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We've got money, and a little place to fight now. Rob Harvilla joins the show to discuss one of the White Stripes' biggest songs and most memorable music videos. Stuck all the way down at track 9 of 2003's Elephant , this song absolutely explodes off side 2 while Jack White tells the story of a young child who just can't find their place in a new family. Rob Harvilla hosts the incredible podcast 60 Songs That Explain The 90's ,. He is a senior staff writer at The Ringer and has been a professional rock critic for over two decades, writing for The Village Voice , SPIN , and Deadspin . Hosted and produced by Ryan Schaap Artwork: Catlin Likely Assistant Editorial Producer: Amanda Schultz Bonus content is available to our monthly backers at Patreon.com/hardestpodtopod Buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/hardestpodtopod LinkTree: linktr.ee/hardestpodtopod

What road trip songs get you pumped for your travels? Rob Harvilla has been a professional rock critic for 20+ years whose writing has appeared in Pitchfork, Spin, and Rolling Stone. He is also the host of the hugely popular podcast 60 Songs That Explain the ’90s and author of a book by the same name. In this episode, Rob shares his ultimate 90s road trip playlist along with a fun conversation about the inevitable intersection of music and travel. Rob shares his thoughts on how music embeds itself into our lives, the lost art of mixtapes, and how road trip playlists define our travels. Plus, we swap stories about the bands that made us fall in love with music in the first place. What song would you add to this list? Is there an album that instantly transports you back to a specific time and place? I'd love to hear what it is, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now Tune In To Learn: Why road trips and music are so deeply connected The power of nostalgia and how music imprints on our memories How the shift from physical albums to streaming changed the way we experience music The role of critics in shaping music culture What it was like to live through Brooklyn’s indie rock explosion in the 2000s How Rob picked the songs for 60 Songs That Explain the '90s (and why that number quickly expanded) If he could time travel to one concert in history, which show Rob would pick and why And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Visit Rob’s website Best Travel Songs of the 90’s Spotify playlist Want More? Top 10 Road Trip Albums With Jason Law from Festy GoNuts America’s Greatest Road Trip! Key West to Deadhorse: 9,000 Miles Across Backroad USA With Tom Cotter Life-Changing Trips, Interviewing Music Legends, Backpacking the World, and Fostering Transformative Connections with Tony Fletcher Thanks To Our Sponsors Unbound Merino - Use code ‘TRAVEL10’ to get 10% off your Unbound Merino order. Visit Baltimore - Start planning your visit to Charm City today! Harvest Hosts - Use code TRAVEL20 for 20% off your Harvest Hosts membership. Booking.com - Book your next stay and find exactly what you’re looking for

In this episode, we dive into the beginnings of D.C. hardcore with the Minor Disturbance EP by Teen Idles. This is the very first release on Dischord Records and a flashpoint for a new musical movement. Clocking in at just over ten minutes, this ferocious debut from four D.C. high schoolers helped launch an entire scene, complete with fast riffs, hand-drawn Xs, and a new ethos of DIY independence. We’re joined by music writer and podcast host Rob Harvilla ( 60 Songs That Explain the 90s and the 2000s ) to explore how Minor Disturbance laid the groundwork for what would become one of the most influential punk communities in the world. Together, we unpack the band’s Bad Brains-fueled inspiration, their role in the rise of straight edge, and how this short, sharp record managed to say so much with so little. This episode centers around the 1980 EP that started it all... from the Wilson High School hallways to Inner Ear Studios and eventually into punk history. Tune in as we trace the energy, ideology, and legacy of the Teen Idles. Go Further: Dischord Records – Teen Idles Dischord Records – Minor Disturbance EP 60 Songs That Explain the 90s & the 2000s Dance of Days by Mark Andersen and Mark Jenkins Follow Us: Social Media: @dcrockpod Email: dcrockpod@gmail.com Philip Basnight – Broke Royals Alex Vidales – StageCraft Rob Harvilla – The Ringer Artwork by Rebecca Basnight Sponsor: Get 10% off New Columbia Record Club with checkout code DCROCKS

Roderick and Don welcome on the man, the myth, the legend himself - music writer and podcast royalty - ROB HARVILLA! If you don't know, Rob hosts the "60 songs..." podcasts and recently released the book 60 Songs That Explain The 90's . We're beyond honored to have him on the pod to talk about some thicc, nasty bass lines! 🎧 Mixtape Link Our Stuff👇👇 👕 Merch Store! ⁠Follow us on instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@howtomakeamixtapepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ See bonus material on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can help us out a lot by giving us some money, c'mon do it. Don't be stingy! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support this podcast!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ad Stuff 👇👇 This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Little Gimmicks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Mention HTMMT and get 10% off your sticker order! @little.gimmicks ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Riverside.fm affiliate link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. How To Make A Mixtape does not own or claim any copyrights to songs used in this episode.

Once upon a time, Rob was a teenager in love. Specifically, he was in love with Stone Temple Pilots. He was also fond of his girlfriend, Jane. And when Rob and Jane found out that Stone Temple Pilots were playing nearby, they knew they had to see the show—even if it meant lying to their parents, with a key assist from Kevin Costner. Host: Brian Phillips Producers: Mike Wargon, Conor Nevins, and Vikram Patel Sound Design: Kaya McMullen Mixing and Mastering: Scott Somerville For more Rob Harvilla, check out his wonderful music podcast, ‘60 Songs That Explain the ’90s: The 2000s.’ There are many, many more stories about his childhood in this podcast. There’s a little bit about music, too. Possibly even a nugget or two about Kevin Costner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're taking a short break so we wanted to share this Best Of In the Demo podcast episode with you. This episode first aired on April 18, 2024. The nostalgia and ownership that younger generations feel toward the music and culture of the 90s is fascinating. In this episode of In The Demo, Farrah and her guest Rob Harvilla, host of the 60 Songs that Explain the '90s podcast, explore why the decade holds such a powerful allure for those who never experienced it firsthand. They discuss what accounts for this cross-generational appeal, from the mythologizing of the 90s in media to the enduring impact of the era's defining genres and artists. And they discuss how technology and cultural shifts of the past 30 years shaped the way listeners discover, consume, and connect with music, and what this tells us about the nostalgia and identity in the digital age. Resources 60 Songs that Explain the '90s New York Times “ Grunge: A Success Story ” Bandsplain The Oregon Trail Our Guest Rob Harvilla is the host of the podcast 60 Songs That Explain the '90s and a senior staff writer at The Ringer ; he's been a professional rock critic for 20-plus years with stops at the Village Voice, SPIN, Deadspin, and other alt-weeklies. Your Hosts Farrah Bostic is the founder and Head of Research & Strategy at The Difference Engine , a strategic insights consultancy. With over 20 years of experience turning audience insights into effective strategies for B2B and B2C companies, Farrah helps business leaders make big decisions across various industries. Learn more at thedifferenceengine.co and connect with Farrah on LinkedIn . Adam Pierno is an author, strategist, and managing director of brand strategy at Arizona State University. He is also the founder of Specific Branding and Research , where he helps brands understand customer habits and create effective growth strategies. With 25 years of experience, Adam has written two books on marketing. Discover more at adampierno.com and find Adam on LinkedIn . Stay Connected Website LinkedIn Newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr

Travel with us back to June 2023 as we talk all things Looney Tunes with the fantastic Rob Harvilla, host of 60 Songs That Explain the 90s, a really wonderful look at the songs that informed our lives (Leslie has been a guest 4 times, and you can find it all on Spotify). This conversation was a BLAST and you will love it. You can find Rob on Twitter at @harvilla, on Instagram at @robharvilla, and you can find his show at https://www.theringer.com/60-songs-that-explain-the-90s.

The nostalgia and ownership that younger generations feel toward the music and culture of the 90s is fascinating. In this episode of In The Demo, Farrah and her guest Rob Harvilla, host of the 60 Songs that Explain the '90s podcast, explore why the decade holds such a powerful allure for those who never experienced it firsthand. They discuss what accounts for this cross-generational appeal, from the mythologizing of the 90s in media to the enduring impact of the era's defining genres and artists. And they discuss how technology and cultural shifts of the past 30 years shaped the way listeners discover, consume, and connect with music, and what this tells us about the nostalgia and identity in the digital age. Resources 60 Songs that Explain the '90s New York Times “ Grunge: A Success Story ” Bandsplain The Oregon Trail Our Guest Rob Harvilla is the host of the podcast 60 Songs That Explain the '90s and a senior staff writer at The Ringer ; he's been a professional rock critic for 20-plus years with stops at the Village Voice, SPIN, Deadspin, and other alt-weeklies. Your Hosts Farrah Bostic is the founder and Head of Research & Strategy at The Difference Engine , a strategic insights consultancy. With over 20 years of experience turning audience insights into effective strategies for B2B and B2C companies, Farrah helps business leaders make big decisions across various industries. Learn more at thedifferenceengine.co and connect with Farrah on LinkedIn . Adam Pierno is an author, strategist, and managing director of brand strategy at Arizona State University. He is also the founder of Specific Branding and Research , where he helps brands understand customer habits and create effective growth strategies. With 25 years of experience, Adam has written two books on marketing. Discover more at adampierno.com and find Adam on LinkedIn . Stay Connected Website: inthedemopodcast.com LinkedIn: In the Demo Podcast Newsletter: inthedemo.substack.com Sign up for our newsletter to receive exclusive content, episode highlights, and behind-the-scenes insights delivered to your inbox. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:g

Ringer music critic and host of 60 Songs That Explain the '90s Rob Harvilla returns to Pop Pantheon to discuss one of the most derided – and successful – pop acts of the 21st Century, The Black Eyed Peas. Louie and Rob trace the group’s roots as an optimistic, politically progressive “conscious rap” crew, starting with their first two pre-Fergie records, 1998’s Behind The Front and 2000’s Bridging the Gap . Then they tackle the Peas’ reinvention as a garish, craven, operatically tacky band peddling radio pop on 2003’s Elephunk and their doubling down on big-tent pop maximalism on 2005’s Monkey Business . Next, Louie and Rob chart the Peas’ ride into the rising EDM wave on 200’s The E.N.D. , their break-up, re-assembly and post-Fergie output. Finally, they rank the Black Eyed Peas in the Official Pop Pantheon. Join us next week where we'll be tackling the career of breakout Peas star, Fergie. Listen to Pop Pantheon's Black Eyed Peas Essentials Playlist on Spotify Join Pop Pantheon: All Access, Our Patreon Channel, for Exclusive Content and More Shop Merch in Pop Pantheon's Store Come to Gorgeous Gorgeous NYC on 2/3 at Sultan Room Come to Gorgeous Gorgeous LA on 2/17 at Los Globos Follow Rob Harvilla on Twitter Follow DJ Louie XIV on Instagram Follow DJ Louie XIV on Twitter Follow Pop Pantheon on Instagram Follow Pop Pantheon on Twitter Join Pop Pantheon: All Access, Our Patreon Channel, for Exclusive Content and More Shop Merch in Pop Pantheon's Store Follow Pop Pantheon on Instagram Follow DJ Louie XIV on Instagram Follow Russ on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan Mail Let's get nostalgic! The Ringer's Rob Harvilla joins the podcast to discuss his book and podcast 60 Songs That Explain the 90s. Need I say more? Come listen! Buy 60 Songs That Explain the 90s Listen to the 60 Songs That Explain the 90s Podcast Support the show

It’s Wednesday, which means Ryen’s got Hump Day Hoops! Could the Warriors' run finally be coming to a close (00:43)? What’s going on with Zion? The numbers are still good, but is he even the best player on his team? Plus, The Ringer’s own Rob Harvilla authored the book '60 Songs That Explain the '90s' and jumped on the pod to relive some '90s nostalgia (34:33). Plus, is one guy getting scammed into a trip to Hawaii on Life Advice (1:13:55)? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Rob Harvilla Producers: Cliff Augustin, Steve Ceruti, and Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author of 60 Songs that Explain the 90s Rob Harvilla joins Drew and Roth to explain the 90s. At the risk of sounding like old farts, there’s a lot of talk about how mixtapes really showed how much you liked a girl in middle school, Rico Suave, and the six cassette tapes that Rob owned as a teenager. But Rob doesn’t get off that easy, as he needs to explain the simmering hell that is being a Browns fan. And as always, we dive into the Funbag! Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0! Stuff We Talked About Buy Rob’s book! Sponsors - Uncommon Goods , where you can get 15% off your order at https://uncommongoods.com/distraction - Wildgrain , where you can get $30 off the first box plus free Croissants in every box using code DISTRACTION at Wildgrain.com/DISTRACTION Credits - Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth - Producer: Eric Silver - Editor: Brandon Grugle - Production Services & Ads: Multitude - Subscribe to Defector ! About The Show The Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Elastica burst onto the scene in 1995 with their highly acclaimed self-titled debut album, showcasing the band's distinctive blend of punk-inspired energy and catchy pop hooks. Elastica's minimalist sound and frontwoman Justine Frischmann's laid back vocals separated the band from their Britpop counterparts Blur, Suede, Oasis and Pulp. To help us revisit their freshman effort, we're joined by Rob Harvilla, host of the 60 Songs That Define the 90s podcast and his new corresponding book , out November 14th. Songs In This Episode Intro - Connection 27:09 - Car Song 35:05 - Blue 39:43 - Indian Song Outro - Line Up Support the podcast, join the DMO UNION at Patreon . Listen to the episode archive at DigMeOutPodcast.com.

Beth's friend Brian joins her as co-host to discuss the intense heat around the country and how he and his wife approached making new friends as adults. Then, Beth has a delightful conversation with Rob Harvilla about the best and worst of presidential campaign songs. TOPICS DISCUSSED Heat, Water, and Development Choices Rob Harvilla on Presidential Campaign Songs Outside of Politics: Making Friends as Adults Visit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did Jon Bon Jovi send out ’80s rock in a blaze of glory? Rob Harvilla from 60 Songs That Explain the '90s helps us answer this question, and talk all things “ Blaze of Glory ” from the 1990 film Young Guns II! Put on your leather vest and old man special effects make up, because we’re covering a song from everyone’s favorite New Jersey cowboy. Guest: Rob Harvilla Twitter: @harvilla │ Instagram: @robharvilla Support us on Patreon so we can grow the pod! www.patreon.com/thesongwillgoon Need more The Song Will Go On in your life? Follow us @thesongwillgoon on Twitter and Instagram, and check out www.thesongwillgoon.com .

Our guest this week is Rob Harvilla, host of the excellent Spotify podcast "60 Songs That Explain the 90s". We revisit some of the biggest hits of the decade and try to decipher which classic hit stands above them all. Check out Rob's Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/60-songs-that-explain-the-90s/id1635211340 Check out our Spotify playlist of most of the songs we mentioned in this episode https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1qPTN4Qhn1ow0S1g7DzFcj?si=6Ky8SCERRWOHkjH0Dr8YkQ&utm_source=copy-link Join us on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mastersofnoneshow For double the episodes plus the archives, join our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/mastersofnone

Host of the Podcast 60 Songs That Explain the '90s , The Ringer's Rob Harvilla, is back with DJ Louie to break down Taylor Swift's 10th studio album, Midnights , which dropped this past Friday. Louie and Rob set up Taylor's career and discography heading into this record before breaking down the lyrical motifs, recurrent themes and production choices on the album, what's working and not working for each of them, whether this record marks the end of one phase, the beginning of a new one, or some sort of static transitional moment, the Jack Antonoff of it all and so much more. Read Rob's review of Midnights on The Ringer Buy Pop Pantheon's New "Niche Legend" Dad Hat! Join the Pop Pantheon Discord! Follow DJ Louie XIV on Instagram Follow DJ Louie XIV on Twitter Follow Pop Pantheon on Instagram Follow Pop Pantheon on Twitter Follow Rob Harvilla on Twitter Join Pop Pantheon: All Access, Our Patreon Channel, for Exclusive Content and More Shop Merch in Pop Pantheon's Store Follow Pop Pantheon on Instagram Follow DJ Louie XIV on Instagram Follow Russ on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's new episode, Jonah and Vanessa welcome fellow Ohio native and host of Spotify's "60 Songs That Explain the 90s" Rob Harvilla to the podcast. They revisit their senior projects, which included organizing record bins, helping the community, and surfing the Internet. Jonah and Rob reminisce about their time working together at Alternative Press, including towers of promo CDs and their reviews of up-and-coming bands. Don't worry, they were nice and honest! Vanessa showcases her amazing Fred Durst impression as they navigate which song Limp Bizkit was known for performing. They discuss tablature music and their grunge band rankings, which leads to a discussion about their parents' collection of records from all genres of music. True Colors, Prince, Bob Dylan, Diana Ross and much much more. All this talk really gets the Bayers thinking about getting a record player. Sponsors, are your ears open?! We end the pod with a round of "Legit Moan or Unnecessary Groan?" where they review the Plain Dealer for complaints among the Greater Cleveland area including cable networks going to hell, unrealistic expectations of punctuality, and school deficit politics. You will not want to miss this music-filled episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Senior Staff Writer for The Ringer Rob Harvilla joins DJ Louie for a deep dive into foundational early MTV-era icon, Cyndi Lauper. First, Louie and Rob parse what made the early 1980s such a crystallizing moment for The Pop Star as we know it today and particularly the role MTV played in taking pop stardom 360°, making it a visual endeavor as much as a musical one. They then breakdown Cyndi’s rough-and-tumble upbringing in Queens and how it established her distinct star persona and voice, her stint as a cover band front-woman honing her skills as a canny interpreter of other people’s songs, and her first breakout attempt as the lead singer of erstwhile new wave band, Blue Angel. Next, they consider her seminal solo debut album, 1983’s She’s So Unusual , how she remade cover songs in her own image, the towering success of her first single “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” which both solidified her place in the pop canon but potentially became an albatross around her neck, as well as the versatility she displayed on her second hit, quintessential ‘80s power-ballad “Time After Time”’. Next, Rob and Louie examine Cyndi's successful sophomore album, 1986’s True Colors , how it cemented both her more overt activist bent and her status as an LGBTQIA+ icon, Cyndi’s third record, 1989’s A Night To Remember , which she’s since referred to as “A Night To Forget”, how she struggled to regain her commercial footing through the ‘90s and ‘00s despite releasing some of her best music and finally, her surprising late-career renaissance as the Tony-Award winning composer of the hit Broadway musical, Kinky Boots . Finally, Louie and Rob rank Cyndi Lauper in the official Pop Pantheon. Send questions about this episode, the pantheon, pop stars in general or whatever else is on your mind to PopPantheonPod@gmail.com! Join the Pop Pantheon Discord Tonight (1/20) at 8PM ET / 5PM PT ! Check Out Louie's Cyndi Lauper Essentials Playlist Follow DJ Louie XIV on Instagram Follow DJ Louie XIV on Twitter Follow Pop Pantheon on Instagram Follow Pop Pantheon on Twitter Follow Rob Harvilla on Twitter Join Pop Pantheon: All Access, Our Patreon Channel, for Exclusive Content and More Shop Merch in Pop Pantheon's Store Follow Pop Pantheon on Instagram Follow DJ Louie XIV on Instagram Follow Russ on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.