Posted on October 30, 2021
Song of the Day: Monster Mash
Today’s song is Monster Mash by Bobby “Boris” Pickett. Novelty. A classic staple from the early 60’s that works beautifully almost 60 years later. The best song about a mad scientist. Goofy as hell. I love every second of… Read More
Posted on October 29, 2021
Song of the Day: Ghostbusters
Today’s song is Ghostbusters by Ray Parker Jr. Dance Pop. Simple, melodic and sticks in your head like nothing else. The music video was a surreal oddity of rapid-fire celebrity cameos (it has Danny DeVito and John Candy). Mmm,… Read More
Posted on October 28, 2021
Song of the Day: Men in Black
Today’s song is Men in Black by Will Smith. Hip Hop/R&B. The hook is solid (sampled though), the rap lyrics are interesting and it references the whole film. Sets a fun tone (although a bit more nostalgic than… Read More
Posted on October 27, 2021
Song of the Day: Disturbia
Today’s song is Disturbia by Rihanna. Dance-pop. A solid hook, beautiful vocals and (only a few) dating elements. For that, and the aesthetic alone, it deserves the spotlight. The track focuses on confusion and anxiety, leading into the… Read More
Posted on October 26, 2021
Song of the Day: Banana Boat
Today’s song is Banana Boat by Harry Belafonte. Calypso/Mento. I couldn’t resist. These two songs are iconic staples of ‘possession’ in media. It’s the largest earworm that exists in my mind. Few things are ever as catchy. Lift… Read More
Posted on October 25, 2021
Song of the Day: Jump in the Line
Today’s song is Jump in the Line by Harry Belafonte. Calypso. Yeah, we all know what this song is most famously used in (“Sounds like Lydia got an “A” on the math test”). I thoroughly enjoy the theme… Read More
Posted on October 24, 2021
Song of the Day: Time Warp
Today’s song is Time Warp from the The Rocky Horror Picture Show Soundtrack. Dance/Parody. I’m a sucker for this one. Such a blast/bop. This track sets the mood perfectly. Equal parts goofy, atmospheric, upbeat and rocking. Anyone who doesn’t… Read More
Posted on October 23, 2021
Song of the Day: Abracadabra
Today’s song is Abracadabra by Steve Miller Band. Electronic rock. Yeah, it’s a interesting genre. Fair bit of variety with this one. This track is a mishmash of elements that either work wonderfully or are extremely surreal. For me,… Read More
Posted on October 22, 2021
Song of the Day: Don’t Go
Today’s song is Don’t Go by Yazoo. Synth Pop. This may sound like it was recorded in an alley, but it’s rather catchy. It has a great hook, memorable effects and screams early ’80’s like few things can…. Read More
Posted on October 21, 2021
Song of the Day: Run
Today’s song is Run by Awolnation. Alt rock. Yeah, most know this track because it became a meme. Whatever. This song is interesting. It takes a while to realize that the song is building up to that central… Read More
