Dexys Midnight Runners
From stolen tapes to faked Irish names, Dexys Midnight Runners weren’t just a band – they were a controlled explosion of style, soul, and stubborn vision.
Rediscover their chaotic brilliance in this sharp and scholarly portrait from Contributing Author JJ Live At Leeds.
Casey Kasem’s Best Random “Specials” Selections
Who else but Contributing Author Chuck Small could deploy the word “yuck” with such panache? Wander in chartland with Chuck in this Part 2 look at Casey Kasem’s AT40 Special Countdowns with a grin, a wince, and perhaps the occasional cringe.
Strap in for a boogie back to June of 1975, where piccolos seduced, Aerosmith double-entendred, and ABBA sent out the saddest distress signal ever sung in sequins. It’s a jam-packed nostalgia bomb from DJ Professor Dan who proves that 50 years ago, music was groovier, weirder, and fond of bumping hips.
Why Do Just Three Little Words from an Obscure 80s Western Sitcom Make Me Laugh?
What do you get when you cross an obscure 80s Western sitcom, a Broadway-trained villain, and one perfectly timed line? Three little words from Leonard Frey – and a big laugh.
The Unexpected Polish Comfort Food You’ll Love
In today’s episode of “Things That Shouldn’t Work But Weirdly Do,” Contributing Author and Top Chef Bill Bois introduces us to strawberries and noodles. Yes, together. And no, it’s not a dessert. Probably. Maybe. OK, we’re not sure…
18 Amazing Songs With A Gong
From ancient Chinese ceremonies to Kool & The Gang, the mighty gong has truly been places. In this delightfully-researched list, Rolleboogie pays loud, clanging tribute to music’s most majestic metal disk – and answers the question: “Wait, was that a gong?”
What a Week in Corralejo Really Feels Like
An accidental gem of a vacation unfolds across volcanic vistas, floating crabs, and a ska-soaked burger bar, as one family stumbles upon memory-making gold in Corralejo. For more soulful (and often sunburned) wanderings, don’t miss this travelmissive from Contributing Author JJ Live At Leeds.
A Collection of Casey Kasem’s Best Random “Specials” Selections
When you trust your playlist to pure chance and end up with everything from Beatles classics to a Barry White bedroom anthem, what could be better? Contributing Author DJ Chuck Small throws caution to the wind and lets his trusty random number generator guide the way through Casey Kasem’s AT40 Specials vault.
It’s The Hits Of June-ish 1965!
Watch it now, watch it ,watch it, watch it… An iconic fuzzed-out riff, funky moves, and, of course, your average everyday Pharaoh riding around in a hearse.
Join Contributing Author DJ Professor Dan as he takes the biggest songs from June of 1965 for a spin.
Why Does A “Documentary” About The Origins Of State Abbreviations Make Me Laugh?
I can’t explain why Gary Gulman’s brilliant take on state abbreviations makes me laugh harder than most Netflix specials, but his viral routine proves comedy gold really does hide in plain sight. Knowing that millions of people are genuinely invested in a dual-letter combos confirms that Gulman has cracked the code on finding humor in the most unexpected places.
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