🎙 Welcome back, everyone!
This week, Sam and Ryan unveil the brand-new set, dive into some fresh music news, and rack up a ton of laughs along the way. It’s a classic hang with the guys as they ease into another run of episodes and set the tone for what’s ahead.

🎧 Tune in every week for a brand-new episode of And The Year Was 1985.

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🎙 This week on And The Year Was 1985 — Sam and Ryan are joined by special guest Kevin Dietz!

Kevin shares his journey through music, creative influences, and what fuels his songwriting today. From early inspirations to life as a working artist, this episode is packed with insight, stories, and real talk for anyone who loves music and the process behind it.

🎧 Whether you’re a musician, a fan, or just love a great conversation, this one hits.

🔗 Connect with Kevin Dietz:
Website: https://kevindietzmusic.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dietztagram/

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This week the guys check out the Netflix Live Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua. Come take listen for the live reaction on this week podcast!

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We’re back and shootin’ the sh*t once again!This week, Sam and Ryan dive into a laid-back hangout episode packed with laughs and random chaos. The guys talk CD collecting, the latest in UFC, and a whole bunch more as they riff on whatever comes to mind. Tune in weekly for a new episode!

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This week the guys are back with a fun old school pod. They chat about the Epstein files, anniversaries of some very cool music, music ticket pricing and a little of whats ahead for ATYW1985.

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Steve Bays joins the show. Frontman of Hot Hot Heat, member of Mounties and Fur Trade, and one of Canada’s most versatile producers. We dig into conspiracy theories, the role of social media in shaping music and perception, and why late-night coffee conversations still matter.

Connect with Steve Bays:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevebays
Spotify Artist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YrP5z5u9zZ4guYpQqL3wT
Mounties: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ofGz9W8F8jK7zV4xjE2gC
Hot Hot Heat: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3FbE2cCDeed7JHyPS7zlLG

We are back!

Steve Bays joins the show. Frontman of Hot Hot Heat, member of Mounties and Fur Trade, and one of Canada’s most versatile producers. We dig into conspiracy theories, the role of social media in shaping music and perception, and why late-night coffee still matters.

Connect with Steve Bays:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevebays
Spotify Artist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YrP5z5u9zZ4guYpQqL3wT
Mounties: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ofGz9W8F8jK7zV4xjE2gC
Hot Hot Heat: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3FbE2cCDeed7JHyPS7zlLG

Avalon Stone joins the show. Canadian rock artist from Kitchener blending ’90s grunge with modern alt-rock. Discussion covers her early start at age 10, the writing and concept behind her debut EP “Chained,” mental health themes, and takeaways from sharing stages with Big Wreck, JJ Wilde, The Beaches, and The Goo Goo Dolls.
Website: https://www.avalonstonemusic.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avalonstonemusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AvalonStoneMusic
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@avalonstonemusic
Spotify Artist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3jWQI6u4BrnC9VqB8QFMv8