60 Songs That Explain the '90s “Iris”—Goo Goo Dolls
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Jan 31, 2024 The podcast explores the movie 'High Fidelity' and its relatability, focusing on power-pop songs by Matthew Sweet, the Knack, and Material Issue. The hosts discuss the emotional impact of 'Iris' by the Goo Goo Dolls and share personal experiences of creating mixtapes for crushes. They also delve into the concept of dad rock, compare soundtracks of 'City of Angels' and 'The Crow: City of Angels,' and express their love for 90s music.
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Early DVD Collection
- Rob Harvilla owned four DVDs: High Fidelity, Gross Point Blank, The Royal Tenenbaums, and Amelie.
- His friends compared him to the character Rob in High Fidelity, which he initially saw as flattering.
High Fidelity Screening
- Rob Harvilla attended a High Fidelity screening with John Cusack.
- He considered asking Cusack about the awkward relatability of the main character, Rob.
Power Pop and Yearning
- Power pop singers often don't get the girls they sing about.
- The yearning and futility in their music are relatable.