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“Firestarter”—The Prodigy
5557
Rob celebrates the song “Firestarter” while looking back at the electronic band the Prodigy. While contextualizing the band, he also discusses the backlash surrounding their song “Smack My Bitch Up.”
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Jeremy D Larson
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah
Audio Intern: Kai Grady
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Aug 10, 2022 |
“Together Again”—Janet Jackson
5284
Rob looks back at the house-influenced 1997 pop hit that is “Together Again.” Along the way, he highlights the sensational career of pop icon Janet Jackson, and some of her best laughs on songs.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: DJ Louie XIV
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah
Audio Intern: Kai Grady
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Aug 03, 2022 |
“In Circles”—Sunny Day Real Estate
5651
Listen as Rob delves into his most vivid memories of late-night video game binges with his band. Somewhere along the way, we’ll look back at Sunny Day Real Estate’s “In Circles” to fulfill our duties for The Ringer’s Emo Week.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Ian Cohen
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah
Audio Intern: Kai Grady
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Jul 27, 2022 |
“Sabotage”—Beastie Boys
5725
Rob dives into the Beastie Boys' evolution from frat boy rap group to enlightened men while he looks back at the anthem that is “Sabotage.”
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Jane Coaston
Producers: Justin Sayles and Devon Renaldo
Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah
Additional Production: Kai Grady
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Jul 20, 2022 |
“Closer”—Nine Inch Nails
5389
Rob reminisces about the first time he heard “Closer” by Nine Inch Nails, the state of industrial rock during that time, and his deep love for Trent Reznor.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guests: William Hutson and Jonathan Snipes from .clipping
Producers: Justin Sayles and Devon Renaldo
Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah
Additional Production: Kai Grady
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Jul 13, 2022 |
“Real Love”—Mary J. Blige
5070
Rob explores the making of Mary J. Blige and Method Man’s “I’ll Be There For You / You’re All I Need,” the pain in Mary’s music and real life, and much more when looking back at “Real Love.”
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Leslie Streeter
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
Audio Intern: Kai Grady
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Jun 29, 2022 |
“Bitter Sweet Symphony”—The Verve
5100
Rob looks back at The Verve’s “Bitter Sweet Symphony” and the band's legal battles over royalties owed to The Rolling Stones.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Niko Stratis
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
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Jun 22, 2022 |
“Doll Parts”—Hole
5219
Rob looks back at the Los Angeles based band Hole, the pain within the lyrics of “Doll Parts,” and Courtney Love coping with the death of Kurt Cobain.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Yasi Salek
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
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Jun 15, 2022 |
“Shook Ones, Part II”—Mobb Deep
4703
Rob brings the pod to Queensbridge this week as he looks back at the ‘Infamous’ rap duo that is Mobb Deep and their legendary song “Shook Ones, Part II.”
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Paul Thompson
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
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Jun 08, 2022 |
“Pretty Fly (For A White Guy)“—The Offspring
4865
Rob looks back at the comedic punk rock classic that is “Pretty Fly (For a White Guy)” along with much more from the Offspring’s catalog.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
.Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Zack Mykula
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
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Jun 01, 2022 |
“Been Caught Stealing”—Jane’s Addiction
5473
Rob brings his own bass to the party as he looks back at Jane’s Addiction’s “Been Caught Stealing,” along with some of his favorite basslines in rock music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Karina Longworth
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
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May 25, 2022 |
“I Can’t Make You Love Me” — Bonnie Raitt
4837
Rob looks back at the heartbreak anthem that is “I Can’t Make You Love Me,” while also looking back at the phases of Bonnie Raitt’s lengthy career, as well as some of the biggest heartbreaks of his own past.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Emma Carmichael
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
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May 18, 2022 |
“Whoomp! (There It Is)” — Tag Team
4233
Rob looks back at Tag Team’s no. 2 charting single “Whoomp! (There It Is)” along with the controversy surrounding the song and 95 South’s release of “Whoot, There It Is.”
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Rodney Carmichael
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
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May 11, 2022 |
" ... Baby One More Time"—Britney Spears
5137
'60 Songs' returns for another batch of songs by covering the Big Bang of late '90s teen pop, Britney Spears's " ... Baby One More Time." Rob breaks down Britney's early career, how the media handled the young star, the song's perfect chorus, and much more.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Doreen St. Félix
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
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May 04, 2022 |
"Would?“—Alice in Chains
4554
Rob closes out the first set songs with a heartfelt appraisal of Layne Staley via an exploration of the Seattle band’s tribute to vocalist Andrew Wood.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Chuck Klosterman
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Devon Renaldo
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Feb 09, 2022 |
“It’s Good to Be King”—Tom Petty
4364
Rob explores the joy, terror, and fulfillment of fatherhood through one of classic rock’s dynamic frontmen, Tom Petty. Rob runs down Petty’s career, including his MTV music video impact, the ‘Wildflowers’ standout “It’s Good to Be King,” and how Petty prepared him for the most transformative experience of his life. Plus, a big announcement about the future of the show.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Stephen Rodrick
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Devon Renaldo
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Feb 02, 2022 |
“California Love”—Tupac
4844
Rob Harvilla explores the legacy of Tupac Shakur, one of the most important figures hip-hop ever birthed and a person whose life was defined by contradictions. He breaks down Tupac’s rise in music and Hollywood and his latter-day stint at Death Row Records, including the mega-hit “California Love.”
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Andreas Hale
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Devon Renaldo
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Jan 26, 2022 |
“Killing In The Name”—Rage Against The Machine
4065
Rob explores the history of Los Angeles rock band Rage Against the Machine and their debut single, “Killing in the Name.” By calling out police brutality and political corruption, the furious four-piece became one of the most rebellious bands of the 1990s and brought socialist and revolutionary ideas to the mainstream.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Sage Francis
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Devon Renaldo
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Jan 19, 2022 |
“Ex-Factor”—Lauryn Hill
4355
Rob explores the memory of a lost love in Lauryn Hill’s “Ex-Factor.” Tracking her rise to fame first as a member of the Fugees then as a solo star, he dissects how she spoke her truth and in doing so became one of the greatest singers and rappers ever.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Daphne Brooks
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Devon Renaldo
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Jan 12, 2022 |
“A Long December”—Counting Crows
4463
Rob explores what happens when you make music your everything. Through the lens of Counting Crows lead singer Adam Duritz, Rob breaks down the band’s ballad “A Long December” before The Ringer’s Bill Simmons joins to contemplate Adam’s struggle to prioritize happiness.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Bill Simmons
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Lani Renaldo
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Dec 22, 2021 |
“Criminal” - Fiona Apple
4122
Rob explores the radical and blunt nature of Fiona Apple. Nearly 25 years after “Criminal” made a jaded 18-year-old into an alt-rock superstar, Harvilla looks at the songstress’s outspoken antics, her views on exploitation, that infamous Spin article, and more.
This episode contains content about sexual assault and eating disorders.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Katie Baker
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Lani Renaldo
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Dec 15, 2021 |
“Smooth” - Santana
4178
Rob explores the spiritual and sexy Carlos Santana. Assisted by Matchbox 20 vocalist Rob Thomas, Santana created what may have been the song of the decade, “Smooth.” Rob looks into the guitarist’s passion for collaboration and how record mogul Clive Davis took the ’70s rock legend and turned him into a 1990s Billboard chart-topping force.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Leila Cobo
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Lani Renaldo
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Dec 08, 2021 |
Spice Girls—“Wannabe”
3681
Rob explores the Fierce Five, a.k.a. the Spice Girls, who became the biggest-selling girl group in the world following the success of their smash hit “Wannabe.” Rob tracks their rise to international stardom, a failed film, and the attempt to spread “Girl Power” across the globe.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Laura Snapes
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Lani Renaldo
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Dec 01, 2021 |
DMX—“Ruff Ryder’s Anthem”
3909
Rob explores the spiritual genius of the late rapper DMX. He observes X’s power of prayer, recounts the rapper’s destructive childhood, and tells the tale of how the breakout hit “Ruff Ryder’s Anthem” came to be.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Shea Serrano
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Lani Renaldo
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Nov 24, 2021 |
Radiohead—“Creep”
4099
Rob explores the obsessive and eerily constructed hit “Creep,” which arrived on Radiohead’s debut album, ‘Pablo Honey.’ He discusses the origins of the track, the exhaustion caused by the song’s commercial success, and the power of ’90s rock.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Annie Zaleski
Producer: Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Lani Renaldo
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Nov 17, 2021 |
Celine Dion—“My Heart Will Go On”
4284
Rob explores legendary Canadian vocalist Celine Dion’s blockbuster hit “My Heart Will Go On” by discussing her illustrious career, the sheer force she brings to every song, and the unapologetic attitude with which she approaches her music.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Leslie Gray Streeter
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Nov 03, 2021 |
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony—“Tha Crossroads”
3672
Rob explores Cleveland rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s hit “Tha Crossroads” by discussing the origins of the quintet, their innovative musical style, and the power of singing about grief.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Israel Daramola
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
Associate Producer: Lani Renaldo
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Oct 27, 2021 |
Blink-182—“What’s My Age Again?”
4341
Rob explores punk royalty Blink-182’s “What’s My Age Again?” by discussing the band’s unapologetic celebration of immaturity, their musical influences, and what so-called selling out meant for rock artists during that era.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Dan Ozzi
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Oct 20, 2021 |
Billy Ray Cyrus—“Achy Breaky Heart”
3504
Rob explores Billy Ray Cyrus’s smash hit “Achy Breaky Heart” by discussing the new traditionalist movement in country music and how it affected Cyrus’s career.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Holly Gleason
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Oct 13, 2021 |
Aaliyah—“One in a Million”
4096
Rob explores R&B sensation Aaliyah’s hit single “One in a Million” by discussing her meteoric rise to pop stardom at an early age, her innovative musical style, and her legacy.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Kelefa Sanneh
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Oct 06, 2021 |
R.E.M.—“Nightswimming”
3819
Rob explores alternative rock band R.E.M.’s piano ballad “Nightswimming” by discussing the band’s musical journey and their songs’ frequent lack of lyrical coherence.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Jay Caspian Kang
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Sep 29, 2021 |
Outkast—“Rosa Parks”
3616
Rob explores legendary hip-hop duo Outkast’s hit “Rosa Parks” by discussing their deep roots in Atlanta and the change they brought to the then-bicoastal rap landscape.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Jewel Wicker
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Sep 22, 2021 |
Tori Amos — “Cornflake Girl”
3571
Rob explores singer-songwriter Tori Amos’s hit single “Cornflake Girl” by discussing her performing prowess, her unique artistry, and her tense relationship with the press.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Maya Salam
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Sep 15, 2021 |
Oasis—“Wonderwall”
4421
Rob explores Britpop icon Oasis’s enduring megahit “Wonderwall” by discussing the Gallagher brothers’ notoriously contentious relationship and the band’s place in the lineage of British rock.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Steven Hyden
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Sep 08, 2021 |
Boyz II Men—“End of the Road”
4074
Rob explores the legendary R&B quartet Boyz II Men’s record-smashing single “End of the Road” by discussing the group’s universal appeal, their unprecedented success, and the massive footprint they left on the music industry.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Keith Murphy
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jul 28, 2021 |
Limp Bizkit—“Nookie”
3581
Rob explores rap-rock band Limp Bizkit’s signature single “Nookie” by discussing the rise of nü metal and how the genre centers around rage in its many expressions.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Brittany Spanos
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jul 21, 2021 |
Madonna—“Vogue”
3444
Rob explores Madonna’s ’90s house hit “Vogue” by discussing the Queen of Pop’s remarkable ability to reinvent herself, her meticulous involvement in her work, and how those within the ballroom scene received her musical homage.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Caryn Ganz
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jul 14, 2021 |
Coolio—“Gangsta’s Paradise”
3358
Rob explores Los Angeles rapper Coolio’s megahit “Gangsta’s Paradise” by discussing the distance between the stark realities behind much of hip-hop’s lyrical content and rap songs’ public reception as pop music.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Christopher R. Weingarten
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jul 07, 2021 |
Cake—“The Distance”
3183
Rob explores Cake’s hit single “The Distance” by discussing the Sacramento band’s quirky sensibilities, the role of sarcasm in their lyricism, and their eccentric production choices.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Sadie Dupuis
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jun 30, 2021 |
Pavement—“Gold Soundz”
3844
Rob explores indie-rock darling Pavement’s critically acclaimed hit “Gold Soundz” by discussing their quirky charm, enigmatic lyrics, and unique fan following.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Chris Ryan
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jun 23, 2021 |
Brandy and Monica—“The Boy Is Mine”
3765
Rob explores R&B stars Brandy and Monica’s legendary duet “The Boy Is Mine” by discussing the extent to which the two singers’ purported feud was true and how, regardless of its legitimacy, it shaped a compelling narrative around the song.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Naima Cochrane
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jun 16, 2021 |
Third Eye Blind—“Semi-Charmed Life”
2917
Rob explores San Francisco rock band Third Eye Blind’s hit “Semi-Charmed Life” by discussing front man Stephan Jenkins’s reputation, songwriting prowess, and unconventional appeal.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Max Collins
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jun 09, 2021 |
Sinéad O’Connor—“Nothing Compares 2 U”
3359
Rob explores Irish singer-songwriter Sinéad O’Connor’s acclaimed rendition of “Nothing Compares 2 U” by discussing how she made the Prince-written song her own, her fervent commitment to activism, and the controversies that derailed her career.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Ann Powers
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jun 02, 2021 |
Juvenile—“Back That Azz Up”
2888
Rob explores New Orleans rapper Juvenile’s bounce anthem “Back That Azz Up.” He discusses how Juvenile’s unique voice complements the bounce genre and delves into the origins of Cash Money Records.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guests: Micah Peters and Justin Charity
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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May 26, 2021 |
Red Hot Chili Peppers—“Under the Bridge”
3764
Rob explores the indefinable Red Hot Chili Peppers’ hit single “Under the Bridge” by discussing the band’s tumultuous history and rambunctious identity.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: John Moe
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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May 19, 2021 |
Whitney Houston—“I Will Always Love You”
3592
Rob explores the late great Whitney Houston’s iconic cover of “I Will Always Love You” by discussing the legendary vocalist’s life and legacy.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Gerrick Kennedy
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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May 12, 2021 |
Weezer—“Say It Ain’t So”
2917
Rob explores Weezer’s acclaimed emo hit “Say It Ain’t So” by discussing the band’s unique identity within alternative rock and the story behind the song’s lyrical content.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Bobby Bones
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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May 05, 2021 |
Dave Matthews Band—“Crash Into Me”
3053
Rob explores Dave Matthews Band’s “Crash Into Me” by discussing the band’s immense musical prowess and artistry contrasted with their fandom’s reputation.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Yasi Salek
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Apr 28, 2021 |
Björk—“Hyperballad”
2363
Rob explores Icelandic musician Björk’s hit “Hyperballad” by discussing her unique artistry and the various ways she stretched beyond the conventions of popular music.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Rumaan Alam
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Apr 21, 2021 |
A Tribe Called Quest—“Scenario”
3640
Rob explores A Tribe Called Quest’s “Scenario” by discussing the chemistry at the center of the group’s excellence and where the song ranks among the best posse cuts in rap history.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Shea Serrano
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Apr 14, 2021 |
Luniz—"I Got 5 on It"
3312
Rob explores the Luniz’ weed anthem “I Got 5 on It” by discussing the history of Bay Area rap and how the song’s remix showcases the region’s all-stars.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guests: Logan Murdock and Marcus Thompson
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Apr 07, 2021 |
Selena—“Dreaming of You”
3253
Rob explores Tejano superstar Selena’s posthumous crossover hit “Dreaming of You” by discussing her success in both Spanish-language and English-language music as well as the monumental legacy she left behind for Latinx artists.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Suzy Exposito
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Mar 31, 2021 |
Pulp—“Common People”
2994
Rob explores Britpop band Pulp’s signature anthem “Common People” by discussing the layers of class criticism in its lyrics and the exciting but combative Britpop moment of the ’90s.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Dorian Lynskey
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Mar 24, 2021 |
Tool—“Stinkfist”
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Rob explores Los Angeles metal band Tool’s “Stinkfist” by discussing how they found success mixing visceral shock and poetic depth in their music.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Laina Dawes
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Mar 17, 2021 |
Shania Twain—“Man! I Feel Like a Woman!”
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Rob explores country icon Shania Twain’s crossover hit “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” by discussing her pioneering within and outside of Nashville as well as her professional and personal relationship with producer Mutt Lange.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Marissa R. Moss
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Mar 10, 2021 |
The Notorious B.I.G.—“Juicy”
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Rob explores the East Coast rapper the Notorious B.I.G.’s mainstream breakout single, “Juicy,” by discussing Biggie’s life and legacy as it compares to the narrative around him and his music.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Jon Caramanica
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Mar 03, 2021 |
Temple of the Dog—“Hunger Strike”
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Rob explores grunge supergroup Temple of the Dog’s signature single “Hunger Strike” by discussing the rise of Seattle as the center of the alternative rock scene, the band’s fixation with darkness, and the genre’s complex relationship with ’70s nostalgia.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Eric Harvey
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Feb 24, 2021 |
TLC—“No Scrubs”
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Rob explores TLC’s blockbuster R&B hit “No Scrubs” by discussing the iconic girl group’s underappreciated impact on culture, the unjust media coverage of female artists, and their unique place in history as champions of Black women in America.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Danyel Smith
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Feb 17, 2021 |
No Doubt—“Just a Girl”
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Rob explores ska-punk sensation No Doubt’s feminist anthem “Just a Girl” by discussing the rise of third-wave ska and Gwen Stefani’s turn as a solo artist.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Puja Patel
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Feb 10, 2021 |
Dr. Dre—“Nuthin’ But a G-Thang”
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Rob explores legendary producer Dr. Dre’s iconic debut album ‘The Chronic’ and its lead single, “Nuthin’ But a G-Thang,” by discussing Dre’s extraordinary chemistry with other rappers, his towering influence on West Coast gangsta rap, and his dark history of violence against women.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Sheldon Pearce
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Feb 04, 2021 |
C+C Music Factory—“Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)”
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Rob explores the C+C Music Factory’s debut hit “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” by discussing the group’s rise to popularity from the underground dance scene and the controversy surrounding their exclusion of featured singer Martha Wash.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Craig Seymour
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jan 28, 2021 |
New Radicals—“You Get What You Give”
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Rob explores the New Radicals’ signature hit, “You Get What You Give,” performed for the first time in 22 years at President Joe Biden’s inauguration.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Rob Sheffield
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jan 21, 2021 |
Metallica—“Enter Sandman”
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Rob explores thrash metal icon Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” by discussing the band’s trajectory from their early work to their mainstream turn and their wide influence thereafter.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Dave Chang
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jan 14, 2021 |
The Breeders—“Cannonball”
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Rob explores alternative rock darlings The Breeders’ breakout hit “Cannonball” by discussing the band’s predecessor, The Pixies; Kim Deal’s uniquely captivating voice; and the song’s charming disregard for music norms.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Open Mike Eagle
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Jan 07, 2021 |
Master P—“Make 'Em Say Uhh!”
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Rob explores Master P’s platinum single “Make 'Em Say Uhh!” by discussing the rapper’s famed business acumen, what he means to New Orleans hip-hop, and how his label No Limit Records paved the way for empowering rappers.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guests: Micah Peters and Taylor Crumpton
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Dec 31, 2020 |
Backstreet Boys—“I Want It That Way”
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Rob explores one of the greatest boy band songs of all time, “I Want It That Way” by the Backstreet Boys, by discussing the nonsensical yet sonically pleasing lyricism and the perception of boy bands in larger cultural criticism.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Maria Sherman
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Dec 17, 2020 |
Smashing Pumpkins—“Mayonaise”
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Rob explores the Smashing Pumpkins’ shoegazing power ballad “Mayonaise” by discussing how the eccentricities of frontman Billy Corgan directed the band’s trajectory, the band’s ability to tap into the universal feeling of isolation, and where the band was situated within the '90s rock landscape.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Bill Simmons
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Dec 10, 2020 |
Mariah Carey—“All I Want for Christmas Is You”
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Rob explores Mariah Carey’s modern classic Christmas anthem “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by discussing the transcendent vocalist’s tumultuous early life and career, her oft-overlooked songwriting prowess, and how the song builds on the long canon of Christmas music.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Kyla Marshell
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Dec 03, 2020 |
Geto Boys—"Mind Playing Tricks On Me"
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Rob explores the revolutionary Geto Boys single ‘Mind Playing Tricks On Me’ by highlighting how it expresses raw vulnerability through its lyrics and its legacy in hip-hop to the present day.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Kiana Fitzgerald
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Nov 19, 2020 |
Guns N’ Roses—“November Rain”
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Rob explores Guns N’ Roses’ signature power ballad “November Rain” in all of its extremely lengthy glory by discussing the band’s turbulent trajectory, the profound genius of Slash’s guitar playing, the song’s equally recognizable music video, and the moral detriment to enjoying the creative work of Axl Rose.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Naomi Fry
Producers: Justin Sayles and Isaac Lee
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Nov 12, 2020 |
Missy Elliott—“The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)”
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Rob explores Missy Elliott’s breakout single “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” and the Hall of Famer’s singular career, highlighting her lasting influence on hip-hop and R&B as well as her longstanding partnership with legendary producer Timbaland.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Clover Hope
Producer: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Nov 05, 2020 |
Wu-Tang Clan—“C.R.E.A.M.”
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Rob explores the Wu-Tang Clan’s 1993 genre-defining classic “C.R.E.A.M.” and the unique circumstances that were seminal to the group’s identity.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Lex Pryor
Producer: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Oct 29, 2020 |
Gin Blossoms—“Hey Jealousy”
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Rob explores the 1992 jangle-rock hit “Hey Jealousy” and how it integrates the darkness of its lyrical content into its bright sonic framework.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Hanif Abdurraqib
Producer: Isaac Lee
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Oct 22, 2020 |
Alanis Morissette—"You Oughta Know"
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Rob explores the iconic 1995 single "You Oughta Know" by Canadian singer Alanis Morissette by examining its cultural influence and distinct sound.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Oct 15, 2020 |