Artist- Garbage Song- I think I’m Paranoid I didn’t hear this song when it initially released, I came across it on the Gran Turismo 2 soundtrack (one of the greatest video game soundtracks outside of the FIFA franchise). But this song would become a huge hit internationally.

Artist- The Mac Band Song- Roses Are Red Another good song the great Babyface. This song didn’t catch on as well as it should have. Without Babyface their second album was not nearly as successful as this. But it’s cool that all of the brothers still work in music today.

Film-Stormy Weather Cab Calloway & His Orchestra Dancers- The Nicholas Brothers Song- Jumpin Jive One of the best dance scenes in a film. The full scene is incredible.

Artist- Dan Hartman Song- I Can Dream About You One thing I really appreciate about Dan Hartman was his honestly. He wanted his music to have mass appeal. Performing pop, soul, rock, disco, he dabbled in everything.

Italian #DavideSabadine produced some of the most successful #ItaloDisco hits of the #80s from #FlexiCowboys #PeopleFromMars #LadyBird #PremioNobel & #Yagmur’s 1987 #NewBeat club hit “Ali Baba”- a much beloved Starck favorite #80sMusic #80sRetro #1980s #80sNostalgia youtu.be/LoSE7wahIBg?...

Artist- Steely Dan Song- Do It Again Steely Dan is an act that you can’t put into any particular box or genre. It’s just music. I think that’s what makes their music so lendable to sampling.

Artist- The Doobie Brothers Song- What a Fool Believes Can’t ever get enough of Michael McDonald’s vocals, and the way the band harmonizes, really a lost art.

Artist- Gary Clark Jr Song- Come Together Such a talented artist and guitarist. His YouTube is FILLED with great covers and original works.

Artist- Toni Braxton Song- Love Shoulda Brought You Home Written by the GREAT Babyface. You can tell a Babyface song as soon as you hear it. Originally written for Anita Baker. Toni Braxton usually gets left off 90’s RnB list, but I would put her right up there with anyone.

German singer #GeorgeMonroe enjoyed modest success in 1989 (as “Sugar Toe Monroe”) when his cover of #TommyRoe’s #1 UK hit “Dizzy” invaded European clubs but it was his 1987 cover of #10CC’s #1 UK hit “I’m Not In Love” that became a much beloved #StarckClub classic #1980s youtu.be/-6nv9-t6Js0?...

Artist- Moby Song- Porcelain Originally Moby didn’t like this song and almost left it off the album altogether. The title of the song is a double entendre. "Porcelain is fragile and white, and I am fragile and white...when I relapsed...I did a lot of throwing up into porcelain things."

Artist- Daniel Bedingfield Song- Gotta Get Thru This This song was sooo far ahead of its time. It was made on his computer in his room, along with a few other songs.

Should’ve figured he is a fellow Leo. Zeppelin IV is the best album imo.

#Essex #NewWave group #ModernEnglish were originally “The Lepers” but new keyboardist #StephenWalker refused to join unless they changed the band’s name- they had 6 UK Top40 hits though the 1984 #StarckClub fave “Hands Across The Sea” failed to chart in the UK #80sMusic youtu.be/sfMV7B6zosw?...

Artist- Phantogram Song- Fall In Love I’ve been listening to Phantogram for the last few days. A really eclectic group, sounds like MGMT (post oracular spectacular) with an RnB edge. Sounds amazing.

Artist- Caitlin Cannon Song- Love Addict I’ve never been able to get into classic country, nothing wrong, it’s not bad. Just not my cup of tea. But some of the modern artist have grown in me just a bit. Here’s a good one.

Artist- Pino Donaggio Song- Lo Che Non Vivo (senza te) One of the greatest songwriters and musicians. Looking into classic Italian musicians, Pino constantly comes up. I love a great film soundtrack and score, known for his works in European and American film, here’s probably his most notable song

Artist- Joy Division Song- Love Will Tear Us Apart There’s so much story and context behind this song, almost impossible to do it justice in a caption. Rest in peace Ian Curtis.

Artist- Dej Loaf Song- No Fear Multi-talented and underrated. One of the few artist that can go back and forth between different genres.

Artist- Muddy Waters Song- Hoochie Coochie Man Two great sounds that don’t get enough recognition as stand out “sounds” are the Philly soul sound and the Chicago blues sound. One of those most recognizable post World War II blues tracks, Hoochie Coochie man

A side project of #AlJourgensen of #Ministry & #IanMacKay of #MinorThreat, #Pailhead fused hardcore #Industrial music with #PunkRock- Starckers loved this potent synergy & Pailhead’s punchy 1989 cut “Don’t Stand In Line” #80sMusic #Dallas #1980s #80s #Fugazi #Darkwave youtu.be/UHSuEKmviMI?...

Artist- DeBarge Song- I Like It I think Ray and I could should do a show with the best performances from Soul Train and Showtime At The Apollo Theater. The first hit from the DeBarge family would be sample by a ton of artist, LL Cool J, Beyonce, Grand Puba, Wreckx-n-Effect, and Warren G.

Artist- Joy Division/New Order Song- Bizarre Love Triangle For me, this encapsulates what the 89’s looked like. One of New Order’s most recognizable songs.

Scottish #NewWave band #FictionFactory scored a hit in 1984 with their single “Feels Like Heaven.” Music critic #DavidOkamoto called it ‘the song #SpandauBallet would kill for… one of the prettiest singles of the year’ – it was a beloved early #StarckClub fave #80sMusic youtu.be/KQBoeBgb0uk?...

Artist- The White Stripes Song- Hello Operator I was pleasantly surprised to see The White Stripes on the list of candidates for the rock hall of fame. Some of their work before the White Blood Cells album gets overlooked a bit. Here’s one of my favorites, from the De Stijl album.

All love to the playlist100 and the great lads responsible for it. I'll take this version though. youtu.be/zZQh4IL7unM?...

Artist- Mariah Carey Song- Vision Of Love I had no idea Mariah Carey’s Rock And Roll Hall of Fame candidacy would be a hot topic. Figured she was a shoe in off of numbers alone. There’s some tough competition this year, but Ray and I both think she gets in this year.

Artist- Gang start Song- You Know My Steez This song shows the great versatility of primo. I remember first hearing this song back in the day thinking it was a kid capri beat. And as usual guru delivers.

Artist- TOOL Song- Schism As a drummer, this was a very difficult song to learn. Even with the sheet music I struggle with this. I REALLY appreciate the artistry in this song.

Originally released by Tito Puente in 1962, the song gained worldwide recognition when Santana released his version in 1971. The Hammond B-3 organ is often referenced when it comes to blues, soul, and metal. It’s put to great use in this song.

Artist- Faith Evans Song- You Used To Love Me I think Faith Evans is one of the artist that gets overshadowed from the crowded 90’s. This song was originally meant for the group Total.

Artist- Matt And Kim Song- Good Ol Fashion Nightmare One of my favorite bands. They were featured heavily on the tv show Community. This is one of the bands that got me into indie/indie pop. Stripped down and simple.

Artist- Depeche Mode Song- Just Can’t Get Enough I never realized how big this song was until I saw a Celtics vs Rangers soccer game. This song is right up there with the best sports anthems ever.

Artist- Nina Simone Song- I Put A Spell On You There’s not much I can add or say about this amazing performance. Just in awe.

Artist- Kana-Boon Song- Naimononedari One of my favorite bands out of Japan. Some of you may know the band from the anime Naruto, they have had a few songs featured on the credits. But I love this sound and the concept behind the video. An awesome time.

Artist- Yeah Yeah Yeahs Songs- Maps One of the most popular songs of the early 2000’s. Beyonce would also interpolate lyrics from this for her Lemonade single. I love the stripped down sound the Yeah Yeah Yeahs offered here.

Artist- Sonic Youth Song- Youth Against Fascism I don’t think this song needs a catchy caption. The title is self explanatory. Think the folks on Bluesky will appreciate this one.

A great way to ease into your Saturday. My favorite era of hip hop is the jazz raps era, any song that has a nice sax line always catches my ear. Artist- Souls of Mischief Song- 93 ‘Til Infinity

The roots of goth music dates back to this 1950’s CLASSIC. Even though some may not consider this a gothic song, this is where the seeds were planted. Ironically Hawkins wasn’t too found of the “screamin” moniker. Artist- Screamin’ Jay Hawkins Song- I Put A Spell On You (1956)

There’s just something about this song that really gets you going. The ebb and flows, the symbols crashing, the thumping bassline. Artist- System of A Down Song- Toxicity

Artist- Pink Floyd Song- Another Brick In The Wall

Artist- Simply Red Song- Holding Back The Years The song was originally written by Mick Hucknall when he was a member of the band Frantic Elevators at just 17 years old.

Artist- Easy Freak, Langa Mavuso Song- All I Want So I was listening/looking for some South African R&B and I came across Langa Mavuso which lead to me Easy Freak. This song is sooo damn good. Give them a listen.

Artist- Feid Song- CHORRITO PA LAS ANIMAS One of my favorite songs of the last couple of years. Feid is just coming off his highly successful world tour: Ferxxocalipsis World Tour. A nice song for the hump day commute.

Artist- Caitlin Cannon Song- Beggar My country music knowledge is dicey at best, just not my cup of tea. But this artist and song REALLY stood out to me on the first listen. She’s one of my favorites currently from the genre.

Artist- Nas Song- Still Dreaming Probably my favorite song from the “Hip Hop Is Dead” album. There’s a hidden gem or two on the album, even though it underwhelmed commercially.

45 YEARS AGO - On this day in 1980, up 13 places to No.7 was... Please Don't Go by KC & The Sunshine Band www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwrV... #80sMusic #80s #Eighties

CALL THE COPS. HAPPY MONDAYS // Step On The band’s cover of the John Kongos track ‘He’s Gonna Step On You Again’. Shaun Ryder observed: “I suppose it’s about how Ecstasy made the white man dance, innit?” #HAPPYMONDAYS

Artist- Jamiroquai Song- Emergency On Planet Earth What do you get when you mix hip hop, funk, rock, jazz, disco, and soul? You get Acid Jazz. This song features a sick bass line from Stuart Zender and some great vocals.