60 Songs That Explain the '90s

The Ringer
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Nov 3, 2021 • 1h 9min

Celine Dion—“My Heart Will Go On”

Guest Leslie Gray Streeter and host Rob Harvilla discuss Celine Dion's powerful singing style and her unapologetic attitude towards her music. They explore the enduring influence of 'My Heart Will Go On', Celine Dion's background and career, and her emotional connection with fans through her music. The podcast also touches on the speaker's experience covering Celine Dion and attending one of her spectacular concerts in Las Vegas.
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Oct 27, 2021 • 59min

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony—“Tha Crossroads”

Rob explores Cleveland rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s hit “Tha Crossroads” by discussing the origins of the quintet, their innovative musical style, and the power of singing about grief.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Israel DaramolaProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Lani Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 20, 2021 • 1h 10min

Blink-182—“What’s My Age Again?”

Rob explores punk royalty Blink-182’s “What’s My Age Again?” by discussing the band’s unapologetic celebration of immaturity, their musical influences, and what so-called selling out meant for rock artists during that era.This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Dan OzziProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 13, 2021 • 56min

Billy Ray Cyrus—“Achy Breaky Heart”

Rob explores Billy Ray Cyrus’s smash hit “Achy Breaky Heart” by discussing the new traditionalist movement in country music and how it affected Cyrus’s career.This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Holly GleasonProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Oct 6, 2021 • 1h 6min

Aaliyah—“One in a Million”

Rob explores R&B sensation Aaliyah’s hit single “One in a Million” by discussing her meteoric rise to pop stardom at an early age, her innovative musical style, and her legacy.This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Kelefa SannehProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sep 29, 2021 • 1h 2min

R.E.M.—“Nightswimming”

Rob explores alternative rock band R.E.M.’s piano ballad “Nightswimming” by discussing the band’s musical journey and their songs’ frequent lack of lyrical coherence.This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Jay Caspian KangProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sep 22, 2021 • 58min

Outkast—“Rosa Parks”

Rob explores legendary hip-hop duo Outkast’s hit “Rosa Parks” by discussing their deep roots in Atlanta and the change they brought to the then-bicoastal rap landscape.This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Jewel WickerProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sep 15, 2021 • 58min

Tori Amos — “Cornflake Girl”

Tori Amos's hit 'Cornflake Girl' is explored, discussing her performing talent, unique artistry, and tense relationship with the press. The episode delves into her cover songs, the impact of Kurt Cobain's death, media misrepresentation, and Tori Amos's dedicated fanbase. It also explores her musical style, the message of betrayal in 'Corn Flake Girl,' and the impact of Tori Amos and Fiona Apple in the music industry.
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Sep 8, 2021 • 1h 12min

Oasis—“Wonderwall”

Rob explores Britpop icon Oasis’s enduring megahit “Wonderwall” by discussing the Gallagher brothers’ notoriously contentious relationship and the band’s place in the lineage of British rock.This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Steven HydenProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jul 28, 2021 • 1h 6min

Boyz II Men—“End of the Road”

Rob explores the legendary R&B quartet Boyz II Men’s record-smashing single “End of the Road” by discussing the group’s universal appeal, their unprecedented success, and the massive footprint they left on the music industry.This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Keith MurphyProducers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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