Year-End Favorites: Shows, Purchases, Albums & Books

This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig close out the year by celebrating the music, moments, and discoveries that made the past twelve months unforgettable.

🎤 Shawn’s Top 5 Shows of the Year
Shawn kicks things off with his Top 5 live shows, sharing the concerts that blew him away, surprised him, or reminded him why live music hits different.

🎸 Craig’s Fave Surprise Show
Craig follows up by spotlighting the one show that truly caught him off guard—the unexpected standout that left a serious impression.

💿 Top 5 Purchases of the Year
Both hosts then reveal their Top 5 favorite music purchases of the year—vinyl, box sets, collectibles, and more. The stuff that made the bank account tremble but the soul very happy.

🎶 Craig’s 5 Random Picks from His Top 25 Albums of the Year
Craig reaches into his year-end album list and pulls five random selections, giving quick hits on why each one earned a spot.

📚 Shawn’s Top 5 Books of the Year
Shawn closes the episode by sharing his Top 5 music-related books, whether biography, autobiography, or deep-dive music history—perfect picks for listeners looking to read more in the new year.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig dig into the listener mailbag, responding to an email about New Wave essentials, must-have albums, and underrated gems. Things go mostly as planned—at least on Craig’s side.

📬 Listener Email Spotlight – New Wave Deep Dive
The guys respond to a great question from a listener looking to expand their New Wave collection. The assignment: must-have albums, dark horses, and personal favorites.

🎧 Craig’s Picks:

• 10 New Wave Essentials – cornerstone albums every fan should own
• 5 Under-the-Radar Gems – lesser-known records that deserve way more love

🎶 Shawn’s… Interpretation of the Assignment:
Instead of albums, Shawn decides to contribute his Top 25 New Wave Singles🤔.

💬 Great conversation, great picks, and a fun look at how different two music fans can interpret the same email.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig wrap up their multi-week countdown by revealing their Top 5 Albums of the 21st Century—the records that shaped their modern listening, stuck with them, and stood above the rest. Expect surprises, passionate picks, and maybe even a little friendly debate as they close out the list.

🖐️ Top 5 of the 21st Century
Each host unveils their personal Top 5, capping off the full 25–1 countdown they’ve been building toward. From indie classics to genre-shifters, these are the albums they consider essential.

💿 RSD Black Friday Preview
To finish things off, they preview the upcoming Record Store Day – Black Friday edition, spotlighting notable releases as well as highlighting their continued disappointment in the overall selections.

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This week on Revinyl, Craig and Shawn keep the momentum rolling with a blast from the past and another round of modern favorites from their ongoing 21st-century album countdown.

🎸 Craig’s ’70s Surprise:
Craig kicks things off with a special treat for Shawn—something straight out of the late 1970s that’s guaranteed to spark some nostalgia and smiles.

🏆 Top 25 Albums of the 21st Century (15–6):
Then it’s on to the main event as both hosts continue their Top 25 Albums of the 21st Century countdown, this week revealing picks #15 through #6. From critical darlings to personal favorites, Shawn and Craig share the albums that defined the past two decades for them.

🎧 Expect passionate picks, unexpected overlaps, and a few curveballs as they inch closer to their top 5.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig dig into vinyl hauls, rock history, and the start of a massive countdown of their favorite albums from the modern era.

💿 Shawn’s Latest Vinyl Haul:
Shawn kicks things off with the details on his latest bulk vinyl purchase—this time from Plaid Room Records / Colemine Records in Loveland, Ohio. Expect soulful finds, funky surprises, and plenty of crate-digging excitement.

🎸 Rush in Atlanta – A Musical History Lesson:
Craig answers Shawn’s question: “I wonder where Rush first played in Atlanta?” He dives into the story of the venue where it all began, what it later became, and some of the legendary artists who graced its stage through the years.

🏆 Top 25 Albums of the 21st Century (25–16):
To close things out, the duo begins their three-part countdown of the Top 25 Albums of the 21st Century—starting with picks #25 through #16. Expect surprises, modern classics, and a few albums you might’ve forgotten you loved.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig keep things rolling with stories, trivia, and more trips through the decades of great music.

📚 Shawn’s Music Reads:
Shawn kicks things off by sharing some of his favorite music-related books—biographies, autobiographies, and behind-the-scenes reads that every true fan should have on their shelf.

🎸 Rush Trivia Challenge:
Next, Shawn quizzes Craig on Rush’s first-ever U.S. tour, testing his prog rock knowledge one question at a time.

💡 Craig’s “Did You Know” Moment:
Craig drops another fun fact from the vault, adding a perfect touch of music nerdery to the mix.

🎤 Bands with Second Acts:
The duo then runs through a short list of artists and bands who reinvented themselves, proving that sometimes the sequel is worth the spin.

📅 October 1995 Chart Flashback:
They jump back 30 years to revisit the Top 10 singles in the UK and the US from October 1995—some forgotten hits, some timeless classics & some bafflingly bad tracks.

📚 Uncut’s Top Albums of the ’90s – Round [#]:
To close it out, Shawn and Craig randomly select 10 more albums from Uncut Magazine’s Top Albums of the 1990s, giving their takes on what still holds up and what’s faded over time.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig go full rock historian mode—with trivia, tales, and a look at one of prog rock’s biggest comebacks.

🧠 Craig’s Music Trivia Challenge:
Craig kicks things off by testing Shawn’s rock knowledge with 5 cryptic hints to identify one of the biggest heavy metal bands of all time. Can Shawn piece together the clues before the final reveal?

📖 What’s in a Name?
Next up, Shawn cracks open another gem from his ever-growing music library—this time exploring a book all about band name origins. From clever wordplay to happy accidents, they run through the stories behind some iconic and seriously strange band names.

🥁 Rush Reunion News:
To close things out, the guys discuss the recent buzz around the Rush reunion, now featuring powerhouse drummer Anika Nilles. They reflect on what this means for fans, the band’s legacy, and the next chapter of one of rock’s most technically gifted trios.

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This week on Revinyl, Shawn and Craig keep the energy high with live album favorites, listener-style challenges, and a look at the albums that shaped one rock legend’s career.

🎸 Shawn’s Top 10 Live Albums:
The episode kicks off with Shawn’s list of Top 10 Live Albums—the performances that capture the raw power, emotion, and atmosphere only a live show can deliver. From rock titans to under-the-radar gems, this list hits every corner of the stage.

🔥 Rate It & Either/Or Rounds:

• Shawn → Craig: A round of Rate It 1–10 challenges covering music, pop culture, and random curveballs.
• Craig → Shawn: Craig fires back with his own Rate It questions plus an Either/Or segment—forcing Shawn to make some quick, tough calls.

🎶 Greg Kihn’s 10 Albums That Changed His Life:
The guys dig into Greg Kihn’s personal list of the 10 albums that influenced his music and career. Expect a mix of classic rock staples, deep cuts, and stories that prove the power of great records.

📚 Uncut’s Top Albums of the ’90s – Round [#]:
To wrap things up, Shawn and Craig return to Uncut Magazine’s Top Albums of the 1990s, selecting 10 more random picks and giving their trademark reactions and reflections.

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