Episodes
Eventually, the group would go on to release a new version without the rap they were forced to include. Support the Show.
Published 04/01/24
Since the information on Mr. Lengyel's involvement is limited, we combine this episode with other musicians who have served time like Ian Watkins of Lostprophets, Ronnie Radke, Jim Gordon of Traffic, and more. Support the show
Published 03/25/24
This teen girl duo took the world by storm when they made out in the music video for "All The Things She Said," - as it turns out, it was all an act. Support the show
Published 03/18/24
John Fogerty of Creedence Clearwater Revival had a dispute with his former label after one of his NEW songs sounded suspiciously similar to an old CCR tune... That he ALSO wrote. Support the show
Published 03/11/24
Joy Division was exploding on the scene in 1980 and about to embark on a North American tour when their frontman Ian Curtis was found dead at age 23. Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7kMfciTD1sY2KVpsYeeDNh?si=7aed6d0ba85b49de . Support the show
Published 03/06/24
Is it legal to recreate a song and imitate someone's voice? This one ended up getting settled out of court. Support the show
Published 03/04/24
In this mini episode, we discuss the plane crash that Blink-182 drummer and DJ AM (Adam Goldstein) narrowly survived, and the aftermath. Support the show
Published 02/26/24
You've heard her voice, but maybe not her name - Martha had to fight for credits and royalties after her voice was used on a number of huge dance hits in the 1990's like "Everybody Everybody" by Black Box and "Gonna Make You Sweat" by C+C Music Factory. Support the show
Published 02/19/24
This man was most impressive; a master at fencing, violin, conducting, and even at leading battle. His extraordinary life defied all odds for a black composer in 1700's France, and his legacy has not been given the attention it deserves. [email protected] . Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6PHlYPKinnZxivuSjCLJzv?si=d36d861014b54f4f . Support the show
Published 02/14/24
Adjacently related to last week's episode on Macho Man Randy Savage's rap album, this week we cover Bubba The Love Sponge's cancellation after a Hulk Hogan sex tape release... It's a juicy one! Support the show
Published 02/12/24
Requested by Blake, this week we cover the wrestler-turned-rapper's album Be A ManĀ  that came out back in 2003. Support the show
Published 02/05/24
SKIP TO 8:30 FOR MAIN EPISODE CONTENT. On Thursday July 12, 1979, scorned radio DJ Steve Dahl invited thousands of fans to a White Sox game to blow up their disco records in a gimmick gone sideways. Support the show
Published 01/29/24
They won a Grammy in 1990, and later had to return it after word got out about a lip synching scandal... Learn all the details and who the real singers were on Milli Vanilli's album. Support the show
Published 01/22/24
Miami rapper Stitches had quite the backstory when he came up on World Star Hip Hop with "Brick In Yo Face." Hear about the wild stories and the incident behind his arrest that was eventually dropped in court. At the end of the episode, Jake, Cassie, and Alex go over their 2023 Spotify wrapped stats. Support the show
Published 01/15/24
Randy was a young and highly gifted guitarist that got his start playing with Quiet Riot, before rising to major fame with Ozzy Osbourne. However, he suffered a tragic death at the age of 25 before he really got the chance to break free. [email protected] Listen to the accompanying playlist on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3ESYregrJRGqUFtNNM5BH3?si=ccfb261fe6064ed5 Support the show
Published 01/10/24
Thankfully, this is not nearly as much of an issue as it was back in the 1970's... Today's mini-episode covers the risks associated with ungrounded microphones and amplifiers that have shocked and even killed musicians. Support the show
Published 01/08/24
In 1993, at the same time his first album was hitting the charts, Snoop Dogg was charged with murder. Support the show
Published 01/03/24
Is it about musical ability, or some sort of hearing problem? Take the test at www.tonedeaftest.com and let us know your results! Support the show
Published 01/01/24
Drowning Pool shot up the charts with their energetic single "Bodies," but then faced the loss of their singer Dave Williams and were banned by Clear Channel. Support the show
Published 12/25/23
Members of The Brian Jonestown Massacre broke out into a fistfight in Australia during a show, as one member was fired on stage. Support the show
Published 12/18/23
The team revisits the infamously chaotic festival that took place in Atlanta in 2015, leaving thousands stranded in the mud overnight. Support the show
Published 12/11/23
In 1980, Paul McCartney was undoubtedly feeling absolutely untouchable to authorities; his own cockiness got him locked up in a Japanese jail facing 7 years. Support the show
Published 12/04/23
These two brothers had been performing since their teens as one of the most beloved bands in the 1950's, but it all culminated in a fiery on-stage breakup at an amusement park show. Support the show
Published 11/27/23
The 70's were fueled by coke for many superstars, and Stevie's habit nearly ended her life. Support the show
Published 11/20/23
In 1986, a young fan took his own life - the parents tried to pin the responsibility on Ozzy Osbourne. Support the show
Published 11/14/23