“Cheerleader” by OMI (f/ Tony Hartman)
If you reflect on the joyous music that graced the Billboard Hot 100 in the summer of 2015, it would be hard to believe that people were engaged in activities beyond falling in love and relishing a wa...
10 Jan 202443min
"Send Me On My Way" by Rusted Root
Blending influences from around the globe, Pittsburgh’s own Rusted Root made their mark on music history with their unforgettable 1992 hit, “Send Me On My Way”. This joyous tune only hit #72 on the Bi...
3 Jan 202444min
"Tarzan Boy" by Baltimora (f/Jim Logrando)
You might not know the name Baltimora, but you have almost certainly encountered the anthemic “Tarzan Boy” in unexpected places. From iconic Listerine commercials to grand wrestling entrances, this un...
27 Dec 202339min
"Barbie Girl" by Aqua
In celebration of our 200th episode, we're revisiting our lost first episode and giving “Barbie Girl” another chance on One Hit Thunder. The resounding popularity of Aqua and their iconic song has exp...
20 Dec 202347min
Reactions to Spin Magazine's 88 Best Alternative Songs from 1998
A listener tagged us in the Spin Magazine Instagram post about the Spin Magazine list of 88 Best Alternative Songs from 1998 saying they'd love to hear what our thoughts were on the listing. Since Mat...
18 Dec 202323min
Our Fourth Year Countdown
As we conclude another year of podcasting we look back at the songs past and try to determine the ranking from worst to best. In the past this was done by Chris and Matt and a guest ... this year we d...
13 Dec 20231h 32min
"My Boyfriend's Back" by The Angels
Hey now, hey now, One Hit Thunder’s back! This week, we're stepping back in time to explore the fascinating story behind one of the early '60s most beloved hits. A group of talented teenagers from New...
6 Dec 202336min
Chris Reviews Matt's Spotify Wrapped 2023
It's the best time of the year ... Spotify Wrapped Season. Since Matt has the most unpredictable of musical tastes, Chris gives a live reaction to his top 20 most listened to songs this year. Learn mo...
1 Dec 202328min
