60 Songs That Explain the '90s

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First came '60 Songs That Explain the '90s.' (We did that.) Then came '60 Songs That Explain the '90s: The 2000s.' (We're doing that now—and yes, that's the actual name.) But whether you want to jump back to the Clinton years or join us as we reboot our old iPods, you can find all of the collected works of Rob Harvilla below. Come back each Wednesday for a new episode.

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“Return of the Mack”—Mark Morrison

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

11/16/22 • 82 min

Rob reminisces on his first days working in a newsroom and watching ‘ThunderCats’ outtakes, all while riding on the sleek R&B roads of memory lane when looking back at Mark Morrison’s big hit “Return of the Mack,” along with other hip-hop-influenced '90s R&B songs.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Justin Charity

Producer: Justin Sayles

Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah

Additional Productional Support: Kai Grady

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“Smells Like Teen Spirit”—Nirvana with Courtney Love

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

05/17/23 • 163 min

Rob is back and ready to share his inner-most thoughts on Batman movies, hearing Nirvana for the first time, and more as he looks back at quite possibly the most inescapable song of the '90s, “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” (4:00) Later he is joined by rockstar, lead singer of Hole, and wife of Kurt Cobain, Courtney Love to discuss her relationship with Kurt, Kurt’s beef with Pearl Jam, the original lyrics of “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” and much more (1:12:00).

Preorder Rob’s new book, ‘Songs That Explain the ‘90s' here.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Courtney Love

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles

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“Mr. Brightside”—The Killers

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

10/02/24 • 88 min

Join us as Rob kicks off a new era of '60 Songs' with a deep dive into the 2000s anthem “Mr. Brightside” by the Killers. Of course, along the way, Rob brings the head-scratching tangents that you know and love. New decade, same Rob. What are you waiting for?

Later, Rob is joined by The Ringer’s Chris Ryan to discuss more about the magic of “Mr. Brightside.”

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Chris Ryan

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles

Additional Production Support: Olivia Crerie

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“In da Club”—50 Cent

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

10/16/24 • 96 min

Rob looks back at some of the greatest haters in the history of music in celebration of the legendary hater and rapper that is 50 Cent. Later, Rob guides us through the rise of 50 Cent in the early 2000s. Then, he’s joined by The Ringer’s Charles Holmes to discuss 50 Cent’s history of rap beefs and more!

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Charles Holmes

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles

Additional Production Support: Olivia Crerie

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“Back to Black”—Amy Winehouse

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

10/09/24 • 84 min

Join Rob in celebrating Amy Winehouse, and missing her voice like the rest of us. Along the way, Rob discusses the biopic ‘Back to Black’ and ‘Amy’ before taking some time to cherish Amy Winehouse’s iconic song and album ‘Back to Black.’ Later, Rob is joined by writer Julianne Escobedo Shepherd to discuss her memories of interviewing Amy Winehouse and more.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Julianne Escobedo Shepherd

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles

Additional Production Support: Olivia Crerie

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Introducing 60 Songs That Explain the '90s: The 2000s

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

09/25/24 • 1 min

We are so back! Join us on another musical journey through a new decade as Rob Harvilla digs through the biggest songs of the 2000s like only he can. The Strokes, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, Arcade Fire, Missy Elliott, Kanye West, and many more are on table. New episodes every Wednesday!

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“Freedom! ’90”—George Michael

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

01/24/24 • 92 min

Rob looks back at the top five songs that make him still feel like a 6-year-old, before turning his attention to the great George Michael. Along the way, Rob highlights a letter written to Michael from Frank Sinatra with his best dramatic reading. Later, Rob is joined by Rob Tannenbaum to discuss whether George Michael is on the MTV Mount Rushmore, and much more.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Rob Tannenbaum

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles

Additional Production Support: Chloe Clark

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Weezer—“Say It Ain’t So”

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

05/05/21 • 48 min

Rob explores Weezer’s acclaimed emo hit “Say It Ain’t So” by discussing the band’s unique identity within alternative rock and the story behind the song’s lyrical content.

This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Bobby Bones

Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles

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Metallica—“Enter Sandman”

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

01/14/21 • 51 min

Rob explores thrash metal icon Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” by discussing the band’s trajectory from their early work to their mainstream turn and their wide influence thereafter.

This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Dave Chang

Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles

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“Chop Suey”—System of a Down

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

10/23/24 • 91 min

Join Rob in watching a mosh pit from a safe distance away while we celebrate System of a Down’s “Chop Suey.” Along the way, Rob discusses tension amongst band members, their potent political messages, and Rick Rubin’s impact on the band. Later, Rob is joined by Bandsplain’s Yasi Salek to further discuss System of a Down’s impact, their hometown of Glendale, and much more!

Host: Rob Harvilla

Guest: Yasi Salek

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles

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