1987 vs 1997; A Retro Music Rumble

In this week's episode, Dave and Rob step into the ring for another classic decade duel, breaking down two defining years in music history: 1987 and 1997. The guys kick off the debate by dissecting the Billboard Year-End Top 5 for each era. From 1987’s pop-rock peaks—featuring hits like The Bangles’ "Walk Like an Egyptian" and Whitney Houston’s "I Wanna Dance with Somebody"—to 1997’s massive cultural shifts dominated by Elton John’s record-breaking tribute, Puff Daddy, and Jewel, we analyze which year brought the stronger chart toppers to the table.

Beyond the charts, Dave and Rob each pitch their personal hand-picked favorites that showcase the true soul of these years. Whether you favor the glam, synth, and soaring power ballads of the late '80s or the alt-rock, R&B, and hip-hop revolution of the late '90s, this episode delivers a trip down memory lane. Tune in to hear the arguments, vote on your favorite year, and find out who takes home the trophy in the 1987 vs. 1997 showdown!

Chapters

00:00 - Opening of show

 Playlists:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1JzvoonpY4lgxPHS3KdXMb?si=7yD2I5-0T4evhDPU41_zdg 

Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/1987-vs-1997/pl.u-76oN9o3FNz2Y05?ls 

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