The Second Day of Mellowmas: Warm Lovin’ Mellowmas
Mellowmas has just begun and already Jason has become weak (and nauseous). See why as the dynamic duo listen to some warm lovin' Wilson Phillips on Day Two!...
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The First Day of Mellowmas: Fruitcayyyyke!
...Because what could be a better Mellowmas beginning than a soul-scarring song about everyone's least favorite holiday treat?...
‘Twas the Day Before the First Day of Mellowmas
Like the grumpy warrior-poet Don Henley once rasped, “these times are so uncertain.” In this era of crumbling infrastructure, awful manners, and Sarah Palin, it’s hard to know what we...
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 15
In a world filled with awkward family holiday reunions, three men gather to remind you that it could be worse: you could be a Brady or Stewart Copeland. Join Jeff...
Live Music: The Weepies, Hiro Ballroom, New York, NY, 11/10/2010
Michael Parr reviews The Weepies' recent performance at the Hiro Ballroom in NYC....
Death by Power Ballad: Foreigner, “Waiting for a Girl Like You”
Rob Smith gives thanks for his friends, readers, and Foreigner's "Waiting for a Girl Like You."...
The Weekly Mixtape: Ethan’s Mix
Hi! This is Ethan. Well, technically, he’s Super Ethan in this picture. Which makes sense, ’cause Ethan is my super-awesome nephew. Ethan turned nine years old last month. Which means...
The Popdose Interview: The Weepies
Jason Hare catches up with Deb Talan and Steve Tannen of The Weepies following the release of their new record, Be My Thrill, and their first tour in four years....
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 14
What's the easiest way for a record company to take your money every holiday season? Box sets! Join Jeff Giles, Jason Hare and Dave Lifton for a discussion of the...
Popdose Flashback ’90: George Michael, “Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1″
Jason Hare reflects on the 20th anniversary of Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1 -- the beginning of the end for George Michael's US career....
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 12
Your Popdose Podcast hosts may be on vacation this month, but that doesn't mean we don't have fresh content for you! Episode 12 brings an hour's worth of excellent outtakes...
CHART ATTACK!: 7/30/88
Eric Carmen goes heavy on the Aqua Net, Jane Wiedlin makes googly-eyes at Jason Hare and Jeff Giles loses $20 -- it's all part of the latest edition of CHART...
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 11
The Popdose Podcast returns with yet another show devoid of a theme, but with an added bonus - alcohol!...
Soul Serenade: Bobby Brown, “Every Little Step”
OK, I admit it. I know fuck-all about Bobby Brown. Week after week I use this space to pontificate about the great soul music of the past. You put up...
Introducing Songwork: A Popdose Mini-Series
Writing a song is easy. You just bang out a chain of chords, always driving to the chorus as fast and as often as possible. Then you throw on some...
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 10
While there may not be a specific topic for Episode 10 of the Popdose Podcast, we promise you more intriguing and immature conversation between Jeff Giles, Jason Hare and Dave...
The Friday Mixtape: 6/4/10 — Queen Edition
Last year I reviewed the phenomenal book Queen: The Ultimate Illustrated History of the Crown Kings of Rock. Although I spent a couple of hours reading it before my review,...
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 9
Join Jeff Giles, Jason Hare and Dave Lifton for a fantastic discussion about Drooling Fanaticism with special guest Steve Almond, author of the book Rock and Roll Will Save Your...
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 8
In honor of Easter, join Jeff Giles, Jason Hare and Dave Lifton as they talk about resurrection -- pop culture style! It's all in Episode 8 of the Popdose Podcast!...
CD Review: Barenaked Ladies, “All in Good Time”
In a 1995 interview with Canada’s MuchMusic, Barenaked Ladies’ vocalist Steven Page attempted to describe his band’s new philosophy following the departure of keyboardist/percussionist Andy Creeggan. For a while, he...
Rock Court, Small Claims Division: Bruce Springsteen v. Tommy Tutone
All rise. The rules of this courtroom are simple. You will be presented with two songs, one by the plaintiff and one by the defendant. It is your task to...
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 7
On Episode 7 of the Popdose Podcast, your three favorite a**holes convene to discuss the science of a**holeology -- with a very special guest from the actual field. Our best...
Adventures Through the Mines of Mellow Gold 52
In his latest edition of Adventures Through the Mines of Mellow Gold, Jason Hare explores the phenomena of "gentle rocking," brought to us by a Lebanese Canadian hunk in 1974....
Adventures Through the Mines of Mellow Gold 51
Who the hell is Greg Guidry? Why is he goin' down, and apart from the usual, what does Michael McDonald have to do with all of this? Find out in...
DVD Review: “Genesis: The Movie Box 1981-2007″
The exhaustive Genesis re-release program comes to a close with this final DVD boxed set, containing five live concerts and much additional material. Jason Hare determines whether it's worth the...
Popdose Contest: DKNY Delicious Candy Apples Collection
Back in August, we here at Popdose were happy to run a contest sponsored by DKNY, featuring their DKNY Be Delicious fragrance. As I said back then, I love the...
The Popdose Podcast: Episode 6
Join us for Episode 6 of the Popdose Podcast, where Jeff Giles, Dave Lifton and Jason Hare celebrate Black History Month in their own unique way -- featuring very special...
Rock Court, Small Claims Division: The Romantics vs. John Mellencamp
All rise. The rules of this courtroom are simple. You will be presented with two songs, one by the plaintiff and one by the defendant. It is your task to...
Adventures Through the Mines of Mellow Gold 50: Mang!
Sing along with Jason Hare as he leads you down the path of smooth music, stopping to marvel at the genius of Chuck Mangione's "Feels So Good."...
Happy Birthday, “What a Fool Believes”
Thirty-one years ago this week, Michael McDonald and some other dudes released one of the greatest songs ever written. Happy birthday, "What a Fool Believes"!...