jovi, and 'The Joshua Tree' by U2. The discussion not only delves into the background and the stories behind these albums but also addresses broader themes like cultural appropriation, the effect of MTV, and the transition in sound for bands like Bon Jovi. Can you tell this summary was written by AI? So what. I'm trying to get this 2 hour+ podcast posted. Gimme a break. Anyway, by combining personal anecdotes, insights into the controversies of the time such as the apartheid-era South Africa visit by Paul Simon for 'Graceland', and listener interactions, the episode presents a nostalgic and insightful review of 1987 as a pivotal year in music history.Here are the topics covered. This is a goofy podcast, so the list summarized by AI in a formal list looks like borderline gibberish. We hope you enjoy it.00:00 Welcome to Past Tens: A Journey Through Billboard's Top Hits00:52 The Art of Killing Time: A Casual Chat02:35 Listener Interactions: Feedback and Fun Facts07:57 Diving into 1987: A Special Episode with a Twist17:00 The Final Countdown: Analyzing Whitesnake's Iconic Album36:50 Tawny Kitaen: More Than Just a Music Video Vixen41:44 Rock Legends and Hair Metal Nostalgia42:18 The Simpsons' Take on Hair Metal Bands42:45 Whitesnake and the Era of Classic Rock44:26 Bryan Adams' Musical Journey49:36 Prince's Iconic Album: Sign of the Times01:05:32 The Fusion of African and Pop Music by Paul Simon01:16:37 Poison's Glam Metal Impact01:23:23 Beastie Boys Break Records with License to Ill01:25:38 Controversial Lyrics and Album Titles01:27:12 Musical Innovation and Sampling Mastery01:28:31 Unreleased Tracks and Online Discoveries01:35:25 Transition to Bon Jovi's Breakthrough01:42:33 The Return of Richie Sambora to Bon Jovi01:45:11 Album Chart Countdown and Reflections02:02:37 Rating the Week: A Musical Time Capsule02:02:47 Milt's dog farts

Saturday May 04, 2024
Saturday May 04, 2024
Dave has been watching a lot of TV and needs Milt to get his act together and watch these 10 shows. Scroll down for the list.1RipleyNetflix2True Detective S4Max3The Tourist Season 2Max4Baby ReindeerNetflix5The GentlemenNetflix6Curb Your Enthusiasm S12Max7SugarApple TV8American NightmareNetflix9Fallout Prime Video103 Body ProblemNetflixHONORABLE MENTIONSWelcome to Wrexham S3HuluSteve!apple tv Feud: Capote v the SwansHuluPalm RoyaleApple TVManhuntApple TVMasters of the AirApple TVOne DayNetflixGriseldaNetflixShogundisneyElsbeth season 1CBS, Paramount +The SympathizerHulumr mrs smithprime videoa gentleman in moscowParamountFranklinApple tvThe Jinx Part TwoMaxBrandy Hellville & The Cult of Fast FashionNetflixThe Synanon FixMaxQuiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TVMaxThe Curious Case of Natalia Grace: Natalia Speaks'max