May 12, 2025

An enduring song that finds the perfect balance of catchy and smart, and a band that was a little enigmatic for us, makes strange choices, but clearly has the right stuff. Save Tonight, originally by Eagle-Eye Cherry, covered by Silos. 

Outro music is Mind Eraser, also by Silos. 

May 5, 2025

A breakthrough song on a breakthrough album from a band that’s generationally influential, with a couple of covers that fully transform but still respect the spirit of the original. Karma Police, originally by Radiohaed, covered by Scary Pockets featuring Monica Martin, and by Pierce the Veil. 

Outro music is...

Apr 28, 2025

One of the biggest songs of the 80s that started out with almost all the right people, but needed some time for everyone to settle into the right role before it could become absolutely iconic. Alone, originally by I-Ten, covered by Heart, and by Celine Dion. 

Outro music is Eternal Flame, by The Bangles, which was...

Apr 21, 2025

A one hit wonder with a surprising number of hits, and an artist that managed to always be herself when the whole entertainment industry expected otherwise. Your Love, originally by The Outfield, covered by Kelly Clarkson. 

Outro music is Since You’ve Been Gone, also by The Outfield. Yes, you read that right, and...

Apr 14, 2025

A killer song that almost killed the band, and a musical friendship that lead to some surprising results. Talk To Ya Later, originally by The Tubes, covered by Richard Marx. 

Outro music is Save It For Later by The English Beat, not that anyone was ever confused preparing for this episode.