The Greatest Non Hits

Send us Fan Mail Ready to surf the grunge wave with us? Promising a deep dive into an iconic album, we unveil the pioneering Pixies and their masterpiece, Surfer Rosa. Journey with us into the underbelly of the grunge era as we delve into the formation, minimalist post-punk sound, and profound influence of the Pixies. From the unique cover art to their influential hit songs like “Gigantic” and “Wh...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how embracing a unique blend of post-punk and electronic music could move an entire culture? Join us as we traverse through the realm of music, focusing on the influential post-punk band from Manchester, New Order. Our journey takes us through their unique musical style, the impact of their partnership with Factory Records and Tony Wilson on their success, and how th...

Send us Fan Mail You're about to embark on a musical journey that'll make you see life from a newborn's cry to a dying man's sigh, all through the lens of XTC's ninth studio album 'Skylarking'. This 1986 masterpiece, teeming with pop-rock brilliance, will take you down a garden path of melodic textures and lyrical wisdom. So strap in, as we navigate the sonic hig...

Send us Fan Mail Ready for a road trip down the laid-back, beachy paths of Jimmy Buffett's musical journey? Buckle up! We're hitting the A1A highway with a joyous celebration of Buffett's soul-soothing music, his famous Big Eight songs, and the unique blend of country, folk, and pop that defined his style. Expect enticing stories, laughter, and a deep-dive into the melodies and lyri...

Send us Fan Mail Eager to unravel the profound impact Jane's Addiction's had on the rock music scene of the late 80s? Our latest episode is a treasure trove for you! We are peeling back the layers of their remarkable Nothing Shocking album, an audacious blend of punk, metal, and psychedelic rock. We navigate the turbulent backstory of the band members, their afflictions, and the friction...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to a captivating exploration of Madonna's groundbreaking second studio album, "Like a Virgin". We promise an enlightening journey through one of pop music's most iconic albums. Get ready to witness the evolution of Madonna's image, her incredible knack for shaping her own sound and the immense commercial success of her 1984 release. From her Michig...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the unforeseen musical superstar, Detroit's own Sixto Rodriguez, whose politically charged albums ‘Cold Fact’ and ‘Coming from Reality’ unwittingly became anthems for South Africa's anti-apartheid movement. Join us as we illuminate the genius interweaving of folk, Motown, and pop that pepper Rodriguez' poignant lyrics, offering a raw, unfiltered view into s...

Send us Fan Mail Shout out to the fans of Sheffield United!! With that said, are you ready to embark on a rhythmic journey through the evolution of Def Leppard's sound? Prepare to be enticed by the melodic transformation from heavy metal to hard rock in this deep dive into their second studio album, High and Dry. We unwrap the history of this renowned band from Sheffield, England, and the asc...

Send us Fan Mail Today's journey will take us through the iconic music of alternative rock band, 10,000 Maniacs, while also highlighting the solo career of its vibrant lead vocalist, Natalie Merchant. Buckle up as we dissect their album "In My Tribe", discuss hits like 'What's The Matter Here' and 'Like the Weather', and delve into the introspective lyrics o...

Send us Fan Mail Embrace the charm of an album that has defined generations as we recount the magic of U2's 'The Joshua Tree.' We promise you'll be transported back to the 80s as we share our personal anecdotes about the album and rank our top three non-hit songs. We couldn't agree more on the profound impact the album had on U2's career and continue to marvel at the...

Send us Fan Mail Feel the spirituality pulsate through your ears as we embark on a sonic exploration of Talk Talk’s Spirit of Eden. Evoking an emotional rollercoaster, we unpack the intricate sound frequencies and the to-die-for harmonica solos that make this album a rare gem. We'll also weave through the band's journey: from their pop beginnings to their embrace of artistic freedom and...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare yourself for a fascinating journey into the heart of Australia with the iconic band, Midnight Oil as we dissect their seminal album, Diesel and Dust. Immerse yourself in the band’s genre-spanning sounds, and discover how their music became a powerful voice for Aboriginal communities. We kick off our discussion with the band's formation in 1976, their unique sound, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we had initially planned to discuss Frank Zappa's album "Baby Snakes." However, we decided to change our topic as we felt it was too unconventional for our show. Tim had recently heard a few songs from Sade's album and suggested we discuss it instead.  At first, I was curious about the circumstances in which Tim heard these songs. But then I th...

Send us Fan Mail For Metalheads, this is an instant classic. The Buzz in every Jr. High/High School across the US was around this album in the fall of '83. Sure, Ozzy, Kiss, Motley Crue, Dio and Judas Priest were crushing it too, but the band was able to endure, and their legion of fans, rightfully, allowed them to do their thing for a long long time. What we loved about the album was how wel...

Send us Fan Mail We didn't think we would do this one justice, but I think we were able to give reverence to one of the great music accomplishments of our time. There's a combination of influences, on so many levels that you hear on this album and references to the forefathers of Zydeco, the Homeless, Ladysmith, Joseph and too many others to count. The Bass playing, the drumming, all ama...

Send us Fan Mail This album is an amazing collaboration between Billy Idol, Guitarist Steve Stevens and Famed producer Keith Forsey. Born William Michael Albert Board, Billy Idol began his music career as the front Man for the punk band Generation X, formed shortly after he dropped out of Sussex University in 1976. Rebel Yell's a hard rockin album with its roots in Punk and a huge american ro...

Send us Fan Mail They may have been a B list, 1st wave band from the 80's, but this album is a pleasurable A in our book.  A nice cross between Blondie, Devo and Kraftwerk. Terri Nunn is a babe, with a high, but powerful and sexy voice. Great Bass player, Great Synths on World of Smiles, and even the few Guitar solo's ripped. It went platinum, but it seems forgotten. We believe it deserv...

Send us Fan Mail Wang Chung are more than just a “Taster’s Choice moment between guys”. Innuendo's aside, they’re the total package.  We both loved “The Waves”, and had fun with surfer dude, Fast Times, Good Will Hunting and other hilarious movie sound bites woven into our banter. We always do that on every album episode, but Tim went as far as to say it may be his favorite non hit album of a...

Send us Fan Mail Rippin Raps and Rockin Rhymes, the boys from Hollis take us back in time. We hear two or three of these songs today getting blasted at wedding receptions or high school reunions, but the gems are the deep cuts. Dumb Girls may get a bad rap for the name, but I'll be damned if it isn't a catchy tune. You get Nursery Rhymes, relationship drama, revelry, community solidarity...

Send us Fan Mail Your listening tropical lush paradise awaits! Just don't regret it in the morning when the hot and heavy comes to simmer and you realize you've made a mistake and need to find the first confessional you see.  Sri Lanka? Seagulls? Serious synth? Chauffers? Sprite instead of 7up?  Whatever it is, Duran Duran knocks it out the proverbial park with this album and we need to...

Send us Fan Mail Donna Summer, deservedly, occupied the thrown and wore the crown as the world’s Queen of Disco. Whether you loved or hated it (disco), you knew her and admired her for being the whole package. Beauty, energy, talent and personality abound, there was no stopping her.  In our podcast, we touch on her background out of Boston in the late ‘60’s, her move to NY,  her move to Europe(pla...

Send us Fan Mail Our first podcast from a band down under, we couldn't be more happy to spend our time listening to one of the best selling, and arguably the best Rock and Roll album of all time. Each guitar solo from Angus Young, each grunt from Brian Johnson, each double  entendre, as low brow as it may come across, somehow fits on every song. There's a reason everyone is so enamored w...

Send us Fan Mail You're traveling through a 1980 dimension to Athens Georgia-a dimension not only sight and sound but of mind. The computers are still taking orders from us, and the B-52's are creating songs about fish and candy, kissing pineapples and wild potatoes in your own private Idaho.  Move over Rod Serling and Stanley Kubrick . we do a lot of Twilight Zone and Shining sound clip...

Send us Fan Mail How's your sleep out there, dreamers? Well, put down the English Lit Book, tap the keg of Milwaukee's Best and crank up the best that UGA has to offer: R.E.M.! With 7 years of college down the drain, a $2,00 food stipend per day, and cult following in their hometown of Athens, Georgia, the guys in R.E.M willed their way to superstardom staying true to themselves, their m...

Send us Fan Mail Power ballads riddled with strings! These tracks are unique and triumphant in many ways, but that doesn't mean we necessarily like them all that much. We powered ourselves through and got in touch with something we might have been neglected...OUR FEELINGS. That's right, we still have them somewhere... just need to jump start them a bit. And this album will do that.  Davi...