Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures

Chicago: ”You’re The Inspiration” (The ultimate first wedding dance)

If you went to a wedding from the mid-80s to the mid-90s, you were pretty much guaranteed to hear Chicago's "You're The Inspiration." Chances were also good that this would have been the song for the first wedding dance. Peter Cetera and David Foster's collaboration was a match made in musical heaven, even if it spelled the demise of Cetera's relationship with Chicago. Frank and Bill dive deep into the history of the band, the album Chicago 17, and the song that made us want to find a love to last until the end of time!
The Music Video
Our Mixtape
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Fine Young Cannibals: ”She Drives Me Crazy”

Once you hear that irresistible (and nearly impossible) snare drum sound, you know you’re in for 3 and a half glorious minutes of pop perfection. We discuss the history of the band as well as the complicated process that resulted in this incredible track. Nathan Holmes joins us again to bring his thoughtful analysis and to take us on a little trip to Remix Corner. 
Official Video
Remix Corner:
Phunk Phenomenon
Justin Strauss Remix
Chip Nunez Driven Crazy Dub
Monie Love Remix
Bill and Frank's Mixtape
The Tube performance of "Johnny Come Home"
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.

John Parr: ”St. Elmo’s Fire (Man in Motion)” [The Rick Hansen Theme Song]

Join us as we explore the impact of "St. Elmo's Fire (Man in Motion)" by John Parr. We discuss Parr's journey, his connections in the industry, the tight deadline he faced with David Foster, and the true inspiration behind his lyrics. It doesn't matter that its namesake movie is a stinker, because its association with Rick Hansen will always keep the true St. Elmo's Fire burning! 
Official Video
Naughty Naughty Video
Rick Hansen Promo
Mixtape
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.
 

Cyndi Lauper: ”Time After Time” (Porcelain Dogs and Time Machines)

Time after Time is truly timeless. Dave Kitchen joins us for his record 11th episode to celebrate the greatness of both the song and its "so unusual" singer. We cover the early history of Cyndi Lauper, the making of her iconic ballad with Rob Hyman, and the stories behind the "Time after Time" music video. 
Links:
Cyndi Lauper and Hulk Hogan at the Grammy Awards
Music Video
Our mixtape
Cyndi and Rob explain the making of the song
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.
 

Swing Out Sister: ”Breakout” (Sophisti-pop!)

Swing Out Sister's "Breakout" has been a mainstay on easy listening stations throughout our lives, and we want to give it the proper praise it deserves. We discuss the history of the song and why we all love it! 
Helpful links:
The music video (in colour)
Our incredible mixtape
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.

John Waite: ”Missing You” (Listen to your friends)

You're not fooling us, John. You ain't missing her at all? Why did you then call your song "Missing You" and not "Ain't Missing You?" This is just a fraction of the type of high quality analysis that you'll find in this week's episode. We also dig deep into our own pain and suffering - all for your enjoyment!
We're joined by our good friend Stu, who not only brings a Jungian reading of the song but also briefly threatens Frank's status as co-host of this podcast. It's high drama in the land of the Guilt Free and we are glad that you have joined us!
Helpful links:
The music video
Our incredible mixtape
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.

38 Special: ”Second Chance” (Rationalizing and Minimizing in the Pouring Rain)

Ouch. Bill and Frank are not (registered) therapists, but we know that this is not how you seek reconciliation after being unfaithful. Still, this song sounds incredible. Special thanks to Rich and the Wolfman for requesting the song!
Helpful links:
Our Mixtape
Official Music Video
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.

Mr. Big: ”To Be With You” (Our 100th episode!)

Who would have thought that an album opening with a song involving electric drills shredding guitars would close with such a sweet sing-a-long tune? Walt Whitman was right - we all contain multitudes. This is our 100th episode - thank you for joining us as we celebrate with the song our sisters loved!
Helpful links:
Our Mixtape
Official Music Video
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.

Vanessa Carlton: ”A Thousand Miles” (A ubiquitous pop song)

There was a time when Vanessa Carlton's "A Thousand Miles" could probably be found playing on a radio station at any given time of the day. This was not a bad thing. We dive into one of the great pop songs of the early aughts. Come and fall into the sky with us!
Our mixtape
Terry Crews iconic White Chicks performance
The incredible music video
The vice documentary
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Mastodon, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.

Night Ranger: ”Sister Christian” (MOTORING!)

In this episode, we examine one of the most iconic "advice songs" in rock. For those of us who grew up on radio, we probably know of Night Ranger's "Sister Christian" as "MOTORIN'!" We dive into the story behind the song, discuss its strengths, and propose a Hallmark movie for the ages.
Links:
Our Mixtape
The music video
You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Mastodon, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen!
Here is our Spotify playlist featuring every song we've featured.
Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn.