60 Songs That Explain the '90s
First came '60 Songs That Explain the '90s.' (We did that.) Then came '60 Songs That Explain the '90s: The 2000s.' (We're doing that now—and yes, that's the actual name.) But whether you want to jump back to the Clinton years or join us as we reboot our old iPods, you can find all of the collected works of Rob Harvilla below. Come back each Wednesday for a new episode.
Latest episodes
Nov 9, 2022 • 1h 28min
“It Was a Good Day”—Ice Cube
Rob dives into the world of N.W.A. and gangsta rap, looking back at Ice Cube’s more peaceful hit, “It Was A Good Day.” Along the way, he finds time to reminisce on his life as an RA in college.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Van LathanProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Productional Support: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 2, 2022 • 1h 26min
“Goodbye Earl”—The Chicks
Rob is back to dive into the empowering anthem that is “Goodbye Earl,” along with the impact of the Chicks and other women in country music.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Amanda ShiresProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 26, 2022 • 1h 50min
“Walk”—Pantera
Bring your electric guitars and join us as Rob dives into the world of heavy metal when taking a look back at Pantera’s certified head smasher, “Walk.” Later, Sean Fennessy joins the show to discuss what ‘Extreme Championship Wrestling’ has to do with Pantera.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Sean FennessyProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 17, 2022 • 1h 28min
"Zombie”—The Cranberries
What do ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,’ The Smiths, and Rob’s lack of basketball skill have to do with the Irish rock band the Cranberries and their 1994 hit “Zombie”? Press play to find out as Rob deep dives on the song and the impact of lead singer Dolores O'Riordan.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Shadrach KabangoProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 10, 2022 • 1h 33min
“Firestarter”—The Prodigy
Rob celebrates the song “Firestarter” while looking back at the electronic band the Prodigy. While contextualizing the band, he also discusses the backlash surrounding their song “Smack My Bitch Up.”Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Jeremy D LarsonProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAudio Intern: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 3, 2022 • 1h 28min
“Together Again”—Janet Jackson
Rob looks back at the house-influenced 1997 pop hit that is “Together Again.” Along the way, he highlights the sensational career of pop icon Janet Jackson, and some of her best laughs on songs.Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: DJ Louie XIVProducer: Justin SaylesAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAudio Intern: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 27, 2022 • 1h 34min
“In Circles”—Sunny Day Real Estate
Rob reminisces about late-night video game binges with his band and explores Sunny Day Real Estate's enigmatic nature, impact on the emo genre, and influential song 'In Circles'. The podcast also discusses the significance of Jeremy Enigk's voice, a memorable rock concert proposal, and the influence of American Football in the emo music scene.
Jul 20, 2022 • 1h 35min
“Sabotage”—Beastie Boys
Rob dives into the Beastie Boys' evolution from frat boy rap group to enlightened men while he looks back at the anthem that is “Sabotage.”Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Jane CoastonProducers: Justin Sayles and Devon RenaldoAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 13, 2022 • 1h 30min
“Closer”—Nine Inch Nails
Rob reminisces about the first time he heard “Closer” by Nine Inch Nails, the state of industrial rock during that time, and his deep love for Trent Reznor.Host: Rob HarvillaGuests: William Hutson and Jonathan Snipes from .clippingProducers: Justin Sayles and Devon RenaldoAssociate Producer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 29, 2022 • 1h 25min
“Real Love”—Mary J. Blige
Rob explores the making of Mary J. Blige and Method Man’s “I’ll Be There For You / You’re All I Need,” the pain in Mary’s music and real life, and much more when looking back at “Real Love.”Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Leslie StreeterProducers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin SaylesAudio Intern: Kai Grady Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
