Say What You Will Podcast
Dive headfirst into the world of 1980s rock music with the Say What You Will Podcast, the ultimate time machine for audiophiles and rock enthusiasts alike. Each episode takes you back exactly 40 years to relive and reassess the groundbreaking albums of the decade that defined an era. From deep dives into legendary releases like Scorpions’ Blackout to the epic power of Dio’s Holy Diver, the hosts unpack the stories behind the music, the artists, and the cultural shifts that made the 80s unforgettable. Blending sharp musical critiques, personal anecdotes, and a dash of humor, the podcast bridges the gap between nostalgia and discovery. Whether you’re an 80s music veteran or a curious newcomer, the Say What You Will Podcast is more than a trip down memory lane—it’s an invitation to experience these albums anew. Are they still as groundbreaking as they felt back then, or has time dulled their edge? Join the conversation, challenge your favorites, and rediscover the albums that shaped a generation.
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Alright, buckle up, rock fans! Forty years ago, 1985 unleashed some serious hair! We had Night Ranger, seasoned pros on their "7 Wishes" tour – probably wishing for less hairspray and more encores.
Then came Stryper, "Soldiers Under Command," boldly going where no bumblebee-themed band had gone before. Were their guitar picks blessed?
And let's not forget White Lion, fresh out of the den with "Fight to Survive." Talk about a "mane"...
This month, we review rock albums from April 1985 to see if they still shred or should’ve stayed on cassette. Expect hot takes, big riffs, and bigger opinions—because while we’re definitely not professionals, we are passionate… and maybe a little tone-deaf.
Keel - Right to rock
The Firm - The Firm
The Cult - Love
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Dennis, Mark, and Derek talk with renowned rock journalist Steve Rosen, who has contributed to Guitar World and Guitar Player and is the author of the fantastic book Tonechaser. In this podcast episode, Steve shares his journey in rock journalism and recounts his first meeting with Edward in 1977. We take a slightly different approach to discussing the book, leading to some engaging conversation points with Steve.
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March of 1985 was a slim month for rock album releases, but we pushed through a couple of opposite albums in rock. Since March Madness began, we did our own March Music Madness.
- Bon Jovi - 7800° Fahrenheit
- Slayer - Hell Awaits
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We review the first three Rock albums from 1985. Do they hold up today? We disagree with a few. We also reviewed last year's predictions and made some new ones for 2025.
- ZZ Top - Afterburner
- Loudness - Thunder in the east
- AC/DC - Fly on the wall
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We are back! There was a slight delay, but we are kicking off the year by remembering the mighty John Sykes. If you have been listening to the podcast, his name comes up a lot. He was a true inspiration to the music we love. We give our top 5 Sykes songs he wrote or co-wrote.
We also talked about the following podcasts.
EP 7 - Thin Lizzy - Thunder and Lightning.
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Once lost but now found! I thought we lost the recording, but we were able to piece it together in the final mix. In this episode, we review the 1984 albums from the podcast and rate our top five. Play our yearly BS game show at the end, too!
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This month, we're spinning some October '84 rock: The Cult's "Dreamtime," Fastway's "All Fired Up," & Deep Purple's "Perfect Strangers." We found some gems, some... interesting choices. Do they still echo in the halls of rock Valhalla, or just in dusty record bins? Sound off and tell us!
- The Cult - Dreamtime - Fastway - All Fired Up - Deep Purple - Perfect Strangers
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September 1984 in rock. We look back on the following rock album released 40 years ago. The podcast is now two years old!
At the end of the podcast, we continue with "Name that album year," remembering some great albums before 1982.
- DOKKEN - Tooth and Nail
- Queensryche - The Warning
- Iron Maiden - Powerslave
Do you agree? Do they hold up?
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It was August 1984 in rock. We look back on rock album releases 40 years ago. It was another summer night recording outside.
At the end of the podcast, we continue with "Name that album year," remembering some great albums before 1982.
- W.A.S.P - W.A.S.P
- Hanoi Rocks - Two Steps From The Move
- Y&T - In Rock We Trust
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July 1984 was a WAY better month for rock album releases 40 years ago. Our "professional" analysis and debate whether these albums are still rocking or should be left to gather dust in a time capsule. Let the musical mayhem commence!!!
At the end of the podcast, we continue the "name that date game" to remember some great albums before 1982..
- Metallica - Ride the lighting
- Sammy Hagar - VOA
- Dio - Last in line
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June 1984 was a tough month for rock album releases, but we look back at those released 40 years ago. We'll be doling out our "professional" analysis and debating whether these albums are still rocking or if they should be left to gather dust in a time capsule. Let the musical mayhem commence!!
We play a fun little game at the end to remember some great albums before 1982.
- Ted Nugent - Penetrator
- Loudness - Disillusion
- Gary Mo...
May is ending, and this month, we're looking back at rock albums released 40 years ago. We will provide our "professional analysis" and discuss whether these albums still hold up today.
- Autograph - Sign In Please
- Kiss - Animalized
- Twisted Sister - Stay Hungry
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Almost late Monday, we reviewed rock albums released 40 years ago from April 1984—our twist and whether or not they hold up today.
- Whitesnake - Slide It In
- HSAS - Through The Fire
- RUSH - Grace Under Pressure
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In true Spinal Tap fashion, I mucked up the end of our podcast recording. Let's be honest. The podcast could be about ten minutes shorter anyway! Friday, we reviewed rock albums released 40 years ago from March1984—our twist and whether or not they hold up today.
- Great White - Great White
- Scorpions - Love at first sting
- Spinal Tap - This is Spinal Tap
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Friday, we reviewed rock albums released 40 years ago from February 1984—our twist and whether or not they hold up today.
- Saxon - Crusader
- Europe - Wings of Tomorrow
- RATT - Out of The Cellar
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Friday, we reviewed rock albums released 40 years ago from January 1984—our twist and whether or not they hold up today.
- Van Halen - 1984
- Judas Priest - Defenders of the Faith
- Bon Jovi - Bon Jovi
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We had a great time ranking our top 5 albums from 1983 in our latest episode. Unfortunately, there was a microphone issue with Dennis, so please listen carefully. In addition, we added a special bonus at the end to make up for something we forgot. We appreciate your support throughout the year and would be grateful if you could share our podcast with others. Thank you for listening!
What were your top five?
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Three rock albums were released in November 1983. Well...Accept was in December, but we discussed this during the podcast. We hope you enjoy it and encourage you to share it with others.
- Y&T - Mean Streak
- Accept - Balls to the wall
- Ozzy Osbourne - Bark at the Moon
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In October 1983, three rock albums made their debut. This weekend, we took the time to review these albums, and our podcast episode featuring these reviews will be released tomorrow morning. We hope you find it enjoyable, and we encourage you to share it with others.
- Riot - Born in America
- Night Ranger - Midnight Madness
- Alcatraz - No parol Rom Rock 'n' Roll
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