Totally 80s and 90s Recall

When the Seattle explosion reshaped rock in the early 1990s, Alice in Chains stood apart from their peers. While bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam pulled heavily from punk and classic rock, Alice in Chains anchored their sound in doom-laden heavy metal riffs, down-tuned sludge, and unflinching thematic honesty. Led by Jerry Cantrell’s crushing guitar work and Layne Staley’s haunting, tortured vocals—paired with their trademark eerie harmonic unison—the group brought an unmatched visceral darkness to the grunge era. Hits from Facelift and Dirt defined a generation, proving that raw, vulnerable explorations of addiction and despair could shatter commercial charts. In this episode, Rob and Dave break down the band’s lasting impact on hard rock, alternative metal, and post-grunge history. They track the group's sonic evolution—from heavy mainstream breakthrough anthems like "Man in the Box" and "Would?" to acoustic masterworks like Jar of Flies. Stick around to see which tracks make the cut as Rob and Dave debate, rank, and assemble the ultimate top 10 essential Alice in Chains songs. Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show Playlists Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1SF337iOGk7S9jzql3LDmT?si=u7CY1W7vQg26IIR_3Cshww  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/alice-in-chains/pl.u-JPAZBqNtW5r8gY?ls  Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/acfoster/list/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week’s episode, Dave and Rob keep the decade-long rivalry alive as they face off over two landmark years in pop culture: 1988 and 1998. The guys open the debate by examining the Billboard Year-End Top 5 for both years. From 1988's juggernaut chart toppers—led by George Michael's massive crossover success, INXS, and hair-metal powerhouses like Guns N' Roses and Def Leppard—to 1998's dominant mix of R&B blockbusters like Next's "Too Close," soundtrack hits from Aerosmith, and classic pop hooks, we analyze which lineup holds up best today. Beyond the official numbers, Dave and Rob step up with their own curated picks to highlight the true personality of each era. Whether you side with the slick synths, hair metal anthems, and golden-era rap of late '80s radio or the alt-rock boom, teen pop renaissance, and hip-hop takeover of late '90s culture, this episode offers a heavy dose of nostalgia. Listen in to hear the arguments, vote for your favorite year, and see who takes home the trophy in the 1988 vs. 1998 Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show Playlists Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1OSJbbCMD4qjmx5fQXcbfF?si=V90Ux6JiSBC65rp7IXlt8g  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/1988-vs-1998/pl.u-11zBvb1SZmL1YD?ls  Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/acfoster/list/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to a special Halloween bonus episode of the show! In this exclusive Saturday drop, Rob and Dave step away from their regular Tuesday routine to deliver a spooktacular 15-track mixtape featuring the absolute best eerie, haunting, and party-ready tracks from the 1980s and 1990s. Whether you are hosting a costume party, handing out candy to trick-or-treaters, or just cruising around getting into the scary season spirit, this carefully curated playlist blends darkwave synths, classic horror themes, and heavy '90s alt-rock grooves guaranteed to set the perfect mood. Join the guys as they break down each nostalgic pick, sharing the background stories, film soundtrack connections, and production details behind these legendary spooky tracks. From danceable monster anthems like Oingo Boingo’s Dead Man's Party to dark cinema classics like Nick Cave’s Red Right Hand, this episode doubles as your go-to soundtrack guide for October 31st. Grab your favorite Halloween treat, hit play, and let Rob and Dave provide the ultimate throw-back mixtape for your spooky celebrations—and don't forget to catch our standard weekly episode dropping this coming Tuesday! Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show Playlists Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3P1b78jFLU87Enap56AQdh?si=ZL8R90H8QXWryab6AWgdoA  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/halloween-mix-tape/pl.u-aZb0Yb6tV4ar0B?ls  Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this 30th-anniversary retrospective, Dave, Rob, and Kurt slice through the legacy of Wes Craven’s 1996 slasher phenomenon, Scream. The guys re-examine how Kevin Williamson’s sharp, sub-genre-aware screenplay injected fresh blood into an exhausted 1990s horror landscape by weaponizing the rules of cinema against its own characters. From Drew Barrymore’s legendary opening sequence—which set a new standard for suspense and misdirection—to the killer casting of Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and Matthew Lillard, the team breaks down what made Woodsboro's original nightmare an instant pop-culture juggernaut. Beyond the body count, the hosts dissect Scream's enduring impact on modern self-referential horror and its ripple effect across movie franchises three decades later. Dave, Rob, and Kurt debate where the original ranks within the entire slasher canon, discuss their favorite Ghostface calls, and evaluate how well the killer reveal holds up under a 2020s lens. Whether you're a seasoned horror diehard or testing your horror trivia knowledge for the first time, tune in to hear if the 1996 classic still delivers the ultimate scare. Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/acfoster/list/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fire up the dial-up internet and dust off your CD collection—we’re throwing it back to the late 90s for a full tribute to MTV's TRL! Hosts Rob and Dave welcome Kurt along with pop-culture connoisseurs Alix and Allyson from Nostalgia Nerds to talk about the golden age of afternoon music television. We revisit the electric energy of the Times Square studio, unpacking why this daily countdown captured the hearts of teenagers across the country and reshaped the entire music industry landscape. The gang breaks down the anatomy of the iconic top 10 daily videos, reflecting on how voting felt like a high-stakes sport and how the show helped launch the careers of the era's biggest superstars. We also shine a spotlight on Carson Daly’s effortless hosting style, examining how his chill demeanor held together the live, unpredictable chaos of screaming fans, celebrity guest visits, and music video debuts. Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show Playlists: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/45xBATT8ptdOFYruKw3HbU?si=Bta0YOGxSHKXAXcZSBymUQ  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/trl-1999/pl.u-JPAZBAVIW5r8gY?ls  Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

35 years after its release in 1991, The Silence of the Lambs remains a towering benchmark in psychological thriller history. This week, Dave, Rob, and Kurt take a deep dive into Jonathan Demme’s masterpiece to examine how it swept the "Big Five" Academy Awards and redefined the modern cinematic villain. From the iconic, spine-chilling dynamic between Jodie Foster’s Clarice Starling and Anthony Hopkins’ Dr. Hannibal Lecter to the eerie procedural tension that drives the plot, the trio unpacks why this horror-thriller hybrid continues to captivate and unsettle audiences decades later. Beyond the unforgettable performances, the crew explores the technical craft that makes the film so enduringly effective. They discuss the immersive cinematography, the haunting score, and how Demme used extreme close-ups to force the viewer directly into Clarice’s shoes. Whether you're revisiting Hannibal Lecter’s cell for the hundredth time or reflecting on its legacy as one of cinema’s greatest thrillers, join Dave, Rob, and Kurt as they dissect what makes The Silence of the Lambs a timeless cinematic achievement. Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/acfoster/list/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's episode, Dave and Rob step into the ring for another classic decade duel, breaking down two defining years in music history: 1987 and 1997. The guys kick off the debate by dissecting the Billboard Year-End Top 5 for each era. From 1987’s pop-rock peaks—featuring hits like The Bangles’ "Walk Like an Egyptian" and Whitney Houston’s "I Wanna Dance with Somebody"—to 1997’s massive cultural shifts dominated by Elton John’s record-breaking tribute, Puff Daddy, and Jewel, we analyze which year brought the stronger chart toppers to the table. Beyond the charts, Dave and Rob each pitch their personal hand-picked favorites that showcase the true soul of these years. Whether you favor the glam, synth, and soaring power ballads of the late '80s or the alt-rock, R&B, and hip-hop revolution of the late '90s, this episode delivers a trip down memory lane. Tune in to hear the arguments, vote on your favorite year, and find out who takes home the trophy in the 1987 vs. 1997 showdown! Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show  Playlists: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1JzvoonpY4lgxPHS3KdXMb?si=7yD2I5-0T4evhDPU41_zdg  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/1987-vs-1997/pl.u-76oN9o3FNz2Y05?ls  Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's episode, Dave takes the wheel and curates a nostalgia-fueled tracklist straight from the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks charts. To keep things interesting, Rob is stepping into the booth completely blind—hearing Dave’s selections for the very first time. The challenge is simple: Dave picks one Top 10 chart-topper from the week of September 29th for every single year of the 1990s, forcing Rob to react in real-time, guess the tracks, and break down the distinct production trends, riffs, and cultural shifts defining each specific year. As the duo spins through the ten-track playlist, the episode doubles as a time capsule for one of rock's most dynamic decades. From the late-eighties holdovers and grunge explosion of the early '90s to the post-grunge, pop-punk, and electronic-fused rock boom late in the decade, you'll hear raw, candid commentary on how alt-rock captured the zeitgeist. Tune in to see how many tracks Rob can identify on the spot, reminisce over classic radio favorites, and join the debate on which year in the 1990s truly owned the late-September airwaves Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show  Playlists: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3veQoqyEspCQQoytrHTcXz?si=b-ray7W_RJemx7D-oXqybA  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/90s-billboard-rock-hits-vol-2/pl.u-JPAZB0ZuW5r8gY?ls  Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Dave, Rob, and Kurt fire up the time machine and head back to 1996 to re-examine Doug Liman and Jon Favreau’s indie break-out hit, Swingers. The guys dive deep into the movie that catapulted Jon Favreau and Vince Vaughn into stardom, breaking down its sharp, fast-talking script, memorable LA lounge aesthetic, and surprisingly enduring heart. From the agonizing cringe of Mike’s answering machine meltdown to the slick confidence of Trent’s infamous pep talks, the hosts dissect how the film captured a very specific mid-90s cultural moment and the anxieties of twenty-something ambition. Beyond the pop-culture catchphrases and swing-revival soundtrack, the trio looks at Swingers through a modern lens to see if it remains "so money" nearly three decades later. Tune in as Dave, Rob, and Kurt swap their favorite lines, talk about the legendary cast—including Ron Livingston and Heather Graham—and debate whether this film stands as the ultimate buddy-comedy snapshot of post-breakup survival. Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show   Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/acfoster/list/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1990 was a massive transition year in music. The hair metal and synth-pop of the late 80s were handing the mic over to new jack swing, dance-pop, hip-hop, and big movie power ballads. With 26 distinct #1 hits throughout the year, the competition was fierce. This week, we welcomed special guests Brad & Giff (Pop Culture Yearbook) and Jim (Children of the 80s) for a 5-round fantasy music draft. We each select 5 songs to build the best mini-tracklist of 1990, debating which tracks are timeless masterpieces and which ones should have stayed in 1990. Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show Playlists: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3rmympUatIKKfPFivtd6Xe?si=YuWOFGoXR1qi0duvMk20ig  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/1990-1-hits-draft/pl.u-76oN9JBFNz2Y05?ls    Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: [email protected]  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.