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Top 5 Songs of 1979!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - July 09, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Get ready for a nostalgic trip down memory lane as hosts Jason and Dee take you back to the incredible year of 1979! In this fun and engaging episode, they each countdown their top 5 songs of the year, complete with intriguing clues and captivating stories behind each hit. Try to guess the songs...

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Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (2024): A Spoiler Free Review!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - July 04, 2024 04:49 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Join hosts Jason and Dee in this exciting episode as they dive into their spoiler-free reactions to the highly anticipated new movie, "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," now streaming on Netflix. Get ready for a dynamic discussion as Dee shares intriguing behind-the-scenes tidbits and fascinating produ...

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Chart Topping Musician Received NO CREDIT for One of the Most Iconic Recordings in Movie History!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - July 02, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Once upon a time, before he was a #1 recording artist, this struggling artist went to record in the studio, and if you grew up in the 80s or 90s, you will recognize his recording. But, most people have no idea who was responsible, because he received no credit for his work. Join us for this spec...

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The Cult "Sonic Temple" (1989): Track by Track!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - June 25, 2024 05:05 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
In this episode of the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast, hosts Jason and Dee delve into the captivating history of the legendary band The Cult. They trace the band's evolution from their early days to their breakthrough in the 1980s rock scene. The focal point of the episode is an in-depth,...

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SECOND SPIN: Vance Powell (Engineer for Jack White, Chris Stapleton; September 2020)

Vinyl Emergency - June 18, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 155 ratings
This is an encore presentation of a previous episode, originally airing in September 2020. 4x Grammy-winning producer, engineer and mixer Vance Powell has worked with a wide range of artists and bands including Chris Stapleton, Buddy Guy and Phish. For vinyl collectors, he's arguably most know...

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Great White "...Twice Shy" (1989): Track by Track!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - June 18, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
In this episode of "Surely You Can't Be Serious," hosts Dee and Jason delve into the powerful world of rock with a deep dive into Great White's career-defining album, "...Twice Shy." Join us as we explore the stories, triumphs, and tragedies behind the band's most iconic record. Dee and Jason k...

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Star Wars: The Phantom Menace (1999) - Worth the Rewatch?

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - June 11, 2024 06:40 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Jason and Dee are joined by Dayton Johnson of the Docking Bay 77 Podcast, Jeff Johnson of the A Film By... Podcast, and David Wright of the Apples & Oranges Podcast. Tune in as they discuss Star Wars The Phantom Menace. What works? What does not work? What could be done to fix it? Is it worth th...

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Episode 199: They Might Be Giants' John Flansburgh

Vinyl Emergency - June 04, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 155 ratings
While most music-focused kids picked up guitars or drums in the 60's and 70's, John Flansburgh says he was pulled toward the machinery that made art possible. With a reel-to-reel in hand before age 10 and an early love of graphic design, the detailed processes of printmaking, photography and ana...

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Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979): Is It Worth A Rewatch?

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - June 04, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Boldly go where no podcast has gone before with hosts Jason and Dee from the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast, joined by special guest Jeff Johnson from the "A Film By" podcast and Star Trek expert Chuck Bryan. In this stellar episode, they embark on an in-depth exploration of the 1979 clas...

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House Music Pioneer Robert Owens at the 2023 Chicago House Music Conference

The VINTAGE HOUSE Show Podcast On Air & On-Line | Business, Culture, History of House Music - May 30, 2024 04:00 - 57 minutes
Keynote Fireside Chat with Robert Owens at The Chicago House Music Festival and Conference at Preston Bradley Hall 2023 In his own words, Robert Owens has been making house music ‘before house had a name’. One of the most distinctive, coveted and prolific voices in the genre, Robert has an illu...

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Top 5 Songs of 1989

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - May 28, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Get ready to go back in time to the year 1989 with hosts Jason and Dee of the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast as they tickle your ears with the best audio delights of that year! Its business in the front and party in the back in this special episode as Jason and Dee will take you back to t...

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Episode 198: Strand of Oaks (Returns!)

Vinyl Emergency - May 21, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 155 ratings
"I don't have stage fright, I have life fright." Indiana native Timothy Showalter -- the mind and voice behind the moniker Strand of Oaks -- has pulled no punches when it comes to combatting his own childhood trauma and lifelong anxieties through music. And while he says that touring and perform...

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The Cars "Heartbeat City" (1984): Track by Track!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - May 21, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where Jason and Dee take you on a deep dive into the iconic sounds of The Cars' best album of the 80s, "Heartbeat City." Join us as we dissect each song track by track, exploring the rich history, the profound impact, and the captivating stor...

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Terry Hunter, Lori Branch and Kevin McFall at the Navy Pier Opening of Chicago: Home of House

The VINTAGE HOUSE Show Podcast On Air & On-Line | Business, Culture, History of House Music - May 16, 2024 14:00 - 38 minutes
The Vintage House Show Crew and the Design Museum of Chicago opens the new Navy Pier Exhibit, Chicago: Home of House, which chronicles the birth and rich history of House Music. Grammy nominated DJ Terry Hunter shares the story of his fantastic photo of the 100 Architects of House, which was com...

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Bryan Adams "Reckless" (1984): Track by Track!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - May 14, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Join hosts Dee and Jason on a musical journey through the iconic career of Bryan Adams as they dive into his career-defining album, "Reckless," on the latest episode of "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast. Get ready to rock as we explore the stories behind each track on this timeless album. F...

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Episode 197: John Roderick of The Long Winters

Vinyl Emergency - May 08, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 155 ratings
To say The Long Winters had some bad luck getting their music on vinyl would be an understatement: After a hurricane in the mid-2000's sent most copies of an exclusive box set into the Atlantic Ocean, the band struck a relationship last year with Bandbox -- an LP-subscription service doing limit...

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Gremlins ('84) vs. Ghostbusters ('84) [Episode 2]

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - May 07, 2024 08:30 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Step back in time to the summer of 1984, where the airwaves were filled with Ray Parker's infectious hit, "Ghostbusters," and every corner of the mall was adorned with Ghostbusters merchandise. Join hosts Jason Colvin and Dee Graves for part 2 of their exploration into the iconic films Ghostbust...

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Ghostbusters ('84) vs. Gremlins ('84)

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - April 30, 2024 08:30 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Join hosts Jason Colvin and Dee Graves as they embark on a thrilling journey into the captivating world of cinema with a deep dive into the making of the iconic movies Ghostbusters and Gremlins.  On June 8, 1984, audiences were treated to a double delight as two of the greatest comedy/horror fi...

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Pioneer, Producer, Historian and Grammy Nominee Eric Esmoove Miller on the Vintage House Show.

The VINTAGE HOUSE Show Podcast On Air & On-Line | Business, Culture, History of House Music - April 28, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour
HOUSE LEGEND AND HISTORIAN ERIC ESMOOVE MILLER!! ALL THE INSIDE INFO...ALL THE WONDERFUL OPINIONS ON #housemusic Culture! Eric tackles the 40th anniversary of House Music, The culture and canon of the genre and the future of House. Join Eric and Host Kevin "Mega" McFall. Support the Show. www....

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Episode 196: Dave Holmes (MTV / Esquire)

Vinyl Emergency - April 23, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 155 ratings
Esquire editor-at-large and former MTV VJ Dave Holmes discusses how his ADHD allowed him to embrace the chaos of live television, why hitting up a NYC vinyl listening bar with The Mandalorian didn't go exactly as planned, and his new podcast docuseries examining MTV's cultural impact. Subscribe ...

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Beverly Hills Cop III (1994): What the Heck Happened?

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - April 23, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Join hosts Jason and Dee from the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast, alongside special guest Jeff Johnson from the "A Film By" podcast, as they embark on a wild and comedic journey through the much-maligned sequel, "Beverly Hills Cop III". In this episode, the trio fearlessly tackles the pr...

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How Vinyl Keeps Music History Spinning (Looped In: Chicago)

Vinyl Emergency - April 17, 2024 17:30 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 155 ratings
Hello! For my day job, I host and produce Looped In: Chicago, a podcast for WBBM Newsradio. And this week, they allowed me to make an episode all about the city's ties, past and present, to the record industry. So while it's different from your typical Vinyl Emergency episode, I hope you'll find...

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Jaws 3-D (1983): What the Heck Happened?

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - April 16, 2024 05:05 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Join hosts Jason and Dee from the "Surely You Can't Be Serious" podcast as they dive deep into the depths of cinematic infamy with special guest Jeff Johnson from the "A Film By" podcast. Together, they embark on an uproarious journey through the murky waters of the much-maligned sequel, "Jaws 3...

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SECOND SPIN: Derry deBorja (December 2020)

Vinyl Emergency - April 09, 2024 19:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 155 ratings
This is an encore presentation of a previous episode, originally airing in December 2020. On today's show, keyboardist Derry deBorja (of Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit) talks about the musical influence of his older brother, his time as a member of Son Volt, how experimenting with a modular synt...

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VINCE LAWRENCE and Kevin McFall on the Vintage House Show talkin' HOUSE@40

The VINTAGE HOUSE Show Podcast On Air & On-Line | Business, Culture, History of House Music - April 09, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour
HOUSE MUSIC Pioneer Vince Lawrence shares his Chicago Story and his interest in ensuring that House Music is celebrated this year!! Vince's contributions to the History and Culture of House Music are unmatched. From his track "On and On" to his contributions to documentaries and content from the...

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Wham! "Make It Big" (1984): Track by Track!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - April 09, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee delve deep into the realms of music nostalgia, dissecting iconic albums and the stories behind them. In this episode, join us on a journey back to the 1980s as we shine a spotlight on one of the era's most beloved po...

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Paris Cesvette with Kevin "Mega" McFall on the Vintage House Show Celebrating Women in House Music

The VINTAGE HOUSE Show Podcast On Air & On-Line | Business, Culture, History of House Music - April 08, 2024 02:00 - 57 minutes
Paris Cesvette stands as a beacon of creativity and innovation in the realm of music. This young British artist has remarkably established a strong presence in the US music industry and the throughout the rest of the world. She has also armed herself as a DJ and radio host. Carving her niche as ...

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Tears For Fears "Songs from the Big Chair" (1985): Track by Track!

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - April 02, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee take a deep dive into the music that shaped our lives. In this episode, we're dissecting the iconic Tears for Fears album "Songs from the Big Chair." Join us as we unravel the layers of each track, exploring the gen...

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"The Karate Kid" (1984) vs. "The Last Dragon" (1985): Part 2

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - March 26, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee dive deep into the world of classic karate movies from the mid-eighties. In this episode, they're pitting two iconic films against each other: "The Karate Kid" and "The Last Dragon." Join Jason and Dee as they disse...

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"The Karate Kid" (1984) vs. "The Last Dragon" (1985): Part 1

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast - March 19, 2024 05:05 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 109 ratings
Welcome to "Surely You Can't Be Serious," the podcast where hosts Jason and Dee dive deep into the world of classic karate movies from the mid-eighties. In this episode, they're pitting two iconic films against each other: "The Karate Kid" and "The Last Dragon." Join Jason and Dee as they disse...