Rock Rankings

This week on Rock Rankings, we’re heading back to the neon glow of the 1980s to celebrate the unforgettable one-hit wonders that still live rent-free in our heads. We’ve each picked our top 12 favorites, and this special two-part episode kicks off with Part One of our countdown. Big hair, synth hooks, and songs you know by heart—let’s rewind to the ’80s.

This week on Rock Rankings, we’re raising a glass to the Piano Man himself, Billy Joel. From streetwise storytelling to arena-shaking anthems, his songs have captured the heart of New York—and the world—for decades. Join us as we each count down our personal top ten favorites from one of rock’s greatest songwriters.

It’s finally time. For our 30th episode, Rock Rankings takes on the biggest catalog of them all—the Beatles. To mark the anniversary of their historic February 1964 appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, we count down our personal top ten Beatles songs. From early magic to groundbreaking classics, this special episode celebrates the moments that changed music forever.

This week on Rock Rankings, we’re breaking the rules and going beyond the top ten. We count down our top 12 songs that peaked at number two on the Billboard charts—tracks that never hit number one but became some of the most iconic and beloved songs of all time. Proof that sometimes, second place is unforgettable.

This week on Rock Rankings, we celebrate the smooth voice and timeless songwriting of Smokey Robinson—both with the Miracles and as a solo artist. From Motown magic to solo soul classics, Smokey’s songs defined romance, heartbreak, and groove. Join us as we count down our top ten favorites from one of music’s greatest storytellers.

This week on Rock Rankings, we’re hitting the road with Journey. From soaring vocals to arena-sized hooks, their music has fueled sing-alongs and big moments for decades. Join us as we count down our personal top ten Journey songs—and see which anthems we have open arms for, and which truly don’t stop believin’.

This week on Rock Rankings, we celebrate the career of Donna Summer—the undisputed Queen of Disco. From dancefloor anthems to soulful ballads, her groundbreaking music defined an era and still fills the room with energy. Join us as we count down our top ten songs from one of the most influential voices in pop music history.

To ring in the New Year, Rock Rankings turns the clock back 60 years to the unforgettable sounds of 1966. A landmark year for rock and pop, it delivered groundbreaking songs that still resonate today. Join both hosts as they count down their top ten favorites from one of the most influential years in music history.

This week on Rock Rankings, we’re getting into the holiday spirit with a special Christmas episode. Each of us counts down our top ten favorite Christmas songs, from timeless classics to festive favorites. Pour some eggnog, crank up the volume, and join us for a merry musical countdown.

This week on Rock Rankings, we’re diving into the harmonies, falsettos, and unforgettable melodies of the Bee Gees. From early pop gems to disco-era dominance, the brothers Gibb shaped the sound of multiple decades. Join us as we count down our top ten songs from one of the most influential groups in music history.