Podcast pal Jo Johnson from the band River Poets joins me to talk about a truly legendary Canadian band - Blue Rodeo. I prepared for this conversation by watching the documentary "Lost Together" on CBC Gem. We discuss Bob Wiseman on keys and his departure, Adding drummer Glen with his hard rock sensibilities, Greg Keelor's tinnitus, Canadian Walk of Fame bands, and why on earth did I think Ron Sexsmith was a member?

This week marks the 30th anniversary of a giant hip-hop classic - Coolio's "Gangsta's Paradise". The producer and co-writer of the song, Doug Rasheed, takes us back to the development of the track, obtaining Stevie Wonder's blessing to use his song "Pastime Paradise", creating the choir, the cover versions, Weird Al's "Amish Paradise", and more. Doug has made music with 2Pac, Whitney, Montell Jordan, Brandy, etc. and is releasing his autobiography this fall, titled "From Rags to Gangsta's Paradise".

Glen Phillips, lead vocals in the rock group Toad The Wet Sprocket joins me today! While the band was rehearsing for their 2025 Good Intentions Tour, we spoke about what's new for the band, the music video they liked making the most, computer nerd chat, Michael McDonald guesting on a song, and so much more. We also wonder why David Letterman's studio at the Ed Sullivan Theatre was so cold!

Gavin Scott, founder of Chartbeats.com.au is with me to get nostalgic about iconic duo LaFace and their music empire! L.A. Reid and Babyface were kings in the songwriting and production world in the 1990's, creating hits and music stars like Toni Braxton, Outkast, Pink, etc. We talk over the problem with R&B in Australia, Atlanta, L.A. & Pebbles' relationship, Pebbles losing it over Paula Abdul, What's a roni, and our choices for the top tracks by LaFace. You can find the playlist on our YouTube channel! I also chat with Gen Z pal Michael about his 90's knowledge.

Lead singer and creator of the band Wheatus, Brendan B. Brown is here! The iconic classic "Teenage Dirtbag" has only grown more popular with time! We talk about the numerous covers from One Direction to SZA, the video featuring Jason Biggs & Mena Suvari, the talent that has been a part of Wheatus over the years, and more. If you want to know the story behind the lyrics, google it! I didn't want to make Brendan tell that story again.

My guest is Milo, Co-Host of "The 80's & 90's Uncensored Podcast". Our artist is the folk-pop legend, Jewel Kilcher! Jewel faced many struggles on her way to stardom. We review her story and her hits of the 90's and beyond. Also, how do you utilize your streaming service?

Music legends Reggie and Vincent Calloway are the special guests for this episode! From their beginnings in the group Midnight Star, to the hit "I wanna Be Rich", the incredible songwriting and production credits, to their new music, Calloway is an important group in music history. Their hit "Cassanova" for Levert was the first New Jack Swing song to top the Billboard Hot Black Singles chart. Now, Reggie & Vincent are bringing reworked versions of their classic hits, plus a fresh single "Six Pack".

For the first time since 2020, an in-studio recording of DNP! No Zoom interview, because Colin Krieger is back, sitting down in person with Naomi to talk about "The Most Dangerous Band in the World", G n' Fn' R. Some obscure GNR facts, Axl's voice over the years, the painful wait for "Chinese Democracy", the reunion, how much would you spend on a concert ticket, the Tushy bidet, Velvet Revolver, health issues, and more.

Semisonic drummer Jacob Slichter is my guest today! We talk about the history of Minneapolis music, The "Music That Makes Community" organization, payola for radio play, Columbia House, and their smash hit that still ends the night at the pub today, "Closing Time". Also, Taliyah and Erika are here for another chat with Gen Z about 90's music.

Moist is one of the biggest rock bands in Canadian history! Especially in the Big Shiny Tunes Era - the 90's. Moist bassist Jeff Pearce & guitarist Jonathan Gallivan chat with me about the band, Wordle, Bif Naked's appearance in the video "Believe Me", The Napster Era, computer talk, Jonathan's band My Brilliant Beast, what's on their rider, and the latest incredible Moist album, "The End of the Ocean".

Kickass drummer/instructor Benjamin Hans joins me from Nashville! He's worked with such greats as Trixter, Eric Martin, and Kip Winger, and shares some stories. We talk about his jazz album, living and working in Nashville, vinyl, magazines, and more! We start the show with talking to our Gen Z friend Koda about her 90's knowledge.

Dr. Kelly Jakubowski is a renowned professor of Music Psychology at Durham University in the UK. We discuss how music affects our brains. Is nostalgia healthy? We talk about the link between music & memories, remembering song lyrics from decades ago, thinking new music sucks and "ours" is the best, how music affects Dementia & Alzheimer's, perfect & relative pitch, and the song that gets stuck in your head, the earworm.

Let's talk about singer turned successful actress, Billie Piper! A UK treasure, she released 2 successful pop albums before taking acting seriously, and my guest Mariel Bassori of the YouTube channel "Mariel Talks Pop" loves them! Mariel also does artist interviews with the popstars of the 90's and early 2000's, so we discuss what goes into finding our guests.

Sweet, soulful vocalist Tiffany Villarreal joins me to share her story! Having worked with Dr. Dre, Missy Elliot, Raekwon, Baby Bash, 2Pac, and more, she has lived the music industry and seen it's dark side. A former member of R&B group 702, we talk about these experiences, her strong and inspiring faith, the music we loved in the '90's, and her new music on her YouTube channel, including her courageous track "Woman".

Our friend Karella Cummings is back! We cover a lot of 90's TV history in this episode. The main subject is Jamie Walters, singer of the hit song "How Do You Talk To An Angel?" from the show "The Heights". We discuss 90210, abusive boyfriends on TV, Flintstones, Drew Barrymore, virginity, Levi's jeans, Degrassi, and a lot more.

Damon Sharpe started his musical journey as a dancer, and singer/actor in the TV boyband Guys Next Door. His artistry exploded ever since, as he became one of the world's most sought after DJ's, songwriters, and producers. Damon and I talk about his songwriting process, writing the J-Lo hit "Love Don't Cost A Thing", winning a Grammy, coaching on X-Factor, teen magazines, his record label BRAINJACK music, and so much more!

This episode is long and slick and olive green! Quinn & Charlie are here from The Give 'Em Hell Boys, longtime friends of DNP. We decided to go back in time to the beginnings of band Sugar Ray. Mark McGrath and friends started as Shrinky Dinx, doing heavier music in the early 90's, then changed it up a wee bit. Are they sellouts? We also talk Howard Stern and "The Psychedelic Bee", Golden Girls, and A LOT of yacht rock.

It's 1990, and "Dirty Cash (Money Talks)" is a huge dance hit. Fast forward to 2024, and it goes through a revival on the Netflix series "Monsters", the story of the Menéndez brothers. Writer and producer Mick Walsh is my guest to talk about the days of being a member of production group The Adventures of Stevie V.

For the DNP 5th Anniversary celebration, we welcome back the very first guest of the podcast - Tim Stephens, former guitarist of EMF! We talk about what has happened in the last 5 years. His new single, "Texas Girl", is out February 9th.

5 years? YES! We celebrate with podcast friends Jimmy, Dan, Greg, Jo, and Kendra, recounting favourite moments in DNP history. We play the silliest, raunchiest, and rowdiest 90's trivia you'll ever hear. Play along and let us know how you scored! Also, we listen to Jimmy's dildo memoirs.