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Lenny Kaye of the Patti Smith Group, Opinions on Warpaint & Lucius
00:51:07
Lenny Kaye is a guitarist, producer, historian and writer best known for his work with Patti Smith. His newest book tells the story of ten moments that transformed rock and roll. He talks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about all of it this week. Plus Jim and Greg also review albums from Lucius and Warpaint.
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Featured Songs: Patti Smith Group, "Dancing Barefoot," Wave, Arista, 1979 Lucius, "Next to Normal," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Lucius, "Promises," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Lucius, "Dance Around It (feat. Brandi Carlile & Sheryl Crow)," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Lucius, "LSD," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Lucius, "24," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Warpaint, "Champion," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022 Warpaint, "Hips," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022 Warpaint, "Send Nudes," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022 Warpaint, "Stevie," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022 Patti Smith Group, "Gloria (Live at CBGB)," unreleased, NA, 1975 Mayhem, "Freezing Moon," De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas, Deathlike Silence, 1994 Dodo Marmarosa, "You Call It Madness," Dodo's Back!, Argo, 1961 BabyMetal, "Gimme Chocolate," Babymetal, BMD Fox, 2014 The Standells, "Dirty Water," Dirty Water, Geffen, 1966 |
May 20, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
An Early Electronic Take on Pink Floyd
00:06:04
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to an electronic music pioneer who died in April. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T |
May 18, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Buried Treasures Extravaganza
00:49:39
It's time yet again for hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to share some of their buried treasures - new music that's flying underneath the mainstream radar you HAVE to hear! Whether it comes from the United States or somewhere else in the world, Jim and Greg are always digging for uncut gems. They also receive selections from the production staff and hear from listeners.
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Featured Songs: Neutrals, "Gary Borthwick Says," Bus Stop Nights EP, Static Shock, 2022 Slothrust, "Cranium," Parallel Timeline, Dangerbird, 2021 Sofia Mills, "Life of the Party," Baby Magic, Rough Trade, 2022 Tierra Whack, "Body Of Water," Pop?, Interscope, 2021 Kate Bollinger, "Yards/Gardens," Look at it in the Light, Ghostly International, 2022 Kevin Morby, "This Is A Photograph," This Is A Photograph, Dead Oceans, 2022 Lala Lala, "Memory," Memory (Single), Hardly Art, 2022 RLYR, "Real Air," RLYR, Gilead Media, 2022 Purple Witch of Culver, "Themes from the Servants' Hall," Themes from the Servants' Hall (Single), Loantaka, 2022 Sun's Signature, "Golden Air (Edit)," Golden Air (Edit) (Single), Partisan, 2022 Heart Attack Man, "Old Enough 2 Die," Old Enough 2 Die (Single), You Did This/Triple Crown, 2021 Stray Kids, "VENOM," ODDINARY, JYP Entertainment, 2022 Lime Garden, "Pulp," Pulp (Single), So Young, 2021 April Clocks, "Sleepstream," It Takes Time, April Clocks, 2022 Motorcade, "Static," See You In the Nothing, Idol, 2022 Elizabeth Moen, "Excuse-moi de t'aimer (feat. Sima Cunningham)," Excuse-moi de t'aimer (feat. Sima Cunningham) (Single), Elizabeth Moen, 2022 The Aluminum Group, "Drag Yourself," The Aluminum Group, The Aluminum Group, 2022 James Brown, "King Heroin," There It Is, Polydor, 1972 Elizabeth Bonker, The Bleeding Hearts, "I Am in Here," I Am in Here (Single), Virginia G. Breen, 2022 Luciano Berio, "Sinfonia Third Movement," Sinfonia Third Movement, N/A, 1981 The Misfits, "Vampira," Walk Among Us, Ruby, 1979 Patti Smith Group, "Dancing Barefoot," Wave, Arista, 1979 |
May 13, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
The Best 2000s NYC Band
00:07:19
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from the early-aughts "Meet Me In The Bathroom" NYC scene. He says this band had the roughest start to their career, but wound up with the most lasting body of work. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T |
May 11, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
The Elephant 6 Mystery Plus Opinions on Jack White & Sharon Van Etten
00:51:17
Elephant 6 was more than a record label, it was an artistic movement that included the bands Neutral Milk Hotel, Apples in Stereo and Olivia Tremor Control among many others. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Adam Clair about his book on Elephant 6, "Endless Endless." Plus Jim and Greg also review new albums by Jack White and Sharon Van Etten.
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Featured Songs: The Apples in Stereo, "Seems So ," Tone Soul Evolution, spinART, 1997 Jack White, "Taking Me Back," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Jack White, "What's The Trick?," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Jack White, "Hi-De-Ho (feat. Q-Tip)," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Jack White, "Shedding My Velvet," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "I'll Try," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Anything," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Darkness Fades," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Far Away," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Headspace," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Come Back," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Neutral Milk Hotel, "Two Headed Boy," In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, Merge, 1998 Olivia Tremor Control, "Define A Transparent Dream," Music from the Unrealized Film Script: Dusk at Cubist Castle, Elephant 6, 1996 Neutral Milk Hotel, "Holland, 1945," In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, Merge, 1998 The Music Tapes, "Saw Pingpong and Orchestra," Music Tapes for Clouds and Tornadoes, Merge, 2008 Neutral Milk Hotel, "Engine (Live)," Engine (Live), N/A, N/A Circulatory System, "Yesterday's World," Circulatory System, Cloud, 2001 |
May 06, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
R.I.P. Cynthia Plaster Caster & News About Jam Productions
00:21:31
In this bonus episode news contributor Althea Legaspi pays tribute to the artist Cynthia Plaster Caster, who died April 21 at age 74. She also tells Jim and Greg the details of Chicago-based independent concert promoter Jam Productions selling an equity stake to SaveLive and what implications it could have for the concert industry. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T |
May 04, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Life During Wartime: Trupa Trupa & Tamar Aphek
00:51:07
Geopolitical conflict doesn't stop great music from being made- often it influences it. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Poland's Trupa Trupa, a band that has always been haunted by the tragic history of its homeland. They also revisit an interview with Israeli musician Tamar Aphek from last year.
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Featured Songs: Trupa Trupa, "Twitch," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022 Trupa Trupa, "Snow," Headache, Ici, d'ailleurs..., 2015 Krzysztof Penderecki, "Polymorphia," Dies Irae (Auschwitz Oratorium) / Polymorphia / De Natura Sonoris, Polskie Nagrania Muza, 1968 Trupa Trupa, "Uniforms," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022 Trupa Trupa, "Moving," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022 Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Drive," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Nothing Can Surprise Me," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Crossbow," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Beautiful Confusion," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Monotonix, "Body Language," Body Language, Drag City, 2008 Tamar Aphek, "All I Know," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "As Time Goes By," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Neutral Milk Hotel, "The King of Carrot Flowers," In The Aeroplane Over the Sea, Merge, 1998 |
Apr 29, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
A Shoegaze Song Named For A Woman
00:07:16
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a shoegaze song named after a woman to the Desert Island Jukebox. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Apr 27, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Devo, Plus Opinions on The Linda Lindas & The Regrettes, RIP Chris Bailey of the Saints
00:49:44
Are they not men…they are Devo! This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with two of the founding members of Devo, Mark Mothersbaugh and Jerry Casale. They chat about the band’s origins, its uniqueness in both sound and image, and their nomination for the Rock Hall of Fame in their home state of Ohio. Plus, the hosts review the debut album from The Linda Lindas and the latest from The Regrettes.
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Featured Songs: Devo, "Girl U Want," Freedom of Choice, Warner Bros., 1980 The Linda Lindas, "Racist, Sexist Boy," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 The Linda Lindas, "Growing Up," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 The Linda Lindas, "Talking to Myself," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 The Linda Lindas, "Nino," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 The Regrettes, "Anxieties (Out of Time)," Further Joy, Warner, 2022 The Regrettes, "Monday," Further Joy, Warner, 2022 The Regrettes, "That's What Makes Me Love You," Further Joy, Warner, 2022 The Regrettes, "You're So F*cking Pretty," Further Joy, Warner, 2022 Devo, "Working In a Coalmine," New Traditionalists, Warner Bros., 1981 Devo, "Jocko Homo," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 Devo, "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 Devo, "Smart Patrol/Mr. DNA," Duty Now For the Future, Warner Bros., 1979 Neil Young and Devo, "Hey, Hey, My, My (Into the Black)," Hey, Hey, My, My (Into the Black), unreleased, 1980 Devo, "Uncontrollable Urge," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 Devo, "Too Much Paranoias," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 Devo, "Whip It," Freedom of Choice, Warner Bros., 1980 Devo, "Gut Feeling / (Slap Your Mammy)," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 The Saints, "(I'm) Stranded," (I'm) Stranded, EMI, 1977 The Saints, "Know Your Product," Know Your Product (Single), Harvest, 1978 Trupa Trupa, "Far Away," B FLAT A, Glitterbeat, 2022 |
Apr 22, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
One of the Best Albums of the '90s
00:05:26
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from "one of the best albums of the '90s" that doesn't get the attention it deserves. He says it would work on the show Peaky Blinders, too. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Apr 20, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Led Zeppelin, Plus Opinions on Wet Leg & Rosalía
00:49:35
While there have been no shortage of Led Zeppelin biographies over the years, the latest from Bob Spitz is the most in-depth and expansive yet. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Bob Spitz about the myths, music and misdeeds of Led Zeppelin. They also review new records from Wet Leg and Rosalía.
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Featured Songs: Led Zeppelin, "Immigrant Song," Led Zeppelin III, Atlantic, 1970 Wet Leg, "Ur Mum," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 Wet Leg, "Wet Dream," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 Wet Leg, "I Don't Wanna Go Out," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 Rosalía, "CHICKEN TERIYAKI," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Rosalía, "DIABLO," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Rosalía, "LA FAMA (feat. The Weeknd)," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Rosalía, "MOTOMAMI," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Rosalía, "LA COMBI VERSACE (feat. Tokischa)," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Led Zeppelin, "Thank You," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "Whole Lotta Love," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "When the Levee Breaks," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Black Dog," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "D'yer Mak'er," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973 Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Stairway to Heaven," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "The Ocean," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973 Led Zeppelin, "Kashmir," Physical Graffiti, Atlantic, 1975 Devo, "Jocko Homo," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner, 1978 |
Apr 15, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
An Australian Sings an Italian Song of Resistance
00:06:59
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an Australian singer who died last year singing an Italian song of resistance. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Apr 13, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Revisiting Yankee Hotel Foxtrot With Wilco
00:51:28
One week after the attack on the World Trade Center, Wilco played songs from their album "Yankee Hotel Foxtrot" on Sound Opinions. In honor of the album's twentieth anniversary we're revisiting that session and the band's interview with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot.
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Featured Songs: Wilco, "I'm The Man Who Loves You (Live on Sound Opinions)," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002 Wilco, "War On War," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002 Wilco, "Should've Been In Love," A.M., Reprise, 1995 Wilco, "She's A Jar," Summerteeth, Reprise, 1999 Wilco, "Ashes of American Flags," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002 Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969 |
Apr 08, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Give an Undersung Drummer Some
00:06:47
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to a drummer who died recently. Greg and many musicians he played with say he had an understated, but unforgettable feel. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Apr 06, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Songs Named After Women, Ukrainian Musician Serge Tiagnyriadno & RIP Timmy Thomas
00:51:15
Female characters, whether real or fictional, are often at the center of great music. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs named after women. They also hear selections from the production staff and bid farewell to “Why Can’t We Live Together” singer Timmy Thomas. Plus, an interview with Ukrainian musician Serge Tiagnyriadno about his life making music in Kyiv amidst the Russian war in Ukraine.
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Featured Songs: Patti Smith, "Gloria," Horses, Arista, 1975 Shocking Blue, "Venus," At Home, Pink Elephant, 1969 Laura Branigan, "Gloria," Branigan, Atlantic, 1982 Seeing Double, "Leah," Leah//Don't Wait (Single), Cesar Dawg, 2022 First Aid Kit, "Emmylou," The Lion's Roar, Redeye, 2012 Roxanne Shanté, "Roxanne's Revenge," Roxanne's Revenge (Single), Warner Bros., 1984 Dolly Parton, "Jolene," Jolene, RCA Victor, 1974 Lyres, "Help You Anne," On Fyre, Ace of Hearts, 1984 De La Soul, "Millie Pulled a Pistol on Santa," De La Soul Is Dead, Tommy Boy, 1991 The Rolling Stones, "Angie," Goats Head Soup, Rolling Stones, 1973 Brittany Howard, "Georgia," Jaime, ATO, 2019 Unrest, "Cath Carroll," Perfect Teeth, 4AD, 1993 The Magnetic Fields, "Josephine," Distant Plastic Trees, PoPuP, 1991 Material Issue, "Valerie Loves Me," International Pop Overthrow, Mercury, 1991 The Velvet Underground, "Candy Says," The Velvet Underground, Verve, 1969 Outkast, "Rosa Parks (Radio Version)," Aquemini, LaFace, 1998 Timmy Thomas, "Why Can't We Live Together," Why Can't We Live Together, Glades, 1972 Wilco, "Jesus, Etc.," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2001 |
Apr 01, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Making Music In Kyiv
00:27:37
In this bonus episode we talk in depth with Ukrainian musician Serge Tiagnyriadno about his life making music in Kyiv amidst the Russian war in Ukraine. You can find Serge on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SergeTiagnyriadno/ If you want to support Ukrainian army: https://bank.gov.ua/.../natsionalniy-bank-vidkriv... If you want to find Serge's music: https://www.hacking-music.com/RETURNTHELOVE If you want to know more about the war: Become a Sound Opinions member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Mar 30, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
CREEM Magazine & Opinions on Curtis Harding, Superchunk & Maren Morris, Plus Snail Mail
00:51:14
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate the age-old tradition of the music review. First, they give their thoughts on records from Curtis Harding, Maren Morris and Superchunk. Then, they revisit their conversation with music journalist Jaan Uhelszki about the legendary CREEM magazine. They also hear from Snail Mail about the origin of her song "Forever (Sailing.)"
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Featured Songs: Maren Morris, "Circles Around This Town," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022 Curtis Harding, "Hopeful," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021 Curtis Harding, "Can't Hide It," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021 Curtis Harding, "Where's the Love," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021 Superchunk, "City of the Dead," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "If You're Not Dark," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "This Night," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Maren Morris, "Nervous," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022 Maren Morris, "I Can't Love You Anymore," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022 Maren Morris, "Humble Quest," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022 MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 Kiss, "Rock and Roll All Nite," Dressed to Kill, Casablanca, 1975 Slade, "Cum on Feel the Noize," Sladest, Polydor, 1973 The Stooges, "I Wanna Be Your Dog," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969 The Beatles, "I Saw Her Standing There," Please Please Me, Parlophone, 1963 Snail Mail, "Valentine," Valentine, Matador, 2021 Madleen Kane, "You and I," Cheri, JVCKenwood Victor Entertainment, 1979 Snail Mail, "Forever (Sailing)," Valentine, Matador, 2021 Pure Prairie League, "Amie," Bustin' Out, RCA Victor, 1972 |
Mar 25, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Tara Key on her tribute to Wink O'Bannon
01:01:28
In this bonus episode Sound Opinions news contributor Althea Legaspi talks with Tara Key about her project "His Majesty's Request: A Wink O'Bannon Select," a tribute to her late friend and Eleventh Dream Day guitarist. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Mar 23, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Lucy Dacus, Opinions on Dolly Parton & SASAMI
00:51:03
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Lucy Dacus about her 2021 album "Home Video" and her work with Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker in boygenius. They also review new albums from Dolly Parton and SASAMI.
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Featured Songs: Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Dolly Parton, "Big Dreams and Faded Jeans," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 Dolly Parton, "Driven," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 Dolly Parton, "Woman Up (And Take It Like A Man)," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 Dolly Parton, "Snakes In the Grass," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 Dolly Parton, "Demons (feat. Ben Haggard)," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 SASAMI, "Make It Right," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 SASAMI, "Skin A Rat," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 SASAMI, "The Greatest," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 SASAMI, "Sorry Entertainer," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 SASAMI, "Call Me Home," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 Lucy Dacus, "Hot & Heavy," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Brando," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Going Going Gone," Home Video, Matador, 2021 boygenius, "Bite The Hand," boygenius, Matador, 2018 Lucy Dacus, "In the Air Tonight," 2019, Matador, 2019 Lucy Dacus, "Triple Dog Dare," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Night Shift," Historian, Matador, 2018 Lucy Dacus, "Kissing Lessons," Kissing Lessons (Single), Matador, 2022 Steppenwolf, "Magic Carpet Ride," The Second, Dunhill, 1968 Cassandra Jenkins, "Hard Drive," An Overview on Phenomenal Nature, Ba Da Bing!, 2021 Romeo Void, "Never Say Never," Benefactor, Columbia, 1982 Procol Harum, "She Wandered Through the Garden Fence," Procol Harum, Deram, 1967 Elvis Costello and the Attractions, "Seven Day Weekend," Blood & Chocolate, Demon, 1986 |
Mar 18, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
A Beloved Boston Band Finally Gets Played
00:05:36
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox by a band from Boston that he and Greg both love, but have somehow never played on Sound Opinions until now. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Mar 16, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
X-Ray Spex & the Power of Poly Styrene, Opinions on Saba & Shamir
00:51:15
Poly Styrene led X-Ray Spex in the punk explosion of the late 1970s and inspired a generation of riot grrrls in the 1990s. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with her daughter, Celeste Bell, about her new documentary, "Poly Styrene: I Am A Cliché." They also do a classic album dissection of the X-Ray Spex album "Germ-Free Adolescents" and review new albums from Saba and Shamir.
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Featured Songs: X-Ray Spex, "Oh Bondage, Up Yours!," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 Saba, "Survivor's Guilt (feat. G Herbo)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Saba, "One Way or Every N**** With a Budget," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Saba, "Soldier (feat. Pivot Gang)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Saba, "Fearmonger (feat. Daoud)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Shamir, "Cisgender," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022 Shamir, "Gay Agenda," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022 Shamir, "Stability," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022 Shamir, "Cold Brew," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022 Mari Elliott, "Silly Billy," Silly Billy (Single), GTO, 1976 X-Ray Spex, "Warrior In Woolworths," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 X-Ray Spex, "Plastic Bag," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 X-Ray Spex, "Genetic Engineering," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 X-Ray Spex, "Germ-Free Adolescents," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021 |
Mar 11, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Where Rock Meets Bach
00:05:21
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in memory of a singer whose band blended Bach and rock. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Mar 09, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Best Speak-Singing Songs, RIP Mark Lanegan & Opinions on Spoon
00:50:47
Whether it's a stylistic choice or born out of necessity, sometimes great songs aren’t sung, they’re spoken. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite tracks featuring speak-singing vocals. Plus, they hear selections from the production staff, review the new album from Spoon, and bid farewell to Mark Lanegan. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo:
Featured Songs: Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Chaise Longue (Single), Domino, 2022 Spoon, "Lucifer On The Sofa," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Spoon, "On the Radio," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Spoon, "Feels Alright," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Spoon, "Astral Jacket," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Spoon, "Held," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Peggy Lee, "Is That All There Is?," Is That All There Is?, Capitol, 1969 Barry White, "Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe," Can't Get Enough, 20th Century, 1974 Movements, "The Grey," Feel Something, FEARLESS, 2017 Devo, "Whip It," Freedom of Choice, Warner, 1980 Lou Reed, "Coney Island Baby," Coney Island Baby, RCA, 1975 Grace Jones, "Private Life," Warm Leatherette, Island, 1980 Blur, "Parklife," Parklife, Food, 1994 The Fall, "Totally Wired," Totally Wired (Single), Rough Trade, 1980 Prince, "Let's Go Crazy," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Pavement, "Fame Throwa," Slanted and Enchanted, Matador, 1992 REM, "Belong," Out of Time, Warner Bros, 1991 Art Brut, "Formed a Band," Bang Bang Rock & Roll, Downtown, 2005 Talking Heads, "Once In a Lifetime," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980 Billie Eilish, "Bad Guy," When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, Darkroom, 2019 Screaming Trees, "Nearly Lost You," Sweet Oblivion, Epic, 1992 The Gutter Twins, "Idle Hands," Saturnalia, Sub Pop , 2008 Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan, "Ramblin' Man (Live On Sound Opinions in 2011)," Ballad of the Broken Seas, V2, 2006 |
Mar 04, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
The Second Best Song About Madame Curie Ever Written
00:07:05
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a buried treasure track to the Desert Island Jukebox. It sure is getting sandy in here... Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: |
Mar 02, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Buried Treasures, Desert Island Jukebox & More
00:51:11
With so much new music, there's always something worthwhile that deserves more shine. This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some buried treasures they've heard recently. Plus, we hear desert island jukebox picks from Adia Victoria, John Darnielle and Lucy Dacus, and listener feedback.
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Featured Songs: Aunt Sally, "Subete Urimono," Aunt Sally, Vanity, 1979 Fieh, "Rosalie," Rosalie (Single), Jansen, 2022 K.O.G., "Ayinye," Zone 6, Agege, Pura Vida, 2022 Yumi Zouma, "In The Eyes Of Our Love," In The Eyes Of Our Love (Single), Polyvinyl, 2022 Pachyman, "All Night Long (feat. Winter)," All Night Love (feat. Winter) (Single), ATO, 2022 Deaf Lingo, "Friends," Lingonberry, Lövely, 2022 Confidence Man, "Feels Like a Different Thing," TILT, Heavenly, 2022 Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul, "Ceci n'est pas un cliché," Topical Dancer, Deewee, 2022 PinkPantheress, "Pain," To Hell with It, Parlophone, 2021 Green Velvet & Mihalis Safras, "My Cheri (Original Mix)," My Cheri (Original Mix) (Single), Relief, 2021 Mear, "The Order," Soft Chains, Self-Released, 2022 Leo Nocentelli, "Riverfront," Another Side, Light In The Attic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Fiona Apple, "Every Single Night," The Idler Wheel Is Wiser Than the Driver of the Screw and Whipping Cords Will Serve You More Than Ropes Will Ever Do, Epic, 2012 Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Molly Drake, "I Remember," The Tide's Magnificence: Songs and Poems of Molly Drake , Bryter, 2018 Nick Drake, "Pink Moon," Pink Moon, Island, 1972 Nick Drake, "Road," Pink Moon, Island, 1972 The Mountain Goats, "No Children," Tallahassee, 4AD, 2002 Dionne Warwick, "I'll Never Love This Way Again," Dionne, Arista, 1979 Nightwish, "FantasMic," Wishmaster, Spinefarm, 2000 John Prine, "Far From Me," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Please Don't Bury Me," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Lake Marie," Lost Dogs and Mixed Blessings, Oh Boy, 1995 Bob Dylan, "Like a Rolling Stone," Highway 61 Revisited, Columbia, 1965 |
Feb 25, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
An Album And Career That Fizzled, Then Came To Life 30 Years Later
00:05:36
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox by a songwriter from Queens who had songs performed by Mama Cass, Astrid Gilberto and Glen Campbell. She only had one album of her own, but three albums of her demos have been released after her album gained acclaim 30 years after it was released. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Feb 23, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
The Legacy of J Dilla with Dan Charnas, Opinions on Big Thief & Sarah Shook & the Disarmers
00:51:16
The music world lost legendary hip hop producer and artist J Dilla far too soon, and for many people, he's still relatively unknown. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Dan Charnas about his book on J Dilla's rhythmic innovation, artistry and close relationships with Common, Questlove, D'Angelo and more. Plus, the hosts review new albums from Big Thief and Sarah Shook & the Disarmers.
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Featured Songs: Slum Village, "Fall In Love," Fantastic, Vol. 2, GoodVibe, 2000 Big Thief, "Change," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022 Big Thief, "Red Moon," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022 Big Thief, "Spud Infinity," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "No Mistakes," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "I Got This," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Please Be A Stranger," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Believer," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Talkin' To Myself," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 J Dilla, "Workinonit," Donuts, Stones Throw, 2006 D'Angelo, "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 J Dilla, "So Far to Go (feat. Common & D'Angelo)," The Shining, BBE, 2006 Common, "The Light," Like Water For Chocolate, Geffen, 2000 D'Angelo, "Devil's Pie," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 Common, "I Am Music (feat. Jill Scott)," Electric Circus, MCA, 2002 The Pharcyde, "Runnin'," Labcabincalifornia, Delicious Vinyl, 1995 Spelling, "Little Deer," The Turning Wheel, Sacred Bones, 2021 |
Feb 18, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
A tribute to two soul greats
00:08:45
In this bonus podcast, Greg pays tribute to two idiosyncratic greats of soul and funk who we lost in February. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Feb 16, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Debating KISS, Opinions on Amber Mark & RIP Sam Lay
00:51:17
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the age-old question: is KISS good? While neither of the hosts are too fond, they debate the merits of the almost 50-year-old band and their imprint on the history of rock and roll music.
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Featured Songs: KISS, "Rock and Roll All Nite [Live]," Alive!, Casablanca, 1975 Amber Mark, "Most Men," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022 Amber Mark, "What It Is," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022 Amber Mark, "Darkside," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022 KISS, "Detroit Rock City," Destroyer, Casablanca, 1976 Wicked Lester, "She," The Box Set, Mercury, 2001 KISS, "Beth," Destroyer, Casablanca, 1976 KISS, "I Was Made for Lovin' You," Dynasty, Casablanca, 1979 KISS, "Strutter," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974 KISS, "Creatures of the Night," Creatures of the Night, Casablanca, 1982 KISS, "Forever," Hot in the Shade, Mercury, 1989 KISS, "Black Diamond," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974 The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, "I Got My Mojo Working," The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Elektra, 1965 Muddy Waters, "Long Distance Call (feat. Otis Spann, Mike Bloomfield, Paul Butterfield, Donald Duck Dunn & Sam Lay) [Live At Super Cosmic Jamboree, 1969]," Fathers and Sons, Chess, 1969 Bob Dylan, "Like a Rolling Stone [Live at Newport 1965]," N/A, N/A, 1965 J Dilla, "So Far to Go (feat. Common & D'Angelo)," The Shining, BBE, 2006 |
Feb 11, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
A CBGB house band inspired by the Ronettes
00:05:19
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he remembered after Ronnie Spector passed. Jim is amazed to learn this band is a favorite of Greg's. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Feb 09, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Songs About Getting Away on Vacation & Opinions on Mitski
00:49:25
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are taking a sonic vacation from another pandemic winter by sharing their favorite songs about getting away! They also hear selections from the production staff and they review the new record from Mitski.
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Featured Songs: The Go-Go's, "Vacation," Vacation, I.R.S., 1982 Mitski, "Working For the Knife," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 Mitski, "The Only Heartbreaker," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 Mitski, "Stay Soft," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 Weezer, "Island in the Sun," Weezer (Green Album), Geffen, 2001 The Ventures, "Hawaii Five-O," Hawaii Five-O, Liberty, 1969 The Beginning of the End, "Funky Nassau Pt. 1," Funky Nassau, Alston, 1971 Guided By Voices, "Motor Away," Alien Lanes, Matador, 1995 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021 Willie Nelson, "On the Road Again," Honeysuckle Rose, Columbia, 1980 Pink Floyd, "Point Me at the Sky," Point Me at the Sky (Single), EMI, 1968 Joni Mitchell, "Free Man in Paris," Court and Spark, Asylum, 1974 Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers, "I Love Hot Nights," Modern Lovers 88, Rounder, 1988 Big Star, "The India Song," #1 Record, Ardent, 1972 Ronnie Spector & The E Street Band, "Say Goodbye To Hollywood," Say Goodbye To Hollywood (Single), Epic, 1977 Summer Salt, "Driving to Hawaii," Driving to Hawaii, Cherry Lime, 2014 Kraftwerk, "Europe Endless," Trans-Europe Express, Capitol, 1977 Bronski Beat, "Small Town Boy," The Age of Consent, London, 1984 A Tribe Called Quest, "I Left My Wallet in El Segundo," People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm, Jive, 1990 Rihanna, "Desperado," Anti, Westbury Road, 2016 The B-52's, "Roam," Cosmic Thing, Reprise, 1989 Eleanor Friedberger, "It's Hard," Rebound, French Kiss, 2018 Kiss, "Strutter," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974 |
Feb 04, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Saying Goodbye to a Detroit "Bad Girl"
00:04:55
Jim pays tribute to the late Rachel Nagy of the Detroit Cobras, dead at the age of 37. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Feb 02, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
John Prine's Debut Album & RIP Meat Loaf
00:51:16
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a classic album dissection of John Prine's debut album with author Erin Osmon. They also listen to feedback on recent episodes from listeners and bid farewell to Meat Loaf.
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Featured Songs: John Prine, "Angel From Montgomery," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "A Good Time," Live at the 5th Peg, unreleased, 1970 John Prine, "Paradise," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Sam Stone," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 Dusty Springfield, "Son of a Preacher Man," Dusty In Memphis, Atlantic, 1969 Bonnie Raitt, "Angel From Montgomery," Streetlights, Warner Bros, 1974 John Prine, "Illegal Smile," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Spanish Pipedream," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 Viagra Boys, "In Spite Of Ourselves (feat. Amy Taylor)," Welfare Jazz, Year0001, 2021 Iris DeMent, "Let The Mystery Be," Infamous Angel, Philo, 1992 John Prine, "Jesus, The Missing Years," The Missing Years, Oh Boy, 1991 John Prine, "When I Get To Heaven," The Tree of Forgiveness, Oh Boy, 2018 Throwing Muses, "Counting Backwards," The Real Ramona, 4AD, Sire, 1991 Neal Francis, "Can't Stop The Rain," In Plain Sight, ATO, 2021 Aimee Mann, "Robert Lowell and Sylvia Plath," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 Pom Pom Squad, "Head Cheerleader," Death of a Cheerleader, City Slang, 2021 Meat Loaf, "Bat Out of Hell," Bat Out of Hell, Cleveland International, 1977 The Go-Go's, "Vacation," Vacation, I.R.S., 1982 |
Jan 28, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
John Darnielle on his new novel, Devil House
00:33:13
In this bonus episode, producer Andrew Gill interviews John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats about his most recent novel, "Devil House" and his previous two novels, "Universal Harvester" and "Wolf In White Van." Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Jan 26, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Adia Victoria, Goodbye Ronnie Spector, Plus Opinions on Earl Sweatshirt and FKA twigs
00:49:28
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview singer and songwriter Adia Victoria about her stunning 2021 album "A Southern Gothic." They also review some new music from Earl Sweatshirt and FKA twigs, plus they bid farewell to the late Ronnie Spector of The Ronettes.
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Featured Songs: Adia Victoria, "Troubled Mind," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Earl Sweatshirt, "Sick!," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022 Earl Sweatshirt, "Tabula Rasa (feat. Armand Harmmer)," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022 Earl Sweatshirt, "Titanic," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022 FKA twigs, "tears in the club (feat. the weeknd)," Caprisongs, Young, 2022 FKA twigs, "meta angel," Caprisongs, Young, 2022 FKA twigs, "careless (feat. daniel caesar)," Caprisongs, Young, 2022 Adia Victoria, "South For The Winter (feat. Matt Berninger)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "You Was Born To Die (feat. Kyshona Armstrong, Margo Price & Jason Isbell)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Far From Dixie," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Please Come Down," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Whole World Knows," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 The Ronettes, "Be My Baby," Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica, Philles, 1964 Ronnie Spector, "She Talks To Rainbows," She Talks to Rainbows, Kill Rock Stars, 1999 The Ronettes, "Do I Love You?," Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica, Philles, 1964 Ronnie Spector, "You Can't Put Your Arms Around a Memory," She Talks to Rainbows, Kill Rock Stars, 1999 John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 |
Jan 21, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
A classic house track that inspired a top single of 2021
00:06:54
In this bonus episode, Jim shares a classic of Chicago house music that was reworked into one of his favorite singles on 2021. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Jan 19, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Robert Finley, Opinions on Neil Young, The Weeknd & Turnstile, Plus Peter Bogdanovich
00:50:30
For much of his life, Robert Finley's musical talent was a buried treasure, but with "Sharecropper's Son" he made one of the best albums of 2021. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Finley about his unconventional path to a music career. They also revisit their 2008 conversation with the late director Peter Bogdanovich about his Tom Petty documentary film. Plus, the hosts review new albums from Turnstile, The Weeknd and Neil Young.
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Featured Songs: Robert Finley, "Sharecropper's Son," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 The Weeknd, "Gasoline," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022 The Weeknd, "Less Than Zero," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022 The Weeknd, "Out of Time," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022 The Weeknd, "Take My Breath," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022 Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "Heading West," Barn, Reprise, 2021 Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "Human Race," Barn, Reprise, 2021 Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "They Might Be Lost," Barn, Reprise, 2021 Turnstile, "Don't Play," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Turnstile, "Blackout," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Turnstile, "Underwater Boi," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Turnstile and Blood Orange, "Alien Love Call," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Turnstile, "T.L.C. (Turnstile Love Connection)," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Tom Petty, "Runnin' Down A Dream," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 Tom Petty, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Robert Finley, "Country Boy," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Robert Finley, "Starting To See," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 |
Jan 14, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
Peter Bogdanovich on Tom Petty
00:16:51
In this bonus episode, director Peter Bogdanovich talks with Jim and Greg about his Tom Petty documentary, "Runnin' Down A Dream." Bogdanovich died on January 6 at age 82. The legacy of Woodstock impresario Michael Lang is also discussed after his death on January 8. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T
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Jan 12, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
The Top Singles of 2021 & Greg's Mixtape
00:51:16
Some songs can define our memory of a year when we look back. Host Jim DeRogatis and production staff share the songs that defined 2021 for them. Plus, host Greg Kot shares his 2021 mixtape and pays tribute to musicians who died in 2021.
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Featured Songs: Lizzo, "Rumors (feat. Cardi B)," Rumors (Single), Atlantic, 2021 Sophie, "Bipp," Product, Numbers, 2015 The Marvelettes, "Please Mr. Postman," Please Mr. Postman, Motown, 1961 Return to Forever, "Hymn of the Seventh Galaxy," Hymn of the Seventh Galaxy, Polydor, 1973 Cabaret Voltaire, "Nag, Nag, Nag," Nag, Nag, Nag (Single), Rough Trade, 1979 Muna, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Silk Chiffon (Single), Saddest Factory, 2021 Emotional Oranges, "All That (feat. Channel Tres)," The Juicebox, Avant Garden, 2021 Caroline Polachek, "Bunny Is a Rider," Bunny Is a Rider (Single), Perpetual Novice, 2021 Kaytranada, "Intimidated (feat. H.E.R.)," Intimidated, RCA, 2021 Beach Bunny, "Oxygen," Oxygen (Single), Mom+Pop, 2021 Mannequin Pussy, "Control," Perfect, Epitaph, 2021 City Girls, "Twerkulator," Twerkulator (Single), Quality Control, 2021 Bo Burnham, "That Funny Feeling," Inside (The Songs), Republic, 2021 Yotuel, Gente de Zona & Descemer Bueno, "Patria y Vida (feat. Maykel Osorbo & El Funky)," Patria y Vida (Single), Chancleta, 2021 Sparks, Adam Driver & Marion Cotillard, "So May We Start (feat. Simon Helberg) [From "Annette"]," So May We Start (feat. Simon Helberg) [From: "Annette"] (Single), CG Cinema International, 2021 Turnstile, "MYSTERY," GLOW ON, Roadrunner, 2021 Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Chaise Longue (Single), Domino, 2021 Horsegirl, "Billy," Billy (Single), Matador, 2021 Ric Wilson, "Pull A James Baldwin," Pull A James Baldwin (Single), Free Disco / EMPIRE, 2021 Jelani Aryeh, "Marigold," I've Got Some Living To Do, No Matter, 2021 The Quivers, "You're Not Always On My Mind," Golden Doubt, Ba Da Bing!, 2021 Prince, "Hot Summer," Welcome 2 America, Legacy, 2021 Nick Waterhouse, "Vincentine," Promenade Blue, Innovative Leisure, 2021 Cocktail Slippers, "She Devil (Shout It out Loud!)," She Devil (Shout It out Loud!), Wicked Cool, 2021 Robert Finley, "Sharecropper's Son," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye, 2021 |
Jan 07, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
A great song by a cool band, made popular by a pop star
00:04:47
In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that became very popular for a pop star, but whose songwriter remained obscure. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Jan 05, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
"Gimme Shelter" Singer Merry Clayton & Author Dawnie Walton
00:51:27
Author Dawnie Walton talks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about what inspired her debut novel, The Final Revival of Opal and Nev, a fantasy rock history about a fierce black singer in the 1970s. Plus Jim and Greg talk with Merry Clayton, whose iconic performance on "Gimme Shelter" still didn't make her a household name.
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Featured Songs: Merry Clayton, "Southern Man," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971 Material, "Bustin' Out," Bustin' Out, Celluloid, 1981 Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984 Betty Davis, "Dedicated To the Press," Nasty Gal, Island, 1975 Betty Davis, "They Say I'm Different," They Say I'm Different, Just Sunshine, 1974 The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 Bobby Darin, "Who Can I Count On?," You're the Reason I'm Living, Capitol, 1963 Elvis Presley, "Happy Ending," It All Happened At the World's Fair (Original Soundtrack), RCA Victor, 1963 Ray Charles, "I Won't Leave," A Portrait of Ray, ABC, 1968 Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Sweet Home Alabama," Second Helping, MCA, 1974 Merry Clayton, "Touch The Hem Of His Garment," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021 Merry Clayton, "A Song For You," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971 Merry Clayton, "Deliverance," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021 Lil Nas X, "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)," Montero, Columbia, 2021 |
Dec 31, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
A '90s Nugget Gets Added to the Jukebox
00:11:11
In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a one-hit-wonder from 1996 to the Desert Island Jukebox. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Dec 29, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Revisiting Carole King's Tapestry
00:50:57
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Carole King's "Tapestry" for its 50th anniversary.
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Featured Songs: Carole King, "It's Too Late," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 The Shirelles, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tonight's the Night, Scepter, 1960 Little Eva, "The Loco-motion," The Loco-motion (Single), Dimension 1000, 1962 Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Take Good Care of My Baby, Liberty, 1961 The Monkees, "Pleasant Valley Sunday," Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd., Colgems, 1967 Carole King, "It Might As Well Rain Until September," It Might As Well Rain Until September (Single), Dimension, 1962 The City, "Now That Everything's Been Said," Now That Everything's Been Said, Ode, 1968 Carole King, "No Easy Way Down," Writer, Ode, 1970 Carole King, "Beautiful," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "You've Got a Friend," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Tapestry," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King and Louise Goffin, "Where You Lead," Our Little Corner of the World Music From Gilmore Girls, Rhino, 2002 Carole King, "Where You Lead," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "So Far Away," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Way Over Yonder," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Smackwater Jack," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon, Warner Bros., 1971 Carole King and James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Live At The Troubadour, Syzygy, 2010 Liz Phair, "Divorce Song (Girly-Sound Version)," The Girly-Sound Tapes, Matador, 2018 Lauryn Hill, "Everything Is Everything," The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Columbia, 1998 Tori Amos, "Cornflake Girl," Under the Pink, Atlantic, 1994 Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 |
Dec 24, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
A rap duo that's big in Canada, plus a TV show endorsement
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In this bonus episode Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox inspired by a favorite TV show from his favorite director. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Dec 22, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular with Andy Cirzan
00:50:28
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Andy Cirzan has a bag full of fresh festive tunes for everyone to enjoy. The Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular is back with vintage Korean psych rock, rare old school Caribbean vinyl and even some modern indie artists. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo:
Featured Songs: Lenny Dee, "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961 Marching Church, "Christmas On Earth," Christmas On Earth (Single), Sacred Bones, 2017 Blitzen Trapper, "Christmas Is Coming Soon," Blitzen Trapper, LidKerCow, 2003 Allan Hull, "Cardboard Christmas Boxes," Mid Winter: The Songs & Music Of Christmas And The Turning Of The Year, Free Reed, 2006 Unknown, "Jingle Bells," Unknown, , Parachange de Navidad, "Los Mamarrachos," Unknown, , El Nacimiento del Mesiah, "La Calandria," Unknown, , Del Lechon el Rabito, "Trio Alegras Dominicanos," Navidades En Puerto Rico, Hato Rey, Que Lio en la Navidad, "Trio Vegabajeno," Cantares De Navidad Vol. II, Marvela, Cardomos Navidenas, "Chuto Bayaman y La Calandria," Unknown, , The Three Suns, "Winter Wonderland," The Sound of Christmas, Camden, 1961 He 5, "Red Nosed Reindeer," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969 He 5 , "Jingle Bell," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969 He 5, "Auld Lang Syne," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969 The Beach Boys, "Christmas Eve," Keep An Eye On Summer - The Beach Boys Sessions 1964, Capitol, 2014 |
Dec 17, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Matt Muse Interview and Music World Obituaries
00:31:57
In this bonus podcast Jim interviews hip hop artist Matt Muse and Greg pays tribute to three music world luminaries who recently passed. Buy tickets for Love & Nappyness 12/17 at Metro Chicago: https://bit.ly/3dQP4Bg Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Dec 15, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
The Best Albums of 2021
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It's time for one of the most anticipated shows of the year, the Best Albums of 2021! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite records of the year that they keep returning to again and again. They also hear favorite albums by the production staff.
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Featured Songs: Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Living in the Good Times," Over the Overlords, Wax Trax!, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Shame, "Nigel Hitter," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021 UV-TV, "Distant Lullaby," Always Something, PaperCup Music, 2021 Taylor Swift, "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version) (From the Vault)," Red (Taylor's Version), Republic, 2021 Remi Wolf, "Guerrilla," Juno, Island, 2021 La Femme, "Paradigme," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu/Idol, 2021 Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tony Allen, "Mau Mau (feat. Nah Eeto)," There Is No End, Decca, 2021 Boston Manor, "Carbon Mono," Desperate Times Desperate Pleasures, SharpTone, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Going, Going, Gone," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Viagra Boys, "Ain't Nice," Welfare Jazz, YEAR0001, 2021 Little Simz, "Speed," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101, 2021 Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021 IDLES, "The Wheel," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Choices," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021 Goat Girl, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 |
Dec 10, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
When concerts turn unsafe
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In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg continue their conversation with Rolling Stone senior writer and Sound Opinions contributor, Althea Legaspi, about first hand experiences of unsafe concerts. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T |
Dec 08, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
The Beatles Get Back, Astroworld & Concert Safety
00:51:16
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Sound Opinions collaborator Althea Legaspi about the tragedy at Travis Scott's Astroworld Festival. They discuss the dire need for consistent safety measures at shows and times they felt unsafe in live music environments. The hosts also hear some desert island jukebox selections from guests and feedback from listeners.
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Featured Songs: Brian Eno, "Over Fire Island," Another Green World, Island, 1975 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Miles Davis, "John McLaughlin," Bitches Brew, Columbia, 1970 Frankie Valli, "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You," Solo, Philips, 1967 Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Sister Rosetta Tharpe, "Up Above My Head," Up Above My Head (Single), Decca, 1948 Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986 Marvin Gaye, "What's Going On," What's Going On, Tamla, 1971 Wall of Voodoo, "Mexican Radio," Call of the West, I.R.S., 1983 Manu Chao, "Clandestino," Clandestino, Virgin, 1998 The Beatles, "She's Leaving Home," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Smiths, "Suffer Little Children," The Smiths, Rough Trade, 1984 Jonathan Richman, "Velvet Underground," I, Jonathan, New Rounder, 1992 MUNA, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Silk Chiffon (Single), Saddest Factory, 2021 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021 |
Dec 03, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
The first American band signed to 4AD
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In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an under-appreciated band from the late-80s indie scene. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Dec 01, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Aimee Mann's Five Essential Albums, Opinions on Robert Plant & Alison Krauss
00:51:13
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are big fans of Aimee Mann's songwriting so they've asked her to choose five albums that shaped her artistic outlook. She shares those albums and what they meant to her at different points in her life on this episode.
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Featured Songs: Aimee Mann, "Save Me," Magnolia (Music From the Motion Picture), Warner Music, 1999 Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "Quattro (World Drifts In)," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021 Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "Searching For My Love," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021 Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "High And Lonesome," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021 Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "You Led Me To The Wrong," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021 Neil Young, "Heart of Gold," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Neil Young, "A Man Needs A Maid," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Neil Young, "Are You Ready For The Country," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Neil Young, "The Needle and the Damage Done," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Aimee Mann, "Burn It Out," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 Neil Young, "Old Man," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Neil Young, "Alabama," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Steely Dan, "Do It Again," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972 Steely Dan, "Only a Fool Would Say That," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972 Steely Dan, "Reelin' In the Years," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972 Steely Dan, "Dirty Work," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972 Steely Dan, "The Boston Rag," Countdown to Ecstasy, ABC, 1973 Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "Beyond Belief," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982 Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "Almost Blue," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982 Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "...And In Every Home," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982 Elvis Costello And The Brodsky Quartet, "I Thought I'd Write to Juliet," The Juliet Letters, Warner Bros, 1993 The Young Snakes, "Not Enough," Bark Along With The Young Snakes, Ambiguous, 1982 Aimee Mann, "At The Frick Museum," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 The Loud Family, "Sword Swallower," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993 The Loud Family, "Inverness," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993 Aimee Mann, "Fifty Years After the Fair," Whatever, Imago, 1993 Game Theory, "Regenisraen," The Big Shot Chronicles, Enigma, 1986 The Loud Family, "Slit My Wrists," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993 Elliott Smith, "Waltz, No. 2 (XO)," XO, Dreamworks, 1998 Elliott Smith, "Sweet Adeline," XO, Dreamworks, 1998 Aimee Mann, "Suicide Is Murder," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 Karen Dalton, "Something On Your Mind," In My Own Time, Paramount, 1971 |
Nov 26, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
The story of Karen Dalton
00:40:57
In this bonus podcast, producer Andrew Gill interviews directors Robert Yapkowitz and Richard Peete about their film "Karen Dalton: In My Own Time."
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Nov 24, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Songs About Giving Thanks, Opinions on IDLES & Courtney Barnett
00:51:07
With Thanksgiving coming up, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs about giving thanks. Plus they review highly anticipated new albums from Courtney Barnett and IDLES.
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Featured Songs: Ariana Grande, "thank u, next," thank u, next, Republic, 2019 Courtney Barnett, "Rae Street," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021 Courtney Barnett, "Write a List of Things to Look Forward To," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021 Courtney Barnett, "Take It Day by Day," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021 Courtney Barnett, "Splendour," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021 IDLES, "Car Crash," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 IDLES, "The Wheel," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 IDLES, "The New Sensation," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 IDLES, "The Beachland Ballroom," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 IDLES, "The End," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 Big Star, "Thank You Friends," Third, PVC, 1977 Sister Sledge, "We Are Family," We Are Family, Atlantic, 1979 Earth, Wind & Fire, "Gratitude," Gratitude, Columbia, 1975 Tyler, The Creator, "GONE, GONE / THANK YOU," IGOR, Columbia, 2019 Bonnie Raitt, "Thank You," Bonnie Raitt, Warner Bros., 1971 Lucinda Williams, "Stowaway in Your Heart," Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone, Highway 20, 2014 Fall Out Boy, "Thnks Fr Th Mmrs," Infinity On High, Island, 2007 Chance The Rapper, "Blessings (feat. Jamila Woods)," Coloring Book, Self-Released, 2016 Andrew Gold, "Thank You For Being A Friend," All This and Heaven Too, Asylum, 1978 The Kinks, "Days," Days (Single), Pye 7N 17573, 1968 Dido, "Thank You," No Angel, Cheeky, 1999 Descendants, "Thank You," Everything Sucks, Epitaph, 1996 Aimee Mann, "Suicide Is Murder," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 |
Nov 19, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Jim remembers a lesser-known Motown diva
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In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox from a lesser-known Motown diva who began her career with a secret. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Nov 17, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Buried Treasures, Opinions on ABBA & Goat Girl
00:51:21
It's that time yet again! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot love to share newly released music that they've uncovered, Buried Treasures. This week, they've got a fresh batch of songs to add to your playlist. Plus, a conversation with Holly Mullineaux, bassist for the English post-punk band Goat Girl. The band's 2021 album, On All Fours, is one of Jim and Greg's favorites of the year. The hosts share their thoughts on the new ABBA record.
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Featured Songs: Goat Girl, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Neptune's Core, "Turning Red," Evolving, Neptune's Core, 2021 Hana Vu, "Gutter," Public Storage, Ghostly International, 2021 Chastity Belt, "Fear," Fear (Single), Chastity Belt, 2021 Beak>, "Oh Know," Oh Know (Single), Invada, 2021 Witch Fever, "Reincarnate," Reincarnate, Music For Nations, 2021 Julie Doiron, "You Gave Me the Key," You Gave Me the Key (Single), You've Changed, 2021 The SoapGirls, "Societys Reject," Societys Rejects, The SoapGirls, 2017 Mattiel, "Those Words," Those Words (Single), ATO, 2021 Goat Girl, "Creep," Goat Girl, Rough Trade, 2018 Goat Girl, "Anxiety Feels," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Goat Girl, "Badibaba," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Goat Girl, "Jazz (In The Supermarket)," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 ABBA, "I Still Have Faith In You," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "Don't Shut Me Down," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "Bumblebee," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "Little Things," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "I Can Be That Woman," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "Just A Notion," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 Massive Attack, "Be Thankful For What You've Got," Blue Lines, Wild Bunch, Virgin, 1991 |
Nov 12, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
A soulful cover of a spooky song
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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a Halloween song performed by a favorite soul singer to the Desert Island Jukebox. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Nov 10, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Miles Copeland of I.R.S. Records on R.E.M., The Police and More, Plus Opinions on Brandi Carlile & Parquet Courts
00:51:23
As a co-founder and executive at I.R.S. Records, Miles Copeland found success in the 1980s with a roster of artists ranging from R.E.M. to The Police to the Go-Go's. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Miles about his influential career and his new memoir. Plus, Jim and Greg review some new music from Brandi Carlile & Parquet Courts.
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Featured Songs: R.E.M., "The One I Love," Document, I.R.S., 1987 Brandi Carlile, "Right On Time," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021 Brandi Carlile, "Broken Horses," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021 Brandi Carlile, "Mama Werewolf," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021 Brandi Carlile, "Stay Gentle," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021 Parquet Courts, "Plant Life," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021 Parquet Courts, "Walking At A Downtown Pace," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021 Parquet Courts, "Marathon Of Anger," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021 Parquet Courts, "Pulcinella," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021 R.E.M., "Begin the Begin," Life's Rich Pageant, I.R.S., 1986 Siouxsie and the Banshees, "Hong Kong Garden," The Scream, Polydor, 1978 The Police, "Roxanne," Outlandos d'Amour, A&M, 1978 Buzzcocks, "What Do I Get?," What Do I Get? (Single), United Artists, 1978 Buzzcocks, "Why Can't I Touch It?," Everybody's Happy Nowadays, United Artists, 1979 Sting, "Desert Rose (feat. Cheb Mami)," Brand New Day, A&M, 1999 The Bangles, "Walk Like An Egyptian," Different Light, Columbia, 1986 Sydney Sprague, "object permanence (feat. Danielle Durack)," maybe i will see you at the end of the world, Rude, 2021 |
Nov 05, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
A Chicago band that spurred an entire genre
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a Chicago band that never got it's due despite spurring an entire genre. Their lead singer sadly died of COVID. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah
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Nov 03, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
The Velvet Underground with Dir. Todd Haynes, Opinions on Ray BLK & illuminati hotties
00:51:11
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have long praised The Velvet Underground as one of the most important bands of the rock era. This week they review the new documentary film on the band and interview director Todd Haynes. Plus they review new albums by Illuminati Hotties and Ray BLK.
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Featured Songs: The Velvet Underground, "I'm Waiting For the Man," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Velvet Underground, "Venus In Furs," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Velvet Underground, "Heroin," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Primatives, "The Ostrich," The Ostrich (Single), Pickwick, 1964 The Velvet Underground, "Sister Ray - Live In New York City 1967," The Velvet Underground: A Documentary Film By Todd Haynes – Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack, Republic, 2021 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "All Tomorrow's Parties," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 RAY BLK, "BLK MADONNA," Access Denied, Island, 2021 RAY BLK, "MIA (feat. Kaash Paige)," Access Denied, Island, 2021 RAY BLK, "Access Denied," Access Denied, Island, 2021 RAY BLK, "Go-go Girl (feat. Suburban Plaza)," Access Denied, Island, 2021 illuminati hotties, "Pool Hopping," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 illuminati hotties, "u v v p (feat. Buck Meek)," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 illuminati hotties, "Knead," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 illuminati hotties, "Growth," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 illuminati hotties, "Joni: LA's No. 1 Health Goth," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 The Soundtrack of Our Lives, "The Ego Illusion," Communion, Telegram, 2008 The Kinks, "Till the End of the Day," The Kink Kontroversy, Reprise, 1965 Balance, "Breaking Away," Balance, Portrait, 1981 Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986 John Wesley Harding, "Sussex Ghost Story," Adam's Apple, DRT Entertainment, 2004 The Police, "Roxanne," Outlandos d' Amour, A&M, 1978 |
Oct 29, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
More with Jimmy Jam
00:13:27
In this bonus episode we hear more from our recent interview with Jimmy Jam. He talks about the future of Morris Day and The Time and working with Babyface and Heather Headley.
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Oct 27, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Ghostly Tracks & the Origins Behind Them
00:49:16
It's spooky season and hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have a new batch of songs about ghosts to share. They're joined by Sam Weller, author of many books on Ray Bradbury and the gothic short story collection Dark Black, to discuss spooky music.
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Featured Songs: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Long Black Veil," Kicking Against The Pricks, Mute, 1986 Roky Erickson and the Aliens, "If You Have Ghosts," The Evil One, 415, 1981 Joy Division, "Dead Souls," Still, Factory, 1981 Psychedelic Furs, "The Ghost In You," Mirror Moves, Columbia, 1984 Suicide, "Ghost Rider," Suicide, Red Star, 1977 Johnny Cash, "(Ghost) Riders In The Sky," Silver, Columbia, 1979 Caroline Herring, "Long Black Veil," Golden Apples of the Sun, Signature Sounds, 2009 Daniel Johnston, "Casper the Friendly Ghost," Yip/Jump Music, (Self-Released), 1983 Pat Benetar, "Wuthering Heights," Crimes of Passion, Chrysalis, 1980 Kate Bush, "Wuthering Heights," The Kick Inside, Harvest, 1978 Scott Sorry, "Black Dog Dancers," (Single), Generation X-Ray, 2021 Elton John, "Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long Long Time)," Honky Château, Uni, 1972 Robyn Hitchcock & The Egyptians, "My Wife and My Dead Wife," Gotta Let This Hen Out!, Midnight Music, 1985 The Raveonettes, "Apparitions," Raven In the Grave, The Raveonettes, 2011 Mekons, "Ghosts of American Astronauts," So Good It Hurts, Twin/Tone, 1988 Ladytron, "Ghosts," Velocifero, Nettwerk Productions, 2008 The Goldstars, "Stroll In Hell," Stroll In Hell (Single), The Goldstars, 2021 Black Sabbath, "Black Sabbath," Black Sabbath, Vertigo, 1970 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Sunday Morning," The Velvet Underground and Nico, Verve, 1967 |
Oct 22, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
The Go-Go's Gina Schock on her new photobook, the Rock Hall of Fame & more
00:27:26
In this bonus episode, Sound Opinions Senior Producer Alex Claiborne chats with drummer Gina Schock of The Go-Go's about her upcoming photobook, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the 40th anniversary of Beauty and the Beat.
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Oct 20, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Jimmy Jam of Jam & Lewis on His Hits With Janet Jackson & New Album, Plus Shirley Manson of Garbage
00:50:25
Since the 1980s, producers and songwriters Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis have made huge hits with artists like Janet Jackson, Boyz II Men and Mariah Carey. But finally in 2021, the duo released their debut album as artists. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with Jimmy Jam about the record and his illustrious past work. Plus, we hear the song that got Garbage's Shirley Manson Hooked on Sonics. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo:
Featured Songs: Jam & Lewis, "Spinnin (feat. Mary J. Blige)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 Jam & Lewis, "Somewhat Loved (There You Go Breakin' My Heart) (feat. Mariah Carey)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986 Jam & Lewis, "The Next Best Day (feat. Boyz II Men)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 The S.O.S. Band, "Tell Me If You Still Care," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983 Cornbread Harris and Friends, "PutThe World," Cornbread Supreme Volume 1, 2631577 Records DK, 2002 Janet Jackson, "Control," Control, A&M, 1986 The S.O.S. Band, "Just Be Good to Me," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983 Jam & Lewis, "Happily Unhappy (feat. Toni Braxton)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 New Edition, "Can You Stand the Rain," Heart Break, MCA, 1987 Janet Jackson, "Nasty," Control, A&M, 1986 The S.O.S. Band, "Take Your Time (Do It Right)," SOS, Tabu, 1980 Janet Jackson, "Miss You Much," Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814, A&M, 1989 Garbage, "No Gods No Masters," No Gods No Masters, Infectious Music, 2021 Stray Cats, "Stray Cat Strut," Stray Cats, Arista, 1981 Tori Amos, "Happy Phantom," Little Earthquakes, Atlantic, 1992 |
Oct 15, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Critical darlings once more
00:07:05
In this bonus podcast, Greg plays a song by a band that were once critical darlings, but have taken a critical beating over the past 20 years. He presents this song as evidence they haven't lost a step. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Oct 13, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Jason Molina: His Life and Music, Plus Opinions on Mickey Guyton & Leon Bridges
00:51:03
Whether he was recording as Songs: Ohia or Magnolia Electric Company, Jason Molina was a poetic and enigmatic musician, releasing 16 studio albums before his untimely death in 2013. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Erin Osmon about her biography of Molina, "Riding With The Ghost." The hosts also hear what song got Leon Bridges Hooked on Sonics and review the new album from country artist Mickey Guyton.
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Featured Songs: Songs: Ohia, "I've Been Riding With The Ghost," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Mickey Guyton, "Black Like Me," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Mickey Guyton, "All American," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Mickey Guyton, "Rosé," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Mickey Guyton, "Dancing In The Living Room," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Songs: Ohia, "Cabwaylingo," Songs:Ohia, Secretly Canadian, 1997 Songs: Ohia, "Steve Albini's Blues," Didn't It Rain, Secretly Canadian, 2002 Songs: Ohia, "Soul," (Single), Palace, 1995 Songs: Ohia, "White Sulfur," Songs:Ohia, Secretly Canadian, 1997 Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Songs: Ohia, "The Black Crow," The Lioness, Secretly Canadian, 1999 Amanda Shires, "Just Be Simple," Just Be Simple (Unreleased), N/A, 2019 Songs: Ohia, "Just Be Simple," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Leon Bridges, "Motorbike," Gold-Diggers Sound, Columbia, 2021 Miguel, "Sure Thing," All I Want Is You, Jive, 2010 Miguel, "All I Want Is You (feat. J.Cole)," All I Want Is You, Jive, 2010 Janet Jackson, "Control," Control, A&M, 1986 |
Oct 08, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Shirley Manson on Garbage's new album and her podcast
00:20:53
In this bonus episode producer Alex Claiborne talks with Garbage lead singer Shirley Manson about their new album "No Gods No Masters" and her podcast The Jump.
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Oct 06, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
The R. Kelly Conviction with dream hampton and Jim DeRogatis & Reviews of Adia Victoria and Little Simz
00:51:15
As the two journalists who had the biggest roles in bringing R. Kelly to justice, dream hampton, director of "Surviving R. Kelly" and Jim DeRogatis reflect on the news this week that the R&B superstar was convicted of federal charges. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot also review new albums from Adia Victoria and Little Simz.
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Featured Songs: Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Aaliyah, "4 Page Letter," One in a Million, Blackground and Atlantic, 1996 Neil Young, "Guitar Solo, No. 1," Dead Man (Music from and Inspired By the Motion Picture), Vapor, 1996 Adia Victoria, "You Was Born To Die (feat. Kyshona Armstrong, Margo Price & Jason Isbell)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Please Come Down," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Little Simz, "Introvert," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Little Simz, "Speed," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Little Simz, "I Love You, I Hate You," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Little Simz, "The Rapper That Came To Tea (Interlude)," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Little Simz, "Fear No Man," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Songs: Ohia, "I've Been Riding With The Ghost," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 |
Oct 01, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
The Drive-By Truckers' American South
00:39:55
In this bonus episode producer Andrew Gill interviews author Stephen Deusner about his new book, "Where The Devil Don't Stay: Traveling the South with the Drive-By Truckers." Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Sep 29, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Reviews of Low, Kacey Musgraves, Lil Nas X & More, Plus Guest Desert Island Jukebox
00:51:22
As we move into fall, there's an abundance of new music to review. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a review roundup, sharing their thoughts on new music from artists like Kacey Musgraves, Lil Nas X, Low and Amyl and the Sniffers. Plus, we'll hear from past Sound Opinions guests about the desert island jukebox songs that can't live without.
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Featured Songs: Low, "Days Like These," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021 Lil Nas X, "MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Lil Nas X, "AM I DREAMING (feat. Miley Cyrus)," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Lil Nas X, "SCOOP (feat. Doja Cat)," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Lil Nas X, "SUN GOES DOWN," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Guided By Angels," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Freaks to the Front," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Choices," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "star-crossed," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "justified," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "easier said," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "there is a light," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "hookup scene," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Low, "More," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021 Low, "The Price You Pay (It Must Be Wearing off)," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021 Steve Cropper & Felix Cavaliere, "Full Moon Tonight," Nudge It Up a Notch, Stax, 2008 Otis Redding, "Nobody's Fault But Mine," The Immortal Otis Redding, Stax, 1968 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021 Duke Ellington, "Afrique," The Afro-Eurasian Eclipse, Fantasy, 1971 Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994 Janet Baker, "Ich bin die welt abhanden gekommen," Janet Baker Sings Mahler, EMI, 1967 Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Björk, "Stonemilker," Vulnicura, One Little Indian, 2015 Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Brian Eno, "Needles In the Camel's Eye," Here Come the Warm Jets, Island, 1974 Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 |
Sep 24, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
A band that really cooks
00:06:28
In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox by a band that actually cooked on stage. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Sep 22, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Pitchfork Music Festival report and more buried treasures
00:16:35
In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg share a couple more buried treasure picks and talk with producer Alex Claiborne about her experience at the recent Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Sep 20, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Buried Treasures & Tamar Aphek
00:50:35
With the volume of music released each week, some is bound to not get the attention it deserves. This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their recent finds and shine a light on them. They also talk with Israeli musician Tamar Aphek about her album "All Bets Are Off."
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Featured Songs: Tamar Aphek, "Crossbow," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Mushroom, "Two Men Say They're Jesus, One of Them Must Be Wrong," Songs of Dissent: Live at the Make Out Room 8/9/19, Alchemikal Artz, 2021 U.V.T.V., "Back To Nowhere," Always Something, Papercup Music, 2021 Shower Curtain, "You Make Me Feel," You Make Me Feel (Single), Balaclava , 2021 Ka, "PWH," A Martyr’s Reward, Iron Works, 2021 Pist Idiots, "Juliette," Idiocracy, PIST IDIOTS, 2021 HotKid, "Letter," Letter (Single), Fortune Stellar, 2021 The Armed, "Ultrapop," Ultrapop, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Drive," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Nothing Can Surprise Me," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Beautiful Confusion," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Monotonix, "Body Language," Body Language, Drag City, 2008 Tamar Aphek, "All I Know," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "As Time Goes By," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "justified," star-crossed, Interscope/UMG Nashville, 2021 |
Sep 17, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Leon Bridges on honing his Gold-Diggers Sound
00:14:23
In this bonus podcast, Sound Opinions associate producer Sol Delgadillo interviews return guest Leon Bridges about his third album "Gold-Diggers Sound" and what it's like to hear his song "The River" so often in auditions for The Voice.
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Sep 15, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Glam Rocker Art d'Ecco, Opinions on Drake & Halsey
00:49:56
In the great glam rock tradition, Art d’Ecco is making dynamic, melodic music as his costumed alter ego. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with singer, songwriter and keyboardist Art d’Ecco about his new album In Standard Definition, influences like Brian Eno and Marc Bolan and more. Plus, the hosts review the latest from Drake and the new Halsey record produced by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
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Featured Songs: Art d'Ecco, "I Am the Dance Floor," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Drake, "Champagne Poetry," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Drake, "Fountains (feat. Tems)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Drake, "7am On Bridle Path," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Drake, "Way Too Sexy (feat. Future & Young Thug)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Drake, "Girls Want Girls (feat. Lil Baby)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Halsey, "The Tradition," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021 Halsey, "I am not a woman, I'm a god," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021 Halsey, "Ya'aburnee," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021 Halsey, "Easier than Lying," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Good Looks," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Nobody's Home," Trespasser, self-released, 2018 Art d'Ecco, "Head Rush," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "I Remember," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Bird of Prey," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Desires," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Nothing Ever Changes," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "The Message," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Mr Twin Sister, "Expressions," Expressions (Single), Twin Group, 2021 |
Sep 10, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Black Girls Rock! founder Beverly Bond talks with Althea Legaspi, plus a live music update
00:26:46
In this bonus episode contributor Althea Legaspi talks with DJ Beverly Bond about her organization, Black Girls Rock! Althea also talks with Jim and Greg about the current state of live music dealing with COVID and shares a new track going viral on social media.
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Sep 08, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Songs About Breaking Free, Kanye Review, RIP Lee Scratch Perry
00:48:35
As Sound Opinions celebrates our first year as an independent production, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about breaking free. They also review the new album by Kanye West, pay tribute to Lee Scratch Perry and play recent listener comments.
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Featured Songs: Teenage Fanclub, "Free Again," Free Again (Single), K, 1992 Kanye West, "Jail," Donda, Def Jam, 2021 Kanye West, "Jesus Lord," Donda, Def Jam, 2021 Kanye West, "Donda," Donda, Def Jam, 2021 Kanye West, "Off The Grid," Donda, Def Jam, 2021 Queen, "I Want To Break Free," The Works, EMI, 1984 Janet Jackson, "Control ," Control, A&M, 1986 Bob Marley & The Wailers, "Redemption Song," Uprising, Tuff Gong, 1980 The Velvet Underground, "I'm Set Free," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969 The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Out Of Our Heads, London, 1965 The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Stripped, Virgin, 1995 The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Shine A Light, Polydor, 2008 The Soup Dragons, "I'm Free," Lovegod, Big Life, 1990 Dua Lipa, "I'm Free," (Unreleased), NA, 2020 Alex Chilton, "Free Again," Alex Chilton's Lost Decade, Fan Club, 1985 Eric B. and Rakim, "Teach the Children," Don't Sweat the Technique, MCA, 1992 Florence + the Machine, "Dog Days Are Over," Lungs, Island, 2009 Lee "Scratch" Perry, "I Am the Upsetter," Trojan Reggae: Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae Classics 1967-1974, Sanctuary, 1998 Max Romeo & The Upsetters, "Chase The Devil," War Ina Babylon, Island, 1976 Venus Skytrip, "Star," Psychlona, Ripple, 2020 Kali Uchis, "telepatía," Sin Miedo (del Amor Y Otros Demonios) ∞, Interscope, 2020 Jaimie Branch, "theme 001 (Live)," FLY or DIE LIVE, International Anthem, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 |
Sep 03, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
A tribute to half of one of the greatest rock 'n roll duos ever
00:06:39
In this bonus podcast Greg pays tribute to Don Everly, who died August 21 at age 84. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Sep 01, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Yola & Charlie Watts
00:51:13
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview British singer Yola, whose new album blurs genres and breaks her out of the country niche of her previous work. Plus, they pay tribute to the late, great Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts.
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Featured Songs: Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 The Rolling Stones, "Paint It Black," Paint It Black (Single), Decca, 1966 The Rolling Stones, "Moonlight Mile," Sticky Fingers, Rolling Stones, 1971 The Rolling Stones, "Honky Tonk Women," Honky Tonk Women (Single), Decca, 1969 The Highwomen, "Highwomen," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019 The Staple Singers, "Hear My Call, Here," Hammer And Nails, Riverside, 1962 Massive Attack, "Harpsicord (Live in Copenhagen)," Unreleased, NA, 2008 Phantom Limb, "Draw the Line," Phantom Limb, Naim Edge, 2009 Yola, "Break The Bough," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Yola, "Diamond Studded Shoes," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Queen, "I Want To Break Free," The Works, EMI, 1984 |
Aug 27, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Richard Thompson on jamming with Led Zeppelin, getting mocked by Buck Owens and avoiding his police officer dad in 1960s London
00:12:49
In this bonus podcast we hear more from our recent interview with Richard Thompson. He comments on jamming with Led Zeppelin, discovering French music from his dad's record collection, avoiding his dad's police station while gigging in London and a strange encounter with Buck Owens. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Aug 25, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
A conversation about Aaliyah
00:39:37
In this bonus podcast Jim talks with author Kathy Iandoli about her new book, "Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah." As much of her music comes to streaming platforms for the first time and details about R Kelly's predatory involvement with her are revealed in court, Aaliyah is very much in the news, even two decades after her death. As Kathy puts it, it's time to give Aaliyah her flowers. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah
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Aug 24, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Richard Thompson of Fairport Convention, Opinions on Naked Raygun & Amythyst Kiah
00:51:07
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview singer, songwriter and guitarist Richard Thompson this week. They discuss his memoir Beeswing, his time in Fairport Convention and how the iconic folk rock band stood out in a sea of blues and traditional rock bands. The hosts also review new albums by Naked Raygun and Amythyst Kiah.
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Featured Songs: Richard Thompson, "1952 Vincent Black Lightning," Rumor and Sigh, Capitol, 1991 Naked Raygun, "Broken Things," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Living in the Good Times," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Suicide Bomb," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Black and Grey," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Soul Hole Baby," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Farewell to Arms," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Fancy Drones (Fracture Me)," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Ballad Lost," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Tender Organs," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Soapbox," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994 Fairport Convention, "Who Knows Where the Time Goes," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "Sir Patrick Spens," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "Matty Groves," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "Autopsy," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "A Sailor's Life," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "Crazy Man Michael," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969 Richard and Linda Thompson, "Wall of Death," Shoot Out the Lights, Hannibal, 1982 Richard and Linda Thompson, "Don't Renege On Our Love," Shoot Out the Lights, Hannibal, 1982 Richard Thompson, "The Big Love Scene," Serpent's Tears, Beeswing, 2021 Richard Thompson and Teddy Thompson, "Persuasion," Action Packed - The Best of the Capitol Years, Capitol, 2001 Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 |
Aug 20, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Dusty Hill, The Bearded Blues Rock Bassist and Vocalist, Remembered
00:08:59
In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a ZZ Top song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to their bassist, Dusty Hill, who died in July. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Aug 18, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Yes's Going For the One with Jon Anderson & Opinions on Tyler, the Creator
00:51:24
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect Yes’ 1977 masterpiece album Going For the One. They talk about the progressive rock band’s history, the rich music and interview lead singer Jon Anderson about the making of the record. They also review the latest album from rapper Tyler, the Creator.
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Featured Songs: Yes, "Awaken," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Going For the One," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 The Beatles, "A Day In the Life," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Yes, "Close To The Edge," Close To The Edge, Atlantic, 1972 Yes, "Time and a Word," Time and a Word, Atlantic, 1970 Yes, "I've Seen All Good People A. Your Move, B. All Good People," The Yes Album, Atlantic, 1971 Yes, "Roundabout," Fragile, Atlantic, 1971 Yes, "The Ancient," Tales from Topographic Oceans, Atlantic, 1973 Yes, "Turn of the Century," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Parallels," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Wonderous Stories," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Tyler, the Creator, "WUSYANAME (feat. YoungBoy Never Broke Again & Ty Dolla $ign)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021 Tyler, the Creator, "SWEET / I THOUGHT YOU WANTED TO DANCE (feat. Brent Faiyaz & Fana Hues)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021 Tyler, the Creator, "LUMBERJACK," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021 Tyler, the Creator, "MANIFESTO (feat. Domo Genesis)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021 Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994 |
Aug 13, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Jim is Pure as New York Snow with his Latest Desert Island Disc
00:08:08
Jim takes a trip to the desert island to play the song "Bette Davis Eyes" by Kim Carnes. The 1981 song is often thought of as just another one-hit wonder, but Jim highlights not only Carnes's signature vocals but also the use of a unique instrument.
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Aug 11, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Latin Music's Ascent, Opinions on Prince & Billie Eilish
00:51:05
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Billboard VP and author Leila Cobo about her book, "Decoding Despacito," which charts the rise of Latin music in the United States. They also review Billie Eilish's new album and a new release from Prince's archives.
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Featured Songs: Luis Fonsi, "Despacito (featuring Justin Bieber and Daddy Yankee)," Despacito (featuring Justin Bieber and Daddy Yankee) (Single), Universal, 2017 Billie Eilish, "Happier Than Ever," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021 Billie Eilish, "NDA," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021 Billie Eilish, "Billie Bossa Nova," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021 Billie Eilish, "Not My Responsibility," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021 Prince, "Welcome 2 America," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Prince, "Yes," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Prince, "Same Page, Different Book," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Prince, "Hot Summer," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Prince, "1010 (Rin Tin Tin)," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine, "Conga," Primitive Love, Epic, 1985 José Feliciano, "Feliz Navidad," Feliz Navidad, RCA, 1970 Ritchie Valens, "La Bamba," Ritchie Valens, Del-Fi, 1954 Luis Fonsi, "Despacito (featuring Daddy Yankee)," Vida, Universal, 2017 Daddy Yankee, "Gasolina," Barrio Fino, El Cartel, 2004 Marc Anthony, "Vivir Mi Vida," 3.0, Sony, 2013 Selena, "Amor Prohibido," Amor Prohibido, EMI, 1994 J. Balvin & Willy William, "Mi Gente (feat. Beyoncé)," Mi Gente (feat. Beyoncé) (Single), Universal, 2017 Rosalía, "Malamente," El Mal Querer, Sony, 2017 |
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Paying tribute to the kindest Assassin known to the music world
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In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to Joe Cassidy of the band Assassins among other projects, who died suddenly at 51. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah
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Woodstock '99 & Guests' Desert Island Jukebox Picks
00:51:10
This week, we hear what songs some of our past guests like Todd Rundgren and Tune-Yards would want with them on a desert island. Plus hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with music journalist Steven Hyden about the new documentary "Woodstock 99: Peace, Love and Rage."
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Featured Songs: Joni Mitchell, "Woodstock," Ladies of the Canyon, Reprise, 1970 Crosby, Still, Nash and Young, "Woodstock," Deja Vu, Atlantic, 1970 Todd Rundgren, "The Want of a Nail (with Bobby Womack)," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989 Burt Bacharach, "What the World Needs Now Is Love," What the World Needs Now: Burt Bacharach Classics, A&M, 2003 Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975 The Beatles, "Dear Prudence," White Album, Apple, 1968 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Impulse!, 2021 Jr. Walker & The All Stars, "(I'm a) Road Runner," Road Runner, Motown, 1965 Tune-Yards, "make it right.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021 Batuk, "Vida (feat. Nandi Ndlovu)," Musica Da Terra, Teka, 2016 Spowder, "Pulp," Health Palm, State Champion, 2017 Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee, "Despacito," VIDA, Universal Music Latino, 2017 |
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Alejandro Escovedo and mental health care for musicians
00:25:08
In this bonus podcast news contributor Althea Legaspi talks with Alejandro Escovedo about his work to make mental health care accessible to music industry professionals. Jim, Greg and Althea also discuss the state of mental health in the music industry more broadly, including the recent developments with Britney Spears. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Jul 28, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Buried Treasures, Biz Markie & Damon Locks
00:51:07
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some music you may have missed that you need to hear. We call these songs buried treasures. Plus, they talk with Damon Locks about his Black Monument Ensemble project, bid farewell to Biz Markie and hear from some listeners.
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Featured Songs: Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021 Polo & Pan, "Les jolies choses," Cyclorama, Hamburger, 2021 The Mysterines, "Who’s Ur Girl," Love's Not Enough (Single), Pretty Face, 2020 Swt Valli Hi, "Over It," Over It (Single), Eighteen, 2021 Jaimie Branch, "theme 001 (Live)," FLY or DIE LIVE, International Anthem, 2021 Comet Control, "Secret Life," Secret Life (Single), Tee Pee, 2021 BLK JKS, "Maiga Mali Mansa Musa," Abantu / Before Humans, We Are Busy Bodies, 2021 Trenchmouth, "Sea of Serenity," More Motion: A Collection, Thick, 2003 Angela Davis, "Interviewed By Art Seigner," Soul And Soledad, Flying Dutchman, 1971 Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis, "Song For Billie Holiday," The Poetry Of Langston Hughes, Caedmon, 1969 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "The Colors That You Bring," Where Future Unfolds, International Anthem, 2019 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "The People vs The Rest of Us," Now, International Anthem, 2021 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Now (Forever Momentary Space)," Now, International Anthem, 2021 The Eternals , "Destroy The Body," Espiritu Zombi, New Atlantis, 2016 The Specials, "Ghost Town (Extended Version)," Ghost Town (Extended Version) (Single), Two-Tone, 1981 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Rebuild a Nation," Where Future Unfolds, International Anthem, 2019 Biz Markie, "Vapors," Goin' Off, Cold Chillin', 1988 King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, "Melting," Flying Microtonal Banana, ATO, 2017 Taylor Swift, "the 1," folklore, Republic, 2020 Prick, "Tough," Prick, Nothing/Interscope, 1995 |
Jul 23, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Comedian Chris Gethard
00:34:30
In this bonus podcast producer Andrew Gill interviews comedian Chris Gethard about his new stand up special "Half My Life" and the connections between music and comedy. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Jul 21, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Dawn Richard, Opinions on Sault & Lucy Dacus
00:50:29
Dawn Richard is a thriving indie artist making exciting and genre blending music on her own terms. But nothing could have prepared her for the chaos that would come from beginning her career as a member of the Diddy-constructed pop group, Danity Kane. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Dawn about her fantastic new album Second Line and about her unconventional musical trajectory. They’ll also review some new music.
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Featured Songs: Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Sault, "Bitter Streets," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021 Sault, "London Gangs," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021 Sault, "You from London (feat. Little Sims)," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021 Sault, "Mike's Story (feat. Michael Ofo)," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "First Time," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Brando," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Triple Dog Dare," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Chocolate Milk, "Groove City," Milky Way, RCA Victor, 1979 Danity Kane, "Damaged," Welcome to the Dollhouse, Bad Boy and Atlantic, 2008 Dawn Richard, "King Creole (Intro)," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Pressure," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Voodoo (Intermission)," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Mornin' Streetlights," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021 |
Jul 16, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
How Chicago musicians are supporting struggling venues
00:13:16
In this bonus podcast Kendall Polidori talks about her article for the Chicago Reader about the current state of Chicago venues and the benefit albums trying to help keep them afloat. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Jul 14, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Radiohead's Kid A & The Tale of Sex Pistols' Manager Malcolm McLaren
00:50:57
Following up the guitar masterpiece of OK Computer, Radiohead threw the music world for a loop with Kid A. More than twenty years after it's release hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Steven Hyden about how the album was made and its lasting impact. Plus Jim and Greg talk with author Paul Gorman about the subversive life of Malcolm McLaren, the manager of the Sex Pistols.
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Featured Songs: Radiohead, "Idioteque," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "How To Disappear Completely," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "Subterranean Homesick Alien," OK Computer, Parlophone, 1997 Travis, "Writing To Reach You," The Man Who, Independiente, 1999 Autechre, "Rae," LP5, Warp, 1999 Radiohead, "Fake Plastic Trees," The Bends, Parlophone, 1995 Radiohead, "Everything In Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "Kid A (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001 Radiohead, "Kid A," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "Treefingers," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "The National Anthem (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001 Radiohead, "15 Step," In Rainbows, Parlophone, 2007 Radiohead, "The National Anthem," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977 Sex Pistols, "God Save the Queen," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977 Sex Pistols, "Pretty Vacant," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977 Bow Wow Wow, "I Want Candy," The Last of the Mohicans, RCA, 1982 Malcolm McLaren, "Buffalo Gals," Duck Rock, Virgin, 1983 Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021 |
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A Stax song without Steve Cropper
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Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he thought featured Steve Cropper on guitar, but actually has Booker T. Jones playing organ and guitar. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Jul 07, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Music Activism: Fay Milton (Savages) on Climate Change & IDLES
00:50:57
Fay Milton is best known as the drummer of Savages, but lately her focus has been getting the music world involved in fighting climate change. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Milton and revisit an interview with Joe Talbot of IDLES, another English group working for change.
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Featured Songs: Savages, "T.I.W.Y.G.," Adore Life, Matador, 2016 Savages, "The Answer," Adore Life, Matador, 2016 180 dB, "Road Trip (feat. Nick Zinner & Meredith Graves) [Instrumental]," Road Trip (Single), Midnight Feast, 2018 Idles, "Grounds," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Idles, "Television," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018 Idles, "Anxiety," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Idles, "A Hymn," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Idles, "Danny Nedelko," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2020 Idles, "Mr. Motivator," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Idles, "Ne Touche Pas Moi," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Idles, "Carcinogenic," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Idles, "Danke," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Daniel Johnston, "True Love Will Find You In The End," Retired Boxer, Stress, 1985 Idles, "Samaritans," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018 Idles, "June," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018 Idles, "Model Village," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Michael Franti & Spearhead, "11:59," All People, Capitol, 2013 Radiohead, "Everything in Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000
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Appreciating an annoying 17-year habit
00:08:57
Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a 1970s singer he'd written off previously. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Jun 30, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Guitarist Steve Cropper, Opinions on H.E.R. & Bachelor
00:50:53
Steve Cropper played guitar on some of the greatest songs of the 1960s including "Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay" and "Green Onions." Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Cropper about his long career as a session musician and producer. Plus they review new albums from Bachelor and H.E.R.
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Featured Songs: Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Green Onions," Green Onions, Stax, 1962 H.E.R., "Back of My Mind (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021 H.E.R., "Bloody Waters," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021 H.E.R., "We Made It," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021 H.E.R., "For Anyone," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021 Bachelor, "Back Of My Hand," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021 Bachelor, "Stay in the Car," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021 Bachelor, "Sand Angel," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021 Bachelor, "Anything at All," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021 Steve Cropper & Felix Cavaliere, "Full Moon Tonight," Nudge It Up A Notch, Stax, 2008 The Five Royales, "Think," Dedicated To You, King, 1957 Wilson Pickett, "I'm Not Tired," In The Midnight Hour (Single), Atlantic, 1965 Otis Redding, "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay," The Dock of the Bay, Volt, 1968 Wilson Pickett, "In the Midnight Hour," In The Midnight Hour (Single), Atlantic, 1965 Wilson Pickett, "Don't Fight It," Don't Fight It (Single), Atlantic, 1965 Steve Cropper, "Bush Hog Part 1," Fire It Up, Mascot, 2021 Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Hip Hug-Her," Hip Hug-Her, Stax, 1967 Wilson Pickett, "634-5789," The Exciting Wilson Pickett, Atlantic, 1966 The Blues Brothers Band, "Soul Man (live)," Soul Man (live) (Unreleased), N/A, 1979 Steve Cropper, "Bush Hog Part 2," Fire It Up, Mascot, 2021 Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Boot-Leg," Boot-Leg (Single), Stax, 1965 Otis Redding, "Nobody's Fault But Mine," The Immortal Otis Redding, Stax, 1968 |
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The song that got King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard hooked on sonics
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Stu Mackenzie of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard analyzes the song that led him to pursue a life in music. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Jun 23, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Best Albums of 2021 So Far
00:49:14
It's our second-favorite show of the year: the best albums of the year so far. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot count down their favorite albums released so far in 2021.
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Featured Songs: Tony Allen, "Coonta Kinte (feat. Zelooperz)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Tony Allen, "Cosmosis (feat. Ben Okri & Skepta)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021 Armand Hammer/The Alchemist, "Falling out the Sky (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)," Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021 Shame, "Nigel Hitter," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021 Eleventh Dream Day, "Tyrian Purple," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021 Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Mdou Moctar, "Afrique Victime," Afrique Victime, Matador, 2021 Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," sketchy., 4AD, 2021 Viagra Boys, "Into the Sun," Welfare Jazz, YEAR0001, 2021 Goat Girls, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 La Femme, "Le jardin," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021 Booker T. & The M.G.s, "Green Onions," Green Onions, Stax, 1962 |
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How music festivals are moving forward in 2021
00:19:14
In this bonus podcast we welcome contributor Althea Legaspi to share how music festivals are planning to keep people safe and healthy as they come back after COVID-19. Plus she shares her pick for a viral song that's worth hearing. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Jun 16, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bassist Pino Palladino, Opinions on Wolf Alice & Japanese Breakfast
00:51:07
Pino Palladino is a legendary bassist who’s played with everyone from The Who to Nine Inch Nails to D’Angelo. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Pino about his storied career, playing style and about the first album where he's taking center stage, Notes With Attachments. Plus, the hosts review some new music from Japanese Breakfast and Wolf Alice.
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Featured Songs: Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 Wolf Alice, "Smile," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021 Wolf Alice, "Delicious Things," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021 Wolf Alice, "The Beach," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021 Wolf Alice, "Moaning Lisa Smile," My Love Is Cool, Dirty Hit, 2015 Wolf Alice, "Lipstick on the Glass," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021 Japanese Breakfast, "Be Sweet," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021 Japanese Breakfast, "Posing For Cars," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021 Japanese Breakfast, "Paprika," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021 Japanese Breakfast, "In Hell," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021 Japanese Breakfast, "Savage Good Boy," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Off The Cuff," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 Paul Young, "Come Back and Stay (Extended Version)," No Parlez, Columbia, 1983 D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Playa Playa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Send It On," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Feel Like Makin' Love," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 The Who, "Baba O'Riley (Live at the Hollywood Bowl 2002)," Who's Next, Decca, 1971 The Who, "My Generation," My Generation, Brunswick, 1965 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Soundwalk," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Ekuté," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 D'Angelo, Femi Kuti, Macy Gray, and the Soultronics, "Water No Get Enemy (feat. Nile Rodgers and Roy Hargrove)," Red Hot + Riot: The Music and Spirit of Fela Kuti, MCA, 2003 John Mayer Trio, "Who Did You Think I Was (Live at the House of Blues, Chicago, Illinois, September 22, 2005)," Try! Live in Concert, Columbia, 2005 The Staples Singers, "Respect Yourself," Be Altitude: Respect Yourself, Stax, 1972 Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021 |
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A trailblazer who didn't care what anyone thought: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:07:32
Jim plays a song that paved the way for riot grrrl, but wasn't immediately appreciated as substantive art when it was released. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
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#810 Buried Treasures, Opinions on Olivia Rodrigo & Monster Magnet
00:50:44
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some buried treasures: new, under-the-radar music you need to hear. Plus, they'll review new albums from Olivia Rodrigo and Monster Magnet.
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Featured Songs: Olivia Rodrigo, "driver's license," SOUR, Geffen, 2021 Monster Magnet, "Born To Go," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021 Monster Magnet, "Motorcycle (Straight to Hell)," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021 Monster Magnet, "Welcome to the Void," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021 Olivia Rodrigo, "brutal," SOUR, Geffen, 2021 Olivia Rodrigo, "1 step forward, 3 steps back," SOUR, Geffen, 2021 Olivia Rodrigo, "good 4 u," SOUR, Geffen, 2021 Olivia Rodrigo, "deja vu," SOUR, Geffen, 2021 The Linda Lindas, "Rebel Girl," Moxie (Music from the Netflix Film), Maisie Music Publishing, 2021 Jelani Aryeh, "Marigold," Marigold (Single), No Matter, 2021 Ting Tang Tina, "Kill Courtney," Honeybee, Dreamy Life, 2020 Seaside Witch Coven, "King Fried," King Fried (Single), Self-Released, 2021 Jungle Green, "Ritchie," Ritchie (Single), Self-Released, 2021 topographies, "See You as You Fall," Ideal Form, Funeral Party, 2020 Yellow Pills, "Come over and Eat Some Food," Space Age Inferno, Mint 400/Raining, 2021 Omar Apollo, "Useless," Apolonio, Warner, 2020 FACS, "Strawberry Cough," Present Tense, Trouble In Mind, 2021 DARKSIDE, "The Limit," The Limit (Single), Matador, 2021 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 |
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A Power Pop Education: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:05:39
In this bonus podcast Jim adds a track from 1990 by a Scottish power pop band that is still going strong today. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Jun 02, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#809 Tune-Yards & Concert Venue Accessibility
00:49:52
Merrill Garbus of Tune-Yards joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation about their new album, Sketchy, and the complicated ideas about race that informed it. Plus, they interview writer Josh Terry about how the live music industry can be more accessible as concerts resume.
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Featured Songs: Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021 Tune-Yards, "Bizness (Live on Sound Opinions)," Whokill, 4AD, 2011 Tune-Yards, "Now as Then," I Can Feel You Creep Into My Private Life, 4AD, 2018 Tune-Yards, "homewrecker," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021 Tune-Yards, "make it right.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021 Brocelïande, "Abbots Bromley Horn Dance," Flowing Glass: Sir Christèmas, Flowinglass Music, 2000 The Coup, "Hey Saturday Night (feat. Tune-Yards)," Sorry To Bother You: The Soundtrack, Interscope, 2018 Tune-Yards, "Money Money Money," Sorry To Bother You: The Score, Interscope, 2019 Craig Brenner, "Spring Is Near," Passages, (Self-released), 2020 Tune-Yards, "silence pt. 1 (when we say we)," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021 Led Zeppelin, "The Battle of Evermore," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Talking Heads, "The Great Curve," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980 Earth, Wind & Fire, "Spirit," Spirit, Columbia, 1976 Rare Earth, "Get Ready," Get Ready, Rare Earth, 1969 Bachelor, Jay Som, Palehound, "Stay in the Car," Stay in the Car (Single), Polyvinyl, 2021 |
May 28, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
More with Dawnie Walton, author of The Final Revival of Opal and Nev
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Author Dawnie Walton was on the show in April. Here's some parts of that conversation that didn't fit into the original episode, including her thoughts on Kim Gordon and David Bowie. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
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#808 Album Review Roundup (St. Vincent, Tony Allen & More) Plus How to Save the Music Ecosystem
00:51:04
As spring releases continue to sprout up, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot can't wait to share their opinions on some new music. Plus, they interview researcher and writer Ron Knox about how the music ecosystem can be saved, and why breaking up "Big Music" is the answer.
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Featured Songs: St. Vincent, "Daddy's Home," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021 St. Vincent, "Down," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021 St. Vincent, "My Baby Wants a Baby," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021 St. Vincent, "Candy Darling," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021 St. Vincent, "The Melting of the Sun," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021 Morcheeba, "Namaste," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021 Morcheeba, "Cut My Heart Out," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021 Morcheeba, "Say It's Over (feat. Brad Barr)," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021 Morcheeba, "Sulphur Soul," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021 Molly Sarlé, "Human," Karaoke Angel, Partisan, 2019 Tony Allen, "Très Magnifique (feat. Tsunami)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021 Tony Allen, "Mau Mau (feat. Nah Eeto)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021 Tony Allen, "Coonta Kinte (feat. ZelooperZ)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021 The Chills, "Scatterbrain," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021 The Chills, "Monolith," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021 The Chills, "Worlds Within Worlds," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021 The Chills, "Caught in My Eye," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021 Molly Sarlé, "Gypsy," Aquarium Drunkard's Lagniappe Session, Partisan, 2020 Celine Dion, "It's All Coming Back To Me Now," Falling into You, Columbia, 1996 Mountain Man, "Moon," Magic Ship, Nonesuch, 2018 Fleetwood Mac, "Dreams ," Rumours, Warner Brothers, 1977 Tune-Yards, "Hold Yourself," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021 |
May 21, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Remembering two legends of the Chicago music scene
00:10:35
Greg pays tribute to Delmark Records founder Bob Koester and The Staples Singers' Pervis Staples, both behind the scenes legends of the Chicago music scene. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
May 19, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#807 The Story of Malaco Records, Opinions on Miranda Lambert & girl in red
00:50:20
Malaco Records is the longest-running independent label in American history, but most white music fans have never heard of it. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Rob Bowman about his book, "The Last Soul Company: The Malaco Records Story." Plus, they review new records by Miranda Lambert and girl in red.
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May 14, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 25: More from Nancy Wilson
00:10:39
We talk more with Nancy about the future of Heart, her film score work and Jim and Nancy meeting on the set of Almost Famous. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
May 12, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#806 Nancy Wilson of Heart, Opinions on Art d'Ecco & Marianne Faithfull
00:50:28
For decades, Heart’s Nancy Wilson has been connecting with audiences through her masterful guitar playing and spot-on harmony vocals. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with her about her illustrious career and her debut studio solo album. Plus, they review new records from Art d'Ecco and Marianne Faithfull.
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Featured Songs: Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975 Marianne Faithfull, "The Bridge of Sighs (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021 Marianne Faithfull, "She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021 Marianne Faithfull, "Ozymandias (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021 Billie Holiday, "Glad to Be Unhappy," Lady in Satin, Columbia, 1958 Art d'Ecco, "Desires," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Head Rush," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "I Am the Dance Floor," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "I Remember," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Nancy Wilson, "You and Me," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021 Nancy Wilson, "The Rising," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021 Heart, "Magic Man," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975 Heart, "Barracuda," Little Queen, Portrait, 1977 Nancy Wilson, "4 Edward," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021 Heart, "Mistral Wind," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978 Heart, "Straight On," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978 Heart, "Dog & Butterfly," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978 Heart, "Alone," Heart, Capitol, 1985 Heart, "What About Love," Heart, Capitol, 1985 Heart, "These Dreams," Heart, Capitol, 1985 Nancy Wilson, "We Meet Again," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021 Dorothy Moore, "Misty Blue," Misty Blue, Malaco, 1976 |
May 07, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 24: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:06:25
Greg pays tribute to the bassist of one of the greatest black rock bands ever. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
May 05, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#805 Hip Hop History, Opinions on Dawn Richard & Dry Cleaning, Beach Bunny
00:50:29
Host Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview authors Jeff Chang and Davey D about their new edition of "Can't Stop Won't Stop," the essential hip hop history first published 16 years ago. Plus Jim and Greg review new albums by Dry Cleaning and Dawn Richard and hear what song got Beach Bunny inspired to pursue music as a career.
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Featured Songs: Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Mornin Streetlights," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Dry Cleaning, "Her Hippo," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021 Dry Cleaning, "Scratchcard Lanyard," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021 Dry Cleaning, "More Big Birds," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021 E-40, From The Ground Up (feat. Too $hort and K-Ci and JoJo), "E-40," The Element Of Surprise, Jive, 1998 Rapsody, "12 Problems," 12 Problems (Single), Roc Nation, 2020 Kendrick Lamar, "Alright," To Pimp A Butterfly, TDE, 2015 Young M.A., "Ooouuu," Her-story, M.A. Music, 2016 Tyler, the Creator, "I Ain't Got Time!," Flower Boy, Columbia, 2017 LL Cool J, "I Need Love," Bigger and Deffer, Def Jam, 1987 Living Legends, "Loose Cannon," Angelz Wit Dirty Faces, Outhouse, 2000 The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, "Language of Violence," Hypocrisy Is the Greatest Luxury, Island, 1992 Kanye West, "Roses," Late Registration, Roc-A-Fella, 2005 Beach Bunny, "Cloud 9 (feat. Tegan and Sara)," Cloud 9 (feat. Tegan and Sara) (Single), Mom+Pop, 2021 Grimes, "Kill V. Maim," Art Angels, 4AD, 2015 Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975 |
Apr 30, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 23: Jim's DIJ
00:06:28
Jim shares a song to celebrate getting his Pfizer vaccination. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Apr 28, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#804 The Best Backing Vocals, Opinions on BROCKHAMPTON & Eleventh Dream Day
00:50:43
This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs defined by their backing vocals, much like Merry Clayton left her mark on The Rolling Stones' song "Gimme Shelter." Plus they review the new album from Eleventh Dream Day and learn what they're missing in Brockhampton. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo:
Featured Songs: The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 BROCKHAMPTON, "BUZZCUT (feat. Danny Brown)," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021 BROCKHAMPTON, "THE LIGHT," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021 BROCKHAMPTON, "THE LIGHT PT. II," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021 BROCKHAMPTON, "DEAR LORD," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021 Eleventh Dream Day, "Since Grazed," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021 Eleventh Dream Day, "Tyrian Purple," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021 Eleventh Dream Day, "A Case to Carry On," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021 R.E.M., "Superman," Lifes Rich Pageant, I.R.S., 1986 Stereolab, "French Disko," (Single), Duophonic, 1994 The Beach Boys, "Sloop John B," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 Sam Cooke, "Bring It On Home to Me," (Single), RCA, 1962 Billy Joel, "The Longest Time," An Innocent Man, Columbia, 1983 The Turtles, "Elenore," The Turtles Present the Battle of the Bands, White Whale, 1968 Laura Nyro and Labelle, "I Met Him on a Sunday," Gonna Take a Miracle, Columbia, 1971 Ray Charles, "(Night Time Is) The Right Time," The Genius Sings the Blues, Atlantic, 1961 David Bowie, "Young Americans," Young Americans, RCA, 1975 Eric B. & Rakim, "Paid in Full," Paid in Full, Island, 1987 |
Apr 23, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 22: More Merry Clayton
00:11:14
We share more stories from Merry Clayton that didn't fit into our prior episode. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Apr 21, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#803 Sound of Metal's Paul Raci & The Story of Guy Clark
00:50:52
This week, it's Sound Opinions at the movies! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with actor and musician Paul Raci, who is nominated for an Oscar for his performance in the film Sound of Metal. They discuss the movie and the lack of representation for deaf people in the arts. Then, the hosts talk with the co-director of the movie Without Getting Killed or Caught, a documentary about folk and country singer-songwriter Guy Clark. Read the transcription of our interview with Paul Raci: https://soundopinions.org/show/803
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Featured Songs: Guy Clark, "L.A. Freeway," Old No. 1, RCA, 1975 Black Sabbath, "Hand of Doom," Paranoid, Warner Bros., 1970 Abraham Marauder, "Green (An Original Song from the Motion Picture "Sound of Metal") ," Green (An Original Song from the Motion Picture "Sound of Metal") (Single), Nonesuch, 2021 Elise Trouw, Travis Barker and Paul Raci, "Enter Sandman," Enter Sandman (Single), self-released, 2020 Guy Clark, "Anyhow, I Love You," Texas Cookin', SBCMG, 1976 Guy Clark, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Old No. 1, RCA, 1975 The Highwaymen, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Highwayman, Columbia Nashville, 1985 Guy Clark, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Keepers, Sugar Hill, 1997 Dottsy, "I'll Be Your San Antone Rose," The Sweetest Thing, RCA, 1976 The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 |
Apr 16, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 21: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:07:25
Greg shares a song that was inspired by missing a show because of the weather. |
Apr 14, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#802 Buried Treasures & SXSW 2021
00:50:13
Looking for new music that's out of the mainstream? Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot uncover some buried treasures: recent releases that you need to hear! Plus we find out how SXSW moved their festival online this year.
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Featured Songs: Erika De Casier, "Drama," Drama (Single), 4AD, 2021 Silver Synthetic, "In the Beginning," Silver Synthetic, Third Man, 2021 Buggy Jive, "Ain't Going Anywhere," Ain't Going Anywhere, Bryan Paul Thomas, 2020 Yo Kinky, "Wire," Yo Kinky, I Don't Like, 2021 The Lungs, "Vizitant," Psychic Tombs, Dune Alter, 2020 Samia, "Fit N Full," The Baby, Grand Jury Music, 2020 tiger lili, "lightning," lightning (Single), Mom+Pop, 2020 Reverend Mother, "Let It Live (Fuzz Cover)," Let It Live (Fuzz Cover) (Single), Domino, 2021 Marie-Clo, "At Ease," Shell(e), self-released, 2020 Armand Hammer & The Alchemist, "Falling out the Sky (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)," Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021 Fire Ex., "Stand up Like a Taiwanese (Live)," Unsung Heroes, Space Shower, 2020 Trupa Trupa, "Dream About," Of The Sun, Glitterbeat, 2019 |
Apr 09, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 20: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:07:29
Jim adds another song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a hero of early synthesis and a friend of Stevie Wonder's. |
Apr 07, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Sound Opinions Trailer
00:02:22
Music: "Colossus" by Scanglobe from Nul Tiel Records Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah |
Apr 04, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#801 Merry Clayton & "The Final Revival of Opal & Nev" author Dawnie Walton
00:50:54
Black women haven't been celebrated enough in rock music. Author Dawnie Walton talks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about how that inspired her debut novel, The Final Revival of Opal and Nev, a fantasy rock history about a fierce black singer in the 1970s. Plus Jim and Greg talk with Merry Clayton, whose iconic performance on "Gimme Shelter" still didn't make her a household name.
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Featured Songs: Merry Clayton, "Southern Man," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971 Material, "Bustin' Out," Bustin' Out, Celluloid, 1981 Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984 Betty Davis, "Dedicated To the Press," Nasty Gal, Island, 1975 Betty Davis, "They Say I'm Different," They Say I'm Different, Just Sunshine, 1974 The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 Bobby Darin, "Who Can I Count On?," You're the Reason I'm Living, Capitol, 1963 Elvis Presley, "Happy Ending," It All Happened At the World's Fair (Original Soundtrack), RCA Victor, 1963 Ray Charles, "I Won't Leave," A Portrait of Ray, ABC, 1968 Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Sweet Home Alabama," Second Helping, MCA, 1974 Merry Clayton, "Touch The Hem Of His Garment," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021 Merry Clayton, "A Song For You," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971 Merry Clayton, "Deliverance," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," Tv God (Single), Paper Bag, 2021 |
Apr 02, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 19: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:09:15
Greg takes the long way around to playing a song that was championed by The Grateful Dead. |
Mar 31, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#800: Tune-Yards, serpentwithfeet & La Femme, Memories of 800 Episodes of Sound Ops
00:50:41
On the occassion of our 800th episode, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look back on the show with past producer and listener feedback. They also review new albums from Tune-Yards, serpentwithfeet and La Femme. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3rozD7u Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2PaahgL
Featured Songs: Tune-Yards, "nowhere, man," sketchy, 4AD, 2021 Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021 Tune-Yards, "be not afraid.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021 Tune-Yards, "make it right.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021 serpentwithfeet, "Heart Storm," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021 serpentwithfeet, "Malik," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021 serpentwithfeet, "Fellowship," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021 La Femme, "Paradigme," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021 La Femme, "Cool Colorado," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021 La Femme, "Disconnexion," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021 Arcade Fire, "Sprawl II (Live on Sound Opinions)," The Suburbs, Merge, 2010 David Bowie, "Rebel Rebel," Diamond Dogs, RCA, 1974 Talking Heads, "Once In A Lifetime (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984 Thom Yorke, "I Want None Of This (Live on Sound Opinions)," Help - A Day In The Life, Independiente, 2005 Radiohead, "The National Anthem (Live at Lollapalooza)," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Bob Dylan, "Moonshiner," The Bootleg Series Volumes 1–3 (Rare & Unreleased) 1961–1991, Columbia, 1991 Wilco, "Ashes of American Flags (Live on Sound Opinions)," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002 Wilco, "She's A Jar (Live on Sound Opinions)," Summerteeth, Reprise, 1999 Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," (Single), Rounder, 2021 Steely Dan, "Reelin' In the Years," Can't Buy a Thrill, ABC, 1973 Bob Gibson, "Ballad of Fred and Mark," Bob Gibson, Capitol, 1970 King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, "K.G.L.W.," L.W., Flightless, 2021 Aretha Franklin, "How I Got Over," Amazing Grace, Atlantic, 1972 Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 |
Mar 26, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 18: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:06:57
Jim discovers a new-to-him British blues band that kind of invented stoner rock. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/
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Mar 24, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#799 Carole King's Tapestry on its 50th Anniversary
00:50:14
In 1971, Carole King released her masterpiece, Tapestry. 50 years later, the music feels more brilliant, moving and comforting than ever. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a classic album dissection of Tapestry and talk to lyricist Toni Stern, guitarist Danny Kortchmar and drummer Russ Kunkel about their involvement on the legendary record.
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Featured Songs: Carole King, "It's Too Late," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 The Shirelles, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tonight's the Night, Scepter, 1960 Little Eva, "The Loco-motion," The Loco-motion (Single), Dimension 1000, 1962 Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Take Good Care of My Baby, Liberty, 1961 The Monkees, "Pleasant Valley Sunday," Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd., Colgems, 1967 Carole King, "It Might As Well Rain Until September," It Might As Well Rain Until September (Single), Dimension, 1962 The City, "Now That Everything's Been Said," Now That Everything's Been Said, Ode, 1968 Carole King, "No Easy Way Down," Writer, Ode, 1970 Carole King, "Beautiful," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "You've Got a Friend," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Tapestry," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King and Louise Goffin, "Where You Lead," Our Little Corner of the World Music From Gilmore Girls, Rhino, 2002 Carole King, "Where You Lead," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "So Far Away," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Way Over Yonder," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Smackwater Jack," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon, Warner Bros., 1971 Carole King and James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Live At The Troubadour, Syzygy, 2010 Liz Phair, "Divorce Song (Girly-Sound Version)," The Girly-Sound Tapes, Matador, 2018 Lauryn Hill, "Everything Is Everything," The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Columbia, 1998 Tori Amos, "Cornflake Girl," Under the Pink, Atlantic, 1994 Caroline Rose, "Do You Think We'll Last Forever," Superstar, New West, 2020 |
Mar 19, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 17: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:05:52
Jim pays tribute to an old friend. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ |
Mar 17, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#798 Disgraceland's Jake Brennan, Songs About Shady Characters & Black Pumas
00:50:25
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share favorite songs about shady characters and talk with Jake Brennan, host of the Disgraceland podcast. Plus the Black Pumas share the songs that got them hooked on music.
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Featured Songs:
Utopia, "I Just Want To Touch You," Deface The Music, Bearsville, 1980 Erykah Badu, "Tyrone (Live)," Live, Universal, 1997 Solomon Burke, "Maggie's Farm," (single), Atlantic, 1965 The Clash, "Wrong 'Em Boyo," London Calling, Epic, 1979 Nick Cave, "Mack the Knife from the Threepenny Opera," September Songs, Sony Classical, 1997 The Chicks, "Goodbye Earl," Fly, Monument, 1999 Nelly Furtado, "Maneater," Loose, Geffen, 2006 Pink Floyd, "Arnold Layne," Arnold Layne (Single), EMI Columbia, 1967 Ghostface Killah, "Maxine (feat. Raekwon)," Bulletproof Wallets, Epic, 2001 Black Pumas, "Colors," Black Pumas, ATO, 2019 N.W.A., "100 Miles and Runnin' (Clean Version)," 100 Miles and Runnin', Ruthless, 1990 New Radicals, "You Get What You Give," Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too, MCA, 1998 Carole King, "So Far Away," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 |
Mar 12, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 16: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:06:16
Jim adds a song that he hunted down after watching Judas and the Black Messiah. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ |
Mar 10, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#797 The Story of Fortune Records, Opinions on The Hold Steady, Julien Baker & King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard
00:50:19
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the history of the independent label Fortune Records. They discuss the unpredictable music, unique cast of characters and why it had famous admirers ranging from Smokey Robinson to Lou Reed. Plus, they review some new music.
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Featured Songs: The Premiers, "The Trap of Love," The Trap of Love (Single), Fortune, 1957 The Hold Steady, "The Feelers," Open Door Policy, Positive Jams, 2021 The Hold Steady, "Unpleasant Breakfast," Open Door Policy, Positive Jams, 2021 The Hold Steady, "Hanover Camera," Open Door Policy, Positive Jams, 2021 King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard, "O.N.E.," L.W., Flightless, 2021 King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard, "Pleura," L.W., Flightless, 2021 King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard, "K.G.L.W.," L.W., Flightless, 2021 King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard, "East West Link," L.W., Flightless, 2021 Julien Baker, "Song in E," Little Oblivions, Matador, 2021 Julien Baker, "Hardline," Little Oblivions, Matador, 2021 Julien Baker, "Faith Healer," Little Oblivions, Matador, 2021 Nolan Strong & The Diablos, "If Oh I (Could Be With You Tonight)," If Oh I (Could Be With You Tonight) (Single), Fortune, 1959 Andre Williams, "Bacon Fat," Bacon Fat (Single), Fortune, 1957 Roy Hall and the Cohutta Mountain Boys, "Dirty Boogie," Dirty Boogie (Single), Fortune, 1949 Skeets McDonald, "The Tattooed Lady (feat. Johnny White and His Rhythm Riders)," The Tattooed Lady (Single), Fortune, 1961 Rufus Shoffner & Joyce Songer, "It Always Happens to Me," It Always Happens to Me (Single), Fortune, 1961 Nolan Strong & The Diablos, "Do You Remember What You Did," Do You Remember What You Did (Single), Fortune, 1955 Nolan Strong & The Diablos, "Mind Over Matter," Mind Over Matter (Single), Fortune, 1962 Shorty Frog & The Space Cats, "Sheddin' Tears over You," Sheddin' Tears over You (Single), Fortune, 1958 John Lee Hooker, "Blues For Big Town," John Lee Hooker & Big Maceo Merriweather, Fortune, 1963 Dead Prez , "Panthers (feat. Common and the Last Poets)," Hip-Hop Docktrine: The Official Boondocks Mixtape, Self-released, 2006 |
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Bonus podcast 15: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:08:20
Greg pays tribute to a dynamic duo of retired robots and one of their notable collaborators. |
Mar 03, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#796 Best Band Lineup Changes, Opinions on Arlo Parks & slowthai
00:50:39
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk about their favorite bands that have improved significantly after lineup changes. They also review new albums by British rapper Slowthai and British singer songwriter Arlo Parks.
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Featured Songs: Arlo Parks, "Green Eyes," Collapsed in Sunbeams, Transgressive, 2021 Arlo Parks, "Too Good," Collapsed in Sunbeams, Transgressive, 2021 Arlo Parks, "Hope," Collapsed in Sunbeams, Transgressive, 2021 Arlo Parks, "Porta 400," Collapsed in Sunbeams, Transgressive, 2021 Slowthai, "Play with Fire," Tyron, Method, 2021 Slowthai, "Feel Away," Tyron, Method, 2021 Slowthai, "adhd," Tyron, Method, 2021 Fleetwood Mac, "Albatross," Albatross (Single), Blue Horizon, 1968 Fleetwood Mac, "Bermuda Triangle," Heroes Are Hard to Find, Reprise, 1974 Fleetwood Mac, "World Turning," Fleetwood Mac, Reprise, 1975 Genesis, "The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway," The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, Charisma, 1974 Genesis, "Squonk," A Trick of the Tail, Charisma, 1976 James Brown, "I Got the Feelin'," I Got the Feelin', King, 1968 James Brown, "Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine," Sex Machine, King, 1970 Buzzcocks, "Boredom," Spiral Scratch, New Hormones, 1977 Buzzcocks, "Autonomy," Another Music in a Different Kitchen, United Artists, 1978 The Temptations, "My Girl," The Temptations Sing Smokey, Gordy, 1965 The Temptations, "Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)," The Sky's the Limit, Gordy, 1971 Black Flag, "Louie Louie," Louie Louie (Single), Posh Boy, 1981 Black Flag, "Best One Yet," Loose Nut, SST, 1985 Rush, "Working Man," Rush, Moon, 1974 Rush, "By-Tor and the Snow Dog," Fly By Night, Mercury, 1975 Nirvana, "Love Buzz," Bleach, Sub Pop, 1989 Nirvana, "Smells Like Teen Spirit," Nevermind, DGC, 1991 XTC, "This is Pop?," White Music, Virgin, 1978 XTC, "Life Begins at the Hop," Life Begins at the Hop (Single), Virgin, 1979 Todd Rundgren, "We Gotta Get You a Woman," Runt, Ampex, 1970 Jimi Hendrix Experience, "Wait Until Tomorrow," Axis: Bold As Love, Track, 1967 Lightnin' Hopkins, "Long Gone Like a Turkey Through The Corn," Country Blues, Tradition, 1959 |
Feb 26, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 14: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:08:08
Jim pays tribute to Tom Stevens of The Long Ryders.
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Feb 24, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#795 Todd Rundgren on His Virtual Tour, Meat Loaf, Plus Opinions on The Weather Station
00:50:40
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Todd Rundgren about his own music, his virtual tour and his career as a producer, this week. They also review the new album from The Weather Station.
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Featured Songs: Nazz, "Open My Eyes," Nazz, SGC, 1968 The Weather Station, "Robber," Ignorance, Fat Possum, 2021 The Weather Station, "Parking Lot," Ignorance, Fat Possum, 2021 The Weather Station, "Atlantic," Ignorance, Fat Possum, 2021 Todd Rundgren, "I Saw the Light," Something/Anything?, Bearsville, 1972 Todd Rundgren, "Hello It's Me," Something/Anything?, Bearsville, 1972 Todd Rundgren, "Can We Still Be Friends," Hermit of Mink Hollow, Bearsville, 1978 Todd Rundgren, "Parallel Lines," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989 Todd Rundgren, "The Want of a Nail (with Bobby Womack)," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989 Todd Rundgren, "Bang the Drum All Day," The Ever Popular Tortured Artist Effect, Bearsville, 1982 Todd Rundgren, "I Love My Life," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989 XTC, "The Meeting Place," Skylarking, Geffen, 1986 Meat Loaf, "Bat Out of Hell," Bat Out of Hell, Cleveland International, 1977 Meat Loaf, "Paradise By the Dashboard Light," Bat Out of Hell, Cleveland International, 1977 Todd Rundgren, "Couldn't I Just Tell You," Something/Anything?, Bearsville, 1972 XTC, "Dear God," Skylarking, Geffen, 1986 Patti Smith Group, "Dancing Barefoot," Wave, Arista, 1979 Fleetwood Mac, "The Chain," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 |
Feb 19, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 13: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:08:28
Jim adds a song to the Jukebox he was reminded of by the film, "Promising Young Woman."
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Feb 17, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#794 Buried Treasures & Peter Stampfel
00:50:39
It's time again for hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to share their latest buried treasures: recently released, under-the-radar albums you need to hear! Plus, Jim and Greg celebrate the work of Peter Stampfel as he releases his most ambitious project.
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Featured Songs:
Monolord, "I'm Staying Home," I'm Staying Home (Single), Relapse, 2021 Shame, "Alphabet," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021 Illuminati Hotties, "Free Ppls," FREE I.H: This Is Not the One You’ve Been Waiting For, Self-Released, 2020 OnceIWasYoung, "Cul de Sac," A Lonely New Year, Self-Released, 2021 Waltzer, "Lantern," Time Traveler , Side Hustle, 2021 Chappell Roan, "Pink Pony Club," Pink Pony Club (Single), Atlantic, 2020 Hartford/Focht, "Capitol Sunset," Hartford/Focht, Clearly, 2020 The Martha's Vineyard Ferries, "Jail Material," Jail Material (Single), self-released, 2021 Miss Grit, "Grow Up To," Imposter - EP, self-released, 2021 Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, "Fo Sho," I Told You So, Colemine, 2021 Peter Stampfel, "The Years," Peter Stampfel's 20th Century in 100 Songs, Louisiana Red Hot, 2021 Peter Stampfel & The Bottlecaps, "Drink American," Demo '84, Don Giovanni, 2020 Peter Stampfel, "Wannabe," Peter Stampfel's 20th Century in 100 Songs, Louisiana Red Hot, 2021 Michael Hurley/The Unholy Modal Rounders/Jeffrey Frederick & The Clamtones, "Midnight in Paris," Have Moicy!, Rounder, 1976 Peter Stampfel and the Bottlecaps, "Bridge and Tunnel Girls," The People's Republic Of Rock N' Roll, Homestead, 1989
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Feb 12, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 12: RIP Mary Wilson of the Supremes
00:35:41
Mary Wilson of the Supremes was our guest in January 2020 on WBEZ. We revisit that conversation in memory of Mary, dead at 76. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ |
Feb 10, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#793 John Carpenter, Favorite Film Scores & Opinions on Goat Girl & Madlib
00:50:40
John Carpenter directed and composed the music for some of the most iconic horror films of all time, from Halloween to They Live. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with him about his career and new album Lost Themes III. The hosts also share a few of their favorite film scores and review some new music.
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Featured Songs:
John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme - Main Title," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979 Goat Girl, "The Crack," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Goat Girl, "P.T.S.Tea," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Goat Girl, "Badibaba," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Madlib, "The Call," Sound Ancestors, Madlib Invazion, 2021 Madlib, "Road of the Lonely Ones," Sound Ancestors, Madlib Invazion, 2021 Madlib, "Two for 2 - For Dilla," Sound Ancestors, Madlib Invazion, 2021 Goat Girl, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 John Carpenter, "The Shape Stalks," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979 Bebe Barron and Louis Barron, "Forbidden Planet Soundtrack - a) Main Titles - Overture - b) Giant Footprints In The Sand," Forbidden Planet, Planet, 1976 Bernard Herrmann, Joel McNeely & Royal Scottish Orchestra, "Scotty Trails Madeline (Including: Madeline's First Appearance, Madeline's Car, The Flower Shop, The Alleyway, The Mission, Graveyard, and Tombstone)," Vertigo: Original Motion Picture Score, Varèse Sarabande, 1995 John Carpenter, "Dark Star," Anthology: Movie Themes 1974-1998, Rodeo Suplex, 2017 John Carpenter, "Skeleton," Lost Themes III: Life After Death, Sacred Bones, 2021 Dimitri Tiomkin, "High Noon - Theme," Movie Memories: Music from the Greatest Films, Colosseum, 1995 John Carpenter, "Dead Eyes," Lost Themes III: Life After Death, Sacred Bones, 2021 Carl Stalling, "Powerhouse and Other Cuts from the Early 50's," The Carl Stalling Project - Music From Warner Bros. Cartoons 1936-1958, Rhino, 1990 Bobby Womack & Peace, "Across 110th Street," Across 110th Street Soundtrack, United Artists, 1972 Goblin, "Zombi," Zombi (Dawn Of The Dead) Original Sound, Cinevox, 1978 Ennio Morricone, "Armonica," Once Upon a Time in the West, RCA, 1972 The Wheel Workers, "S.O.S.," S.O.S. (Single), Steven Higginbotham, 2020 |
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Bonus podcast 11: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:07:45
Greg plays his favorite song by a son of a famous father.
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Feb 03, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#792 The Zappa Show, Feat. Director Alex Winter; Opinions on Viagra Boys
00:50:42
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the life and career of Frank Zappa with actor and documentarian Alex Winter, director of ZAPPA. They also review the new album by Viagra Boys.
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Featured Songs: Frank Zappa, "Peaches en Regalia," Hot Rats, Bizarre, 1969 Viagra Boys, "I Feel Alive," Welfare Jazz, Year0001, 2021 Viagra Boys, "Ain't Nice," Welfare Jazz, Year0002, 2021 Viagra Boys, "Into the Sun," Welfare Jazz, Year0003, 2021 Viagra Boys, "Creatures," Welfare Jazz, Year0004, 2021 Viagra Boys, "In Spite of Ourselves (feat. Amy Taylor)," Welfare Jazz, Year0005, 2021 Frank Zappa, "Valley Girl (feat. Moon Zappa)," Ship Arriving Too Late to Save a Drowning Witch, Barking Pumpkin, 1982 Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention, "Camarillo Brillo," Over-Nite Sensation, DiscReet, 1973 Frank Zappa, "Willie the Pimp," Hot Rats, Bizarre, 1969 Frank Zappa and Ensemble Modern, "Dog Breath Variations," The Yellow Shark, Barking Pumpkin, 1993 Edgard Varèse, "Poème électronique," Music of Edgard Varèse, Columbia, 1960 The Mothers of Invention, "Trouble Every Day," Freak Out, Verve, 1966 Frank Zappa, "The Black Page, No. 2 (Live)," Baby Snakes, Barking Pumpkin, 1983 The Mothers of Invention, "Didja Get Any Onya," Weasels Rip My Flesh, Bizarre, 1970 John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme," Halloween (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979
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Jan 29, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 10: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:11:24
Jim adds an obscure synth track to the desert island jukebox. |
Jan 27, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#791 The Evolution of Taylor Swift; Phil Spector, Jazmine Sullivan & Sylvain Sylvain
00:50:13
Two of the best selling albums of 2020 were from Taylor Swift. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with music critic Kristin Stahlke about Swift's remarkable year and what led to it. They also review a new album from singer-songwriter Jazmine Sullivan, bid farewell to New York Dolls guitarist Sylvain Sylvain and discuss Phil Spector.
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Featured Songs: Taylor Swift, "dorothea," evermore, Republic, 2020 The Ronettes, "Be My Baby," (Single), Phillies, 1963 Darlene Love, "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)," (Live on Late Night with David Letterman), Unreleased, 1986 Ike and Tina Turner, "River Deep - Mountain High," River Deep - Mountain High, London, 1966 New York Dolls, "Trash," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 David Johansen, "Frenchette," David Johansen, Columbia, 1978 Jazmine Sullivan, "Lost One," Heaux Tales, RCA, 2021 Jazmine Sullivan, "Pick Up Your Feelings," Heaux Tales, RCA, 2021 Jazmine Sullivan, "Antoinette's Tale," Heaux Tales, RCA, 2021 Jazmine Sullivan, "The Other Side," Heaux Tales, RCA, 2021 Taylor Swift, "champagne problems," evermore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "this is me trying," folklore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "the 1," folklore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "willow," evermore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "exile (feat. Bon Iver)," folklore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "closure," evermore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things," reputation, Big Machine, 2017 Taylor Swift, "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," Red, Big Machine, 2012 Taylor Swift, "no body, no crime (feat. HAIM)," evermore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "august," folklore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "marjorie," evermore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "mirrorball," folklore, Republic, 2020 Taylor Swift, "gold rush," evermore, Republic, 2020 Frank Zappa, "Peaches en Regalia," Hot Rats, Reprise, 1969
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Jan 22, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 9: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:07:34
Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox after watching Ma Rainey's Black Bottom on Netflix. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Comment on the show: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ |
Jan 20, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#790 Songs About Mistakes, Opinions on Paul McCartney & Steve Earle
00:50:41
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about mistakes. They also review new albums from Paul McCartney and Steve Earle.
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Featured Songs: Buzzcocks, "Ever Fallen in Love (with Someone You Shouldn't've)," Love Bites, United Artists, 1978 Paul McCartney, "Long Tailed Winter Bird," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020 Paul McCartney, "Find My Way," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020 Paul McCartney, "Lavatory Lil," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020 Paul McCartney, "Deep Deep Feeling," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020 Paul McCartney, "Winter Bird/ When Winter Comes," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020 Steve Earle, "They Killed John Henry," J.T., New West, 2021 Steve Earle, "Harlem River Blues," J.T., New West, 2021 Steve Earle, "Last Words," J.T., New West, 2021 Justin Townes Earle, "Mama's Eyes," Midnight at the Movies, Bloodshot, 2009 Rolling Stones, "Angie," Goats Head Soup, Rolling Stones, 1973 Tyrone Davis, "Turn Back the Hands of Time," Turn Back the Hands of Time, Dakar, 1970 ABBA, "SOS," ABBA, Polar Music, 1975 Rihanna, "Same Ol' Mistakes," ANTI, Westbury Road and Roc Nation, 2016 Eugene McDaniels, "The Parasite (For Buffy)," Headless Heroes of the Apocalypse, Atlantic, 1971 Quincy Jones, "Just Once," The Dude, A&M, 1981 Hüsker Dü, "I Apologize," New Day Rising, SST, 1985 Violent Femmes, "Add It Up," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983 Tricky, "Past Mistake," Knowle West Boy, Domino, 2008 Taylor Swift, "Willow," Evermore, Republic, 2020 |
Jan 15, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 8: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:09:04
Greg is thinking about the late MF DOOM and here shares his first appearance on record. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ |
Jan 13, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#789 Cameron Crowe on Almost Famous, Opinions on Miley Cyrus & MF Doom
00:50:41
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate the 20th anniversary of the beloved music movie Almost Famous. They revisit Jim’s interview from back in the day with writer and director Cameron Crowe. They’ll also review the new release from Miley Cyrus, bid farewell to rapper MF Doom and hear from some listeners.
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Jan 08, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 7: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:07:10
In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to ambient musician Harold Budd.
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Jan 06, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#788 Buried Treasures, Greg's Mixtape & Artists We Lost in 2020
00:50:41
Host Greg Kot shares the latest installment of his series of annual mixtapes and host Jim DeRogatis shares a new batch of buried treasure songs. We also remember musicians we lost in 2020.
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Featured Songs: 1000mods, "Warped," Youth of Dissent, Ouga Booga And The Mighty Oug Recordings, 2020 Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," Show Me Your Pretty Side (Single), Rough Trade, 2020 That Brunette, "Platonic," Platonic (Single), That Brunette, 2020 Grandbrothers, "Howth," All the Unknown, City Slang, 2020 Ólafur Arnalds & JFDR, "Back to the Sky," some kind of peace, Decca, 2020 Sen Morimoto, "Woof," Sen Morimoto, Sooper, 2020 Spun Out, "Another House," Touch the Sound, Spun Out Productions, 2020 Horsegirl, "Sea Life Sandwich Boy," Sea Life Sandwich Boy (Single), self-released, 2020 Ratboys, "Look To," Printer's Devil, Topshelf, 2020 Dehd, "Desire," Flower of Devotion, Fire Talk, 2020 Ric Wilson, "Fight Like Ida B & Marsha P," Fight Like Ida B & Marsha P (Single), Free Disco, 2020 John Mayall's Blues Breakers, "The Supernatural," A Hard Road, Decca, 1967 Helen Reddy, "I Am Woman," I Am Woman, Capitol, 1972 Toots and the Maytals, "54-46 That's My Number," (Single), Beverley's, 1968 |
Jan 01, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||
#787 The Year in the Music Industry
00:50:39
This has been one of the most challenging years ever for the music industry. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with people working in digital music, live music and record stores to save the music industry and lead it into 2021.
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Featured Songs: Vic Chesnutt, "Band Camp," Silver Lake, New West, 2003 The Mountain Goats, "Waylon Jennings Live!," In League With Dragons, Merge, 2019 The Beta Band, "Dry The Rain," The Three E.P.s, Regal, 1998 Dehd, "Desire," Flowers of Devotion, Fire Talk, 2020
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Dec 25, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#786 Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular 2020
00:50:27
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome our crate-digging Kris Kringle, Andy Cirzan to share great holiday songs that aren't played-out. This year the mix is blues-themed in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Slim Seward & Fat Boy Hayes, "Christmas Time Blues," (Single), MGM, 1948 Sonny Boy Williamson I, "Christmas Morning Blues," Bluebird Blues, RCA, 1970 Lowell Fulson, "Wanna Spend Christmas With You," (Single), Kent, 1967 Cecil Gant, "Hello Santa Claus," (Single), Decca, 1950 Lenny Dee, "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961 Freddie King, "Christmas Tears," (Single), Federal, 1960 Hop Wilson, "Merry Christmas Darling," (Single), Ivory, Unknown Sonny Boy Williamson II, "Sonny Boy's Christmas Blues," (Single), Trumpet, 1951 Jimmy Reed, "Christmas Present Blues," (Single), RRG, 1971 The Three Suns, "Winter Wonderland," The Sound of Christmas, Camden, 1961 Jimmy McCracklin, "Christmas Time Pt 1," (Single), Art-Tone, 1961 Albert King, "Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin'," (Single), Stax, 1974 B.B. King, "Christmas Celebration," (Single), Kent, 1960 Bartees Strange, "Mustang," Live Forever, Memory Music, 2020 |
Dec 18, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 6: Best Albums of 2020 Continued!
00:42:02
For the first time in Sound Opinions history, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot round out their top 10 lists of the Best Albums of 2020 in this bonus, podcast-only exclusive.
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Featured Songs: Bob Dylan, "False Prophet," Rough and Rowdy Ways, Columbia, 2020 Soccer Mommy, "crawling in my skin," color theory, Loma Vista, 2020 Jyoti, "Mama, You Can Bet!," Mama, You Can Bet!, EONE, 2020 Bob Mould, "Leather Dreams," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020 Porridge Radio, "Born Confused," Every Bad, Secretly Canadian, 2020 Lydia Loveless, "September," Daughter, Honey You're Going To Be Late, 2020 IDLES, "War," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020 Margo Price, "That's How Rumors Get Started," That's How Rumors Get Started, Loma Vista, 2020 Coriky, "Too Many Husbands," Coriky, Dischord, 2020 Drive-By Truckers, "Thoughts and Prayers," The Unraveling, ATO, 2020 |
Dec 16, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#785 Best Albums of 2020
00:50:35
It’s the show we look forward to all year long. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot count down their favorite albums released in 2020.
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Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit, "What've I Done to Help," Reunions, Southeastern, 2020 Bartees Strange, "Boomer," Live Forever, Memory Music, 2020 Lucinda Williams, "You Can't Rule Me," Good Souls Better Angels, Thirty Tigers, 2020 Fiona Apple, "Shameika," Fetch the Bolt Cutters, Epic, 2020 Waxahatchee, "Fire," Saint Cloud, Merge, 2020 Melkbelly, "Season of the Goose," Pith, Carpark, 2020 Angelica Garcia, "Guadalupe," Cha Cha Palace, Spacebomb, 2020 Run The Jewels, "Walking In The Snow," RTJ4, BMG, 2020 Run The Jewels, "Ooh La La," RTJ4, BMG, 2020 Haim, "Now I'm In It (Bonus Track)," Women in Music Pt. III, Columbia, 2020 Ganser, "Projector," Just Look At That Sky, felte, 2020 SAULT, "Free," Untitled (Rise), Forever Living Originals, 2020 Shemekia Copeland, "Money Makes You Ugly," Uncivil War, Alligator, 2020 Rotary Connection, "Christmas Love," Peace, Geffen, 1968 |
Dec 11, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 5: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:08:54
In this bonus episode, Greg provides a roadmap for music listeners interested in getting into jazz. Here's the playlist Greg mentions in the episode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2fWOqJjfmVDiR9xu4JvSla Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org |
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#784 Radiohead's Kid A & the Story of Sex Pistols' Manager Malcolm McLaren
00:50:36
Following up the guitar masterpiece of OK Computer, Radiohead threw the music world for a loop with Kid A. Twenty years after it's release hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Steven Hyden about how the album was made and its lasting impact. They also discuss the life and career of the Sex Pistols and New York Dolls manager Malcolm McLaren.
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Featured Songs: Radiohead, "Idioteque," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "How To Disappear Completely," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "Subterranean Homesick Alien," OK Computer, Parlophone, 1997 Travis, "Writing To Reach You," The Man Who, Independiente, 1999 Autechre, "Rae," LP5, Warp, 1999 Radiohead, "Fake Plastic Trees," The Bends, Parlophone, 1995 Radiohead, "Everything In Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "Kid A (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001 Radiohead, "Kid A," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "Treefingers," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Radiohead, "The National Anthem (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001 Radiohead, "15 Step," In Rainbows, Parlophone, 2007 Radiohead, "The National Anthem," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977 Sex Pistols, "God Save the Queen," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977 Sex Pistols, "Pretty Vacant," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977 Bow Wow Wow, "I Want Candy," The Last of the Mohicans, RCA, 1982 Malcolm McLaren, "Buffalo Gals," Duck Rock, Virgin, 1983 Sault, "Hard Life," Untitled (Black Is), Forever Living Originals, 2020 |
Dec 04, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 4: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:06:36
It's Jim's turn this week to add a song to the Desert Island Jukebox. If you have The Kinks original "Sunny Afternoon" single, the original release of this song is the B-side. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org |
Dec 02, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#783 Review Roundup & Pylon
00:50:36
It's time for another review roundup. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot give their opinions on new records by AC/DC, Beabadoobee and more. Plus, a conversation with members of the Georgia post-punk band Pylon.
Featured Songs: Pylon, "Cool," Cool (Single), DB, 1979 AC/DC, "Shot in the Dark," Power Up, Columbia, 2020 AC/DC, "Through The Mists Of Time," Power Up, Columbia, 2020 AC/DC, "Wild Reputation," Power Up, Columbia, 2020 Sturgill Simpson, "Turtles All The Way Down," Cuttin' Grass, Vol. 1: The Butcher Shoppe Sessions, High Top Mountain, 2020 Sturgill Simpson, "Breakers Roar," Cuttin' Grass, Vol. 1: The Butcher Shoppe Sessions, High Top Mountain, 2020 Sturgill Simpson, "Turtles All The Way Down," Metamodern Sounds in Country Music, High Top Mountain, 2014 Sturgill Simpson, "I Don't Mind," Cuttin' Grass, Vol. 1: The Butcher Shoppe Sessions, High Top Mountain, 2020 beabadoobee, "Dye It Red," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020 beabadoobee, "Care," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020 beabadoobee, "Sorry," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020 beabadoobee, "Horen Sarrison," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020 Low Cut Connie, "Take a Little Ride Downtown," Private Lives, Contender, 2020 Low Cut Connie, "Look What They Did," Private Lives, Contender, 2020 Low Cut Connie, "Tea Time," Private Lives, Contender, 2020 Low Cut Connie, "Nobody Else Will Believe You," Private Lives, Contender, 2020 Low Cut Connie, "Now You Know," Private Lives, Contender, 2020 Pylon, "Crazy," Chomp, DB, 1983 Pylon, "Feast On My Heart," Box, New West, 2020 Pylon, "Modern Day Fashion Woman (Version 1)," Box, New West, 2020 Pylon, "Dub," Dub (Single), DB, 1979 Grace Jones , "On Your Knees," Muse, Island, 1979 Parliament, "Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof off the Sucker)," Mothership Connection, Casablanca, 1975 Grandmaster Flash, "The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash and the Wheels of Steel," The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash and the Wheels of Steel (Single), Sugar Hill, 1981 Pylon, "Beep," Chomp, DB, 1983 Pylon, "Altitude," Chomp, DB, 1983 Pylon, "Italian Movie Theme," Chomp, DB, 1983 Radiohead, "The National Anthem," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000
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Nov 27, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 3: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:08:16
Greg pays tribute to the recently departed "Honky Tonk Hemingway" in this Desert Island Jukebox pick. |
Nov 25, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#782 Bob Mould & The Story of Hawkwind
00:50:36
Since his days fronting Hüsker Dü, Bob Mould has been one of hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot's favorite politically-minded artists. His latest album may be his most directly political and he returns to the show to discuss it. Then we hear the story of the English space rock band Hawkwind from author Joe Banks.
Bob Mould, "American Crisis," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020 Bob Mould, "Camp Sunshine," Sunshine Rock, Merge, 2019 Bob Mould, "Heart On My Sleeve," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020 Tom Robinson Band, "Glad to be Gay," Rising Free, EMI, 1978 Stiff Little Fingers, "Suspect Device," Suspect Device (Single), Rigid Digits, 1978 D.O.A., "The Enemy," Something Better Change, Alternative Tentacles, 1980 Bob Mould, "Next Generation," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020 Bob Mould, "Leather Dreams," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020 Hawkwind, "Silver Machine," Silver Machine (Single), United Artists, 1972 Hawkwind, "Master of the Universe," In Search of Space, United Artists, 1971 Hawkwind, "Seven By Seven," In Search of Space, United Artists, 1971 Hawkwind, "Paranoia, Pt. 1," Hawkwind, Liberty, 1970 Hawkwind, "Hurry On Sundown," Queens of the Stone Age, Loosegroove, 1998 Hawkwind, "Orgone Accumulator," Space Ritual, United Artists, 1973 Hawkwind, "The Awakening," Space Ritual, United Artists, 1973 Sleep, "Jerusalem," Jerusalem, The Music Cartel, 1999 Queens of the Stone Age, "Spiders and Vinegaroons," Queens of the Stone Age, Loosegroove, 1998 beabadoobee, "Worth It," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020 |
Nov 20, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast 2: Jim's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:09:46
Jim's fascination with the alternative boom of the 1990's got this song stuck in his head from a one-hit-wonder from Sweden. |
Nov 18, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#781 Tribute Albums
00:49:49
A tribute album is a way for musicians to pay homage to an artist they love. While not all of them are good, the great ones let the music shine through. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk all things tribute and review the last release from late producer Hal Willner, a tribute to Marc Bolan.
Featured Songs: John Cale, "Hallelujah," I'm Your Fan: The Songs of Leonard Cohen, Atlantic, 1991 R.E.M, "First We Take Manhattan," I'm Your Fan: The Songs of Leonard Cohen, Atlantic, 1991 Nino Rota, "8 e 1/2," Fellini e Rota, C.A.M., 1963 The Carla Bley Band, "8 1/2," Amarcord Nino Rota, Hannibal, 1981 Leonard Cohen, "Hallelujah," Various Positions, Columbia, 1984 Jeff Buckley, "Hallelujah," Grace, Columbia, 1994 The House of Love, "Who By Fire," I'm Your Fan: The Songs of Leonard Cohen, Atlantic, 1991 Leonard Cohen, "Who By Fire," New Skin for the Old Ceremony, Columbia, 1974 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Tower of Song," I'm Your Fan: The Songs of Leonard Cohen, Atlantic, 1991 Bob Dylan & Mavis Staples, "Gonna Change My Way of Thinking," Gotta Serve Somebody: The Gospel Music of Bob Dylan, Sony/Columbia, 2003 ZZ Top, "Reverberation (Doubt)," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990 John Wesley Harding, "If You Have Ghosts," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990 Bongwater, "You Don't Love Me Yet," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990 Primal Scream, "Slip Inside This House," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990 Doug Sahm & Sons, "You're Gonna Miss Me," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990 Butthole Surfers, "Earthquake," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990 Julian Cope, "I Have Always Been Here Before," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990 R.E.M., "I Walked With A Zombie," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990 Bobby Darin, "Mack the Knife," That's All, Atco, 1959 John Zorn, "Der Kleine Leutnant Des Lieben Gottes (The Little Lieutenant of the Loving God)," Lost In The Stars: The Music Of Kurt Weill, A&M, 1985 Marianne Faithful & Chris Spedding, "The Ballad Of The Soldier's Wife," Lost In The Stars: The Music Of Kurt Weill, A&M, 1985 Frank Sinatra, "September Song," Point of No Return, Capitol, 1962 Lou Reed, "September Song," Lost In The Stars: The Music Of Kurt Weill, A&M, 1985 T. Rex, "Bang a Gong (Get It On)," Electric Warrior, Fly, 1971 Kesha, "Children of the Revolution," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020 Nick Cave, "Cosmic Dancer," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020 T. Rex, "Cosmic Dancer," Electric Warrior, Fly, 1971 T. Rex, "Life's a Gas," Electric Warrior, Fly, 1971 Lucinda Williams, "Life's a Gas," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020 Elton John & U2, "Bang a Gong (Get It On)," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020 T. Rex, "Rock On," The Slider, EMI, 1972 Perry Farrell, "Rock On," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020 Peaches, "Solid Gold, Easy Action," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020 Bob Mould, "Siberian Butterfly," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020
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Nov 13, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
Bonus podcast: Greg's Desert Island Jukebox pick
00:09:42
Greg is inspired by research on the Soul to Soul concert in Ghana in 1971 to dig out the Ghana Soundz compilation from 2002. |
Nov 11, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#780 Buried Treasures & Singer-Songwriter Nana Adjoa
00:50:37
It's that time yet again for hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to share some new music they're digging that's underneath the mainstream radar. Plus, a conversation with Dutch-Ghanaian singer-songwriter Nana Adjoa. |
Nov 06, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#779 Jimmy Carter, Rock & Roll President & Hanif Abdurraquib
00:50:37
On the eve of a presidential election, hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis talk with the director of the new documentary, Jimmy Carter: Rock and Roll President about how Carter changed the way politicians interact with musicians. Plus, poet and music critic Hanif Abdurraqib talks about hosting the new season of the Lost Notes podcast on 1980. |
Oct 30, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#778 Songs About Witches & D'Angelo's Voodoo
00:50:36
In honor of Halloween, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about the powerful, independent women sometimes known as witches. Then they do a classic album dissection of D'Angelo's Voodoo with author Faith Pennick. |
Oct 23, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#777 The Go-Go's Kathy Valentine, R.I.P. Eddie Van Halen and Opinions on Shamir & Shemekia Copeland
00:50:37
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with bassist Kathy Valentine of the Go-Go’s about her book All I Ever Wanted: A Rock 'n’ Roll Memoir. They discuss her independent childhood, finding her musical family with the Go-Go’s and more. Plus, Jim and Greg review new music from Shamir and Shemekia Copeland. Greg also bids farewell to Eddie Van Halen. |
Oct 16, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#776 Record Review Roundup & Wendy Carlos
00:50:25
It's fall and the records are dropping like leaves. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot review new albums from Disclosure, Lydia Loveless, Flaming Lips and Ganser. Plus, the story of electronic music pioneer, Wendy Carlos. |
Oct 09, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#775 The Story of Creem Magazine & British Rock Band IDLES
00:50:27
For 20 years, Creem Magazine boasted a roster of creative misfits who wrote some of the most exciting, funny and thoughtful music journalism of all time. Hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis talk to friend and former Creem journalist Jaan Uhelszki about the new documentary on Creem and what it was like to work alongside Jim's hero, Lester Bangs. Then, Jim and Greg have a conversation with British punk band IDLES. |
Oct 02, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#774 Hannibal Buress & How Record Stores Are Adapting
00:50:37
In the music world, record stores are important economically, but also as community hubs. We talk with the directors of the documentary "Other Music" as well as record store owners in North Carolina and Ohio about how they're adapting to coronavirus times. Plus they talk with music loving comedian Hannibal Buress about his drive in theater tour. |
Sep 25, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#773 Yes' Going For The One & Protomartyr Review
00:50:47
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect Yes's 1977 masterpiece album Going For the One. They talk about the progressive rock band's history, the rich music and they interview lead singer Jon Anderson about the making of the record. Jim and Greg also review the latest from Detroit rock band Protomartyr. |
Sep 18, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#772 Buried Treasures & the Future of Music Venues
00:50:32
Nothing in the world can stop great music from being created. Even now there are songs coasting under the radar, not being enjoyed by enough people. We have a new batch of buried treasures to share. Plus, we talk with venue owners, activists and politicians working to save American stages that have been shut down due to the global pandemic. |
Sep 11, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#771 Songs About New Beginnings
00:50:17
Oftentimes the best way to celebrate a new venture is with great music, and we could all use a fresh start right about now. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs about new beginnings. They also review new records from country singer-songwriter Margo Price and the late Chicago rapper Juice Wrld. |
Sep 04, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#770: Give The Drummer Some
00:55:30
What role do drums play in Rock? Should they be keeping the beat or leading from the front? Who are some of the greatest drummers in rock music? The beat goes on as Jim and Greg focus on the contributions of drummers to rock music with drummer Joe Wong. Wong also hosts a podcast on drummers called The Trap Set. |
Aug 28, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#769: The Replacements & Mission of Burma
00:55:43
The Replacements never had a hit song, but few bands have inspired such a deep connection with their fans. Bob Mehr, author of the biography Trouble Boys, talks with Jim and Greg about the band. Plus we revisit our interview with Mission of Burma. |
Aug 21, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#768 The Velvet Underground & Nico
00:55:44
Jim and Greg explore the background and influence of the Velvet Underground’s debut with a classic album dissection. |
Aug 14, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#767 The New Analog & Opinions On Neil Young
00:55:44
Jim and Greg talk with Galaxie 500’s Damon Krukowski about the value of analog listening in an increasingly digital world. They’ll also review new albums from Neil Young and the mysterious Sault. |
Aug 07, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#766 Chris Frantz and Talking Heads
00:55:38
Jim and Greg chat with Talking Heads drummer Chris Frantz about his new book, Remain In Love. The book tracks the bands commercial success and internal strife. Plus, they dig into some of their favorite tracks by the 'Heads’ and Tom Tom Club. |
Jul 31, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#765 Chicago Soul
00:55:42
From Curtis Mayfield to Minnie Riperton, Jim and Greg explore the Chicago Soul scene. They’ll examine how the music tells the story of political and cultural change in Chicago. Plus, they look at the movement’s lasting impact. |
Jul 24, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#764 Songs About Help and the Rock Doctors
00:55:36
In these confusing and anxious times, we could all use the occasional helping hand. This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about helping. Then they help a listener find new music to soothe her grandmother. |
Jul 17, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#763 Buried Treasures & Caroline Rose
00:55:24
It's time for another edition of Buried Treasures, where Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis share some under-the-radar new music you need to hear. Plus, we hear from the singer-songwriter Caroline Rose about the song that got her interested in making music. |
Jul 10, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#762 Bill Withers' Live at Carnegie Hall & Opinions on Phoebe Bridgers
00:55:23
Bill Withers is beloved for classics like Lean On Me, but Greg contends that Withers’ best album is Live at Carnegie Hall. Jim and Greg honor Withers’ life with a classic album dissection of that record and review the latest from Phoebe Bridgers. |
Jul 03, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#761 Instant Commentaries & Opinions on Bob Dylan
00:55:30
Sometimes current events inspire urgent art. Jim and Greg share their favorite instant commentary tracks, songs that were published in a hurry in hopes of affecting change. Plus we review the latest from Bob Dylan. |
Jun 26, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#760 Best Albums of 2020...So Far
00:55:35
While the year is only half over, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot couldn’t wait until December to share their favorite albums. This week, Jim and Greg share their picks for the Best Albums of 2020 so far. |
Jun 19, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#759 Cover Songs, Opinions on Jehnny Beth & Remembering Jimmy Cobb
00:55:37
Jim and Greg discuss the value of cover songs and dig into the surprising stories behind some of rock's most notable examples. Also, they review the debut solo album from artist Jehnny Beth and remember drummer Jimmy Cobb. |
Jun 12, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#758 Buried Treasures & Ask The Critics
00:55:29
Jim and Greg share some recent songs they're loving that are beneath the mainstream radar. They also answer some questions from listeners in another edition of Ask the Critics. |
Jun 05, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#757 Concerts That Shaped Us & Opinions On They Call Me Disco
00:55:30
In a time when most independent concert venues have a doubtful future, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot relive their favorite moments experienced at live concerts. They also review the new EP by rapper Ric Wilson and pay tribute to percussionist, Tony Allen. |
May 29, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#756 History in Songs & Best Coast
00:55:13
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite tracks about historical figures, events and places. Plus, a conversation with Best Coast's Bethany Cosentino about sobriety and how it has affected her music. |
May 22, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#755 Virtual Vacations, Mudhoney in Seattle, & RIP Little Richard
00:55:35
Jim and Greg take a virtual vacation via music! Tour guides including Kraftwerk, Spoon and A Tribe Called Quest will take you to Japan, India, Italy and more. Plus, they go on a real trip to Seattle to interview Mudhoney. And they remember Little Richard. |
May 15, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#754 God Save the Queens: Women in Hip-Hop, Opinions on Jason Isbell & Chicano Batman, Hamilton Bohannon
00:55:30
This week, Jim and Greg talk about the history of women in hip-hop, and how amazing MCs have been chronically undervalued since the beginning of the art form. They also review new records from Jason Isbell and Chicano Batman. |
May 08, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#753: Review Roundup, Bill Withers & the Red Sox Organist
00:55:29
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot review the new records from Fiona Apple, The Weeknd and more. They’ll hear how the Boston Red Sox's organist is keeping busy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, we bid farewell to Bill Withers. |
Apr 30, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#752 Buried Treasures & Sudan Archives
00:55:37
With nothing but time on our hands, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are back with a new batch of Buried Treasures. They're always on the lookout for great new music beyond the FM dial and this week they share their latest finds. Plus we'll hear a live performance and interview with singer and violinist Sudan Archives. |
Apr 24, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#751 Rocking the Closet: Sexuality in Music, Opinions on Dua Lipa, Waxahatchee & Melkbelly
00:55:31
Back in the 1950s, artists like Little Richard and Liberace found unique ways to present their sexuality within the “acceptable” boundaries existing in society, and in many ways, pushed them. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have a discussion about sexuality in music. They also review new albums by pop artist Dua Lipa and indie acts Waxahatchee and Melkbelly. |
Apr 17, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#750 Raphael Saadiq, Remembering John Prine
00:55:45
This week Sound Opinons welcomes prolific singer, songwriter, and producer Raphael Saadiq. Perhaps most widely known as a member of the 1990s R&B band Tony! Toni! Toné!, he's also released five critically acclaimed solo albums, all the while producing notable work for others, including "Lady" by D'Angelo, and "Cranes In The Sky" by Solange. Plus, Jim and Greg bid farewell to legendary songwriter John Prine. |
Apr 10, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#749 Review Roundup & The Masked Marauders
00:54:56
Spring is here, and it's time to get caught up with some of the new releases of the season. From comeback kids to buzzworthy new artists, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have you covered. Plus, we revisit the "best" supergroup of all time 50 years later, The Masked Marauders. |
Apr 03, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#748 Social Distancing on the Desert Island, R.I.P. Singer and Songwriter Paul K.
00:55:30
In light of the global pandemic, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are encouraging listeners to practice social distancing. They'll be sharing a fresh batch of Desert Island Jukebox picks, music that seems particularly well suited to the moment we're in. Greg also bids farewell to the late singer and songwriter Paul K. of Paul K. & the Weathermen. |
Mar 27, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#747 Joni Mitchell's Blue
00:55:38
Almost 50 years ago, singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell released what became her signature album, Blue. The record is full of complex lyrics, gorgeous guitar and deeply personal themes. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a classic album dissection of Blue, sharing the context of the record, exploring its lasting impact and looking in depth at its impressive track list. |
Mar 20, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#746 OutKast's Stankonia & Caroline Polachek
00:55:34
After their third album went double-platnium, Atlanta hip-hop duo OutKast let their creativity run wild on 2000's Stankonia. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a classic album dissection of that landmark record. Plus, Caroline Polachek shares the song that got her into music as a career and Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox. |
Mar 13, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#745 Songs About Animals, Opinions on Tame Impala & Grimes
00:55:41
Outside of their natural habitats, you'll find animals all over music. From hound dogs to blackbirds, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs about animals. They also review new records from Tame Impala and Grimes, and Greg bids farewell to David Roback of Mazzy Star and the Rain Parade. |
Mar 06, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#744 Songs About Time, Ask the Critics Pt. 2
00:55:35
Let's "Rock Around the Clock" like Bill Haley told us to! 2020 is another leap year, Daylight Savings is around the corner and this week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore their favorite Songs About Time. They also answer more listener questions for another edition of Ask the Critics, ranging from their personal experiences making music to their biggest disagreements. |
Feb 28, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#743 Buried Treasures & Briston Maroney
00:55:16
It's time again for hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to share their latest buried treasures: recently released, under-the-radar albums you need to hear! Plus, Jim takes a trip to the desert island jukebox to play a song he can't live without. Then, they hear from musician Briston Maroney about the song that got him Hooked On Sonics. |
Feb 21, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#742 Ask the Critics, Hologram Tours & Opinions on Wire
00:55:31
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot answer listener questions in a segment called Ask the Critics! They’ll give responses on subjects like musical taste, disagreements with each other and what it’s really like to be a professional critic. Plus, they’ll talk to music journalist Mark Binelli about the rise of deceased musician hologram tours. They also review the new album from English art rock band Wire. |
Feb 14, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#741 King Crimson, R.I.P. Andy Gill of Gang of Four
00:55:41
King Crimson is a legendary progressive rock band that has evolved through the decades in innovative, and sometimes surprising ways. This week, Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis explore the constant evolution of the classic band that refuses to rest on its laurels. Plus, Jim and Greg pay tribute to Gang of Four guitarist Andy Gill, dead at the age of 64. |
Feb 07, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#740 Best Film Acting Performances By Musicians, Host of Slow Burn on the Muders of Tupac & Biggie
00:55:10
Over the years, several notable musicians have tried their hand at acting in movies, whether it’s playing a character or playing themselves. While the results are mixed, there have been a handful of great, pitch perfect performances. With the Oscars looming, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite acting performances by musicians in film. They’ll also talk with Joel Anderson, host of the third season of the podcast Slow Burn, which focuses on the murders of the Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur. |
Jan 31, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#739 Mary Wilson of The Supremes, Opinions on Drive-By Truckers & Torres
00:55:33
Motown Records helped create the soundtrack for a generation. And no group at that famous label was more iconic than The Supremes, both for their sound, and for their groundbreaking glamour. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk to Mary Wilson of The Supremes about her days at Motown, and how the group became international ambassadors representing an entire community. Jim and Greg also review new records from the Southern rock band Drive-By Truckers and indie singer-songwriter Torres. |
Jan 24, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#738 The Beach Boys' Pet Sounds, R.I.P. Neil Peart & Opinions on Beach Slang
00:55:42
Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys elevated pop music to new artistic heights with the band's 1966 masterpiece Pet Sounds. With its ingenious orchestrations and earnest lyrics, the album remains an enormous influence to this day. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot present a Classic Album Dissection of Pet Sounds. They also review the new album from punk band Beach Slang and bid farewell to Neil Peart of Rush. |
Jan 17, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#737 Buried Treasures & Folk Singer-Songwriter Joan Shelley
00:56:40
A new year calls for new tunes. Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are back with a new batch of Buried Treasures. They're always on the lookout for great new music beyond the FM dial and this week they share their latest finds. These artists might not be household names, but they're definitely worth adding to your collection. They'll also talk to folk singer-songwriter Joan Shelley about recording her latest album in Iceland and how her Louisville, Kentucky heritage manifests in her music. |
Jan 10, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#736 Songs About Pot, Rock Doctors & Angie McMahon
00:56:43
As of January 1, 2020, Illinois joins several states in legalizing recreational marijuana. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot acknowledge the numerous songs about weed and share some of their favorites. Plus, Jim and Greg are the rock doctors, finding walk up music for a martial artist. They also find out what unique song got singer-songwriter Angie McMahon hooked on sonics. |
Jan 03, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||
#735 Albums of the Decade, Greg's Mixtape, Juice WRLD & Roy Loney
00:56:27
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot close out 2019 and the 2010s by sharing some of their best albums of the decade. Then, Greg will share his annual mixtape and the hosts will discuss musicians the world lost this year, including rapper Juice WRLD and Flamin' Groovies lead singer Roy Loney. |
Dec 27, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#734 Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular 2019 with Andy Cirzan
00:56:40
It's a holiday tradition on Sound Opinions to welcome weird wax aficionado Andy Cirzan to share his annual mix of tinsel-time tunes with us. He shares his bizarre holiday music finds and the stories behind them with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot. |
Dec 20, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#733 The Best Albums of 2019
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As 2019 comes to a close, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reflect on the best albums of the year. They also hear from Sound Opinions producers and listeners about their favorites. |
Dec 13, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#732 William S. Burroughs and the Cult of Rock 'N' Roll, Opinions on Leonard Cohen & Sudan Archives
00:56:42
Beat writer William S. Burroughs had a profound impact and interaction with rock and hip-hop music from the 1960s through his death in the late 1990s. Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Casey Rae about his book on Burroughs and "the cult of Rock 'n' Roll." They also review new albums from Leonard Cohen and singer and violinist Sudan Archives. |
Dec 06, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#731 Thanksgiving Leftovers & DJ Shadow on Sampling
00:56:47
As we finish eating Thanksgiving leftovers, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot clear out musical discussions still left over from earlier in the year. From chart-topping phenomenons to surprising archival finds, there was just too much music this year to cover it all as it happened. Plus, DJ Shadow explains how he found the sample for his latest single, "Rocket Fuel." |
Nov 29, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#730 Songs That Make You Cry, Opinions on The Replacements & FKA twigs
00:56:44
For one reason or another, everyone has got a handful of songs that make them cry. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of the songs that bring tears to their eyes. They also review something old and something new: they revisit The Replacements' album Don't Tell a Soul 30 years later and share their thoughts on the new record from FKA twigs. |
Nov 22, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#729 Buried Treasures & Bobby Rush
00:56:29
As we all settle in for the season, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot figure Sound Opinions listeners are ready for a playlist refresh. This week, they dip into the wealth of great new music beyond the FM dial and play you some Buried Treasures. These artists might not be household names, but they're definitely worth adding to your collection. Plus, blues legend Bobby Rush shares the song that got him Hooked on Sonics. |
Nov 15, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#728 Songs About the Radio & Opinions on Michael Kiwanuka
00:56:26
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot both fondly remember discovering new bands on their FM dials; and though there are many ways find new music, there's still a bit of magic to hearing a new favorite over the airwaves. To honor that legacy, Jim and Greg share some of their favorite radio-inspired tracks by artists like Wall of Voodoo and Donna Summer. Plus Jim and Greg review Kiwanuka, the latest album from English soul-folk artist Michael Kiwanuka. |
Nov 08, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#727 Janis Joplin, Opinions on Kanye West & Neil Young and Crazy Horse
00:56:42
Janis Joplin was known for her iconic singing voice, gregarious image and refusal to conform. But behind her chill, blues mama persona was an intellectual, intentional artist. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the life and career of Janis Joplin with author and biographer Holly George-Warren. They talk about the legacy of Joplin's music and identity almost 50 years after her tragic death. Jim and Greg will also review new albums from Kanye West and Neil Young and Crazy Horse. |
Nov 01, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#726 Bands in Costume, Opinions on Battles & Farewell to Music Critic Nick Tosches
00:56:36
Rock and roll has never been purely about the music. The image a band puts forward can be almost as important as their songs. Some bands take it an extra step and make theatrical costumes an integral part of their act. In honor of Halloween, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite bands in costume. They also review the latest from rock band Battles and bid farewell to music journalist and biographer Nick Tosches. |
Oct 25, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#725 The Rolling Stones' Exile on Main St.
00:56:41
Though originally panned by many critics, the Rolling Stones' 1972 album Exile on Main St. is now considered a masterpiece. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot serve up a classic album dissection for the deeply influential recording. |
Oct 18, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#724 Songs We Love By Bands We Don't, Opinions on Nick Cave & Farewell to Ginger Baker & Kim Shattuck
00:56:30
Have you ever listened to a song and loved it, only to find out it’s by an artist you can’t stand? Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot will explore the concept of great songs by horrible artists and share a few of their favorites. Plus they'll review Ghosteen from Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds and pay tribute to drummer Ginger Baker and The Muffs' Kim Shattuck. |
Oct 11, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#723 Family Bands & Opinions on Wilco
00:56:46
The family that plays together, stays together, right? If you‘ve ever traveled in a van with your mother, father, sister or brother, you know it's not that easy. From Sister Sledge to The Cowsills, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of the great Family Bands that made it work. Plus, Jim and Greg review Ode To Joy, the latest album from alt-rock band Wilco. |
Oct 04, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#722 Fugazi's Repeater, Opinions on Psychedelic Country Artist Sturgill Simpson
00:56:30
Washington D.C. post-punk band Fugazi reshaped the definition of punk in America. Their 1990 debut album, Repeater, connected with a generation and eventually sold more than a million copies. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with founding member Ian MacKaye about the writing and recording of the album and its impact. Plus we review Sturgill Simpson's new album, Sound and Fury, and learn what song got a member of the band Dehd "Hooked on Sonics." |
Sep 27, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#721 Opinions on Tool, Lana Del Rey & More, Farewell to Ric Ocasek & Daniel Johnston
00:56:43
With an influx of new music, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot decide it's time for a review roundup. They share their opinions on records by Tool, Lana Del Rey, Common and more. They also pay tribute to the late Cars' frontman Ric Ocasek and solo artist Daniel Johnston. |
Sep 20, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#720 Buried Treasures & Peter Lewis of Moby Grape
00:56:12
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are always on the lookout for buried treasures - newly released music that is flying underneath the critical and commercial radar. They're back this week with some exciting new songs. Jim and Greg also talk with a member of a somewhat buried treasure act from the past, Peter Lewis of Moby Grape. They discuss ways the 1960s San Francisco group turned convention on its head and some of the bad luck that befell the band. |
Sep 13, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#719 James Alexander of the Bar-Kays & Favorite Bass Lines
00:56:28
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by legendary funk and R&B bassist James Alexander of the Bar-Kays. They discuss his early days as a pivotal part of the Stax Records house band in Memphis and the enduring legacy of 1971's Shaft Soundtrack, which featured the Bar-Kays as the backing band. Then, Jim and Greg share some of their favorite bass lines (as well as the songs' players). Bass players usually aren't the flashiest members of a band, but they're a pivotal part of its heartbeat. |
Sep 06, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#718 Whitney & Songs About Quitting Work
00:55:27
While critical and commercially successful “soft rock” music is rare in 2019, the Chicago band Whitney found a way to make it sound fresh and indie. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with the two main members of the band about how they came to their unique sound and their new album Forever Turned Around, released August 30th. |
Aug 30, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#717 Best Music Cameos & Opinions on Raphael Saadiq
00:56:42
Sometimes, all it takes for a song to go from good to great is the addition of a guest artist, whether it’s a rapper going in on the verse or a guitarist shredding a solo. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite musical cameos. They also review the latest from R&B singer Raphael Saadiq. |
Aug 23, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#716 The Mountain Goats, Opinions on Sleater-Kinney & The Regrettes
00:56:30
Over the course of 17 albums, The Mountain Goats have gone from a super lo-fi solo project to a polished four piece combo. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by the whole band for an exclusive performance and interview with songwriter John Darnielle and drummer Jon Wurster. They also review the new albums from Sleater-Kinney and The Regrettes. |
Aug 16, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#715 The Legend of Robert Johnson
00:56:28
For decades, the myths surrounding Robert Johnson overshadowed his contributions as a singer, songwriter and guitarist. From the legend that he sold his soul to the devil at the crossroads to mystery surrounding his untimely death at age 27, the truths of Johnson’s life have remained untold. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with music historian Bruce Conforth about Johnson’s career, death and working to give the guitarist his identity back. They also share some of their favorite covers of Johnson's songs. |
Aug 09, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#714 Why the Ramones Matter, Tommy Ramone & Opinions on Chance the Rapper
00:56:40
Back in the 1970s, punk was shorthand for a subculture that took pride in breaking the mainstream’s mold. And at the vanguard of punk rock was The Ramones. Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the cultural contributions of the band, beyond the myth, with the author of Why The Ramones Matter, Donna Gaines. Plus, they revisit their 2007 conversation with the late Tommy Ramone. They also review the latest from Chicago's Chance the Rapper. |
Aug 02, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#713 Australian Singer-Songwriter Julia Jacklin, Opinions on Blood Orange
00:56:43
While Australian singer-songwriter Julia Jacklin’s voice has a soft vibrato and sweet tone, her lyrics are laced with a dry sense of humor and unflinching honesty. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk to Julia about her new album, the pressure to appear perfect on social media and how as a performer and woman she sets boundaries to stay sane. She also gives a live performance at the Goose Island Tap Room in Chicago. |
Jul 26, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#712 Buried Treasures & Tasha
00:56:41
It's time again for hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to share their latest buried treasures: recently released, under-the-radar albums you need to hear! They'll also chat with Chicago singer, songwriter and guitarist Tasha about her music, which champions marginalized people as well as prioritizes topics like self care. |
Jul 19, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#711 Marvin Gaye's What's Going On & the Wah-Wah Pedal
00:56:17
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look back on Marvin Gaye's classic album What's Going On. They discuss the tracks, cultural climate and overarching themes of the 1971 album, many of which are more relevant than ever today. |
Jul 12, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#710 Neil Young & Crazy Horse's Rust Never Sleeps on its 40th Anniversary, the Rickenbacker 12-String Guitar
00:56:43
Forty years later, Neil Young and Crazy Horse's masterpiece Rust Never Sleeps still captivates listeners and critics with its simple melodies, complex lyrics and punk-inspired sound. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the album's impact and how Young's blend of acoustic and electric made for an iconic musical experience. They'll also discuss the electric Rickenbacker 12-String guitar, an instrument that was featured prominently in songs by bands ranging from the Beatles to the Byrds. |
Jul 05, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#709 Music That Made Me & the Universal Music Warehouse Fire
00:56:45
Most music lovers can point to a song that made them: perhaps one that helps define them, or just one of those songs that defines a time in their life. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of the music that made them. They also talk with music journalist Jody Rosen about his investigative article for The New York Times Magazine about the Universal Music Group Warehouse fire and the hundreds of thousands of master recordings that were lost. |
Jun 28, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#708 The Best Albums of 2019 So Far
00:56:41
So many great albums come out every year that hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot can’t wait until December to start ranking their favorites. This week, the Best Albums of 2019 So Far. |
Jun 21, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#707 Roky Erickson, Dr. John & Jim DeRogatis on R. Kelly
00:56:32
Roky Erickson and his group the 13th Floor Elevators spread the psychedelic gospel in the heart of Texas in the 1960s and influenced groups like R.E.M. and ZZ Top. After a tumultuous life that included a long battle with schizophrenia, Roky died last month at 71. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute this week on Sound Opinions. Plus, Greg interviews Jim about what he learned about the nature of music in 19 years of investigating R. Kelly and they say goodbye to Dr. John. |
Jun 14, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#706 Mavis Staples
00:56:44
As a member of her family group The Staple Singers and as a solo artist, Mavis Staples has used her huge voice to power the Civil Rights Movement and inspire generations. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their intimate discussion of her life and career as the gospel and soul legend approaches 80 years old. |
Jun 07, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#705 Buried Treasures & Ex Hex
00:56:38
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are ready and raring to go with some new buried treasures: recent, under-the-radar albums that you need to hear. They also talk with the rock trio Ex Hex, led by Mary Timony, about their new record, plus the group gives a live performance. |
May 31, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#704 De La Soul's 3 Feet High and Rising & Opinions on The National
00:56:36
In the digital age, most of us assume that every piece of music that ever was is available at the push of a button. But this week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot bring us a Classic Album Dissection of a recording that, despite its significance, is unavailable on digital platforms: De La Soul's 3 Feet High and Rising. They discuss the making of the groundbreaking hip-hop album, its importance, and why this classic is so hard to hear today. Plus, Jim and Greg review I Am Easy To Find, the latest album from indie rockers The National. |
May 24, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#703 Paisley Underground, The Shangri-Las' Leader of the Pack & Opinions on Tacocat
00:56:43
In early '80s California, a new kind of music was brewing that blended the psychedelic sounds of the ‘60s with the modern day post-punk ethos. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reflect on the Paisley Underground movement. They’ll discuss the prominent bands like The Bangles, explore what made the scene so special and explain its impact on indie rock. Jim and Greg will also look back at the 1964 hit by The Shangri-Las, "Leader of the Pack," for its 55th anniversary. Plus, they'll review the new record from the colorful Seattle punk band Tacocat. |
May 17, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#702 Sharon Van Etten & Opinions on Jamila Woods
00:56:44
Edgy folk-rocker Sharon Van Etten is busier than ever after quitting the music industry four years ago. Now she’s back and experimenting with new sounds, like the vintage synthesizer that lives in her New York City rehearsal space. Sharon joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for an interview and performance of music from her latest release, Remind Me Tomorrow. They also review the new record from Chicago singer and poet Jamila Woods. |
May 10, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#701 Band Reunions, Opinions on Vampire Weekend
00:56:42
Summer is coming…and that means a slew of music festivals and arena concerts around the country. Many bands hit the road for reunion tours, often times without all their original members. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore whether or not it’s sacrilegious to see a band missing its key original members. They’ll also share some of their favorite band reunions, ones that lived up to or even surpassed the originals. Plus, a review of the latest from Vampire Weekend. |
May 03, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#700 Sound Opinions in Space, Opinions on Lizzo & Emily King
00:56:40
For Sound Opinions' 700th episode, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are taking the show to outer space! They'll share some of their favorite songs about space in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Plus, Jim and Greg review Cuz I Love You, the latest from hip hop and r&b artist Lizzo, and pop/soul singer-songwriter Emily King talks about the song that got her Hooked on Sonics. |
Apr 26, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#699 Moby, Opinions on Nico Segal's Intellexual
00:56:09
Moby became the face of techno with the blockbuster success of his 1999 album Play. He’s since made several successful albums and put out his first memoir, Porcelain, in 2016. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their 2016 conversation with Moby in honor of his latest memoir, Then It Fell Apart.They also review the debut album from the group Intellexual, made up of frequent Chance the Rapper collaborators Nico Segal and Nate Fox. |
Apr 19, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#698 Buried Treasures, Rock Doctors, Opinions on Marvin Gaye
00:56:41
As music critics and connoisseurs, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot always have new under-the-radar tracks that you need to hear! This week, they’ll share some of their latest buried treasures. They'll also check in as the Rock Doctors to give some musical advice to a patient in need, as well as share their thoughts on the recent posthumous release by Marvin Gaye. |
Apr 12, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#697 Shoegaze & Opinions on Priests
00:56:27
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dive into "Shoegaze." In the late '80s and early '90s, this sound developed in the U.K. and was typified by lots of guitar, atmosphere and noise. But while the height of Shoegaze only lasted a few years, its influence looms large today. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new album from Priests and learn what song got David Bazan "Hooked on Sonics." |
Apr 05, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#696 True Crime Songs, Opinions on Jenny Lewis & Sara Romweber
00:56:01
There's a long tradition of blues and folk troubadours writing about subjects that are downright criminal. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk about true crime, or at least allegedly true crimes, that have been immortalized in song. Plus, a review of the latest from singer-songwriter Jenny Lewis, and a remembrance of drummer Sara Romweber. |
Mar 29, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#695 Alternative Country Singer-Songwriter Sarah Shook & SXSW 2019
00:56:30
Sarah Shook is an artist expertly bridging the worlds of punk grime and honky tonk played on sawdust floors. But it's her smart, pithy lyrics about love that grip listeners and don't let go. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with country singer-songwriter Sarah Shook about her musical journey, activism and her latest record, Years. Also, Greg will return from the South By Southwest music conference with a report on some of his new favorite bands. |
Mar 22, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#694 The Best of Sound Opinions Live & Hal Blaine
00:55:50
Over the years, Sound Opinions has seen many great performances from the talented artists and bands that appeared. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of the biggest performances ever on the show, including artists like Wilco, Common and Cheap Trick. They'll also bid farewell to legendary session drummer Hal Blaine, who died at age 90. |
Mar 15, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#693 Buried Treasures & Opinions on Chaka Khan & Solange
00:56:22
This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot unearth some Buried Treasures, musical gems that you may not have heard, but certainly should. Plus, the hosts review the latest releases from soul legend Chaka Khan and singer Solange. |
Mar 08, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#692 The Stooges' Fun House and Remembering Talk Talk's Mark Hollis
00:56:53
In a Classic Album Dissection, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot examine The Stooges' Fun House record from 1970. The album brought together garage rock, rhythm and blues and free jazz, setting a template for the punk revolution to come. Stooges guitarist Ron Asheton talks about the album as well as producer Don Gallucci, whose unorthodox studio technique is credited with capturing the singular sound of The Stooges. |
Mar 01, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#691 The Story of Blues Label Alligator Records & Conversation with Buddy Guy
00:56:37
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the history and legacy of the almost 50-year-old Chicago blues label, Alligator Records, with its founder Bruce Iglauer. They'll talk to him about his new book Bitten By the Blues: The Alligator Records Story and discuss some of the landmark artists who came through, from Koko Taylor to Albert Collins. Jim and Greg will also revisit an interview they did with Chicago blues legend Buddy Guy. |
Feb 22, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#690 Songs About Writers, Opinions on Bob Mould & Sneaks
00:56:39
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore literature’s influence on popular music and how famous scribes like Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde and more get name drops. They'll share some of their favorite songs about writers. They'll also review the latest from rocker Bob Mould and techno-indie artist Sneaks. |
Feb 15, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#689 Walk This Way: The Story of Run-DMC's Collaboration With Aerosmith, Opinions on Emily King
00:56:44
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Geoff Edgers about his 2019 book Walk This Way: Run-DMC, Aerosmith, and the Song that Changed American Music Forever. They discuss how Run-DMC's 1986 collaboration with Aerosmith came about and its impact. Plus, a review of soulful singer-songwriter Emily King's latest album, Scenery. |
Feb 08, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#688 Weird Instruments of Rock, Opinions on Maggie Rogers & Sharon Van Etten
00:56:43
Forget about the guitar, bass, and drums. This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore some of the weirder instruments of rock from the theremin to the ocarina to the cowbell. They'll also review new music from two singer-songwriters: the debut album from Maggie Rogers and the latest from Sharon Van Etten. |
Feb 01, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#687 Buried Treasures & Chicago Soul Band The O'My's
00:56:33
Looking for some exciting new music to augment your 2019 playlist? Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their latest Buried Treasures: favorite under-the-radar records that you need to hear! Plus, Jim and Greg are joined by the Chicago soul band The O'My's at the Goose Island Tap Room. The group's latest album, Tomorrow, pushes its soulful sound into fresh, forward-leaning territory. |
Jan 25, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#686 Revolver Cover Artist and Bassist Klaus Voormann, The Artist vs. the Art
00:56:21
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot sit down with artist and musician Klaus Voormann. Klaus shares his unique vantage point to rock and roll history: he designed the cover artwork for The Beatles’ album, Revolver, lived with George and Ringo and was a session bassist on many iconic albums in the 1970s including Imagine, All Things Must Pass and Plastic Ono Band. Also in the light of the recent R. Kelly docu-series, the hosts revisit their discussion about the artist vs. the art: whether art can be evaluated separately from the artist's ethics. |
Jan 18, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#685 Great Starts - Songs With Iconic Beginnings
00:56:37
Sometimes songs make a strong, memorable statement from the very first note. This week, to start off the new year, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share songs with iconic starts. |
Jan 11, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#684 Great Duets & Writer Malcolm Gladwell
00:56:18
There’s something about two performers, sometimes from different styles and points of view, coming together and creating a musical moment. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite duets. They'll also interview author Malcolm Gladwell and journalist Bruce Headlam from the Broken Record podcast. |
Jan 04, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
#683 Jim & Greg's 2018 Mixtapes & In Memoriam
00:56:35
Sound Opinions closes out 2018 with the year in song. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot present a mixtape of tracks that tell the story of the the past year. And we remember some of the many musicians who passed away in 2018. |
Dec 28, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#682 Rush & Paying Tribute to Pete Shelley of the Buzzcocks
00:56:22
Famous for its instrumental virtuosity and heady, sci-fi influenced lyrics, the Canadian prog-rock trio Rush has amassed an obsessive cult following. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of Rush join hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to discuss the band's remarkable 40 plus-year career. Jim and Greg will also say farewell to the leader of the punk band the Buzzcocks, Pete Shelley, who died earlier in December at age 63. |
Dec 21, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#681 Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular
00:56:39
Whether you've been naughty or nice, Sound Opinions has a new sack full of holiday music for you. Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome back record crate explorer and Christmas music aficionado Andy Cirzan for our annual Holiday Spectacular. This year, Andy celebrates his 30th season of hunting for Christmas music you'll hear nowhere else! |
Dec 14, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#680 The Best Albums of 2018
00:56:16
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite albums of 2018. They also hear picks from Sound Opinions producers and listeners. |
Dec 07, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#679 Singer-Songwriter Amanda Shires & Opinions on Anderson .Paak & Art Brut
00:56:35
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have a conversation with country singer-songwriter Amanda Shires at the Goose Island Tap Room in Chicago. They discuss her literary lyrics, her latest album To The Sunset and how becoming a mom has influenced her art. She'll also perform live. Jim and Greg will also review new albums from hip hop artist Anderson .Paak and indie rock band Art Brut. |
Nov 30, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#678 Astral Weeks 50th Anniversary & Guest Desert Island Jukebox
00:56:36
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot conduct an Album Dissection of Van Morrison's 1968 classic Astral Weeks. The landmark release celebrates its 50th anniversary this month. Then, we hear from recent Sound Opinions guests about their Desert Island Jukebox picks... Tracks they can't live without. |
Nov 23, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#677 Buried Treasures & Dad Rap
00:56:23
Looking for new music that's out of the mainstream? Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot uncover some buried treasures: recent releases that you need to hear! Plus, Jim and Greg talk with author Steven Hyden about the parallels between "Dad Rock" bands and "Dad Rap" stars. |
Nov 16, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#676 Lennon v. McCartney Solo Careers & Opinions on Vince Staples & Makaya McCraven
00:56:38
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the post-Beatles careers of John Lennon and Paul McCartney... The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new release from rapper Vince Staples and a hip-hop infused jazz album from drummer Makaya McCraven. |
Nov 09, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#675 21st Century Protest Music & Opinions on Robyn
00:56:49
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the impact of protest music in the 21st century and name a few of their favorite tracks from the genre from the last 18 years. They also review Robyn's new album, Honey, and Greg chooses a favorite song to add to the Desert Island Jukebox. |
Nov 02, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#674 Scary Songs For Halloween & Opinions on Greta Van Fleet
00:56:34
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate Halloween this week with a few of their favorite genre-spanning scary songs. Plus, we hear a selection of scary tunes nominated by listeners from around the country. They'll also give their opinions on the debut album from rock band Greta Van Fleet. |
Oct 26, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#673 Film & T.V. Music Supervisor Susan Jacobs, Opinions on Prince & Sam Phillips
00:56:44
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Emmy-winning music supervisor Susan Jacobs. Over her 30 year career, she's worked with directors like Spike Lee, David O. Russell and Robert Altman on placing music within movies. Most recently, she made the jump to television with HBO's Sharp Objects and Big Little Lies. Jim and Greg talk to Susan about the effects of great music on screen and how she convinced Led Zeppelin to let her expertly use the band's music in Sharp Objects. They'll also review new albums from Prince and singer-songwriter Sam Phillips. |
Oct 19, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#672 Buried Treasures & Beatles Audio Engineer Geoff Emerick
00:56:37
It's Buried Treasures time yet again. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some new under-the-radar music that you need to hear! Plus, they revisit their 2006 conversation with Geoff Emerick, an audio engineer who worked on the classic Beatles albums Revolver, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band and Abbey Road. Emerick passed away this month at the age of 72. |
Oct 12, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#671 Wayne Kramer of the MC5, Opinions on Noname & Otis Rush
00:56:44
As the lead guitarist of the groundbreaking political rock band the MC5, Wayne Kramer experienced both the highs of recognition and the sting of defeat. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Kramer 50 years after the band's iconic debut Kick Out the Jams. They chat about his new memoir, the '60s Detroit rock scene and discuss his experiences with overcoming drug abuse and jail time. Jim and Greg will also review the new album from hip hop artist Noname and pay tribute to the late Chicago blues legend Otis Rush. |
Oct 05, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#670 Diss Tracks & Rock Doctors
00:56:46
Though music can be a mighty force that brings people together, it can also be weaponized. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look at memorable times musicians have used their art to settle scores in song: their favorite diss tracks of all time. They also bring back the Rock Doctors segment to help a mom find songs that empower her son without toxic masculinity. Basically the polar opposite of diss tracks. |
Sep 28, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#669 Dessa & Opinions on Paul McCartney
00:56:46
Dessa is a poet, singer and hip hop artist who is as interested in scientific theory as she is in lyricism. Her latest album, Chime, showcases her unique hybrid of clever rapping and singing about sometimes weighty issues. Dessa joined hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot at the Goose Island Tap Room for a conversation and a live performance. Plus, Jim and Greg review Sir Paul McCartney's latest, Egypt Station. |
Sep 21, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#668 Disco & Seymour Stein
00:56:43
For decades, people have maligned disco music. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take an in-depth look at the genre from its origins in marginalized communities to its height of popularity. They'll also explore groundbreaking artists like Sylvester, the Bee Gees and more. Also, Greg talks to Sire Records co-founder Seymour Stein about signing acts like the Ramones and Madonna. |
Sep 14, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#667 Buried Treasures & Bat Fangs
00:56:30
Looking for new music that's out of the mainstream? Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot uncover some buried treasures: under the radar tunes that you need to hear! They also interview the '80s hair metal-inspired band Bat Fangs. |
Sep 07, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#666 Mastodon's Brann Dailor & Songs About the Devil
00:56:37
Over seven albums and 18 years, Mastodon has stretched the definition of metal. Co-founder, drummer and lyricist Brann Dailor recently joined hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to look back over the band’s career. The conversation ranges from forming in Atlanta to coping with personal tragedy through music. They also couldn’t resist asking how the heck they wound up as wildlings on Game of Thrones. Plus, Jim and Greg share a few of their favorite songs about the devil. |
Aug 31, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#665 Billions Co-Creator & Screenwriter Brian Koppelman, Opinions on The Coup & Amanda Shires
00:56:44
Brian Koppelman makes his living as the showrunner, co-creator and writer for the Showtime series Billions. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Koppelman about how he innovatively uses music in the critically acclaimed show. They also discuss his past career as an A&R executive, where he discovered artists like singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman. They'll also review the soundtrack to the critically acclaimed film Sorry to Bother You and the new release from country artist Amanda Shires. |
Aug 24, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#664 Remembering Aretha Franklin
00:56:48
The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, has died at age 76. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate the life and career of the legend. They'll discuss her discography, music activism and impact. |
Aug 17, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#663 Roxy Music
00:56:49
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig into Roxy Music's influential 1972 self-titled debut album. They get the inside story of the recording of Roxy Music with former Roxy Music guitarist Phil Manzanera, and discuss the album's lasting impact. |
Aug 10, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#662 Sound Opinions at Sea & Phoebe Bridgers
00:56:42
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take the show to the water with the episode Sound Opinions at Sea! They'll share some of their favorite songs about oceans, seas and more! Plus, a conversation and live performance at the Goose Island Tap Room in Chicago with singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers. |
Aug 03, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#661 Alice Cooper, Opinions on Chance the Rapper & Deafheaven
00:55:43
Alice Cooper invented shock-rock in the 1970s, sparking controversy with his ghoulishly theatrical live shows and hard rock hits like "School's Out" and "I'm Eighteen." Alice Cooper joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a career-spanning conversation. They'll also review new music from Chance the Rapper and Deafheaven. |
Jul 27, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#660 PJ Morton & Opinions on Drake
00:56:44
PJ Morton is an indie soul artist that just happens to be in Maroon 5, one of the biggest pop groups in the country. But his solo sound is light years away from Top 40 R&B, blending his New Orleans gospel roots with strains of Stevie Wonder. PJ joins Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and performance. Plus, Jim and Greg discuss the cultural zeitgeist which is rapper Drake's latest album. |
Jul 20, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#659 Buried Treasures & MSNBC's Ari Melber
00:56:30
It's time yet again for Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to open their treasure chests and reveal relatively unknown new albums YOU need to hear! They'll also talk to the host of MSNBC's The Beat, Ari Melber, about his love for rap music and how he integrates it into his political coverage. |
Jul 13, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#658 Sound Opinions LIVE
00:56:45
So many talented musicians perform on Sound Opinions, but we don't always have time to air every song. Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite never-before-heard live performances from artists like Beach Slang and Arcade Fire. Plus, they unearth even more favorite performances from our archive. |
Jul 06, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#657 Best Albums of 2018 So Far
00:56:36
The year is half over and we think it's time to share some of our favorite albums of 2018 so far! Find out what albums hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have at the top of their lists, plus hear from some listeners. |
Jun 29, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#656 Hinds & Opinions on Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Parquet Courts & More
00:56:23
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with two members of the Spanish women rock band Hinds about their unique take on punk rock and how they've reached fans in America and the U.K. Also, with an influx of new releases, it’s time for a review round-up! Jim and Greg give their opinions on new albums from Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Neko Case and Parquet Courts. |
Jun 22, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#655 Margo Price & Anthony Bourdain
00:56:51
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by country singer-songwriter Margo Price. Price is signed to Jack White's Third Man Records, and her sound is a blend of outlaw country and roots music. A natural born storyteller, Price joined the hosts for an interview and performance. Plus, Jim and Greg revisit their interview with world traveler and chef Anthony Bourdain, who we lost recently. He was 61. |
Jun 15, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#654 Joni Mitchell's Blue
00:56:43
Almost 50 years ago, singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell released what became her signature album, Blue. The record is full of complex lyrics, gorgeous guitar and deeply personal themes. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a classic album dissection of Blue, sharing the context of the record, exploring its lasting impact and looking in depth at its impressive track list. |
Jun 08, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#653 Anxious Anthems & Leon Bridges
00:56:42
Forget “Keep Calm and Carry On.” This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot play their favorite Anxious Anthems. Then, they chat with some listeners to hear what songs make them nervous. Plus, the hosts sit down with soul singer Leon Bridges. Leon's latest album, Good Thing, marks his transition into an adventurous new sound. Support Sound Opinions: soundopinions.org/support |
Jun 01, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#652 Give the Drummer Some
00:56:36
What role do drums play in Rock? Should that be keeping the beat or leading from the front? Who are some of the greatest drummers in rock music? The beat goes on as Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot focus on the contributions of drummers to rock music with drummer Joe Wong. Wong also hosts a podcast on drummers called The Trap Set. Support Sound Opinions: soundopinions.org/support |
May 25, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#651 John Prine, Opinions on Courtney Barnett & Scott Hutchison
00:56:43
For the last 50 years, John Prine has garnered a multi-generational fan base through his nuanced storytelling as a songwriter and performer. The balance of humor, plain language and reality in his music is what makes him stand out in the genres of folk, country and beyond. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk to Prine about starting his own independent label, working with Phil Spector and his writing process. Plus, the hosts review the latest album from Courtney Barnett and pay tribute to the late Scott Hutchison of Frightened Rabbit. Support Sound Opinions: soundopinions.org/support |
May 18, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#650 Buried Treasures & Guest Desert Island Jukebox
00:56:33
Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dive into their piles and piles of new music to bring you their latest favorites. Plus, some of our favorite musicians tell us about the songs they'd want with them if they were stranded on a desert island. Support Sound Opinions: soundopinions.org/support |
May 11, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#649 Slayer, Opinions on Janelle Monáe & Liz Phair
00:56:15
With Slayer's farewell tour approaching, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their interview with two members of the iconic thrash metal band - drummer Dave Lombardo and guitarist Kerry King. They discuss their signature breakneck song pace, favorite moments in the group and working with hip hop producer Rick Rubin. They'll also review the new album from Janelle Monáe and review Liz Phair's Exile in Guyville for its 25th anniversary. |
May 04, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#648 Songs About Horses, Opinions on Lucy Dacus & Torres
00:56:21
And they're off! In honor of the Kentucky Derby, it seemed like the perfect time to explore a relatively common theme in music - horses. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss why these majestic animals cross genres from soul to rock and roll. They’ll also share some of their favorite tracks about stallions, mares, ponies and more. Plus, they'll review the sophomore album from indie singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus and artist Torres shares what song got her Hooked on Sonics. |
Apr 27, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#647 Jason Isbell & Opinions on Cardi B
00:56:26
For country singer/songwriter Jason Isbell's latest record, "The Nashville Sound," he wrote about his role as a father and an artist in today's America. It ended up being his most political album yet, addressing issues like white privilege and working class frustrations. Jason joins Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to talk about songwriting, ethics, sobriety, and performs a special acoustic set. Plus, the hosts review the debut studio album from rap sensation Cardi B. |
Apr 20, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#646 The Legend of Captain Beefheart, Opinions on Kacey Musgraves & Sarah Shook
00:56:25
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the legend of Captain Beefheart, a musician with a larger-than-life personality who blurred the lines of music, art and noise. Also, they talk with longtime Captain Beefheart collaborator Gary Lucas and share their thoughts on why Beefheart's music, however difficult, is of value. Plus, the hosts review new albums from country artists Kacey Musgraves and Sarah Shook. |
Apr 13, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#645 The Regrettes, Buried Treasures & Frank Turner
00:56:44
The Regrettes are a young band that blends 1960s girl group sensibilities with the edge of Bikini Kill. Their debut album, Feel Your Feelings, Fool! was a Best of 2017 pick for both Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot. The Regrettes joined Greg for a performance and conversation. Also, Jim and Greg share more of their buried treasures- bands flying under the radar that you need to hear! Plus, Frank Turner on the song that got him Hooked on Sonics. |
Apr 06, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#644 Exile on Main St.
00:56:23
Though originally panned by many critics, the Rolling Stones' 1972 album Exile on Main St. is now considered a masterpiece. Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot serve up a classic album dissection for the deeply influential recording. |
Mar 30, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#643 SXSW 2018
00:55:39
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot make their annual pilgrimage to the South By Southwest music conference in Austin, Texas. They'll report on some of their new favorite bands that music lovers need to hear. |
Mar 23, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#642 Songs About the Music Industry & Antibalas
00:56:21
What happens when artists take a look inward at the music business? Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot play the best Songs About the Music Industry. Then, they sit down with the dynamic Antibalas! |
Mar 16, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#641 Buried Treasures & A Giant Dog
00:56:18
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig up some buried treasures - albums that aren't yet in the mainstream but that deserve some more attention. Plus, cult rock outfit A Giant Dog join them for an interview and performance. |
Mar 09, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#640 Best Movie Soundtracks Pt. 2 & Opinions on the Black Panther Soundtrack
00:56:24
A film's soundtrack can be as memorable as its visuals. So as this awards season winds down, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pick some of their favorite film soundtracks. Plus, they'll review the soundtrack to the movie Black Panther, and we hear about what got latin electronic artist Helado Negro into music. |
Mar 02, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#639 Don Was, Opinions on Superchunk & Dessa
00:56:28
Don Was is a bassist in the band Was (Not Was), a successful music producer for artists like The Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan, and the president of legendary jazz label Blue Note Records. This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pick the brain of the multi-talented Don Was about his influences, what he looks for in an artist and what he loves about music. Plus, Jim and Greg review new albums from indie rock band Superchunk and rapper Dessa. |
Feb 23, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#638 Sir the Baptist & Opinions on MGMT
00:56:26
In many ways, Chicago artist and producer Sir the Baptist is a chaplain in the R&B scene. He creates hip hop infused music that bridges the gap between his gospel roots and the world around him. Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk to Sir about making music with a message, plus he performs in studio with a 10-piece band. Jim and Greg will also review the new album from MGMT. |
Feb 16, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#637 "I Want You Back" Songs for Valentine's Day & Opinions on Justin Timberlake
00:56:36
When candy, flowers, and love notes fail to woo your sweetie back, there's only one thing left to do: stake out under a window, hold up that boom box and blast an “I Want You Back” song. This Valentine’s Day, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot present their favorite pleading songs. Plus, they'll review the new album from Justin Timberlake. |
Feb 09, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#636 Cover Songs, Opinions on First Aid Kit & Mark E. Smith
00:56:21
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk to author Ray Padgett about his book Cover Me: The Stories Behind the Greatest Cover Songs of All Time. They discuss the roots of the term "cover" and dig into the surprising stories behind some of rock's most notable examples, from Elvis's rendition of "Hound Dog" to the Feelies doing the Rolling Stones. Plus, Jim and Greg share a few of their favorite cover songs. Plus, a review of Swedish folk duo First Aid Kit and a remembrance of Mark E. Smith of The Fall. |
Feb 02, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#635 Vic Mensa, Opinions on tUnE-yArDs, Dolores O'Riordan & Hugh Masekela
00:56:37
On his debut record, The Autobiography, Vic Mensa raps about his life growing up on the South Side of Chicago. With a confessional tone, he explores topics like community, violence, drugs, and racism. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Mensa about his influences, his struggles and the experience of growing up “five blocks from the projects and five blocks from Obama’s house." Plus, they review the latest album from tUnE-yArDs and Jim pays tribute to the late Dolores O'Riordan of The Cranberries and Greg bids farewell to South African jazz legend Hugh Masekela. |
Jan 26, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#634 New Wave & Alison Moyet
00:59:00
Jim and Greg talk to Lori Majewski about her book "Mad World: An Oral History of New Wave Artists and the Songs That Defined the 1980s", co-written with Jonathan Bernstein. In it, the authors reveal why New Wave caught on so strongly with pop fans and the media, especially post-punk in the U.K. Plus, an interview with Alison Moyet, an English singer-songwriter that came up in the New Wave scene, and is still making waves musically. |
Jan 19, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#633 Iron & Wine and Opinions on Jeff Rosenstock
00:56:09
Sam Beam has been releasing his signature indie folk records under the moniker Iron & Wine for over 15 years. His 2017 effort, Beast Epic, returns to his stripped down, acoustic roots. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview Sam Beam at the Goose Island Barrelhouse and they talk about his sound, collaborations and fatherhood. He also delivers a performance in front of a live audience. Plus, a review of the new album by punk rocker Jeff Rosenstock. |
Jan 12, 2018 | ||||||||||||||||
#632 Alex Cox & Opinions on N.E.R.D.
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