ABC for Kids: Monster Mash (1991)
00:01
Bubbly sound effects are followed by upbeat music. The lighting on set is very dim and soft, melancholic parody
How Monster Mash Became the Ultimate Halloween Smash (2020)
01:43
The host, Steve Greenberg, gives a pop quiz with three hints stating the cultural significance, references, and chart success. Explains how Monster Mash became a cultural staple.
The Monster Mash: Everything You Didn't Know (2024)
00:01
This episode of Too Much Information covers the history and cultural impact of Monster Mash by Bobby "Boris" Pickett. Hosts Alex Heigl and Jordan Redstock reflect on their personal connection to the song, particularly how it played a role in their friendship when they met at People Magazine in 2016. Redstock recalls editing Heigl’s well-researched article on Monster Mash, which solidified their bond as fans of obscure musical history. They then dive into Pickett’s background—he was born in Somerville, Massachusetts, in 1938, a city known for its tough reputation and ties to organized crime. The hosts discuss the Winter Hill Gang, led by Whitey Bulger, and its prominence in Pickett’s neighborhood.The episode teases deeper explorations of Monster Mash, including its unexpected connections to James Brown, Pickett’s persistent efforts to modernize the song, and the unusual production behind the track.
ABC for Kids
00:01 - 00:12
Bubbly sound effects are followed by upbeat music. The lighting on set is very dim and soft, melancholic parody
Speed of Sound (2020)
01:43 - 02:21
The host, Steve Greenberg, gives a pop quiz with three hints stating the cultural significance, references, and chart success. Explains how Monster Mash became a cultural staple.
TMI: The Monster Mash
00:01 - 04:59
This episode of Too Much Information covers the history and cultural impact of Monster Mash by Bobby "Boris" Pickett. Hosts Alex Heigl and Jordan Redstock reflect on their personal connection to the song, particularly how it played a role in their friendship when they met at People Magazine in 2016. Redstock recalls editing Heigl’s well-researched article on Monster Mash, which solidified their bond as fans of obscure musical history. They then dive into Pickett’s background—he was born in Somerville, Massachusetts, in 1938, a city known for its tough reputation and ties to organized crime. The hosts discuss the Winter Hill Gang, led by Whitey Bulger, and its prominence in Pickett’s neighborhood.The episode teases deeper explorations of Monster Mash, including its unexpected connections to James Brown, Pickett’s persistent efforts to modernize the song, and the unusual production behind the track.