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Found Out About You (w Robin Wilson of Gin Blossoms) Mar 31, 2021

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'90s Madness concludes with one of the most ubiquitous bands and albums of the decade, Gin Blossoms' New Miserable Experience and its many hit singles! We'll cover all things regarding this classic rock anthem, and chat with lead singer Robin Wilson about a great many things, including:

- Dash Riprock!

- Tambourine excellence

-The Moment of Truth that led to “Follow You Down”

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Co-producers: Andrea Konarzewski, Ari Marucci, Brad Callahan, Michael Conley, Peter Mark Campbell, and David Steinberg

Only Wanna Be With You (w Jim Sonefeld of Hootie & the Blowfish) - Episode 707 Mar 24, 2021

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“Cracked Rear View” is the biggest-selling studio album since “Thriller,” and this week we're diving into it, and specifically one of the '90s' most beloved songs! We'll be talking with Hootie drummer Jim "Soni" Sonefeld about the explosive rise of the album and the band, the amazing video for this song, and more! Also:

- The power of getting revved up by David Letterman

- We ask Jim Sonefeld the question he’s been waiting 25 years to be asked.

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All For You (w Ken Block of Sister Hazel) - Episode 706 Mar 17, 2021

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90s Madness continues with the singalong of singalongs, “All For You” by Sister Hazel! Lead singer Ken Block joins us to talk about the legacy of the band, the real life Sister Hazel, Lyrics for Life, and more. Also:

- How to tell the difference between Sister Hazel and Blues Traveler

- “Suck on that, Eddie Van Halen!”

- A van named Cleavon

- Ken Block’s karaoke choices

Special shoutout to Christina Holland for providing some extra joy this week. Check out her blog here.

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90s Madness: The Way (w Tony Scalzo of Fastball) - Episode 705 Mar 10, 2021

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The road that they walk on is paved in gold, and this episode is definitely gold too. Fastball singer and bassist Tony Scalzo joins us to talk about the band's signature tune, based on a true (if sad) story. Also--

- Miles Zuniga doesn't care about his guitar gear

- Tony Scalzo on classical music and prog, filming on Charmed, and “making serious music out of rock and roll.”

- Lots and lots of baseball. I mean you had to know it was coming.

Thanks so much for producing the show beloved around the world!

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90s Madness: Interstate Love Song (Stone Temple Pilots) w Dave Barnes Mar 03, 2021

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We're kicking off '90s Madness with one of the greatest rock hits of the decade, Stone Temple Pilots' signature cut "Interstate Love Song," and we brought along Uncle Dave to help us dig into it! Also in this episode:

- Five fresh Hot Takes from Rob and JP

- The perfect mashup of Eddie Vedder and Kurt Cobain?

- Rob analyzes a single chord to the absolute height of his dorkiness

- JP accuses STP of Riff thievery

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Crazy Love (w Rusty Young of Poco) - Episode 703 Feb 24, 2021

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Get your sandals on and let's all head out to the yacht! This beautifully breezy hit from 1979 is the perfect companion to spending a day on the water in style. Even if you don't like Piña Coladas, you'll love this earworm from country-rock legends Poco! Also in this episode: - Beautiful, breezy yacht rock and over-pronounced R’s tt - Y’all know John Lithgow sang? You’ll wish you didn’t! Muahahahahaha - A crazy translation of Crazy Love Want MORE show? Join us on PATREON for weekly reaction mini-sodes, new ways to interact with us, and chances to be part of the show! patreon.com/greatsongpod Connect with us on socials for Shenanigans, merch, and more! Facebook.com/groups/greatsongpod FB/Twitter/Instagram: @GreatSongPod greatsongpodcast.com Co-producers: Andrea Konarzewski, Ari Marucci, Brad Callahan, Michael Conley, Megan Dolan, Peter Mark Campbell, Kevin Foley, and David Steinberg

Waiting for a Star to Fall (w/Boy Meets Girl) - Episode 702 Feb 17, 2021

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One of the all-time most magical '80s tracks, full of so much magical '80s magic, is our delightful track this week. Did we say it's magical?

George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam, aka Boy Meets Girl, join us to chat about their classic hit, writing "How Will I Know?" and "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" for Whitney Houston, and much more. Plus--

- An impromptu serenade/duet with George and JP

- The beauty of a subtle voice in the age of Divas

- The Wonder Years!

Get the latest from Boy Meets Girl, including releases from their new "5" project, at boymeetsgirlmusic.com.

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Co-producers: Andrea Konarzewski, Ari Marucci, Brad Callahan, Michael Conley, Megan Dolan Peter Mark Campbell, Kevin Foley, and David Steinberg

Cosmo's Factory (Creedence Clearwater Revival) w/ Doug "Cosmo" Clifford - Episode 701 Feb 10, 2021

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We kick off Season 7 with one of the biggest American rock bands in history, and one of their most iconic albums! Plus we chat with the album's titular inspiration, CCR drummer Doug "Cosmo" Clifford! In this episode:

- The “Do Not Play on Radio” list CCR landed on

- How CCR’s Woodstock performance almost got derailed by a paper rock

- Fogerty, California Swamp Rock, and random saxophone solos

- Doug “Cosmo” Clifford’s new 30+ year old album!

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A Long December (Counting Crows) - Season 6 Finale, Episode 620 Dec 30, 2020

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Season 6 comes to a close, and so does the longest. year. ever. The perfect metaphor for breathing in the last of 2020 and looking hopefully toward a new 2021, Adam Duritz and company give us the perfect heavy but meaningful close to an epic season. All the best going forward. Thanks for everything. - Rob and JP

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Co-producers: Andrea Konarzewski, Ari Marucci, Brad Callahan, Michael Conley & Megan Dolan

Last Christmas (Wham!) w/ Dave Barnes - Episode 619 Dec 23, 2020

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Uncle Dave, aka heartthrob and songster Dave Barnes, returns as special guest cohost as we get in the celebration mode for the holidays! Wham!'s "Last Christmas" has joined Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" as the most ubiquitous Christmas songs of the last half century, and we'll dig into why, plus our usual shenanigans. Merry Christmas!

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