Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast

The 80s gave us some of the greatest Christmas movies of all time, including Christmas Vacation (1989) and Scrooged (1988). (Also, how bad did you want to see "The Night the Reindeer Died?!). These movies have become Holiday traditions for many families and are now being introduced to a new generation. Join us as we discuss the behind the scenes stories on these modern classics and discuss the out...

This is our Stranger Things Season 1 Finale where we cover the music used in Episodes 5-8! In this episode we dive deep into one of the most iconic songs of the 80s (Sunglasses at Night), we take a look at the biggest selling single of all time (White Christmas) and we examine the amazing true story of "Carol of the Bells" and the incredible assassination of its composer! You won't believe it!

In 1985, Sammy Hagar took over the vocal duties for the mighty Van Halen. Eddie's keyboards had already found their way in to the melodies of Van Halen. There was no question that this was a different style than the origins of Van Halen, but would Sammy show the world what Dreams are made of? Because when Sammy walked in Love Walked In. Join us as we discuss the music of Van Halen from 5150 to Bal...

Van Halen was soaring to success, but internally the rocket was crumbling. Join us as we discuss the songs of Van Halen's self titled debut through 1984 and the stories behind the scenes leading to Diamond Dave's ultimate exit from the band. Check out our YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@surelypodcast#vanhalen #80smusic #dlr #evh

Check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OQgogDXC8KcThe Birth of The Band! Come join us as we discuss the "Mammoth" success of Van Halen, their meager beginnings through the debut album, and all the crazy stories in-between. Eddie Van Halen redefines the concept of the lead guitarist creating a sound that will be copied by guitarists for decades. David Lee Roth may be the greatest front man of al...

Finally the biopic we've been waiting for! Now available on the Roku channel is "Weird: The Al Yankovic Story". "Weird" Al has been a favorite of our since elementary school so we were excited to watch this movie. Join us as we take a dive into his background and give a little bit of his history. We cap it off with our thoughts on the movie!

In this episode of the Soundtrack of Stranger Things we examine the artists and songs from Episode 4. This time we deep dive into the history of Joy Division, their impact on songs of the 80s and their tragic ending. You may not know much about these guys but, trust us, your friends, the story is amazing! Also friends don't lie.

In this episode on the Soundtrack to Stranger Things we examine the artists and songs from Episode 3. This time we dive into the glorious music of Foreigner, their rise to classic rock fame and the turbulence along the way. We also discuss one timeless holiday classic, a classical piece that you'll recognize from Bugs Bunny and cap it all off with David Bowie and the most emotional song he's ever...

We continue our deep dive into the music of the Netflix show "Stranger Things". This week we cover a punk song with a back story so bizarre you'll have to hear it to believe it. We also discuss a couple of all time holiday classics and one of the biggest one hit wonders of the 80s! You will not want to miss this one!

When the Netflix show Stranger Things was released in 2016 it created a surge in interest for all things 80s including the music. Today we dive deep on the songs included in Season 1, Episode 1: "The Vanishing of Will Byers". The stories behind these songs are amazing! There is murder, suicide, drugs, an attempt to drug the President of the United States, a hang glider accident (it's true!) along...

This week we get the extra special privilege of interviewing "Ninety Days in the 90s" author, Andy Frye. We discuss his new novel in which the main character, Darby, discovers a way to travel through time and reconnect with old friends, relive all of the old concerts, and take a second shot at love. We had a blast discussing the book with Andy, along with more 90s pop culture. Stick around for our...

In September of 1992, Stone Temple Pilots released their debut album, "Core" and solidified themselves as one of the next big bands of the 90s. With songs like "Wicked Garden", "Creep" and "Plush" the were darlings of MTV and radio. Their albums sold like crazy but money, fame and addiction would end up being their downfall. Come with us and go track by track through one of the great albums of the...

On September 29, 1992 Stone Temple Pilots released their best seller, "Core". With tons of hits and great songs it became a favorite for a new generation. Four guys from different parts of the country came together to make some of the most memorable songs of the 90s. In this episode we will explore the history of the band leading up to that album in 1992. Are you smelling like a rose?

30 years ago, grunge music made its way into the mainstream music charts as well as MTV. Alice in Chains' stormed to the top of the charts with their second album that combined rock guitars and introspective lyrics and became a huge hit for the band. Please go down in a hole with us on the 30th anniversary of this album as we go track by track discussing the stories behind each of the songs!

When grunge hit the music scene in the early 90s, Alice in Chains was one of the bands at the forefront. Led by Jerry Cantrell's aggressive guitars and Layne Staley's growling vocals, the band quickly became one of the biggest of that generation. In this episode we will deep dive in their glam past, their rise to fame and the impact or drugs on their career.

During the summer of 1987 the fourth of the Jaws movies was released and has been called on of the worst movies of all time. This week we dive into "Jaws the Revenge" with our friends from the AFilmBy Podcast and ask the important questions. Do sharks have ESP? How do sharks travel a few thousand miles in just a few days? Can sharks roar? Join us as discuss these crazy questions and give away the...

The summer of 1987 gave us two of the biggest box office stinkers of the 1980s in "Superman IV: The Quest for Peace" and "Jaws the Revenge". Over the next two weeks, we will discuss, debate and dissect these two movies and ask the question "What the heck happened?" This week we dive into "Superman IV: The Quest for Peace". With Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman and Mark McClure all ba...

35 years after the original Predator, Dan Trachtenberg gives us the prequel to the franchise. The reaction to this Hulu movie has been overwhelmingly positive, but does it really hold up to the hype? Join us as we discuss how this movie came to be and all the incredible, crazy, and hilarious stories about the cast, crew, music composer, and production of the film. And, finally, our judgment about...

For action movie fans, the summer of 1987 was epic! Robocop and Predator both introduced us to some of the most iconic and successful characters and franchises of the decade. Jump back in to our discussion where we conclude with our own final judgment between these two giants. Also, always remember: if it bleeds, we can kill it!

During the summer of 1987, two movies were released that defined 80's action movies, John McTiernan's "Predator" and Paul Verhoeven's "Robocop". Both of these became iconic franchises that spawned multiple sequels, outshoots and now prequels. One of these had a cast of macho 80s alpha action stars and one had virtual unknowns. This week we give you the stories behind the making of these two movies...

Despite being in the grips of addiction, during the summer of 1987 Mötley Crüe managed to release their most commercially successful album to that point, "Girls, Girls, Girls". Not only did the album reach the #2 position on the sales charts in the US (Nikki Sixx claims the album should have been #1) they also managed to provide an anthem for strippers everywhere! Join us, along with special guest...

After two years of delays, fights, surgery and recovery, the dream team of David Coverdale, John Sykes, John Kalodner, released the long awaited self titled Whitesnake album (also known as "1987"). It contained some of the biggest and most beloved hair metal songs of the 80s including "Still of the Night", "Here I Go Again" and "Is This Love". With these songs were included some of the most iconic...

In the Spring of 1986, David Coverdale was practically unknown in America, 3 million dollars in debt and pushing his broken down white Jaguar out of an intersection in LA. But things were looking up, he had recently recovered from sinus surgery, he was finishing up long overdue Whitesnake album and he was on a date with a lovely new woman in his life, Tawny Kitaen. That's when the story gets reall...

After 5 long years away, Def Leppard triumphantly returned in the summer of 1987 with their comeback album, "Hysteria". The album was a slow burn for much of '87 but really took hold in 1988 to become one of the biggest selling albums of the 1980s. Step inside, walk this way and join us as we go track by track through the album, a rerelease of a podcast from Season 1, and get us ready to discuss t...

In 1983, Def Leppard released the mega-selling smash hit album, "Pyromania". With the combination of catchy, irresistible radio friendly rock songs, youthful good looks and the new music television channel MTV, the album propelled the band to new heights. Join us as we go track by track through this album, a rerelease of a podcast from Season 1, discussing all the stories behind the music and fun...