1979 Hits: Disco, Divas and Tusk
PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine - Music of the 70s, 80s and More · Past Tens
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Show Notes
In this lively episode of 'Top 10 Time Machine', hosts Dave and Milt travel back to November 24, 1979, to review and analyze the top 10 songs on the Billboard charts from that week. The episode features hits from Fleetwood Mac, Donna Summer, Eagles, and more. Dave reveals his love for the unconventional 'Tusk', while Milt highlights the chart-topping collaboration between Barbra Streisand and Donna Summer. They also explore lesser-known gems and debate their favorite tracks. With listener shoutouts, quirky banter, and a playdate segment, this episode blends nostalgia with lively discussion.
Topics
01:19 Special Guest and Listener Reviews
04:53 Celebrity Mentions and Coincidences
07:05 Time Travel to 1979
24:09 Fleetwood Mac's Experimental Hit
35:53 Stevie Wonder's Unusual Project
41:07 Kenny Rogers' Ballad Phase
46:41 Casey and the Sunshine Band's Ballad Departure
51:00 RKC's Ballads and Journey's Soulful Hits
52:20 Eagles' Heartache Tonight: A Deep Dive
58:40 Donna Summer's Record-Breaking Note
00:15 Lionel Richie's Still and Relationship Reflections
01:08:18 Styx's Babe and Band Dynamics
01:14:35 Playdate: Songs with 'Babe' or 'Baby'
01:21:33 Barbra Streisand and Donna Summer's Iconic Duet
01:34:57 Substitution Segment: Rewriting the Musical History