Battle of the Bands: 1986 | Toscano vs. Chang

Back to the 80s Radio presents: Battle of the Bands — 1986. This week, Toscano and Chang go head-to-head in an all-out 1986 music showdown featuring some of the biggest rock, pop, New Wave, and alternative songs of the year. Three rounds. Three...

Step into the year of big hair, bigger hits, neon nights, arcade lights, and some of the most unforgettable moments of the decade! This week, Toscano & Chang take you on a ride straight back to 1986 — a year when MTV ruled the world, movie theaters were packed, comedians pushed the limits, and the soundtrack of our lives blasted through boom boxes and FM radios everywhere. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/back-to-the-80s-radio--5883226/support .

This week on Back to the 80s Radio, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the way it felt back then—simple, social, and unforgettable. We’re counting down our top five 80s-inspired St. Patrick’s Day activities and drinks, taking you back to a time when the night was planned around great music, good company, and just enough mischief to make it memorable. From neon-lit parties to the sounds that filled the air, this episode blends the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with the energy of the 1980s—where every s

Experiences & Freedom – What Did We Lose? We had a conversation about something simple. Back in the 80s, if you wanted music, you waited for it. If you wanted to see someone, you went to their house. If you wanted something big, you saved for it. Now everything’s instant. Music. Movies. Shopping. Even conversations. That’s not a rant. It’s just different. So we asked a real question: Did effort make things feel more meaningful? And another one: Did we feel freer when nobody could reach us 24/7?

One Vision of Queen with Marc Martel Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:00 PM We Will Rock You, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, We Are the Champions, and the legendary Bohemian Rhapsody are songs that just scratch the surface of Queen’s legacy. There was only one Freddie Mercury. His unique vocals have made it nearly impossible to perform his music as he did. Finally, we are able to present Marc Martel and One Vision of Queen performing Freddie’s music as it should be. Legendary Queen drummer Roger T

This week on Back to the 80s Radio, it’s just Mario — and a deep dive into what made the 80s more than just a decade. It was the experience. Walking into Blockbuster. Spending an hour in the mall. Getting lost with a Thomas Guide on your lap. Choosing a VHS tape and committing to the night. In a world built on convenience, we revisit a time built on participation. If you’ve ever missed the ritual, the anticipation, or the feeling of being fully present — this one’s for you. Become a supporter of