Τα καλύτερα Dexy podcast (2024)

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1982 Part 5 Dexys Midnight Runners "Come On Eileen", Kim Wilde "Kids in America" & Haircut 100 "Love Plus One" 1:06:06

15d ago1:06:06

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl make their way further into 1982 with songs that were considered one hit wonders in the US but had more success in the UK as the second British Invasion starts to take over America.

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Harmonious Histories - Sonatas, Concertos, Symphonies. What's the Difference? 16:40

25d ago16:40

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In this latest episode in the Harmonious Histories series we answer the question, 'What is the difference between a Sonata, a Concerto and a Symphony?' We also include a bit of history along the way. We discuss Beethoven's 'Moonlight Sonata', Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' and The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. Music tracks are Brahms' Violin Son…

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Harmonious Histories - Its Only Baroque 'n' Roll 32:40

1M ago32:40

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In this episode of my Harmonious Histories series I talk about The Baroque Period, specifically the 2 composers, Handel and Bach. There are sections about each composer along with a story of their disastrous meeting with John Taylor. The final section outlines how Bach affected Walt Disney, Jazz and Techno. The musical pieces are: Messiah Encore an…

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1982 Part 4 The English Beat "Save it for Later" & Van Halen "Dancing in the Street" 59:26

1M ago59:26

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl continue adding to the playlist with The English Beat's beloved "Save it for Later" and Van Halen's cover of Martha and the Vandella's "Dancing in the Street" from one of their most overlooked albums, Diver Down.

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Harmonious Histories - A Hero, a Swan and a Broken Toe 15:54

2M ago15:54

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In this episode of Rod's Ramblings I continue to share my discovery of classical music in the Harmonious Histories series. I share the stories behind Beethoven's relationship with Napoleon, Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake and how Horrible Histories changed my attitude towards history. The theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry and the music wa…

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1982 Part 3 Toto "Rosanna" & Don Henley "Dirty Laundry" 59:48

2M ago59:48

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl focus on Toto in 1982, adding their hit single "Rosanna" to the playlist and Don Henley's "Dirty Laundry", featuring the Toto guys as session musicians, and discuss other albums they contributed to that year.

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1982 Part 2 Asia "Heat of the Moment", XTC "Senses Working Overtime" & The Go-Go's "We Got the Beat" 1:02:11

3M ago1:02:11

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Send us a text Matt and Sheryl move a little deeper into '82 with Matt's picks, supergroup Asia's "Heat of the Moment", The Go-Go's "We Got the Beat" and Sheryl's choice XTC's melodic masterpiece "Senses Working Overtime".

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Harmonious Histories - A Love Song, a Violinist, Travels with my Father and a Little Night Parody 23:51

3M ago23:51

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The first episode in My Classical Music Discovery Series - Harmonious Histories. It covers the stories behind Beethoven's Fur Elise, the English Violinist George Bridgetower, one of Mozart's travels with his father, and a parody of Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. The theme tune is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry. The music is Fur Elise and Eine Kleine…

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The Rewind Series - Let's Talk about Guitars 19:32

3M ago19:32

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Following the 'accidental' loss of my original rambles, I am pleased to report that the recordings have been found and are being republished as part of The Rewind Series. This episode was originally broadcast as Series 1 Episode 8. In it, I talk about Peter Green's most expensive guitar, The biggest ever effects pedal and Seasick Steve. Theme music…

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The Rewind Series - Thin Lizzy - Live and Dangerous 22:36

3M ago22:36

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings this is the episode from Series 1 regarding one of the best live albums ever recorded. The episode contains contributions from the band members. Brian Downey, Scott Gorham and Brian Robertson. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry supplied by Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoyed listening, …

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The Rewind Series - Remembering The Old Grey Whistle Test 13:20

3M ago13:20

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings this is episode was originally broadcast in 2022. In it I discuss my memories of the programme and include Bob Harris recalling his infamous run in with Sid Vicious. Theme tune is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry. Music supplied by Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoyed listening please leave a message…

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The Rewind Series - Genesis - The Peter Gabriel Years 18:53

3M ago18:53

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In recognition of Season 3 of Rod's Ramblings this episode, originally broadcast in 2022, covers the band from their inception through to the Lamb Lies Down on Broadway album, Peter Gabriel's outrageous stage outfits, the album Genesis Live, and the stories behind the songs, Get 'em out by Friday, The Musical Box, Return of the Giant Hogweed and Wa…

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The Rewind Series - Remembering Top of The Pops 11:59

3M ago11:59

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In anticipation of the launch of Series 3 this is the second ever episode, originally broadcast in 2022. I talk about my memories of Blackfoot Sue, a local band, appearing on the show, The Elecrtic Light Orchestra, Alice Cooper and Salvador Dali. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry. All music provided by Epidemic Sounds. If you've e…

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The Rewind Series - Kevin Rowland and Dexy's Midnight Runners 17:42

3M ago17:42

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings this is the episode from series 1 regarding Kevin Rowland and Dexy's Midnight Runners. It was originally broadcast in August 2022 following their appearance at The Commonwealth Games. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry reproduced courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoyed listening…

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The Rewind Series -Tom Petty, The Heartbreakers and The Travelling Wilburys 23:14

3M ago23:14

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings here is episode 11 of Series 1, Tom Petty, The Heartbreakers and The Travelling Wilburys. which was originally broadcast in July 2022. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry reproduced courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoyed listening please leave a message. I'd love to know what yo…

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The Rewind Series - My First Podcast - Fireball by Deep Purple 13:30

3M ago13:30

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In anticipation of Series 3 of Rod's Ramblings, this is the very first episode, originally broadcast in 2022. I discuss the first album I ever owned, and the famous introduction to the title track. There are contributions from members of the band. Theme tune is 'Late Night Ramble' by River Run Dry. Music provided by Epidemic Sounds. If you've enjoy…

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Harmonious Histories - Trailer 2:42

3M ago2:42

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Great news! Rod's Ramblings is back for a new season. Here is the trailer highlighting what the show is about and inviting you to join me on my Classical Music discovery. Each episode will contain facts, stories and amusing anecdotes from the classical music world with a bit of great 'royalty free music thrown in. Theme music is 'Late Night Ramble'…

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1982 The Human League "Don't You Want Me" & Men at Work "Down Under" 1:03:33

3M ago1:03:33

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl move into a new year with Sheryl's first 1982 choice "Don't You Want Me" and Matt's pick "Down Under", both songs that were released in 1981 but became huge hits in '82.

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1981 Part 9 Laurie Anderson "O Superman", Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers "The Waiting", The Police Ghost in the Machine, King Crimson Discipline and 1981 wrap up 1:43:49

4M ago1:43:49

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Send us a text Mike joins Matt & Sheryl as they wrap up another year with Mike's song pick and Mike and Matt's album choices, along with near misses for the playlist from 1981.Από τον Matt & Sheryl

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1981 Part 8 Daryl Hall & John Oates "Private Eyes" & Chilliwack "My Girl (Gone, Gone, Gone) 55:21

4M ago55:21

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl choose their last two songs for the playlist for 1981, an iconic 80s hit single by the most popular duo in music history and a throwback one hit (or two hit) wonder in the US from a west coast Canadian band.

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1981 Part 7 The Go-Go's "Our Lips Are Sealed" & Soft Cell "Tainted Love" 48:34

5M ago48:34

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl continue their deep dive into 1981 with Matt's pick from The Go-Go's debut album "Our Lips Are Sealed" and Sheryl's pick from synth pop pioneers Soft Cell and their cover of "Tainted Love"

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1981 Part 6 Journey "Don't Stop Believin'" & AOR albums Journey Escape, Foreigner 4, Loverboy Get Lucky & Billy Squier Don't Say No 57:03

5M ago57:03

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl work through more 1981 albums looking for their favorite of the year and discuss the huge AOR albums from 1981 Journey Escape, Foreigner 4, Loverboy Get Lucky and Billy Squier Don't Say No.

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1981 Part 5 Phil Collins Face Value, Genesis "No Reply At All" & Split Enz "History Never Repeats" 55:05

6M ago55:05

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl discuss the start of Phil Collin's solo career with his 1981 release Face Value along with Sheryl's song pick from Genesis, "No Reply At All" and Matt discovers a new found love for Split Enz and chooses their song "History Never Repeats" for the playlist.

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1981 Part 4 Styx "Too Much Time on My Hands", REO Speedwagon "Take it on the Run", Climax Blues Band "I Love You" and Rush Moving Pictures 1:03:00

6M ago1:03:00

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl add three songs to the playlist from bands who all built a following from relentless touring in the 70s and into the 80s, Styx with their synth driven hit "Too Much Time on My Hands", REO's huge hit "Take it on the Run" from their massive 1980 album Hi Infidelity, and Climax Blues Band's second hit "I Love You" along wi…

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1981 Part 3 The Who "You Better You Bet", Steve Winwood "While You See a Chance" & Rick Springfield "Jessie's Girl" 48:28

7M ago48:28

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl continue their journey into 1981, adding two songs to the playlist from veteran artists who had hits into the 80s, The Who's "You Better You Bet" and Steve Winwood's first solo hit "While You See a Chance" and discuss a near miss for the playlist, Rick Springfield's 80s classic "Jessie's Girl"…

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1981 Part 2 Blondie "Rapture", Queen & David Bowie "Under Pressure" and the beginnings of rap with special guests DJ Avelanche and DeVon Pouncey 1:25:18

7M ago1:25:18

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Send us a text DJ Avelanche and DeVon Pouncey join Matt & Sheryl and share their riveting accounts of the early days of rap in the 80s and 90s and it's effect on their youth and their lives today as Matt adds his introduction into the genre, Blondie's "Rapture", to the playlist and Sheryl adds Queen & David Bowie's "Under Pressure", a song that wou…

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1981 John Lennon "Watching the Wheels", Stars on 45 "Stars on 45" & Beatle solo releases 43:35

8M ago43:35

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Send us a text Matt and Sheryl begin 1981 by adding Sheryl's pick for the playlist "Watching the Wheels", the third hit single from John Lennon & Yoko Ono's Double Fantasy album, Matt's pick "Stars on 45", a medley of Beatles songs that was recorded in 1980, but became a global hit in '81 after John's death, and discuss the tributes to John by the …

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New Year Bonus - Favorite album releases of 2023 41:08

8M ago41:08

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Send us a text Mike joins Matt and Sheryl as they each run through their favorite releases from 2023Από τον Matt & Sheryl

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1980 Part 8 Frank Sinatra "Theme From New York, New York", Squeeze "Pulling Mussels From a Shell", Talking Heads "Once in a Lifetime", The Pretenders self-titled album & 1980 wrap-up 1:29:50

8M ago1:29:50

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Send us a text Mike joins Matt & Sheryl for the final episode of 1980 featuring Matt's final song pick, Frank Sinatra's "Theme From New York, New York", Sheryl's final song pick Squeeze "Pulling Mussels From a Shell", Mike's song pick Talking Heads "Once in a Lifetime" and album The Pretenders self-titled debut along with all of their near album an…

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1980 Part 7 The English Beat "Mirror in the Bathroom" & Willie Nelson "On the Road Again" 1:06:16

9M ago1:06:16

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Send us a text Matt and Sheryl each pick a song from two very different music movements happening simultaneously, ska and the 2Tone label in the UK and country crossover hits and the Urban Cowboy movie in the US.

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1980 Part 6 Ambrosia "Biggest Part of Me" & Robbie Dupree "Steal Away" & Yacht Rock 54:08

10M ago54:08

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl continue to sail through 1980 as they work to narrow down the definition of Yacht Rock and add two Yacht Rock classics, Ambrosia's "Biggest Part of Me" and Robbie Dupree's "Steal Away" to the playlist.

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1980 Part 5 Olivia Newton-John "Magic" & John Lennon "(Just Like) Starting Over" 1:07:05

11M ago1:07:05

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl continue adding to the playlist with Matt's pick, ONJ's "Magic" from the box office flop turned cult classic movie Xanadu and Sheryl's second ex-Beatle pick from 1980, John Lennon's last statement before his untimely death "(Just Like) Starting Over.

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1980 Bonus episode producer Steve Lillywhite: Peter Gabriel, The Psychedelic Furs, U2, XTC 1:22:48

11M ago1:22:48

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Send us a text Matt and Sheryl continue their journey through 1980 focusing on producer Steve Lillywhite and his work on four groundbreaking albums in 1980: Peter Gabriel 3 (Melt), The Psychedelic Furs debut album, U2 Boy and Matt's album pick for the year, XTC Black Sea.Από τον Matt & Sheryl

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1980 Part 4 REO Speedwagon "Keep On Loving You" and Pete Townshend Empty Glass 59:41

11M ago59:41

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Send us a text 1980 continues with Sheryl's obvious album pick for the year, Pete Townshend's Empty Glass and Matt's song pick, REO Speedwagon's "Keep On Loving You".Από τον Matt & Sheryl

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1980 Part 3 Ozzy Osbourne "Crazy Train" & AC/DC "You Shook Me All Night Long" 58:49

1y ago58:49

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl finally introduce hard rock to the playlist in the third installment of 1980 as they take a ride on Ozzy's "Crazy Train" and appreciate the sonic perfection of AC/DC's hard rock anthem "You Shook Me All Night Long". They also discuss the ushering in of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) led by Judas Priest's c…

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1980 Part 2 Donnie Iris "Ah! Leah!" & The Soft Boys "Queen of Eyes" 54:21

1y ago54:21

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl continue into the 80s with Sheryl's pick, a radio staple that has endured decades from Pittsburgh's hometown hero Donnie Iris and Matt's pick, a song from an underground band led by the prolific and talented Robyn Hitchcock.

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1980 Paul McCartney "Coming Up" & Lipps, Inc. "Funkytown" 56:00

1y ago56:00

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Send us a text Bring on the 80s!! Matt & Sheryl start season 2 in 1980 with a hit single from Paul McCartney's second DIY solo effort McCartney 2, "Coming Up" and a seminal late disco hit that is still a dance staple to this day Lipps, Inc. "Funkytown".Από τον Matt & Sheryl

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Bonus Episode - Elton John in the '70s 1:49:46

1+ y ago1:49:46

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl do a deep dive into the catalog of one of the top artists of the '70s, Elton John, and discuss his songwriting partnership with Bernie Taupin and their run of hit singles and albums.

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Breaking The States 3:24

1+ y ago3:24

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Breaking The States byΑπό τον West Midlands

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When I Go 5:42

1+ y ago5:42

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When I Go byΑπό τον West Midlands

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Kingdom of Hits (Radio Edit) 3:43

1+ y ago3:43

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Kingdom of Hits (Radio Edit) byΑπό τον West Midlands

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1979 Part 7 The Doobie Brothers "What a Fool Believes", Kenny Loggins "This Is It", Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers Damn the Torpedoes and 1979 recap 1:09:49

1+ y ago1:09:49

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Send us a text Mike joins Matt & Sheryl this week as he offers his song and album for 1979 and we all recap the music that didn't quite make the playlist, but are worth mentioning (and there's a lot!!)

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1979 Part 6 M "Pop Muzik", Michael Jackson "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" & Gang of Four Entertainment 1:12:00

1+ y ago1:12:00

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Send us a text Matt and Sheryl continue in 1979 with their last song picks and Sheryl's album of the year, Gang of Four's influential debut Entertainment. 00:02:35 M "Pop Muzik" 00:13:11 Michael Jackson "Don't Stop "Til You Get Enough" 00:27:18 Disco Demolition 00:46:01 Gang of Four EntertainmentΑπό τον Matt & Sheryl

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1979 Part 5 Supertramp "Goodbye Stranger" & The Police "Message in a Bottle" 51:28

1+ y ago51:28

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl forge on with 1979 picking two songs for the playlist, Supertramp "Goodbye Stranger" from their blockbuster album Breakfast in America and The Police's first UK #1 single "Message in a Bottle". 00:00:00 Supertramp "Goodbye Stranger" 00:31:43 The Police "Message in a Bottle"…

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1979 Part 4 Kirsty MacColl "They Don't Know", Led Zeppelin "Fool in the Rain" & The Clash London Calling 1:17:28

1+ y ago1:17:28

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Send us a text Matt and Sheryl return to the playlist in 1979 with British artist Kirsty MacColl, who's first single became a US hit in the early 80s for another British singer, Led Zeppelin's final single and an example of what made John Bonham one of the greatest drummers of all time, and Matt's reveals his album pick for '79, The Clash's London …

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Bonus episode - Spotlight on session drummer Jim Gordon 1:05:55

1+ y ago1:05:55

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl pay tribute to the recently passed session drummer Jim Gordon and his legacy of amazing music he left behind. 00:00:00 Everly Brothers https://youtu.be/T2eZsRDB4-8 00:07:27 The Wrecking Crew https://youtu.be/-ZgBexrZvM0 00:23:00 Late 60s - 70s recordings featuring Jim Gordon on drums https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2O…

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1979 Part 3 The Warriors, Gary Numan "Cars" & Jefferson Starship "Jane" 55:43

1+ y ago55:43

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl discuss the 1979 movie The Warriors and it's influence on music videos of the 80s, the futuristic dystopia of Gary Numan's "Cars" and the evolution of Jefferson Starship and their song "Jane". 00:00:00 The Warriors movie 00:11:50 Gary Numan "Cars" 00:33:24 Jefferson Starship's evolution and "Jane"…

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1979 Part 2 The Buggles "Video Killed the Radio Star", Journey "Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'" & Patrick Hernandez "Born to Be Alive" 58:09

1+ y ago58:09

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl continue in 1979 with the a prophetic song that would become the first video played on MTV two years after its release, a tour de force vocal performance by one of the most beloved AOR bands of the era and a late disco classic that ushered in the new sound that dance music would take on in the 80s 00:00:00 The Buggles "…

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1979 Blondie "Heart of Glass", ELO "Don't Bring Me Down" & Cliff Richard "We Don't Talk Anymore" 52:09

1+ y ago52:09

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl start an exciting new year in music with two disco hits by rock artists and a hit by a huge '60s star in the UK who finally made an impact in the US in the late 70s. 00:00:00 What's up in music in 1979 00:10:26 Buckingham Nicks self-titled debut from '73 and it's obscurity https://youtu.be/E1kHeix-55c 00:17:45 Blondie "…

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Bonus episode - Steely Dan in the '70s 1:05:08

1+ y ago1:05:08

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Send us a text Matt & Sheryl spotlight one of the quintessential bands of the 70s, Steely Dan, who were not represented on the playlist but deserve a deep dive into their catalog from the 1970s. 00:05:07 Becker & Fagen's history 00:19:59 Can't Buy a Thrill 00:29:25 Countdown to Ecstacy 00:36:38 Pretzel Logic 00:42:04 Katy Lied 00:45:23 The Royal Sc…

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