In this week’s episode of Revinyl, Shawn and Craig start by paying tribute to the incomparable Brian Wilson, reflecting on his legacy, artistry, and the lasting influence he’s had on generations of musicians and fans. Shawn caps off the discussion with his top 10 Beach Boys songs.

🎯 Rate It 1–10:
Next up, Shawn introduces a new segment inspired by a notable Instagram creator—he surprises Craig with 15 totally random music and pop culture topics, and Craig has to rate each one from 1 to 10 on the spot. No prep, no context—just gut reactions, a few laughs, and a whole lot of opinions.

📼 Rolling Stone’s ’80s List: Part 4
The episode wraps up with the next batch in their ongoing countdown of Rolling Stone’s original Top 100 Albums of the 1980s, published in November 1989. This week, they cover #40 through #21, diving into records that shaped the decade and how those picks hold up today.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig go full metal as they turn their attention to Iron Maiden, who’ve recently been making headlines—not for a new album, but for a plea from longtime manager Rod Smallwood asking fans to limit cell phone use during live shows for their latest tour.

📱 Live in the Moment or Capture It?

Shawn and Craig dive into the debate: Do phones ruin the live concert experience—or are they just part of modern fandom? They discuss fan reactions, band perspectives, and how it impacts the overall energy of a show.

🤘 Iron Maiden Spotlight:

Craig’s Picks: His Top 5 Iron Maiden Albums, tracing the band’s evolution and the records that hit the hardest.

Shawn’s Picks: His Top 10 Iron Maiden Songs, from galloping riffs to epic narratives—Shawn shares the tracks that define Maiden’s legacy.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig continue their trip through Rolling Stone’s original Top 100 Albums of the 1980s, straight from the November 1989 issue—capturing how the decade was viewed just as it came to a close.

📼 Rolling Stone’s ’80s List: Part 3
They reveal and reflect on entries #60 through #41, unpacking the artists, albums, and moments that were fresh in critics’ minds at the end of the decade. Expect some legendary records, bold surprises, and plenty of passionate takes.

📚 Uncut’s ’90s Albums – Random Round:
As always, Craig wraps things up with another random batch of 5 picks from Uncut Magazine’s Top Albums of the 1990s, offering their thoughts on how those selections stack up today.

🎶 From decade-defining synths to ’90s grit, this episode blends critical history with fresh perspective—all served up Revinyl-style.

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It’s a celebration! 🎉 For our 50th episode and 1-year anniversary, we’re joined by our good friend Kevin from the Schizophrenic Music Podcast for a special episode that dives headfirst into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame—its hits, misses, and mysteries.

🏛️ Hall of Fame Hot Takes:
We each bring our own take on who belongs—and who doesn’t. That’s right:

• 5 Inductees Removed
• 5 New Inductees Added
  Brace yourselves for some spicy opinions, passionate defenses, and maybe even a little controversy.

🤘 Three Voices, One Mission:
From long-overdue legends to “how did they get in?” head-scratchers, it’s all fair game in this musical showdown.

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📩 Join the Conversation: Who would you kick out of the Hall? And who deserves to be enshrined? Drop us a line at revinylpodcast@gmail.com — we want your picks!

This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig return to their deep dive into Rolling Stone’s original Top 100 Albums of the 1980s, straight from the November 1989 issue—a snapshot of the decade as it ended, unfiltered by revisionist history. They reveal and discuss albums #80 through #61, digging into the context, impact, and some eyebrow-raising choices from a time when the '80s were still fresh in everyone’s ears. Expect a mix of cult favorites, commercial giants, and maybe a few surprises.

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In today’s episode of Revinyl, Shawn and Craig shine a spotlight on some of their favorite overlooked albums—records that might’ve flown under the radar but left a major impression.

💎 Hidden Treasures: From bands few have heard of to albums that never got their due, Shawn and Craig dig deep into the crates to unearth some truly underrated gems—including artists who are still putting out new music today.

🎧 Why They Matter: They’ll share what makes these albums so special, why they deserve more love, and a few personal stories behind discovering these rare finds.

🔎 For the Curious Listener: If you’re looking to expand your collection or just love hearing about the records that almost got away, this episode is a must-listen.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig kick off a multi-part series diving into Rolling Stone’s original Top 100 Albums of the 1980s—not the updated list, but the real-time rankings published in November 1989, when the decade had just wrapped.

🧠 A List Frozen in Time: Before hindsight and reissues reshaped history, this list captured how critics viewed the decade as it ended. Love it or hate it—this was the ‘80s as it stood in ‘89.

📉 Starting with #100–81: In this first installment, Shawn and Craig dig into the bottom 20 entries—from cult classics and overlooked gems to unexpected picks that still spark debate.

🎶 What Still Holds Up? The duo offers hot takes, vinyl insights, and their own personal reflections on how these albums fit into the broader story of a genre-defining decade.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig are joined by Kevin from the Schizophrenic Music Podcast for a jam-packed episode full of vinyl talk, list battles, and musical time travel.

🛍️ RSD 2025 Recap: The trio kicks things off by sharing their experiences from this year’s Record Store Day—favorite grabs, surprising finds, and thoughts on how RSD has evolved over the years.

📖 One-Hit Wonder Rapid Fire: Kevin takes the reins with 5 random picks from Brent Mann’s 101 Greatest One Hit Wonders, sparking spontaneous discussion on pop glory, forgotten gems, and “where are they now?” theories.

📅 Chart Flashback – April 1980: Shawn brings the stats with a Top 10 Songs comparison from April 1980 (US vs UK)—cue the nostalgia and cultural crossovers.

📚 Uncut’s ’90s Albums: Craig closes things out with 5 more random selections from Uncut Magazine’s Top Albums of the 1990s, adding fresh insight to their ongoing deep dive into one of music’s most eclectic decades.

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