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Lost in the ’90s: Whale
Swedish trio Whale burst onto the alternative music scene in 1994, instantly making a splash on MTV with their video for “Hobo Humpin’ Slobo Babe,” a song about…what, exactly? Seeking candy, out of line
Read More »One More Yeesh
Don’t know if there’s anyone besides me still reading comic books, specifically The Amazing Spider-Man, but the powers that be just pulled a major Dallas-style boner — y’see, a lot of people don’t like
Read More »Lost in the ’80s: Pat Wilson, “Bop Girl”
If there’s one thing the ’80s had their fair share of, it’s annoying songs that one shouldn’t like, but just can’t help loving. “Method of Modern Love.” “99 Luftballons.” “Rock Me Amadeus.” And Pat
Read More »Zig-a-zig-ugh: How I Learned to Stop Bitching and Tolerate the Spice Girls
Fear and denial were my initial reactions when I was told by the boyfriend that we were going to see the Spice Girls Live! In Concert! Truthfully, I had my misgivings about losing the
Read More »The Popdose Guide to Pet Shop Boys, Part One
[Jefito's Note: Today begins a three-part Idiot's Guide to Pet Shop Boys, written with typical wit and flair by our pal John from Lost in the '80s. You read it on a regular basis,
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