Vinyl Verdicts: Song Reviews

Episodes

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June 6, 2023

Top Tear-Jerker Songs

Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster on this week's episode of Song Swap Showdown! We're diving deep into tear-jerker songs that tug at our heartstrings. As we bid farewell to the beloved show Ted Lasso's third season, we thought it fitting to swap songs that bring tears to our eyes. Amanda kicks off the tearful journey with Willie Nelson's iconic "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," a heartfelt country ballad that evokes bittersweet emotions. She follows up with Patty Loveless' soul-stirring "H...
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May 29, 2023

BONUS EPISODE: 5 Minute Song Swap

Get ready for a special bonus episode of Song Swap Showdown that will have you on the edge of your seat! In this episode, Chris and Amanda will only swap one song each, and to add an extra challenge, they have just 5 minutes to do it. The stakes are high as they dive into the contrasting worlds of rock and country. Chris presents Amanda with Bring Me The Horizon's "Lost," a powerful and intense track. Will Amanda embrace the electrifying energy and raw emotion of this rock anthem? On the other...
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May 23, 2023

Top Songs for Your Summer Playlist

Get ready to soak up the sun and get your summer vibes on with the latest episode of Song Swap Showdown! Chris and Amanda are back, and this time they are swapping three songs each that they believe deserve a spot on everyone's summer playlist. Amanda kicks off with a perfect summer anthem, "Summertime" by DJ Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince. This classic hip-hop track is sure to transport you to lazy summer days and backyard BBQs. Next up, she brings the timeless feel-good vibes of "Kokomo" by The ...
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May 17, 2023

Songs About Mom: Top Musical Odes to Moms

Get ready for a heartwarming and energetic episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as Chris and Amanda pay tribute to mothers with their selection of songs for Mother's Day! From soulful reggae to rock anthems, these songs celebrate the love and appreciation for moms everywhere. Amanda's list to Chris starts off with "Mama Love" by Lutan Fyah, followed by the classic "I'll Always Love My Mama" by The Intruders, and the heartfelt tribute "Dear Mama" by 2Pac. Chris's list to Amanda, on the other hand, b...
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May 10, 2023

Top Songs with Names in the Title

Get ready for an exciting new episode of Song Swap Showdown as Chris and Amanda take on the challenge of swapping some of their favorite songs with a person's name in the title! From classic rock to pop hits, these songs will have you feeling all the emotions and grooving to the beat. Amanda starts off with a bang by bringing "Polk Sally Annie" by Elvis Presley, followed by "Gloria" by Laura Branigan and "Goodbye Earl" by The Chicks. Chris, on the other hand, isn't one to be outdone, and he's ...
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May 2, 2023

Top One-Word Song Titles

Get ready for an exciting episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as Chris and Amanda dive into a playlist of some of their favorite one-word song titles. From alternative rock to pop, these songs will have you grooving and singing along. Amanda has picked out "Stay" by Lisa Loeb and Nine Stories, "Mouth" by Merril Bainbridge, and "Faith" by George Michael for Chris. Meanwhile, Chris is bringing his own set of dynamic and energetic songs to the mix. Get ready for "Trash" by New York Dolls, "Sliver" by...
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April 25, 2023

Listener Music Picks- Forkboy's Playlist

Get ready for a special episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as Chris and Amanda take on a playlist curated by their friend and guest of the show, Tony "Forkboy" Donato. Tony has handpicked three songs each for Chris and Amanda, making for an exciting and unpredictable episode. They will rate each song on a scale of 1-5 records, with 1 record being a dumpster fire of a song and 5 being heavenly music to their ears. Tony has chosen "Whiskey In Mind" by Christian Kane, "Fore She Was Momma" by Clay Wal...
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April 18, 2023

Heartbreak Hits: 1980s Breakup Song Swap

Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster ride with this episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as Amanda and Chris swap their favorite 1980s break-up songs! From soulful ballads to angsty rock hits, these songs will have you feeling all the emotions of love and loss. Amanda is bringing some powerful and emotional break-up songs to the mix, starting with "Against All Odds" by Phil Collins, followed by "I Hope You Are Never Happy" by Dolly Parton, and "I'm Leaving Now" by Johnny Cash. These songs are su...
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April 5, 2023

Wedding Song Inspiration: Chris and Amanda's Top Picks

Get ready for a romantic and upbeat episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as our host Chris and guest Amanda swap their favorite wedding songs! Whether you're getting married, planning a wedding, or just a fan of love songs, this episode is not to be missed. Chris is bringing some classic and alternative tunes to the mix, starting with "Just Like Heaven" by The Cure for the Bride and Groom dance song. For the Daddy/Daughter dance, Chris chose "You've Got a Friend" to bring everyone to tears. And to k...
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March 29, 2023

1980's Hip-Hop Song Swap

Get ready to turn up the beat and travel back in time to the 80s with this week's episode of "Song Swap Showdown"! Amanda and Chris are swapping their favorite 80s hip-hop tunes to see which songs come out on top. Amanda is bringing the heat with "Girls Ain’t Nothing But Trouble" by DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince, "Bust A Move" by Young MC, and "Just a Friend" by Biz Markie. These tracks will have you singing and rapping along in no time while showcasing the best of 80s hip-hop. However, C...
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March 22, 2023

SKA Music for Beginners: Song Swap Showdown with Benny Capaul

Welcome to this episode of our podcast, "Song Swap Showdown"! In this episode, your hosts Chris and Amanda are joined by special guest Benny Capaul, a seasoned musician and SKA aficionado, host of the Let's Talk About Death podcast (https://www.letstalkaboutdeathpodcast.com/), and singer of the Michigan-based ska bad, The Boy Detective - https://linktr.ee/theboydetective Together, they share three of their favorite SKA songs with Amanda, who will rate each song on a scale of 1-5 records and de...