Buckle up, y’all — it’s time for a Country Road Trip! This week on Song Swap Showdown, Amanda and Chris are swapping their favorite country songs perfect for hitting the open road. Whether you're driving down a back road, cruising cross-country, or dreaming of a great escape, these songs belong…
Celebrating 36 Years of Faith No More’s “The Real Thing”! 🎶 On this day in 1989, Faith No More released The Real Thing—their third album and the first featuring Mike Patton as lead vocalist! This genre-blending masterpiece gave us iconic tracks like “Epic,” “From Out of Nowhere,” and “Falling to…
It’s getting hot out there, and this week on Song Swap Showdown, Amanda and Chris are serving up the ultimate Songs About Summer! ☀️⛱️ From surf rock to summer love anthems, they’re swapping 3 songs each that capture the season's vibe. Which tracks bring the heat and which deserve to…
It’s getting hot out there, and this week on Song Swap Showdown, Amanda and Chris are serving up the ultimate Songs About Summer! ☀️⛱️ From surf rock to summer love anthems, they’re swapping 3 songs each that capture the season's vibe. Which tracks bring the heat and which deserve to…
Today, the world mourns the loss of Brian Wilson, who passed away at the age of 82. As the creative force behind The Beach Boys, Wilson’s visionary songwriting, innovative production, and deeply emotional artistry transformed the landscape of popular music and touched countless lives. The Soundtrack of a Generation Brian…
This week on Song Swap Showdown, Amanda and Chris are taking their playlists international! They’re each swapping three songs that are either about another country or feature a country in the title. Which songs will earn a 5-record rating and secure a spot on the Eternity Playlist… and which ones…
🖤⚡️ June 1, 1970 — The U.S. meets the Prince of Darkness. ⚡️🖤 54 years ago today, Black Sabbath’s self-titled debut album dropped in the U.S.—and heavy metal officially had a birthplace. Released earlier that year on Friday the 13th (naturally) in the UK, Black Sabbath unleashed something raw, dark,…
40 YEARS of RATT-n-Roll! On May 30, 1985, RATT dropped their sleazy, snarling sophomore record, “Invasion of Your Privacy”—and proved Out of the Cellar was no one-hit wonder. Celebrating 40 YEARS of platinum hair, killer hooks, and guitar heroics. 📀 Triple Platinum 📈 Peaked at #7 on the Billboard 200…
May 25, 1983 – Holy Diver descended from the metal heavens. 42 years ago today, Ronnie James Dio roared into the spotlight with his debut solo album—and Holy Diver became an instant heavy metal masterpiece. With riffs forged in fire, vocals that could level mountains, and lyrics that danced between…
May 24, 1974 – Bad Company hit the scene… and rock ‘n’ roll never looked back. 51 years ago, four legends walked into Headley Grange and walked out with one of the most iconic debut albums in rock history. Bad Company wasn’t just a band—it was a statement, and their…
May 21, 1971 – A Soul Revolution Began. Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On” turns 54 today. More than just an album—this was a plea, a poem, a protest. Marvin Gaye cracked open his heart and delivered a sonic masterpiece that dared to ask the questions America wasn’t ready to answer.…
This week, Amanda and Chris are packing their bags and hitting the musical map — it’s all about Songs About U.S. States! Whether it’s a rock anthem about California, a country jam for Tennessee, or a soulful ode to Georgia, they’re each swapping three state-inspired songs that represent the sounds…
Today in Music History: May 21, 1997 “OK Computer” landed—and nothing was ever the same. 27 years ago, Radiohead dropped their third studio album and redefined what rock could be. OK Computer wasn’t just a record—it was a transmission from the future. With haunting lyrics about tech-fueled isolation, dystopian capitalism,…
This week, Amanda and Chris are packing their bags and hitting the musical map — it’s all about Songs About U.S. States! Whether it’s a rock anthem about California, a country jam for Tennessee, or a soulful ode to Georgia, they’re each swapping three state-inspired songs that represent the sounds…
On This Day in 1982, The Clash Dropped a Bombshell: Combat Rock Released May 14, 1982, Combat Rock marked the peak—and beginning of the end—for The Clash’s classic lineup. Fueled by the MTV juggernaut “Rock the Casbah” and the timeless anthem “Should I Stay or Should I Go,” the album…
The Black Crowes released their classic second album, The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion, on May 12, 1992. This blues-rock record marked the debut of guitarist Marc Ford and keyboardist Eddie Harsch, and delivered four #1 rock singles including “Remedy” and “Thorn in My Pride.” Named after an 1835 hymnal,…
Get ready to kick off your flip-flops and soak up the sonic sunshine — this week, Amanda and Chris are swapping Songs About Beaches! 🏄♀️☀️ Whether it’s surf rock, chill island vibes, or beachy pop anthems, this episode is a full-on musical escape. Expect sun-soaked singalongs, laid-back grooves, and maybe…
Get ready to kick off your flip-flops and soak up the sonic sunshine — this week, Amanda and Chris are swapping Songs About Beaches! 🏄♀️☀️ Whether it’s surf rock, chill island vibes, or beachy pop anthems, this episode is a full-on musical escape. Expect sun-soaked sing-alongs, laid-back grooves, and maybe…
Today in music history: On May 12, 1967, The Jimi Hendrix Experience released their groundbreaking debut album Are You Experienced in the UK. This iconic record revolutionized rock with Hendrix’s innovative guitar work and psychedelic sound, spawning classics like “Purple Haze,” “Hey Joe,” and “The Wind Cries Mary.” It quickly…
Sunny Day Real Estate’s iconic debut album Diary just turned 31 years old! Released on May 10, 1994, this record is a cornerstone of the emo genre and helped shape Midwest emo with its raw emotion and dynamic sound. Celebrated for its influence and lasting impact, Diary remains a beloved…
Did you know that May 11th 1963 “The Beatles started a 30 week run at No.1 on the UK album charts with their debut album ‘Please Please Me’, making it the longest running No.1 album by a group ever. The bands follow up ‘With The Beatles’ replaced it at the…
Today marks the 31st anniversary of Weezer’s iconic debut, the Blue Album, released on May 10, 1994. Produced by Ric Ocasek, it features classics like “Buddy Holly,” “Say It Ain’t So,” and “Undone – The Sweater Song.” Initially overlooked, it grew into a defining album of the ‘90s, selling over…
