Dope Nostalgia

Episode 94 - Shakespears Sister

The lovely Marcella Detroit is on the show! We showcase her new single off her new album "GOLD", her work with Elton John and Eric Clapton, memories of the Shakespears Sister days and the massive hit "STAY", the plot of the video, ageism, her time singing opera, and more! 

Episode 93 - ”The Simpsons Sing The Blues”

Remember the first time you heard "Do The Bartman"? It was the beginning of the 2nd season of the smash Fox hit "The Simpsons". Charlie, Quinn, and I talk about the beloved show and our favourite episode clips, and do a deep dive into the album "The Simpsons Sing The Blues". Was Michael Jackson ACTUALLY a part of it, or is it just a rumour? When Simpsons merch flew off the shelves, and do you think Lisa is annoying?

Episode 92 - Kym Sims

The amazing dance diva Kym Sims is my special guest! We talk about her 90's experiences, songwriting, some of her favourite musical encounters, her newer music, and some favourite spots in her hometown of Chicago! She's so lovely! We also feature our new friend Joseph Ferguson, a devoted father and mutual Blockhead who is raising money to help kids with cancer. Find out how you can help in this episode!

Episode 91 - Mariah Carey

Kevin Mcinvale from NK Airplay Radio joins me to discuss all things about the Queen of Christmas and the Best Selling Female of All Time, Mariah Carey. How she popularized the whistle register, Her new rarities album, her secretive alternative rock album, her stage fright, and it's time to ask the question - is she ACTUALLY a diva?

Episode 90 - 2 Unlimited

Welcome Ray Slijngaard! He's the OG and current member of one of the HUGEST Eurodance acts of all time, 2 Unlimited! Ray fills us in on their Canadian tour this fall, meeting Michael Jackson and having him watch them perform at the World Music Awards, OG vocalist Anita Doth and her contribution to the group, as well as current vocalist Kim Vergouwen, and his favourite 90's memories. It's also time for James P. White and I to review the Billboard Top 10 of 1991 in this installment of "The Long and Short Of It"!

Episode 89 - Jordan Knight

My special guest DJ AK (Amanda) from No More Games Radio is here to talk about Jordan's first solo album in 1999. We also discuss what happened to NKOTB fans in 1994, John Mayer paying Jordan an artistic compliment, Which JK release you should steer clear of, his tenor vs. his falsetto, and her many amazing experiences with the man, including the time she was forced to choose between him and Bon Jovi. I also share the super rare demo "Truck & Fish".

Episode 88 - Lee Aaron

Canada's Queen of Metal, Lee Aaron, is one of my biggest musical heroes. It was a privilege to have her guest on the show, debuting her new album, "Radio On!" We spend a lot of time going deep into her 90's releases, and her experience putting together her latest collection of songs. She is completely fabulous and we love her!

Episode 87 - Petra

James P. White and Dan Shessel join me this week to talk about the most successful Christian rock band - Petra! We also talk about some of the other great praise and worship artists of the time, and the ones who made crossovers into the mainstream charts. Good friends and good chat!

Episode 86 - Metallica

Ryann Bradley and I take a trip through the career of Metallica in the '90's. The ups and downs, the Napster dilemma, The "Cunning Stunts Tour" shocker, his experiences meeting the band and other celebrity encounters, and more. Be warned: I LOVE "Load" and "Re-Load", and if you hate them, I will fight you!

Episode 85 - Tiffany's album "New Inside"

Our friend Kendra and I do a song-by-song listen to pop star Tiffany's 1990 album "New Inside". A strong album with incredible songs. We reveal some of the details and stories that made this album happen, discuss the Diane Warren-penned ballad "Here In My Heart" and it's relation to AIDS hero Ryan White and the Gulf War, and talk about how radio demands songs in the 3:30 length range.