Re-Vinyl

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 [email protected] — 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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📩 Join the Conversation: What’s your take on the list so far? Got a favorite ’80s album (or any decade for that matter) we should talk about? Drop us a line at [email protected]  - your picks might make the next episode!

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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📩 Join the Conversation: Got your own favorite overlooked album? Send us a message at [email protected] — we’d love to feature some listener picks in a future episode!

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.

📩 Join the Conversation: Want to weigh in on one-hit wonders, RSD finds, or your own chart flashbacks? Reach out at [email protected] —we’d love to hear from you!

This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig tip their hats to The Boss himself—Bruce Springsteen—before diving into some more random musical treasures.

🎤  Spotlight on "The Boss":

Shawn’s Picks: His Top 5 Bruce Springsteen Albums, showcasing the depth and power of the Boss’s iconic discography.

Craig’s Picks: His Top 10 Springsteen Songs, highlighting everything from anthemic classics to emotional deep cuts.

📖 One-Hit Wonder Roulette: Craig pulls 5 random entries from Brent Mann’s 101 Greatest One Hit Wonders, and the duo unpacks each track and artist—remembering the fleeting moments that left a lasting mark.

📚 Uncut’s ’90s Albums – Round 4: As always, they finish with 5 more random selections from Uncut Magazine’s Top Albums of the 1990s—with reactions, memories, and hot takes.

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On this episode of Revinyl, Shawn and Craig celebrate Record Store Day 2025 with a fresh round of top picks, dive into a bit of chart nostalgia, and keep their journey through the '90s rolling.

🛍️ Top 10 RSD 2025 Releases: Shawn & Craig reveal their Top 10 releases from this year’s Record Store Day—from exclusive reissues and long-awaited live recordings to must-grab limited editions.

📅 Chart Flashback – April 1985: The duo goes head-to-head with the Top 10 songs from April 1985 in the US vs. the UK, comparing hits, deep cuts, and the transatlantic differences that made each chart unique.

📚 Uncut’s ’90s Albums – Round 3: As always, they wrap up with 5 more random selections from Uncut Magazine’s Top Albums of the 1990s, sharing reflections on the records that defined a generation.

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In this episode of Revinyl, Shawn and Craig cover a wide range of sonic territory—from hard rock legends to modern-day grooves, and a continued journey through ‘90s classics.

🎸 Shawn’s Pick: A spotlight on Van Halen’s Fair Warning—arguably their darkest and most underrated album. Shawn breaks down the raw energy, guitar work, and why this album stands apart in the Van Halen catalog.

🎹 Craig’s Pick: A dive into Okonski’s sophomore album Entrance Music—a rich, meditative blend of instrumental soul and jazz. Craig explores how this release builds on their debut and carves out its own distinct vibe.

📚 Uncut's ’90s List – Part 2: The duo wraps up with five random selections from Uncut Magazine’s Top Albums of the ’90s, offering takes on why these albums earned their spot and how they hold up today.

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On today’s episode of Revinyl, Shawn and Craig take a nostalgic journey through some of the most iconic one-hit wonders of all time—randomly selected from Brent Mann’s book 101 Greatest One Hit Wonders.

📖 Shawn’s Resource: A deep dive into Mann’s definitive collection of one-hit wonders, exploring the songs that made a massive impact before the artists faded from the charts.

🎲 Craig’s Random Picks: Craig randomly selects 10 numbers from the book’s list, leading to a spontaneous discussion about each song and the artist behind it.

🎶 From legendary chart-toppers to hidden gems, this episode celebrates the artists who had their one big moment—and whether they deserved more!

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