Apples & Oranges Def Dave Productions
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A Comparison of the Discographies of The Beatles and The Beach Boys.
We match albums up against each other in a 1v1 format, discuss every track then render our final judgments on which one is better.
These two bands took similar paths through the 60s. Comparing and contrasting their history and output offers a fascinating look at both.
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Smiley Smile vs Magical Mystery Tour: Part 2
We discuss every track of the LP version of Magical Mystery Tour, the only Capitol Records release canonized into the Beatles official discography.
And then we give our Final Judgment, picking our favorite from these two albums. -
Smiley Smile vs Magical Mystery Tour: Part 1
We close out the psychedelic eras of both bands with this matchup from 1967, kicking things off with a deep dive into Smiley Smile.
While the Beatles scramble for direction following the loss of their manager, the Beach Boys are trying to exorcise the demons of the failed Smile project. -
Sgt. Pepper vs Smile: Part 2
It's a Matchup of Masterpieces!
After exploring Sgt. Pepper last episode, this time we dive deep into Brian Wilson's legendary Smile album, possibly the greatest lost album in rock history.
And then we each give our Final Judgments on which album we think is better!
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Bonus Episode: New Documentary Reaction
We had the thrill of attending the IMAX livestream premiere of the new Beach Boy documentary on Tuesday (May 21st), three days before it debuts on Disney+.
So we decided to produce a quick reaction video to give everyone our spoiler-free general thoughts on what we saw and to let everyone know if we recommend it or not. -
Sgt. Pepper vs Smile: Part 1
In the first half of this matchup, we explore every track on Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club. Is this the Beatles' greatest album?
We are pitting this up against the greatest lost album in rock history, Smile by The Beach Boys. How great what was it? Does it have a chance? Find out in this incredible matchup of masterpieces.
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Pet Sounds vs. Revolver: Part 2
Which album will win? Pet Sounds or Revolver?
We discuss every track on Revolver and then give our Final Judgments!
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Customer Reviews
Great Idea
I enjoyed episode 1 very much and look forward to the rest of the series. This is a great concept for a show and I look forward to each match up. I think both bands got better later in the decade so I can’t wait to see which album takes on Pet Sounds.