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Each week we pit two classic one hit wonders against each other. We'll dissect the big songs as well as the not-so-big ones to determine which band is truly deserving of the title "One Hit Wonder." We also do some chit chat about that new sound you've been looking for.

One Hit No Wonder Podcast


    • May 3, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 51m AVG DURATION
    • 29 EPISODES


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    Give Em' the Ol' L.A. Goodbye

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 52:03


    Zoomers, go ahead and take a seat on this one. We're reaching out directly to the boomers this week; the mamas and papas. But not THAT Mamas and Papas. We're digging all the way to the sweaty 60s with The Spiral Starecase and The Ides of March. And yeah, I spelled Starecase correctly.

    Humpty's Kross Factor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 47:16


    It's back to the wild west of music this week (aka the 90's) as we dive deep into some of the most notable, influential, timeless hip hop of the age. We're talking, of course, about Kriss Kross (Jump) and Digital Underground (The Humpty Dance). In honor of the recent passing of Shock G, we thought it would be fair to make his music compete in our stupid contest. Hey! You! Go give us some love on the Apple Podcasts review thingy. Sure would mean a lot to us.

    What's Up with Breakfast?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 46:51


    We go all TENET on you this week with the END of the episode at the BEGINNING of the episode!! Or maybe not I don't know, I didn't see the movie. Anyway, we go into semi-researched detail on 4 Non Blondes (What's Up) and Deep Blue Something (Breakfast at Tiffany's) to determine whether 4 Non Blondes is a better video game than Halo 3.

    #1 Victory Potato Chips Thing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 45:06


    Hello? Who's there? Papa...is that you? It's been so long. The light burns my delicate eyes. Hooo man we're dusting off the vocal chords this week after a TWO MONTH hiatus. I'd like to issue an official apology for ghosting all our loyal fan. We still love you buddy. Thanks for hanging in there. This week we're talking about Estelle (American Boy) and Amerie (1 Thing). We also shed light on one of the greatest American songs about snack foods and how the Chug Jug kids is def the next Beeber Boi.

    Music City Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 98:33


    Go sports team! Congrats on being the best one of those. Hey guys, we're doing something a bit different this week, if you couldn't tell by the length. But we really had fun making it, and we hope you do too! Let us know what you think. We'd like to do more stuff like this in the future.

    Am I Too Sexy for the Macarena?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 44:11


    No, no I'm not. But that's okay. I can dance those bad feelings away with this week's tunes! We're talking Los Del Rio and Right Said Fred. Hey go leave a review on the Apples Podcasts!

    Life is a Soggy Nacho

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 46:20


    Shout out to Marvel and the low-budget indie flick Guardians of the Galaxy. You probably haven't heard of it, but you should check it out. Some good music in there! This week we're talking about two of those music with The Five Stairsteps and Looking Glass. Oh, and our favorite resident juggalos return with a hot new track.

    You Know...I'm Something of a Nutmeg Phantasy Myself

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 42:09


    I'm torn on what to call this episode...because there are so many good SM quotes. Are there more legitimate reasons to like Macy Gray other than her brief appearance in the 2001 film Spider-Man? Probably, but that's why we love her, and it's good enough for us. This week we're heading back to the late 90s to take on Macy Gray and Natalie Imbruglia!

    Yellowcard Shakes It to Juice WRLD!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 50:33


    It's a whole new year, and so far, it's uh, moderately better than last year...I guess? But maybe this will turn it all around. We're back and bigger than ever in our first episode of 2021, and baby it's a doozy. So buckle up and strap in and follow all the road safety rules! We're getting creepy with Yellowcard and Metro Station! Oh and we also talk about Juice WRLD.

    Chasing Boston

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 45:30


    Post-holiday blues? Don't worry, we're here to lift up those spirits with a new episode! Nolan's out this week, but we have a super special guest host. Grab your Grey's Anatomy season 4 DVDs because this week we're talking Augustana and Snow Patrol!

    Another Holiday One.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 46:21


    Oh by gosh by golly. We're back for more merry and cheer in a special mid-week episode. And if you're a excited as I am about it, you're not excited. This is the first episode of what I'm calling Who Did It Better? Sort of like, who wore it better, except not as judgmental or dumb. We've also got a fun Christmas song game planned for later in the episode! Stick around.

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    The Gnarliest Handlebars

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 42:01


    This week we uncover what it truly means to be a cool kid in high school. So all you teens out there, take note. The secrets are revealed! We're putting up Gnarls Barkley and Flobots. Do you have an idea for the show? Let us know at onehitnowonderpod@gmail.com. Also give us a few stars on that there Apple podcasts thingamajig.

    Gimme 5C4R5 While I Whip the Urge

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 47:16


    This one's getting down n' dirty guys. Make sure you put the kids away. Let's just say there's a lot of rockin' down to certain avenues, whipping it, and Juggalo music. We're checking out Eddy Grant and DEVO this week! Listen to our friends The Lyrics Boys wherever you get your podcasts! @thelyricboys We also did stuff on Adam and Andy (see, dirty). Listen to their show! @adamalsoandy

    Does Scott Stapp Know It's Christmas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 59:51


    Well the jingle bells are jinglin', the campfires a roastin', and somewhere our dear friend Scott Stapp is adrenalizing for the holiday season. We're switching things up a bit this week with a bracket-style elimination tournament of our favorite Christmas songs to determine which one reigns supreme among the rest. Do you agree with our picks? Disagree? Do you have a BETTER holiday favorite you think we should know about? Let us know @onehitnowonder or onehitnowonderpod@gmail.com!

    Harvey Dent is So High on Bachman Turner Overdrive

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 54:16


    We got those big boy bellies thanks to Turkey Day, but that won't stop us from bringing Grade A entertainment to the masses! This week, we're heading on down to the late 90s to talk about Harvey Danger and Tal Bachman. Check out our friends at Lady History on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts! They actually do research (unlike us professionals) on really cool women throughout history and bring you their stories. @ladyhistorypod

    Gonna Make You Bananas in the Music Factory

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 56:58


    This is the one with the Banana song. Also Nolan's brother David joins us for a talk on Deee-Lite and C & C Music Factory. Hey maybe you can help us out; what are those clicky clams really called?

    Surfer Joe's Cool Jerk Shack

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 57:50


    We're back, and better than ever! This one is groovy. We got the juices flowin', we got the beans, greens, potatoes, tomatoes. Come hang out with us as we go back to a classic segment: Craig's Picks. We also talk about The Surfaris and The Capitols. Do you think it's possible to do the cool jerk while surfing? Only one way to find out! To the beach! Shirley Caesar: You Name It!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0CvzLHkxbUw&ab_channel=TalentRecap

    Wild Cherry Sugar (A Harry Styles Joint)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 44:44


    Well, we sure have egg on our face this week. We talked about the greatest song of all time...and we had no idea it wasn't even a hit...or by The Sugarhill Gang. There's a very clear winner this week in Sugarhill Gang's "Rapper's Delight", but because the network wants their ratings, we also had to talk about Wild Cherry's "Play That Funky Music" and some other bad song. Just go ahead and drop us a review on that there fruit device you got and we'll give ya a fancy shout out on the show! Hooooo'wee wouldn't that be sumthin?! Oh and check out our friends over at Adam and Andy! But for heaven's sake, DO NOT listen to the show about Adam Driver and Andy Samberg. Or do...it's probably pretty good too. https://open.spotify.com/show/0wWImCkh76lpYmGdmXzrQZ?si=MOK25eBxRZCq-Tt0W6ccng

    Bang a T. Rex Right Now!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 41:41


    Sadly I can't take credit for this week's episode title. My wife came up with that one. But I think it's the best one yet. This week we're gettin down n' dirty with T. Rex and Free. Can't get enough of that crunchy guitar? Well good news, literally every song from 1970 has that same sound, so you're in luck! Help us out will ya? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on the Spot. That's the Spotify. I call it the Spot cause that's what the kids say now...right?

    I Always Feel Like Michael Jackson's Watching Me - The Spooky Special Halloween Special!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 35:47


    Woah woah woah, this podcast comes out on Monday! Not FRIDAY! What's going on here? Well we're feeling spooky and special and wanted to surprise you guys with jelly eyes and ghouls and flies. Please enjoy our first (and probably only) Halloween special and extreme in-depth analysis of Monster Mash; a song that defined a generation...maybe...probably not. We'll have a regular episode up for you on Monday as well. . . . . . . . . . . . BOO! Did we get ya?

    Kiss Me, Doctor Jones!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 57:59


    Well hey! This is the one with Matt's wife Courtney on it! For our first in-person guest, I brought on the other person who occupies my house! She's pretty cool, and has an absurd amount of knowledge on 90's pop music, which is great because this week we're takin' it to the streets Aqua and Sixpence None the Richer! Plus we go into how a real gamer plays Crash Bandicoot and why it's not super important to contribute something to be in a band. Leave those reviews! I see you...Jim. Let's go man.

    Patrick Swayze's Rockin' Nuggets

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 51:59


    I think we finally have this podcasting thing down! In fact, if this isn't the single greatest episode of a podcast you've EVER heard, I'll give you my house. And my land. And the oldest of my seven daughters. And one goat. But don't you even dare ask for two. This week we're talking two THICC BOIS as we put up Patrick Swayze (yeah that one) and Bruce Willis (also yeah that one). Raising Heaven (In Hell Tonight): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IoeAJFIRzE&ab_channel=Miguel_72 Creed - Weathered album cover: https://images.app.goo.gl/nb7cji9qXW5tWsgN8 Help our boy Steven Seagal out. Give him a listen. He deserves it.: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jgRWeREJTbx96zhcn8vgx?si=Zbm0PEXuQvCkK5zZPF9qpA

    Spirit in the Springfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 41:55


    Grab your protest sign and leave your clothes at home folks! We're headed back to the 60's this week. We talk about Norman Greenbaum and Buffalo Springfield; the oldest bands we've brought yet! If you like what you're hearing, go ahead and give us a slap on the butt with a nice review and maybe a social media follow. Oh and if you have some suggestions, let's hear them!

    If You Steal My Butterfly (with Miles Hoyle)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 59:16


    Well I'll be darned! It's our old friend the podcast listener! How the heck are ya? We shure are glad you could join us on this very special first ever GUEST episode! This week, we talk to accordionist Miles Hoyle about his impact on the Virginia Beach music scene and discuss two 90's staples, Crazy Town and LEN. Did those words make any sense? Because if you, like me, didn't know these artists before recording this show, they shouldn't have. Feature: 26:25 RATE AND REVIEW US ON APPLE PODCASTS NOOOWWW. Hey thanks! Where you can find Miles: https://www.facebook.com/miles.hoyle.9 The Fighting Jamesons: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6pmynjI7Ubs8UjIGr6yY7V?si=8DhujnQfSC-E3a3Er9ONuQ Mosquito Cabaret: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1vibeHl2t656be3DEeGmsM?si=DdXID7brQ9KukeU2_bZo7g

    Trapt with an Angel

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 56:23


    BRO! Pop on your Tapout t-shirt cause we're getting x-core in this week's episode with Trapt and Hinder. Who cares about extremely problematic lyrics when you can just beat up anyone who doesn't like them? Hey don't forget to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and tell your friends about us! Feature: 12:18 Official TRAPTT Twitter: https://twitter.com/TRAPTT1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onehitnowonder/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/OneHitNoWonder

    Thumping Time...or Chumbasonic

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 63:16


    Boy howdy are we ever working out those audio issues. We promise we'll get there folks, just bare with us. But hey, you're here, so kick back and enjoy this loaded HOUR-LONG episode filled with all kinds of chuckles, tears, and maybe even a few surprises. This week we're tubthumping on down to the 90's to visit two of everyone's favorite drinking and non-drinking songs...which...I guess is like, every song if you think about it. It's Semisonic vs Chumbawamba! Tubular new segment - 14:00 Feature - 37:50

    Old Town Gangnam Style

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 55:56


    Plug in your routers folks, cause we're going all digital this week. Now, you could argue that neither of these artists is a certified "one hit wonder," but, aren't there other things you could do, like, clean the bathroom or something? Also, PLEASE share the show! We really appreciate everyone listening, and hope you're finding some joy in it. We'd love to see that joy shared. Leave a review on Apple podcasts and subscribe if you feel so inclined. Holy new segment: 8:27 Feature: 21:27 Vote which artist truly deserves the title of One Hit No Wonder on Twitter! https://twitter.com/OneHitNoWonder We're on the YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWG6TNY3EYv49K1_1T0j7uA

    Fountains of Wayne vs Bowling for Soup

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 59:32


    Wow, you came back? Okay cool! Well strap in cause we got a crazy one for you this week. I mean, it's not like over the top or anything. All things considered it's pretty tame. Only 90's kids will remember this one. We're talking FOW and BOW-ling for soup to decide who's truly deserving of the title of One Hit Wonder Very Special New Segment - 12:03 Feature - 19:15 Black Midi song apparently from Super Mario BRos? (RIP headphones) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ay8vzCHkgEk&ab_channel=Gingeas Got a special one hit wonder you want us to put in the ring? Email us at onehitnowonderpod@gmail.com.

    Dexy's Midnight Runners vs Nena

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 43:50


    In a very special first episode, Matt and Nolan force overall-clad Dexy and his Midnight Runners to face off against multilingual German tour de force Nena. Their battle will determine who rightfully deserves the title of One Hit Wonder. Nolan's tastes this week - 6:38 Matt's tastes this week - 12:50 Feature - 17:52 Really great Dexy live video - https://youtu.be/C3rg4psdHxw?t=42 Got a special one hit wonder you want us to put in the ring? Email us at onehitnowonderpod@gmail.com.

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