Right on, brothers and sisters! In this righteous trip of Past 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine, cosmic cats Dave and Milt take a far-out journey back to the Billboard Top 10 hits of May 3, 1969. From Glen Campbell’s heartfelt “Galveston” to the celestial vibes of “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In” by The Fifth Dimension, our mellow duo raps about the stories behind the tunes, their cultural mojo, and whether they still groove today, man.

✨ They dig deep into the righteous jam “Time is Tight” by Booker T. & the M.G.’s and blow your mind with a trippy quiz on wild and woolly story songs. So tune in, turn on, and drop into some sonic bliss while the fellas lay down the good vibes and mind-expanding history from the Age of Aquarius.

🌀 Cosmic Time Breakdown:

• 00:00 – Peaceful Intro & Friendly Vibes

• 01:29 – Guest Shoutout & Nineties Flashback

• 02:13 – Jazz Fest Vibes & Pearl Jam Jammin’

• 04:20 – 1969: Enter the Time Machine, baby

• 05:24 – Countin’ Down the Top 10 Trip Tunes

• 12:38 – Glen Campbell’s Soulful “Galveston”

• 19:47 – Simon & Garfunkel’s Heavy “The Boxer”

• 29:46 – Play Date: A Far-Out Story Song Quiz

• 34:19 – Digging the Tale of “A Boy Named Sue”

• 35:18 – Songs That Tell It Like It Is

• 40:17 – TV Themes That Blew Our Minds

• 41:18 – The Ventures: Instrumental Pioneers

• 56:51 – Booker T. & the M.G.’s: Tight Time Vibes

• 01:09:53 – Blood, Sweat & Tears, Jazz Rock Wizards

• 01:11:03 – Grammys Got You Down? Let’s Rap

• 01:11:58 – Woodstock & Choosing the Cosmic Path

• 01:12:20 – Tracing the Roots of B.S.&T.

• 01:12:54 – Podcast Lingo & Pop Culture Trips

• 01:13:38 – Brenda Holloway’s Soulful Influence

• 01:14:39 – Groovy Variety Shows & Wacky TV

• 01:19:04 – The Cowsills & the Hair-y Revolution

• 01:25:46 – The Isley Brothers Bring the Funk

• 01:31:24 – “Aquarius” Shines Its Golden Light

• 01:35:48 – Reflection Time & Final Vibes 🌈

Come gather ‘round, music lovers and friends, For a tale of the '90s where the nostalgia never ends. Dave and Milt took a trip, and Beth tagged along, To the year 1994, where the tunes were strong.

With six picks apiece, including one score, They drafted the albums they truly adore. Green Day was Dookie, REM brought the feels, TLC had the water, and Nirvana brought the chills.

Weezer got blue, and the stories got loud, As each of them battled to make their picks proud. From grunge to hip-hop, and alt-rock galore, They laughed and they bickered and drafted some more.

A podcast of memories, music, and cheer, Of the sounds that defined that radical year. So tune in and chuckle, let’s turn back the clock, And relive the era when flannel was rock!

Topics

01:11 Guest Introduction: Beth

02:49 Recap of Last Week's Episode with Peter Wolf

09:26 Rock and Roll Album Draft: Rules and Setup

18:32 First Round Picks: Green Day, REM, and Pulp Fiction Soundtrack

32:36 Second Round Picks: Weezer and More

36:10 Cheers to New Neighbors

36:13 Weezer's Perfect Albums Debate

36:49 Run DMC and Aerosmith Argument

37:16 TLC's CrazySexyCool Album

40:43 Nirvana Unplugged in New York

47:29 Forrest Gump Soundtrack

54:04 Jeff Buckley's Grace

58:34 Beastie Boys' Ill Communication

01:02:35 Tom Petty's Wildflowers

01:06:35 Stone Temple Pilots' Purple

01:13:15 Final Pick: Music Soundtrack

01:13:37 Movie Soundtrack Discussion

01:17:33 Tori Amos: Under The Pink

01:21:42 Live: Throwing Copper

01:25:22 Notorious B.I.G.: Ready to Die

01:27:37 Reality Bites Soundtrack

01:32:16 Soundgarden: Superunknown

01:36:41 Undrafted Albums and Final Thoughts

DREAMS COME TRUE. Milt (and especially) Dave experience a rock n roll fantasy come true as they (alongside special guest Cha-Chi LoPrete) talk with legendary J. Geils Band front man and best-selling author Peter Wolf. He’s the author of 'Waiting on the Moon.' Mysteries are unraveled including the legend of Raputa the Beauta and Peter’s favorite J Geils album. They also discuss memorable moments from Peter's career, including his stories about Muddy Waters, Alfred Hitchcock, and Aretha Franklin, and insight into his new book. The episode highlights Peter's knack for storytelling, his views on relationships in the music industry, and his experiences meeting other iconic figures. The conversation also covers Peter's approach to writing his book, his narration of the audiobook, and entertaining anecdotes from his illustrious career.

Topics

03:16 The Story Behind the Book

07:34 Writing Process and Inspirations

14:09 Peter Wolf's Literary Journey

22:37 Cha-Chi's Connection with Peter

26:31 Memories of George Harrison

26:53 Favorite Beatles Discussion

28:07 Peter's Magnetic Personality

29:42 Meeting Music Legends by Chance

37:38 The Challenge of Narrating an Audiobook

42:27 John Lee Hooker and the Blues

In dieser epische Musikzeitreise episode of Past Tens: The Top 10 Zeitmaschine, your trusty hosts — Herr Doktor Dave and Der Wilden Miltmeister — strap on their sonic lederhosen and dive kopfüber into the Billboard Top 10 Albums for the Woche ending April 12, 1975 — ja wohl!

With all the precision of a Bavarian clockmaker and the subtlety of a bratwurst cannon, they analyze und rocken diskutieren legendary platten from musikalische titans like Led Zeppelin (or as they say in Munich, Blei Zeppelin), David Bowie (Der Dünne Weirdo), John Lennon (Der Friedensbringer mit der Brille), and Earth, Wind & Fire (Erde, Wind und Feuerkraft!).

This episode is vollgepackt with music history, lustige Anekdoten, and enough nostalgia to fill a beer stein the size of Düsseldorf. Dave und Milt pay tribute to the unterschätzte Helden — unsung heroes like Minnie Riperton (Die Göttin der Hohen Töne) and Robin Trower (Der Gitarren-Zauberer von Essex).

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Past Tens episode without their patented spielfreudige Segmente like The Play Date (Das Spielzeit-Quiz!), where they test each other’s Rock und Roll Gehirn on song trivia — and The Substitution (Der Platten-Tausch!), where they boot an album off the list like a rude tourist from Oktoberfest and replace it with a beloved verlorene Klassiker.

This episode is ein absoluter Ohrenschmaus for music lovers who appreciate both the Mega-Hits and Tiefe Schnittwunden (deep cuts) from the golden, shag-carpeted glory of the Mid-70er Jahre.

Mach schnell! Put on your headphones, grab a frothy beverage, and crank up Past Tens: The Top 10 Zeitmaschine! Jawohl, baby!

Topics

00:49 April Fools Episode Setup

01:16 Fake Top 10 Countdown Begins

01:41 Revealing the Fake Songs

09:04 Listener Reactions and Emails

13:33 Transition to Regular Podcast

14:29 Top 10 Albums Countdown

14:54 This Week in History: 1975

38:52 A Weird Experience with Kraftwerk

41:11 Kraftwerk's Influence on Music

42:57 Kraftwerk's Unique Sound and Legacy

49:28 John Lennon's Rock and Roll Album

52:35 Phil Spector's Chaotic Production

01:07:35 Minnie Riperton's Musical Journey

01:13:50 Rediscovering Robin Trower

01:18:19 Discussing Robin's Timeless Sound

01:19:55 Bob Dylan's Shelter From the Storm

01:22:54 Weird Al's Bob Dylan Parody

01:29:58 John Denver's Country Charm

01:37:56 Led Zeppelin's Physical Graffiti

Dave & Milt take listeners on a hilarious and nostalgic journey back to April 1st, 1985. They explore the Billboard Top 10 hits of that week, analyzing and critiquing songs that have either stood the test of time or faded into obscurity. Songs covered include lost classics like 'Magical' by John Parr and novelty hits such as 'The Mustard Dance' by DJ Crouton. The episode is filled with fun segments, listener emails, and even playful banter about music, pets, and pop culture from the 80s.

Topics

06:56 John Parr and Meatloaf Collaboration

11:38 Boy Meets Girl and Their Hits

15:53 Jesse Johnson's Review and Prince Connection

20:30 WülfCry and Glam Rock Memories

25:43 Static Hearts and Velcro Girl

29:53 The Influence of Static Hearts on Human League

30:49 Charity Songs of the 80s: Glory of the Geese

35:43 DJ Crouton's Mustard Dance

42:10 Chris Vee's Pager Code Song

46:56 Joshua C. Schick's Debt Anthem

52:45 Screech Symphony: The Aqua Core Movement

Dave and Milt take listeners back to the week ending April 8, 1989, dissecting the Billboard Top 10 hits from that time. They provide insights, critiques, and contextual tidbits about each song, including highlights like 'Funky Cold Medina' by Tone Loc, 'Stand' by R.E.M., 'Like a Prayer' by Madonna, and 'The Look' by Roxette. Throughout the episode, they reminisce about personal and pop culture moments, celebrate special episodes, and interact with listener mail. The episode wraps up with the infamous Play Date quiz focusing on songs about insanity, and the hosts' substitution segment where they replace one song from the Top 10 with an underappreciated track from the same week. A fun exploration of 1989's music landscape combined with engaging anecdotes and listener interaction.

Topics

00:37 Back Pain and Injuries

02:39 Listener Mail and Shoutouts

05:53 1989 Time Machine: Music and Memories

14:25 Tone Loc's Funky Cold Medina

28:17 Was (Not Was) and Walk the Dinosaur

39:10 Vanessa Williams' Musical Journey

39:55 The Scandal and Comeback

41:31 Celebrity Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

42:31 Bands with Punctuation Marks

45:53 Rod Stewart's Career Resurgence

52:44 REM's Fun Departure with 'Stand'

01:00:44 Madonna's 'Like a Prayer' Controversy

01:11:48 Fine Young Cannibals' Unique Sound

01:17:49 Songs About Insanity Quiz

01:19:16 Starting with a Musical Challenge

01:19:41 Crazy Songs Quiz

01:20:11 More Crazy Songs

01:20:47 Wrapping Up the Quiz

01:23:41 Discussing Suicidal Tendencies

01:26:44 Milli Vanilli Controversy

01:32:45 The Bangles' Eternal Flame

01:39:53 Roxette's Breakthrough Hit

01:45:06 Recap and Reflections

Dave and Milt are joined by special guests Jamie Joffe and Laura De Veau for the 1980 Albums Fantasy Draft. The panelists draft six selections each, including one movie soundtrack, focusing on the top albums released in 1980. Notable picks include Billy Joel’s 'Glass Houses', U2's 'Boy', Steely Dan's 'Gaucho', AC/DC’s 'Back in Black', and the soundtrack from 'The Blues Brothers'. The discussion features stories, trivia, and the guests’ personal connections to the music, making it an engaging trip down memory lane.

Dave and Milt delve into the week of March 12, 1988, examining the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart. They analyze songs from artists like Mike Oldfield, George Thorogood, and INXS, and critique what has aged well and what hasn't. Highlights include discussions on Aerosmith's 'Angel,' John Cougar Mellencamp's 'Check It Out,' and David Lee Roth's 'Damn Good.' They also explore notable tracks that didn't make the top 10, with a focus on the three-name artists in their 'Playdate' segment.

Topics

01:29 Listener Reactions and Feedback

07:32 Time Machine: March 12th, 1988

08:40 Mainstream Rock Chart: 1988

40:24 Controversial Jokes and Boundaries

40:45 Discussing Michael Hutchence and Family Guy

41:36 Rock Countdown and In Excess

42:44 Kingdom Come and Led Zeppelin Comparisons

50:44 Sting's Solo Career and Grammy Nominations

59:25 David Lee Roth's Solo Hits and Career

01:08:48 Play Date: Artists with Three Names

01:21:30 Debating Song Titles and Expressions

01:21:32 The Beastie Boys and Clarifications

01:22:15 Colloquial Expressions and Ivy League

01:22:53 At the End of the Day: A New Expression

01:23:24 Comedy and Self-Deprecation

01:24:15 John Cougar Mellencamp and Brad Pitt

01:28:07 Aerosmith's Ballads and Comebacks

01:34:45 Guitar Hero and Aerosmith's Success

01:40:28 Robert Plant's Solo Career

01:45:00 Recap and Reflections