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EPISODE · May 23, 2025 · 1H 31M

Worst of the Best: The Dark Side of Iconic Artists

from PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine - Music of the 70s, 80s and More

Dave and Milt explore the forgettable songs of their favorite artists, sometimes referred to as the 'worst of the best.' Joined by special guests, including Dave's brother Adam and intern Jack, the group dives into infamous tracks from icons like Billy Joel, Michael Jackson, Aerosmith, and more. Throughout the spirited discussion, they reveal personal anecdotes, defend their controversial choices, and cleanse the palate with some of each artist's more celebrated works. Topics 00:49 The Concert Mishap 04:14 Special Guests and Family Matters 06:57 Introducing the Intern 08:32 Tonight's Topic: The Worst of the Best 11:17 Dave's First Pick: Bryan Adams 17:34 Adam's First Pick: Michael Jackson 24:02 Milt's First Pick: The Beatles 29:49 Dave's Second Pick: Aerosmith 35:42 Adam's Second Pick: Billy Joel 41:28 Milt's Second Pick: Stevie Wonder 44:33 Sentimental Tacky Crap 45:02 Stevie Wonder's Musical Elements 46:29 Billy Joel's Modern Woman 50:51 Guns N' Roses' November Rain 56:42 Prince's Struggle with Rap 01:12:39 Fleetwood Mac's Little Lies 01:19:26 Queen's Misstep with Hot Space 01:29:42 Concluding Thoughts and Farewells

Dave and Milt explore the forgettable songs of their favorite artists, sometimes referred to as the 'worst of the best.' Joined by special guests, including Dave's brother Adam and intern Jack, the group dives into infamous tracks from icons like Billy Joel, Michael Jackson, Aerosmith, and more. Throughout the spirited discussion, they reveal personal anecdotes, defend their controversial choices, and cleanse the palate with some of each artist's more celebrated works. Topics 00:49 The Concert Mishap 04:14 Special Guests and Family Matters 06:57 Introducing the Intern 08:32 Tonight's Topic: The Worst of the Best 11:17 Dave's First Pick: Bryan Adams 17:34 Adam's First Pick: Michael Jackson 24:02 Milt's First Pick: The Beatles 29:49 Dave's Second Pick: Aerosmith 35:42 Adam's Second Pick: Billy Joel 41:28 Milt's Second Pick: Stevie Wonder 44:33 Sentimental Tacky Crap 45:02 Stevie Wonder's Musical Elements 46:29 Billy Joel's Modern Woman 50:51 Guns N' Roses' November Rain 56:42 Prince's Struggle with Rap 01:12:39 Fleetwood Mac's Little Lies 01:19:26 Queen's Misstep with Hot Space 01:29:42 Concluding Thoughts and Farewells

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