This month, Say What You Will travels back 40 years to July 1986—a pivotal moment in hard rock history.

First up, we examine David Lee Roth’s debut solo LP, Eat ’Em and Smile. Backed by a phenomenal virtuoso band featuring Steve Vai, Billy Sheehan, and Gregg Bissonette, Roth set out to prove his artistic identity outside of Van Halen. Four decades later, we re-evaluate the musicianship, songwriting, and dynamic energy of this record to see how it stands the test of time.

Next, we dive into Loudness and their landmark sixth studio album, Lightning Strikes. As Japanese heavy metal pioneers breaking through to international acclaim, Akira Takasaki and company delivered precise guitar work and powerful arrangements. We discuss the album's impact, production, and place in the mid-80s hard rock canon.

Plus:

  • July 1986 Music News & Context: A deep dive into the major headlines, release schedules, and industry shifts happening forty years ago this month.

  • Original or Cover? Trivia: We put Mark and Dennis to the test in a end-of-episode challenge to see if they can distinguish famous 80s tracks from their original roots.

Albums Covered:

  • David Lee Roth – Eat ’Em and Smile (Released July 1986)

  • Loudness – Lightning Strikes (Released July 1986)

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