Vinyl Verdicts: Song Reviews
Vinyl Verdicts: Song Reviews is a music review show hosted by husband-and-wife team Chris and Rachel, built for people who actually listen. Each episode, Chris and Rachel swap songs, make the case for their picks, challenge each other’s takes, and deliver honest verdicts, all at the song level. No full-album deep dives. No algorithm worship. Just individual tracks, real opinions, and thoughtful conversation across genres, eras, and moods. If you love discovering music, hearing different perspectives, and debating what’s actually worth the spin, welcome to the court.
Vinyl Verdicts: Song Reviews
Vinyl Verdicts: Song Reviews is a music review show hosted by husband-and-wife team Chris and Rachel, built for people who actually listen.
Each episode, Chris and Rachel swap songs, make the case for their picks, challenge each other’s takes, and deliver honest verdicts, all at the song level. No full-album deep dives. No algorithm worship. Just individual tracks, real opinions, and thoughtful conversation across genres, eras, and moods.
If you love discovering music, hearing different perspectives, and debating what’s actually worth the spin, welcome to the court.
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Aug. 3, 2026
1986 ROCK ALBUM SHOWDOWN | Vinyl Verdicts
1986 was a monster year for rock. This week, Chris and Rachel are spinning their picks for the best glam, arena, and radio rock albums released in 1986. From arena-filling anthems and guitar heroes to the albums that ruled MTV, they're revisiting the records that defined rock in the mid-'80s—and deciding which ones still deserve a spot in your collection. Expect plenty of debate, hot takes, and a few albums that might surprise you. Which 1986 rock album gets your Vinyl Verdict? 📺 Watch LIVE
July 27, 2026
Top Selling Albums of 1986- Do They STILL Hold Up in 2026?
1986 was one of the biggest years in music history... but did the best-selling albums actually deserve it? Join Chris and Rachel as they count down the top-selling albums of 1986, revisit the hits that dominated record stores and MTV, and give each album the only rating that matters... the Vinyl Verdict. Which albums still hold up? Which ones were overrated? And which classics deserve another spin? 📀 Join us as we look back at the albums that defined 1986—and let us know your favorites in the
July 20, 2026
Were These the BEST Songs of Summer 1986? | Vinyl Verdicts
Summer. 1986. Big hair, cassette tapes, cruising with the windows down, and songs that seemed to be everywhere. This week on Vinyl Verdicts, Chris and Rachel rewind the clock to one of the biggest summers in music history. From chart-topping pop and rock anthems to unforgettable one-hit wonders and hidden gems, they're building the ultimate soundtrack to the Summer of 1986. Which songs still sound incredible today? Which ones were bigger than you remember? And which tracks deserve another spin
July 15, 2026
We Ranked the Best Summer Playlist Songs
Summer is officially here, and this week on Vinyl Verdicts we're sharing our favorite songs about the summer heat, hot summer nights, beach vibes, and everything that makes this season unforgettable. In this special edited podcast edition, Chris and Rachel reveal the songs they picked for the playlist, why they chose them, and the stories and memories behind each track. Whether you're heading to the beach, firing up the grill, or taking a late-night drive with the windows down, we'v
July 15, 2026
Top HOT SUMMER NIGHTS Songs:Podcast Edition
Summer is officially here, and this week on Vinyl Verdicts we're sharing our favorite songs about the summer heat, hot summer nights, beach vibes, and everything that makes this season unforgettable. In this special edited podcast edition, Chris and Rachel reveal the songs they picked for the playlist, why they chose them, and the stories and memories behind each track. Whether you're heading to the beach, firing up the grill, or taking a late-night drive with the windows down, we've got the s
July 13, 2026
The Best Hot Summer Night Songs
It's hot outside, so we're turning up the soundtrack. This week on Vinyl Verdicts, Rcahel and Chris are diving into songs inspired by blazing temperatures, sticky summer nights, beach parties, bonfires, and everything that makes summer unforgettable. From timeless classics to unexpected favorites, we'll spin each track, break it down, and decide whether it deserves a spot on your ultimate summer playlist. Do you have a favorite song about summer or those unforgettable hot summer nights? Let us
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