We’re back and shootin’ the sh*t once again!This week, Sam and Ryan dive into a laid-back hangout episode packed with laughs and random chaos. The guys talk CD collecting, the latest in UFC, and a whole bunch more as they riff on whatever comes to mind. Tune in weekly for a new episode!

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This week the guys are back with a fun old school pod. They chat about the Epstein files, anniversaries of some very cool music, music ticket pricing and a little of whats ahead for ATYW1985.

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Steve Bays joins the show. Frontman of Hot Hot Heat, member of Mounties and Fur Trade, and one of Canada’s most versatile producers. We dig into conspiracy theories, the role of social media in shaping music and perception, and why late-night coffee conversations still matter.

Connect with Steve Bays:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevebays
Spotify Artist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YrP5z5u9zZ4guYpQqL3wT
Mounties: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ofGz9W8F8jK7zV4xjE2gC
Hot Hot Heat: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3FbE2cCDeed7JHyPS7zlLG

We are back!

Steve Bays joins the show. Frontman of Hot Hot Heat, member of Mounties and Fur Trade, and one of Canada’s most versatile producers. We dig into conspiracy theories, the role of social media in shaping music and perception, and why late-night coffee still matters.

Connect with Steve Bays:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevebays
Spotify Artist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YrP5z5u9zZ4guYpQqL3wT
Mounties: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ofGz9W8F8jK7zV4xjE2gC
Hot Hot Heat: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3FbE2cCDeed7JHyPS7zlLG

Avalon Stone joins the show. Canadian rock artist from Kitchener blending ’90s grunge with modern alt-rock. Discussion covers her early start at age 10, the writing and concept behind her debut EP “Chained,” mental health themes, and takeaways from sharing stages with Big Wreck, JJ Wilde, The Beaches, and The Goo Goo Dolls.
Website: https://www.avalonstonemusic.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avalonstonemusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AvalonStoneMusic
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@avalonstonemusic
Spotify Artist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3jWQI6u4BrnC9VqB8QFMv8

Here's a lost tape from Episode 5. Enjoy!

This week, the guys sit down with one of Canada’s most trusted voices in music. From the alt-rock explosion of the 90s to the streaming era, he’s been documenting how sound shapes culture for over three decades. Alan is Creator and Host of The Ongoing History and amazing series that you definitely should check out. We dive into his beginings, early radio, digital music, streaming, A.I. and lots more. Enjoy another incredible episode of And The Year Was 1985!

Check out Alan's work here:

🌐 Website: A Journal of Musical Things📘 Facebook: facebook.com/alancross.ca📸 Instagram: @alan_crossx▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@alancrossmusicgeek🎙️ Podcast: The Ongoing History of New Music

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New set. New energy. This week we sit down with V from @buriedbeneathmeofficial — the mind behind The House of Ash, dropping October 24. The album hits with full-scale theatrics, sharp performances, and cinematic weight. We dive into the band’s origins, sound evolution, and what comes next.

Episode out now on @andtheyearwas1985.

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www.buriedbeneathme.com/⁠

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