Gather ‘round the Yule log, grab a stiff eggnog (you’ll need it), and join us for our final broadcast of the year! We’re unwrapping the sonic gift that was 1985—though, much like that itchy sweater from your aunt, some of these albums should have come with a gift receipt. In this holiday special, we dive deep into the year of big hair, bigger synths, and some truly questionable career choices. 🎁 What’s Under the Tree: The "Naughty or Nice" List (Top 5 Albums): We reveal our top picks from 1985. Since we both ended up with almost the exact same list, we had a sobering realization: either we’re soulmates, or 1985 was a barren wasteland of "meh" that made us cling to the few good records like a life raft. The 1985 Bracket Challenge: We put the heavy hitters head-to-head in a single-elimination tournament. It’s like March Madness, but with more spandex and higher vocal registers. The 1985 Ultimate Band Draft: Forget the 12 Days of Christmas; we’re talking about the Ultimate Free Agency Draft. We built the greatest supergroups 1985 could possibly assemble. Who’s the frontman? Who’s on the skins? Who gets coal in their stocking? Rock Jeopardy: We test our festive wits in a round of 1985 trivia. Spoiler alert: our brains are about as fried as a Christmas ham. 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/ NEW: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/say.what.you.will.podcast/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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: Neoclassical shred unleashed! We tackle the speed, the scales, and the sheer audacity of this instrumental masterpiece (and its vocal tracks). UFO – Misdemeanor: The British veterans try their hand at the mid-'80s sound. Does this era of UFO deserve a second look, or should it stay locked in the archive? 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/ NEW: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/say.what.you.will.podcast/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill #SayWhatYouWillPodcast #80sRock #Aerosmith #YngwieMalmsteen #UFOrocks #ClassicRock #MusicReview #Throwback #NewEpisode

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 in and find out which of these albums still holds up and which should have stayed in 1985.   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/ NEW: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/say.what.you.will.podcast/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 the need to honor the one-and-only Ace Frehley. Global Influence: Discussing Ace's massive impact on guitarists and bands that followed. The "Ace" Style: What makes his playing so unique and recognizable? The Main Event: We count down our personal Top 5 Ace Frehley Tunes of all 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. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/ NEW: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/say.what.you.will.podcast/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 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 some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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: were these albums genuinely good, timeless masterpieces that deserve their place in the rock 'n' roll hall of fame? Or, were we perhaps just a little too "hydrated" on those '85 beach days to truly discern musical genius from… well, good vibes? We're not here to judge (much), but one thing's for sure: they definitely laid down the soundtrack for a whole lot of summer shenanigans. So, queue up your preferred streaming service, dust off those old cassettes, and decide for yourself. Were these the real deal, or just a symptom of peak '80s nostalgia? We also reviewed the big Back To The Beginning concert and all the talent paying tribute to Black Sabbath...or was it Ozzy. 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 some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 albums still hold up, or if they're just a relic of a time when MTV played music videos and "rock star" was a viable career path for anyone with a guitar and a questionable liver.   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 some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 just a "Memory" of big hair and bigger ballads? The "Say What You Will Podcast" is figuring it out!   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: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/   Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/   Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 Zlozower.  Here are all the places you can find Steve Rosen. Website:https://www.tonechaserbook.com/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TONECHASERBOOK Audio Book:https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1717024962822s YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@SteveRosenInterviews

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: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/   Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 - Slide it in https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-21-music-for-plumbers/id1652056578?i=1000654490896   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: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/   Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

This month, we're spinning some October '84 rock: The Cult's "Dreamtime," Fastway's "All Fired Up," & Deep Purple's "Perfect Strangers." We found some gems, some... interesting choices. Do they still echo in the halls of rock Valhalla, or just in dusty record bins? Sound off and tell 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 group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/ Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/   X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/   Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/   X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/   Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill

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 corrections and we will read on the next podcast. https://www.saywhatyouwillpodcast.net/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/saywhatyouwill_ Join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/1425817651592700/   Show some love and help with the cost: https://ko-fi.com/saywhatyouwill