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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we're celebrating America's 250th birthday the only way we know how—with a 4th of July Patriot Party Playlist. But don't worry... this isn't another collection of American Pie, God Bless the U.S.A., and every other song you've heard at a thousand backyard barbecues. We're bringing…
Every week Radio Garden State adds new music to the rotation, but this week Chris and Rachel are putting those songs on trial. From punk and indie rock to alternative, power pop, ska, and everything in between, they'll listen, debate, and deliver their Vinyl Verdict. Which songs deserve a permanent…
Family. We've all got one. This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we're spinning songs that celebrate the people who raised us, inspired us, drove us crazy, and helped make us who we are. Chris and Rachel each bring three songs about family to the table and put them through the ultimate…
🇦🇺 VINYL VERDICTS GOES DOWN UNDER 🇦🇺 Our #1 listener from Australia, Ian, sent us 6 songs to put through the official Vinyl Verdicts test. Will they be hidden gems? Future favorites? Or will they leave us scratching our heads? Chris and Rachel listen, react, debate, and rate every song…
This week on Vinyl Verdicts, Chris and Rachel are serving up the ultimate Cookout Jams playlist — the songs that instantly feel like summer. We’re talking backyard BBQ anthems, chill groove classics, windows-down singalongs, funky party starters, and those songs that somehow make burgers taste better. Each of us picked…
This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re creating The Graduation Mixtape — songs about freedom, growing up, moving on, and stepping into whatever comes next. Some songs capture the excitement of finally getting out on your own. Others hit that weird mix of nostalgia, fear, independence, and possibility that comes with…
This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re creating The Graduation Mixtape — songs about freedom, growing up, moving on, and stepping into whatever comes next. Some songs capture the excitement of finally getting out on your own. Others hit that weird mix of nostalgia, fear, independence, and possibility that comes with…
This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re blasting off for a May the 4th special with the Millennium Falcon Mixtape. We built a massive playlist for this one… then each of us pulled 3 songs to swap, defend, and rate on our 1–5 record scale. No rules. No genres. Just the…
This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we Took the Aux Cord Into Hyperspace and created the ultimate Millennium Falcon Mixtape, featuring an eclectic mix of songs that would make even Han Solo raise an eyebrow. We're putting tracks like Britney Spears' "Toxic " and David Bowie's "Rebel Rebel" to the test,…
When the rain starts falling, the right song just hits different. This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re diving into the ultimate rainy day soundtrack—songs about rain, songs that feel like rain, and songs that hit you right in that quiet, reflective mood. From iconic classics to unexpected picks, we’re each…
This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re blasting off for a May the 4th special with the Millennium Falcon Mixtape. We built a massive playlist for this one… then each of us pulled 3 songs to swap, defend, and rate on our 1–5 record scale. No rules. No genres. Just the…
When the rain starts falling, the right song just hits different. This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re diving into the ultimate rainy day soundtrack—songs about rain, songs that feel like rain, and songs that hit you right in that quiet, reflective mood. From iconic classics to unexpected picks, we’re each…
Spring is in the air—and so are the vibes. On this episode of Vinyl Verdicts: Song Reviews, Chris and Rachel each bring three songs that capture the feeling of spring. From upbeat indie tracks to nostalgic classics, we’re breaking down the songs that feel like sunshine, fresh starts, and open…
This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re diving headfirst into the world of BUTT ROCK… and yeah, we’re owning it. You know the songs. You’ve heard them a thousand times. You probably said you hated them… but somehow still know every word. From massive radio hits to overplayed anthems, we’re putting…
Join Chris and Rachel for a brand new song reaction as they dive into the latest from Weezer, "Shine Again." Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use…
Are your favorite artists actually getting better… or just older?This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re going Then vs. Now—comparing each artist’s first hit single to what they’re releasing today.Same band. Same name. But are they still delivering?We each picked three artists and put them head-to-head:👉 The song that made them…
Spring is in the air—and so are the vibes. On this episode of Vinyl Verdicts: Song Reviews, Chris and Rachel each bring three songs that capture the feeling of spring. From upbeat indie tracks to nostalgic classics, we’re breaking down the songs that feel like sunshine, fresh starts, and open…
Are your favorite artists actually getting better… or just older? This week on Vinyl Verdicts, we’re going Then vs. Now—comparing each artist’s first hit single to what they’re releasing today. Same band. Same name. But are they still delivering? We each picked three artists and put them head-to-head: 👉 The…
