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 unforgettable. Blending sharp musical critiques, personal anecdotes, and a dash of humor, the podcast bridges the gap between nostalgia and discovery. Whether you’re an 80s music veteran or a curious newcomer, the Say What You Will Podcast is more than a trip down memory lane—it’s an invitation to experience these albums anew. Are they still as groundbreaking as they felt back then, or has time dulled their edge? Join the conversation, challenge your favorites, and rediscover the albums that shaped a generation.
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Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
In October 1983, three rock albums made their debut. This weekend, we took the time to review these albums, and our podcast episode featuring these reviews will be released tomorrow morning. We hope you find it enjoyable, and we encourage you to share it with others.
Riot - Born in America
Night Ranger - Midnight Madness
Alcatraz - No parol Rom Rock 'n' Roll
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Saturday Sep 30, 2023
Saturday Sep 30, 2023
It was a damp rock night for the podcast. We reviewed rock albums released 40 years ago from September 1983—our twist and whether or not they hold up today.
Dokken - Breaking the chains
Black Sabbath - Born Again
Motley Crue - Shout at the Devil
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Sunday Aug 27, 2023
Sunday Aug 27, 2023
During August of 1983, three rock bands released albums and we are currently discussing whether these albums are still relevant today. There is a lot of news to cover, including the release of a pro-shot performance by Van Halen at Donnington in 1984.
Cheap Trick - Next position please
Rainbow - Bent out of shape
AC/DC - Flick of the switch
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Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Mark, Dennis, and Derek did their best with the limited rock album releases in July 1983. Despite some duds, we made the most of what was available. Next month is WAY better.
Joan Jett - Album
Robert Plant - The Principle of Moments
Metallica - Kill 'em All
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Saturday Jun 17, 2023
Saturday Jun 17, 2023
Breaking from our normal podcast format. We recorded this podcast at Wally's in Hampton Beach, NH, discussing ALL Van Halen and interviewing the tribute band, Completely Unchained.
Gene Henrikson, who plays David Lee Roth, also joined us briefly to share a talk about the band and Van Halen. We had a great time enjoying some drinks, which you may hear throughout the podcast.
An old friend stopped by too! (SK)
We hope you enjoy listening to it!
Special thanks to Completely Unchained for talking with us and putting on a great show. Check them out here http://www.completelyunchainedrocks.com/
Huge thanks to Wally's for letting us do this, and be sure to check out their schedule here https://wallysnh.com/
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Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
In this episode, Mark, Dennis, and Derek discuss some latest rock news and the three rock albums released in June of 1983. Do they hold up today? Do you like them? Were they stronger forty years ago?
Twisted Sister - You can't stop rock 'n roll
Loverboy - Keep it up
Motorhead - Another perfect day
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Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
Another rainy podcast. This month's podcast reviews three rock albums from May 1983. We cover some music news from the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame and Aerosmith's final tour. And who's paying for reissues?
Albums reviewed:
Dio - Holy Diver
Iron Maiden - Piece of Mind
Blackfoot - Siogo
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Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
This month's podcast reviews three rock albums from April 1983. We cover some music news from Extreme's new album, the 1983 US Festival, and more.
Albums reviewed:
Kiss - Lick It Up
Krokus - Headhunter
Fastway - Fastway
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Monday Apr 10, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
It is April, but we are reviewing March ‘83 rock albums. Again, few laughs while we discussed Steve Gorman’s book, Hard To Handle. Always discussing some things around Van Halen and Greg Renoff book, Van Halen Rising. And yes, the new Motley Mick Mars lawsuit and much more are discussed.
Albums we reviewed from March of 1983
Thin Lizzy - Thunder and Lighting
Quiet Riot - Metal Health
ZZ Top - Eliminator
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Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
On this edition of Say What You Will, Mark, Dennis, and Derek discuss recent hard rock news and other hard rock tidbits they didn't know from the '80s.
February 1983 album reviews.
Journey - Frontiers
UFO - Making Contact
Kix - Cool Kids
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