One Hit Thunder
Yes, One Hit Thunder in a long-running podcast about one hit wonders, and yes, it’s hosted by Chris Fafalios of the band Punchline and Matt Kelly of the Geekscape Network, but don’t let THAT be what convinces you to listen and subscribe. Instead, read the words of this 1 star review left by Royalsfan83 with the subject line “Garbage”: Yet another music podcast by insipid, try-hard millennials who amaze themselves at how edgy they are. You can get this content from countless other shows minus the delusional leftist rants. Hard pass.
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June 26, 2026 • 29 mins
Released a mere five days after the first ever Wrestlemania, Episode 4 finds George in the midst of a full-blown midlife crisis. After Mr. Belvedere has to come to his rescue at a local wrestling event, George feels the effects in a myriad of ways, from his relationship with Wesley to his performance in the bedroom. In this week’s edition of Belvedere Bros, we dive into this surprisingly adult-themed episode.
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June 24, 2026 • 56 mins
Of course you know all about Beatlemania, but did you know about Mungomania? You probably think that’s some sort of joke, but it’s not…Mungomania was a real thing. Off the back of the hype from ONE good festival performance in 1970, Mungo Jerry’s “In the Summertime” went on to become one of the top-selling singles of all time, topping the charts in 20 countries. This week, we’re ...
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June 19, 2026 • 38 mins
Originally released on March 29th, 1985, the third episode of Mr. Belvedere finds Wesley taking an interest in ballet (much to George’s chagrin.) Though the family tries to keep Wesley’s lessons a secret from George, the cat is soon let out of the bag when he finds Wesley’s slippers. Can George handle his son’s pirouettes and pliés? This week, we explore this classic episode in which the family’s patri...
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June 17, 2026 • 61 mins
In late 1982, Toni Basil took a break as one of the most accomplished choreographers and dancers on the planet to, ya know…have a #1 smash hit single. Rising above everyone from Lionel Richel to Michael Jackson to Paul McCartney to Marvin Gaye, the almost 40 year old Toni subverted all expectations of a female pop star to grab the top spot. The song and music video are now permanently affixed to our brains, and she’ll ...
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June 12, 2026 • 15 mins
In the second ever episode of Mr. Belvedere (which was originally released on March 22nd, 1985), Wesley feels like an outcast when he isn’t invited to his friend Howie’s party. Mr. Belvedere comes to the rescue, suggesting that Wesley instead throw a party of his own. This week, we get into how young Wesley handles the situation, whether or not the alternative party was a good idea, and if George is in fact striking his...
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June 10, 2026 • 65 mins
In the summer of 2000, Vertical Horizon seemed to be EXACTLY what the US wanted. The heartfelt and longing sounds of the single “Everything You Want” skyrocketed the band to #1, and the song went on to become one of the biggest songs of the year. For a band who had paid their dues and started their career with a very DIY approach, their mainstream success was maybe cut shorter than it could’ve been by th...
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June 5, 2026 • 40 mins
On March 15th, 1985, the world was introduced to Mr. Belvedere, a sitcom on ABC about an accomplished British housekeeper who shows up at the door of a Pittsburgh family. What followed was six seasons of heartwarming hilarity, anchored by Broadway veteran Christopher Hewett’s portrayal of Lynn Aloysius Belvedere. In this episode, Matt and Chris dive into the pilot episode of the show, exploring everything from the show’...
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June 3, 2026 • 69 mins
Oh SNAP! This week, we’re joined by Five Iron Frenzy vocalist Reese Roper to explore the life and times of Biz Markie, otherwise known as the Clown Prince of Hip Hop. The unforgettable chorus of “Just a Friend,” which was an interpolation of a 1968 Freddie Scott song, became instantly iconic, and Biz’s less-than-perfect performance gave the song endless charm and personality. Whether Biz was inevitably bound...
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May 27, 2026 • 65 mins
We recently did a listener-sourced Thundred countdown of the 100 greatest one hit wonders of all time, which was a balanced mix of the expected and the surprising. One of the most shocking songs to make the list was Scritti Politti’s “Perfect Way”, mostly because NEITHER guy who hosts a 300+ episode podcast ABOUT one hit wonders even KNEW the song! It landed at #70 on the list, putting it above names you...
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May 20, 2026 • 71 mins
In the summer of 1982, the punky, upbeat sound of Bow Wow Wow’s cover of “I Want Candy” served as a perfect compliment to both the warm weather and the music revolution that was MTV. The band was fronted by the very young Annabella Lwin, whose energy, style, and mohawk made her as memorable as the song itself. It was the controversial vision of fashion designer, manager, lyricist, and provocateur Malcolm McLaren t...
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May 15, 2026 • 43 mins
Now that the entire one hit wonder Thundred list is out there, Chris and Matt discuss the songs that got SNUBBED from the list! They even let everyone know what landed at #101 through #110 on the list.
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May 13, 2026 • 103 mins
In the midst of the late 2015 charts that featured the likes of Justin Bieber, The Weeknd, Adele, and Drake, you’ll find Elle King, the raspy-voiced singer-songwriter whose sound was a cross between country and rock. Her Top 10 hit “Ex’s & Oh’s” was a critically acclaimed track that describes Elle’s past relationships with needy men and how they tend to come back to haunt her. The music video...
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May 8, 2026 • 76 mins
The final installment of the one hit wonders THUNDRED is here! In this episode, we’re counting down from #20 to #1, and by the end of the episode, we crown the GREATEST ONE HIT WONDER OF ALL TIME (as decided by our listeners, past guests, friends, and of course US!) Tune in and enjoy the ride.
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May 6, 2026 • 52 mins
In 2003, the Danish pop duo Junior Senior took the world by storm with their irresistible dance song “Move Your Feet.” Accompanied by a perfect animated music video, Jesper and Jeppe’s introduction to the ears of millions seemed to position them for an enormous career. They were collaborating with everyone from The B-52s to the Looney Tunes, and raising the spirits of anyone who stumbled across their mu...
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May 1, 2026 • 66 mins
The penultimate episode of our countdown of the 100 greatest one hit wonders of all time is here! In Part 4 of our Thundred series, we’re counting down #40 through #21 of the songs that our past guests, friends in the world of music, and LISTENERS LIKE YOU have submitted as the very best. Take a listen and let the speculation about what will top the list fly!
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April 29, 2026 • 47 mins
In 2008, Welsh singer-songwriter Duffy looked ready to take over the world of music. Her Motown-inspired single “Mercy” was a huge hit all over the globe (with the notable exception of the United States.) Despite its moderate chart success in the US, the song was featured in movies, TV shows, and it even earned her a Grammy. Duffy’s momentum continued into her second album, and just when she seemed poised to NEVER...
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April 24, 2026 • 67 mins
We’ve reached the halfway point of our countdown of the 100 greatest one hit wonders of all time! In Part 3 of our beloved Thundred series, we’re counting down #60 through #41 of the songs that YOU the listeners have deemed the very best from the world of bands and artists that have only had one mainstream hit in their career. Tune in to join in on the fun and see who made the cut!
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April 22, 2026 • 79 mins
The Heights was a short-lived TV show about a diverse seven-piece band that aired on Fox in the early 90s. Each episode ended with a music video that kinda encapsulated the whole episode, and at the end of the pilot episode, a young actor named Jamie Walters sung a song so powerful that it would be the end of the road for, well, “End of the Road” from Boyz II Men’s epic 13 week run at #1 on the Hot 100. “How...
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April 17, 2026 • 58 mins
This is Part 2 of the special One Hit Thunder series counting down the 100 greatest one hit wonders of all time, as decided by YOU the listeners! If you didn’t hear last week’s episode counting down from 100 to 81, make sure you listen to that one first, and then tune in for this week’s fun.
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April 15, 2026 • 65 mins
If you’re traveling back in time to the early 2000s to compete in the X Games, can I suggest an Icelandic rap-rock group to serve as the soundtrack for your halfpipe drop in? Yes, I’m speaking of Quarashi, a band that was one part Beastie Boys, one part Rage Against The Machine, and all EA Sports video game menu music. This week’s guest, comedian Dave Losso, wanted to discuss their closest thing to a hit...
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