No Doubt—“Just a Girl”
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 Mu...
10 Feb 202142min
Dr. Dre—“Nuthin’ But a G-Thang”
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 in...
4 Feb 202150min
C+C Music Factory—“Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)”
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 surroundin...
28 Jan 202141min
New Radicals—“You Get What You Give”
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 a...
21 Jan 202139min
Metallica—“Enter Sandman”
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 orig...
14 Jan 202149min
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 Jan 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 Des 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 Des 202033min
