The Breeders—“Cannonball”
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 disregar...
7 Tammi 202136min
Master P—“Make 'Em Say Uhh!”
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...
31 Joulu 202041min
Backstreet Boys—“I Want It That Way”
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 ...
17 Joulu 202033min
Smashing Pumpkins—“Mayonaise”
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...
10 Joulu 202039min
Mariah Carey—“All I Want for Christmas Is You”
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...
3 Joulu 202042min
Geto Boys—"Mind Playing Tricks On Me"
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 epi...
19 Marras 202027min
Guns N’ Roses—“November Rain”
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, t...
12 Marras 202038min
Missy Elliott—“The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)”
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 partn...
5 Marras 202034min
