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Say What You Will Podcast

Say What You Will Podcast

Dive headfirst into the world of 1980s rock music with the Say What You Will Podcast, the ultimate time machine for audiophiles and rock enthusiasts alike. Each episode takes you back exactly 40 years to relive and reassess the groundbreaking albums of the decade that defined an era. From deep dives into legendary releases like Scorpions’ Blackout to the epic power of Dio’s Holy Diver, the hosts unpack the stories behind the music, the artists, and the cultural shifts that made the 80s

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EP 41: November 1985 - Does It Still Shred?...

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2025/11/29

Grab your tight pants, cold beer and set the dial for the wild end of 1985! Are these questionable November 1985 production choices? Tune in for laughs and gags as we revisit these three albums released at the end of 1985, do they hold up today?Do they still deserve a spot on your current playlist? Aerosmith – Done with Mirrors: The 'comeback' album after the original lineup reunited. Was it a return to form, or a stumble on the way back to the top? Yngwie J. Malmsteen – Marching Out:

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95:05

EP 40: Dokken, Twisted Sister & W.A.S.P. — 40 Years...

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2025/11/04

This month, we're setting the time circuits to 40 years ago to revisit a monster month for metal: October/November 1985. We’re spinning three classics and putting them to the test:Dokken - Under Lock and Key Twisted Sister - Come Out and Play W.A.S.P. - The Last Command Join the debate as we tackle two timeless questions: Is there a connection between long songs and bad songs? And as we hit the peak of '80s metal, we have to ask... when exactly did rock artists start to get soft? Tune

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EP 40: Shock Me: A Salute to the Spaceman Ace Frehley

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2025/11/02

Here we are again, paying tribute to another rock legend: Ace "Spaceman" Frehley. This week, we sit down to share our insights on the iconic guitarist who helped shape rock and roll and inspired legions of players around the world. We dig into what made his style so influential, from his bluesy, melodic solos to his unmistakable stage presence. To wrap it all up, we debate, discuss, and finally reveal our definitive Top 5 Ace tunes. In This Episode, We Cover: A Tribute to the Spaceman: Why we felt

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EP 39: A Look Back in 1985 at Kiss, Faith No More &...

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2025/09/22

This month, we reviewed Kiss - Asylum, Faith No More - We Care A Lot, and Y&T - Down For The Count. Do these three albums still hold up 40 years later? We discuss the latest rock news, have some laughs, and reminisce about the Boston '80s & '90s Rock Scene and a new Facebook group bringing us back in time. Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. Corrections: Disagree?? Send your comments and corrections, and we will read them on the next podcast.

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EP 38: August '85 - Black 'n Blue's "Without Love" &...

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2025/08/25

This month on the "Say What You Will" podcast, we're diving back into the summer of '85 to revisit two albums that hit the airwaves: Black 'n Blue's sophomore release, "Without Love," and DIO's third solo album, "Sacred Heart." Hosts Dennis, Mark, and Derek have some spirited disagreements about these records. Do they still hold up today, or have they lost their luster over time? What's your take?Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. Corrections: Disagree?? Send your

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Ep 37: Remembering Ozzy Osbourne

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2025/08/10

RIP to the Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne. Today, we're honoring a true legend, the only way we know how: with some wild stories and a countdown of our top five Ozzy songs.Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. Corrections: Disagree?? Send your comments and corrections, and we will read them on the next podcast. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show

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02:00:41

EP 36: RUSH, Saxon and Kix - albums in 1985. Do they...

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2025/07/12

Alright, history buffs and music fanatics, let's fire up the DeLorean and punch in "Summer of '85." The year is 2025, and we're looking back exactly 40 years to a time when mid-July meant blazing sun, sandy toes, and car stereos absolutely blaring. And what was on those stereos, you ask? A trio of albums that were practically stapled to every boombox and walkman: Kix's Midnight Dynamite, Rush's Power Windows, and Saxon's Innocence is No Excuse.Now, four decades later, a burning question arises:

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01:57:14

EP 35: Motley Crue, Megadeath, RATT - Do these albums...

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2025/06/22

Alright, imagine it's June 1984...The nights are full of questionable weekend decisions, music cranking out of the backs of cars, and probably forgotten mornings. We dive into the glorious chaos of '80s rock with the relisten of these gems. We're tackling Megadeth's Killing Is My Business... and Business Is Good! (said in Dave's voice) Then there's Mötley Crüe's Theatre of Pain. And finally, the slick and utterly captivating Ratt's Invasion of Your Privacy. We will determine if these iconic

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01:45:46

EP 34: Night Ranger, Stryper, White Lion Albums - Do...

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2025/05/25

Alright, buckle up, rock fans! Forty years ago, 1985 unleashed some serious hair! We had Night Ranger, seasoned pros on their "7 Wishes" tour – probably wishing for less hairspray and more encores.Then came Stryper, "Soldiers Under Command," boldly going where no bumblebee-themed band had gone before. Were their guitar picks blessed? And let's not forget White Lion, fresh out of the den with "Fight to Survive." Talk about a "mane" event waiting to happen! Do these 80s gems still rock, or are they

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01:27:40

Ep 33: You don't have the right to rock...son!

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2025/04/23

This month, we review rock albums from April 1985 to see if they still shred or should’ve stayed on cassette. Expect hot takes, big riffs, and bigger opinions—because while we’re definitely not professionals, we are passionate… and maybe a little tone-deaf.Keel - Right to rock The Firm - The Firm The Cult - Love Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. Corrections: Send your corrections, and we will read them on the next podcast. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/ X

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01:35:21

EP 32: TONECHASER by Author Steve Rosen....

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2025/03/30

Dennis, Mark, and Derek talk with renowned rock journalist Steve Rosen, who has contributed to Guitar World and Guitar Player and is the author of the fantastic book Tonechaser. In this podcast episode, Steve shares his journey in rock journalism and recounts his first meeting with Edward in 1977. We take a slightly different approach to discussing the book, leading to some engaging conversation points with Steve.Photos in the book and podcast cover are by legendary Van Halen photographer Neil

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01:30:05

EP 31: Slim Rock Albums For March of 1985

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2025/03/23

March of 1985 was a slim month for rock album releases, but we pushed through a couple of opposite albums in rock. Since March Madness began, we did our own March Music Madness. Bon Jovi - 7800° Fahrenheit Slayer - Hell Awaits Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. Corrections: Send your corrections, and we will read them on the next podcast. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group:

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01:57:11

EP 30: Rock Albums From 1985

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2025/03/01

We review the first three Rock albums from 1985. Do they hold up today? We disagree with a few. We also reviewed last year's predictions and made some new ones for 2025. ZZ Top - Afterburner Loudness - Thunder in the east AC/DC - Fly on the wall Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. Corrections: Send your corrections, and we will read them on the next podcast. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook

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01:34:57

EP: 29 - Remembering John Sykes

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2025/02/23

We are back! There was a slight delay, but we are kicking off the year by remembering the mighty John Sykes. If you have been listening to the podcast, his name comes up a lot. He was a true inspiration to the music we love. We give our top 5 Sykes songs he wrote or co-wrote. We also talked about the following podcasts. EP 7 - Thin Lizzy - Thunder and Lightning. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-7-this-album-reads-like-a-suicide-note/id1652056578?i=1000608173622 EP 21 - Whitesnake -

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01:47:10

EP 28: 1984 Year in Review

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2025/01/05

Once lost but now found! I thought we lost the recording, but we were able to piece it together in the final mix. In this episode, we review the 1984 albums from the podcast and rate our top five. Play our yearly BS game show at the end, too! Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. CORRECTIONS: We will read them in the next podcast. Ya, we make mistakes. https://forms.gle/Zdbt3fqbmeFCeq2a9 X: https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group:

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01:27:28

EP: 27 - Fire flower, Sugar talker, Spirtwalker

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2024/11/23

In this month's episode, we discuss rock albums released in October 1984. Some we find challenging, others we love, but do they STILL stand the test of time? Share your thoughts with us. - The Cult - Dreamtime - Fastway - All Fired Up - Deep Purple - Perfect Strangers Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. CORRECTIONS: We will read them in the next podcast. Ya, we make mistakes. https://forms.gle/Zdbt3fqbmeFCeq2a9 X: https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook

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02:11:26

EP: 26 - Can Swing Both Ways

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2024/09/30

September 1984 in rock. We look back on the following rock album released 40 years ago. The podcast is now two years old!At the end of the podcast, we continue with "Name that album year," remembering some great albums before 1982. DOKKEN - Tooth and Nail Queensryche - The Warning Iron Maiden - Powerslave Do you agree? Do they hold up? Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. CORRECTIONS: Send in your corrections and we will read on the next podcast.

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01:34:17

EP: 25 - Remembering 8 Song Albums

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2024/09/01

It was August 1984 in rock. We look back on rock album releases 40 years ago. It was another summer night recording outside.At the end of the podcast, we continue with "Name that album year," remembering some great albums before 1982. W.A.S.P - W.A.S.P Hanoi Rocks - Two Steps From The Move Y&T - In Rock We Trust Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. CORRECTIONS: Send in your corrections and we will read on the next podcast.

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01:28:46

EP:24 - Now we have some albums to review!

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2024/07/31

July 1984 was a WAY better month for rock album releases 40 years ago. Our "professional" analysis and debate whether these albums are still rocking or should be left to gather dust in a time capsule. Let the musical mayhem commence!At the end of the podcast, we continue the "name that date game" to remember some great albums before 1982. Metallica - Ride the lighting Sammy Hagar - VOA Dio - Last in line Please leave a review and subscribe on your podcast platform. CORRECTIONS: Send in your

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01:40:10

EP:23 - Who can hang for seven minutes

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2024/06/23

June 1984 was a tough month for rock album releases, but we look back at those released 40 years ago. We'll be doling out our "professional" analysis and debating whether these albums are still rocking or if they should be left to gather dust in a time capsule. Let the musical mayhem commence!We play a fun little game at the end to remember some great albums before 1982. Ted Nugent - Penetrator Loudness - Disillusion Gary Moore - Victims of the future Please leave a review and subscribe on your

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