Vinyl Verdict

Vinyl Verdict

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Vinyl Verdict

A podcast where friends and co-workers Bell, Jamie, Adam, and formerly, Plouffe talk about vinyl from the strange to the extraordinary. Hosted by @softontwitch, @jamiepilkey, and @hemightbeadam

6 DAYS AGO

Guest: Jonathan Horst | Jack J - Blue Desert

On the special episode of Vinyl Verdict, Bell, Jamie and Adam are joined by guest Jonathan Horst. Our former colleague at the office, Jonathan brought with him Jack J's second album, "Blue Desert", released in November 2024. A mix of musical sounds that are reminiscent of a number of genres popular between the mid 80s and the mid 90s, the album is skilful at sounded upbeat while having somewhat downbeat lyrics. This album also features some great saxophone, which is a podcast favourite. Come along as the boys chat with our friend Jonathan and find out whether they are "Wrong Again" or just "Born Without a Smile".

1h 14m
FEB 9

Does TPAB hold up 10 years later? | Kendrick Lamar - To Pimp a Butterfly

On this episode of Vinyl Verdict, Bell, Jamie and Adam listen to Adam's next pick, Kendrick Lamar's"To Pimp a Butterfly". Released in 2015, it was his third studio album. Upon release, the album received rave reviews, with many critics lauding its production, the social relevance of the lyrics, and the use of many styles of music. At the 2016 Grammy Awards, it received 7 nominations, including Album of the Year, it won for Best Rap Album. But will the boys find this to be their best rap album? Will it make the top spot on their lists or will they find it to be just "Alright"? Come along and find out!

1h 31m
FEB 1

One of the Best Selling Albums of All Time | Green Day - Dookie

On this episode of Vinyl Verdict, Bell, Jamie and Adam listen to Jamie's next pick, Green Day's "Dookie". Released in 1994, it is way up there on the list of the best selling albums of all time. Their major label debut, it came out of the gate strong and was amplified by an absolutely unhinged appearance at Woodstock '94. Critics have said this album marks a turning point in the 90's, moving music away from the grunge sound from the early part, to a more pop-punk sound in the later half. We've already covered four albums that came out in 1994, Live's "Throwing Copper", Weezer's "Blue Album", The Offspring's "Smash" and Nas' "Illmatic", but what will the boys think of this one? Will they be "Having a Blast"? Come along and find out!

52 min
JAN 25

Brilliant or Boring? | Coldplay - Parachutes

On this episode of Vinyl Verdict, Bell, Jamie and Adam listen to Bell's next pick, Coldplay's "Parachutes". Their debut album, it was released in the distant future of the year 2000. The runaway success of the album was propelled by two of the singles, Trouble and Yellow. The album won the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Album at the 2002 ceremony, and has gone on to sell upwards of 13 million copies. But is the album a brilliant first release from a band, or a boring one? What is a Coldplay? Join the boys as they delve into these questions and more!

58 min
JAN 18

Our Greatest Greatest Hits | blink-182, Engelbert Humperdinck, Patsy Cline

On this special episode of Vinyl Verdict, Bell, Jamie and Adam dive into the topic of greatest hits, best ofs and other compilations! Bell brings blink-182's "Greatest Hits", their first such compilation, released in 2005. A fun, often goofy release from the masters of pop-punk, it came out two years after their fifth album. Adam's pick, Engelbert Humperdinck's "20 Great Hits", released in 1977, raises two questions. Firstly, what constitutes a "great hit"? Second, what is a "middle of the road balladeer"? The boys grapple with both questions. Finally, Jamie's pick, Patsy Cline's "Patsy Cline's Greatest Hits", is a brief exploration of Patsy Cline's unfortunately short music career. Will this episode be our greatest hit? Come along and find out!

2h 28m
JAN 12

A Landmark Album | Bjork - Homogenic

On this episode of Vinyl Verdict, Bell, Jamie and Adam listen to Adam's next pick, Bjork's "Homogenic". Released in 1997, it was subject to widespread critical acclaim. Many critics lauded the production, lyrics and general vibe of the album as being excellent. The album spawned five singles, two of which were nominated for Grammy Awards for their music videos. The album itself was nominated for Album of the Year, but lost to Radiohead's "Ok Computer". Rolling Stone calls "Homogenic" the #202 album of all time, but what will the boys think? Will they call it "Immature", or will they say "All is Full of Love"? Come along and find out!

54 min
JAN 5

The Founding Father of Synth-Pop | Gary Numan - The Pleasure Principle

On this episode of Vinyl Verdict, Bell, Jamie and Adam listen to Jamie's next pick, Gary Numan's "The Pleasure Principle". Released in 1979, it was his first solo album following two albums with the group Tubeway Army. The album covers a number of genres that were in popularity at the time, including synthpop, new wave, electropop and electronica. Taking its title from a surrealist painting of the same name, the album has a largely sci-fi theme to it. What will the boys think of the album? Will they find it too 'Complex' or will it strike up a 'Conversation'? Come along and find out!

58 min
12/29/2024

More than just a loser | Beck - Guero

On this episode of Vinyl Verdict, Bell, Jamie and Adam listen to Bell's next pick, Beck's "Guero". Released in 2005, it was his ninth studio album. Propelled forward by the single E-Pro, the album was his best selling and highest charting, worldwide. Critically, the album was well received, with most reviewers noting it was a return to form for Beck. But what will the boys think? Will they say 'Hell Yes' to the album or will they run for the 'Emergency Exit'? Come along and find out!

58 min

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Vinyl Verdict Season 3 is HERE!

Vinyl Verdict will be back weekly starting Saturday September 7th! Thanks for listening, and come along with us for Season 3.

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A podcast where friends and co-workers Bell, Jamie, Adam, and formerly, Plouffe talk about vinyl from the strange to the extraordinary. Hosted by @softontwitch, @jamiepilkey, and @hemightbeadam

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Vinyl Verdict
Years Active

2022 - 2025
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126
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