For Halloween, Roger invites his brother, comedian and veteran headbanger Jeff Stroop to join him for a look at the 1986 cinematic masterpiece Trick or Treat, about a rock singer who rises from the dead with the help of the wacky neighbor from Family Ties. It's scary good. The episode, not the movie.
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Saturday, September 23, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #138: July 26, 1975
Episode #138
This episode goes back to examine some CanUKUS charts from a summer in the heart of the 1970s. Includes discussion of songs by Freddy Fender, Glen Campbell, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Rubettes, The Dwight Twilley Band, Gwen McCrae and more. Go ahead and tell the grass, the trees, and any other plant you want to tell about this one.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episodes 136 & 137 - OMUNTURS Round 1 Part 3 and July 6, 1996
Episode #136
The two latest. First, the 90s Uneasy Rider Tournament continues with 32 more contenders to the title of the decade's most unusual and atypical hit. Then, we go back 27 years to find out what was big in the century's last Olympic summer.
Sunday, August 6, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #135: June 22, 1980
This time Roger looks at the hits of the summer the Empire struck back. He covers songs by Saxon, The Blues Brothers, Splodgenessabounds, Teenage Head, the B-52s, Robbie Dupree and more. And he also reminds you of the correct way to pronounce Cockburn.
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Thursday, August 3, 2023
The OMUNTURS: Round One, Part 2
THE MOTHER STANDS FOR COMFORT BOWL
"Dear Mama," 2Pac, 1995
vs. "A Song for Mama," Boyz II Men, 1997
FINAL SCORE: Dear 35, Song 10. 2Pac's side had more toughness and grit, and so they dominated the Boyz. But the losers are more lovers than fighters anyway, so they were just happy to go home with the cheerleaders.
THE WE'RE ALL GOD'S CHILDREN BOWL
"Jesus to a Child," George Michael, 1996
vs. "Butterfly Kisses," Raybon Bros., 1997
FINAL SCORE: Butterfly 48, Jesus 6. It was a dominant performance by the Raybons, who played without helmets in order to employ their unique blocking and tackling techniques. George took the loss hard, but he took comfort in the fact that he has more contenders in the tournament.
THE ME AND MY DAD, IT'S COMPLICATED BOWL
"Oh Father," Madonna, 1990
vs. "The Last Song," Elton John, 1993
FINAL SCORE; Last 20, Father 10. Both teams played defensively, but Elton's team were inspired when a familiar face showed up in the stands in the fourth quarter. Madonna's dad took his seat around the same time, but his presence seemed to have the opposite effect.
THE BIG QUESTION BOWL
"Counting Blue Cars," Dishwalla, 1996
vs. "One of Us," Joan Osborne, 1996
FINAL SCORE: One 31, Cars 27. This was a close one, with both teams making some divinely inspired plays. But Osborne's team got the win with a late touchdown by an unathletic-looking guy they convinced their opponents might be unstoppable. The Dishwallas decided not to even try, instead bowing to him as he walked into the end zone. After the game, the One squad received a phone call from a number with a Vatican City area code.
THE MY RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST BOWL
"Personal Jesus," Depeche Mode, 1990
vs. "Jesus He Knows Me," Genesis, 1992
FINAL SCORE; Personal 41, Knows 21. The Mode made the Genesis team believers with a pounding attack. The Knows blamed their loss on their fans not buying enough merch.
THE DIVINE GUIDANCE BOWL
"Pray," MC Hammer, 1990
vs. "Place in This World," Michael W. Smith, 1991
FINAL SCORE: Pray 45, Place 8. From the opening kickoff, it was Hammer time, as the Pray boys rode fancy footwork and a playbook partially borrowed from Prince to an easy victory. Smith's squad continues to look for their life's purpose after learning that winning this tournament wasn't it.
THE GOD ONLY KNOWS BOWL
"Praying for Time," George Michael, 1990
vs. "From a Distance," Bette Midler, 1990
FINAL SCORE: Time 34, Distance 12. God may have stopped keeping score, but the scoreboard operator kept at it, and the result was a bounceback win for Mr. Michael. All of Midler's points came from field goals, because they could only see the end zone...from a distance.
THE THIS MIGHT NOT BE WHAT IT SOUNDS LIKE BOWL
"Losing My Religion," REM, 1991
vs. "One," U2, 1992
FINAL SCORE: Losing 28, One 10.
THE SOULFUL SEARCHING BOWL
"Tennessee," Arrested Development, 1992
vs. "Praise You," Fatboy Slim, 1999
FINAL SCORE: Tennessee 42, Praise 17
THE MOURN YOU TILL I JOIN YOU BOWL
"Gangsta Lean," DRS, 1994
vs. "Tha Crossroads," Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, 1996
FINAL SCORE: Crossroads 33, Gangsta 14
THE SEEKING ORDER IN CHAOS BOWL
"Crazy," Seal, 1991
vs. "Flood," Jars of Clay, 1996
FINAL SCORE: Crazy 24, Flood 17.
THE LOOKING UP BOWL
"Between You and Me," DC Talk, 1996
vs. "On and On," Erykah Badu, 1997
FINAL SCORE: On 52, Between 14.
THE NEVER FEAR, MJ'S HERE BOWL
"Black Or White," Michael Jackson, 1991
vs. "Heal the World," Michael Jackson, 1993
THE DROPPING DEEP THOUGHTS AND NAMES BOWL
"Man on the Moon," REM, 1993
vs. "You Get What You Give," New Radicals, 1999
FINAL SCORE: Moon 38, Give 17.
THE UNDER ALL THE HAIR, WE CARE BOWL
"Something to Believe In," Poison, 1990
vs. "Livin' on the Edge," Aerosmith, 1993
FINAL SCORE: Believe 34, Edge 10
THE SO LONG, CHECKPOINT CHARLIE BOWL
"Right Here Right Now," Jesus Jones, 1991
vs. "Wind of Change," Scorpions, 1991
FINAL SCORE: Wind 26, Right 17.
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #134: June 4, 1977
The latest episode goes back to the summer of Star Wars and The Queen's Silver Jubilee. Roger looks at hits by John Miles, April Wine, Peter Gabriel, Carole Bayer Sager, Joe Tex, Kenny Rogers and more. This episode will teach you the true meaning of "Mah Na Mah Na."
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episodes 132 & 133: May 3, 1986 & May 18, 1991
Two shows looking at charts from Mays gone by. The first one covers songs by Little Richard, Double, Sly Fox, Cliff Richard and the Young Ones, Dan Seals, The Outfield and more. The second includes talk of hits by Londonbeat, Joni Mitchell, Luther Vandross, The Rembrandts, Color Me Badd, Glass Tiger and others. You were Born Free, so have A Good Heart and give these a listen.
YouTube playlist for #132: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDWLXjsOJPQnjuMzsegpVVeFsPkcJq6eR
YouTube playlist for #133: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDWLXjsOJPQkblx4RoosMEdD1_UCCLgM7
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Saturday, June 10, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #131: Turn On Tune In Rock Out #13 - The Carpenters: Space Encounters
This time Roger watches a 1978 special where Karen and Richard are visited by aliens who need their help to bring music to their planet. John Davidson and Suzanne Somers play the aliens, because why not. And if you decide to subscribe to the show on Patreon, you'll get a bonus episode about people hearing Carpenters hits for the first time on YouTube. Whether it's a rainy day, a Monday, or any other day, this is a fun one.
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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
OMYAM Podcast Bonus Microdose Episode: Fear Grips Saturday Night Live
Bonus Microdose
While I work on my next Turn On Tune In Rock Out episode, enjoy this previously Patreon-only Microdose episode about one fateful Halloween when John Belushi brought his new punk buddies to his old stomping grounds. Obviously everyone was on their best behavior, and I tell you all about it. And if you like what you hear, you can get more like it, including a new one coming very soon, by subscribing to the Old Man Yells at Music Patreon. This one is as tasty as beef bologna.
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Fear on SNL:
Friday, May 19, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #130: April 20, 1974
In this one Roger looks at CANUKUS charts from a week in a mid-70s spring. Includes discussions of hits by Maria Muldaur, Genesis, Barbra Amesbury, Limmie and Family Cookin', Redbone, The Glitter Band and more.
No hamsters were eaten during the making of this episode.
Sunday, May 7, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #129: April 1, 1995
Episode #129
This episode goes back 28 years to look at the hits of a mid-90s spring. Songs covered include tunes by Rymes with Orange, Corona Leftfield, Live, Hootie and the Blowfish, Susan Aglukark, Montell Jordan and more.
Listen to this beautiful episode, boo.
Monday, April 24, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #128: March 20, 1982
This week Roger goes back to the spring of 1982 to look at the hot music of the month Julie Andrews was impersonating a woman on the big screen (yes, you read that right). Songs covered include hits by Alabama, Soft Cell, Quarterflash, Vangelis, Julio Iglesias, Diana Ross, Josie Cotton and more. The YouTube playlist with all the covered songs and more is here, the link to my Patreon is here, and my Linktree is here. So come on, take your time and listen to this episode.
Monday, April 3, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #127: February 28, 1970 with guest co-host Lynda Quigg
Roger welcomes his first guest co-host, his favorite singer and vocal teacher. He loved her so much he married her! Lynda adds her distinct perspective to discussion of hits by Mama Cass, The Archies, The Jaggerz, Herman’s Hermits, Joe South, Brook Benton and more. The YouTube playlist is here, the Patreon link is here, and the Linktree is here. Listen to this one and feel the love.
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episodes #125 & #126: January 31, 1981 and February 14, 1998
Two chart episodes, 17 years apart. Includes discussions of hits by Robert Palmer, the Specials, Leo Sayer, Neil Diamond, Air Supply, The Wild Strawberries, Sister Hazel, The Philosopher Kings, Lisa Loeb, Catatonia and more. YouTube playlists are here and here, Patreon is here, and Linktree is here. These shows are for teachers, doctors, jazz singers, party girls, and even those who do nothing.
Sunday, February 12, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #124: The OMUNTURS - Round 1, Part 2
The second round of the 90s Uneasy Rider Tournament plays out in this episode. Matchups include 2Pac vs. Boyz II Men, Madonna vs. Elton John, Dishwalla vs. Joan Osbourne, REM vs. U2, George Michael vs. Bette Midler, Poison vs. Aerosmith, and Michael Jackson vs....Michael Jackson. See and hear the competitors on YouTube here, subscribe to the Patreon here, and get all my links on Linktree here. Reach out and touch this episode.
Monday, January 30, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #123: January 14, 1978
This one looks at the hit 45s of 45 years ago. Roger looks at songs by the Carpenters, Steely Dan, Chic, High Inergy, The Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band, Bob Welch and more. Watch more on YouTube here, check out the Patreon here, and the Linktree here. Enjoy this Top Ranking episode, especially those of you who are keeping me on the South African chart.
Friday, January 13, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #122: December 26, 1992
Saturday, January 7, 2023
The OMYAM Podcast Episode #121: December 9, 1989
This episode goes back to the last month of the 80s. Songs covered include hits by Van Morrison, Tracy Chapman, Tom Petty, Kate Bush, Lee Aaron, The Stone Roses, Technotronic and more. The YouTube playlist is here, Patreon link is here, and Linktree is here. Pump up this podcast, it is genuine gold.
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