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November 25, 2025 43 mins
Not all ’80s hair bands were defined by Aqua Net & eyeliner. There were countless hooks, killer guitar work, and songs that still resonate decades later. In this week’s episode, I break down 10 tracks that defied the stereotypes, exceeded the expectations and continue to remind us why ’80s hard rock still goes to 11!  Thank you to Jay Sweet for sending in this week’s playlist concept. 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog:⁠⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com⁠⁠ 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon):⁠⁠ https://patreon.com/myweeklymixtape⁠⁠ 🌐 Connect on Social:⁠⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-media⁠⁠ 📧 Email the Show / Contact:⁠⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact⁠⁠ My Weekly Mixtape is a music podcast that celebrates the art of the playlist — bringing the spirit of the classic mixtape into the streaming era. Join host Brian Colburn as he teams up with artists, musicians, and passionate music fans to curate themed playlists, share the stories behind the songs, and explore what makes great music connect with us all. From rock and pop to punk, hip-hop, and beyond, My Weekly Mixtape blends interviews, commentary, and nostalgia into the ultimate listening experience — one playlist at a time. Discover new music. Revisit old favorites. Give your playlists the mixtape treatment — every week on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Theme music: "Unveiled" by The 4th. Available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora & Bandcamp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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