Eric and Eric discuss, give songfacts, and the history of a song a week by the Electric Light Orchestra.
Eric is keyed up for the Super Bowl! Eric's early radio appearances. Wes does a heartfelt song about his mom's bird. And Eric let's his Funk flag fly. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
When the road is washed out by a storm, the straights meet the creepers in an old dark house. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
A pile of songs entered the Pop chart 100 years ago this week. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Although only a minor hit in the U.S., "Video Killed the Radio Star" topped the charts in a number of countries, and Buggles' 1979 The Age of Plastic became a hit in many countries. It was popular enough that Trevor Horn and Geoff Downes, the two main members of the band, were asked to join Yes for their Drama album in 1980. When Yes broke up the plan was to make another Buggles album, only Downes got recruited into Asia. Horn went ahead anyway, using demos and new songs, to create the second, and last album by the band. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ericwincentsen728 Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
The top 40 songs this week in 1959. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Ma-Ma-Ma Belle calls again with Mike Hudson, and snippets of the cover versions. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ELOPod Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
Eric takes stock of his life, and Mistress Sam asks him 10 dirty questions. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Eric just keeps digging himself deeper into a friend's boobs. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
We're entertaining you! The least you could do is throw a dollar our way every week! Talk back to us at 623-850-3375 Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ELOPod Subscribe to EPJ's comic strip at https://www.patreon.com/LNTCS
Summer is DEAD! So let's celebrate with songs about Fall! Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Although he was already popular with fans of Dr. Demento, "Weird Al" Yankovic scored a top-40 hit with "Eat It" in 1984 from the album In 3-D, and followed it up with one of the best comedy albums ever in Dare to Be Stupid. It seemed that a "Weird Al" parody was just the thing an artist needed to be relevant. Or, that was what his label Scotti Bros. thought. Instead of letting him do what he does best, they started making suggestions. Combine that with a year that didn't produce the greatest pop songs and we get the first dud from the master of parody, Polka Party!. onate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ericwincentsen728 Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
The top 40 songs this week in 1959. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Another day breaks. This time with Mike Hudson's commentary shining in the sky. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ELOPod Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
Eric has a small request: To have enough money to fill a Death Star. And he tries to raise money for rent with a sexual torture dungeon. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
It's two spooky movies from the 1900s. the 1910 version of Frankenstein, and the 1907 French film La Maison Ensorcelée. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Some fun for the radio history nerds. On September 21, 1939 WJSV recorded it's entire broadcast day from the 6 a.m. sign on to the 1:02 a.m. sign off. Here's the whole thing in one track. If you start this at 6 am and let it play, the time checks will match exactly. It's like you're listening live! Why post this now, instead of on the 21st? To give you plenty of time to download it, and have it ready for the festivities of WJSV Day on September 21st!
Last week everyone got liquored up, now it's time to put a stop to that. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
The Stranger was the album that, after a decade of setbacks, finally made Billy Joel a success. It was no surprise it's follow-up, 1978's 52nd Street, debuted at number one. The sound was a bit jazzier - it was named after the street that hosted a number of famous jazz clubs - and it still produced a number of hits. It would, however, find itself in thrift store bins within a few years of its release, and ultimately sell a bit less than its predecessor. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ericwincentsen728 Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
The top 40 songs this week in 1959. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
A new world rises again with Mike Hudson, and a snippet of the Rap song that sampled this song. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ELOPod Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
Young Eric throws a horse show at the TV. Old Eric lashes out at the gullible. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
In the pilot episode of our new scripted (attempted) comedy podcast, Eric loses his job at a Lego store, and tries to figure out what to do. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Hard hitting discussion about a dream, teeth-removal, and food. Talk back to us at 623-850-3375 Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173. Subscribe to EPJ's comic strip at https://www.patreon.com/LNTCS
A.B.C. Always Be Chugging. It's all about getting liquored up in this episode. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Born to Run made Bruce Springsteen a star, but he had a major problem with manager and producer Mike Appel. Appel wanted to control how Springsteen's career went while the Boss thought he should definitely be the boss. It came to legal blows, delaying the recording and release of a new album for three years. When Darkness on the Edge of Town was released in 1978 it had a darker tone than its predecessors and a more focused lyrical style. At first a critical and commercial disappointment, it is now considered one of his best albums. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ericwincentsen728 Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
The top 40 songs this week in 1959. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Oh, no, not Susan again. And she's got Mike Hudson with her! Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ELOPod Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
Eric Rockarokies, Bradon does a song for Jessi from Casa Grande. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
EFFFFF EMMMMM, no story at all... Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Recorded June 3, 2025 Tuesday 9:53 am. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
School days are here again. And so are the songs. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Thompson Twins combined intelligent lyrics, sparking synth-pop and a unique visual image to spawn an international hit with their 1984 album Into the Gap. For the follow-up they didn't change the formula much, but producer Alex Sadkin was out and, eventually, former Chic guitarist Nile Rodgers was in. Several factors delayed production of the album but, in the end, it was still a moderate success, although nowhere near as good as the two that came before it. https://www.patreon.com/ericwincentsen728
The top 40 songs this week in 1959. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
The Bluebird is not dead. He's pining for new commentary from Mike Hudson, and snippets of cover versions. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ELOPod Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
Eric's testerone level doesn't need reviving, and someone stole his pizza!!! Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
A little boy creates a magic Christmas tree, and hold Santa hostage. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Wincentsen gets his teeth ripped out of his head. And Johnson's in-depth interview with is close, personal friend Richard Cheese. Talk back to us at 623-850-3375 Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173. patreon.com/ericwincentsen728 Subscribe to EPJ's comic strip at https://www.patreon.com/LNTCS Or buy his book of toons.
It's all about the dirtiest 4-letter word ever...WORK! Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Foreigner was immediately popular from the start, with their 1977 album being a major hit. Things just got better until 1981's 4, which spawned a number of hit singles and hand multi-Platinum success. When Agent Provocateur was released in late 1984 it produced a number one hit with "I Want to Know What Love Is", but failed to reach the heights of its predecessor. https://www.patreon.com/ericwincentsen728
The top 40 songs this week in 1959. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
New commentary from Mike Hudson, and a cover version, and a sampled version in this updated version of an old episode. onate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ELOPod Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
Working to end the scourge of Masturbation! Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
If you thought Galactica 1980 was stupid, wait till you see this Battlestar Galactica. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
A busy restaurant on a Friday Night. Recorded May 30, 2025 Friday 7:30 PM, 54th Street Bar & Grill. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Let's all get some pussy in this episode! Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
Achtung Baby was an even bigger hit for U2 than The Joshua Tree. With a change of sound they increased their worldwide fandom yet continued to make challenging music. During a lull in their tour they decided to make a quick EP of new material, but that soon expanded into 1992's Zooropa. While still a hit with fans and critics it would signal a turnaround in the fortunes for the Irish band.
The top 40 songs this week in 1959. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
There's gonna be another showdown. This time with Mike Hudson, and a covers medley. Donate to the podcast through Patreon... https://www.patreon.com/ELOPod Or PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com P.O. Box 1932 Superior, AZ 85173.
There's a full moon on Thanksgiving. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
It's a movie about ghosts and hot rod racing without ghosts or racing. Donate to the podcast through PayPal eloftmpodcast@gmail.com Or subscribe to my comic strip at patreon.com/LNTCS
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