Yacht Rock is the smooth rock of the 70's & 80's. Forgotten Hits are songs you know, but radio no longer plays.
The Erica Lee's Podcasts podcast is a delightful find for anyone who has fond memories of listening to Erica on the radio years ago. Her familiar voice and excellent playlist make for a joyful listening experience that brings back all the nostalgia of those car rides and workout sessions. It's like reconnecting with an old friend and rediscovering why you loved them in the first place.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is Erica's ability to curate a wide variety of music and themes that cater to all tastes. Whether you're into rock, pop, jazz, or any other genre, there is always something for everyone in her compilations. The unique and recurring themes she presents add an extra layer of excitement as you never know what you're going to get next. It keeps things fresh and keeps listeners engaged.
Another great aspect of Erica's podcasts is their informative nature. She not only provides fantastic music but also shares interesting tidbits about the artists, songs, or genres she features. It adds depth to the listening experience and allows you to discover new things about your favorite musicians or explore new ones you may not have heard before. It's like having your own personal music expert guiding you through each episode.
While it may be difficult to find any flaws in such an enjoyable podcast, one minor downside could be the sporadic release schedule. As a listener eagerly waiting for new episodes, it can sometimes be frustrating when there are long gaps between releases. However, this is just a small nitpick that doesn't take away from the overall quality of Erica's work.
In conclusion, The Erica Lee's Podcasts podcast is a gem for fans of music and radio nostalgia alike. With Erica's familiar voice and excellent playlist curation, it feels like reconnecting with an old friend who still knows how to entertain and delight. Her informative nature and diverse range of themes ensure that there is always something for everyone in each episode. Despite the occasional lapse in release schedule, Erica's work continues to bring joy and brightness to the day of anyone who listens.
Erica plays songs from some of the artists who've died since the last episode in 2023.
It's Memorial Day weekend 1984, and these were some of the big hits you were hearing on your radio.
Erica in her element, playing a baker's dozen smooth rock tunes of the 70's & 80's that are a hallmark of the format. Steely Dan, Kenny Loggins, Boz Scaggs, Christopher Cross, Doobie Brothers, and more...
Erica plays songs from country artists who crossed over onto the pop charts.
5-5-79 Erica picks a random week during the decade and counts down songs that were in the top 40 that week.
Four years ago I wanted to do something for the people who made a donation toward the upkeep of my podcasts. So, I asked them for song requests. It went so well I wanted to keep it going...and now here we are for a 5th round. Enjoy!
Episode 2 of 4 in a series featuring songs that peaked at #5 on Billboard's Hot 100.
Another quirky mix of songs where the common thread is that they're all used to try to sell you stuff.
Big hits you remember, but don't hear anymore. All made it into the top 40 on Billboard's Hot One Hundred. In other words, Casey Kasem played them on AT 40. Be prepared to sing along!
Erica plays songs especially for fans of magazines like Tiger Beat, Flip, and Teen
It's spring break 1986 and these were some of the big hits you were hearing on your radio.
Potpourri, like the Jeopardy category, is a catch-all of songs that didn't make it into a particular theme show.
Erica in her element, playing a baker's dozen smooth rock tunes of the 70's & 80's that are a hallmark of the format. Steely Dan, Kenny Loggins, Boz Scaggs, Christopher Cross, Doobie Brothers, and more...
Erica plays more songs with the word time in the title.
Episode 1 of 4 in a series featuring songs that peaked at #5 on Billboard's Hot 100.
Another quirky mix of songs where the common thread is that they're all used to try to sell you stuff.
12-12-70 Erica picks a random week during the decade and counts down songs that were in the top 40 that week.
Erica plays songs with the word Star in the title.
Big hits you remember, but don't hear anymore. All made it into the top 40 on Billboard's Hot One Hundred. In other words, Casey Kasem played them on AT 40. Be prepared to sing along!
It's the first week of January 1982 and these were some of the big hits you were hearing on your radio.
Erica plays more songs with the word time in the title.
Erica in her element, playing a baker's dozen smooth rock tunes of the 70's & 80's that are a hallmark of the format. Steely Dan, Pablo Cruise, Boz Scaggs, Christopher Cross, Doobie Brothers, and more...
The 4th and final episode of the series featuring songs that peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
It's Thanksgiving week 1987 and these were some of the big hits that you were hearing on your radios.
Erica plays some favorites which were produced by the late legend, Quincy Jones.
Another quirky mix of songs where the common thread is that they're all used to try to sell you stuff.
It's the week of Halloween in 1985, and these were some of the hit songs you were listening to on your radio.
A special double episode of Forgotten Hits with a little twist.
Erica plays more songs with the word time in the title.
Erica in her element, playing a baker's dozen smooth rock tunes of the 70's & 80's that are a hallmark of the format. Steely Dan, Pablo Cruise, Boz Scaggs, Christopher Cross, Doobie Brothers, and more...
Part 3 of a 4 part series featuring songs that peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Erica plays songs that turned 60 in 2024
Erica plays songs with titles that are just a single word-repeated.
6-1-74 Erica picks a random week during the decade and counts down songs that were in the top 40 that week.
It's Labor Day weekend in 1989, and these were the hit songs you were listening to on your radio.
Another quirky mix of songs where the common thread is that they're all used to try to sell you stuff.
Erica plays more songs in which the titles contain highway, road, street...you get the picture.
Big hits you remember, but don't hear anymore. All made it into the top 40 on Billboard's Hot One Hundred. In other words, Casey Kasem played them on AT 40. Be prepared to sing along!
Erica plays songs with the word time in the title.
Erica plays her favorites from Rufus & from Chaka's solo career.
Erica in her element, playing a baker's dozen smooth rock tunes of the 70's & 80's that are a hallmark of the format. Steely Dan, Pablo Cruise, Boz Scaggs, Kenny Loggins, Doobie Brothers, Toto and more..
Part 2 of a 4 part series featuring songs that peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
It's the week of July 4th, 1983. These songs are some of the big hits that were playing on your radios, so let the reminiscing begin!
4-8-78 Erica picks a random week during the decade and counts down songs that were in the top 40 that week.
Erica plays songs with King, Queen and other royal titles in their titles.
Another quirky mix of songs where the common thread is that they're all used to try to sell you stuff.