Podcast veterans Sliiiiip and MEGAMIXDOTCOM return to the world of music with their latest show, the Super Hits Podcast. This time around, the pals bring you a different retro single every week!
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2024
Super Hits Episode 170: The Proclaimers – “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)”
In Manitoba, “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” has been a staple song at socials and Folkorama’s Pavilion of Scotland for decades. Join the pals as they take a look at the Proclaimers and their quirky 1988 single that hit big in 1993 after being featured in a terrible movie.
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Super Hits Episode 169: The Smashing Pumpkins – “1979”
It’s an alternative rock explosion this week on the Super Hits Podcast! Come hang down with the freaks and ghouls as the fellas take an in-depth look at the Smashing Pumpkins’ 1996 hit “1979.”
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Super Hits Episode 168: Cutting Crew – “(I Just) Died In Your Arms”
Did you know that the Super Hits crew absolutely love to sing along to Cutting Crew’s 1986 smash “(I Just) Died In Your Arms?” Find out why on this ridiculous episode.
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Super Hits Episode 167: M|A|R|R|S – “Pump Up The Volume”
M|A|R|R|S was an ill-fated collaboration by two British groups that somehow managed to spawn a song that topped the charts in multiple counties. “Pump Up The Volume” was a landmark track in the development of British house music and music sampling and the fellas break it all down for you on this magnetic episode.
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Super Hits Episode 166: Trans-X – “Living On Video”
Stop! The Super Hits pals are joined by Ted for another raucous episode of the show. This week, Canadian synth pop project Trans-X is front and centre as the crew tackles the group’s futuristic hit “Living On Video.”
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Super Hits Episode 165: Philip Bailey & Phil Collins – “Easy Lover”
In 1984, Earth, Wind & Fire vocalist Philip Bailey was joined by pop behemoth Phil Collins to record “Easy Lover” – a fantastic song that achieved tremendous success around the world. Special Boy Ted once again joins the Super Hits crew to break it all down for you.
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Super Hits Episode 164: Toto – “Africa”
Soft rock giants Toto are in the Super Hits spotlight this week as the fellas are once again joined by friend of the show Ted to discuss the band’s monster 1982 hit “Africa.”
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Super Hits Episode 163: Jimmy Ray – “Are You Jimmy Ray?”
Are ya dangerous? The Super Hits Podcast’s official Special Boy Ted joins the show to discuss British rockabilly wannabe Jimmy Ray and his 1997 surprise hit “Are You Jimmy Ray?”
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Super Hits Episode 162: Enya – “Orinoco Flow”
Sail away with the Super Hits crew on this week’s episode of the podcast as the fellas discuss Enya and her surprise 1988 hit “Orinoco Flow.”
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Super Hits Episode 161: Live – “Lightning Crashes”
Like a rolling thunder chasing the wind, it’s a mid-tempo alt rock party this week on the Super Hits Podcast. Join the pals as they discuss the band Live and their 1994 single “Lightning Crashes.”
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Super Hits Episode 160: Duran Duran – “The Reflex”
Duran Duran were music video vanguards in the early 80s, but the visual treatment for their 1984 single “The Reflex” falls flat with the Super Hits crew. Isn’t that bizarre? Take a listen to learn more!
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Super Hits Episode 159: The Chicago Bears Shufflin’ Crew – “The Super Bowl Shuffle”
The Super Bowl is in five days, so get yourself prepared by learning about the Chicago Bears’ audacious 1985 charity single “The Super Bowl Shuffle.” From the terrible rapping to the questionable dancing, the fellas break it all down for you on this hard-hitting episode.
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Super Hits Episode 158: Paul McCartney feat. Stevie Wonder – “Ebony And Ivory”
In 1982, two legends teamed up to create one of pop music’s greatest disasters – and it still hit #1 all over the world. Join the Super Hits crew as they tear apart the awful “Ebony And Ivory.”
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Super Hits Episode 157: April Wine – “Just Between You And Me”
Canadian classic rockers April Wine make their Super Hits debut as the fellas take a look at their 1981 ballad “Just Between You And Me,” which was a top 30 hit here and in the US.
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Super Hits Episode 156: Digital Underground – “The Humpty Dance”
The Bay Area’s Digital Underground were students of the P Funk movement who crafted some of the most unique hip hop of the early 90s. “The Humpty Dance” was their biggest hit, and the pals break it all down for you right here on the Super Hits Podcast.
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Super Hits Episode 155: Pat Benatar – “Invincible”
After a string of major hits in the early 80s, Pat Benatar’s career had cooled slightly by 1985. Her top ten single “Invincible” was a return to form and the fellas break it all down for you on this episode.
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Super Hits Episode 154: Elastica – “Connection”
Season Three of the Super Hits Podcast kicks off with a Britpop extravaganza as the fellas dive into the world of Elastica and their 1994 single “Connection,” which was a big hit here in Canada.
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Super Hits Episode 153: Mariah Carey – “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
Mariah Carey’s 1994 single “All I Want For Christmas Is You” has hit #1 in the US the past four years and seems poised to do so again in 2023. Join the pals as they discuss this Christmas staple as the Santa Hits Podcast series wraps up in festive fashion.
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Super Hits Episode 152: Wham! – “Last Christmas”
The Santa Hits Podcast returns with the first of two special episodes that focus on Christmastime favourites. This week, the fellas take a look at Wham’s 1984 single “Last Christmas,” which has seen a chart resurgence in the 2020s.
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Super Hits Episode 151: Murray Head – “One Night In Bangkok”
Murray Head was a journeyman musician and actor when in 1984, he was cast in a new, Cold War-inspired musical called Chess. The production’s concept album and lead single “One Night In Bangkok” proved to be successful – no matter how fleeting. Take a listen to learn more about this song and its fascinating backstory.
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Super Hits Episode 150: Andy Gibb – “Shadow Dancing”
The younger brother of the Bee Gees, Andy Gibb was propelled to success by his far more famous siblings. “Shadow Dancing” gave him a #1 hit of his own, but personal excess would cost him dearly 10 years later. Take a listen to find out more.
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Super Hits Episode 149: Jane Child – “Don’t Wanna Fall In Love”
Jane Child wrote, performed and produced her 1989 debut album herself, but all anyone seemed to want to talk about was her unique look. Join the pals as they take a look at this seemingly random Canadian single that managed to reach #2 in the US.
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Super Hits Episode 148: Sheriff – “When I’m With You”
Canadian band Sheriff released one album in 1982 and then broke up. Seven years later their song “When I’m With You” hit #1 in the US. Join the fellas as they discuss this unlikely tale of success.
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Super Hits Episode 147: Crazy Frog – “Axel F”
Halloween may have just passed, but the horrors continue as the pals decide to do a deep dive into the world of the Crazy Frog, a shitty meme from the early 2000s that spawned a minor media empire. The song in question is a horrendous cover of “Axel F” that hit #1 in the UK…
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Super Hits Episode 146: The Jacksons – “Torture”
Grab your black cat, jump on your witch’s broom and come celebrate Halloween with the Super Hits crew as they discuss the Jacksons, their ill-fated 1984 Victory tour and their mildly received single “Torture” with its absolutely insane music video.
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Super Hits Episode 145: Scorpions – “Wind Of Change”
The end of the Cold War and the fall of the Berlin Wall are front and centre as the pals take an in-depth look at German rock legends Scorpions and their 1991 worldwide hit “Wind Of Change.” This episode is chock full of stuff, so don’t miss it!
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Super Hits Episode 144: Matthew Wilder – “Break My Stride”
Matthew Wilder couldn’t convince Arista Records executive Clive Davis that “Break My Stride” was a hit, so he took the song elsewhere and it became a top five smash in numerous countries. The fellas break it all down on this episode of the Super Hits Podcast.
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Super Hits Episode 143: Chaka Khan – “I Feel For You”
Let the Super Hits Podcast, rock you, ’cause that’s all they wanna do! On this episode, the pals take a look at Chaka Khan’s “I Feel For You,” the 1984 cover of a Prince original that was a top three hit in North America and the UK.
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Super Hits Episode 142: Jive Bunny And The Mastermixers – “Swing The Mood”
Big band and early rock & roll were revived in 1989 on “Swing The Mood,” an uninspired musical pastiche by novelty act Jive Bunny And The Mastermixers. On this episode, the Super Hits crew explore how this became a thing and why it hit #1 in the UK.
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Super Hits Episode 141: The Bangles – “Walk Like An Egyptian”
A #1 hit in both the US and Canada, the Bangles’ 1986 single “Walk Like An Egyptian” is an interesting subject. Join the pals as they break it all down in classic Super Hits fashion.
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Super Hits Episode 140: Jermaine Stewart – “We Don’t Have To Take Our Clothes Off”
Grab a glass of cherry wine and settle in as the fellas take you through the story of singer Jermaine Stewart and his criminally underrated 1986 pop jam “We Don’t Have To Take Our Clothes Off.”
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Super Hits Episode 139: Oasis – “Wonderwall”
MEGAMIXDOTCOM’s son Aaron joins the show to discuss all things Oasis. From British bands to brotherly brawls, all the bases are covered as the crew discusses the 1995 worldwide smash “Wonderwall.”
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Super Hits Episode 138: Bon Jovi – “Bad Medicine”
The summer is over and it’s back to business as usual for the podcast. So shake it up with the fellas as they kick off September with a look at Bon Jovi’s 1988 smash hit “Bad Medicine.”
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Super Hits Episode 137: The Beach Boys – “Kokomo”
One of the dorkiest songs to ever hit #1 in the US is the subject of the final episode of the Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase series. This week the fellas discuss the Beach Boys’ syrupy “Kokomo” and all the cringe that comes with it.
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Super Hits Episode 136: 2Pac feat. Dr. Dre & Roger Troutman – “California Love”
Summer is almost over, and so the fellas bring to you the penultimate episode of Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase series. This week they discuss an absolute monster jam – 2Pac’s 1996 #1 smash “California Love.”
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Super Hits Episode 135: John Fogerty – “Centerfield”
Sliiiiip’s fiancée Sarah joins the podcast for a very special episode as the Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase series enters its seventh week. America’s pastime is front and centre as the crew discuss John Fogerty’s 1985 love letter to baseball.
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Super Hits Episode 134: Len – “Steal My Sunshine”
The Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase series enters its sixth week with a look at a true one hit wonder. “Steal My Sunshine” was a surprise 1999 hit from Canadian sibling duo Len, and the pals are here to break it all down for you.
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Super Hits Episode 133: LFO – “Summer Girls”
Michael J. Fox was Alex P. Keaton. The Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase series continues as the fellas take an in-depth look at one of the worst songs ever written – LFO’s awful 1999 hit “Summer Girls.”
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Super Hits Episode 132: DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince – “Summertime”
It’s time to sit back and unwind, because the Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase continues into its fourth week with a look at DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince’s 1991 hip hop classic “Summertime.”
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Super Hits Episode 131: Alice Cooper- “School’s Out”
Alice Cooper set out to write an iconic anthem about one of the greatest times of the year – the last day of school. Did he succeed? Take a listen to the latest entry in the Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase series to find out!
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Super Hits Episode 130: The Go-Go’s – “Vacation”
Back here at home, there’s nothin’ to do . . . but you can kill some time with the Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase. This week, the pals take a look at the Go-Go’s and their 1982 summertime hit “Vacation.”
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Super Hits Episode 129: Don Henley – “The Boys Of Summer”
Don’t look back. You can never look back. It’s the first episode of the Super Hits Sounds Of The Summer Showcase, where over the next couple of months the pals will be taking a look at quintessential summertime tunes. It all kicks off today with a discussion of Don Henley’s 1984 hit “The Boys Of…
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Super Hits Episode 128: Vanilla Ice – “Ice Ice Baby”
Technical issues force Sliiiiip to re-record a solo version of this episode, where he breaks down the first hip hop track to ever hit #1 in the United States – Vanilla Ice’s “Ice Ice Baby.”
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Super Hits Episode 127: Meat Loaf – “Paradise By The Dashboard Light”
Friend of the show Barry returns to talk all things Meat Loaf – and more specifically, his 1978 song “Paradise By The Dashboard Light,” which went on to become a Top 40 hit in North America.
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Super Hits Episode 126: The Verve – “Bitter Sweet Symphony”
Ted once again joins the Sliiiiipman as the show goes to a weekly format for the summer. This episode is a super-sized discussion of Wigan’s own the Verve and their 1997 smash “Bitter Sweet Symphony.”
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Super Hits Episode 125: Wheatus – “Teenage Dirtbag”
Friend of the show Ted steps in to discuss the band Wheatus, the movie Loser, and of course – the group’s 2000 track “Teenage Dirtbag,” which actually managed to hit #1 in Australia.
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Super Hits Episode 124: The Notorious B.I.G. – “Hypnotize”
Your crew run-run-run, your crew run-run! Released five days before the Notorious B.I.G. was killed in a drive-by shooting, “Hypnotize” would go on to become one of the biggest hip hop tracks of all-time. Join the fellas as they take an in-depth look at this classic #1 jam.
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Super Hits Episode 123: LL Cool J – “Mama Said Knock You Out”
The Super Hits crew close out the month of May with a look at a hip hop classic that silenced LL Cool J’s detractors when it was released in February of 1991. “Mama Said Knock You Out” hit #17 in the US and re-established the New York rapper as one of the genre’s heavyweights.
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Super Hits Episode 122: David Bowie & Mick Jagger – “Dancing In The Street”
Martha Reeves & The Vandellas’ original version of “Dancing In The Street” became a civil rights anthem – so of course white people spent the next two decades recording shitty covers of it. At least David Bowie & Mick Jagger’s version was for charity, but it still sucked – and the video was a sight…
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Super Hits Episode 121: John Farnham – “You’re The Voice”
Australia’s favourite son is in the Super Hits spotlight on this episode, as the pals take a look at John Farnham’s bagpipe-laden 1986 hit “You’re The Voice.”
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Super Hits Episode 120: Soundgarden – “Black Hole Sun”
The third single off Soundgarden’s massive 1994 album Superunknown, “Black Hole Sun” was a big hit in Canada. Your co-hosts break it all down for you in this grunge-tastic episode, so don’t miss it!
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Super Hits Episode 119: Eddie Money – “Take Me Home Tonight”
The episode starts out innocent enough – but it quickly turns dark as the fellas discuss all things Phil Spector. How did they get to that point? Take a listen to their take on Eddie Money’s 1986 hit “Take Me Home Tonight” to find out!
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Super Hits Episode 118: Spice Girls – “Wannabe”
Slam your body down and wind it all around as you listen to this raucous episode about the Spice Girls’ monster debut single “Wannabe.” The pals are in top form as they crack wise about the song and its ridiculous music video.
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Super Hits Episode 117: Animotion – “Obsession”
The fellas had some technical issues, but the Sliiiiipman went out and bought a beefy new computer in order to get this episode recorded and released on time. So make sure to give it a listen and learn all about Animotion’s 1984 smash “Obsession.”
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Super Hits Episode 116: Beastie Boys – “(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party!)”
What’s that noise? It’s the Super Hits Podcast, and you know your mom is jealous that you get to enjoy a chaotic episode where your co-hosts take an in-depth look at the Beastie Boys’ first – and biggest – major hit.
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Super Hits Episode 115: The Bucketheads – “The Bomb! (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind)”
Uhn tiss uhn tiss uhn tiss uhn tiss . . . it’s a mid-90s dance extravaganza on the Super Hits Podcast as the pals break down the Bucketheads’ 1995 house classic “The Bomb! (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind).”
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Super Hits Episode 114: Fine Young Cannibals – “She Drives Me Crazy”
It’s an episode that will drive YOU crazy as the fellas discover early on that the Fine Young Cannibals’ second album was actually recorded at Prince’s Paisley Park Studios. They also somehow manage to connect this worldwide #1 hit to Don Cherry’s Rock’Em Sock’Em Hockey II – so this is a show you definitely don’t…
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Super Hits Episode 113: EMF – “Unbelievable”
OH! Your Super Hits co-hosts are pushing down the relative and bringing out their higher selves on this episode, as they shoot through a discussion of EMF’s 1990 smash “Unbelievable.” OH!
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Super Hits Episode 112: The Romantics – “Talking In Your Sleep”
Things get mildly creepy on the Super Hits Podcast as the pals take a look at the Romantics’ 1983 hit “Talking In Your Sleep” – a decent song with a baffling music video.
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Super Hits Episode 111: Peter Gabriel – “Shock The Monkey”
It took 111 episodes, but Sliiiiip finally chose to cover a song by PETE! And it’s a good one, so join the Super Hits crew as they discuss the former Genesis frontman’s 1982 classic “Shock The Monkey.”
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Super Hits Episode 110: Diana Ross – “Upside Down”
The legendary Diana Ross makes her second appearance as a featured Super Hits artist as the pals take an in-depth look at the former Supreme and her massive 1980 solo hit “Upside Down.”
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Super Hits Episode 109: The Police – “Every Breath You Take”
A band named after an institution of law enforcement is watching you? No way! The fellas dive into one of the biggest hits of the 80s on this episode as they break down “Every Breath You Take” by the Police.
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Super Hits Episode 108: Mr. Oizo – “Flat Beat”
MEGAMIXDOTCOM dusts off one his all-time favourite music videos for a fun episode that will hip you to the plush legend that is Flat Eric. Take a listen and learn more about Mr. Oizo’s 1999 track “Flat Beat” – a track created for a series of commercials that became a surprise hit all over Europe.
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Super Hits Episode 107: Timex Social Club – “Rumors”
Timex Social Club reached the Top 10 in North America and then immediately broke up. Group drama and “Rumors” abound on this saucy episode of the Super Hits Podcast, so don’t miss it!
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Super Hits Episode 106: Mark Morrison – “Return Of The Mack”
You lied to me! The fellas talk crime and punishment on this episode as they break down Mark Morrison’s numerous run ins with the law and his massive 1996 hit “Return Of The Mack.”
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Super Hits Episode 105: Lipps Inc. – “Funkytown”
Jump in the Disco-Sex-O-Mobile and join the Super Hits crew as they take an in-depth look at one of the genre’s heavy hitters – Lipps Inc’s 1979 #1 smash “Funkytown.”
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Super Hits Episode 104: Limp Bizkit – “Rollin’ (Air Raid Vehicle)”
The Super Kicks Podcast series wraps up on this episode with a look at Limp Bizkit’s “Rollin’ (Air Raid Vehicle)” – a song that debuted at #1 in the UK and is well known in wrestling circles for its use as the entrance theme for WWF/E mega star the Undertaker from 2000 to 2002.
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Super Hits Episode 103: Living Colour – “Cult Of Personality”
Episode three of the Super Kicks Podcast series is going to be a wild one, because the fellas are breaking down Living Colour’s 1988 hit “Cult Of Personality” – a track that has long been the entrance theme for wrestling legend and controversy magnet CM Punk.
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Super Hits Episode 102: Jefferson Starship – “Jane”
The Super Kicks Podcast series continues on this episode as your co-hosts take a look at Jefferson Starship’s 1979 single “Jane” – an AOR classic that is currently being used as the entrance theme for All Elite Wrestling star Orange Cassidy.
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Super Hits Episode 101: Kansas – “Carry On Wayward Son”
A brand new four-episode series begins here as the pals take a look at singles that have been used as entrance themes by pro wrestlers. It’s called the Super Kicks Podcast and it all starts with Kansas and their 1976 hit “Carry On Wayward Son,” which has been used recently by AEW trios team the…
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Super Hits Episode 100: Prince – “Batdance”
The pals are celebrating the 100th episode of the Super Hits Podcast by going back to where it all began over a year ago . . . with a Prince show!
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Super Hits Episode 099: Eric Carmen – “Hungry Eyes”
The Super Hits crew celebrates what is arguably the greatest soundtrack of all-time with a breakdown of Eric Carmen’s “Hungry Eyes,” one of Dirty Dancing’s three top ten singles.
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Super Hits Episode 098: Tina Turner – “We Don’t Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)”
The pals go post-apocalyptic on this episode of the Super Hits Podcast as they take a look at Tina Turner’s 1985 smash single from the Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome soundtrack.
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Super Hits Episode 097: Right Said Fred – “I’m Too Sexy”
Bikini babes and bald studs take centre stage on this episode of the Super Hits Podcast as the fellas focus in on Right Said Fred’s 1991 dance/novelty mega hit “I’m Too Sexy.”
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Super Hits Episode 096: Crash Test Dummies – “Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm”
Your co-hosts rip into fellow Winnipeggers the Crash Test Dummies on this episode while absolutely eviscerating the group’s 1993 infuriatingly titled and unbelievably popular “Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm.”
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Super Hits Episode 095: Survivor – “Eye Of The Tiger”
Bust out your boxing gloves and beret, because on this episode of the Super Hits Podcast your pals attempt to tame the wild beast that is Survivor’s 1982 smash hit “Eye Of The Tiger.”
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Super Hits Episode 094: Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine – “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You”
Oh-Ay Oh-Ay! The Super Hits pals set out to get your body moving as they break down Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine’s 1987 hit “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You.”
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Super Hits Episode 093: Yazoo – “Only You”
Looking from a window above, it’s like a story of love. Don’t be caught alone this Valentine’s Day – join the Super Hits Podcast as your co-hosts take a look at UK duo Yazoo’s 1982 single “Only You.”
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Super Hits Episode 092: Pearl Jam – “Jeremy”
MEGAMIXDOTCOM finally gets to cover one of his favourite bands of all-time as the pals unleash the lion and take a look at Pearl Jam’s 1992 single “Jeremy,” along with its controversial music video.
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Super Hits Episode 091: Electric Light Orchestra – “Don’t Bring Me Down”
Groos! The fellas talk spaceships and neon hot dogs as they take a look at Electric Light Orchestra’s 1979 smash hit “Don’t Bring Me Down” and its wacky music video.
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Super Hits Episode 090: The KLF – “3 A.M. Eternal (Live At The S.S.L.)”
Bass ballistics, the Super Hits crew are gonna kick it hard on this episode as they do a deep dive into the lore of British electronic duo the KLF and their 1991 hit “3 A.M. Eternal (Live At The S.S.L.).”
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Super Hits Episode 089: Poison – “Unskinny Bop”
What hell is going on? The Super Hits pals celebrate the one-year anniversary of the podcast by taking a look at Poison’s glam rock classic “Unskinny Bop,” which hit #3 in the US and Canada in 1990.
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Super Hits Episode 088: Def Leppard – “Rocket”
Def Leppard’s Hysteria was an absolute beast of album, selling over 20 million copies and spawning several hit songs. So in true Super Hits fashion, the pals are taking a look at the album’s seventh and final single, “Rocket” – a solid track that didn’t exactly light the music world on fire or anything.
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Super Hits Episode 087: Maestro Fresh Wes – “Let Your Backbone Slide”
Canada came really late to the hip hop party, but when we finally did it was in style. Maestro Fresh Wes paved the way with his 1989 Juno-nominated classic “Let Your Backbone Slide,” and the fellas are breaking it down on this throwdown of an episode.
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Super Hits Episode 086: Coolio – “1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin’ New)”
Grab your partner and do-si-do, because on this episode of the Super Hits Podcast, the pals head back to 1996 to take a look at “1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin’ New)” – a #5 jam from the late L.A. rap legend Coolio.
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Super Hits Episode 085: Belinda Carlisle – “Heaven Is A Place On Earth”
After a few weeks off, MEGAMIXDOTCOM and Sliiiiip are back in business! Season Two of the Super Hits Podcast starts off with a bang as the fellas take a look at Belinda Carlisle’s 1987 #1 “Heaven Is A Place On Earth.”
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Super Hits Episode 084: Run-D.M.C. – “Christmas In Hollis”
It’s almost Christmas and the four-episode Santa Hits series comes to end on a high note as your co-hosts break down Run-D.M.C.’s seasonal classic “Christmas In Hollis.”
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Super Hits Episode 083: Band Aid – “Do They Know It’s Christmas?”
Somehow, the Santa Hits Podcast series manages to take an even darker turn on this episode as the pals turn their attention to a 1984 UK charity single that is all sorts of awful. It’s a look at Band Aid’s worldwide smash hit “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” and the judgement is slow and painful.
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Super Hits Episode 082: John & Yoko / The Plastic Ono Band With The Harlem Community Choir – “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)”
The very special Santa Hits holiday series continues with yet another fantastic show. On an episode that very much lacks holiday spirit, the fellas take an in-depth (and decidedly snarky) look at John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Vietnam War protest song “Happy Xmas (War Is Over).”
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Super Hits Episode 081: Boney M. – “Mary’s Boy Child / Oh My Lord”
The holiday season is upon us and the Super Hits Podcast is becoming the Santa Hits Podcast for the next two weeks! This special four-episode series will focus on pop/rock singles with a Christmas flavour – and it all kicks off on the disco tip with a look at Boney M.’s 1978 hit “Mary’s Boy…
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Super Hits Episode 080: The Clash – “Rock The Casbah”
The Super Hits crew try to up their musical cred by finally covering the Clash, but manage to mess it all up by choosing one of the band’s most successful songs. Skank along with the fellas as they break down 1982’s “Rock The Casbah,” a mega-bop with great lyrics and an even better music video.
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Super Hits Episode 079: Average White Band – “Pick Up The Pieces”
The greatest (and most likely only) funk band to come out of Bonnie Old Scotland, Average White Band improbably took command of the Billboard Hot 100 in February of 1975 with their #1 smash “Pick Up The Pieces.”
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Super Hits Episode 078: Tiffany – “I Think We’re Alone Now”
The first album MEGAMIXDOTCOM bought with his own money was Tiffany’s 1987 debut on cassette – so on this episode he takes you on a deep dive into the album’s second single, a cover of Tommy James & The Shondells’ “I Think We’re Alone Now.”
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Super Hits Episode 077: Glass Tiger – “Someday”
The Super Hits crew stay in Canada for this episode as they take a look at Newmarket, Ontario’s Glass Tiger and their Juno Award-winning single “Someday,” which cracked the Top 10 in the US in 1987.
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Super Hits Episode 076: Tom Cochrane – “Life Is A Highway”
Bring on the Cock! The fellas head back to Canada for the first time in 40 episodes as they take a look at “Life Is A Highway” by Lynn Lake, Manitoba’s Tom Cochrane. Find out how your co-hosts are only two degrees of separation from the man himself as they break it all down in…
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Super Hits Episode 075: Buckner & Garcia – “Pac-Man Fever”
In 1981 a couple of baby boomer musicians became so obsessed with an arcade game that they wrote a song about it. Come and join the Super Hits crew as they chomp into Bucker & Garcia’s “Pac-Man Fever,” a novelty track that somehow reached the Top 10 in North America.
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Super Hits Episode 074: Whitney Houston – “How Will I Know”
One of the biggest pop hits of the eighties, Whitney Houston’s “How Will I Know” is one of the highest rated Super Hits entries to date. Join your co-hosts as they break down this monster jam that hit #1 in the US and Canada.
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Super Hits Episode 073: Level 42 – “Something About You”
If you’re a fan of good songs with bad videos, then this episode is for you. The Super Hits crew get yet another special request and this time it’s for Level 42’s “Something About You,” which in 1985 reached the Top 10 in the US and the UK.
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Super Hits Episode 072: Nirvana – “Smells Like Teen Spirit”
Slip into your fuzz and wack slacks, because the Super Hits Podcast is going grunge! Don’t be a cob nobbler – come swing on the flippity-flop with your lamestain co-hosts as they take a look at Nirvana’s genre defining Top 10 smash “Smells Like Teen Spirit.”
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Super Hits Episode 071: Roxette – “The Look”
Did you know that a Minnesota college student was responsible for breaking a pop duo from Sweden into the North American mainstream? Learn about this little tale and more as the Super Hits pals break down Roxette’s 1989 single “The Look.”
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Super Hits Episode 070: Taylor Dayne – “Tell It To My Heart”
Ted’s back for another episode, and this time he’s talking turkey with the fellas about a song he considers a Perfect 10. Take a listen as the Super Hits crew deconstruct Taylor Dayne’s 1987 breakthrough single “Tell It To My Heart.”
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Super Hits Episode 069: The Simpsons – “Do The Bartman”
The discussion is animated on this episode as friend of the show Ted joins the fellas to break down this 1990 song from the minds behind The Simpsons. While not officially released in the US, “Do The Bartman” was a #1 hit in the UK, because man do those blokes love their novelty singles.
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Super Hits Episode 068: Michael Jackson – “Thriller”
The 31st of October is three days away and the pals are wrapping up the Spooky Hits series with a look at arguably the greatest Halloween song of all-time: Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” There is a lot to unpack, so make sure you have some time set aside for this creeptastic episode!
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Super Hits Episode 067: Rockwell – “Somebody’s Watching Me”
On this episode, the fellas take a look at yet another Halloween classic. “Somebody’s Watching Me” is Rockwell’s only hit and its success was clearly built on the back of Michael Jackson, who sings the iconic chorus.
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Super Hits Episode 066: Blue Öyster Cult – “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper”
There are ten days left until Halloween and the episodes just keep getting creepier! Tonight your co-hosts break down 1976’s “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” by stoner rock legends Blue Öyster Cult – all the while waxing nostalgic for the 1994 comedy The Stoned Age.
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Super Hits Episode 065: Ray Parker Jr. – “Ghostbusters”
It’s the first of four very special Spooky Hits Podcast episodes as the fellas take a look at Ray Parker Jr’s Halloween staple “Ghostbusters.” Bustin’ makes everyone feel good, so make sure to give this one a listen!
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Super Hits Episode 064: Van Halen – “Panama”
After being accused of only writing lyrics about women, partying and fast cars, David Lee Roth decided to write a song about a fast car that is shockingly also about a stripper. Join the pals on this episode as they take a look at “Panama,” the cock rock classic from L.A. legends Van Halen.
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Super Hits Episode 063: The Human League – “Don’t You Want Me”
The Human League’s “Don’t You Want Me” was the definition of a Super Hit, hitting #1 in eight different countries and selling millions of copies worldwide. Take a listen as the fellas break down this new wave staple.
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Super Hits Episode 062: Was (Not Was) – “Walk The Dinosaur”
There’s a new “worst video” champion as Was (Not Was) sinks below M.C. Miker G & Deejay Sven into Super Hits Podcast infamy. The pals also have a lot to say about the song, which is really just a piece of novelty trash dressed up in some decent instrumentation.
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Super Hits Episode 061: Tag Team – “Whoomp! (There It Is)”
A true one hit wonder, Atlanta rap duo Tag Team made their brief moment in the spotlight count with “Whoomp! (There It Is),” which hit #2 in the US in 1993.
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Super Hits Episode 060: Scandal feat. Patty Smyth – “The Warrior”
On this episode the Super Hits pals take a look at Scandal’s 1984 hit “The Warrior,” a track that hit #1 in Canada and featured a surprisingly bad music video.
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Super Hits Episode 059: Madonna – “Lucky Star”
Star light, star bright! It took almost nine months, but the fellas finally get around to doing an episode about Madonna. Take a listen as they break down the 1983 piece of pop perfection known as “Lucky Star.”
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Super Hits Episode 058: Paula Abdul – “Straight Up”
The latest episode of the Super Hits Podcast is brought to you via listener request! Paula Abdul is the subject as the fellas take a look at her breakout #1 hit “Straight Up” – a song that was no doubt made even more successful by its classic music video.
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Super Hits Episode 057: Technotronic – “Pump Up The Jam”
Pump it, stomp it and jam with the Super Hits crew as they break down this infectious 1989 hit from Belgium’s Technotronic.
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Super Hits Episode 056: Bobby Brown – “My Prerogative”
No one could tell Bobby Brown what to do, and with that mindset, what could possibly go wrong? Join the pals and get busy as they take a look at Bobby at the height of his powers and his fame while breaking down the #1 hit “My Prerogative.”
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Super Hits Episode 055: Ready For The World – “Oh Sheila”
It’s been like 12 weeks since they last covered a song that hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, so for this episode the fellas take a look at Ready For The World’s Prince-inspired 1985 hit “Oh Sheila.”
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Super Hits Episode 054: T’Pau – “Heart And Soul”
On this episode, learn about how a UK pop group named after a Star Trek character entranced North America in 1987 with a song that didn’t really get going until it was featured in an ad for Pepe Jeans.
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Super Hits Episode 053: Night Ranger – “Sister Christian”
Your Super Hits Podcast co-hosts are motorin’ on this episode as they take a look at Night Ranger’s 1984 power ballad “Sister Christian.” And even though the band members were super ugly, this track certainly is a beauty!
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Super Hits Episode 052: Dino feat. Doctor Ice – “Romeo”
A sound effect dazzles and confounds as the pals kick off Labour Day weekend by doing some serious work on a raucous episode about this 1990 #6 hit from the mulleted king known as Dino.
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Super Hits Episode 051: Icehouse – “Electric Blue”
It’s been 10 long weeks since your co-hosts discussed a song that cracked the Top 40 in North America. As the summer fades away, things get a bit chilly as the fellas take a look at Icehouse’s 1987 #7 hit “Electric Blue.”
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Super Hits Episode 050: Wendy & Lisa – “Waterfall”
The Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular wraps up in style with an episode that is essentially one big Prince reference. This week, the pals take a look at former Revolution members Wendy Melvoin & Lisa Coleman’s oft-overlooked 1987 debut single “Waterfall.”
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Super Hits Episode 049: Zapp – “More Bounce To The Ounce”
Get your robot voice ready – because on the penultimate episode of the Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular, the fellas take an electro-fying look at Zapp’s 1980 monster jam “More Bounce To The Ounce.”
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Super Hits Episode 048: Letters To Cleo – “Here & Now”
The Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular is starting to wind down, and this week MEGAMIXDOTCOM limps his way through a look at Letters To Cleo’s 1994 single “Here & Now.” Come for the Parks & Rec talk and stay for a bunch of stumbling, bumbling and mumbling!
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Super Hits Episode 047: James – “Sit Down”
This week, the fellas take a look at a track from 1989 that didn’t chart in North America but was a big hit in the UK upon its re-release in 1991. “Sit Down” by Mancunian band James is a favourite of the Sliiiiipmeister, but how does it resonate with MEGAMIXDOTCOM? Take a listen to find…
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Super Hits Episode 046: Koko B. Ware – “Piledriver”
It’s a bodyslammin’ episode this week as the pals continue the Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular by taking a look at “Piledriver,” the title track off the ridiculous 1987 album from the World Wrestling Federation. Perennial mid-carder Koko B. Ware gets his moment to shine and the results are . . . mixed.
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Super Hits Episode 045: Plastic Bertrand – “Ça plane pour moi”
Wam! Bam! It’s an édition française of the Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular series as the fellas take a look at “Ça plane pour moi,” Belgian artiste Plastic Bertrand’s 1977 new wave bop that was actually a bit of a hit.
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Super Hits Episode 044: The The – “Gravitate To Me”
Week four of the Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular is just too cool for school as MEGAMIXDOTCOM and Sliiiiip dive into UK post-punk-not-quite-a-band The The’s 1989 single “Gravitate To Me.”
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Super Hits Episode 043: Dollar – “Mirror Mirror”
The Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular continues as your co-hosts take a look at Dollar’s 1981 single “Mirror Mirror,” which hit #4 in the UK, but failed to chart in North America. Spoiler alert – the song is good, but the music video is absolute trash.
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Super Hits Episode 042: Chubb Rock – “The Chubbster”
Slam a jam that’ll scare even the Son of Sam! The Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular enters its second week with a banger of an episode as the pals take a look at Chubb Rock’s 1991 #1 rap single “The Chubbster.”
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Super Hits Episode 041: The Nails – “88 Lines About 44 Women”
The podcast is going to a weekly format for the summer, and as a special treat will spend the next 10 weeks looking at some less popular tracks. Join the pals as they kick off the Not-So Super Hits Summer Slowdown Spectacular with the Nails’ 1984 single “88 Lines About 44 Women.”
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Super Hits Episode 040: Bananarama – “Cruel Summer”
The pavements are burning! The fellas may have no idea the hell is going on in Bananarama’s “Cruel Summer” music video, but they still manage to bring the goods in this raucous episode.
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Super Hits Episode 039: Toni Basil – “Mickey”
Bust out your pom-poms because they’re covering a second number one hit in a row on the Super Hits Podcast! On this episode, your co-hosts take a look at Toni Basil’s infectious 1982 single “Mickey.”
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Super Hits Episode 038: The Supremes – “You Can’t Hurry Love”
On this episode, your Super Hits Podcast co-hosts take a trip back to 1966 to discuss a tried and true Motown classic – the Supremes’ #1 smash hit “You Can’t Hurry Love.”
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Super Hits Episode 037: “Weird Al” Yankovic – “Dare To Be Stupid”
Devo’s Mark Mothersbaugh once called this song the most beautiful thing he had ever heard. But does Weird Al’s wacky take on the Devo sound really cut the mustard? Take a listen and find out what the Super Hits crew has to say!
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Super Hits Episode 036: Alanis Morissette – “Thank U”
Tasked with creating a follow up to her massive breakthrough album Jagged Little Pill, Alanis Morissette went introspective. And while 1998’s “Thank U” didn’t make the US Top 10, it hit #1 not only in Canada but in MEGAMIXDOTCOM’S heart as well.
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Super Hits Episode 035: Laura Branigan – “Self Control”
Oh yes! The Super Hits Podcast gets spooky as the pals take you to the learning tree for a look at Laura Branigan’s cover of Raf’s 1984 single “Self Control.” And if Undertaker references don’t pique your curiosity, then a discussion of Branigan’s artsy music video certainly should.
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Super Hits Episode 034: Rick Astley – “She Wants To Dance With Me”
Your favourite podcasting pals avoid the Rickroll and instead take a look at a less meme-able Rick Astley single. And while MEGAMIXDOTCOM really digs 1988’s “She Wants To Dance With Me,” the Sliiiiipman remains unconvinced.
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Super Hits Episode 033: Genesis – “That’s All”
Once upon a time, prog rock turned pop rock group Genesis tried to write a song that sounded like the Beatles. Did they succeed with “That’s All”? Take a listen and find out what the Super Hits crew has to say!
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Super Hits Episode 032: New Kids On The Block – “You Got It (The Right Stuff)”
The first time Heather guested on the Super Hits Podcast was a great time, but the second time will be a blast! On this episode, she and the pals discuss the New Kids On The Block and their 1988 #3 hit “You Got It (The Right Stuff).”
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Super Hits Episode 031: Pretenders – “Brass In Pocket”
On this episode, your co-hosts are joined by friend of the show Heather to take a look at the Pretenders’ 1979 single “Brass In Pocket.” And while opinions on the song are sharply divided, the discussion is as solid as always!
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Super Hits Episode 030: Martika – “Toy Soldiers”
Things are about to get serious on the Super Hits Podcast! On this episode, MEGAMIXDOTCOM gives “Toy Soldiers” his highest song rating yet as the pals take a look at Martika’s brooding #1 hit from 1989.
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Super Hits Episode 029: Wilson Phillips – “Hold On”
Do Wilson Phillips count as a super group? Your favourite podcasting pals say yes – and they also say that the group’s 1990 mega-hit “Hold On” is nothing short of a pop masterpiece.
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Super Hits Episode 028: Red Hot Chili Peppers – “Under The Bridge”
If you’re feeling nostalgic about the summer of 1992, then this is the episode for you! Join the Super Hits pals as they take a look at the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ #3 hit “Under The Bridge.”
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Super Hits Episode 027: 2 Live Crew – “Me So Horny”
Break out the Parental Advisory stickers, because things are about to get as nasty as they wanna be on the Super Hits Podcast! Join your pals Sliiiiip and MEGAMIXDOTCOM as they take a look at 2 Live Crew’s raunchy (yet middling) 1989 single “Me So Horny.”
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Super Hits Episode 026: George Michael – “Freedom! ’90”
On this episode, the Super Hits Podcast showcases its first return artist as your co-hosts turn their attention to George Michael’s 1990 single “Freedom! ’90” – a fantastic song with an even better music video.
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Super Hits Episode 025: Men At Work – “Down Under”
Men At Work’s “Down Under” hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 over a year after its release and is regarded as one of the greatest songs ever by an Australian artist. Join your co-hosts on this episode as they break down this flute-laden lament for the loss of national spirit.
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Super Hits Episode 024: Mötley Crüe – “Dr. Feelgood”
He’s gonna be your Frankenstein! On this episode, your Super Hits co-hosts MEGAMIXDOTCOM and Sliiiiip dive into the pile of cocaine that is Mötley Crüe’s 1989 glam rock anthem “Dr. Feelgood.”
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Super Hits Episode 023: The Knack – “My Sharona”
A monster mammajam with extremely problematic lyrics, the Knack’s “My Sharona” hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in August 1979 and cemented itself into pop culture history. On this episode, the pals take a look at everything right and wrong with the song that spawned a million parodies.
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Super Hits Episode 022: Janet Jackson – “Nasty”
This Friday is as Good as it’s going to get because your favourite podcasting pals are taking a look at the monster second single off Janet Jackson’s 1986 breakthrough album Control.
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Super Hits Episode 021: Billy Joel – “We Didn’t Start The Fire”
In 1989, Billy Joel rattled off a bunch of stuff that happened, set it to music and snagged the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100. 32 and a half years later, the Super Hits Podcast takes a look at the bargain-basement history lesson that is “We Didn’t Start The Fire.”
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Super Hits Episode 020: Sugarhill Gang – “Rapper’s Delight”
Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight” was the first rap song to enter the US Hot 100. But its history is a bit more nuanced than you might imagine. Join Sliiiiip and MEGAMIXDOTCOM as they take a look at this seminal hip hop cut.
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Super Hits Episode 019: Joey Scarbury – “Theme From ‘The Greatest American Hero’ (Believe It Or Not)”
Sliiiiip and MEGAMIXDOTCOM get deep into the shit this week as they take a look at an awful song that served as the theme for what seems to be an even worse television show. If you’re looking for some serious salt, this is the episode for you!
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Super Hits Episode 018: Cyndi Lauper – “The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough”
Coming off her massive 1983 album She’s So Unusual, Cyndi Lauper not only helped kick off the wildly popular Rock ‘N Wrestling Connection, but got involved with one of the biggest movies of 1985. But are the Goonies really good enough? Take a listen and find out what your pals have to say!
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Super Hits Episode 017: Billy Idol – “Mony Mony”
On this episode, your pals Sliiiiip and MEGAMIXDOTCOM discuss both the 1981 and 1987 versions of Billy Idol’s iconic cover of Tommy James and the Shondells’ “Mony Mony.” They also discuss special fan chants and announce a contest, so take a listen for more details.
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Super Hits Episode 016: The West Coast Rap All-Stars – “We’re All In The Same Gang”
In 1990, the West Coast hip-hop and R&B scene’s elite came together to record an anti-violence track. 30 plus years later, the song still holds up – and your favourite podcasting pals are giving it the Super Hits treatment.
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Super Hits Episode 015: M.C. Miker G & Deejay Sven – “Holiday Rap”
Ring-rang-a-dong, your old pal MEGAMIXDOTCOM is back just in time to take a look at one of hip-hop’s dumbest tracks. It’s M.C. Miker G & Deejay Sven’s campy 1986 single “Holiday Rap” – a song which didn’t chart in the US but over the years has managed to carve out its own little cultural cachet.
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Super Hits Episode 014: Bob Seger – “Night Moves”
Friend of the show Barry is back for another episode and this time he’s talking with Sliiiiip about “Night Moves,” Bob Seger’s 1976 hit about doing it at a drive-in back in the 60s.
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Super Hits Episode 013: Guns N’ Roses – “November Rain”
It’s an EPIC episode of the Super Hits Podcast! Sliiiiip is joined by friends of the show Barry and Lou as they take a cake-destroying dive into Guns N’ Roses’ nine-minute 1992 masterpiece “November Rain.”
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Super Hits Episode 012: Neneh Cherry – “Buffalo Stance”
Bomb the Bass, rock this place! Co-host Sliiiiip is joined once again by Ted as they take a in-depth at look at the interesting lore behind Neneh Cherry’s 1988 #3 single “Buffalo Stance.”
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Super Hits Episode 011: Pet Shop Boys with Dusty Springfield - “What Have I Done To Deserve This?”
Friend of the show Ted joins Sliiiiip for a rousing discussion about the Pet Shop Boys’ 1987 hit collaboration with legendary chanteuse Dusty Springfield.
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Super Hits Episode 010: Boy Meets Girl – “Waiting For A Star To Fall”
From the co-writers of two of Whitney Houston’s biggest hits comes this underrated gem of a song released in 1988. And while the official music video is a sepia-toned snoozefest, an 80s tribute video from 2019 set to the track is an absolute must-see.
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Super Hits Episode 009: Katrina And The Waves – “Walking On Sunshine”
Its music video may look cold and dreary, but the discussion is red hot as the pals take a look at “Walking On Sunshine,” a single released in 1983 and again in 1985 by British/American band Katrina And The Waves.
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Super Hits Episode 008: Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch feat. Loleatta Holloway – “Good Vibrations”
On this episode, the fellas rip into Mark Wahlberg for half an hour under the guise of discussing the actor’s 1991 #1 single “Good Vibrations.”
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Super Hits Episode 007: The Buggles – “Video Killed The Radio Star”
When MTV needed the perfect song written and performed by white guys to kick off their new channel, they found exactly what they were looking for in this gem of a track. On this episode of the Super Hits podcast, the pals take a look at arguably the first smash hit music video – the…
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Super Hits Episode 006: En Vogue – “My Lovin’ (You’re Never Gonna Get It)”
The funky divas take centre stage on this episode of the Super Hits Podcast. MEGAMIXDOTCOM and Sliiiiip take a look at En Vogue’s 1992 single “My Lovin’ (You’re Never Gonna Get It)” and get all fired up about flutes and epic breakdowns.
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Super Hits Episode 005: Aretha Franklin & George Michael – “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”
For the third episode in a row, your podcasting pals are covering a song that hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. This time, it’s Aretha Franklin and George Michael’s massive 1987 duet.
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Super Hits Episode 004: Mariah Carey – “Someday”
It’s a second #1 song in a row on the cast as the fellas take a look at Mariah Carey’s 1991 smash “Someday.” Everyone knows Mariah can sing, but can she dance? The “Someday” video says not really, but who cares – this song is a monster jam!
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Super Hits Episode 003: Bryan Adams – “Heaven”
Episode 3 of the Super Hits Podcast is made in Canada as your co-hosts take a look at Bryan Adams’ 1985 Billboard #1 hit “Heaven.” Is Bryan’s middle name pronounced in English or French? How did the girl in the video get into his concert without a ticket? These questions don’t get answered, but the…
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Super Hits Episode 002: INXS – “New Sensation”
Live, baby, live! On the second episode of the Super Hits Podcast, the pals take an in-depth look at INXS’s #3 hit “New Sensation” from their 1987 album Kick. Take a listen and get all the saucy details about the song and its oddly downbeat music video.
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Super Hits Episode 001: Prince – “1999”
It’s the debut of the Super Hits Podcast, where your podcasting pals Sliiiiip and MEGAMIXDOTCOM discuss a different retro single each episode. The series kicks off with a funky bang as they take a look at Prince’s classic 1982 single “1999.”
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