Dope Nostalgia

Back To BLOCKCON - The Jean Jacket Girls

A Dope Nostalgia Series where we relive the magic of the first ever New Kids On The Block convention, held in Chicago in May 2023.

 

The Jean Jacket Girls, Amy and Tonya are sisters who recount their amazing time at BLOCKCON this year.

Episode 177 - Jimmy Ray

"Are You Jimmy Ray?" was a massive hit for England's Jimmy Ray, back in 1997. Jimmy joins me on the show, and we talk about the song, the album, the dancers, and A LOT about guitars. He's a talented musician, and when he appeared as a guest on The Rosie O'Donnell Show, guaranteed she thought he was a "cutie patootie"! 

Back To BLOCKCON - IYKYK Twins

A Dope Nostalgia Series where we relive the magic of the first ever New Kids On The Block convention, held in Chicago in May 2023. 

The first guests are Kim and Kris, the IYKYK Twins!

Episode 176 - Livin’ Joy

My guest is Eurodance act Livin' Joy's talented lead vocalist, Tameko Star! 

Episode 175 - Less Than Jake

We are going pop/punk this week, talking Less Than Jake with the host of Friend Request Podcast, Justin Lamb! 

Episode 174 - Wayne’s World Soundtrack

Jedi Jimmy, Kendra, and Tahiti Treat vodka join me to do a LIVE on YouTube episode. We discuss the music of Wayne's World, a true classic movie of the '90's. 

Episode 173 - Sass Jordan

This is a bucket list conversation for me. My vocal hero, Sass Jordan, is the special guest. Canada's Queen of Rock! Sass shares about the latest live album, heartfelt memories of drummer Taylor Hawkins, vocal care, Joe Cocker, Canadian Idol judging, and I ask her what her ultimate self indulgent set list would be!

Episode 172 - Krystal Harris

Krystal's album "Me & My Piano" was the first record released by the Backstreet Boys' label back in 2001. She had her songs featured in TV and movies, and acted in shows such as "Touched By An Angel". Now Krystal Peterson, she joins me to chat about those days, the artistry of piano, starring in a music video with Anne Hathaway, meeting Whitney Houston, and more.

Episode 171 - Cathy Dennis

Joe Valenzuela is back to talk Cathy Dennis! She had a huge solo career in the early 90's with hits like "Just Another Dream", and now she's behind the scenes, writing HUGE hits like "I Kissed A Girl"! Joe and I also discuss CD longboxes, Jeremy Jordan, The 90210 Soundtrack, and buying a record player.

Episode 170 - The Cranberries

The host of "History Of The '90's" podcast Kathy Kenzora is my guest! She has one of the most successful history podcasts in Canada, and shares about her history in journalism and radio, as well as the hit show. We cover an artist that is important her, The Cranberries. With the tragic loss of singer Delores O'Riordan, there is much to remember, including a large catalogue of timeless Irish music.