Did anyone seriously think a sequel to “Top Gun” was a good idea when you first heard about it a dozen years ago? Color us convinced in Tom Cruise’s vision now that we’ve seen the final, amazing product. Here’s our review of “Top Gun: Maverick.”
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Episode 636: Albums Turning 40 – The Clash and 38 Special
So many amazing albums were released 40 years ago in May 1982. This week, we honor two of them: “Special Forces” by 38 Special and “Combat Rock” by The Clash. Also, a review of the Cruel World music festival in Southern California.
Episode 635: ‘Iron Eagle’ soars with ’80s goodness
Who dares to call the movie ‘Iron Eagle’ a turkey? It’s full of ’80s music glory, some fun roles and lots of cheesy explosions. In other words, it could be the perfect ’80s movie.
Episode 634: No. 2 Hits of 1988 (Part 1)
We return to our “Close But No Cigar” series of songs that made it to No. 2 on the charts – but no further. This week’s show includes tunes by the Bangles, Pet Shop Boys and more. Special guest host Chuck Coverly returns!
Episode 633: Our Favorite ’80s Commercials
Those dreaded TV ad jingles! What’s the story behind them? Today we look at spots by Kellogg’s, Diet Coke, the Army and Nestles in part 3 of our commercial earworm series.
Episode 632: Changing Up the Hits from 1986
Remember the radio in 1986? Nonstop tunes from Lionel Richie, Pet Shop Boys, Dream Academy and Bananarama. But were those the “best” songs from those bands that year? This week’s episode changes up the songs we loved from that beloved year.