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Song Swap Showdown: Your Weekly Music Review and Discussion Show!

Chris Vaglio and Rachel Vaglio

Join hosts Chris and Rachel on Song Swap Showdown, where they SWAP three songs each week based on a theme, exploring the lyrics, melodies, meanings, and history behind the music. From rock to country, no genre is off-limits. They rate the songs on a scale of 1-5 records, with 1 being a HARD SKIP and 5 being heavenly music to their ears. Whether you"re a music aficionado or just looking for new tunes, Song Swap Showdown is your go-to podcast for music reviews, history, and fun! Join us every week for

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01:07:22

St. Patrick's Day Special: Irish Music Showdown

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2023/03/15

Get ready for a St. Patrick's Day special on Chris and Amanda's Song Swap Showdown! This week, they're diving into the music of Ireland with three new picks each. Amanda's bringing some '90s nostalgia with The Cranberries' Dreams, while also showcasing the soulful sounds of Van Morrison's Days Like This. And who can forget Sinead O'Connor's heart-wrenching ballad Nothing Compares 2 U? Chris, on the other hand, is taking us on a journey through the energetic folk punk of Flogging Molly's Drunken

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01:10:27

Sipping and Swapping: Coffee Break Jams

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2023/03/08

Get ready for a fun and energetic episode of Chris and Amanda's Song Swap Showdown! In this episode, Chris and Amanda swap three songs they love to listen to on their coffee breaks. Amanda's picks for Chris this week are "Beyond the Sea" by Kina Grannis, "That's the Way It Is" by Daniel Lanois, and "Knee Deep" by Zac Brown. Chris' picks for Amanda are "1979" by Smashing Pumpkins, "Lucky Man" by The Verve, and "I Will Follow You into the Dark" by Death Cab for Cutie. Join Chris and Amanda as they

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01:23:49

Yacht Rock Showdown: Amanda vs Chris' Picks

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2023/03/01

Get ready to set sail with this week's episode of Song Swap Showdown! Chris and Amanda are taking to the high seas with some classic yacht rock tunes. They'll be sharing three songs each to rate on a scale of 1-5 records. Amanda's got some classic duets with "The Girl is Mine" by Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney, as well as "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" by Elton John and Kiki Dee and "On and On" by Stephen Bishop Meanwhile, Chris is bringing some smooth vibes with Steely Dan's "Peg," Rupert Holmes'

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01:11:38

Anthrax vs Warren Zeiders: Metal Madness vs Country Cool

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2023/02/21

Welcome back to another episode of Song Swap Showdown! This week, Chris and Amanda are shaking things up and going head-to-head with some seriously fun tunes. Instead of sharing songs from 3 music artists, they're each sharing three songs from one artist and rating them on a scale of 1-5 records. Chris is bringing his love of thrash metal to the table with Anthrax's hits "Caught in a Mosh," "Antisocial," and "Bring the Noise." Meanwhile, Amanda's sharing some fresh sounds from the up-and-coming

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01:05:12

One-Hit Wonders Revisited

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2023/02/14

Join Chris and Amanda as they face off in the ultimate Song Swap Showdown! This week's theme is One-Hit Wonders and these two music fans are ready to rock the mic. Each of them will share three songs they don't think the other has ever heard before and rate them on a scale of 1-5 records. Get ready to be transported back in time with some of the biggest one-hit wonders, including Smooth Criminal by Alien Ant Farm, To Be With You by Mr. Big, and Get Free by The Vines. But that's not

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00:58:17

The Sound of Soul: Motown Special

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2023/02/07

Get ready for a soulful and groovy episode of Song Swap Showdown as Amanda and Chris dive into the sounds of Motown! Amanda will be sharing "My Guy" by Mary Wells, "The Tears of a Clown" by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, and "Money" by Barrett Strong. Chris will be countering with "You Really Got a Hold on Me" by The Miracles, "Let It Whip" by the Dazz Band, and "Do You Love Me (Now That I Can Dance)" by The Contours. Get ready for a musical trip down memory lane as these two music

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01:02:33

Guilty Pleasures Unveiled

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2023/01/31

Get ready for a musical throwback on the latest episode of Song Swap Showdown! This time, the theme is all about guilty pleasures, and Chris and Amanda are sharing their most beloved tunes that they're a little embarrassed to admit they love. From Ashlee Simpson's "Pieces of Me" to K$sha's "Tik Tok," Chris brings the pop-punk vibes while Amanda adds some classic tunes with "Then He Kissed Me" by The Crystals and the steamy "I Touch Myself" by diVinyls. Join the fun as they rate and review each

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00:57:51

Cover Song Showdown: Chris vs. Amanda's Top Picks

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2023/01/25

Join Chris and Amanda as they face off in the ultimate cover song showdown! In this episode of the Song Swap Showdown, Amanda and Chris each select three iconic cover songs to battle it out. Amanda brings her powerful renditions of Pearl Jam's "Last Kiss," Lauren Daigle's soulful take on "Don't Dream It's Over," and Carrie Underwood's country twist on "I Told You So." Chris counters with his high-energy performances of A Day to Remember's "Since You've Been Gone," Save Ferris' ska-infused version of

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00:58:11

Underrated 1980's Songs

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2023/01/17

Get ready for a blast from the past on this week's Song Swap Showdown! We're digging deep into the 80s and uncovering some underrated gems that will have you singing along in no time. Chris is bringing the heat with "Starry Eyes" by Motley Crue, "5150" by Van Halen, and "Girl Like You" by The Smithereens. Amanda's picks include "Nobody Owns Me" by Belinda Carlisle, "Heartbreak Express" by Dolly Parton, and "Wrapped Around Your

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00:48:32

Top Disney Villain Songs

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2023/01/10

On this episode of the show, we'll be discussing our Top 3 picks for the best Disney villain songs. We'll be sharing our thoughts on why these songs made our list and why they are our favorites. Let us know what your TOP PICKS are! Whether you're a fan of the classics or newer releases, join us as we explore the catchy, evil tunes of some of Disney's most iconic villains. PLUS WE ALSO MADE A HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT! We are officially changing the name of our show too... Chris &

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00:00:56

Song Swap Showdown Trailer

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2023/01/10

Are you tired of listening to the same old songs on the radio? Do you love discovering new tunes and hearing different perspectives on them? If so, you're in the right place. On our show, Chris and Amanda’s Song Swap Showdown, we each pick three songs that we think the other has never heard before and then have a discussion about them. It's like listening in on your friends' conversations at lunch or coffee break, except it's us and it's always hilarious. We rate the songs on

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00:44:46

Top Disney Songs (REMIXED)

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2022/12/30

Join us for this REMIXED episode of The Chris and Amanda Show as we countdown our top favorite Disney songs from classic films like The Little Mermaid, Toy Story, and Tarzan. Don't miss out on this magical musical journey and be sure to let us know if you agree with our picks. Tune in now to watch or listen and let the Disney magic transport you to Infinity and Beyond! First Place: A- "A Part of Your World" from The Little Mermaid C- "You've Got a Friend in Me" from Toy Story Second Place: A-

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01:13:32

Holly Jolly Holiday Music Review and Trivia

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2022/12/20

It's the holiday season and we're getting into the festive spirit with our Holly Jolly Holiday Music Review and Trivia show. Tune in as we share our top holiday music picks and challenge each other with some festive music trivia. Get ready to rock around the Christmas tree with us! Amanda's Picks: Hard Candy Christmas by Cayley Hammack Jingle Those Bells by Debbie Gibson Almost Christmas Chris Issak Chris's Picks : Groovy Christmas - The Linda Linda’s Daddy’s Kissing Santa Claus by Havanna

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01:13:33

6 of the Best (And Worst) Songs For The Holidays

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2022/12/13

Looking for some fun and light-hearted Christmas music? Look no further! On this episode of the show, we are joined by guest host Marc Ronick from iRonick Media. https://ironickmedia.com/ We take a look at six comedic Christmas songs and give our thoughts on them. Whether you're looking to get into the Christmas spirit or want a good laugh, these tunes will surely put a smile on your face. Chris’s List: Yogi Yorgesson “I Yust Go Nuts for Christmas” Fountains of Wayne “I Want an Alien for Christmas”

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01:14:03

Country Christmas Music Review

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2022/12/07

Hey y'all! We're so excited to be doing a Christmas music review show! We'll be taking a look at some of the best country Christmas songs out there, and giving our thoughts on them. So grab some hot chocolate, put on your favorite ugly sweater, and join us for a little holiday cheer! Amanda's List Hard Candy Christmas by Dolly Parton Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas by Presley and Taylor Pretty Paper by Willie Nelson Chris's List Holliday Party by Dan + Shay A Wille Nice Christmas by Kacey

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01:06:58

Top 1980's Cartoon Theme Songs

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2022/11/29

If you grew up in the 80s, then you'll love these classic cartoon theme songs! Amanda and Chris take a nostalgic trip down memory lane and react to some of our favorite tunes from childhood. Check it out and let us know which is your favorite or which ones we missed! Amanda's List Jem and the Holograms My Little Pony Duck Tales Chris's List Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Transformers Muppet Babies INDIE ARTIST SPOTLIGHT! Our indie artist spotlight this week is on UK music artist, Alex Kate

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01:01:43

Top Thanksgiving Songs for Your Playlist

Song Swap Showdown: Your Weekly Music Review and... ·

2022/11/23

It's that time of year again when families and friends all come together to celebrate Thanksgiving. And what better way to get into the spirit than by listening to some great Thanksgiving music? We have done the work and are sharing some of our favorite songs for the holiday that we think should be added to your holiday playlist! Chris' Picks: Apples Peaches Pumpkin Pie by Jay and the Techniques I Want to Thank You - Otis Reading Mexican Wine by Fountains of Wayne Amanda's Picks: Thanksgiving

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00:56:34

Top Songs that Turned 25 in 2022

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2022/11/10

Hey music lovers! In this video, we're taking a look at some of our favorite songs from the year, 1997. They've all turned 25 years old this year, so it's time to take a trip down memory lane and review a few classic tunes! Do you have a favorite song from 1997? Let us know in the comments below! Chris's Picks: My Own Summer (Shove it) by The Deftones My Hero - by The Foo Fighters Dammit - by Blink 182 Amanda's Picks: Broken Wing by Martina McBride Foolish Games by Jewel I’ll Be Missing You

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00:58:05

Top Spooky Songs: Part 2 Rob

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2022/11/01

It's Halloween and that means it's time for some more spooky songs! In this follow-up to our last show, we take a look at six more ghoulish tracks. Listen/watch as we review songs by Rob Zombie, Ghost, Roky Erickson, Marty Stuart, Brandi Carlise, and, Hola Ghost. So put on your best costume and turn up the volume! Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! Chris' List: Halloween (She’s So Mean) by Rob Zombie and the Ghastly Ones I Walked with a Zombie by Roky Erickson Ritual

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01:00:54

Top Spooky Songs Part 1

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2022/10/25

Every week we share 3 songs with each that we don't think the other has ever heard and review them on a scale of 1-5 records! On this week's show, Chris and Amanda will be celebrating all things spooky and sharing songs that will get your blood flowing! Happy Halloween! Strap in and enjoy the show! Check out our Halloween Party Playlist on Spotify Amanda's Songs Somebody’s Watching Me by Rockwell Super Freak by Rick James I Put A Spell On You by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins Chris's Songs Her

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