Back in Time Brothers

Class of 1981

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1221452/fan_mail/new] Hop into the passenger seat and pull out your hairspray—the Back in Time Brothers are taking you on a high-octane trip back to 1981! In this episode, DJ Paulie and his brother Lou breakdown the historic pop culture, tectonic news shifts, and blockbusters that defined the dawn of the neon decade. From major world events to head-turning Hollywood hits, the guys look back at a year where the cultural landscape changed forever. Plus, DJ Britt joins the studio to count down the Top 5 Albums of the Class of '81. We're spinning double-tracks from the absolute bangers that ruled the airwaves: The J. Geils Band – Freeze-Frame Rick James – Street Songs Foreigner – 4 Stevie Nicks – Bella Donna The Go-Go’s – Beauty and the Beat What’s Packed in the Trunk This Week: 1981 Newsroom: The swearing-in of Ronald Reagan, the dramatic release of the Iranian hostages, the shocking assassination attempts on both the President and Pope John Paul II, and the monumental Supreme Court appointment of Sandra Day O'Connor. Box Office Blitz: A look back at the top-grossing films, including the birth of an icon in Raiders of the Lost Ark, comedy gold like Stripes and Arthur, and the terrifying slasher sequels of Halloween II and Friday the 13th Part 2. The Golden Era of TV: Celebrating the launch of MTV, the shoulder-pad glory of Dynasty, the gritty realism of Hill Street Blues, and the absolute madness of the Smurfs morning cartoon takeover. Rock Talk (The Dark Side): Todd Snyder drops by to unearth the wildest rock scandals of the year. Prepare yourself for Ozzy Osborne's legendary record label meeting, Wendy O. Williams' chainsaw-fueled legal battles, and the night Prince got pelted with fried chicken opening for the Rolling Stones. Retro Snacks: Digging into the kitchen cabinets of 1981 to talk about the rise of microwave popcorn, the introduction of Lean Cuisine, the debut of Panera Bread, and the confusing mechanics of the Bisquick "Impossible Pie". Tune in and Stay Retro! New Episodes: Every Monday at 1:00 PM Central at urlrad.io Listen Online: Catch up on past eras at backintimebrothers.com Network Hub: Check out more retro-wave content at retrowavemedia.com Shoutout to our fellow Snarfamaniacs!  Turn off the radio, dial in, and let the music play! The Back in Time Brothers radio show is a RetroWave production. Support the show [https://paypal.me/BackinTimeBrothers] Thanks for listening.  Join us each Monday at 1pm Central at www.urlradio.net and follow us on Facebook!

1995’s Greatest Guitar Riffs & Pop Culture Chaos!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1221452/fan_mail/new] Dust off your flannel and turn up the volume! The Back in Time Brothers are taking you on an immediate transport mission back to 1995—a legendary year where the wall of sound met the industrial groove. This week, DJ Paulie and Lou team up with DJ Britt to count down the top 10 most infectious, heavy, and melodic guitar hooks that lived in your head rent-free during the golden era of alternative rock. From the gritty Seattle sludge of Alice in Chains to the massive layered buzzsaw tones of The Smashing Pumpkins, we are cranking the amps all the way to 11! Plus, we dive into a hilarious connection involving rock royalty marriages and a notorious backstage affair. But we aren't just spinning records. The brothers are breaking down the massive, mind-blowing headlines that made 1995 absolutely unforgettable: * The News Room: We look back at the climax of the O.J. Simpson trial, the tragic Oklahoma City bombing, and the tech revolution of Windows 95. * The Silver Screen: How Toy Story effectively retired hand-drawn animation, Jim Carrey's historic $20 million salary, and the dark thriller Seven that left theater audiences in stunned silence. * Rock Talk (The Dark Side): Special guest Todd Snyder stops by to unpack the explosive rock scandals of '95, including the vitriolic "Battle of Britpop" between Blur and Oasis, Courtney Love crashing Madonna’s MTV interview, and Pearl Jam’s brutal war against Ticketmaster. * Retro Snacks: A nostalgic trip down the food aisle! We reminisce about the debut of Pizza Hut’s stuffed crust, the dangerously caffeinated Surge, Dunkaroos, and Planters PB Crisps. Whether you're a long-time loyal listener or tuning in from Germany, Japan, or Vietnam, grab a cold drink and get ready to rock. 🔗 Connect With Us! * Stream & Download Past Episodes: www.backintimebrothers.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://www.backintimebros.com]  * More Retro Goodness: Visit Xander over at www.retrowavemedia.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://www.retrowavemedia.com] Support the show [https://paypal.me/BackinTimeBrothers] Thanks for listening.  Join us each Monday at 1pm Central at www.urlradio.net and follow us on Facebook!

Pop Bangers & Rafter-Shaking Anthems!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1221452/fan_mail/new] Forget where you are and remember where you were—we are stepping into the Retro Wave Zone with the Back in Time Brothers! This week, DJ Paulie and Lou are dialing the time machine back 15 years to 2011, an absolute turning point for music where indie angst was traded for massive synths, floor-filling beats, and iconic vocals. From the rise of legendary British vocal powerhouses to the viral shuffling craze that took over every single dance floor, this episode is packed with bigger-than-life personalities and hooks that will be stuck in your head all week. Plus, DJ Britt joins the crew to count down the definitive top 10 pop bangers of the year! What’s Packaged in the Trunk This Week: * The Top 10 Pop Bangers Countdown: DJ Britt takes the wheel to break down 2011's heavy-hitting anthems! We blast through everything from Foster the People’s deceptively dark breakout hit "Pumped Up Kicks" and Jennifer Lopez & Pitbull's club shaker "On the Floor" to Nicki Minaj's game-changing "Super Bass," Bruno Mars' ultimate dramatic track "Grenade," and Adele's historic, Grammy-sweeping masterpiece "Rolling in the Deep". * 2011 Silver Screen Smash Hits: Lou and DJ Paulie count down the top 10 movies that dominated the box office. We’re talking The Hangover Part II (and the Mel Gibson casting drama) , the high-octane Fast Five bloopers , Team Edward vs. Team Jacob in Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part One , and Disney’s brilliant 3D box office heist with The Lion King. * TV Time: A look back at a shifting era of network television. The guys discuss Charlie Sheen’s infamous "Tiger Blood" meltdown and his replacement by Ashton Kutcher on Two and a Half Men , Hines Ward dominating Dancing with the Stars , and the unforgettable era of JLo and Steven Tyler judging American Idol. * Rock Talk (The Dark Side): Todd Snyder hops into the rock-and-roll time machine to cover the absolute chaos of 2011. From the Kings of Leon walking off a blistering Texas stage to the hilarious 55,000-signature petition to ban Nickelback from the Detroit Lions Thanksgiving halftime show. We also pause for a somber reflection on the tragic final performance and passing of the unforgettable Amy Winehouse. * Random Facts: The final curtain call for our favorite segment! Learn about Katy Perry tying Michael Jackson's Billboard record , the mind-blowing cost of minting a 2011 penny , the introduction of zombie ants , and Kim Kardashian's infamous 72-day marriage. * The Rips of 2011: A special tribute to the icons we lost, including tech visionary Steve Jobs , heavy-weight legend Smokin' Joe Frazier , the legendary Clarence Clemens , and Hollywood royalty Elizabeth Taylor. Connect With Us! Don't forget to stream, share, and keep downloading! * Official Show Website: www.backintimebrothers.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://www.backtimebros.com] * Retro Wave Network: Explore more great content and check out the new music video from Xander Brix at retrowavemedia.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://retrowwavedia.com]. * Mondays are Fundays: Catch new episodes of the Back in Time Brothers every Monday at 1:00 PM Central at www.theurlradio.com! Next Episode Teaser: Get ready to shred! We are heading to 1995 to count down the greatest, most iconic guitar riffs of the 90s alternative boom! Hit play, turn up the volume to shake the rafters, and let the music play! Bazinga! Support the show [https://paypal.me/BackinTimeBrothers] Thanks for listening.  Join us each Monday at 1pm Central at www.urlradio.net and follow us on Facebook!

Space Jams: The Cosmic Countdown

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1221452/fan_mail/new] Prepare for immediate transport to the golden era as you enter the Retro Wave Zone with the Back in Time Brothers. This week, Lou and DJ Paulie are blasting off into the great unknown to explore the "Space Jams"—a cosmic mix of space-themed music, cinematic masterpieces, and chilling UFO encounters. The Countdown: Top 10 Space Tracks DJ Britt leads us through a stellar countdown of tracks that defined our obsession with the final frontier. * The Heavy Hitters: From the improvisational 1972 anthem "Space Trucking" by Deep Purple to the funky hip-hop transmissions of the Beastie Boys' "Intergalactic". * Atmospheric Voyages: Dive into the "spacey" vibes of Radiohead’s "Subterranean Homesick Alien" and the high-energy reflection of Switchfoot’s "Stars". * The Legends: Experience Elton John’s lonely journey in "Rocket Man" and the spiritual poetry of The Beatles' "Across the Universe". * The Major Tom Connection: We follow the character's evolution from Peter Schilling’s synth-pop hit "Major Tom" to the ultimate double-shot from the "Man Who Fell to Earth," David Bowie, with "Starman" and "Space Oddity". The Silver Screen & The Small Screen The brothers break down the greatest sci-fi franchises and series of all time: * Cinematic Giants: A countdown featuring the physics-bending visuals of Interstellar , the survival grit of The Martian , and the undisputed king of space opera, Star Wars. * TV Classics: From the 80s nostalgia of Stranger Things and the truth-seeking of The X-Files to the legendary, mind-bending marathons of The Twilight Zone. Screen Talk: The Dark Side of Sci-Fi Todd Snyder joins the show for a special "Screen Talk" segment, uncovering the deadly and dystopian side of the genre. He explores the tragic onset accident of Twilight Zone: The Movie , the global bans of A Clockwork Orange , and the bizarre production disasters of The Island of Dr. Moreau. UFO Files: Encounters of the Retro Kind Lou and Paulie dive into ten of the most compelling UFO stories in history. They discuss the Roswell incident , the mass sighting of the Phoenix Lights in Arizona , and the terrifying abduction story of Travis Walton. Don't forget to tune in! * Check out all our episodes at www.backintimebrothers.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.backtimebros.com] or find us on iTunes and Spotify.  It’s time to rock and roll through the cosmos! Support the show [https://paypal.me/BackinTimeBrothers] Thanks for listening.  Join us each Monday at 1pm Central at www.urlradio.net and follow us on Facebook!

Class of 1983 – Synthesizers, Speeders, and the Dark Side

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1221452/fan_mail/new] Episode Description: Class of 1983 – Synthesizers, Speeders, and the Dark Side Buckle up and prepare for immediate transport to the golden era! This week, the Back in Time Brothers, Lou and DJ Paulie, are cracking open the vault on 1983—a year that redefined FM radio and brought us some of the most iconic pop culture moments of all time.  From the birth of the Macintosh to the debut of Chicken McNuggets, 1983 was a massive year for innovation and "great cuisine." We’re diving deep into the random facts, the box office smashes, and the TV hits that kept us glued to the screen.  Inside This Episode: * The Top 10 Movies: We revisit the year Ewoks ruled the galaxy in Return of the Jedi, Tom Cruise slid into legend in Risky Business, and Eddie Murphy took us to the streets in Trading Places.  * The TV Landscape: A look back at the era of nighttime soaps like Dallas and Dynasty, the high-octane action of The A-Team, and why everyone was talking about Magnum P.I.  * The Rips of '83: We pay tribute to the legends we lost, from the velvety voice of Karen Carpenter to the "Spirit of the Beach Boys," Dennis Wilson.  * Rock Talk – The Dark Side: Todd Snyder joins us for a gritty look at the shadows of the stage. Hear the wild stories of Ozzy Osbourne’s bat incident fallout, the one-way bus ticket that led to the birth of Megadeth, and the tragic final days of Marvin Gaye.  The 1983 Countdown with DJ Britt: DJ Britt spins two tracks each from five banger albums that defined the sound of the early '80s:  1. The Police – Synchronicity  2. Def Leppard – Pyromania  3. Huey Lewis & The News – Sports  4. David Bowie – Let’s Dance  5. Journey – Frontiers  Whether you're nostalgic for 96-cent gas or just want to remember where you were when Thriller premiered, this episode has it all.  Turn off the radio and let the brothers take control—it's time to go back in time!  Listen & Connect: * Website: www.backintimebros.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://www.backintimebros.com]  * Catch us live every Monday at 1:00 PM Central!  Support the show [https://paypal.me/BackinTimeBrothers] Thanks for listening.  Join us each Monday at 1pm Central at www.urlradio.net and follow us on Facebook!