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The Record Swappers

The Record Swappers

By The Record Swappers

Welcome to The Record Swappers!

We are Gabriel and Viking. In each episode, we talk about an album, dive into the history behind the album, and give our opinions on the music.

We are two guys from Sweden who are lovers of all music and vinyl enthusiasts. Our aim with this podcast is to broaden our musical horizons and yours as well.

Join us on our podcasting adventure and musical journey.
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46: Feel Your Feelings Fool!

The Record SwappersMay 24, 2021

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46: Feel Your Feelings Fool!

46: Feel Your Feelings Fool!

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The Records Swappers ends this podcast season with a real summer blast. We are talking about the album "Feel your feelings fool!" by the band The Regrettes. We chit-chat about Swedish summers, air guitars, and dread our age.

Rock out to this album, tune in and then tell us what's your favorite summer album!
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May 24, 202101:08:01
45: The Double EP: A Sea of Split Peas

45: The Double EP: A Sea of Split Peas

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As Australia is heading into its winter month, Viking thought it was a good idea to talk about the Australian artist Courtney Barnett and her double EP "A sea of split peas" as our first summer vibe special. We talk about Australia's LGTBQ+ laws, Swedish mnemonic devices, our first ode, and much more.

Listen to the album, tune in to our Queer-filled episode and get into that summer mood!
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May 11, 202101:16:25
44: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

44: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

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In this episode, The Records Swappers return to fight the world while listening to the soundtrack of the 2010 movie Scott pilgrim vs. The world. 

Viking finally gets to air his grievances about this movie as they both jammer on about the good old 90s and the only T.rex member to be part of the fellowship.

Listen to the soundtrack, tune in, and then forget about "Under my thumb".
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Apr 25, 202101:27:20
43: Batman Mask Of The Phantasm

43: Batman Mask Of The Phantasm

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In this episode, we talk about  Batman Mask Of The Phantasm Original Motion Soundtrack Picture Soundtrack by Shirley Walker. We gush over this fan-favorite movie with wonderful esthetic and an epic soundtrack.

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Apr 11, 202101:49:18
42: Grae

42: Grae

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Finally, it´s here! Our episode on Moses Sumney's "Grae".
It´s been a while because life got in the way and some of this episode has some crackles, pops, and distortion. We have edited it as best as possible, so we hope you understand and enjoy this really fun episode on an amazing album!

We gush over Moses Sumney's artistry, voice, and etherealness of the album! Listen to the album, check out the episode and take care!

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Mar 18, 202102:33:23
41: Little Girl Blue

41: Little Girl Blue

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It's February and black history month! So we are doing an episode on one of the most stunning legends of music. We are talking about "Little Girl Blue" by Nina Simone. We discuss her background as a classical Pianist, her part in the civil rights movement, and some great documentaries you all should go watch.

Enjoy the album, listen to the episode and tell us your thoughts!

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Feb 14, 202101:45:14
40: Fetch The Bolt Cutters

40: Fetch The Bolt Cutters

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Trigger Warning: For sexual abuse.

This week Gabriel and Viking continue to talk about their favorite albums of 2020. Specifically, we are talking about Fiona Apple's album "Fetch the bolt cutters".
We discuss some of the unique instruments on this record, some of Fiona's interesting stories, and all dog barks!

Hope you listen to the album, tune in and tell us what your favorite album of 2020 is.

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Jan 31, 202101:29:58
39: Have You Lost Your Mind Yet?

39: Have You Lost Your Mind Yet?

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In this week's episode, we cover Vikings' favorite album of 2020. We are talking about the album "Have you lost your mind yet?" by Fantastic Negrito. We discuss 2020 and the crazy start of 2021, some interesting life stories, and also try for some horrible celebrity impressions.

Go listen to the album, here is a video of "Fantastic Negrito: HAVE YOU LOST YOUR MIND YET? - Preview": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SLcNuCiA5o&ab_channel=FantasticNegrito

Tune in to the episode and stay fantastic!

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Jan 18, 202101:48:39
38: Top Ten Of 2020

38: Top Ten Of 2020

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We want to start out the new year of 2021 by taking a retrospective off the year that has been 2020 with our Top Ten Of 2020.
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Jan 03, 202101:47:50
37: Shatner Claus - The Christmas Album

37: Shatner Claus - The Christmas Album

A very Shatner Xmas
Dec 20, 202002:03:02
36: A Soulful Christmas

36: A Soulful Christmas

Get down with his bad self James brown and a soulful Christmas
Dec 06, 202001:32:03
35: Hamilton

35: Hamilton

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We are going to Broadway, baby!
In this week's episode, Gabriel and Viking bring on a very special guest, the musical expert Matilda Modigh. We take an effective deep dive into Hamilton, one of the biggest musicals in recent history.

We discuss settling the United States financial system in a rap battle, burning things on stage and how many words and motifs, can you really fit into one musical.

Watch the show, tune into our episode, and tells us what you thought about Hamilton.

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Nov 22, 202002:18:44
34: Goo

34: Goo

Sonic Youth, Goo, Amazing music and all the rabbit holes!
Nov 08, 202002:13:36
33: ...For The Whole World To See

33: ...For The Whole World To See

DEATH! Dolphins, LSD DRug trips, and just genuine love of this music!.
Oct 25, 202001:13:53
32: What.

32: What.

I smell What. I smell Comedy!
Oct 11, 202001:49:03
31: The Sickness

31: The Sickness

We talk about The Sickness by Disturbed, the 2000s, and the Ooh, wah-ah-ah-ah!
Sep 27, 202001:27:29
30: Elegant slumming

30: Elegant slumming

Elegant Slumming it with the M People
Sep 13, 202001:20:35
29: Made In Heaven

29: Made In Heaven

We discuss queens album made in heaven!
Aug 30, 202002:03:05
28: The Suburbs
Aug 16, 202001:47:03
27: Fleet Foxes
Aug 02, 202001:09:32
26: Through Low Light And Trees

26: Through Low Light And Trees

This is our last episode of season 1!<br /><br />For this episode we listen to Vikings pick by The smoke fairies and talk about some movies, the album and our general thoughts about season 1 of the podcast.<br /><br />Join us in this chill and sweet episode!
Apr 28, 202001:25:14
25: Made In America

25: Made In America

On this episode the two partners in crime, Gabriel and Viking, discuss another pair of criminals and musicians called the Blues Brothers and their live album Made in America. <br /><br />They dive headlong into a maddening world of blues, comedy, cocaine and physical stress therapists.<br /><br />Hope you enjoy and stay safe!
Apr 12, 202001:27:26
24: Bonus Episode - Quiz Time!

24: Bonus Episode - Quiz Time!

It is time for Gabriel and Viking to duke it out! They challenge each other to see who remembers the most from previous episodes in a daring quiz battle and they end it with lightning round that does not go quite as fast they want to.<br /><br />Who will come out the other side a victor? You just have to tune in to hear. <br /><br />Hope you enjoy and stay safe!
Mar 29, 202001:14:39
23: One Hot Minute

23: One Hot Minute

Gabriel and Viking stops by for a minute in these crazy times to talk about Red hot chili peppers heavily underrated album One Hot Minute.
Mar 15, 202001:33:05
22: King Of The Delta Blues Singers
Mar 01, 202001:43:57
21: Bonus Episode - Singels Night!

21: Bonus Episode - Singels Night!

We interrupt your regular scheduled programming to bring you something for all the singles out there. Gabriel and Viking get together to talk about some handpicked songs they really like and some short history behind them, also to argue about what the best love song of all time really is.<br /><br />Hope you listen to the songs, tune in and spread the love of music!
Feb 16, 202001:49:37
20: Thunder 'N Lightnin'

20: Thunder 'N Lightnin'

Gabriel and Viking travel back to the 60s for their second go around. This time they are here to talk about the charismatic Hoyt Axton and his 1963 album "Thunder 'n Lightnin'". We also talk about his film career, his song writing accomplishments and we also spoil the bible.<br /><br />Hope you listen to the album, tune in and holler your opinions at us!
Feb 02, 202001:05:25
19: "Awaken, My Love!"

19: "Awaken, My Love!"

On this episode, Gabriel and Viking discuss some hard-hitting subjects, find their true names and dive deep into the 70s all the while we gush about Childish Gambinos masterpiece album "Awaken, my love".
<br />Follow along on our journey down the rabbit hole and please have a wild ride.
Jan 19, 202001:44:46
18: Bonus Episode Top 10 of 2019
Jan 05, 202001:54:60
17: One Christmas At a Time
Dec 22, 201901:37:51
16: A Twisted Chirstmas

16: A Twisted Chirstmas

Gabriel tries to get Viking into the christmas spirit with his rockin
recommendation! 

Twisted sister with the album "A twisted christmas". We eat gingerbread cookies and talk about christmas songs old as well as new. We carry on about the most sold single in the world, and we dive deep into fish holes about D&D monsters and red herrings. 

Hope you listen to the album, tune in and spread your holiday cheer.
Dec 08, 201901:21:50
15: In League with Dragons

15: In League with Dragons

It´s time to take a listen to Vikings recommendation In League With Dragons by The Mountain Goats. Follow along while we chat about our latest adventure to Stockholm where we we hung out with dragons and John Darnielle!<br /><br />
Please tune in and give us your thoughts about the album!
Nov 24, 201902:07:36
14: Stranger Songs

14: Stranger Songs

It´s time to take a listen to Gabriels latest pick Stranger Songs by Ingrid Michaelson. A album that brings our podcast hosts to a divide! It is hard to believe that stranger things than this has happened but here it is the first disagreement in this podcast history!?<br /><br />Please join us in our discourse and give us your thoughts about the album!
Nov 10, 201901:26:53
13: Labor Days

13: Labor Days

We twist podcast like Twist Podcasts in this episode by listening to the album Labor Days by one of Vikings favourite artists Aesop Rock. <br /><br />Follow along as we break down this awesome album and we have our last peek and pick episode for now...
Oct 27, 201901:48:15
12: Two Of a Kind
Oct 13, 201901:24:53
11: The Moldy Peaches
Sep 30, 201901:46:37
10: Enter The Dragon
Sep 15, 201901:13:08
9: Homura Uta
Sep 01, 201901:40:42
8: WHEN WE FALL SLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO?
Aug 18, 201901:58:13
7: Soul Power
Aug 04, 201901:12:16
6: X Infinity
Jul 21, 201902:35:12
5: The flight of Wally Funk
Jul 07, 201901:01:14
4: Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme

4: Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme

For this episode by Gabriels recommendation we're getting in the kitchen and cooking up Simon & Garfunkels Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme. 

Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme is Simon & Garfunkels third direct to album cooking show, it was in production for 3-4 months and is a entertaining listen

It's a lovely and wonderful recipe, try it out at home and please share your thoughts.
Jun 23, 201901:25:50
3: Funeral
Jun 09, 201939:47
2: Crack-Up
May 26, 201943:03
1: Intro Episode
May 12, 201901:16:38