Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures

Atlantic Starr: ”Always” (This Out-hallmarks Hallmark)

If there was a template for a wedding song, this would pretty much fill it. Sure, it's pie-eyed and syrupy, but what do you expect? We welcome back Chris Newkirk to give us his feedback (33:52) and he does not disappoint! 
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"Always" video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8pVcq_lYNw
"Secret Lovers" video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oe2UXqFo0D
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Chris Isaak: ”Wicked Game” (Nobody loves no one)

This episode may have been originally recorded in winter, but we brought the heat! Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game" may be the sexiest song ever - at least the video is. Our friend (and pastor) Mike V joins us today to take a close look at a song that haunts us.
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Marc Cohn: ”Walking in Memphis” (We got a prayer in Memphis)

We touch down in the land of the Delta Blues and celebrate Marc Cohn's classic autobiographical tune.
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Links:
The history of the song, by Marc Cohn: https://bit.ly/3tS9VvF
Original version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgRafRp-P-o
Cher version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Re4K3r34TsA
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Paul Anka Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4Eg-Dx_ujY
Shut Up And Dance version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZnanvrPj2I
 

Stevie Wonder: ”I Just Called To Say I Love You” (You’re wrong, Jack Black!)

Bill and Frank discuss the Oscar winning Stevie Wonder song and discuss more than a few covers of it. 
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Charles & Eddie: ”Would I Lie To You?” (No Good Dirty Doctor!)

We dive deep into one of the greatest duets of the early 90s! "Would I Lie to You?" was more popular in Europe than in North America, but it's power has grown over the last three decades. In this episode, Bill and Frank examine the lyrics closely and can't help but wonder if this is actually a "gaslight anthem" of sorts. Also, Bill's memories of Melrose Place are triggered, which leads to the subtitle "No Good Dirty Doctor!"
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Original Video for the song: https://youtu.be/G_UXvcr22rM
Eddie Chacon's Pleasure, Joy and Happiness on bandcamp: https://eddiechaconofficial.bandcamp.com/album/pleasure-joy-and-happiness
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Bad English: ”When I See You Smile” (Frank’s First Dance)

Some songs you never forget, like the first slow song you nervously danced to at that school dance. This is that song for Frank. Join us as we discuss the band, the song, and everything that happened during Frank’s first dance!
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The original video: https://youtu.be/cu6pclWsxzs
Luan Parle’s excellent cover: https://youtu.be/XTrUgnO271k
Bonus - Bill’s first dance song: https://youtu.be/COKOs4oeiTc

Heart: ”These Dreams” (Werewolves in the Mist)

In honour of St. Valentine's Day, we picked a band whose name represents the holiday perfectly. Frank is away running a marathon in Antarctica (!), so we have two special guests to make up for this massive loss: our frequent contributor Dave Kitchen and the famed "Wolfman" from the north, Dave Huizer.
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Official video: https://youtu.be/41P8UxneDJE
These Beans: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrYkjTCgDJ4
The demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q31-_ufXiQY
 

Take That: ”Back For Good” (Lipstick marks on coffee cups)

We're going back to 1995 for this gem. Frank recounts how this song pushed him to take a stand and declare his love for ballads. Our visiting Guilt-Free Pleasures scholar Dr. Andrew Pendakis also sends his analysis of the lyrical content of "Back for Good." We also take some time to reflect on the music video and give some general advice on whether this song is a good template for apologizing to your romantic partner.   
Helpful links:
The iconic video: https://youtu.be/N2ICtCO8TCw
"Happy Robcore" version: https://youtu.be/iH9Cti06nsI
Guilt-Free Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1AUrdnLnW0o6L0qWoA09xi?si=f5940e535c5a4ee3
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Starship: ”We Built This City” (Best of the Worst or Worst of the Best?)

No matter how you feel about the song, if you hear it, you will be singing along. Special thanks to Dave Kitchen for joining us and keeping the peace as Bill and Frank could not find consensus over this tune. 
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Original Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1b8AhIsSYQ
Demo Version: https://soundcloud.com/user-554184759/martin-pages-and-bernie-taupins-1984-original-8-track-demo-of-we-built-this-city?si=132f8c0f219f42e6a314fc7fb12b2040&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Kids Incorporated Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhFHYXhbQsA
Glee Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7RAFKMnLaI
We Built This City on Sausage Rolls: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iEB8bfP7wE
Marconi's Mambo Shared Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/05DXbjpSBYaQHVVbGefryx?si=0cbf68d090784470
 

Philip Bailey & Phil Collins: ”Easy Lover” (A Banger of Bangers)

No guilt or shame here: this is the banger of bangers. No matter what you feel about Phil Collins (and we love him!), there is no denying the greatness of this song. Special thanks to Chris Newkirk for giving us his thoughts (36:52).
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Links: 
The original video:
https://youtu.be/JkRKT6T0QLg
The Philip Bailey & Kenny Loggins version:
https://youtu.be/QJye1RuG4wc
Our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6mrqxjmitcYMBkSQtxl4eC?si=a92bff5aa8814833