Back to School: The Hits of 1990

Milt and Dave revisit the billboard top 10 hits from May 19, 1990, a significant date marking their college graduation. The duo analyzes, critiques, and discusses the lasting impact of songs like 'Vogue' by Madonna, 'Nothing Compares 2 U' by Sinéad O'Connor, and 'Poison' by Bell Biv Devoe. They also humorously reminisce about their younger days and milestone moments while navigating the chart. Additionally, the episode includes special segments such as the 'Substitution' where each host replaces a chart song with another hit from the same period. Highlights include debates over which hits have truly stood the test of time and personal anecdotes from their college years. Don't miss this nostalgic deep dive into the music of 1990.

Topics

00:21 Cheesesteak Challenge and Jazz Fest Highlights

01:40 Public Pooping Debate

03:21 Donovan McNabb Bathroom Encounter

05:09 College Memories and Listener Shoutouts

07:04 Time Machine to 1990

16:02 Aerosmith's 'What It Takes'

23:46 Roxette's 'It Must Have Been Love'

30:09 Bell Biv DeVoe's 'Poison'

36:10 Beatles' Hidden Messages and Radio Show Scares

37:38 Bell Biv DeVoe and the 2023 Winter Classic

41:25 Calloway Brothers and Their Musical Journey

47:42 Janet Jackson's 'Alright' and Its Samples

57:04 The Worst Song We've Ever Covered

01:01:46 Wilson Phillips' Cheesy but Comforting Hit

01:07:03 Heart's Controversial Story Song

01:12:02 The Mystery of Jacob A.

01:12:32 Analyzing Iconic Lyrics

01:13:16 The Story Behind 'Nothing Compares 2 U'

01:19:39 SNL and Pop Culture Moments

01:21:41 Madonna's 'Vogue' and Its Impact

01:26:24 Top 10 Songs Recap

01:32:06 Musical Substitutions and Reflections

01:40:04 Final Thoughts and Farewell