60 Songs That Explain the '90s

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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“F--k and Run”—Liz Phair

Episode Date: January 18, 2023

Rob looks back at ‘Ferris Bueller's Day Off’ when diving into Liz Phair’s “F--k and Run” and the rest of her career. Host: Rob Harvilla Guest: Sam Lip...

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Mailbag

Episode Date: December 21, 2022

Rob is joined by ‘Bandsplain’ host Yasi Salek to read some of your fan mail and answer questions. Why do you live in Ohio? Which band do you regret no...

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“Walk”—Pantera

Episode Date: October 26, 2022

Bring your electric guitars and join us as Rob dives into the world of heavy metal when taking a look back at Pantera’s certified head smasher, “Walk....

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“Sabotage”—Beastie Boys

Episode Date: July 20, 2022

Rob dives into the Beastie Boys' evolution from frat boy rap group to enlightened men while he looks back at the anthem that is “Sabotage.” Host: Rob...

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“Closer”—Nine Inch Nails

Episode Date: July 13, 2022

Rob reminisces about the first time he heard “Closer” by Nine Inch Nails, the state of industrial rock during that time, and his deep love for Trent R...

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“Real Love”—Mary J. Blige

Episode Date: June 29, 2022

Rob explores the making of Mary J. Blige and Method Man’s “I’ll Be There For You / You’re All I Need,” the pain in Mary’s music and real life, and muc...

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“Doll Parts”—Hole

Episode Date: June 15, 2022

Rob looks back at the Los Angeles based band Hole, the pain within the lyrics of “Doll Parts,” and Courtney Love coping with the death of Kurt Cobain....