Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews

AC/DC "Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap" Review

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we have Cousin Dave join us to discuss this 1976 classic. We also experiment with a new format, reviewing the album song by song.

Beastie Boys "Paul's Boutique" and MD 2020 Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 10:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we review this masterpiece from 1989 while drinking some fine fortified American wine.

Van Halen "1984" Review

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 10:01:00 +0000

In this episode we throw it back a bit. This was actually the first episode we ever recorded, but we shelved it because Eddie Van Halen passed away right after we finished it. It's a little raw around the edges. Enjoy!

Van Halen "Fair Warning" and Montucky Lager Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 10:01:00 +0000

In this episode we review arguably the best Van Halen record, while drinking arguably the worst beer ever created. Ever. Anywhere. Ever. Seriously.

Mötley Crüe "Too Fast For Love" and Old Style Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 10:01:00 +0000

In this episode we reconvene after one year of no new episodes, all while drinking Chicago's finest lager and listening to the second best Crüe record.

Nine Inch Nails "Pretty Hate Machine" Review

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we compare an OG copy of this classic with the reissue/remaster for our season three finale.

Ozzy Osbourne "Diary of a Madman" and Natural Light Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we try to figure out if this is the best solo record by the prince of darkness, all while drinking some (tasty) beers.

Whitesnake "Whitesnake" and Narragansett Lager Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 04:59:00 +0000

In this episode, we talk about our love of John Sykes and this era of Whitesnake while drinking this tasty lager from upstate New York.

Christmas Special and Abita Christmas Ale Review

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 23:06:00 +0000

In this episode we drink a very tasty Christmas ale and listen to our favorite Christmas tunes.

Stevie Nicks "Bella Donna" and Sierra Nevada Celebration IPA Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we're a bit divided on this Stevie Nicks record, all while enjoying this delicious seasonal ale.

KISS "Destroyer" Review and the "Champagne of Beers"

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 13:01:00 +0000

In this episode we try to figure who our favorite members of KISS are, while also enjoying some fine Miller High Life.

ZZ Top "Tres Hombres" and Presidente Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 15:03:00 +0000

In this episode, we profess our love for this little old band from Texas while downing some Presidentes.

Led Zeppelin "II" and Budweiser Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we review one of the greatest albums of all time, while we drink the blandest beer on this planet.

AC/DC "Fly on the Wall" and Pabst Blue Ribbon Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we set the record straight about Brian Johnson era AC/DC, while drinking everyone's favorite cheap beer.

Montrose "Montrose" and Stella Artois Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we absolutely fall in love with Montrose's sefl-titled debut, and we drink some delicious Stella Artois tallboys.

N.W.A. "Straight Outta Compton" and Olde English 800 Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we act like middle school gangsters from 1988 (we were) and discuss the merits of Ole' E.

Cheech & Chong's "Greatest Hit" and Pacifico Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 08:51:00 +0000

In this episode we wish our country happy birthday, drink a lot of Pacificos and talk about our love for classic Cheech & Chong.

AC/DC "Powerage" and Foster's Bitter Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Sat, 15 May 2021 03:51:00 +0000

In this episode, we marvel at all of the Bon Scott records, and we do our best (worst) Australian accents while drinking Foster's.

Cinderella "Long Cold Winter" and Weihenstephaner Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 07 May 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we discuss the merits of Cinderella, and try to pronounce this delicious German brew.

Aerosmith "Toys in the Attic" and Sapporo Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode, Brandon tries to convince Travis that Aerosmith isn't the worst popular band of all time. And we drink some tasty Japanese lager.

Guns N' Roses "Appetite for Destruction" and Schlitz Malt Liquor Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we don't mind Schlitz, and we really, really like this record.

The Clash "London Calling" and Boneyard Skunkape Red IPA Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we wish we liked The Clash more than we do, and we drink some delicious IPAs from Bend, Oregon.

Prince "Purple Rain" and Colt 45 Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we purify ourselves in the water of Lake Minnetonka, and drink Billy Dee Williams' favorite beer.

Alice in Chains "Dirt" and Singha Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we talk about how much we love "Dirt" and Thai beer.

Metallica "Kill 'em All" and Genesee Ice Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode, Genesee Ice kicks our asses and we realize how much we miss Cliff Burton.

Duran Duran "Rio" and Miller High Life Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we try to figure out why so many Taylors existed in Duran Duran at the same time. And we also drink Miller High Life.

Meatloaf "Bat out of Hell" and King Fisher Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In the first episode of season two we talk about Meatloaf and his son-in-law, while drinking India's finest lager.

Anthrax "State of Euphoria" and Robinsons Iron Maiden Ale

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we figure out how much we love Anthrax, and probably drink too much Iron Maiden beer.

Alice in Chains "Facelift" and White Street Kolsch Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 03:52:00 +0000

In this episode we drink a really good beer and review an even better record.

The Police "Outlandos d'Amour" and Keystone Light Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we try to decide who has the better perspective on The Police, while drinking Keystone Light.

Kix "Blow My Fuse" and Busch Ice Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we examine this Baltimore band and decide if Busch Ice was a good choice.

Def Leppard "High 'n' Dry" and Hamms Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we discuss Def Leppard, and investigate a question we've all pondered -- is this the best Def Lep record? All while "reviewing" Hamm's beer.

Rush "Moving Pictures" and Natural Ice Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 05:01:00 +0000

Happy New Year! In this episode we try our hardest to find a track to avoid, and question our decision to review Natural Ice.

Foreigner "4" Review

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 05:01:00 +0000

Merry Christmas! In this episode we figure out if there are any bad songs on this record.

AC/DC "Flick of the Switch" and Mickeys Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we try to decide if this is the best Brian Johnson AC/DC record, and we extol the virtues of Mickey's wide mouths.

Thin Lizzy "Jailbreak" Review

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 05:01:00 +0000

In this episode we realize how much we love Thin Lizzy. Hint, it's a lot.

ZZ Top "Afterburner" and Yuengling Pilsner Reviews

Beards, Brews and Vinyl Reviews — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 12:57:00 +0000

In this episode, we yell at each other about our love for this era of ZZ Top and question the Yuengling Pilsner we're reviewing.