Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures

Ray Parker Jr: ”Ghostbusters” (Bustin’ makes us feel good)

We're not quite sure what type of bustin' Ray Parker Jr. is singing about, but "Ghostbusters" is an undeniably incredible song. Dave Kitchen joins us (9th time!) to discuss the history of the song and it's meaning in our wider culture. 
Helpful links:
Original video
Mashup of Huey vs Ray
Who You Gonna Call (documentary) trailer
Mixtape
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The Michael Bolton Paradox: ”Said I Loved You...But I Lied”

Love might indeed be a wonderful thing, but Michael Bolton knows that even that word cannot truly connote how he feels for his significant other. Welcome to The Michael Bolton Paradox: the closer you get to describing the indescribable, the further you get from actually saying what you mean. As Wittgenstein claimed, there is an unbridgeable gap between what can be expressed in language and what can only be expressed in non-verbal ways. "Said I Loved You...But I Lied" isn't just a love song, it's a philosophical treatise.
Links you will enjoy:
The original music video
Our mixtape
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Juice Newton: ”Queen of Hearts” (Clickety Clack)

There was a time when country was very comfortable near the top of the pop charts, and after 1981, you'd be hard pressed to find country and the pop charts commingling again. "Queen of Hearts" is a perfect example from that era, and it is one of those songs that can lodge right into a young 80s kid's subconcious and then reappear decades later to keep bringing joy. It's a big moment for our podcast: Frank is finally able to say "lover" comfortably and Bill is finally able to describe the "clickity click click clack" that he hears in this tune. *Editor's note: we're pretty sure those are hand-claps, but if Bill and Frank want to call it strumming, so be it.
Juice Newton Video
Dave Edmunds version
Rodney Crowell version
Queen of Hearts mixtape
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Wet Wet Wet: “Love Is All Around” (C’mon and let it show)

The song was heard all around when it came out. (See what we did there?) We discuss the history of "Love is all around," our difficulties with saying Wet Wet Wet, the reasons why this song is awesome, and whether it's worth your while to see Four Weddings and a Funeral. 
Helpful links to make your experience here even better:
Official video and live version
Love Actually version
R.E.M. version: live and studio
Troggs version: live and studio
Our mixtape
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Bobby Brown: ”Every Little Step” (Sans Sophomore Slump)

Bobby Brown is at the peak of his powers in "Every Little Step" and we revisit it in all of its glory. Dave Kitchen returns for a record eighth appearance to discuss the events surrounding his purchase of Bobby's multi-platinum second album, "Don't Be Cruel." We bring back some old categories and create some new ones. Also, get ready for an epic mixtape from Frank: his music-listening life has brought him to this moment.
Links:
Frank's Mixtape
Bill's Mixtape
The iconic video
Parody video with Wayne Grady and Mike Tyson
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Roch Voisine: ”I’ll Always Be There” (The Ultimate Canadian Man)

Roch Voisine is a legendary musician who has sold millions of records in Quebec and France. He does not have the same level of popularity in the English-speaking world, but we hope to change that with this episode. "I'll Always Be There" was co-written with David Foster and made its debut in front of Queen Elizabeth II for Canada's 125th anniversary.  Unlike Frank, she did not cry as she listened to it (as far as we know). We are excited to bring this episode to you!
Original Video
This is Roch Voisine CBC concert
The natural magnetism of Roch Voisine
Mixtape
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Spin Doctors: ”Two Princes” (Just Go Ahead Now)

You couldn't escape this in 1993, and why would you want to? We discuss the erroneous rankings from Rolling Stone and Blender concerning this song and the band. After an in-depth consideration of the music and lyrics, we revisit historical moments that occurred while "Two Princes" was peaking on the charts (27:55). To end the episode we pit Chris Baron's scatting against other rock heavyweights (31:31). Tune in to find out how he fares!
Mentioned in the episode:
Original Video
Alternate Video
Sesame Street version
Our Two Princes Mixtape
Strong Songs episode on the guitar solo
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Al B. Sure! ”Nite And Day” (It Makes Intimate Sense)

If you find yourself feeling warm during this episode, it's because we're turning up the heat with Al B. Sure!'s debut single. 
Mixtape
Original Video
Dancing with David Bowie
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Harry Styles: ”As It Was” (Late Night Sushi at Harry’s House)

This is new for us - we are stepping out of our comfort zone and focusing on a song from this year. To keep us from looking so obviously out of our element, we have brought on a special guest: Ella is a 16-year-old Harry Styles superfan and she was kind enough to join us for this episode. We all go gaga over Harry at various points as we examine three of his songs , Frank tallies points as he tracks Ella's superior analysis over Bill's, and Bill refuses to allow anyone else contribute to his incredible mixtape.
Links for further exploration:
Music For A Sushi Restaurant Lyric Video
Late Night Talking Video
"As It Was" Video
Bill's Amazing Mixtape
Fear Factor Audition 
Coachella: "As It Was"
Coachella: "Man! I Feel Like A Woman!"
One Night Only: As It Was
 
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Deniece Williams: ”Let’s Hear It For The Boy” (Frank’s Theme)

It may not have won the academy award for best song, but "Let's Hear It For The Boy" has stood the test of time. We revisit the history of Footloose, discuss the career of Deniece Williams, and analyze this #1 song. 
Helpful links:
Mixtape
Official Video
Footloose Montage Scene
Hot Rod Forest Dance
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