PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine - Music of the 70s, 80s and More – Details, episodes & analysis

Dave and Milt reflect on the top 10 Billboard hits of 2024. They delve into trending songs from artists like Hozier, Zac Bryan, Tommy Richmond, and more, showcasing the mix of genres from pop to country. The episode also features personal anecdotes and explores the influence of TikTok on modern music hits. Additionally, they commemorate late Wayne Osmond and humorously discuss New Year's resolutions. Highlights include introducing alternates for the year's hits and enjoying reflections on nostalgic music moments.

Topics

01:00 Holiday Recap and Trivia Night

01:56 Generational Trivia Game

02:54 Top Songs of 2024 Introduction

07:09 Song #10: Hozier - Too Sweet

12:20 Song #9: Zach Bryan ft. Kacey Musgraves - I Remember Everything

19:44 Song #8: Tommy Richmond - Million Dollar Baby

27:04 Song #7: Sabrina Carpenter - Espresso

35:28 Song #6: Kendrick Lamar - Not Like Us

43:47 Play Date: Athletes in Song Lyrics

49:49 Unexpected Bonus

50:04 Analyzing Jack Harlow's Hit

51:15 TikTok's Influence on Music

54:28 Jack Harlow's Commercial Success

57:29 Country and Rap Fusion

01:05:06 Benson Boone's Breakthrough

01:10:58 Shaboosie's Bar Anthem

01:17:31 Teddy Swims' Big Voice

01:27:33 Substituting Top Songs

01:35:48 Reflecting on 2024's Music

In this year-end special, Dave and Milt present the 2024 Tennies Award Show straight from the Joe Piscopo Memorial Ballroom at the Comfort Inn in Weehawken, New Jersey. The ceremony celebrates the best moments from their podcast 'Past Tens: A Top 10 Time Machine,' featuring original songs, guest contributions, and classic pod memories. From the best listener guest to the best original song, and the most entertaining mishaps, the show includes a humorous compilation of highlights while maintaining its hallmark lighthearted banter. With special shout outs to loyal listeners, it's a festive and nostalgic wrap-up just in time for Christmas.

Topics

03:01 Whamageddon and Listener Interactions

07:04 The Tennies: Best Listener Guest

11:21 The Tennies: Worst Weird Remake

13:43 The Tennies: Best Original Song

20:15 The Fart Song Finale

22:13 Best Dirty Trick Award

24:06 Best Milt Wow Moment

26:37 Best Unlikely Moment of Dave Knowing Something

30:37 Best Use of the Word Penis

31:56 Best Nice Moment

36:43 Memorable Moments from 2024

Dave and Milt, along with guest Mike O'Neill, embark on a nostalgic journey through a rock and roll draft of the top albums of 1988. The draft order reveals the teams, including a unique AI participant named Sabrina. The hosts passionately discuss iconic albums such as Public Enemy's 'It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back,' U2's 'Rattle and Hum,' N.W.A.'s 'Straight Outta Compton,' and Tracy Chapman's impactful debut. Additional discussions feature notable picks like Metallica’s '...And Justice for All,' Living Colour's 'Vivid,' Bobby Brown's 'Don't Be Cruel,' and more. The episode is filled with anecdotes, lively banter, and deep dives into the songs and albums that defined the year. The final round concludes with surprising picks and overlooked gems, leaving listeners eager to join future drafts and become part of the community.

Topics

02:27 Remembering Judy

03:53 ABC's of Rock: Drafting Top Albums of 1988

04:27 Guest Introduction: Mikey O'Neal

08:01 Draft Order and Team Names

12:34 First Round Picks

20:52 Second Round Picks

28:27 Third Round Picks

45:04 Nostalgic Camp Memories

45:40 Hair Bands and Heavy Metal

48:45 Living Color's Impact

51:45 Metallica's Iconic Album

54:41 Prince's Playful Genius

58:44 Bobby Brown's New Jack Swing

01:01:09 Rod Stewart's Return

01:04:36 Paula Abdul's Pop Hits

01:08:09 Salt-N-Pepa's Dance Anthems

01:10:41 EPMD's Hip Hop Debut

01:14:19 Run DMC's Tougher Than Leather

01:18:15 Queensrÿche's Progressive Metal

01:20:44 Draft Recap and Final Thoughts

What a week it was in music in 1981, from the goofy to the sweet to the sweaty. Enjoy.

Milt and Dave Count down some of the best song intros ever. Click, listen, enjoy, share.

Want to know what the candidates were? Okay here you go.

Baba O’Reilly

Bad to the Bone

Bat out of Hell

Billie Jean

Blue Monday

Born to Run

Cinnamon Girl

Crazy On You

Crazy Train

Down Under

Feel Good Inc.

Foreplay

Genius of Love

Helter Skelter

Hot For Teacher

Hot Legs

I Want You Back

Iron Man

Layla

Let’s Get It On

Let’s Go Crazy

Like A Rolling Stone

Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress)

Money

Money For Nothing

No One Knows

Old Time Rock n Roll

One

Papa Was A Rolling Stone

Pride (In The Name of Love)

Renegade

Rich Girl

Riders on the Storm

Rock n Roll

Roundabout

Seven Nation Army

Shining Star

Smells Like Teen Spirit

Smoke on the Water

Straight Outta Compton

Superstition

Symphony #5

The Final Countdown

Thunderstruck

Time Is On My Side

Uprising

Walking on Sunshine

Welcome to the Black Parade

Welcome to the Jungle

You Make My Dreams

The tunes of 1970.

Milt and Dave's top 10 parody songs. Al, and a lot more.

Milt and Dave look back on the top 10 movies on this week in 1987.

Milt and Dave count down 20 of the worst songs of all time. You're welcome, America.

Milt and Dave get in the time machine and Get Off in 1978.