The Mix Tape (Music and Pop Culture)

This week we had the honor to speak with Lawrence Gowan, lead singer of the band Styx! These guys have been rocking out since the 70’s and from what you’ll hear today, they have no plans of stopping anytime soon! Check them out this summer as they head out on tour! For more info head here: https://styxworld.com/   We also started our Pop culture Championship contest so pay close attention to the c...

So many songs we all know and love turn out to be remakes... seriously, we've done 3 other episodes about it (you should go back and listen). Some came way after the fact, some within a couple of years. On this episode we will be looking at 10 famous songs and discussing the original versions that helped make them famous. We also go off on a tangent about Pryor's Place, you know, the time Richard...

Hell yeah! We get all industrial this week as we take a look at those hard hitting bands from the 90s like KMFDM, Gravity Kills and Stabbing Westward! This is our Industrial Rock Mixtape episode! Have a listen and let us transport you back to the 90s!   Please visit our sponsor-  www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat discount Follow us Online! www. TheMixTapePod.co...

On this episode we talk 90s one hit wonders once again! Honestly, this is a great list, from Us3 and 4 Non Blondes to Del Amitri, Nada Surf and Lit. Have a listen and let us transport you back to the 90s! Check out Porkchop Sandwiches: https://youtu.be/L1BDM1oBRJ8   Please visit our sponsor-  www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat discount Follow us Online! www. The...

“Closing time, you don’t have to go home but you can’t, stay, here!” Semisonic, they had one of the biggest songs of the 90’s Closing Time. You know it, you’ve heard it in a half dozen movies and even in an episode of The Office. We can all sing it, and it has become the go-to song when bar owners are looking to send us on our way at the end of the night. Semisonic (which consists of Dan Wilson, J...

Cartoons! Quit possibly the best thing ever for kids growing up in the 80s and 90s. This week we’re taking a look back at some of the greatest cartoon theme sons of all time!   Transformer, Duck Tales, Scooby Doo, Tale Spin, Animaniacs, and so much more! Join the Mix Tape as we run back to better days when we dropped in front of our t.v’s with a bowl of cereal and experienced life the way is was e...

We are joined by author Frank Anthony Polito this week to discuss New Wave Hits of the 80’s! When in Rome, Wall of VooDoo, Yaz, Nena and more! This is a fun trip riding the new wave! Check out Franks books here: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-90s-Frank-Anthony-Polito-ebook/dp/B007R0P5SS?ref_=ast_author_dp Please visit our sponsor- www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat...

The 90’s was the best decade when it came to great R & B Jams. From Mark Morrison and Janet Jackson, to Prince and Tony Toni Tone, they were dropping smooth grooves and slamming tracks. On this episode Jay, Matt and K.C. are bringing you their picks for some of the best 90’s R & B. Please visit our sponsor- www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat discount Follow us O...

This week we were a bit more sincere as we each brought two bands or artists to the table who, if we could, we would have deliver unto us one more epic album. From Tupac and Alice in Chains to Tom Petty and Hendrix, we discuss why these artists are our picks. Listen as we spread the love. Be amazed as K.C. coins yet another pop culture turn of phrase (raspberry bidet). Our new shirts are available...

We’re talking 90’s again this week as we bring our top picks for the best British Rock! Featuring such amazing artists as Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, Oasis, The Cure and so much more!”! Please visit our sponsor- www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat discount Follow us Online! www. TheMixTapePod.com We are KILLING it over on YouTube with all the Twisted Kid...

The 90’s were an amazing time... but not EVERYTHING about it was great. On this episode lines will be drawn, and of course crossed, as we give to you our choices for the worst songs from the 90’s (even if a couple of these dudes are wrong). Sit back, listen and enjoy... if you can! Featuring such classics as “Achy Breaky Heart”, “The Macarena”; and “Gypsy Woman”! Please visit our sponsor- www. Bus...

Tonight we’re Jump Jivin and talking about the 90’s Swing Music Revival! From Big Bad VooDoo Faffy to Cherry Poppin Daddies we’re gonna have you hitting the town in your Zoot Suits! To top off the whole thing we’ll be featuring an interview with Jimbo Mathus, singer for Squirrel Nut Zippers! Please visit our sponsor- www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat...

You ever been talking to someone and you mention a song but they think you’re talking about a different song altogether? Sounds like a weird topic but that is what spawned today’s show, songs with the same name that are drastically different. From Metallica and U2, to Tevin Campbell and Ratt we’re gonna chat about it! Please visit our sponsor- www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945...

We kick off season 4 with a BANG! We’re talking about songs that were remade and who did the better version. Are we gonna vote for the original? Are we gonna pick the remake? Only one way to find out! From the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Eurythics, to Cake and Michael Jackson, we’re looking t a few iconic remakes to see if they make the grade. Listen, share and Stay Awesome! You need to check ou...

An awesome little bonus episode for all the Tapeworms. This is the audio from our Twisted Kid video. You should check it out over on YouTube and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@themixtapepodcast Stick around because next years promises to be even more Awesomer! Listen, share and Stay Awesome! You need to check out our Sponsor www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To re...

We close out Season 3 with something truly amazing. We had the distinct honor of interviewing one of our heroes, Weird Al Guitarist Jim “Kimo” West! Jim had been with Al for over 30 years as well as being a grammy winning solo artist. Stick around because next years promises to be even more Awesomer! Please subscribe to the show and check us out on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@themixtapepodca...

This week we have with us the dynamic duo from Behind the Funny to discuss the flaming mess that was Woodstock 99! Yes we go off the rails... hell yes we do, a lot, but man is this a fun one and Ace will tell you all about his real life experiences at Woodstock 99 so buckle in, prepare to laugh, and stay awesome! Listen, share and Stay Awesome! Behind the Funny- https://behindthefunny.libsyn.com/...

This week we are honored to have Lead Singer of Toad theWet Sprocket, Glen Phillips join us. Toad gave us hits such as “All I want” “Walk on the Ocean” and “Good Intentions” and they are still creating music today! Glen has produced several solo albums as well.. Listen, share and Stay Awesome! https://glenphillips.com/ https://toadthewetsprocket.com/ You need to check out our Sponsor www. BustedTe...

They hit our TV screen in 1993 and cemented their place in Geek Culture forever! They are the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and this week we talk about how they found their start and how they continue to create new fans almost 30 years later. Listen, share and Stay Awesome! You need to check out our Sponsor www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat discount Fo...

In the 90’s we had a couple of fantastic sketch comedy shows. The first was In Living Color. Bringing us names like The Wayan’s, Jim Carey, David Allen Grier and Jamie Fox. A few years later Mad Tv hit the small screen with Bobby Lee, Michael McDonald and Frank Caliendo. Today we’re doing a deep dive into these two shows. We’re comparing and contrasting to show what worked and what didn’t. Listen,...

This week we are honored to have guitarist Michael Lockwood join us. Michael is a member of the 80s band Lions & Ghosts and he has worked with artists like Carly Simon, Fiona Apple and Susanna Hoffs. Listen, share and Stay Awesome! https://www.michaellockwood.com/ https://www.lionsandghosts.com/ You need to check out our Sponsor www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 T...

We head to the 90s this week to discuss our picks of some of the best soundtracks of the decade! From The Crow and Empire Records to Boomerang and Romeo and Juliet we cover the gambit! Listen, share and Stay Awesome! You need to check out our Sponsor www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat discount Follow us Online! www. TheMixTapePod.com Twitter-  Mix...

From The Blues Brothers to Spinal Tap, film and Television has introduced us to some great music from bnds that were totally made up! This time around we decided to highlight a few of those bands. We give our picks and also a few honorable fan mentions. Listen, share and Stay Awesome! #mixtape #spinaltap #muppets #thatthingyoudo #bluesbrothers #darkside #80s #90s You need to check out our Sponsor...

OMG! White Zombie... Sean Yseult! This is one hell of an interview. We had the opportunity to speak with Sean about her time with the band and her art. This one is worth the listen!  You need to check out our Sponsor www. BustedTees.com   At checkout use code JASON25945 To receive a fat discount Follow us Online!  www. TheMixTapePod.com Twitter-  Mix_Tape_Pod  Facebook- Tapewroms! Fans of the Mix...