Power Pop

38th Election Results: Ain’t Nuthin’ But an Induction Thang, Baby

For the 38th time, Tim and Chris have results of a Hall of Songs election.

Will more songs join the prestigious hall of fame for songs, which as of this recording has 87 members? Tunes by, among others, George Michael, Janet Jackson, Mary J. Blige, Boyz II Men, Whitney Houston, Beastie Boys, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, and Rage Against the Machine are vying for the chance to be enshrined.

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Full results coming soon!

Modern Songs Ep. 9: An Arcade Fire Party: ‘The Lightning I, II’ + ‘My Body is a Cage’

Celebrated rockers Arcade Fire is back with a new album, “We,” set to be released this May. The album’s first single is “The Lightning I, II,” and Tim and Chris settle in to discuss the new track. And considering the moment, they go even deeper into Arcade Fire history and talk about the arresting “Neon Bible” closer “My Body is a Cage,” which just end up being the band’s legacy.

Modern Songs is a podcast devoted to the discovery of new music and the discussion of the greatest songs of the last 15 years.

Modern Songs Ep. 8: Harry Styles & Smash-Hit ‘As It Was’ + Kanye West, Maggie Rogers, Orville Peck and More

Harry Styles has finally given 2022 its big pop smash. On this episode of Modern Songs, Tim and Chris talk about “As It Was,” the first song to come out of Styles’ forthcoming album “Harry’s House.” Spoiler: They like it. Then, they talk some Kanye by going deep into “Black Skinhead,” a song from his 2013 album “Yeezus.” Following that, Tim and Chris discuss some recent favorites, including music by Orville Peck and Maggie Rogers.

Modern Songs is a podcast devoted to the discovery of new music and the discussion of the greatest songs of the last 15 years.

Modern Songs Ep. 7: The Ascent of Wet Leg + Looking Back at HAIM’s ‘The Wire’

Everyone is talking about Wet Leg, the duo out of the Isle of Wight whose witty, ribald brand of punk and power pop took music lovers by storm over the last several months. On this episode of Modern Songs we join the conversation and talk specifically about “Ur Mum” from the new self-titled album. Plus, we’ll go back nine years to discuss another all-female rock band, HAIM, and its sensational “The Wire.”

Modern Songs is a podcast devoted to the discovery of new music and the discussion of the greatest songs of the last 15 years.

1978! The Most Fun Episode of Hall of Songs Ever

We got a little bloated, a little overboard over the past few episodes of Hall of Songs. So, let’s clear the room and bring in the fun.

Submitted for your approval are our top-12 songs from 1978, a year where studio artistry was at an absolute peak, artists were crossing genres once again, and ultimately, the best songs were just plain fun. We have party jams, feel-good tunes, and rip-roaring rock. You’ll enjoy this one.

After listening to Tim and Chris, VOTE for the greatest songs of all time! Songs from 1978, plus tunes from 1977, ’76, ’71 and ’69 are up for a shot to make the Hall of Songs! Vote now at hallofsongs.com and come back on March 25, 2022, to find out which song or songs get in!

Our 1978 nominees:

“Wuthering Heights” as performed by Kate Bush
- Written by Kate Bush; recorded summer 1977; released January 1978
“Rock Lobster” as performed by The B-52s
- Written by Fred Schneider and Ricky Wilson; recorded February 1978; released April 1978
“Surrender” as performed by Cheap Trick
- Written by Rick Nielsen; recorded late 1977; released April 1978
“Just What I Needed” as performed by The Cars
- Written by Ric Ocasek; recorded February 1978; released May 1978
“Le Freak” as performed by Chic
- Written by Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers; recorded January 1978; released August 1978
“Ever Fallen in Love (With Someone You Shouldn’t’ve)” as performed by Buzzcocks
- Written by Pete Shelley; recorded August 1978; released August 1978
“Heart of Glass” as performed by Blondie
- Written by Debbie Harry and Chris Stein; recorded June 1978; released September 1978
“Teenage Kicks” as performed by The Undertones
- Written by John O’Neill; recorded June 1978; released October 1978
“I Will Survive” as performed by Gloria Gaynor
- Written by Freddie Perren and Dino Fekaris; recorded summer 1978; released October 1978
“Don’t Stop Me Now” as performed by Queen
- Written by Freddie Mercury; recorded August 1978; released November 1978
“September” as performed by Earth, Wind & Fire
- Written by Maurice White, Al McKay and Allee Willis; recorded September 1978; released November 1978
“What a Fool Believes” as performed by The Doobie Brothers
- Written by Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins; recorded August 1978; released December 1978

Listen to the full episode for more, and then vote for the songs that you think are the greatest of all-time. Scroll down to vote. Then, come back on March 25, 2022 to find out the voting results, and March 27, 2022 for our discussion on 1979.

Modern Songs Ep. 2: Hurray for the Riff Raff, Revisiting U2’s ‘Songs of Innocence’

In this episode of Modern Songs, we talk about the eco-aware “Rhododendron” by Hurray for the Riff Raff, then we remember when U2 dropped an album on all of us without asking. Specifically, we discuss the song “Sleep Like a Baby Tonight.” After that, we go through a couple tracks we’re really loving right now, by Lucy Dacus, Sabrina Carpenter, Mr. Husband, and Goose.

Modern Songs is a podcast devoted to the discovery of new music and the discussion of the greatest songs of the last 15 years.

1972 Hall of Songs Nominees: Power Pop, Philly Soul, Elton and Carly

Subjectively, this was one of our favorite years to discuss.

In this episode of Hall of Songs, Tim and Chris get to talk about some of their favorite artists and styles of music as 1972 brings a wealth of new sounds to the growing tapestry of rock ‘n’ roll. Which 12 songs will we decide are the best of this year?

After listening, VOTE for the greatest songs of all time! Songs from 1972, plus tunes from 1971, ’70, ’69, ’68 and ’67 are up for a shot to make the Hall of Songs! Vote now and come back on December 17 to find out which song or songs get in!

Our 1972 nominees:

“Go All the Way” as performed by Raspberries
- Written by Eric Carmen; recorded early 1972; released April 1972
“Rocket Man” as performed by Elton John
- Written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin; recorded January 1972; released April 1972
“Lean on Me” as performed by Bill Withers
- Written by Bill Withers; recorded early 1972; released April 1972
“Thirteen” as performed by Big Star
- Written by Alex Chilton and Chris Bell; recorded late 1971; released April 1972
“I Can See Clearly Now” as performed by Johnny Nash
- Written by Johnny Nash; recorded late 1971; released June 1972
“The Harder They Come” as performed by Jimmy Cliff
- Written by Jimmy Cliff; recorded early 1972; released July 1972
“Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone” as performed by The Temptations
- Written by Barrett Strong and Norman Whitfield; recorded June 1972; released July 1972
“Back Stabbers” as performed by The O’Jays
- Written by Leon Huff, Gene McFadden and John Whitehead; recorded spring 1972; released August 1972
“Superstition” as performed by Stevie Wonder
- Written by Stevie Wonder; recorded summer 1972; released October 1972
“You Are the Sunshine of My Life” as performed by Stevie Wonder
- Written by Al green, Willie Mitchell and Al Jackson Jr.; recorded summer 1972; released October 1972
“Walk on the Wild Side” as performed by Lou Reed
- Written by Lou Reed; recorded August 1972; released November 1972
“You’re So Vain” as performed by Carly Simon
- Written by Carly Simon; recorded summer 1972; released November 1971

Listen to the full episode for more, and then vote for the songs that you think are the greatest of all-time. Scroll down or click here to vote. Then, come back on December 17, 2021 to find out the voting results, and December 19, 2021 for our discussion on 1973.