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The (Mostly) 80s Music Podcast: What Difference Does It Make?

Dave Sloan and Holly Cantos
80s Music
KROQ
Music Industry
1980s Music
Los Angeles
MTV
Duran Duran
Summer Songs
The Cure
Country Music
Bruce Springsteen
Record Store Day
1989
One Hit Wonders
Paige Stark
Nostalgia
John Candy
Comedy
K-Rock
Foreigner

Dave and Holly, your 80s music aficionados, talk to the artists and music industry insiders that made it the greatest decade for music.

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Gina Gershon
Actress and author
Author of AlphaPussy: How I Survived the Valley and Learned to Love My Boobs
Episode: Gina Gershon Survives The San Fernando Valley
Steve Berlin
Producer and saxophonist, associated with Top Jimmy And The Rhythm Pigs, Los Lobos, The Blasters
Los Lobos, The Blasters
Episode: Steve Berlin Is A Rhythm Pig
Steve Spears
Host of Stuck in the 80s podcast and author of the book Stuck in the 80s, 20 years of conversations with pop culture icons who defined a decade
Stuck in the 80s
Episode: Steve Spears Is Forever Stuck In The 80s
Danny Goldberg
Music industry veteran and author of Bumping Into Geniuses
Self-employed / Gold Village Entertainment
Episode: Danny Goldberg Bumps Into Genius
Harold Bronson
Co-founder of Rhino Records
Rhino Records
Episode: Harold Bronson Reconnects With His Savage Young Winos
Steven Blush
Author of When Rock Met Hip Hop trilogy
Author
Episode: Steven Blush Was Raised On Disco, Reggae, Hip-Hop, And Rock
Paul Rees
Author of Raised on Radio, an oral history of the AOR glory years (1976–1986)
Author
Episode: Paul Rees Was Raised On Radio
Roddy Bottum
Musician and author of the memoir "The Royal We"
Faith No More, Imperial Teen
Episode: Please Refer To Roddy Bottum As The Royal We
Arielle Nissenblatt
Podcast Hall of Famer and expert in podcasting and curation
Earbuds.Audio
Episode: Arielle Nissenblatt Podcasts On This And That

Hosts

Dave
Co-host discussing 80s music and culture with a focus on engaging interviews and entertaining storytelling.
Holly
Co-host and music expert passionate about the 80s, providing insights and sharing engaging stories from the era.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Excellent listen!

    Great listen for fans of music from the 80’s or really any decade.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brainadamant
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Podcasts

    Dave & Holly do an incredible job on this podcast. Great job

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danny 1432
    United States4 years ago
  • What difference does it make

    What a great podcast !! Thoroughly enjoyed the personal home touch -David Sloan really knows how to carry on a conversation with people and it shows. You must listen to his podcasts and I can’t wait to hear his next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doc low
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome to the max

    Great chemistry between the host and loads of 80s fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigDannySmack
    United States4 years ago
  • Seriously impressive podcast!

    As someone who presented an 80s radio show for over 15 years, i can spot frauds a mile off - Dave and Holly know their stuff, and are a blast to listen to as well! Highly recommend you subscribe to this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not as audacious as Martha
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Compelling topics and engaging guests always make for an entertaining episode.
Dave and Holly know their stuff and are a blast to listen to!
Many fans express nostalgia, praising the connection to their own memories thanks to the music discussed.
Listeners appreciate the personal touch, as the hosts share their experiences related to the 80s.
Great chemistry between the hosts and loads of 80s fun!

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JayQuan Is Raising Hell For Run-DMC
Q: How did RUN-DMC come to symbolize a new era in rap, and why did JayQuan think they broke through when others didn't?
JayQuan attributes RUN-DMC's breakthrough to a combination of timing, a stripped-down but powerful beat approach, and a look that connected with the audience. He explains that their minimal, rock-infused production by Larry Smith and later Rick Rubin, plus an image that mirrored everyday fans, made them more relatable and accessible than earlier acts. This created a template for a cohesive album experience rather than a string of singles.
Steve Spears Is Forever Stuck In The 80s
Q: When you decided to write the book, did you already have a lineup of interviews in mind from the transcripts?
Yes, Steve said that certain interviews like Steve Perry and Huey Lewis anchored the book, and the process evolved from building transcripts to adding context and personal reflection.
Paul Rees Was Raised On Radio
Q: How did you determine which musicians and stories to include?
He notes he spoke to about 60 people directly for the book, supplemented by other sources, aiming to present a broad, cohesive picture of the period rather than a single-band focus.
Paul Rees Was Raised On Radio
Q: What inspired you to write Raised on Radio and focus on the AOR glory years?
Paul Rees explains it felt like a story of an era—radio, MTV, and the commercial peak of arena rock all intersected in a vibrant but transitional moment worth documenting in depth.
Steven Blush Was Raised On Disco, Reggae, Hip-Hop, And Rock
Q: What role did Def Jam and Rick Rubin play in this story?
Blush describes them as foundational to modern hip-hop and credits the unlikely pairing of Rubin and Russell Simmons with starting a powerhouse that reshaped music, culture, and the industry's approach to collaboration.

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Focused on 80s music and culture, this podcast features engaging discussions with artists and insiders who shaped that iconic decade. Hosts bring personal anecdotes and insights while reminiscing about classic hits and impactful moments from the 80s music scene, creating a vibrant mix of nostalgia and expert commentary. Notably, the episodes often showcase a blend of interviews with well-known musicians and discussions about memorable tracks, albums, and cultural trends that defined the era, making it a must-listen for fans eager to dive deeper into the music landscape that has left a lasting legacy.

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1. Gina Gershon
2. Steve Berlin
3. Steve Spears
4. Danny Goldberg
5. Harold Bronson
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7. Paul Rees
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