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The Ringer

First came '60 Songs That Explain the '90s.' (We did that.) Then came '60 Songs That Explain the '90s: The 2000s.' (We're doing that now—and yes, that's the actual name.) But whether you want to jump back to the Clinton years or join us as we reboot our old iPods, you can find all of the collected works of Rob Harvilla below. Come back each Wednesday for a new episode.

60 Songs That Explain the '90s

Listen as Rob celebrates the life and career of the music icon who is Johnny Cash and his 2002 legendary cover of “Hurt.” Along the way, Rob discusses Cash’s work with Rick Rubin and much more. Later, Rob is joined by the Ringer’s Brian Phillips to further celebrate Johnny Cash’s greatness.

Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Brian Phillips
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
Additional Production Support: Olivia Crerie
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“Hurt”—Johnny Cash

Rob looks back at the music career of pop star Avril Lavigne while celebrating her smash hit “Complicated.” Along the way, Rob dives deep into the idea of the anti-Britney Spears and much more! Later, he is joined by Marissa Moss to discuss Avril Lavigne’s potential influences, debating what song is her best, and more.

Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Marissa Moss
Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin Sayles
Additional Production Support: Olivia Crerie
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“Complicated”—Avril Lavigne

Rob examines the crossroads of Usher’s pop star persona and Lil Jon’s unique vocal and musical genius this week when taking a look back at the smash hit “Yeah!” (1:00). Then, he is joined by Clover Hope to talk about the construction of Usher’s career, the imagery and storytelling that went into making him more interesting to audiences, his staying power, and more (59:00).

Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Clover Hope
Producers: Jonathan Kermah, Justin Sayles, and Bobby Wagner
Additional Production Support: Olivia Crerie
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“Yeah!”—Usher

Rob explores the iconic 1995 single "You Oughta Know" by Canadian singer Alanis Morissette by examining its cultural influence and distinct sound.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Alanis Morissette—"You Oughta Know"

Rob explores the 1992 jangle-rock hit “Hey Jealousy” and how it integrates the darkness of its lyrical content into its bright sonic framework.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Hanif Abdurraqib
Producer: Isaac Lee
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Gin Blossoms—“Hey Jealousy”

Rob explores the Wu-Tang Clan’s 1993 genre-defining classic “C.R.E.A.M.” and the unique circumstances that were seminal to the group’s identity.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Lex Pryor
Producer: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Wu-Tang Clan—“C.R.E.A.M.”

Rob explores Missy Elliott’s breakout single “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” and the Hall of Famer’s singular career, highlighting her lasting influence on hip-hop and R&B as well as her longstanding partnership with legendary producer Timbaland.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Clover Hope
Producer: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Missy Elliott—“The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)”

Rob explores Guns N’ Roses’ signature power ballad “November Rain” in all of its extremely lengthy glory by discussing the band’s turbulent trajectory, the profound genius of Slash’s guitar playing, the song’s equally recognizable music video, and the moral detriment to enjoying the creative work of Axl Rose.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Naomi Fry
Producers: Justin Sayles and Isaac Lee
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Guns N’ Roses—“November Rain”

Rob explores the revolutionary Geto Boys single ‘Mind Playing Tricks On Me’ by highlighting how it expresses raw vulnerability through its lyrics and its legacy in hip-hop to the present day.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Kiana Fitzgerald
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Geto Boys—"Mind Playing Tricks On Me"

Rob explores Mariah Carey’s modern classic Christmas anthem “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by discussing the transcendent vocalist’s tumultuous early life and career, her oft-overlooked songwriting prowess, and how the song builds on the long canon of Christmas music.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Kyla Marshell
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Mariah Carey—“All I Want for Christmas Is You”

Rob explores Billy Ray Cyrus’s smash hit “Achy Breaky Heart” by discussing the new traditionalist movement in country music and how it affected Cyrus’s career.
This episode was originally produced as a Music and Talk show available exclusively on Spotify. Find the full song on Spotify or wherever you get your music.
Host: Rob Harvilla
Guest: Holly Gleason
Producers: Isaac Lee and Justin Sayles
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Billy Ray Cyrus—“Achy Breaky Heart”

Billy Ray Cyrus—“Achy Breaky Heart”

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