All About 80s Music

All About 80s Music is hosted by John Micek and Steve Augello , two lifelong music fans who, between them, have decades of experience playing, listening to, and writing about music. John Micek is a veteran music journalist whose work has appeared in Pop Culture Press , The Big Takeover , PopMatters.com , and Harrisburg Magazine . He's also toured and recorded with a number of bands, put out two solo records, and currently plays bass with The April Skies , a Pennsylvania-based indie rock band. Steve Augello is a digital media executive who has worked at EMI-Capitol Records , RCA Records and iHeartRadio . Augello is a keyboard player who remixed singles from Beyoncé , Christina Aguilera and Justin <strong

All About 80s Music is a music podcast hosted by John Micek, Steve Augello, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

John Micek, Steve Augello hosts All About 80s Music, a music show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #2

  The one where we talk about our favorite 1980s hip-hop tunes

  Jul 12, 202632 minS4

  It's summer! And what better way to ring in the hottest months of the year than a discussion of our favorite 1980s hip-hop songs? Join John and Steve as they take on some of the classics, from RUN-DMC's "Walk This Way" to Grandmaster Flash's "White Lines." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #1

  The one where we talk to Alan Frew of Glass Tiger about the 40th anniversary of "The Thin Red Line."

  Jan 19, 20261h 17mS4

  Join John and Steve and their guest Alan Frew of Glass Tiger for this very special episode. It’s a celebration of the 40th anniversary of Glass Tiger’s debut album, The Thin Red Line . To add to the magic, there is a brief appearance from keyboardist Sam Reid, who dialed in for a few questions.&nbsp; If you love 80s music, you’ll&nbsp;love this podcast.&nbsp; Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #2

  The one with the same song titles -- but different artists.

  Jun 21, 202540 minS3

  In the 1980s, it wasn't uncommon to hear songs on the radio that had the same title -- but they were recorded by very different artists. Sometimes those songs were released within weeks or months of each other. In a few cases, they were years apart. Join John& Steve as they run down their favorite songs with the same title, but by different artists. Artists this time out include U2, R.E.M., Van Halen, The Pointer Sisters, The Psychedelic Furs and New Order. #1980s #NewWave #NewRomantics <p > Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.</p>

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  Episode #1

  The one where we talk about all the music from 1986.

  Feb 3, 202531 minS3

  <p>1986 was a pivotal year for 80s music. Some artists were enjoying their greatest success, Rap music became huge. There were big dance sounds. A few new groups came on the scene … and then there were the hit songs that screamed 1986. Join us, as John and Steve dig into all that year had to offer.</p><br><p>Artists discussed are: Peter Gabriel, Erasure, Pet Shop Boys, Mike + The Mechanics, Bangles, Run DMC, Mr. Mister, Beastie Boys, Husker Du, Soup Dragons, REM, Crowded House, The Bodines and more!</p><br><p>If you love 80s music, you'll love this podcast! Like a...

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  Episode #7

  The one with our favorite bass players and bass lines.

  Dec 21, 202430 minS2

  <p>So many hit songs during the greatest decade brought some of the best bass grooves of all-time. Join John and Steve as they discuss their favorite bass players and basslines from the 80s.</p><br><p>Songs discussed are: Sledgehammer, Too Shy, Pale Shelter, Temptation, Two Hearts Beat As One, and more!</p><br><p> If you love 80s music, you'll this podcast! </p><p > Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.</p>

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