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In this bonus episode Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of Jimmy Buffett, who recently died. However, it's not a Buffett original he's adding.
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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," almost 60 years later. Plus, they'll review the new record from The Hives.
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Featured Songs:
Rain Parade, "What's She Done to Your Mind," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
The Hives, "Bogus Operandi," The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, Disques Hives, 2023
The Hives, "Trapdoor Solution," The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, Disques Hives, 2023
The Hives, "Countdown to Shutdown," The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, Disques Hives, 2023
The Hives, "What Did I Ever Do to You?," The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, Disques Hives, 2023
Rain Parade, "What's She Done to Your Mind," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983
Green on Red, "Sixteen Ways," Gas Food Lodging, Enigma, 1985
The Beatles, "Tomorrow Never Knows," Revolver, Parlophone, 1966
X, "Los Angeles," Los Angeles, Slash, 1980
Rainy Day, "I'll Keep It with Mine," Rainy Day, Llama, 1984
Rainy Day, "Sloop John B," Rainy Day, Llama, 1984
Tony Conrad and Faust, "The Side of the Machine," Outside the Dream Syndicate, Caroline, 1973
The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Sunday Morning," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967
The Dream Syndicate, "The Days of Wine and Roses," The Days of Wine & Roses, Ruby/Slash, 1982
Rain Parade, "Talking In My Sleep," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983
Rain Parade, "This Can't Be Today," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983
Rain Parade, "Kaleidoscope," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983
Rain Parade, "Look at Merri," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983
Mazzy Star, "Fade into You," So Tonight That I Might See, Capitol, 1993
The Bangles, "Going Down to Liverpool," All Over the Place, Columbia, 1984
The Mamas & the Papas, "California Dreamin'," If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears, Dunhill, 1966
The Bangles, "Dover Beach," All Over the Place, Columbia, 1984
The Bangles, "In a Different Light," Different Light, Columbia, 1986
The Bangs, "Getting Out of Hand," Getting Out of Hand (Single), Downkiddle, 1981
The Bangles, "Walk Like an Egyptian," Different Light, Columbia, 1986
The Bangles, "Hero Takes a Fall," All Over the Place, Columbia, 1984
The Bangles, "Manic Monday," Different Light, Columbia, 1986
The Three O'Clock, "When Lightning Starts," Sixteen Tambourines, Frontier, 1983
The Three O'Clock, "Her Head's Revolving," Arrive Without Travelling, I.R.S., 1985
The Three O'Clock, "On Paper," Vermillion, Paisley Park, 1988
Rain Parade, "As Real As Real," 3 x 4: The Bangles, The Three O'Clock, The Dream Syndicate, Rain Parade, Yep Roc, 2019
The Dream Syndicate, "Hero Takes a Fall," 3 x 4: The Bangles, The Three O'Clock, The Dream Syndicate, Rain Parade, Yep Roc, 2019
The Chills, "Kaleidoscope World," Kaleidoscope World, Flying Nun, 1986
The Verlaines, "Death and the Maiden," Juvenilia, Flying Nun, 1987
Echo & the Bunnymen, "Bring On the Dancing Horses," Songs to Learn & Sing, Sire, 1985
Mercury Rev, "Car Wash Hair (Full Pull)," Yerself Is Steam, Columbia, 1991
Slowdive, "Alison," Souvlaki, Creation, 1993
Tacocat, "Grains of Salt," This Mess Is A Place, Sub Pop, 2019
The Shangri-Las, "Leader of the Pack," Leader of the Park (Single), Red Bird, 1964
Twisted Sister, "Leader of the Pack," Come Out and Play, Atlantic, 1985
Best Coast, "Boyfriend," Crazy For You, Mexican Summer, 2010
Juice Newton, "Angel of the Morning," Juice, Capitol, 1981
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he guarantees will conjure a conga line or he'll "eat his hat."
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs about work in honor of Labor Day. They also review the new album from Big Freedia and add a song to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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Featured Songs:
Donna Summer, "She Works Hard For the Money," She Works Hard for the Money, Mercury, 1983
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Big Freedia, "Gin In My System," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023
Big Freedia, "Booty Like A Drummer," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023
Big Freedia, "Life Lessons," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023
Big Freedia, "Pepto Interlude," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023
Mitski, "Working for the Knife," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022
Margo Price, "Pay Gap," All American Made, Third Man, 2017
Dolly Parton, "9 To 5," 9 to 5 and Odd Jobs, RCA Victor, 1980
The Animals, "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place," Animal Tracks, MGM, 1965
John Lennon, "Working Class Hero," John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, Apple, 1970
Van Morrison, "Cleaning Windows," Beautiful Vision, Mercury, 1982
Rhymefest, "Good Ass Job," Rhymefest Presents Raw Dawg, Self Released, 2001
Sam Cooke, "Chain Gang," Swing Low, RCA Victor, 1961
R.E.M., "Finest Worksong," Document, I.R.S., 1987
The Clash, "Career Opportunities," The Clash, CBS, 1977
Bob Marley & The Wailers, "Night Shift," Rastaman Vibration, Island, 1976
Lou Reed, "Don't Talk To Me About Work," Legendary Hearts, RCA , 1983
The Jam, "Smithers Jones," When We're Young (Single), Polydor, 1979
Flaming Lips, "Bad Days," Clouds Taste Metallic, Warner Bros, 1995
Al Green, "Perfect Day," Perfect Day (Single), Fat Possum, 2023
Lou Reed , "Perfect Day," Transformer, RCA, 1972
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In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Sixto Rodriguez, the Detroit musician and subject of the Oscar-winning "Searching for Sugarman" documentary. Rodriguez died in August at age 81.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with journalist and author Lior Phillips about the rich and vibrant popular music of South Africa.
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Featured Songs:
Black Coffee, "Izizwe (feat. Busi Mhlongo)," Have Another One, Universal, 2007
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Solomon Linda’s Evening Birds, "Mbube," Mbube (Single), Gallotone, 1939
Miriam Makeba, "Pata Pata," Pata Pata, Reprise, 1967
Ladysmith Black Mambazo, "Nomathemba," Amabutho, Gallo, 1973
Juluka, "Scatterlings of Africa," Scatterlings, Warner Bros., 1982
Brenda Fassie, "Vuli Ndlela," Memeza, CCP, 1997
Dolly Parton, "9 To 5," 9 to 5 and Odd Jobs, RCA Victor, 1980
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a cover of a song by Robyn Hitchcock to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some new music that’s flying underneath the mainstream radar - buried treasures! They’ll also hear selections from their production staff and bid farewell to Robbie Robertson of The Band.
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Featured Songs:
Split System, "Alone Again," Alone Again (Single), Goner, 2023
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
The Band, "The Weight," Music From Big Pink, Capitol, 1968
Bob Dylan, "Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues," Highway 61 Revisited, Columbia , 1965
The Band, "Tears of Rage," Music From Big Pink, Capitol, 1968
RVG, "Midnight Sun," Brain Worms, Fire, 2023
The Rain Parade, "Last Rays of a Dying Sun," Last Rays of a Dying Sun, Flatiron, 2023
Laufey, "From The Start," Bewitched, AWAL, 2023
Bonny Doon, "Let There Be Music," Let There Be Music, ANTI-, 2023
Khazali, "Magic," Magic (Single), Khazaliverse, 2023
Frankie and the Witch Fingers, "Mild Davis," Data Doom, Greenway, 2023
Bdrmm, "It's Just a Bit of Blood," I Don't Know, Rock Action, 2023
Santa Chiara, "Visa," Imported, Kill Rock Stars, 2023
Fightmaster, "Bad Man," Bad Man (Single), Fightmaster Industries, 2023
Poison Ruïn, "Pinnacle of Ecstasy," Härvest, Relapse, 2023
boice, "The Wound Collector," Nevermind the Hardships, Rattlecat Entertainment, 2022
The Clientele, "Blue Over Blue," I Am Not There Anymore, Merge, 2023
Special Interest, "Disco 1.5," Disco 1.5 (Single), Rough Trade, 2023
Spiritual Camp, "Nah, That Ain't It," Nah, That Ain't It (Single), Blue Grape, 2023
Solomon Linda’s Evening Birds, "Mbube," Mbube (Single), Gallotone, 1939
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In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Robbie Robertson of The Band, who died recently at the age of 80.
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In the largely white landscape of ‘80s and ‘90s rock, Living Colour stood out with their electrifying riffs, genre blending sound and political lyrics. Decades later, professor and author Kimberly Mack talks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about her recent book on Living Colour’s impact on rock music and culture as a whole. The hosts also review new albums from Blur and Claud.
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Featured Songs:
Living Colour, "Cult of Personality," Vivid, Epic, 1988
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Blur, "St. Charles Square," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023
Blur, "The Narcissist," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023
Blur, "The Heights," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023
Blur, "The Ballad," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023
Claud, "A Good Thing," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023
Claud, "The Moving On," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023
Claud, "Crumbs," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023
Claud, "Every Fucking Time," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023
Claud, "Wet," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023
Living Colour, "Love Rears It's Ugly Head," Time's Up, Epic, 1990
Living Colour, "Solace Of You," Time's Up, Epic, 1990
Living Colour, "Time's Up," Time's Up, Epic, 1990
Living Colour, "Pride," Time's Up, Epic, 1990
Living Colour, "This Is the Life," Time's Up, Epic, 1990
Living Colour, "Information Overload," Time's Up, Epic, 1990
RVG, "Midnight Sun," Brain Worms, Fire, 2023
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds two songs to the Desert Island Jukebox from the "most strange and surreal" story he's ever shared. Greg is skeptical of one of the people involved in the story.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot bid farewell to the late singer, songwriter and activist Sinéad O’Connor, who recently died at age 56. Jim and Greg are longtime fans of both O’Connor’s music and her devotion to speaking truth to power, even when the world felt like it was against her. The hosts revisit their interview with documentarian Kathryn Ferguson about her 2022 film Nothing Compares, plus they share some of their favorite Sinéad tracks.
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Featured Songs:
Sinéad O'Connor, "Nothing Compares 2 U," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Sinéad O'Connor, "Horse on the Highway (demo)," n/a, n/a, 2020
Sinéad O'Connor, "Trouble Will Soon Be Over," God Don't Never Change: The Songs of Blind Willie Johnson, Alligator, 2016
Sinéad O'Connor, "Last Day of Our Acquaintance," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990
Sinéad O'Connor, "Mandinka," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987
Sinéad O'Connor, "I Am Stretched on Your Grave," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990
Sinéad O'Connor, "Thank You For Hearing Me," Universal Mother, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1994
Sinéad O'Connor, "Marcus Garvey," Throw Down Your Arms, Chocolate and Vanilla, 2005
Sinéad O'Connor, "Jackie," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987
Sinéad O'Connor, "Peggy Gordon," Sean-Nós Nua, Vanguard, 2002
Sinéad O'Connor, "This Is a Rebel Song," Gospel Oak EP, Chrysalis, 1997
Living Colour, "Cult of Personality," Vivid, Epic, 1988
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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a 64 year-old, who is now being hailed as a folk hero.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview author Mark Guarino about his new book, "Country and Midwestern," which details Chicago's role in the development of country music. The hosts also review the new album from PJ Harvey.
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Featured Songs:
Wilco, "Falling Apart (Right Now)," Cruel Country, Legacy, 2022
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
PJ Harvey, "Prayer at the Gate," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023
PJ Harvey, "I Inside the Old I Dying," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023
PJ Harvey, "Lwonesome Tonight," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023
Robbie Fulks, "We Live A Long Time To Get Old," 13 Hillbilly Giants, Bloodshot, 2001
Win Stracke, "El-A-Noy," Songs of Old Town, Flair, 1968
John Prine, "A Good Time," Sweet Revenge, Atlantic, 1973
Wilco, "Cruel Country," Cruel Country, Legacy, 2022
Mekons, "Sin City," Honky Tonkin', Sin, 1987
Sundowners, "Sidewalks of Chicago," Chicago Country Legends, Bloodshot, 2003
Dolly Varden, "Not Ashamed," Mouthful of Lies, Mid-Fi, 1995
The Blacks, "Why Drunky," Down To The Promised Land - 5 Years Of Bloodshot Records, Bloodshot, 2000
Tony Bennett, "(I Left My Heart) in San Francisco," I Left My Heart in San Francisco, Columbia, 1962
Tony Bennett and Amy Winehouse, "Body and Soul," Duets II, Columbia, 2011
Living Colour, "Cult of Personality," Vivid, Epic, 1988
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In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to singer and actress Jane Birkin, who died in July at age 76.
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Bill Withers is beloved for writing classics like Lean On Me, but Greg Kot has long contended that Withers’ best album is Live at Carnegie Hall. This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot honor Withers’ life by doing a classic album dissection on that record and review the latest album from Anohni and the Johnsons.
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Featured Songs:
Bill Withers, "Use Me (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Anohni and the Johnsons, "It Must Change," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023
Anohni and the Johnsons, "Scapegoat," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023
Anohni and the Johnsons, "You Be Free," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023
Anohni and the Johnsons, "Sliver Of Ice," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023
Bill Withers, "Lean On Me (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973
Lou Rawls, "St. James Infirmary," Live, Capitol, 1966
Bill Withers, "Three Nights and a Morning," Three Nights and a Morning (Single), Lotus, 1967
Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band, "Express Yourself," Express Yourself, Warner Bros, 1970
Bill Withers, "Harlem," Just As I Am, Sussex, 1971
Bill Withers, "Ain't No Sunshine," Just As I Am, Sussex, 1971
Bill Withers, "Use Me," Still Bill, Sussex, 1972
Grace Jones, "Use Me," Nightclubbing, Island, 1981
Liza Minnelli, "Use Me," The Singer, CBS, 1973
Bill Withers, "I Can't Write Left-Handed (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973
Bill Withers, "Friend of Mine (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973
Bill Withers, "Grandma's Hand (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973
Bill Withers, "Harlem/Cold Baloney," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973
Lauryn Hill, "The Mystery of Iniquity," MTV Unplugged 2.0, Columbia, 2002
Bill Withers, "Ain't No Sunshine (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973
Merle Haggard and the Strangers, "Sidewalks of Chicago," Hag, Capitol, 1971
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In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Blackie Onassis of Urge Overkill (aka John Rowan), who recently died at age 57.
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The year 2023 is more than halfway over, and there has already been a plethora of exciting, inspired and relevant new releases. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite albums of 2023 so far.
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Featured Songs:
Boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Wesley Joseph, "COLD SUMMER," GLOW, Secretly Canadian, 2023
Avalon Emerson, "Sandrail Silhouette," & The Charm, Another Dove, 2023
Tombstones In Their Eyes, "Life," Sea of Sorrow, Kitten Robot, 2023
Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023
Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023
Durand Jones, "I Want You," Wait Til I Get Over, Dead Oceans, 2023
Bully, "Days Move Slow," Lucky for You, Sub Pop, 2023
Kelela, "Happy Ending," Raven, Warp, 2023
Louise Post, "Don't Give Up," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023
Wednesday, "Quarry," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023
Jason Isbell, "Save The World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
Billy Woods and Kenny Segal, "Soundcheck (feat. Quelle Chris)," Maps, Backwoodz, 2023
Bill Withers, "Use Me (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973
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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a feminist song from Astrud Gilberto to the Desert Island Jukebox. Gilberto died in June at age 83.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late Cynthia Weil, one half of the songwriting duo Mann & Weil, famous for writing tracks like “We Gotta Get Out of This Place” and “You’ve Lost that Lovin’ Feeling.” Jim and Greg revisit their 2011 conversation. The hosts also talk to Ryan Tedder of One Republic about writing songs for himself, Beyoncé, Adele and more. Plus, a review of the new album from rapper Killer Mike.
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Featured Songs:
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Killer Mike, "SLUMMER," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023
Killer Mike, "MOTHERLESS," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023
Killer Mike, "DOWN BY LAW," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023
Killer Mike, "SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS (feat. Future & Eryn Allen Kane)," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023
Cass Elliot, "Make Your Own Kind of Music," Bubblegum, Lemonade &... Something for Mama, Dunhill, 1969
Barry Mann, "Who Put the Bomp (in the Bomp, Bomp, Bomp)," Who Put The Bomp, ABC-Paramount, 1961
Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Devil or Angel, Weton, 1960
The Drifters, "Saturday Night at the Movies," The Good Life With The Drifters, Atlantic, 1963
Tony Orlando, "Happy Times Are Here to Stay," Bless You and 11 Other Great Hits, Epic, 1961
The Righteous Brothers, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin', Philles, 1964
The Crystals, "Uptown," Twist Uptown, Philles, 1962
Eydie Gormé, "Blame It on the Bossa Nova," Blame It on the Bossa Nova, Columbia, 1963
The Cookies, "On Broadway," The Complete Cookies, Sequel, 1963
The Drifters, "On Broadway," Under The Boardwalk, Atlantic, 1963
Barry Mann, "Soul and Inspiration," Soul and Inspiration (Single), Unreleased, 1966
Barry Mann, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place [Original Demo]," Red Bird Story, Snapper UK, 2011
The Animals, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place ," Animal Tracks, EMI, 1965
Dolly Parton, "Here You Come Again," Here You Come Again, RCA, 1977
OneRepublic, "Love Runs Out," Native, Interscope, 2013
Timbaland (feat. OneRepublic), "Apologize," Shock Value, Blackground, 2007
Leona Lewis, "Bleeding Love," Spirit, Syco, 2007
Beyoncé, "Halo," I Am... Sasha Fierce, Columbia, 2008
Adele, "Turning Tables," 21, Columbia, 2011
Taylor Swift, "Welcome to New York," 1989, Big Machine, 2014
OneRepublic, "Counting Stars," Native, Interscope, 2013
Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, "Miles," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
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In this bonus episode producer Alex Claiborne reviews the recent Boygenius concert she attended at the Re:SET Fest in Chicago.
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This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a classic album dissection of the best-selling album of 1973, War’s “The World Is a Ghetto.” They talk with effusive frontman Lonnie Jordan about the writing and recording of the record, and about wild stories back in the day. Plus, the hosts review new music from Janelle Monáe and Jenny Lewis.
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Featured Songs:
War, "The World Is a Ghetto," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Janelle Monáe, "Float (feat. Seun Kuti & Egypt 80')," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023
Janelle Monáe, "Lipstick Lover," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023
Janelle Monáe, "Haute," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023
Janelle Monáe, "Oooh La La (feat. Grace Jones)," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023
Jenny Lewis, "Puppy and a Truck," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023
Jenny Lewis, "Psychos," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023
Jenny Lewis, "Giddy Up," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023
Jenny Lewis, "Essence of Life," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023
Jenny Lewis, "Joy'All," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023
War, "Spill the Wine," Eric Burdon Declares "War", MGM, 1970
War, "City, Country, City," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972
War, "Low Rider," Why Can't We Be Friends?, United Artists, 1975
War, "The Cisco Kid," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972
War, "Where Was You At," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972
War, "So," Why Can't We Be Friends?, United Artists, 1975
The Righteous Brothers, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin', Philles, 1965
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In this bonus episode, Professor Timothy McKenry shares his research into why music listeners seek out less new music as they age. This conversation began on full episode 917.
Read the full article here.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with director Lisa Cortés about her documentary, "Little Richard: I Am Everything." The film is full of electrifying live footage of the rock and roll architect throughout his career. They also talk with Professor Timothy McKenry about his research into why people listen to less new music as they age.
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Featured Songs:
Little Richard, "A Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On," Little Richard Is Back (And There's a Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On!), Vee-Jay, 1964
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Little Richard, "Tutti Frutti," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957
Little Richard, "Keep a Knockin'," Little Richard, Specialty, 1958
Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971
Little Richard, "It's Real," The King of Gospel Singers, Mercury, 1961
Little Richard, "Rip It Up," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957
War, "The World Is a Ghetto," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972
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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song by a criminally underrated songwriter's lesser-known band to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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On the occasion of his new documentary and album with the 400 Unit, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk to guitarist, singer and songwriter Jason Isbell. They discuss band dynamics, working with his wife, Amanda Shires, and filming the latest Scorsese film in Oklahoma in the midst of the global pandemic. The hosts also review the new album by Detroit post-punk band Protomartyr.
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Featured Songs:
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Miles," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Protomartyr, "Make Way," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023
Protomartyr, "For Tomorrow," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023
Protomartyr, "Let's Tip the Creator," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023
Protomartyr, "Polacrilex Kid," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023
Protomartyr, "Rain Garden," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Death Wish," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Middle of the Morning," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "King of Oklahoma," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "When We Were Close," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "If You Insist," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Save the World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
Little Richard, "Tutti Frutti," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of a friend's daughter getting a great gig as an accordionist.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome author RJ Smith back to the show to discuss his new book on Chuck Berry. The hosts also pay tribute to Tina Turner, who died May 24 at 83.
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Featured Songs:
Chuck Berry, "Johnny B. Goode," Johnny B. Goode (Single), Chess, 1958
Tina Turner, "What's Love Got to Do With It ," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984
Ike and Tina Turner, "Proud Mary," Workin' Together, Liberty, 1970
Ike and Tina Turner, "River Deep Mountain High," River Deep - Mountain High, A&M, 1969
Tina Turner, "Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)," B.E.F. Presents Tina Turner, Virgin, 1982
Tina Turner, "Better Be Good to Me," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984
Chuck Berry, "Blues #1," Have Mercy: His Complete Chess Recordings 1969-1974, Geffen, 2010
Chuck Berry, "Maybellene," (Single), Chess, 1955
Chuck Berry, "You Never Can Tell," (Single), Chess, 1964
Chuck Berry, "Promised Land," (Single), Chess, 1964
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Cast Iron Skillet," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023
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In this bonus podcast, we talk with the three winners of the first annual Sound Opinions Music Prize. These three Columbia College Chicago student musicians receive scholarship funds thanks to the Goldschmidt Foundation.
Belmaris
Ultra-Violet Archer
Spencer Ball
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some new music that’s flying underneath the mainstream radar - buried treasures! They’ll also hear selections from their production staff and bid farewell to The Smiths bassist Andy Rourke.
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Featured Songs:
feeble little horse, "Tin Man," Tin Man (Single), Saddle Creek, 2023
The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Tombstones in Their Eyes, "No One to Blame," Sea of Sorrow, Kitten Robot, 2023
African Head Charge, "Microdosing," Microdosing (Single), On-U Sound, 2023
Evangeline, "Mystic," Fuzzy, Fourteen One Four, 2023
Juliana, "Narices Frias," Narice Frias (Single), MUN, 2023
Ye Vagabonds, "Blue is the Eye," Nine Waves, River Lea, 2022
Draag, "Demonbird," Dark Fire Heresy, Draag, 2023
Louise Post, "Guilty," Guilty (Single), El Camino, 2023
The Greeting Committee, "Can I Leave Me Too?," Dandelion, Harvest, 2021
Cafuné, "Tek It," Running, Aurelians Club, Elektra, 2021
Durand Jones, "Lord Have Mercy," Wait Til I Get Over, Dead Oceans, 2023
Vanessa Tha Finessa, "Top Notch," CURRENT, babygirl123, 2023
Gabe 'Nandez, "Pangea," Pangea, Pow, 2023
Sphaèros, "Possession," POSSESSION, Pan European, 2020
The Smiths, "This Charming Man," The Smiths, Rough Trade, 1984
The Smiths, "Barbarism Begins At Home," Meat Is Murder, Sire, 1985
Chuck Berry, "You Never Can Tell (1964 Single Version)," You Never Can Tell (Single), Chess, 1964
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In this bonus podcast, we talk with the three winners of the second annual Sound Opinions Arts Criticism Prize. These three Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Goldschmidt Foundation. Read the winning essays:
Will Lovell
Avery Heringa
Hannah Flores
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot host blues singer Shemekia Copeland for a live performance and interview. She performs stripped down arrangements of songs from her Grammy-nominated 2022 album "Done Come Too Far" and others. Plus the hosts pay tribute to Gordon Lightfoot and review the new album from rapper Billy Woods and producer Kenny Segal.
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Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (feat. Sonny Landreth)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022
The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
billy woods / Kenny Segal, "FaceTime (feat. Samuel T. Herring)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023
billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Soundcheck (feat. Quelle Chris)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023
billy woods / Kenny Segal, "NYC Tapwater," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023
billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Year Zero (feat. Danny Brown)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023
billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Kenwood Speakers," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023
Gordon Lightfoot, "If You Could Read My Mind," Sit Down Young Stranger, Reprise, 1970
Gordon Lightfoot, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," Summertime Dream, Reprise, 1976
Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022
Shemekia Copeland, "Fell In Love With A Honky (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022
Shemekia Copeland, "The Talk," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022
Shemekia Copeland, "Uncivil War (Live on Sound Opinions)," Uncivil War, Alligator, 2020
Shemekia Copeland, "Nobody But You (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022
Tina Turner, "Better Be Good to Me," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984
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Jim and Greg discuss the legend Tina Turner after it was announced she died at age 83. They talk about her immense talent, relentless work ethic and resiliency that has inspired millions of listeners.
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In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to the graphic artist Frank Kozik and his lesser-known role in the music industry.
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Since 2003, Numero Group has championed talented, overshadowed artists across genres by reissuing their albums with care and creativity. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Numero Group founders Rob Sevier and Ken Shipley about the label’s history and working with everyone from Syl Johnson to Blondie. They’ll also share some of their favorite Numero tracks.
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Featured Songs:
Syl Johnson, "Concrete Reservation," Is It Because I'm Black (Deluxe 50th Anniversary Edition), Numero, 2019
The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Television, "Little Johnny Jewel," Ork Records: New York, New York, Numero, 2015
Blondie, "Moonlight Drive," Against The Odds: 1974 - 1982, Capitol, 2022
Mickey & The Soul Generation, "Give Everybody Some," Give Everybody Some (Single), Numero, 2023
Jackie Shane, "Any Other Way," Any Other Way, Numero, 2017
Bruce Springsteen, "Any Other Way," Only the Strong Survive, Columbia, 2022
Joey Edmonds, "Blue," Whispers Lounge, Numero, 2020
Charlie Megira, "Tomorrow's Gone," Tomorrow's Gone, Numero, 2019
Mick Farren & The New Wave, "Lost Johnny," Ork Records: New York, New York, Numero, 2015
94 East, "If You See Me," If You See Me (Single), Numero, 2013
Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (feat. Sonny Landreth)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song by Rita Lee to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to the tropicalia star, dead at 75.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share favorite songs about the end of the world from artists ranging from Johnny Cash to Fishbone. They're also joined by their production staff with their picks for songs that creatively deal with the apocalypse. Then recent feedback from listeners is played.
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Featured Songs:
The Doors, "The End," The Doors, Elektra, 1967
The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967
Sharon Van Etten, "The End of the World," Resistance Radio: The Man in the High Castle Album, Columbia, 2017
R.E.M., "It's the End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)," Document, I.R.S., 1987
David Bowie, "Five Years," The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, RCA, 1972
Barry McGuire, "Eve of Destruction," Eve of Destruction, Geffen, 1965
Matt Maltese, "As the World Caves In," Bad Contestant, Atlantic UK, 2018
Postal Service, "We Will Become Silhouettes," Give Up, Sub Pop, 2005
Randy Newman, "Political Science," Sail Away, Rhino/Warner, 1972
Nico, "The End," The End..., Island, 1974
Phoebe Bridgers, "I Know the End," Punisher, Dead Oceans, 2020
The Verve, "Bitter Sweet Symphony," Urban Hymns, Hut, 1997
Fishbone, "Party At Ground Zero," Fishbone, Columbia, 1985
Madonna, "4 Minutes (feat. Justin Timberlake & Timbaland)," Hard Candy, Warner Bros., 2008
Method Man, "Judgement Day," Tical 2000: Judgement Day, Def Jam, 1998
Johnny Cash, "The Man Comes Around," American IV: The Man Comes Around, American Recordings, Universal, 2002
Xixa, "May They Call Us Home," Genesis, Julian, 2020
Reckling, "Spitter," Reckling, Reckling, 2018
Cam Cool, "Everyone Texts and Drives," Everyone Texts and Drives (Single), Cam Cool, 2023
Syl Johnson, "Concrete Reservation," Is It Because I'm Black (Deluxe 50th Anniversary Edition), Numero, 2019
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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an album that he says is one of the great records of the last ten years.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with director Mary Harron about her films American Psycho, I Shot Andy Warhol, Charlie Says and her latest, Dalíland. They discuss her excellent use of music in her movies over the years, her start as a punk rock journalist and more. Plus, Jim and Greg review the latest album from The National.
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Featured Songs:
Phil Collins, "Sussudio," No Jacket Required, Atlantic, 1985
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
The National, "The Alcott (feat. Taylor Swift)," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023
The National, "Eucalyptus," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023
The National, "This Isn't Helping (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023
The National, "Tropic Morning News," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023
Ramones, "Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue," Ramones, Sire, 1976
Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel, "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)," The Best Years of Our Lives, EMI, 1975
Cockney Rebel, "Tumbling Down," The Psychomodo, EMI, 1974
Roxy Music, "Do the Strand," For Your Pleasure, Warner, 1973
Luna, "Season of the Witch," Season of the Witch (Single), Beggars Banquet, 1996
Love, "A House Is Not a Motel," Forever Changes, Elektra, 1967
R.E.M., "It's the End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)," Document, I.R.S., 1987
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Jim takes us on a trip to the desert island of the New Jersey variety (the shore, perhaps?) He chooses "The Rising Tide" from Wild Carnation, an offshoot band of The Feelies. Led by Brenda Sauter, Wild Carnation just rereleased their 1994 album, Tricycle.
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This week, hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis talk with the director of the 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 a season of the Lost Notes podcast on 1980. Then, Jim and Greg share their thoughts on the first new album in 24 years by the British duo, Everything but the Girl.
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Featured Songs:
Bob Dylan, "It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)," Bringing It All Back Home, Columbia, 1965
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Everything but the Girl, "Nothing Left To Lose," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023
Everything but the Girl, "When You Mess Up," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023
Everything but the Girl, "Lost," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023
The Allman Brothers Band, "Ramblin' Man," Brothers and Sisters, Capricorn, 1973
Bob Dylan, "Maggie's Farm," Bringing It All Back Home, Columbia, 1965
Bob Dylan, "Gotta Serve Somebody," Slow Train Coming, Columbia, 1979
Joy Division, "Love Will Tear Us Apart," Closer, Factory, 1980
Grace Jones, "On Your Knees," Muse, Island, 1979
Grace Jones, "Warm Leatherette," Warm Leatherette, Island, 1980
The Normal, "Warm Leatherette," Warm Leatherette (Single), Mute, 1978
Ceremony, "New Order," Movement, Factory, 1981
The Germs, "Forming," Forming (Single), What, 1977
Yoko Ono, "Walking on Thin Ice," Walking on Thin Ice (Single), Geffen, 1981
Phil Collins, "Sussudio," No Jacket Required, Atlantic, 1985
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In this week's bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Procol Harum's exclusive lyricist Keith Reid, who died March 23, 2023 at the age 76. He plays the song "Homburg."
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Eleventh Dream Day founders Rick Rizzo and Janet Bean about the indie rock band's 40 year long career. They also review new albums by Wednesday and Lankum.
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Featured Songs:
Eleventh Dream Day, "Among the Pines," Prairie School Freakout, Amoeba, 1988
The Beatles, "With A Little Help (From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1966
Wednesday, "Turkey Vultures," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023
Wednesday, "Bull Believer," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023
Wednesday, "Bath County," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023
Lankum, "The New York Trader," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023
Lankum, "Go Dig My Grave," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023
Lankum, "The Turn," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023
Lankum, "Netta Perseus," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023
Eleventh Dream Day, "Southern Pacific," Wayne EP, Amoeba, 1989
Freakwater, "Wild and Blue," Dancing Under Water, Amoeba, 1991
Eleventh Dream Day, "Between Here and There," Beet, Atlantic, 1989
Eleventh Dream Day, "Orange Moon," Ursa Major, Atavistic, 1994
Eleventh Dream Day, "Since Grazed," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021
Eleventh Dream Day, "A Case to Carry On," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was inspired by watching the TV show, Yellowjackets.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot highlight new music that listeners may have missed: musical buried treasures. They're joined by their production staff as well. They also pay tribute to music industry legend Seymour Stein and hear feedback from listeners.
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Featured Songs:
Kate Fagan, "I Don't Wanna Be Too Cool," I Don't Wanna Be Too Cool, Captured, 2023
Sunny War, "No Reason," Anarchist Gospel, New West, 2023
Man's Body, "Dark Horse Matter," Dark Horse Matter (Single), Sofa Hablando Music/Heyday Media Group, 2023
Miko Marks and The Resurrectors, "Trouble," Feel Like Going Home, Redtone, 2022
Jen Cloher, "My Witch," I Am the River, the River Is Me, Milk!, 2023
Flycatcher, "Always Selfish," Stunt, Memory, 2023
Jim Legxacy, "Old Place," Old Place (Single), !, 2023
Jenn Howard, "Better Than You Think," Valiant Women, self-released, 2023
Kevin Atwater, "star tripping," star tripping (Single), self-released, 2022
Carol Ades, "Sunny Disposition," Sadtown USA - EP, C-Penn, 2022
Buster Williams, "The Wisdom of Silence," Unalome, Smoke Sessions, 2023
Gina Birch, "I Play My Bass Loud," I Play My Bass Loud, Third Man, 2023
Mariee Siou, "Snake Hoop," Circle of Signs, self-released, 2023
Belle and Sebastian, "Seymour Stein," The Boy with the Arab Strap, Matador, 1998
Poster Children, "She Walks," Flower Plower, Frontier, 1991
Jai Paul, "BTSTU," Leak 04-13 (Bait Ones), XL, 2011
The Specials, "Gangsters," (Single), 2-Tone, 1979
Cavetown, "Worm Food," Worm Food, Sire, 2022
Eleventh Dream Day, "Among The Pines," Prairie School Freakout, Amoeba, 1988
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In this bonus episode, we revisit a 2015 interview Greg did with Sire Records founder Seymour Stein. Stein died April 2 at 80 years old.
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Host Jim DeRogatis and producer Alex Claiborne talk with the indie rock supergroup, Boygenius. Group members Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker talk about making their first full-length album, "the record," amidst their very active solo careers. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot also share a few tracks from other favorite supergroups.
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Featured Songs:
Boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," The Record, Interscope, 2023
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Boygenius, "True Blue," The Record, Interscope, 2023
Boygenius, "Without You Without Them," The Record, Interscope, 2023
Boygenius, "Letter to An Old Poet," The Record, Interscope, 2023
Boygenius, "20," The Record, Interscope, 2023
Boygenius, "Satanist," The Record, Interscope, 2023
Boygenius, "Emily, I'm Sorry," The Record, Interscope, 2023
Boygenius, "Anti-Curse," The Record, Interscope, 2023
Wild Flag, "Glass Tambourine," Wild Flag, Merge, 2011
Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt, "After the Gold Rush," Trio II, Asylum, 1999
Sunny War, "No Reason," Anarchist Gospel, New West, 2023
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was partially created by mushrooms.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect De La Soul’s iconic debut 3 Feet High and Rising. They discuss the innovative sampling and rapping style, as well as the legal troubles that plagued the record for decades. They also pay tribute to the late De La Soul rapper Trugoy the Dove and hear from some listeners.
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Featured Songs:
De La Soul, "Me Myself and I," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
De La Soul, "Plug Tunin'," Plug Tunin' / Freedom Of Speak (Single), Tommy Boy, 1988
De La Soul, "Tread Water," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
De La Soul, "Intro," 4 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
Joe Bataan, "Rap-O Clap-O," Rap-O Clap-O (Single), Salsoul, 1979
Eric B. & Rakim, "Eric B. Is President," Paid in Full, 4th & Broadway, 1987
James Brown, "Funky President (People It's Bad)," Reality, Polydor, 1974
Stetsasonic, "Sally," In Full Gear, Tommy Boy, 1988
De La Soul, "Plug Tunin (Last Chance To Comprehend)," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
Johnny Cash, "Five Feet High and Rising," Songs of Our Soil, Columbia, 1959
The Invitations, "Written on the Wall," Hallelujah (Single), DynoVoice, 1965
De La Soul, "Potholes In My Lawn," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
Bob Dorough, "Three Is a Magic Number," Schoolhouse Rock! Rocks, Lava, 1996
De La Soul, "The Magic Number," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
De La Soul, "Jenifa Taught Me (Derwin's Revenge)," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
De La Soul, "Say No Go," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
Funkadelic, "Not Just Knee Deep," Uncle Jam Wants You, Casablanca, 1979
Ohio Players, "Funky Worm," Funky Worm (Single), Westbound, 1972
Edwin Birdsong, "Rapper Dapper Snapper," Funktaztik, Salsoul, 1981
Loose Ends, "Gonna Make You Mine," Zagora, MCA, 1986
Doug E. Fresh, "The Original Human Beatbox," The Original Human Beatbox (12" Single), Vintertainment, 1984
The Turtles, "You Showed Me," You Showed Me (Single), White Whale, 1966
The Mothers of Invention, "Louie Louie (Live At the Royal Albert Hall In London)," Uncle Meat, Reprise, 1969
Buddy Guy, "First Time I Met the Blues," I Got My Eyes On You (Single), Chess, 1960
Gilbert O'Sullivan, "Alone Again (Naturally)," Alone Again (Naturally) (Single), MAM, 1972
Biz Markie, "Alone Again ," I Need A Haircut, Cold Chillin', 1991
De La Soul, "Buddy," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
Nico Segal & The Social Experiment, "Windows," Windows, (self-released), 2015
Common, "I Am Music," Electric Circus, MCA, 2002
Frank Ocean, "Sweet Life," Channel ORANGE, Island Def Jam Music, 2012
Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, "I'll Be Missing You (feat. 112)," Tribute to the Notorious B.I.G. - EP, Bad Boy, 1989
A Tribe Called Quest, "Electric Relaxation," Midnight Marauders, Jive, 1993
Jungle Brothers, "Because I Got It Like That," Straight Out the Jungle, Warlock, 1988
Black Star, "Brown Skin Lady," Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star, Rawkus, 1999
Lupe Fiasco, "Kick Push," Lupe Fiasco's Food & Liquor, Atlantic, 2006
Kanye West, "Spaceship," The College Dropout, Roc-A-Fella, 2004
Murs, "The Pain," Murs 3:16: The 9th Edition, Definitive Jux, 2004
Lady Gaga, "Paparazzi," The Fame, Interscope, 2008
Richard Buckner, "Lil Wallet Picture," Devotion + Doubt, MCA, 1997
The Speedies, "Let Me Take Your Photo," Let Me Take Your Photo (Single), Golden Disc, 1979
The Cure, "Pictures of You," Disintegration, Fiction, 1989
boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023
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In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Glen "Spot" Lockett, the in-house producer at SST Records, who recently died at age 71.
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Poster Children have been going strong for nearly 35 years. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with co-founders Rose Marshack and Rick Valentin about Marshack's memoir, "Play Like A Man." Plus Jim and Greg review new albums from Iris DeMent and Screaming Females.
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Featured Songs:
Poster Children, "She Walks," Flower Plower, Limited Potential, 1989
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Iris DeMent, "Workin' On A World," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023
Iris DeMent, "The Sacred Now," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023
Iris DeMent, "Mahalia," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023
Iris DeMent, "Goin' Down To Sing In Texas," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023
Iris DeMent, "Let Me Be Your Jesus," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023
Screaming Females, "Brass Bell," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023
Screaming Females, "Let You Go," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023
Screaming Females, "Mourning Dove," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023
Poster Children, "Now Its Gone," No More Songs About Sleep And Fire, Hidden Agenda, 2004
Poster Children, "He's My Star," Junior Citizen, Sire, 1995
De La Soul, "Me, Myself and I," 3 Feet High and Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989
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In this bonus episode, Greg makes the case that Meg White is a great drummer and plays a pointed selection for anyone who says otherwise.
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For more than 60 years, John Cale has continued to make exciting, challenging and culturally relevant music, including his most recent release, Mercy. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with the Velvet Underground legend about his new music, collaborations and legacy. Plus, the hosts share some of their favorite spy songs and bid farewell to jazz saxophonist Wayne Shorter.
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Featured Songs:
John Cale, "STORY OF BLOOD feat. Weyes Blood," Mercy, Double Six, 2023
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
John Cale, "EVERLASTING DAYS feat. Animal Collective," Mercy, Double Six, 2023
John Cale, "MARILYN MONROE'S LEGS (beauty elsewhere) feat. Actress," Mercy, Double Six, 2023
John Cale, "TIME STANDS STILL feat. Sylvan Esso," Mercy, Double Six, 2023
John Cale, "NIGHT CRAWLING," Mercy, Double Six, 2023
John Cale, "MOONSTRUCK (Nico's Song)," Mercy, Double Six, 2023
The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Femme Fatale," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967
The Velvet Underground and Nico, "I'm Waiting for the Man," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967
John Cale, "Dying On the Vine (Fragments)," Artificial Intelligence, PVC, 1985
John Cale, "MERCY," Mercy, Double Six, 2023
Johnny Rivers, "Secret Agent Man," ...And I Know You Wanna Dance, Imperial, 1966
Tony Allen, "Secret Agent," Secret Agent, World Circuit, 2009
The Fugs, "CIA Man," Virgin Fugs, ESP-Disk, 1967
Gene Vincent, "Private Detective (feat. The Shouts)," Private Detective (feat. The Shouts) (Single), Columbia, 1964
Rockwell, "Somebody's Watching Me," Somebody's Watching Me, Motown, 1984
The Untouchables, "I Spy (For the F.B.I.)," Wild Child, MCA, 1985
Lori & The Chameleons, "The Lonely Spy," To the Shores of Lake Placid, Zoo, 1982
Desmond Dekker & the Aces, "007 (Shanty Town)," Action!, Lagoon, 1968
The dB's, "A Spy In the House of Love," Like This, Bearsville, 1984
Big Boys, "Detectives," The Skinny Elvis, Touch and Go, 1993
Steely Dan & Tom Scott, "Aja," Aja, ABC, 1977
Wayne Shorter, "Speak No Evil," Speak No Evil, Blue Note, 1966
Poster Children, "She Walks," Flower Plower, Limited Potential, 1989
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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he learned of via a Yo La Tengo cover.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Dr, Ricky Rodriguez about the cultural exchange between Latino fans and British bands in the 1980s. Plus, Jim and Greg review new albums by Kelela and Yo La Tengo.
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Featured Songs:
Siouxsie & The Banshees, "Spellbound," Juju, Polydor, 1981
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Kelela, "Washed Away," Raven, Warp, 2023
Kelela, "Raven," Raven, Warp, 2023
Kelela, "Enough for Love," Raven, Warp, 2023
Kelela, "On the Run," Raven, Warp, 2023
Kelela, "Bruises," Raven, Warp, 2023
Yo La Tengo, "Sinatra Drive Breakdown," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023
Yo La Tengo, "Fallout," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023
Yo La Tengo, "Aselestine," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023
Yo La Tengo, "This Stupid World," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023
Yo La Tengo, "Until It Happens," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023
Adam Ant, "Juanito the Bandito," Juanito the Bandito (Single), CBS, 1982
Blue Rondo À La Turk, "Me and Mr. Sanchez," Me and Mr. Sanchez (Single), Virgin, 1981
Holly Johnson, "Americanos," Blast, MCA, 1989
Duran Duran, "The Reflex (The Dance Mix)," The Reflex (The Dance Mix) (Single), EMI, 1984
Orchestral Manœuvres In The Dark, "So In Love," So In Love (Single), Virgin, 1985
Pat Boone, "Speedy Gonzales," Speedy Gonzales (Single), Dot, 1962
John Cale, "Story of Blood feat. Weyes Blood," Mercy, Double Six, 2023
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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a great Chicago band that he first heard at SXSW in Austin, TX.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with New York Times reporter Ben Sisario about the latest developments in the long and winding saga of Ticketmaster/Live Nation. Plus, they'll review the new album by Caroline Polachek.
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Featured Songs:
Beyoncé, "COZY," RENAISSANCE, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Caroline Polachek, "Bunny Is a Rider," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023
Caroline Polachek, "I Believe," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023
Caroline Polachek, "Blood and Butter," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023
Culture Club, "Karma Chameleon," Colour By Numbers, Virgin, 1983
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In this bonus episode, Greg adds three versions of the same song to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with musician Chris Connelly about his new tribute to German singer Nico, best known for her work with the Velvet Underground. The hosts also pay tribute to Burt Bacharach and hear feedback from listeners on recent episodes.
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Featured Songs:
Chris Connelly, "Ripcord, Ripcord," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
The Shirelles, "Baby It's You," Baby It's You, Scepter, 1962
Elvis Costello and Burt Bacharach, "Toledo," Painted from Memory, Mercury, 1998
Sonny Rollins, "Alfie's Theme," Alfie, Impulse!, 1966
Dionne Warwick, "Don't Make Me Over," Presenting Dionne Warwick, Scepter, 1963
Chris Connelly, "Union Square West," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022
Nico, "Janitor of Lunacy," Desertshore, Reprise, 1970
Nico, "Julius Caesar (Memento Hodie)," The Marble Index, Elektra, 1968
Chris Connelly, "Andy, Incidentally," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022
Chris Connelly, "A Slow Jones In New York," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022
Chris Connelly, "Eulogy To Lenny Bruce," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022
Chris Connelly, "Vegas," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022
Chris Connelly, "Hanging Gardens," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022
Christopher Tin, "Baba Yetu (feat. Soweto Gospel Choir)," Calling All Dawns, Tin Works, 2009
Day Wave, "Loner," Pastlife, Pias, 2022
The Lord, "The End of Absence (feat. Petra Haden)," Devotional (feat. Petra Haden), Southern Lord, 2022
Sasami, "The Greatest," Squeeze, Domino, 2022
In this bonus episode, Jim digs deep to play an artist he last wrote about in 1996 who is still putting out great music. This song is a steampunk imagining of an air raid.
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In 1992, Sinéad O’Connor was at the peak of her commercial success when she spoke out against the Pope on Saturday Night Live. After that, she encountered a massive backlash, but never backed down. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk to documentary filmmaker Kathryn Ferguson about the music, career and activism of Sinéad O’Connor. They also review the new album from rapper Lil Yachty.
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Featured Songs:
Sinéad O'Connor, "Nothing Compares 2 U," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Lil Yachty, "drive ME crazy!," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023
Lil Yachty, "the BLACK seminole," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023
Lil Yachty, "sHouLd i B," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023
Sinéad O'Connor, "Last Day of Our Acquaintance," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990
Sinéad O'Connor, "Mandinka," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987
Sinéad O'Connor, "I Am Stretched on Your Grave," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990
Sinéad O'Connor, "Thank You for Hearing Me," Universal Mother, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1994
Sinéad O'Connor, "Marcus Garvey," Throw Down Your Arms, Chocolate and Vanilla, 2005
Sinéad O'Connor, "Jackie," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987
Sinéad O'Connor, "Peggy Gordon," Sean-Nós Nua, Vanguard, 2002
Sinéad O'Connor, "This Is a Rebel Song," Gospel Oak EP, Chrysalis, 1997
Chris Connelly, "Ripcord, Ripcord," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022
In this bonus episode, Greg shares his experience in New York City, visiting the Lou Reed exhibit at the New York Public Library.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by their production staff to highlight new music that listeners may have missed: musical buried treasures. They also pay tribute to Television's iconic guitarist, Tom Verlaine.
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Featured Songs:
Avalon Emerson, "Sandrail Silhouette," Sandrail Silhouette (Single), Another Dove, 2023
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Television, "Marquee Moon," Marquee Moon, Elektra, 1977
Television, "Venus," Marquee Moon, Elektra, 1977
Television, "Glory," Adventure, Elektra, 1978
Wesley Joseph, "MONSOON," MONSOON (Single), Secretly Canadian, 2022
The Get Right Band, "Hell Yes Refresh," Hell Yes Refresh (Single), Head Heart and Hips, 2022
Hurry Up, "American Weirdos," Dismal Nitch, Comedy Minus One, 2022
mazie, "it's not me (it's u)," it's not me (it's u), Good Boy, 2023
Måneskin, "GOSSIP (feat. Tom Morello)," RUSH!, Epic, 2023
Little Dragon, "Water (FKJ Remix)," New Me, Same Us Remix - EP, Ninja Tune, 2021
Ducks Ltd., "18 Cigarettes," Modern Fiction, Carpark, 2021
The Arcs, "Only One For Me," Electrophonic Chronic, Easy Eye Sound, 2023
Manasseh, "I'll Be - Live Pt. 1," Variations V1: I'll Be, Self-Released, 2023
Automatic, "New Beginning," Excess, Stones Throw, 2022
Daydream Review, "Have You Found What You’re Looking For?," Leisure, Side Hustle, 2023
Sinéad O'Connor, "Black Boys on Mopeds," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990
In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg talk with Damien Abraham and Sandy Miranda of Canadian punks Fucked Up about their new album, "One Day." Note: in this episode there is language not allowed on the radio.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the history of the Chicago indie label Kranky Records, which has been home over the years to artists like Low, Deerhunter and Godspeed You! Black Emperor. They talk with Kranky co-founder and author of the book “You’re with Stupid,” Bruce Adams, about its creation, ethos and more. The hosts also review new music from Iggy Pop and Ladytron.
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Featured Songs:
Stars of the Lid, "Goodnight," Music for Nitrous Oxide, Kranky, 1995
Iggy Pop, "Frenzy," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023
Iggy Pop, "Strung Out Johnny," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023
Iggy Pop, "New Atlantis," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023
Iggy Pop, "The News For Andy (Interlude)," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023
Ladytron, "Time's Arrow," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023
Ladytron, "City of Angels," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023
Ladytron, "The Dreamers," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023
Ladytron, "Misery Remember Me," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023
Godspeed You! Black Emperor, "Storm," Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven, Kranky, 2000
Labradford, "S," Mi Media Naranja, Kranky, 1997
John Barry, "Somewhere In Time (Main Theme)," Somewhere In Time (Soundtrack from the Motion Picture), Geffen, 1980
Jessamine, "...Or What You Mean," The Long Arm of Coincidence, Kranky, 1996
Low, "Sunflower," Things We Lost In the Fire, Kranky, 2001
Labradford, "David," fixed::context, Kranky, 2000
Godspeed You! Black Emperor, "The Dead Flag Blues," F♯ A♯ ∞, Kranky, 1997
LadyBlu, "Sweet Anxiety," Sweet Anxiety (Single), 4246244, 2022
In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg pay tribute to Van Conner of the Screaming Trees, who recently died at age 55.
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Jim and Greg talk with longtime music photographer Marty Perez about his new career-spanning book, "Kill A Punk For Rock & Roll." They also share their favorite songs about photography and pay tribute to David Crosby.
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Featured Songs
The Kinks, "People Take Pictures of Each Other," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968
The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967
Crosby, Stills and Nash, "Long Time Gone," Crosby, Stills and Nash, Atlantic, 1969
David Crosby, "Cowboy Movie," If I Could Only Remember My Name, Atlantic, 1971
Spoon, "I Turn My Camera On," Gimme Fiction, Matador, 2005
Yes, "Into the Lens," Drama, Atlantic, 1980
Pink, "Family Portrait," Missundaztood, Arista, 2001
Ringo Starr, "Photograph," Ringo, Apple, 1973
Kevin Morby, "This Is A Photograph," This Is A Photograph, Dead Oceans, 2022
Patti Smith, "Gloria," Horses, Arista, 1975
The Kinks, "Picture Book," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968
Duran Duran, "Girls On Film," Duran Duran, EMI, 1981
Ice Cube, "Who Got the Camera," The Predator, Priority, 1992
Outkast, "Hey Ya!," Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, Arista, 2003
Mission of Burma, "This Is Not a Photograph," Signals, Calls and Marches, Ace of Hearts, 1980
The Cure, "Pictures of You," Disintegration, Fiction, 1989
Labradford, "S," Mi Media Naranja, Kranky, 1998
In this bonus episode, Jim digs deep into the British music scene of the '60s to add an obscure song to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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Post-punk tunes topped with dadaist deadpan lyrics are an unlikely formula for popularity in music, but that's the secret to Dry Cleaning's success. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with band members Florence Shaw and Nick Buxton about one of their favorite albums of 2022. They also review new albums by SZA and Margo Price and pay tribute to Jeff Beck.
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Featured Songs
Dry Cleaning, "Don't Press Me," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022
SZA, "Shirt," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022
SZA, "Nobody Gets Me," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022
SZA, "Kill Bill," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022
SZA, "Gone Girl," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022
Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023
Margo Price, "Radio," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023
Margo Price, "Time Machine," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023
Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023
Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023
Dry Cleaning, "Magic of Meghan," Sweet Princess, It's OK, 2019
Dry Cleaning, "Scratchcard Lanyard," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021
Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021
Dry Cleaning, "Anna Calls From The Artic," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022
Dry Cleaning, "No Decent Shoes For Rain," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022
The Yardbirds, "Shapes of Things," (Single), Epic, 1966
Jeff Beck, "Beck's Bolero," Truth, Epic, 1968
The Kinks, "People Take Pictures of Each Other," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968
In this bonus episode, Jim shares a girl group song from 2007 that can stand alongside more famous tracks from the 1960s.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot catch up with longtime friend, screenwriter and director Cameron Crowe. They discuss his films, most notably Almost Famous, which recently wrapped up a run on Broadway as a musical. They talk about the differences between making a movie and a stage production, getting Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” for Say Anything… and more.
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Featured Songs:
Casey Likes and the Cast of Almost Famous, "No Friends," No Friends (Single), Sony Masterworks Broadway, 2022
Dean Jones & Susan Browning, "Barcelona," Company (Original Broadway Cast), Columbia, 1970
Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous, DreamWorks, 2000
Solea Pfeiffer and the Cast of Almost Famous, "Morocco," Morocco (Single), Sony Masterworks Broadway, 2022
Peter Gabriel, "In Your Eyes," So, Real World, 1986
Jónsi, "Sinking Friendships," Go, XL, 2010
Dry Cleaning, "Don't Press Me," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022
In this bonus episode, we pay tribute to even more musicians who died at the end of 2022.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look at the music of 2022 from the rearview mirror. Jim and the producers share some of their favorite singles of the year, review some missed obituaries and Greg plays an excerpt from his legendary annual mixtape.
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Featured Songs:
Bad Bunny, "Moscow Mule," Un Verano Sin Ti, RIMAS ENTERTAINMENT, 2022
Irene Cara, "Flashdance...What a Feeling," Flashdance: Original Soundtrack from the Motion Picture, Casablanca, 1983
Irene Cara, "Fame," Fame: The Original Soundtrack from the Motion Picture, RSO, 1980
The Clean, "Anything Could Happen," Compilation, Flying Nun, 1986
Hawkwind, "Master of the Universe," In Search of Space, United Artists, 1971
Public Image Ltd, "Public Image," Public Image: First Issue, Virgin, 1978
Robyn Hitchcock, "The Man Who Loves the Rain," Shufflemania!, Tiny Ghost, 2022
Ateez, "Guerilla," The World EP.1 : Movement, KQ Entertainment, 2022
Lil Nas X, "That's What I Want," Montero, Columbia, 2021
Glass Animals, "Heat Waves," Dreamland, Wolf Tone, 2020
Superchunk, "If You're Not Dark," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022
GAYLE, "abc (nicer)," abc (nicer) (Single), Atlantic, 2021
Nicki Minaj, "Super Freaky Girl," Super Freaky Girl (Single), Young Money, 2022
Taylor Swift, "Would've, Could've, Should've," Midnights (3am Edition), Republic, 2022
Dummy, "Mono Retriever," Mono Retriever (Single), Sub Pop, 2022
PLOSIVS, "Hit the Breaks," Hit the Breaks (Single), Swami, 2021
Bodega, "Statuette on the Console," Broken Equipment, What's Your Rupture?, 2022
Thee Oh Sees, "A Foul Form," A Foul Form, Castle Face, 2022
Anna Calvi, "Ain't No Grave," Tommy - EP, Domino, 2022
Brittany Davis, "I Choose to Live," I Choose to Live - EP, Loosegrove, 2022
Say Sue Me, "To Dream," The Last Thing Left, Damnably & Beach Town Music, 2022
Yola, "Strange Things Are Happening Every Day," ELVIS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), RCA, 2022
Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous, DreamWorks, 2000
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was written by Bruce Springsteen, doubling the total number of songs by the Boss that he likes.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit Low's 2011 session on Sound Opinions in honor of singer and drummer Mimi Parker, who died in November. The hosts also pay tribute to Loretta Lynn and drummer Anton Fier, who also died in 2022.
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Featured Songs:
Low, "More," Hey What, Sub Pop, 2021
Low, "Try to Sleep (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011
Robert Plant, "Monkey," Band of Joy, Decca, Rounder, 2010
Led Zeppelin, "Black Dog," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971
Low, "You See Everything (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011
Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Kranky, 1999
Low, "Witches (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011
Low, "California," The Great Destroyer, Rough Trade, 2005
Loretta Lynn, "Story of My Life," Van Lear Rose, Interscope, 2004
Loretta Lynn, "The Pill," Back to the Country, MCA, 1975
The Feelies, "Raised Eyebrows," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff America, 1980
The Golden Palominos, "Clustering Train (feat. Michael Stipe)," Visions of Excess, Celluloid, 1985
Taylor Swift, "Anti-Hero," Midnights, Republic, 2022
In this bonus episode, Greg recounts his experience visiting the Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect D’Angelo’s masterpiece album Voodoo. They chat with author Faith Pennick about the record’s context, impact and more. Then, the hosts will talk with the bassist who played on that album, among many others, Pino Palladino.
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Featured Songs:
D'Angelo, "One Mo'gin," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000
D'Angelo, "Playa Playa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000
D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000
D'Angelo, "Brown Sugar," Brown Sugar, EMI, 1995
D'Angelo, "Devil's Pie," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000
D'Angelo, "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000
D'Angelo, "Africa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000
D'Angelo, "The Root," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000
Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 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, "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
Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Kranky, 1999
In this bonus episode, Andy Cirzan shares a song from his annual holiday obscura mix that was too weird for the radio.
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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's collection is called "The Reindeer Sessions... Further Adventures in Holiday Obscura."
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Featured Songs:
Lenny Dee, "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961
Andy Claus, Santa's Singing Cousin, "Andy's Reindeer Song," (Single), Snowflake, unknown
Ann Bennett, "Another Christmas Rolls Around Again," (Single), Bertlen, unknown
Tommy Hester, "Daddy's Drinking Up Our Christmas," (Single), Luck, unknown
Leonard Feather and Friends, "Comet (the Reindeer)," Winter Sequence, MGM, 1954
Lenny Dee, "Sleigh Ride," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961
Cristy Lane, "Jesus Is A Soul Man," (Single), Extremely Brave, 1971
Jimmie Dale, "There Are Reindeer Running (Down The Christmas Trail)," (Single), Original, 1953
Modern Jazz Quartet, "Variation No. 1 On "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen"," The Modern Jazz Quartet At Music Inn, Atlantic, 1956
Unknown, "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town," unknown, unknown, unknown
Martin Newell (w/ Andy Partridge), "Christmas In Suburbia," The Greatest Living Englishman, Pipeline, 1993
Tom Waits, "New Years Eve," Bad As Me, Anti-, 2011
Prince, "Another Lonely Christmas," (Single), Warner Bros, 1984
Old Musicbox Melodies, "Auld Lang Syne," (Single), unknown, unknown
In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg share more of their favorite albums of 2022.
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As 2022 comes to a close, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reveal their Best Albums of the Year, music they loved and couldn’t stop listening to. They also hear selections from their production staff and pay tribute to the late, great Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac.
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Featured Songs:
MUNA, "Anything But Me," MUNA, Saddest Factory, 2022
Fleetwood Mac, "Everywhere," Tango in the Night, Warner, 1987
Chicken Shack, "I'd Rather Go Blind," I'd Rather Go Blind (Single), Blue Horizon, 1969
Fleetwood Mac, "Homeward Bound," Bare Trees, Reprise, 1972
Katie Kim, "Eraser," Hour of the Ox, Katie Kim, 2022
Santigold, "Fall First," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022
Lizzo, "2 Be Loved (Am I Ready)," Special, Nice Life, Atlantic, 2022
Pinkshift, "i'm not crying you're crying," Love Me Forever, Hopeless, 2022
Viagra Boys, "Punk Rock Loser," Cave World, Year0001, 2022
Trupa Trupa, "Uniforms," B Flat A, Lovitt, 2022
MUNA, "Kind of Girl," MUNA, Saddest Factory, 2022
Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul, "Thank You," Topical Dancer, Deewee, 2022
Julia Jacklin, "Lydia Wears A Cross," Pre-Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022
The Linda Lindas, "Nino," Growing Up, Epitath, 2022
Danger Mouse & Black Thought, "Belize (feat. MF DOOM)," Cheat Codes, BMG, 2022
Wet Leg, "UR Mum," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022
Sharon Van Etten, "I'll Try," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022
Dry Cleaning, "Stumpwork," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022
Nnamdi, "Dedication," Please Have A Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022
In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg continue their discussion with Alicia Gaines of Ganser, including getting a few additions to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome Margo Price back to the show to discuss her memoir, "Maybe We'll Make It." Since her first appearance in 2018, Price has recorded two albums, joined the board of Farm Aid and met almost all of her heroes. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new albums from Robyn Hitchcock and Plains, a new group from Waxahatchee and Jess Williamson.
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Featured Songs:
Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Change of Heart (Single), Loma Vista, 2022
Robyn Hitchcock, "The Shuffle Man," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022
Robyn Hitchcock, "The Man Who Loves the Rain," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022
Robyn Hitchcock, "The Sir Tommy Shovell," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022
Robyn Hitchcock, "Noirer Than Noir," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022
Plains, "Abilene," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022
Plains, "Summer Sun," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022
Plains, "Bellafatima," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022
Plains, "Hurricane," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022
Margo Price, "This Town Gets Around," Midwest Farmer's Daughter, Third Man, 2016
Buffalo Clover, "Hey Child," Test Your Love, Self-Released, 2013
Margo Price, "Weekender (Funk Version, Live at The Ryman, 2018)," Perfectly Imperfect at The Ryman, Loma Vista, 2020
Loretta Lynn, "One's On The Way (feat. Margo Price)," Still Woman Enough, Sony Music, 2021
Margo Price, "Hands of Time," Midwest Farmer's Daughter, Third Man, 2016
Margo Price, "All American Made," All American Made, Third Man, 2017
Margo Price, "Since You Put Me Down (Live on SNL)," (unreleased), N/A, 2016
Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Been To The Mountain (Single), Loma Vista, 2022
Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022
In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Tropicália legend Gal Costa, who died in November.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite new, under-the-radar music you need to hear. Plus a conversation with vocalist and bassist for the band Ganser, Alicia Gaines. They discuss their latest EP, her extensive music knowledge and more.
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Featured Songs:
Ganser, "People Watching," Nothing You Do Matters, Felte, 2022
Susan Voelz, "Oyster," Trust The Wave Will Hold You, Pravda, 2022
Fruit Juice, "I Don't Know," I Don't Know (Single), Swoon, 2021
Stuck, "Do Not Reply (feat. Miranda Winters)," Do Not Reply (feat. Miranda Winters) (Single), Born Yesterday, 2022
Katie Kim, " Eraser," Hour of the Ox, Katie Kim, 2022
NoSo, "Suburbia," Stay Proud of Me, Partisan, 2022
Soul Glo, "Gold Chain Punk (whogonbeatmyass?)," Diaspora Problems, Epitaph, 2022
COIN, "Chapstick," Uncanny Valley7, 10K Projects, 2022
Medicine Singers, "Sanctuary (feat. Medicine Singers, Yonatan Gat and Jaimie Branch)," Medicine Singers, Stone Tapes, 2022
The Monkey Power Trio, "Turn And See Her," Cry Mama, 550392 Records DK, 2022
Panic Shack, "The Ick," Baby Shack - EP, Brace Yourself, 2022
Talkdemonic, "Barely Dawn," Various Seasides, Talknumeric Learning Center, 2022
Ganser, "Lucky," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020
Ganser, "Bags For Life," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020
Ganser, "Emergency Equipment and Exits," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020
Ganser, "What Me Worry," Nothing You Do Matters, Felte, 2022
Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Change of Heart (Single), Loma Vista, 2022
In this bonus episode Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of D.H. Peligro, the drummer of Dead Kennedys. Peligro died in October at age 63.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with genre-defying artist Nnamdi. They also review new albums by Alvvays and Makaya McCraven and pay tribute to Low's Mimi Parker.
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Featured Songs:
NNAMDÏ, "I Don't Wanna Be Famous," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022
Alvvays, "Pharmacist," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022
Alvvays, "Pomeranian Spinster," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022
Alvvays, "Easy On Your Own?," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022
Alvvays, "Belinda Says," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022
Makaya McCraven, "Dream Another," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022
Makaya McCraven, "This Place That Place," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022
Makaya McCraven, "In These Times," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022
NNAMDÏ, "Touchdown," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022
NNAMDÏ, "Dibs," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022
NNAMDÏ, "Heartless," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022
NNAMDÏ, "You Are Here (For Now)," Krazy Karl, Sooper,
NNAMDÏ, "Anti," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022
NNAMDÏ, "Careful," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022
Low, "More," Hey What, Sub Pop, 2021
Low, "Just Make It Stop," The Invisible Way, Sub Pop, 2013
Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Chairkickers Music, 1999
In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg give an expanded obituary for Mimi Parker of Low.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the expansive world of video game soundtracks. They chat with Los Angeles Times critic Todd Martens about the innovative ways video game music is exciting listeners and enhancing gaming interactivity. They’ll also review new albums by Rina Sawayama and Brian Eno, and hear messages from Sound Opinions listeners.
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Featured Songs:
Junebug & Ben Babbitt, "Too Late to Love You," Kentucky Route Zero (Original Soundtrack), Annapurna Interactive, 2020
Rina Sawayama, "This Hell," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022
Rina Sawayama, "Frankenstein," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022
Rina Sawayama, "Hold The Girl," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022
Rina Sawayama, "Send My Love To John," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022
Rina Sawayama, "Forgiveness," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022
Brian Eno, "Who Gives a Thought," Foreverandevernomore, Verve, 2022
Brian Eno, "Garden of Stars," Foreverandevernomore, Verve, 2022
Brian Eno, "We Let It In," Foreverandevernomore, Verve, 2022
Jim Guthrie, "Lone Star," Sword & Sworcery LP - The Ballad of the Space Babies, Dark Flute, 2011
Tycho, "Send and Receive," Hohokum (Original Game Soundtrack), Ghostly International, 2004
Robyn Miller, "Myst Theme," Myst - The Soundtrack, Cyan, 1995
Austin Wintory, "I Was Born for This," Journey (Original Video Game Soundtrack), Sony, 2012
OFK, "Follow/Unfollow," Follow/Unfollow (Single), Teddy Dieff, 2021
Daniel Olsén & Jonathan Eng, "Dead of Night (feat. Linnea Olsson)," Sayonara Wild Hearts, Simogo AB, 2019
Melissa Carper, "Makin' Memories," Daddy's Country Gold, Melissa Carper/Mae Music, 2021
Fantastic Negrito, "Oh Betty," White Jesus Black Problems, Storefront, 2022
Teen Mortgage, "S.W.A.S.," Life/Death, King Pizza, 2019
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "The Mercy Seat," Tender Prey, Mute, 1988
Dead Man's Bones, "Pa Pa Power," Dead Man's Bones, Anti Inc., 2009
Scorpions, "In Search of the Peace of Mind," Lonesome Crow, Brain, 1972
The Who, "Sea and Sand," Quadrophenia, Track, 1973
NNAMDÏ, "I Don't Wanna Be Famous," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a band that always represented their hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by indie rock stalwarts Superchunk for a live performance and interview at the Goose Island Tap Room in Chicago. The hosts also pay tribute to Jerry Lee Lewis.
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Featured Songs:
Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022
Jerry Lee Lewis, "Great Balls of Fire," Great Balls of Fire (Single), Sun, 1957
Jerry Lee Lewis and the Nashville Teens, "Good Golly, Miss Molly (Live 1964)," Live at the Star Club, Hamburg, Philips, 1964
Jerry Lee Lewis, "Middle Age Crazy," Country Memories, Mercury, 1977
Superchunk, "This Night," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022
Superchunk, "Wild Loneliness," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022
Superchunk, "City of the Dead," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022
Superchunk, "Endless Summer (Live on Sound Opinions)," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022
Superchunk, "If You're Not Dark," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022
Superchunk, "Learned to Surf (Live on Sound Opinions)," Majesty Shredding, Merge, 2010
In this bonus episode, Jim adds his favorite song about Frankenstein to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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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.
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Featured Songs:
Jam & Lewis, "Spinnin (feat. Mary J. Blige)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021
Jam & Lewis, "Somewhat Loved (There You Go Breakin' My Heart) (feat. Mariah Carey)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, 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 One, 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 One, 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
Chaka Khan, "Angel," Funk This, Burgundy, 2007
Garbage, "No Gods No Masters," No Gods No Masters, Infectious Music, 2021
Stray Cats, "Stray Cat Strut," Stray Cats, Arista, 1981
Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022
In this bonus episode Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in response to a Patron's complaint about giving a legendary band short shrift.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with music critic Steven Hyden about his new book on Pearl Jam. They recount the group’s quixotic attempt to fight Ticketmaster at the height of their fame and how they’ve maintained their career since. Jim and Greg also review new albums by Björk and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
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Featured Songs:
Pearl Jam, "Even Flow," Ten, Epic, 1991
Björk, "Atopos (feat. Kasimyn)," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022
Björk, "Fossora (feat. Kasimyn)," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022
Björk, "Sorrowful Soil," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022
Björk, "Mycelia," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022
Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Wolf," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022
Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Spitting Off the Edge of the World," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022
Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Different Today," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022
Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Fleez," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022
Pearl Jam, "Jeremy," Ten, Epic, 1991
Pearl Jam, "Alive," Ten, Epic, 1991
Pearl Jam, "Porch (Live at Lollapalooza 92)," Ten, Epic, 1991
Pearl Jam, "Rearviewmirror," Vs., Epic, 1993
Pearl Jam, "Better Man," Vitalogy, Epic, 1994
Pearl Jam, "All Those Yesterdays," Yield, Epic, 1998
Pearl Jam, "Yellow Ledbetter," Jeremy (Single), Epic, 1992
Neil Young and Pearl Jam , "Rockin in the Free World (Live at the MTV Video Music Awards 93)," Freedom, Reprise, 1989
Pearl Jam, "Release (Live in Chicago 2013)," Ten, Epic, 1991
Pearl Jam, "Even Flow (Live in Chicago 2013)," Ten, Epic, 1991
Mary J. Blige, "No More Drama," No More Drama, MCA, 2001
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that celebrates musicians with a work ethic strong enough to give a great performance no matter how big or small the gig.
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It’s that time of year again…spooky season! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their conversation with horror writer, director and composer John Carpenter. Then, they share their favorite spooky movie music.
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Featured Songs:
John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme - Main Title," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979
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
Frankie Valli, "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)," The 4 Seasons Present Frankie Valli Solo, Philips, 1967
Goblin, "Suspiria," Suspiria: The Complete Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, Cinevox, 1977
Childish Gambino, "Redbone," "Awaken, My Love!", Glassnote, 2016
Tobe Hooper and Wayne Bell, "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, N/A, 1974
Magnet, "Willow's Song," The Wicker Man, Trunk, 1998
David Lynch and Peter Ivers, "In Heaven (Lady in the Radiator Song)," Eraserhead: Original Soundtrack, I.R.S., 1982
Luniz, "I Got 5 On It (feat. Michael Marshall)," Operation Stackola, C Note, 1995
Mike Oldfield, "Tubular Bells, Part One," Tubular Bells, Virgin, 1973
Tangerine Dream, "Rain In the Third House," Near Dark (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Varèse Sarabande, 1987
Colin Newman, "Alone," A-Z, Beggars Banquet, 1980
Krzysztof Komeda, "Main Title," Rosemary's Baby (Music from the Original Motion Picture Score), Dot, 1968
Bauhaus, "Bela Lugosi's Dead," Press the Eject and Give Me the Tape, Beggars Banquet, 1982
Philip Glass, "Helen's Theme," Candyman (Original 1992 Motion Picture Soundtrack), One Way Static, 2014
Pearl Jam, "Yellow Ledbetter," Lost Dogs, Epic, 2003
In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to country great Loretta Lynn.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by singer-songwriter Kurt Vile and a roomful of fans for a live performance and interview at the Goose Island Brew House in Chicago. The hosts also review new albums by Amanda Shires and Nova Twins.
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Featured Songs:
Kurt Vile, "Wakin on a Pretty Day," Wakin on a Pretty Day, Matador, 2013
Amanda Shires, "Take It Like a Man," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022
Amanda Shires, "My Own Galaxy," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022
Amanda Shires, "Hawk For The Dove," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022
Amanda Shires, "Don't Be Alarmed," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022
Nova Twins, "K.M.B.," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022
Nova Twins, "Cleopatra," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022
Nova Twins, "Antagonist," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022
Kurt Vile, "Pretty Pimpin'," B'lieve I'm Goin Down..., Matador, 2015
The Sadies, "It's Easy (Like Walking) (feat. Kurt Vile)," Northern Passages, Yep Roc, 2017
Kurt Vile, "Mount Airy Hill (Way Gone) (Live on Sound Opinions)," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022
Kurt Vile, "Freeway," Constant Hitmaker, Gulcher, 2008
Kurt Vile, "Flyin (Like a Fast Train) (Live on Sound Opinions)," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022
Kurt Vile, "Like Exploding Stones," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022
Kurt Vile, "Goin on a Plane Today," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022
Kurt Vile, "Wages of Sin," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022
Kurt Vile, "Pretty Pimpin' (Live on Sound Opinions)," B'lieve I'm Goin Down..., Matador, 2015
John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme - Main Title," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he says, on certain days, would be in his top three songs released since 2000.
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As often as possible, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot love to share new, exciting, under-the-radar music. This week, they’ve got a brand new batch of buried treasures. They’ll also hear some selections from the production staff and play messages from listeners.
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Featured Songs:
Cari Cari, "Last Days On Earth," Welcome To Kookoo Island, perla nera, 2022
Say She She, "Pink Roses," Prism, Karma Chief, 2022
Ibibio Sound Machine, "Protection From Evil," Electricity, Merge, 2022
Timothy Bailey & the Humans, "Great Man Singing," Timothy Bailey & the Humans, N/A, 2022
Off Peak Arson, "Vivid," Vivid (Single), 3131749 Records DK, 2022
Lev UFO, "Again!," Again! (Single), LevUFOrever Galactic, 2022
Brittany Davis, "I Choose to Live," I Choose to Live (EP), Loosegroove, 2022
Shannon & The Clams, "Year Of The Spider," Year Of The Spider, Easy Eye, 2021
Lifeguard, "I know I know," I know I know (Single), Born Yesterday, 2022
Polyphia, "Playing God," Playing God (Single), Rise, 2022
CMAT, "I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!," If My Wife New I'd Be Dead, AWAL, 2022
Jake Blount, "Didn't It Rain," The New Faith, Smithsonian Folkways, 2022
Korean Boyfriend, "Millions of Reasons," Yellow, Flowers, 2022
Big Joanie, "In My Arms," Back Home, Kill Rock Stars, 2022
Oneida, "Beat Me to the Punch," Success, Joyful Noise, 2022
Pale Blue Eyes, "Star Vehicle," Souvenirs, Full Time Hobby, 2022
Idles, "Danny Nedelko," Joy as an Act of Resistance, Partisan, 2018
Jimmie Anderson, "Hero," Hero (Single), Jimmie Anderson, 2018
MUNA, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Muna, Saddest Factory and Dead Oceans, 2022
Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022
Kurt Vile, "Like Exploding Stones," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022
In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to drummer Anton Fier by adding a song to the Desert Island Jukebox and sharing two life lessons he learned from interacting with Fier.
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Author Marissa Moss's new book "Her Country" details the challenges the country music industry puts before female artists. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Moss about three artists who've succeeded in spite of the obstacles. Plus, they review new albums from Santigold and Sudan Archives and hear feedback from listeners.
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Featured Songs:
Kacey Musgraves, "Merry Go 'Round," Same Trailer Different Park, Mercury Nashville, 2013
Santigold, "High Priestess," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022
Santigold, "Fall First," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022
Santigold, "No Paradise," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022
Santigold, "Shake," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022
Sudan Archives, "Selfish Soul," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022
Sudan Archives, "Ciara," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022
Sudan Archives, "OMG Britt," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022
Sudan Archives, "ChevyS10," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022
Sudan Archives, "NBPQ (Topless)," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022
Mickey Guyton, "Black Like Me," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021
Maren Morris, "My Church," HERO, Columbia Nashville, 2016
The Highwomen, "Loose Change," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019
Mickey Guyton, "What Are You Gonna Tell Her?," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021
Kacey Musgraves, "Good Ol' Boys Club," Pageant Material , Mercury Nashville, 2015
Boogie Down Productions, "Jack of Spades," Ghetto Music: The Blueprint of Hip Hop, Jive/RCA, 1989
Sinéad Lohan, "Diving to be Deeper," No Mermaid, Interscope, 1998
Off Peak Arson, "Vivid," Vivid (Single), 3131749 Records DK, 2022
In this bonus episode, Jim shares a song from a forgotten Canadian act that he recently heard in the German TV show, Kleo.
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Over 20 years later, Common’s album Like Water for Chocolate remains a socially conscious, hip hop masterpiece. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit an interview they did with Common during this time, plus they talk about the music, production history and lasting impact.
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Featured Songs:
Common, "The Light," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Common, "Time Travelin' (A Tribute to Fela)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Common, "Take It EZ," Can I Borrow a Dollar?, Relativity, 1992
Common, "I Used to Love H.E.R.," Resurrection, Relativity, 1994
D'Angelo, "Brown Sugar," Brown Sugar, Virgin, 1995
Common, "Funky for You," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Common, "A Song for Assata," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Common, "Payback Is a Grandmother," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Common, "The 6th Sense," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Common, "Thelonius," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Common, "Geto Heaven, Pt. 2 (Remix T.S.O.I.) [feat. Macy Gray]," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Common, "A Film Called (Pimp)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
Kanye West, "We Don't Care," The College Dropout, Roc-A-Fella, 2004
Kendrick Lamar, "Institutionalized (feat. Bilal, Anna Wise & Snoop Dogg)," To Pimp a Butterfly, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2015
Kacey Musgraves, "justified," Star-Crossed, MCA Nashville, 2021
In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to the jazz organist Joey DeFrancesco, who died on August 25, 2022.
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This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome Pedro The Lion to the Goose Island Tap Room in Chicago for a live performance and interview. David Bazan recently brought back the Pedro The Lion band name for a five album cycle about each of the places he lived while growing up. The second installment, Havasu, came out earlier this year. Plus Jim and Greg review new albums from Horsegirl and Julia Jacklin.
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Featured Songs:
Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022
Horsegirl, "Billy," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022
Horsegirl, "Live and Ski," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022
Horsegirl, "Anti-glory," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022
Horsegirl, "Homage to Birdnoculars," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022
Julia Jacklin, "Ignore Tenderness," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022
Julia Jacklin, "I Was Neon," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022
Julia Jacklin, "Too In Love To Die," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022
Julia Jacklin, "End of Friendship," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022
Julia Jacklin, "Be Careful With Yourself," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022
Pedro the Lion, "Foregone Conclusions," Achilles Heel, Jade Tree, 2004
Pedro the Lion, "Don't Wanna Move (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022
Pedro the Lion, "Magazine," Control, Jade Tree, 2002
Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022
Pedro the Lion, "Teenage Sequencer," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022
Pedro the Lion, "Making the Most of It (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022
Common, "Time Travelin' (A Tribute to Fela)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he learned about from this article in Bust magazine.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs about oceans, lakes and rivers. Plus, we revisit a conversation and live performance at the Goose Island Tap Room in Chicago with singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers.
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Featured Songs:
Neil Young, "I'm the Ocean," Mirror Ball, Reprise, 1995
Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
Enya, "Orinoco Flow," Watermark, Warner Music, 1988
Led Zeppelin, "The Ocean," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973
Frank Ocean, "Moon River," Moon River (Single), Boys Don't Cry, 2018
Nova Mob, "Admiral of the Sea," The Last Days of Pompeii, Rough Trade, 1991
The Beach Boys, "Sail On, Sailor," Holland, Reprise, 1973
The Velvet Underground, "Ocean," VU, Verve, 1985
Procol Harum, "A Salty Dog," A Salty Dog, Regal Zonophone, A&M, 1969
Otis Redding, "(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay," The Dock of the Bay, Volt, 1968
PJ Harvey, "Down By The Water," To Bring You My Love, Direct Brands, 1995
Talking Heads, "Take Me to the River," More Songs About Buildings and Food, Sire, 1978
Phoebe Bridgers, "Motion Sickness," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
Phoebe Bridgers, "Scott Street (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
Phoebe Bridgers, "Funeral," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
Phoebe Bridgers, "Chelsea," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
Phoebe Bridgers, "Steamroller," Killer, Pax Am, 2015
Phoebe Bridgers, "Demi Moore," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
Phoebe Bridgers, "Killer," Killer, Pax Am, 2015
Phoebe Bridgers, "You Missed My Heart," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022
In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Lamont Dozier, who co-wrote many of Motown's biggest hits.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their conversation with Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club drummer Chris Frantz. They discuss his memoir, the dynamics of the Talking Heads and working with Brian Eno (ding!) The hosts also share some of their favorite Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club tracks.
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Featured Songs:
Talking Heads, "Once In a Lifetime," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980
Talking Heads, "New Feeling," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977
Talking Heads, "Pyscho Killer," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977
Talking Heads, "Pulled Up," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977
James Brown, "I'll Go Crazy," Live at the Apollo, King, 1963
Talking Heads, "Don't Worry About the Government," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977
Tom Tom Club, "Genius of Love," Tom Tom Club, Sire, 1981
Talking Heads, "And She Was," Little Creatures, Sire, 1985
Talking Heads, "Take Me to the River," More Songs About Buildings and Food, Sire, 1978
Al Green, "Take Me to the River," Al Green Explores Your Mind, Hi, 1974
Talking Heads, "Born Under Punches (The Heat Goes On)," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980
Talking Heads, "The Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)," Speaking in Tongues, Sire, 1983
Talking Heads, "I Zimbra," Fear of Music, Sire, 1979
Tom Tom Club, "You Sexy Thing," Dark Sneak Love Action, Sire, 1991
Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense , Sire, 1984
Talking Heads, "The Lady Don't Mind," Little Creatures, Sire, 1985
Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in reaction to a biographical show he recently watched, but did not like.
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There have been many great songs about acts of heroism big and small, and in times like these, boy do we need heroes and heroines! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about heroes. They’ll also hear selections from the production team and review the new albums by Beyoncé and Drive-By Truckers.
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Featured Songs:
Bonnie Tyler, "Holding Out for a Hero," Footloose: Original Soundtrack of the Paramount Motion Picture, Columbia, 1984
Beyoncé, "BREAK MY SOUL," Renaissance, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022
Beyoncé, "COZY," Renaissance, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022
Beyoncé, "ALIEN SUPERSTAR," Renaissance, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022
Beyoncé, "THIQUE," Renaissance, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022
Drive-By Truckers, "The Driver," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO, 2022
Drive-By Truckers, "Welcome 2 Club XIII," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO, 2022
Drive-By Truckers, "Every Single Storied Flameout," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO, 2022
Drive-By Truckers, "Wilder Days," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO, 2022
Aimee Mann, "Save Me," Magnolia: Music from the Motion Picture, Reprise, 1999
John Lennon, "Working Class Hero," John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, Apple, 1970
The Impressions, "We're a Winner," We're a Winner, ABC, 1968
The Kinks, "Celluloid Heroes," Everybody's in Show-Biz, RCA Victor, 1972
The Flaming Lips, "Waitin' for a Superman," The Soft Bulletin, Warner Bros., 1999
The Stranglers, "No More Heroes," No More Heroes, United Artists, 1977
ONE OK ROCK, "Save Yourself," Save Yourself (Single), Fueled By Ramen, 2022
Family of the Year, "Hero," Loma Vista, Nettwerk, 2012
Elton John, "I'm Still Standing," Too Low For Zero, Geffen, 1983
Billy Bragg, "There Is Power in a Union," Talking With The Taxman About Poetry, Elektra, 1986
Rhianna, "Umbrella (feat. Jay-Z)," Good Girl Gone Bad, Def Jam, 2007
Natalie Merchant, "Ophelia," Ophelia, Elektra, 1998
David Bowie, ""Heroes"," "Heroes", RCA, 1977
Nas, "Hero (feat. Keri Hilson)," Untitled, Def Jam, 2008
Talking Heads, "Once In A Lifetime," Remain In Light, Sire, 1980
Jim has a conversation with director, writer and producer Jessica Hopper about her four part docuseries on EPIX about Women Who Rock. She also shares some desert island jukebox picks, one highlighting badass bassist Kira Roessler of Black Flag and another giving love to the legendary group Labelle.
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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. Plus Greg Kot adds a song by Gene Clark to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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Featured Songs:
The Stooges, "T.V. Eye," Fun House, Elektra, 1970
The Stooges, "Down On The Street," Fun House, Elektra, 1970
The Stooges, "Loose," Fun House, Elektra, 1970
The Stooges, "Dirt," Fun House, Elektra, 1970
The Stooges, "1970," Fun House, Elektra, 1970
The Stooges, "Fun House," Fun House, Elektra, 1970
The Stooges, "L.A. Blues," Fun House, Elektra, 1970
Iggy Pop, "Dum Dum Boys," The Idiot, RCA, 1977
The Stooges, "I Wanna Be Your Dog," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969
The Stooges, "Not Right," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969
MC5, "Rocket Reducer N.62 (Rama Lama Fa Fa Fa)," Kick Out The James, Elektra, 1969
The Stooges, "No Fun," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969
The Stooges, "Loose (Demo Version)," Fun House (2005 Deluxe Edition), Elektra, 2005
The Stooges, "Slide (Slidin' The Blues)," Fun House (2005 Deluxe Edition), Elektra, 2005
Bread, "It Don't Matter to Me," Bread, Elektra, 1969
The Kingsmen, "Louie Louie," The Kingsmen In Person, Wand, 1963
The Stooges, "T.V. Eye (Takes 7 & 8)," Fun House (2005 Deluxe Edition), Elektra, 2005
The Stooges, "1970 (Take 3)," Fun House (2005 Deluxe Edition), Elektra, 2005
Iggy and The Stooges, "Louie Louie (Live)," Metallic K.O., Jungle, 1976
James Brown & The Famous Flames, "I Feel All Right (Live 1967)," Live at the Apollo, Vol. II, Polydor, 1968
John Coltrane, "A Love Supreme Pt 2 Resolution," A Love Supreme, Impulse!, 1965
The Doors, "Touch Me," The Soft Parade, Elektra, 1969
The Stooges, "1969," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969
Sonic Youth, "Kool Thing," Goo, DGC, 1990
Minutemen, "Maybe Partying Will Help," Double Nickels On The Dime, SST, 1984
Mission of Burma, "The Ballad of Johnny Burma," Vs., Ace of Hearts, 1982
Depeche Mode, "Dirt," Exciter, Mute, 2001
The Damned, "I Feel Alright," Damned Damned Damned, Stiff, 1977
Radio Birdman, "T.V. Eye," Radios Appear, Trafalgar, 1977
Nirvana, "Scentless Apprentice," In Utero, DGC, 1993
Mudhoney, "Touch Me I'm Sick," Touch Me I'm Sick (Single), Sub Pop, 1988
The Stooges, "Down On The Street (Single Mix)," Down On The Street (Single), Elektra, 1970
Gene Clark, "Some Misunderstanding," No Other, Asylum, 1974
David Bowie, "Heroes," "Heroes", RCA, 1977
Greg pays tribute to the late singer and songwriter of The Delfonics, William Hart, with his song "Didn't I Blow Your Mind This Time?" from the film Jackie Brown.
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This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the history of music movies with author Fred Goodman. From The Beatles to Metallica, they explore rock on film. Plus, the hosts review new music by Liz, Muna and Perfume Genius.
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Featured Songs:
Lizzo, "Special," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022
Lizzo, "Grrrls," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022
Lizzo, "Naked," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022
Lizzo, "Everybody's Gay," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022
Perfume Genius, "Pop Song," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022
Perfume Genius, "Hellbent," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022
Perfume Genius, "Eye in the Wall," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022
Lizzo, "About Damn Time," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022
Muna, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022
Muna, "What I Want," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022
Muna, "Kind of Girl," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022
The Beatles, "A Hard Day's Night," A Hard Day's Night, United Artists, 1964
Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous (Music From the Motion Picture), DreamWorks, 2000
Richard O'Brien, Patricia Quinn, Little Nell, "Time Warp," The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ode, 1975
Lhasa de Sela, "Love Came Here," Lhasa, Audiogram, 2009
The Stooges, "Down On the Street," Fun House, Elektra, 1970
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox from a Netflix series about the Swedish criminal Clark Olofsson.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share new music that isn't getting the attention it deserves- they call them "buried treasures." The show's staff joins in sharing their picks as well. Plus they listen to recent feedback from listeners.
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Featured Songs:
Dehd, "Bad Love," Blue Skies, Fat Possum, 2022
Oliana, "Jupiter," Jupiter (Single), Oli x Tooti, 2022
Body Type, "Buoyancy," Everything Is Dangerous But Nothing's Surprising, Poison City, 2022
Taqbir, "Aisha Qandisha," Taqbir EP, self-released, 2021
Momma, "Medicine," Household Name, Polyvinyl, 2022
Mayyadda, "BlackGirlMagic (Acoustic Remix)," BlackGirlMagic (Acoustic Remix) (Single), Mayyadda, 2022
O.N.E. The Duo, "Stuck In The Middle," Stuck In The Middle (Single), Visionary, 2022
Say Sue Me, "To Dream," The Last Thing Left, Damnably, 2022
Hater, "Renew, Reject," Sincere, Fire, 2022
Ethel Cain, "Crush," Inbred, Daughters of Cain, 2021
Holland Patent Public Library, "Joe Pera Sits With You," Joe Pera Talks With You: Season 3 (Original Soundtrack), Adult Swim, 2022
The Who, "Baba O'Riley," Who's Next, Polydor, 1971
The Venomous Pinks, "No Rules," Vita Mors, SBÄM, 2022
Dummy, "Mono Retriever," Mono Retriever (Single), Sub Pop, 2022
Crumb, "Balloon," Ice Melt, Crumb, 2021
Chime School, "It's True," Chime School, Slumberland, 2021
Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings, "What If We All Stopped Paying Taxes," Soul Time!, Daptone, 2011
Trombone Shorty, "I'm Standing Here (feat. Gary Clark Jr.)," Lifted, Blue Note, 2022
Tummyache, "Alive Again," Teeth - Single, Tone Tree Music / You + Me, 2022
The Beatles, "A Hard Day's Night," A Hard Day's Night, Parlophone, 1964
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a Hill Country Blues song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was in a recent movie.
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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a Hill Country Blues song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was in a recent movie.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their conversation with director Penelope Spheeris for the 30th anniversary of Wayne’s World. They also discuss directing music videos and the Decline of Western Civilization documentary films. Plus, Jim and Greg review new music from indie artist Bartees Strange and Brooklyn singer-songwriter Yaya Bey.
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Featured Songs:
Bartees Strange, "Mulholland Dr.," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022
Bartees Strange, "Heavy Heart," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022
Bartees Strange, "Tours," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022
Bartees Strange, "Hennessy," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022
Bartees Strange, "Escape This Circus," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022
Bartees Strange, "Hold the Line," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022
Yaya Bey, "keisha," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022
Yaya Bey, "pour up (feat. DJ Nativesun)," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022
Yaya Bey, "alright," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022
Yaya Bey, "i'm certain she's there," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022
Wayne and Garth, "Wayne's World Theme," Wayne's World (Music from the Motion Picture), Reprise, 1992
Red Hot Chili Peppers, "Sikamikanico," Wayne's World (Music from the Motion Picture), Reprise, 1992
Fear, "I Love Livin' in the City," The Record, Slash, 1981
Circle Jerks, "Red Tape (Live)," Group Sex, Frontier, 1980
Motörhead, "Ace of Spades," Ace of Spades, Sanctuary, 1980
The Germs, "Manimal," Gi, Slash, 1979
Black Flag, "Depression," Damaged, SST, 1981
Meat Loaf, "Bat Out of Hell," Bat Out of Hell, Epic, 1977
Megadeth, "In My Darkest Hour," So Far, So Good... So What!, Capitol, 1988
Special Interest, "(Herman's) House," (Herman's) House (Single), Rough Trade, 2022
In this bonus episode, Jim shares a track from a bootleg by one of his favorite bands that gives a new way to understand their growth.
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Susan Jacobs won the first Emmy ever awarded for music supervision. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Jacobs about her work on "Big Little Lies" and other projects. They also talk with author Paul Gorman about his biography of Malcolm McLaren, the legendary manager of the Sex Pistols.
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Featured Songs:
Joe Tex, "A Woman's Hands," A Woman's Hands (Single), Dial, 1967
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
Bill Lee, "Nola-Vocals," She's Gotta Have It - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, Antilles, 1991
Public Image Ltd, "Public Image," Public Image: First Issue, Virgin, 1978
Marvin Hamlisch, "Theme From The Swimmer (Send for Me in Summer) / Big Splash," The Swimmer, CBS, 1968
Leon Bridges, "River," Coming Home, Columbia, 2015
Led Zeppelin, "Whole Lotta Love," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969
Led Zeppelin, "What Is and What Should Never Be," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969
Led Zeppelin, "Thank You," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969
Charles Bradley, "Victim of Love (feat. Menahan Street Band)," Victim of Love, Daptone, 2013
Michael Kiwanuka, "Cold Little Heart," Love & Hate, Interscope, 2016
Sylvan Esso, "Come Down," Sylvan Esso, Partisan, 2014
Chicago, "25 or 6 to 4," Chicago, Columbia, 1970
Norman Greenbaum, "Spirit in the Sky," Spirit in the Sky, Reprise, 1969
Dire Straits, "Romeo and Juliet," Making Movies, Warner Bros., 1980
Electric Light Orchestra, "10538 Overture," The Electric Light Orchestra, United Artists, 1971
Simon & Garfunkel, "Mrs. Robinson," The Graduate, Columbia Masterworks, 1968
Harry Nilsson, "Everybody's Talkin'," Aerial Ballet, RCA Victor, 1968
The Acid, "Tumbling Lights," Liminal, Infectious Music, 2014
In this bonus episode, Jim is joined by news contributor Althea Legaspi to discuss the music industry's response to the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe vs. Wade, the sentencing of R. Kelly and Robert Chiarito of the New York Times joins to discuss the Highland Park shooter's music connections.
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The year is more than half over, and that means it’s time to share the music we’ve loved the most the last six months. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reveal their best albums of 2022 so far.
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Featured Songs:
Sharon Van Etten, "Darkness Fades," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022
The Smile, "The Opposite," A Light for Attracting Attention, XL, 2022
The Smile, "You Will Never Work In Television Again," A Light for Attracting Attention, XL, 2022
Pedro The Lion, "First Drumset," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022
Saba, "Few Good Things (feat. Black Thought & Erin Allen Kane)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022
Spiritualized, "Always Together With You," Everything Was Beautiful, Fat Possum, 2022
K.O.G., "Immigration," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022
K.O.G., "Hewale (Interlude)," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022
K.O.G., "Ebenezer," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022
Jack White, "Eosophobia," Fear of the Dawn, Third Man, 2022
Jack White, "Hi-De-Ho (feat. Q-Tip)," Fear of the Dawn, Third Man, 2022
Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul, "Thank You," Topical Dancer, Deewee, 2022
Mitski, "That's Your Lamp," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022
Mitski, "Love Me More," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022
SASAMI, "Say It," Squeeze, Domino, 2022
The Linda Lindas, "Nino," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022
Sharon Van Etten, "Come Back," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022
Wet Leg, "I Don't Wanna Go Out," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022
The Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was a top ten hit in the U.S. in 1983 and included some pre-teen members.
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their interview with British singer Yola, who is in the new Elvis film playing Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Plus they review the new album from Angel Olsen and pay tribute to music writer Chrissie Dickinson.
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Featured Songs:
Angel Olsen, "Big Time," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022
Angel Olsen, "All The Good Times," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022
Angel Olsen, "Right Now," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022
Sharon Van Etten and Angel Olsen, "Like I Used To," Like I Used To (Single), Jagjaguwar, 2021
Angel Olsen, "Dream Thing," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022
Angel Olsen, "Go Home," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022
Angel Olsen, "Through The Fires," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022
Yola, "Starlight," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021
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 , "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021
Yola, "Diamond Studded Shoes," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021
Miranda Lambert, "Gunpowder & Lead," Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Columbia Nashville, 2007
Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox whose author didn't like it much initially, but has come around in recent years.
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In 1982, the Los Angeles punk rock band X put out its album Under the Big Black Sun. 40 years later, it's still great! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with X vocalist and bassist John Doe all about the album and the band's impact. They'll also chat with him about his new solo album and his work in television and film.
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Featured Songs:
X, "The Have Nots," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
X, "The Hungry Wolf," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
Bob Dylan, "As I Went Out One Morning," John Wesley Harding, Columbia, 1967
John Doe, "Never Coming Back," Fables in a Foreign Land, Fat Possum, 2022
X, "Riding with Mary," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
X, "Motel Room in My Bed," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
Germs, "Lexicon Devil," (GI), Slash, 1979
The Screamers, "122 Hours Of Fear (Live at the Target)," Live in San Francisco: Sept 2nd 1978, Target Video, 2004
The Dils, "I Hate the Rich," I Hate the Rich (Single), What?, 1977
Circle Jerks, "Stars and Stripes," Wild in the Streets, Step-Forward, 1982
X, "Los Angeles," Los Angeles, Slash, 1980
X, "We're Desperate," Wild Gift, Slash, 1981
X, "Under the Big Black Sun," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
X, "Adult Books," Wild Gift, Slash, 1981
X, "Dancing with Tears in My Eyes," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
X, "Because I Do," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
X, "Blue Spark," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
X, "Come Back to Me," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
X, "Real Child of Hell," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
The Gun Club, "She's Like Heroin to Me," Fire of Love, Ruby, 1981
Los Lobos, "Will the Wolf Survive?," How Will the Wolf Survive?, Slash/Warner Bros., 1984
The Del Fuegos, "Don't Run Wild," Boston, Mass., Slash, 1985
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Henry Lee (feat. PJ Harvey) ," Murder Ballads, Mute, 1996
Isobel Campbell & Mark Lanegan, "Revolver," Ballad of the Broken Seas, Cooking Vinyl Limited, 2006
Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye and Concord, 2021
In this bonus episode, Jim adds an incredible song to the Desert Island Jukebox that has surfaced on a few soundtracks in recent years.
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As the leader of Galaxie 500 and Luna, Dean Wareham is an indie rock legend. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Wareham about five albums that shaped his music over the course of his career.
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Featured Songs:
Galaxie 500, "Tugboat," Today, Aurora, 1988
Dean Wareham, "Cashing In," I Have Nothing To Say To The Mayor Of L.A., Double Feature, 2021
Velvet Underground, "Waiting For My Man (Live)," 1969 Velvet Underground Live With Lou Reed, Mercury, 1974
Velvet Underground, "What Goes On (Live)," 1969 Velvet Underground Live With Lou Reed, Mercury, 1974
Velvet Underground, "Friends," Squeeze, Polydor, 1972
Velvet Underground, "Over You (Live)," 1969 Velvet Underground Live With Lou Reed, Mercury, 1974
Lene Lovich, "Bird Song," Flex, Stiff, 1979
The Feelies, "The Boy With the Perpetual Nervousness," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980
The Feelies, "Crazy Rhythms (Live)," Unreleased, NA, 1986
The Feelies, "Loveless Love," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980
The Clash, "The Magnificent Seven," Sandinista!, CBS, 1980
The Clash, "Lose This Skin," Sandinista!, CBS, 1980
The Clash, "Career Opportunities," Sandinista!, CBS, 1980
The Clash, "Garageland," The Clash, Epic, 1979
Galaxie 500, "Don't Let Our Youth Go To Waste," Today, Aurora, 1988
Modern Lovers, "Don't Let Our Youth Go To Waste," The Original Modern Lovers, BOMP, 1981
Dean Wareham, "The Past Is Our Plaything," I Have Nothing To Say To The Mayor Of L.A., Double Feature, 2021
Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers, "Chewing Gum Wrapper," Rockin' And Romance, Twin/Tone, 1985
Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers, "The Baltimores," Rockin' And Romance, Twin/Tone, 1985
Luna, "Moon Palace," Penthouse, Elektra, 1995
Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers, "Down In Bermuda," Rockin' And Romance, Twin/Tone, 1985
Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers, "I Must Be King," Rockin' And Romance, Twin/Tone, 1985
New Order, "Dreams Never End," Movement, Factory, 1981
New Order, "Dreams Never End (Live)," Unreleased, NA, 1981
New Order, "Temptation 12"," (Single), Factory, 1982
Howard, "Falling," Religion, Fashion People, 2015
Andy White, "Religious Persuasion," Rave On Andy White, Stiff, 1986
Men At Work, "Who Can It Be Now?," Business As Usual, Columbia, 1981
Velvet Underground, "Who Loves The Sun," Loaded, Cotillion, 1970
Old 97's, "Barrier Reef," Too Far To Care, Elektra, 1997
X, "The Hungry Wolf," Under The Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982
In this bonus episode, Jim interviews two of the winners of the first annual Sound Opinions Arts Criticism Prize.
The scholarship was awarded to three Columbia College Chicago students in the Professional Writing Program in the Department of English and Creative Writing: (read winning reviews at these links)
Connor Salata, for a theater review written for Lloyd Sach's Reviewing the Arts class
Hallie Newnam, for a music review in Jim's Reviewing the Arts Honors class
Nick Vazquez, for a music review in Jim's Reviewing the Arts Honors class
For this episode, Jim spoke with Hallie and Nick about the reviews that won them the prize.
Thanks to The Goldschmidt Foundation for funding the Sound Opinions Prize.
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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
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
The Loud Family, "Jimmy Still Comes Around," 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
Devo, "Whip It," Freedom of Choice, Warner, 1980
Devo, "Uncontrollable Urge," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner, 1978
Wilco, "Ashes of American Flags," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2001
Motorcade, "Static," See You In the Nothing, IDOL, 2022
Galaxie 500, "Tugboat," Today, Aurora, 1988
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from the New Zealand band Tall Dwarfs.
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From "Who Let The Dogs Out?" to "Where Have All The Flowers Gone?", all sorts of songs ask questions. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by production staff to share their favorite question songs. Plus Jim and Greg review new albums by Kendrick Lamar and Florence + The Machine.
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Featured Songs:
Kendrick Lamar, "United in Grief," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022
Kendrick Lamar, "Mirror," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022
Kendrick Lamar, "Auntie Diaries," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022
Kendrick Lamar, "Mother I Sober (feat. Beth Gibbons)," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022
Kendrick Lamar, "We Cry Together," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022
Florence + The Machine, "King," Dance Fever, Polydor, 2022
Florence + The Machine, "Free," Dance Fever, Polydor, 2022
Florence + The Machine, "Girls Against God," Dance Fever, Polydor, 2022
The Shirelles, "Will You (Still) Love Me Tomorrow," Tonight's the Night, Scepter, 1960
Barry Mann, "Who Put the Bomp," Who Put The Bomp, ABC, 1961
Tubeway Army, "Are 'Friends' Electric?," Replicas Redux, Atco, 1979
Baha Men, "Who Let the Dogs Out," Who Let the Dogs Out, S-Curve, 2000
Pixies, "Where is My Mind?," Surfer Rosa, 4AD, 1988
The Clash, "Should I Stay or Should I Go," Combat Rock, Epic, 1982
Rina Sawayama, "Who's Gonna Save U Now," SAWAYAMA, Dirty Hit, 2020
Elvis Costello and the Attractions, "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding," Armed Forces, Radar, 1979
Dolly Parton, "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That," White Limozeen, Columbia, 1989
The Chi-Lites, "Have You Seen Her," (For God's Sake) Give More Power to the People, Brunswick, 1971
A Tribe Called Quest, "Can I Kick It?," People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm, Jive, 1990
Tupac Shakur, Mos Def, "Can U C the Pride In the Panther," The Rose That Grew From Concrete Volume 1, Interscope, 2000
Pulp, "Do You Remember the First Time?," His 'n' Hers, Island, 1994
R.E.M., "What's the Frequency, Kenneth?," Monster, Warner, 1994
Aimee Mann, "Red Vines," Bachelor No. 2 (Or, the Last Remains of the Dodo), Superego, 1999
In this bonus episode, Jim has an epic interview with his old friend Tim Sommer about his unbelievable life in the music industry. From his punk rock college radio days on WNYU to his art rock band Hugo Largo to working for Warner Bros in A&R and signing Hootie and the Blowfish, they cover it all. Sommer has a new book out about his experiences called "Only Wanna Be With You."
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For the 50th anniversary of Exile on Main St., hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a classic album dissection of the iconic Rolling Stones record. They tell the story of the album’s recording, analyze the songs and reflect on its lasting musical impact.
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Featured Songs:
The Rolling Stones, "Soul Survivor," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "All Down the Line," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Wild Horses," Sticky Fingers, Rolling Stones, 1971
The Rolling Stones, "Ventilator Blues," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Rocks Off," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Rip This Joint," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Tumbling Dice," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Flying Burrito Brothers, "Sin City," The Gilded Palace of Sin, A&M, 1969
The Byrds, "You Ain't Goin Nowhere," Sweetheart of the Rodeo, Columbia, 1968
The Everly Brothers, "All I Have to Do is Dream," All I Have to Do is Dream (Single), Cadence, 1958
The Rolling Stones, "Torn and Frayed," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Happy," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Title 5," Exile on Main St. (Deluxe Edition), Universal, 2010
The Rolling Stones, "Sympathy For The Devil (Live)," Beggars Banquet, Rolling Stones, 1968
The Rolling Stones, "I Just Want To See His Face," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
James Cleveland & the Angelic Choir, "Peace Be Still," Peace Be Still , Savoy, 1963
The Rolling Stones, "Let It Loose," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Sweet Black Angel," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Shine A Light," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Rolling Stones, "Loving Cup," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Band, "In a Station," Music From Big Pink, Capitol, 1968
The Rolling Stones, "Stop Breaking Down," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
Pussy Galore, "Loving Cup," Exile on Main St., Shove, 1986
White Stripes, "Rag & Bone," Icky Thump, Warner Bros., 2007
Liz Phair, "Johnny Sunshine," Exile in Guyville, Matador, 1993
Red Red Meat, "Rusted Water," Jimmywine Majestic, Sub Pop, 1993
New York Dolls, "Trash," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973
The Clash, "Death or Glory," London Calling, CBS, 1979
Wilco, "Monday," Being There, Reprise, 1996
Kings of Leon, "Taper Jean Girl," Aha Shake Heartbreak, Columbia, 2004
The Black Keys, "Do the Rump," The Big Come Up, Alive , 2002
The Rolling Stones, "Shake Your Hips," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972
The Lovin' Spoonful, "Do You Believe in Magic," Do You Believe in Magic, Kama Sutra, 1965
In this bonus episode, Jim talks with visual artist Steve Keene about his new book "The Steve Keene Art Book" and the album covers he painted for Pavement, Apples In Stereo and Silver Jews.
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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
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to an electronic music pioneer who died in April.
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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a shoegaze song named after a woman to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in memory of a singer whose band blended Bach and rock.
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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.
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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
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a buried treasure track to the Desert Island Jukebox. It sure is getting sandy in here...
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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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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
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.
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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
In this bonus podcast, Greg pays tribute to two idiosyncratic greats of soul and funk who we lost in February.
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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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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
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.
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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
Jim pays tribute to the late Rachel Nagy of the Detroit Cobras, dead at the age of 37.
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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
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."
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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
In this bonus episode, Jim shares a classic of Chicago house music that was reworked into one of his favorite singles on 2021.
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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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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
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.
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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
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.
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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
In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a one-hit-wonder from 1996 to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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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
In this bonus episode Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox inspired by a favorite TV show from his favorite director.
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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.
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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
In this bonus podcast Jim interviews hip hop artist Matt Muse and Greg pays tribute to three music world luminaries who recently passed.
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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
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.
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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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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
In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an under-appreciated band from the late-80s indie scene.
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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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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
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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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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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
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.
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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
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a Halloween song performed by a favorite soul singer to the Desert Island Jukebox.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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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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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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
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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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.
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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
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.
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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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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
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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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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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
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."
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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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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
In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox by a band that actually cooked on stage.
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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.
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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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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
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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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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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
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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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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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
In this bonus podcast Greg pays tribute to Don Everly, who died August 21 at age 84.
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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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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
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.
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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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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
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.
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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
Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a 1970s singer he'd written off previously.
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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
Stu Mackenzie of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard analyzes the song that led him to pursue a life in music.
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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
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.
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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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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
Jim plays a song that paved the way for riot grrrl, but wasn't immediately appreciated as substantive art when it was released.
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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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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
In this bonus podcast Jim adds a track from 1990 by a Scottish power pop band that is still going strong today.
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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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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
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.
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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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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
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.
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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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Jack Ingram, Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, "Homegrown Tomatoes," The Marfa Tapes, Vanner, 2021
Jack Ingram, Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, "Waxahachie," The Marfa Tapes, Vanner, 2021
girl in red, "Rue," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021
girl in red, "Serotonin," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021
girl in red, "Apartment 402," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021
girl in red, "Hornylovesickmess," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021
The Mississippi Mass Choir, "When I Rose This Morning," I'll See You in the Rapture, Malaco, 1996
Johnnie Taylor, "Disco Lady," Eargasm, Columbia, 1976
King Floyd, "Groove Me," King Floyd, Chimneyville, 1970
Jean Knight , "Mr. Big Stuff," Mr. Big Stuff, Stax, 1971
Dorothy Moore, "Misty Blue," Misty Blue, Malaco, 1976
Z.Z. Hill, "Down Home Blues," Down Home Blues, Malaco, 1982
The Golden Nuggets, "Gospel Train," Gospel Train (Single), Malaco, 1973
The Jackson Southernaires, "Hold To God's Unchanging Hand," Down Home, Malaco, 1982
Mahalia Jackson, "Move On Up A Little Higher," Move On Up A Little Higher (Single), Apollo, 1947
The Mississippi Mass Choir, "Call Him Up Part 1," "Live" In Jackson, Mississippi, Malaco, 1989
The Georgia Mass Choir, "Joy," I Sing Because I'm Happy, Savoy, 1992
Wale, "Sue Me (feat. Kelly Price)," Wow... That's Crazy, Every Blue Moon, 2019
LaShun Pace, "I Know I've Been Changed," He Lives, Savoy, 1991
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.
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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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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
Greg pays tribute to the bassist of one of the greatest black rock bands ever.
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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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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
Jim shares a song to celebrate getting his Pfizer vaccination.
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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.
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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
We share more stories from Merry Clayton that didn't fit into our prior episode.
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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.
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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
Greg shares a song that was inspired by missing a show because of the weather.
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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
Jim adds another song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a hero of early synthesis and a friend of Stevie Wonder's.
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Music: "Colossus" by Scanglobe from Nul Tiel Records
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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
Greg takes the long way around to playing a song that was championed by The Grateful Dead.
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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.
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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
Jim discovers a new-to-him British blues band that kind of invented stoner rock.
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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
Jim pays tribute to an old friend.
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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
Jim adds a song that he hunted down after watching Judas and the Black Messiah.
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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
Greg pays tribute to a dynamic duo of retired robots and one of their notable collaborators.
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
Jim pays tribute to Tom Stevens of The Long Ryders.
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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
Jim adds a song to the Jukebox he was reminded of by the film, "Promising Young Woman."
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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
Mary Wilson of the Supremes was our guest in January 2020 on WBEZ. We revisit that conversation in memory of Mary, dead at 76.
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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
Greg plays his favorite song by a son of a famous father.
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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
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
Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox after watching Ma Rainey's Black Bottom on Netflix.
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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
Greg is thinking about the late MF DOOM and here shares his first appearance on record.
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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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Featured Songs:
| Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Simple Man," Lynyrd Skynyrd (Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd), MCA, 19731. Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Simple Man," Lynyrd Skynyrd (Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd), MCA, 1973Simon & Garfunkel, "America," Bookends, Columbia, 1968Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous, Dreamworks, 2000Stillwater, "Love Thing," Love Thing (Single), not released, 2000The Replacements, "Within Your Reach," Hootenanny, Twin/Tone, 1983Miley Cyrus, "Plastic Hearts," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Miley Cyrus, "Midnight Sky," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Miley Cyrus, "Night Crawling (feat. Billy Idol)," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Miley Cyrus, "High," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Miley Cyrus, "Bad Karma (feat. Joan Jett)," Plastic Hearts, RCA, 2020Madvillain, "All Caps," Madvillainy, Stones Throw, 2004Madvillain, "Accordian," Madvillainy, Stones Throw, 2004Shonen Knife, "We're A Happy Family," Osaka Ramones, P-Vine, 2011Nana Adjoa, "She's Stronger," Big Dreaming Ants , Bloomer, 2020Carpenters, "We've Only Just Begun," Close To You, A&M, 1970Ulver, "Russian Doll," Flowers Of Evil, House of Mythology, 2020Pylon, "Working Is No Problem," Gyrate, DB, 1980 |
In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to ambient musician Harold Budd.
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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
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
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
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
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
In this bonus episode, Greg provides a roadmap for music listeners interested in getting into jazz.
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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
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.
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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
Greg pays tribute to the recently departed "Honky Tonk Hemingway" in this Desert Island Jukebox pick.
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
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.
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
Greg is inspired by research on the Soul to Soul concert in Ghana in 1971 to dig out the Ghana Soundz compilation from 2002.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jim and Greg explore the background and influence of the Velvet Underground’s debut with a classic album dissection.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite albums of 2018. They also hear picks from Sound Opinions producers and listeners.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Few filmmakers have embodied the punk aesthetic like Alex Cox. He joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to discuss the classic LA punk soundtrack to Repo Man, the making of the Sex Pistols biopic Sid and Nancy, and his fruitful collaborations with Joe Strummer. Plus, a review of the new album from Pharrell Williams's side project N.E.R.D.
As 2017 comes to a close, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot present DJ sets full of some of their favorite songs of the year. They'll also pay tribute to some of the musicians who died in 2017.
Bob Ezrin, the "producer's producer," has been behind the boards for many blockbuster epic albums over the years. He shares stories with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about working on classic albums by Pink Floyd, Alice Cooper, Kiss, and Peter Gabriel. Plus, up-and-coming R&B singer Amber Mark shares the song that got her Hooked on Sonics.
It's time again for the annual Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular! Each year, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by holiday music collector Andy Cirzan who shares a mix of rare Christmas records scavenged from dusty record bins around the world.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot indulge this week in a deep look at their own profession: rock criticism. They're joined by novelist Jonathan Lethem, co-editor of a new anthology of rock criticism, who makes the case for music journalism as great American writing. Plus, they look at the life and career of legendary critic Lester Bangs and review new albums from Chicago gospel legend Mavis Staples and Icelandic multimedia artist Björk.
2017 has been full of highly anticipated releases and unexpected gems from relatively unknown artists. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reveal their lists of the Best Albums of 2017.
Thanksgiving is a time to gather around the dinner table with family and friends to reflect on the past year and give thanks. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs that say "thank you." Plus, the story of the twangy guitar-bass hybrid instrument known as the Bass VI, and Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath shares the song that got him Hooked on Sonics.
Al Green sang some of the most acclaimed soul records of the 1970s. So when he decided to leave it all behind for the church, many questioned why. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss Al Green's life and his pivotal transitional record, The Belle Album, with biographer Jimmy McDonough. Plus, a review of new music from Taylor Swift.
After a seven year gap, veteran rocker Ted Leo has expanded his sonic palette with his latest solo record, The Hanged Man. Written in the wake of emotional and financial turmoil, the album is perhaps his most personal work to date. Ted Leo joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot in front of an audience at the Goose Island Tap Room for an interview and intimate solo performance. Plus, a review of the new album from eclectic Las Vegas singer-songwriter Shamir.
Each season, there's a few highly anticipated albums with a ton of buzz behind them. Then there are other deserving records that won't get that kind of attention. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their latest batch of Buried Treasures: hidden musical gems that everyone ought to hear. Plus, a conversation and live performance from Philadelphia indie rocker Ron Gallo.
Halloween is all about being someone else for a night – and musicians like to put on costumes, too. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite examples of artists temporarily donning a musical costume and performing in a different style under a fake name. Plus, they pay tribute to rock 'n' roll founder Fats Domino. And Toronto Star critic Ben Rayner remembers Gord Downie of the Tragically Hip.
As creator, writer, and star of the critically acclaimed TV comedy Difficult People, Julie Klausner not only crafts the show's jokes but also guides its soundtrack. This week, she joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a hilarious discussion of the show's music and her own musical tastes, and she even attempts to win them over to musical theatre. Plus, Jim and Greg review a new album from Beck and a collaboration between Courtney Barnett and Kurt Vile.
On her debut album HEAVN, Jamila Woods contrasts weighty issues like police violence and the invisibility of black women with a breezy musical touch. The Chicago-based poet, singer, and songwriter joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for an interview and performance. Plus, a review of the new album from St. Vincent, and folk legend Judy Collins tells us about the song that got her Hooked on Sonics.
Tom Petty was a master of the perfect three-chord pop song and an icon of American music. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late Florida rocker. They discuss Petty's tremendous songwriting gifts and revisit their 2003 interview with him on Sound Opinions.
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with gospel and soul legend Mavis Staples. She speaks about her role on the front line of the Civil Rights Movement as part of the Staple Singers and recounts a harrowing story of touring through the Jim Crow South. Plus, a review of the latest from Protomartyr, and a tribute to the late soul singer Charles Bradley.
So many talented musicians perform on Sound Opinions, but we don't always have time to air every song. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite never-before-heard live performances from guests like Courtney Barnett, Drive-By Truckers, and more. Plus, a tribute to Grant Hart of Hüsker Dü.
Some say that making music is a young person's game, but several artists beg to differ. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite "late blooming" musicians - artists that didn't achieve success or even start music until later in life. Plus, the debut album from rock supergroup Filthy Friends, and the song that got Yukimi Nagano of Little Dragon Hooked on Sonics.
Should we hold up a musician's output to a moral standard? Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk about whether art can be evaluated separately from the artist's ethics. Plus, reviews of new releases by The National and Queens of the Stone Age, and tributes to Walter Becker of Steely Dan, and Holger Czukay of the influential "Krautrock" group Can.
The beginning of September means students return to the classroom. Whether you're excited to be back to school or the very thought inspires dread and anxiety, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have put together a playlist to ease back to the grind. Plus, they review albums by LCD Soundsystem and Van Hunt.
The Melvins were an inspiration to the '90s alternative explosion, but the band's unclassifiable sound and uncommercial stance set them apart. In a frank discussion with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot, the Melvins reflect on their career and bust myths about the grunge scene. Plus, singer-songwriter Billy Bragg makes the case for the 1950s skiffle craze as the origin of guitar rock and punk sensibilities in the UK.
Certain artists are perfectionists at heart, and if you want something done right, do it yourself. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite One-Person Bands – artists who have recorded albums playing all the instruments themselves. Plus, reviews of the latest from legendary songwriter Randy Newman and Rhode Island punk band Downtown Boys.
Over his decades long career, Steve Earle has been many things - songwriter, novelist, actor, activist. But for his latest record, So You Wannabe An Outlaw, he went back to the foundation he started from: outlaw country. Steve joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to talk about about those early influences and how he sees his duty as a songwriter. Plus, he performs a special solo set in front of a live audience at the Goose Island Tap Room in Chicago. Plus, a review of the debut album from Chicago rapper Vic Mensa and a tribute to the late Glen Campbell.
If you're looking for something new to round out your summer playlist, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have you covered. They'll dig out some buried treasures - albums not yet in the mainstream but deserve some more attention. Plus, an in-depth look at the history of the wah-wah pedal.
Penelope Spheeris has directed some of the most influential movies about music of all time, from Wayne's World to all three installments of The Decline of Western Civilization films. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Penelope about the 25th anniversary of Wayne's World, her fascinating path as a director, and the legacy of her films. Plus, a review of the new album from Arcade Fire.
The fantasy powerhouse Game of Thrones is returning for its penultimate season. With dragons, knights, and magic on their minds, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot play their favorite songs about fantasy worlds. Plus, a review of the latest from hip-hop stalwarts Public Enemy, and Neil Halstead of Slowdive shares the song that got him Hooked on Sonics.
In part two of our series 1977: The Year Punk Broke, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look at the punk movement stateside with music writer Ira Robbins. They discuss how The Ramones, Talking Heads, and the rest of the CBGB scene inspired generations of artists. Plus, an interview and live performance from Montreal electronic duo She-Devils.
In part one of our two-part series on the historic year 1977, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the punk explosion in the UK with music writer Jon Savage. They discuss important British bands like The Buzzcocks, The Sex Pistols and The Clash and what made them so influential. Plus, they'll review the new record from indie folk band Fleet Foxes, and Big Star's Jody Stephens shares the song that got him Hooked on Sonics.
The Sound Opinions World Tour rolls along, making its next stop in beautiful New Zealand. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take a virtual trip to the other side of the world to explore the best of kiwi music, focusing on the influential jangly pop movement known as the Dunedin Sound. Plus, they review the sophomore album from New Zealand's biggest pop star, Lorde.
There are still six months of 2017 left, but there are already lots of contenders for album of the year. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorites of the year...so far. Plus, we hear picks from Sound Opinions listeners.
Summer is upon us so that means one thing: road trip! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take a virtual cross-country drive playing their favorite songs about American cities, states, and regions from coast-to-coast. Plus, they review the posthumous album from rock and roll legend Chuck Berry.
Keyboard player Benmont Tench was instrumental in the formation of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers in 1976. He's also had a fruitful career as a consummate sideman and session musician, working with artists like Bob Dylan, Stevie Nicks, U2, Johnny Cash, and more. Tench joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for some lively conversation about his successful career in music. Plus, a reappraisal of The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band as it turns 50, and a review of the new album from soul-rocking singer and guitarist Benjamin Booker.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their conversation with the hardest working man in rock, Jack White, recorded at Third Man Records in Nashville. Plus, an exploration into the history of the Rickenbacker 12-string guitar in rock.
Norwegian singer-songwriter and performance artist Jenny Hval has released six albums of ethereal and challenging music. On her latest record, she explores the links between vampirism and the female body. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot speak with Jenny Hval about her career and process. Plus, reviews of the new albums from Harry Styles and Sir the Baptist.
In a world becoming increasingly digital, Galaxie 500 co-founder and author Damon Krukowski says we need to hang on to aspects of analog media. Damon joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to talk about the value of noise, liner notes, and his book The New Analog. Plus, a review of the latest from barroom rockers Low Cut Connie, and Lydia Loveless shares the song that got her Hooked on Sonics.
Some bands are are born, and some are just made up. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite fictional bands from movies, TV, and more. Plus, a review of the new album from cartoon creation Gorillaz, and the strange story of C.W. McCall's trucker hit "Convoy."
The 1967 debut from The Velvet Underground didn't sell many records, but arguably no album in the past half century has had a greater influence on rock music. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot offer a Classic Album Dissection of The Velvet Underground & Nico in celebration of the art-rock classic's fiftieth anniversary.
Perhaps the most essential element of rock ‘n’ roll is a great guitar riff. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite guitar licks of all time. Plus, they review the latest from long-running metal band The Obsessed and pay tribute to the late director Jonathan Demme.
Drive-By Truckers have tackled politics and social issues in their music for decades, but never more strongly than on their latest album, American Band. Members Mike Cooley and Patterson Hood join Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to talk about the record and perform acoustically in front of an audience. Plus, reviews of the new record from rapper Kendrick Lamar and the Danger Mouse-produced album inspired by The Man in the High Castle.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot give their take on several of the biggest new records, from Spoon to Mastodon, in this Review Roundup. Plus, a conversation with Scottish duo Honeyblood.
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. The gospel and soul legend joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for an intimate discussion of her life and career.
Every spring, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot head to Austin, Texas for the sprawling SXSW Music Conference. This week, they report back on their favorite musical discoveries of the festival. Plus, they chat with Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic.
Chuck Berry, one of the architects of rock 'n' roll, has died at age 90. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reflect on the life, music, and enduring legacy of the legendary guitarist and singer.
The proverbial Desert Island Jukebox is filled with songs that hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot would want with them if they were marooned on a remote isle. This week, Jim and Greg hand quarters out to guests like Mary J. Blige, Sleater-Kinney, and Rush to select the tracks they can't live without. Plus, an interview and performance from the Brooklyn rock band Sunflower Bean.
Some artists deliver a fantastic debut album, yet never make another LP again. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot select some of their favorite “one and done” bands and explore what makes these one-album wonders so great. Plus, a review of the new record from multi-genre bassist Thundercat.
From 1962 to 1970, Chicago soul singer Gene Chandler recorded nineteen top forty hits, but he'll forever be known as the "Duke of Earl." As a young artist, he performed across the country, including the Jim Crow South, later transitioning from performer to award-winning producer. Gene Chandler joins hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis for a conversation. Plus, a review of the new album by New Jersey rock band The Feelies.
Many great albums are released each year, but only a handful get the attention they deserve. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some recent Buried Treasures – the best albums that flew under the radar. Plus, they give the drummer some with a tribute to Clyde Stubblefield, James Brown's legendary sideman. And Jason Narducy joins us for a new segment called Hooked on Sonics.
The Gotobeds are known for outrageous stage antics and a biting sense of humor. But behind that is a lyrical sophistication and tight musicianship. The Pittsburgh post-punk band joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a raucous performance in the studio. Plus, a review of the new album from Chicago rapper Lupe Fiasco.
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, love is in the air. And what's more romantic than that cute moment of love at first sight? Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite tracks about first impressions. Plus, they review the new album from DC punk band Priests and pay tribute to the influential composer David Axelrod.
Of all the artists in the English folk revival, Shirley Collins was the most devoted to traditional song. After a nearly 40 year recording hiatus, she's finally released a new album. Shirley Collins joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to discuss her career and her experiences traveling through America to collect field recordings with Alan Lomax. Plus, reviews of the new albums by Japandroids and Ty Segall.
In the 1970s, German art-rockers took psychedelia and added hypnotic drumbeats and innovative synthesizer sounds to create a style known as Krautrock. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect the Krautrock genre and its influential bands like Kraftwerk, Can, and Faust. Plus, they remember the late Maggie Roche of The Roches.
The Album Leaf combines digital and organic instruments to make a unique sound. Bandleader Jimmy LaValle joins Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to talk about the importance of giving electronic music a live experience and how the Album Leaf grew from a side project into a full time gig. Plus, reviews of the new albums from the Flaming Lips and the xx.
It's good to start a new year with a clean slate – and that can mean apologizing to those you've wronged. In that contrite spirit, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs that say "sorry." Plus, a review of the new album from hip-hop duo Run the Jewels.
Esperanza Spalding is a singer/songwriter, a multi-instrumentalist, a librettist, a Grammy winner, and much more. She joins Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a candid conversation about exploding genres and creating her theatrical new record. Plus, the music and legacy of David Bowie, one year after his death.
Sound Opinions closes out 2016 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 2016.
Formed in 1977 in the original British punk wave, The Mekons are still going strong nearly four decades later. The band joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot in the studio to demonstrate its eclectic blend of country, folk, and punk rock. Plus, a review of the new album from R&B singer Dawn Richard.
It's time for the 2016 Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular! Each year, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by holiday music collector Andy Cirzan who shares a mix of rare Christmas records scavenged from dusty record bins around the world.
If you're a music fanatic, the end of the year means one thing: best of lists! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reveal their favorite albums of the year. And Sound Opinions listeners weigh-in with their favorites of 2016.
Artists are also music fans like the rest of us, often paying tribute to the musicians who inspired them. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite examples of Hero Worship in music – songs that name-check great artists from the history of rock and roll. Plus, the Rolling Stones pay tribute to their own blues heroes on a new album.
Studio wizard Jon Brion has composed scores for films by P.T. Anderson and Michel Gondry and produced for artists from Fiona Apple to Kanye West. The multi-instrumentalist also has grown a following for his virtuosic live performances. Jon Brion speaks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about the art of songcraft. Plus, a review of the latest from Scottish R&B singer Emeli Sandé.
Every year, a turkey is saved from its Thanksgiving dinner fate by a presidential pardon. In that gracious spirit, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot give their own Turkey Pardons. They share their picks of lousy artists who still had one redeemable musical moment. Plus, they pay tribute to the great singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen.
Many Americans are thinking a lot about Canada these days. So hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take the Sound Opinions World Tour to Canada explore the music of our neighbor to the north. And we play our favorite performances by Canadian artists from the Sound Opinions archives. Plus, a review of the latest from Texan singer-songwriter Alejandro Escovedo.
In 1971, Marvin Gaye made a career left turn with the album What's Going On, adopting a socially conscious sound that addressed war, racism, and drugs. 45 years later, What's Going On remains as relevant as ever. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot present a Classic Album Dissection of the iconic record. Then, they review a contemporary protest album from Common.
The Handsome Family gained wider notoriety for providing the theme to HBO's True Detective. But the duo's dark, literate songwriting has been acclaimed by critics for decades. Rennie and Brett Sparks of The Handsome Family join hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and performance. Plus, a review of the new album from pop superstar Lady Gaga.
The spookiest time of the year is upon us. To celebrate Halloween, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot turn the show over to listeners who share the songs that tingle their spines the most. Plus, they share their thoughts on Bob Dylan's Nobel Prize and review the latest from singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen.
Beach Slang has wowed critics and audiences alike with its loud, energy filled live performances and unabashedly earnest lyrics. But in front of a live audience at the Goose Island Tap Room, Beach Slang songwriter James Alex strips away the volume, but not the heart, for an intimate acoustic performance and conversation with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot. Plus, the new record by Southern rockers Drive-By Truckers, and the story behind a forgotten garage classic.
The Replacements never had a hit song, but few bands have inspired such a deep personal connection with their fans. Bob Mehr, author of the new biography Trouble Boys, speaks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about the heartbreaking story and enduring legacy of the Minneapolis band. Plus, a review of the new album from Solange and a look at the sample driving Drake's "Hotline Bling."
September is bursting with major new album releases. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot give their take on several of the biggest new records, from Bon Iver to M.I.A. to Against Me!, in this Review Roundup. Plus, they report on Chance the Rapper's music festival and pay tribute to Buckwheat Zydeco.
Trumpeter Herb Alpert has had a remarkable, multifaceted career. In addition to scoring his own hits with the Tijuana Brass in the '60s, he cofounded A&M Records, signing a diverse roster of artists ranging from The Carpenters to Janet Jackson. Herb Alpert joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation. Plus, a review of the new album from legendary band Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds.
Many great albums are released each year, but only a handful get the attention they deserve. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their Buried Treasures of 2016: the best albums that flew under the radar. Plus, they speak with critic Alex Ross about the use of music as a weapon.
Mudhoney was at the forefront of Seattle's exploding music scene in the '80s and '90s, paving the way for grunge with its distorted, chaotic sound. Though the group never received the world-wide attention of its peers Nirvana, Mudhoney has achieved a cult-like longevity. Mudhoney talks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot and performs in front of a hometown Seattle audience. Plus, the new album from Chicago band Wilco, and the psychedelic sample driving a key Beyoncé track.
With lyrics about sun, surf, and young love, there are plenty of songs that welcome in the summer. But how do you musically say goodbye to warm weather and prepare for the fall? Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot swap their swim trunks for their sweaters and share their favorite End of Summer Songs. Plus, a review of the new album from Asheville-based singer-songwriter Angel Olsen.
What goes into writing a hit song? Sound Opinions takes a look at the craft of songwriting, from the Righteous Brothers to Beyoncé. Jim and Greg talk with legendary Brill Building songwriters Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil about their decades long career. Then they talk with Ryan Tedder about penning songs for Adele and Taylor Swift. Plus, a review of the long-awaited new album from Frank Ocean.
With all eyes turned toward the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, the Sound Opinions World Tour makes its next stop in Brazil, a country with an unmatched musical influence on the globe. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the rich musical history of Brazil, including the bossa nova, MPB, and Tropicália phenomena of the 1950s and '60s. Plus, a review of the new album from Chicago fingerpicking virtuoso Ryley Walker.
Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett’s 2015 album Sometimes I Sit and Think and Sometimes I Just Sit was a critical success and Sound Opinions favorite. Her conversational songwriting manages to be simultaneously clever and poignant, and her guitar technique combining lead and rhythm parts is nothing short of impressive. All of her skills are on display as Courtney Barnett joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for an interview and intimate solo performance in front of an audience. Plus, a review of the new album from country singer-songwriter Lydia Loveless
In the late 1950s, Jamaican musicians blended home-grown rhythms with R&B to create ska. The genre's influence quickly spread across the globe, paving the way for the reggae phenomenon. Jim and Greg explore the history of ska from its island origins to its British revival to its most recent punk incarnation. Plus, a review of the debut album from poet and soul singer Jamila Woods.
With an eclectic all-instrumental blend of rock, jazz, dub, electronics, and the avant-garde, Tortoise emerged as the leading band of Chicago’s so-called “post-rock” scene in the 1990s. On its seventh album The Catastrophist, the group has introduced a radical new element: vocals. Tortoise joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and performance. Jim and Greg also explore the history and legacy of the post-rock movement. Plus, a tribute to Alan Vega of Suicide and a review of the new album from British soul musician Michael Kiwanuka.
Moby became the face of techno with the blockbuster success of his 1999 album Play. In his new memoir Porcelain, he explores his origins in the underground rave scene of ‘80s New York up until his mainstream success. Moby joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation. Plus, a review of the new album from post-Riot Grrrl band The Julie Ruin.
It’s not a political rally without a crowd-pumping and uplifting playlist. But political campaign teams are not always great music tastemakers. NPR’s National Political Correspondent Don Gonyea talks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about hearing the same songs over and over on the campaign trail. Then Jim and Greg play campaign managers and make a list of better campaign theme songs. Plus, a review of the long-awaited second album from Australian electronic group The Avalanches.
The London-based quartet Savages made a stunning debut with Silence Yourself in 2013 and established a reputation as a formidable live act. On the 2016 followup Adore Life, the brooding post-punk band tackles something new: love songs. Savages joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and live performance. Plus, reviews of the new albums from Maxwell and DJ Shadow.
We’re barely halfway through the year and already there’s an overwhelming amount of great new music to enjoy. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their lists of the Best Albums of 2016...So Far. Plus, they discuss the “Stairway to Heaven” plagiarism verdict and pay tribute to Parliament-Funkadelic keyboardist Bernie Worrell.
After his pioneering work in Hüsker Dü and his alternative era success with Sugar, Bob Mould shows no signs of slowing down. The legendary songwriter and guitarist joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a live performance and a conversation. Plus, a review of the new collaboration between Neko Case, k.d. lang, and Laura Veirs.
Nervy guitars and pounding drums can perfectly convey the restless sensation of being on the verge of breaking down. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite Anxious Anthems. Then, they review the new album from venerable songwriter Paul Simon.
After making her mark in the indie duo The Fiery Furnaces, singer-songwriter Eleanor Friedberger launched a solo career blending her former band’s experimentalism with classic '70s sounds. She joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and live performance. Plus, a review of the new mixtape from Chicago artist Chance the Rapper.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot conclude their two-part celebration of American icon Bob Dylan as he turns 75. This week, they explore the recording of Blonde on Blonde through his late career renaissance.
Bob Dylan, one of the most iconic American artists of the 20th century, just turned 75 this May. Jim and Greg examine the extraordinary career of the music legend in the first of a two-part series. This week, they explore Dylan's folk days to the moment he went electric.
While the Seattle grunge bands had the commercial success, the Pacific Northwest’s Riot Grrrl scene has an equally important legacy. Jim and Greg look back at feminist punk movement 25 years on. Then they review the new albums from Drake and Radiohead.
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. To celebrate its 50th anniversary, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot present a Classic Album Dissection of Pet Sounds.
Swedish neo-soul singer Seinabo Sey is emerging as a major voice in pop music, blending R&B and African rhythms. She joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and performance. Then they review the new album from pioneering ambient producer Brian Eno.
Music icon Prince died on April 21 at the age of 57. As a singer, guitarist, songwriter, and producer, he dominated the pop charts and had an enormous impact on funk, R&B, and rock. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look back on the life, career, and music of the Minnesota monarch, Prince. Then they review the surprise new album from R&B superstar Beyoncé.
Like all human activity, even rock music has an ecological impact. On this Earth Day, environmentalist Bill McKibben and musician/activist Adam Gardner join Jim and Greg for a discussion about the complicated relationship between music and the environment. Jim and Greg also talk to music supervisor Randall Poster about bringing tunes to the big and small screens.
Producer, songwriter, and record executive L.A. Reid has crafted hits for more than four decades. He joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a candid conversation about the major label system and working with Rihanna, Michael Jackson, Kanye West, and more.
More like H&R Rock: Nothing improves the irritation of filing taxes like a good soundtrack. As we prepare to give back to Uncle Sam, Jim and Greg carry out an audit of the best songs for Tax Day. Then, they review the new album from veteran British rocker PJ Harvey.
While never achieving the commercial success of its alt-rock peers like Nirvana and Smashing Pumpkins, Eleventh Dream Day has outlasted these bands and remain critical darlings. They join Jim and Greg Kot for a conversation and live performance. Plus, a review of the new album from French electronic band M83.
Jim and Greg are back from their annual music-finding mission to the SXSW Music and Media Conference in Austin, TX. Tune in to find out what bands will make the most noise in 2016. Later, they review a new album from Hüsker Dü leader Bob Mould.
1991 was the year punk broke again! Twenty five years later, Jim and Greg explore what made 1991 so special: Nirvana, N.W.A., Lollapalooza and more. Plus a review of the new collaboration between punk veteran Iggy Pop and Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age.
Rock Around the Clock: Time to wind up those pocket watches and chronometers. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take you on a fourth dimensional voyage as they explore their favorite “Songs About Time.” Then they review the surprise album from California rapper Kendrick Lamar.
As we move slowly toward spring, the music release schedule starts heating up as well. Jim and Greg review a bevy of new albums, including records by TEEN, Mavis Staples, Bonnie Raitt and more. Plus, they examine the current state of the recording studio industry.
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 Jim and Greg to discuss the band’s remarkable 40-year career. Then they review the latest album from polarizing rapper Kanye West.
Music played an essential role in uplifting, motivating, and uniting people during the Civil Rights era of the 1950s and '60s. In honor of Black History Month, hosts Jim and Greg explore the powerful music of the Civil Rights Movement, from Mahalia Jackson to Curtis Mayfield and beyond.
Los Lobos has enjoyed a remarkable career for more than forty years, even retaining the same core lineup from its start as an East Los Angeles wedding band in 1973. Los Lobos joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a special interview and performance in front of a live audience.
Despite the gooey romantic marketing, more breakups happen around Valentine’s Day than any other part of the year. For those who get the feeling every February that “Love Stinks,” hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite Anti-Love Songs. Later, they review the new album from Americana songwriter Lucinda Williams.
Patti Smith's Horses forever changed what punk rock could be, beginning with its striking album cover and unforgettable opening line. The album turned 40 in December, so in celebration, Jim and Greg give Horses the Classic Album Dissection treatment. Later they review the new solo album from Clipse rapper Pusha T.
Only a few years into his career, Las Vegas-based singer/songwriter Shamir has already explored house, disco, indie pop, country, and countless other styles. He joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot in the studio for a stripped-down performance and conversation about refusing to be pigeonholed, performing personal songs in front of crowds, and gender identity. Then, a review of the sophomore album from post-punk band Savages.
Sound Opinions remembers pioneering music icon David Bowie. The pop chameleon died of cancer on January 10, 2016. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot also review the singer's new album Blackstar, which came out on his 69th birthday, only two days prior to his death.
English producer and engineer Glyn Johns has been behind the board for classic albums by Led Zeppelin, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and the Clash. He joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a candid conversation about being re-worked by Phil Spector, trying to infuse The Eagles with the blues, and more from his storied career. Plus, a review of the latest album from British stadium rockers Coldplay.
Jim and Greg share their favorite songs of the year through their 2015 Mixtapes. Plus, they talk about one of the year's most surprising musical trends: the cassette comeback.
This year Sound Opinions reached the milestone of 500 episodes. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate the accomplishment by reflecting on highlights from the first ten years of the show.
Get out those sleigh bells…it's time for the 2015 Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular. As always, Jim and Greg are joined by Christmas record collector Andy Cirzan who will share a mix of yuletide tunes you won‘t hear anywhere else. This year’s theme is rare country, bluegrass, and hillbilly Christmas music.
Andy's complete 2015 holiday compilation, The Holiday Hangout at Hillbilly Holler, is available as a free download through the end of the year at christmas.soundopinions.org.
With end of the year approaching, it's time to celebrate all the great music we've had the pleasure to hear. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their Best Albums of 2015 and hear nominations from listeners.
From his studio in Memphis, Sun Records founder Sam Phillips was the first to record Elvis Presley, Howlin’ Wolf, Jerry Lee Lewis, and more. Music writer Peter Guralnick joins host Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a discussion about the pioneering rock ‘n’ roll producer. Then Jim and Greg review the new record-setting album from British singer Adele.
The Moog synthesizer is every bit as important to rock history as the Fender Telecaster and the Gibson Les Paul. As the analog synth revival continues in pop music,Jim and Greg examine the history and legacy of the revolutionary instrument. Then they review the new posthumous release from Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain.
Sometimes we look forward to an artist's new release with great expectations, only to be crushed by the result. In honor of Thanksgiving, we present the annual Sound Opinions Turkey Shoot, where Jim and Greg share the biggest musical disappointments of the year. Later they review the new album from Canadian electronic artist Grimes, and Greg drops a quarter in the Desert Island Jukebox.
Sound Opinions pays tribute to New Orleans pianist, producer and songwriter Allen Toussaint who died on November 10, 2015. The music legend chatted with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot in the studio in 2013 after the release of his album Songbook. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review a New Zealand import from The Chills.
Inspired by the artists of the 1950s, Low Cut Connie has dedicated itself to bringing the upright piano back to rock ‘n’ roll. The band (a favorite of President Obama) joins Jim and Greg for a conversation and performance. Then a review of the debut solo album by ZZ Top guitarist Billy Gibbons.
As baseball fans turn their attention to the World Series, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are eager to step up to the plate. They share their favorite examples of musical Grand Slams: four knockout albums in a row. Then they review the new album from Detroit post-punk band Protomartyr.
With the spooky season creeping in, Jim and Greg are beginning to feel a little diabolical. In honor of Halloween, they share their favorite Songs About the Devil. Then, a more angelic sound from singer/songwriter and harpist Joanna Newsom.
Chicago garage-rock band Twin Peaks formed when its members were still in high school. Now the group is playing big festivals and is poised for stardom. They join hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a special live performance and conversation. Plus a review of the new album from Jack White's band The Dead Weather.
As a keyboardist in the legendary recording studios of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, Spooner Oldham wrote and played on dozens of classic hits from Aretha Franklin, Percy Sledge, and more. He joins Jim and Greg for a conversation. Then they review the new album from Janet Jackson.
London Calling, the double album masterpiece by British punk band The Clash, recently celebrated its 35th anniversary. Jim and Greg pay it tribute with a Classic Album Dissection. Then they review the new albums by electronic duo Disclosure and rock icon Keith Richards.
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.
Ever since they formed in 1977, experimental art-punk band Wire has had a tremendous influence on music. And unlike most first wave punks, the group continues to release challenging music into the 21st century. Wire joins Jim and Greg for a special live performance and interview.
Time to sharpen those #2 pencils. With classes back in session, it's time for Jim and Greg to present some more of their favorite Back-To-School songs. Plus, we remember the late, great neurologist and writer Oliver Sacks.
Led by singer/songwriter Alicia Bognanno, Nashville's Bully draws upon the sound of the '90s alternative era to create blistering two-minute anthems. Bully joins Jim and Greg for a discussion and live performance. Plus, the number one album from The Weeknd.
The Isley Brothers have scored hits in six different decades thanks to an ever-evolving sound, stretching from doo-wop to psychedelic funk to disco. Guitarist Ernie Isley joins Jim and Greg for a career spanning discussion.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot put on their white coats once again as the Rock Doctors try to save a patient in desperate musical need. This time they attempt to revive a woman bored by rock’s recent formulaic trends.
Great records are released every year that, for whatever reason, fly under the radar. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot unearth some of their latest musical Buried Treasures. Plus, we hear the untold story of the Patient Zero of music piracy.
Television has entered its Golden Age and music is playing an essential role. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot examine the evolving use of music in commercials and TV shows from Mad Men to Empire to The Voice.
The Grateful Dead has the most devoted following of any rock band in history, but also has its fair share of detractors. Jim and Greg reexamine the legacy of The Grateful Dead as the band celebrates its 50th anniversary. Later, a review of the debut album from Long Beach rapper Vince Staples.
Since 1976, The B-52’s have combined a zany punk attitude with avant-garde sensibilities. Singer Kate Pierson joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation about the band’s history and her first solo album Guitars and Microphones. Then they review the surprise new album from veteran Chicago band Wilco.
Led by multi-instrumentalist Kevin Parker, Australian psych-rockers Tame Impala made huge waves in both hemispheres with the release of their album Lonerism in 2012. They join Jim and Greg for a discussion and live performance. Then, Jim and Greg review the band’s new release Currents.
The hot sun is beating down and we’re busy waxing our surfboards. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share more of their favorite Summer Songs. Plus, they speak with music writer Jessica Hopper about her new anthology of criticism.
Torres, the musical project of Georgia native Mackenzie Scott, has shown off her prodigious songwriting abilities in two critically acclaimed and intensely emotional albums. Torres joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and live performance.
Sound Opinions is celebrating its 500th episode. To mark this milestone, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share highlights from throughout the show’s history and look ahead to the next 500 episodes.
B.B. King, the international ambassador for the blues, passed away in May. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate the life and music of the great guitarist with a classic album dissection of King’s Live at the Regal. Then they review the latest from British folk-rock guitarist Richard Thompson.
The year is only half over, and already there are too many great new records to keep up with. Jim and Greg take a breath and catch you up with the Best of 2015…So Far.
Electronic artist Zola Jesus uses her powerful operatic voice to create a uniquely dark and cinematic sound. She joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and live performance.
Along with the warm weather each year comes record release season, with exciting new albums put out by major artists. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot get you up to speed by offering a review roundup of new releases from Alabama Shakes, Mumford & Sons, Sufjan Stevens, and Van Hunt.
Passion Pit first broke through via MySpace with its danceable electronic sound. But beneath the bright synth-pop are often tortured lyrics about frontman Michael Angelakos’s struggle with manic depression. Angelakos joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a stripped-down performance and frank conversation about his illness. Then, they review the debut record from genre-defying singer Shamir.
The legend of Joy Division continues to grow decades after the death of frontman Ian Curtis. Peter Hook, founding bassist for both Joy Division and its successor New Order, joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to set the record straight on the mythology surrounding his influential bands. Later, a review of the new release from indietronica artist Passion Pit.
After coming out as a trans woman in 2012, lead singer Laura Jane Grace of punk band Against Me! candidly addressed her experience in the critically lauded album Transgender Dysphoria Blues. Against Me! joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a performance and an honest conversation. Later, they review the new album from Britpop heroes Blur.
Even the hardest rockers can take a moment to pay tribute to the people most responsible for getting them to where they are: their mothers. To celebrate Mother’s Day, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite tunes inspired by Mom.
Jazz is one of America’s greatest cultural contributions. But with more than a century of music to explore, it can be hard for rock listeners to find their way in. Jazz writer John Corbett joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot to offer up the Rock Fan’s Guide to Jazz.
It’s been 45 years since Paul McCartney broke away from The Beatles to release his first solo album. To mark the occasion, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk about other artists’ efforts toward Going Solo. Then they review the new album from Modest Mouse.
Riot grrrl pioneers Sleater-Kinney have reunited after a decade-long hiatus to release a blistering new album. They stop by the studio for a performance and a career-spanning interview. Then hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot review the latest from another Northwest band, Death Cab For Cutie.
Drummer Hal Blaine has played on countless hit records as part of the famed group of studio musicians known as the Wrecking Crew. He speaks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about recording with Frank Sinatra, the Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, and more.
Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are on the ground at the annual SXSW conference in Austin, Texas. They’ll share their favorite musical discoveries of this year’s festival. Then they review the new album from rapper Kendrick Lamar.
As Elektra records prepares to celebrate its 65th anniversary, Jim and Greg speak with label founder Jac Holzman about the birth of the modern label system and its diverse roster of artists including Queen, Love and The Doors. Later they review the long-awaited new album from hip-hop duo Cannibal Ox.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot unearth their latest Buried Treasures, revealing their favorite records that have gone otherwise unnoticed by the mainstream in recent months. Then they review the new release from pop icon Madonna.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot don their stethoscopes for another installment of Rock Doctors. This time they help a newly divorced patient in need of a jolt of musical adrenaline. Then they review the new album from New Jersey punk band Screaming Females.
Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason has been the only constant member of the band throughout its entire history. He speaks with Jim and Greg about his half-century with the pioneering psychedelic band and their highly anticipated reunion. Later, a review of the surprise new mixtape from Drake.
Sound Opinions gasses up the byplane and makes its next stop on the World Tour: Cuba. Later they review the posthumous release from gospel icon Pops Staples.
Killer Mike and El-P of Run the Jewels talk about their unique brand of hip-hop and perform songs from one of the most highly acclaimed rap albums of 2014. Then Jim and Greg review the new album from Sub-Pop indie rocker, Father John Misty.
Sometimes a crush has to stay a secret, even when you’d rather proclaim it loudly in candy heart form. In honor of Valentine’s Day, Jim and Greg offer up a bouquet of their favorite songs of secret love. Then they review the new album of Frank Sinatra covers by Bob Dylan.
Last month marked the 45th anniversary of the Rolling Stones' notorious gig at the Altamont Speedway. Stanley Booth was there to witness it, and he literally wrote the book on it. Plus, we've got new albums from Bjork and Lupe Fiasco.
We are talking musical odd couples this week. Take a listen as Jim and Greg play some of the best examples of rock's "Strange Bedfellows." Then they review the long awaited comeback album from Sleater Kinney.
Mary J. Blige, the "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul," joins Jim and host: Greg for a conversation about her two decades in music, keeping it real on American Idol and hopping across the pond to record her new album The London Sessions. Later, Jim and Greg review the new release from Portland folk-rock group The Decemberists.
Veteran indie rockers Spoon return to Sound Opinions for a conversation and live performance of songs off their 8th studio album They Want My Soul.
Jim and Greg present their Mixtapes for 2014 with their favorite songs of the year. And they remember some music greats.
Jim and Greg hand the Desert Island Jukebox remote over to some of their favorite guests. Hear what music Robert Plant, Kelis and Fred Armisen say they can't live without.
Jim and Greg look back at 20 years of the groundbreaking alt-country label Bloodshot Records. Plus a review of the long-awaited new album by soul artist D'Angelo.
Jim and Greg welcome back their favorite bearer of holiday music cheer, collector Andy Cirzan, to share his latest compilation of eclectic and eccentric seasonal tunes. This year, it's a "Holiday Pop Parade."
The end of the year is nigh! Jim and Greg look back at the Best Albums of 2014 and hear some of your picks.
Detroit postpunk band Protomartyr visits the Sound Opinions studio, and Jim and Greg review a new album by the Australian quintet The Preatures.
Jim and Greg are joined by the legendary singer of Led Zeppelin, Robert Plant. Then they review the new album from TV on the Radio.
The Shins frontman James Mercer and super-producer Danger Mouse are the celestial rock duo Broken Bells. The pair joins Sound Opinions in Portland, Oregon for a special live performance and conversation.
Jim and Greg conduct a classic album dissection of Pink Floyd’s epic double concept album The Wall, which celebrates its 35th anniversary in November. But first, they talk music and science with Science Friday host Ira Flatow.
Jim and Greg celebrate Halloween by dabbling in the dark arts with Peter Bebergal, author of "Season of the Witch: How the Occult Saved Rock and Roll." Later they review a new release from Fleetwood Mac frontwoman Stevie Nicks.
While the charts are dominated by old standards like Barbra Streisand and Tony Bennett, there are a ton of exciting, new and lesser-known acts that deserve your attention. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot bring you Buried Treasures.
After finding surprising inspiration in Thin Lizzy in a hotel room, veteran singer-songwriters Aimee Mann and Ted Leo joined forces to form The Both. Tune in for a conversation and live performance. Later Rivers Cuomo and Weezer are back with a new album.
Perhaps the most essential element of rock 'n' roll: The Guitar Riff. Jim, Greg and some listeners break it down and name their favorites. Then they review a new double album from another guitar legend, Prince.
Jim and Greg review some of the season's biggest new releases by U2, Interpol, Leonard Cohen and more.
Jeff & Spencer are "Tweedy." The Wilco frontman and his son join us for a special recording in front of a live audience at Chicago's Lincoln Hall.
As film audiences “Get On Up,” hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look back at James Brown’s classic album Live at the Apollo. Later they review two new albums by Canadian power pop supergroup The New Pornographers and London Trip-Hop singer FKA Twigs.
After a relaxing Labor Day, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot get back into the swing of things by playing the best songs inspired by work. Then they review a new album from the California garage rocker Ty Segall.
New Orleans singer-guitarist Benjamin Booker talks about his blues influences and opening for Jack White and plays songs from his self-titled debut. Later hosts Jim and Greg review the new album from former Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant.
Get out your skinny ties and don your best Flock of Seagulls hairdo. Jim and Greg celebrate Duran Duran, A-Ha and the best of 1980's New Wave with "Mad World" author Lori Majewski. Then, Jim and Greg review the latest album from iconic singer-songwriter Sinéad O'Connor.
Forget about Carmen or Madame Butterfly. Sound Opinions' own divas, Jim and Greg, share their favorite Rock Operas.
Singer Kelis talks music, cooking and "Milkshakes" and performs songs from her aptly titled album Food. Then, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot review the latest from Austin rock band Spoon, and Greg drops a quarter in the Desert Island Jukebox.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot conduct a Classic Album Dissection of The Ramones' 1977 release Rocket to Russia, including a 2007 Sound Opinions interview with the late Tommy Ramone. Tommy died on July 11th and was the last surviving original member of the pioneering punk band. Later, Jim and Greg review a new album from Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers.
Singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash performs songs from her recent album The River & the Thread and talks about carrying on her family's legacy and why there's no love lost between her and country music. This interview was recorded in front of an audience at WXPN in Philadelphia. Later Jim and Greg review the new release from another singer-songwriter, Jenny Lewis.
Sound Opinions celebrates the 30th anniversary of the greatest rock movie ever: This Is Spinal Tap. Jim and Greg turn it up to 11 and discuss the fine line between clever and stupid with comedian and director Rob Reiner. Later they review the new album from English brooder Morrissey.
Jim and Greg unearth some "Buried Treasures": bands that you might not have heard of but should. Then they review new album from First Aid Kit and Brian Eno & Karl Hyde.
Jim and Greg look back at the classic Prince album Purple Rain on its 30th anniversary. They talk to Prince collaborators Wendy & Lisa about the album's avant-garde pop sound and suggestive lyrics. Later they review a new album by the metal band Mastodon.
It's never too early to start making lists! Tune in for The Best Albums of 2014…so far. Later, Jim and Greg review a new contender by Husker Du founder Bob Mould.
Singer-songwriter Angel Olsen shares her dramatic tunes of heartbreak and humor. Later, Jim and Greg review the new album from singer Lana Del Rey.
Guitar virtuoso Richard Thompson of Fairport Convention joins hosts Jim and Greg in the studio for an interview and live performance. Later, Jim and Greg review the new album by fellow guitar rocker Jack White of The White Stripes.
Paging the Rock Doctors! Jim and Greg help a fellow physician find the perfect surgery soundtrack. Plus, Steve Wynn and Scott McCaughey, members of supergroup The Baseball Project, talk about America's two favorite pastimes: Baseball and Rock 'n' Roll. Then, Jim and Greg review the new album from indie songstress Sharon Van Etten.
Warpaint, a quartet from Los Angeles, makes danceable rock and roll and they join us this week on the show. Later Jim and Greg review the new lo-fi covers album from Neil Young.
In honor of Memorial Day our brave men and women in service, Jim and Greg play Songs from the Front Lines. Later, they review the new album from Chris Martin and Coldplay.
With its innovative fusion of traditional folk and country with punk and rock 'n' roll, Uncle Tupelo's album, No Depression, is a genuine milestone in American music, inspiring countless bands and defining what we today call alt-country. Jim and Greg talk to Uncle Tupelo's drummer Mike Heidorn about the 1990 release and its recent reissue. Later, they review new records by Swedish singer Lykke Li and American rockers The Black Keys.
Electronic duo Darkside joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for an interview and live performance. Later they review a new album by experimental pop artist Tune-Yards.
Jim and Greg explore the history and influence of Chess Records. During its 25 year run, the Chicago label put out music by Bo Diddley, Chuck Berry and Muddy Waters—forever changing the sound of rock and roll. Later, they review new albums from Damon Albarn and Kelis.
Get out your hankies! We've got the best musical "Tearjerkers." Then, Jim and Greg review the first record in over 15 years from The Afghan Whigs.
40 years of ABBA! "ABBA Gold" author Elisabeth Vincentelli and Eurovision expert John Kennedy O'Connor speak with Jim and Greg on the 40th anniversary of the sequined Swedes' breakthrough and Eurovision victory.
Jim and Greg talk to Giorgio Moroder, one of the architects of Disco. And they review a new collaboration by Aimee Mann & Ted Leo.
The post-metal quartet Pelican brings its thundering instrumentals to the Sound Opinions studio. And later, Jim and Greg review the latest album from The Hold Steady.
For 45 years The Allman Brothers Band has survived murder, mayhem, death, and addictions. Jim and Greg speak with Alan Paul, author of "One Way Out: The Inside History of the Allman Brothers Band." Later they review the new album from Georgia punk rockers The Black Lips.
Back from their trip to SXSW in Austin, TX, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite bands from the annual music conference. Later, they review the sophomore album from Nick Waterhouse.
With his classic album Double Nickels on the Dime about to turn 30, bassist Mike Watt of Minutemen speaks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot . Later they review new albums from "Happy" Pharrell Williams and The War on Drugs.
Allen Toussaint is a singer, songwriter, producer and all around legend. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer joins us this week to talk about his 60+ year career in music and how New Orleans is in everything he does. Jim and Greg also talk with Morgan Neville, the now Oscar winning director of "20 Feet from Stardom."
Jerry Martini and Cynthia Robinson of Sly & the Family Stone talk about the band's funk innovation, radical politics and Sly's magnetic power. Plus, Jim and Greg roll out the Oscar red carpet and review a new album from the alt-country singer/songwriter Lydia Loveless.
Deltron 3030 take Jim and Greg to the 31st century with songs from Event II. Plus: Old Transfomers vs. New, and why Del the Funky Homosapien, Kid Koala, Dan the Automator, Jim and Greg all take music advice from David Byrne.
Later in the show, Beck gives us his Morning Phase.
With all eyes on Russia for the Olympics, Sound Opinions wants to know where everyone's ears are. Join us this week as we go through the past, present & future of Russian Music on this leg of the Sound Opinions World Tour. Then, Jim and Greg review the new album from breakout singer-songwriter Angel Olsen.
Rockers in Love: Sound Opinions celebrates Valentine's Day with selections by great musical power couples. Later, Jim and Greg review the new album from punk rockers Against Me!
Greg welcomes the recently re-formed Washington D.C. indie band The Dismemberment Plan to the Sound Opinions studio. Then they review the new album from Broken Bells, the collaboration between Shins frontman James Mercer & Danger Mouse.
The Bermuda Triangle: Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot remember bands they thought were destined for big things, but which disappeared with barely a trace. Later, Jim and Greg review a new album by the California indie rock band Warpaint.
The definitive Beatles historian, Mark Lewisohn, talks about the Fab Four before they were legends. His comprehensive new book "Tune In" delves into the band's early years in Liverpool and Hamburg. And Jim and Greg rekindle an age-old Sound Opinions debate: To Bruce or not to Bruce.
Find out how Rodrigo y Gabriela went from headbanging in Mexico to busking in Dublin to headlining festivals around the world. Plus, Jim and Greg remember Phil Everly and Benjamin Curtis of Secret Machines.
A final farewell to 2013--Jim and Greg present their mixtapes with the best tracks of the year. Stream them at http://www.soundopinions.org/. And, find out why Greg fondly remembers Yanni and Jim may never like Britney.
A Very Metal Xmas continues with a look at the Dawn of Metal. Before there was Metallica and Slayer, there was Judas Priest and Black Sabbath. Plus, how did one of the most famed rosters in music history end up at a chair factory in Wisconsin?
We celebrate the holidays Sound Opinions style...with a dose of metal! Jim and Greg look back at Slayer, 30 years after its debut. And they review albums by Beyonce, Norah Jones & Billie Joe Armstrong and Childish Gambino.
Sound Opinions presents a Christmas special like none other. Holiday music collector and expert Andy Cirzan is back with “Rock 'n' Pop Xmas”—Selections from XTC, The Band, The Kinks, The Beatles and more.
Jim and Greg present the Best Albums of 2013, and they hear nominations from guest critics in the listening audience.
Suits—from the managers to the label execs—rock ‘n’ roll is filled with ‘em. Jim and Greg play the best Songs About the Biz. And they discuss the controversial viral ad parodying The Beastie Boys.
Jim and Greg remember Lou Reed and five of his most important releases. Plus, M.I.A. makes a lot of headlines, and now she's made a new album. They review Matangi.
It's Turkey Time! Take out your frustrations on the year's biggest musical disappointments during our annual Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot. And, how does Lady Gaga fare on Artpop?
Parquet Courts brings the humor and punk rock. And Arcade Fire's Reflektor is finally here. Is it a Buy It?
Jim and Greg conduct a Classic Album Dissection of Van Morrison’s Astral Weeks. The landmark release celebrates its 45th anniversary this month. Plus, a review of the chart-topping debut by New Zealand's Lorde.
Neko Case returns to her old Chicago stomping grounds for a special live Sound Opinions recording at The Hideout. Then Jim and Greg review the latest from Sir Paul McCartney.
Kill 'em all, Jim and Greg say. At least when it comes to Halloween tunes. This week they play their favorite Murder Songs. Then, ten albums after Ten, Pearl Jam is back.
Willis Earl Beal shows off his powerhouse voice. Plus, Jim and Greg ponder the powerhouse sales of Kings of Leon
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot get critical with five new record releases from the likes of Justin Timberlake, Elvis Costello, Franz Ferdinand, The Weeknd and HAIM.
Electrifying, intense, experimental, spectacular...however you want to describe Savages, this U.K. quartet is taking over stateside, and we got 'em live on the show. Plus, who won the Polaris Prize? And speaking of Canada, how's the new Drake? Tune in!
Jim and Greg dissect The Replacements’ classic album Let It Be in honor of the band getting back together after a twenty two year hiatus.
Cheap Trick join us live in the studio to celebrate the 35th anniversary of their landmark live album At Budokan. The band members talk about the Beatlemania they experienced in Japan and why they'll steal your guitar, but never your girlfriend. Later, Jim and Greg also review the new album from genre busting R&B singer and songwriter Janelle Monáe.
Time for a visit to the doctor. Don't fret, we mean the Rock Doctors! Plus reviews of new albums by Nine Inch Nails and Sam Phillips.
Think South African music means Paul Simon's Graceland? Then this is the episode for you. Jim and Greg learn where Paul Simon picked up that Kwela guitar when the Sound Opinions World Tour touches down in South Africa.
Jim and Greg mark the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream Speech" with a discussion of the Music of the Civil Rights Movement.
Queens of the Stone Age founder Josh Homme joins Jim and Greg for a conversation in the Sound Opinions studios. (Don't miss his story about meeting John Paul Jones at Medieval Times!) Later on, Jim and Greg review I Hate Music, the new record from indie mainstays Superchunk.
Fleetwood Mac's guitar hero Lindsey Buckingham is live in the Sound Opinions studios. He reveals his guitar influences and dishes on four decades of Fleetwood Mac soap operas.
Who needs lyrics? This week, Jim and Greg play the Best Rock Instrumentals. And later, metal fans rejoice! We've got a review of the new album from doom metal act Trouble.
Jim and Greg break out the metal detector and dig deep for Buried Treasures. They spotlight great albums buried under the Top 40. Then it's back to the charts for a review of the latest from blue-eyed soul singer Robin Thicke
"This Charming Man" Johnny Marr joins Jim and Greg live in the studio. He talks guitar wizardry, his new solo career, and of course The Smiths. Later, Jim and Greg review Run the Jewels, the latest collaboration between MCs Killer Mike and El-P.
Think beat poetry is all about berets and bongos? Think again. Text and Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll author Simon Warner reveals the rockin' side of the beat movement. And later, Jim and Greg weigh in on holy father Jay-Z's Magna Carta Holy Grail.
Danish electro-pop act Indians brings its radiant soundscapes to the Sound Opinions studio. Plus, Black Sabbath are back. Jim and Greg review the nineteenth studio album from the OG's of metal.
The Sound Opinions World Tour lands in Mexico City. Rock journalists Josh Norek and Alejandro Franco are our guides to music south of the border. And back in Chicago, Jim and Greg review One True Vine, the new Jeff Tweedy-produced release from gospel godmother Mavis Staples.
Jim and Greg don their spiffiest suits for a sit-down with Roxy Music's stylish founder Bryan Ferry. And later in the show, they weigh in on Kanye West’s dark new album Yeezus.
The family that plays together, stays together, or so the saying goes. And so in honor of Father's Day, Jim and Greg play music from their favorite Family Bands. Plus they review yet another family effort: the new record from americana act The Handsome Family.
Does January's best album still hold up in June? After submitting their favorite records to months of listening, Jim and Greg unveil the Best Albums of 2013…So Far. Plus, Queens of the Stone Age are back; Jim and Greg review …Like Clockwork.
Johnny Cash’s At Folsom Prison turns 45 this month, and Jim and Greg celebrate with a Classic Album Dissection. Plus they review new records from Brooklyn rockers The National and Dixie Chick Natalie Maines.
Wild Belle brings its brand of reggae-inspired psychedelic pop to the studio. And later, the robots are back. Jim and Greg don their chrome helmets for a review of Daft Punk's highly-anticipated new album Random Access Memories.
Peter Hook seperates fact from Joy Division legend. The influential bassist remembers bandmate Ian Curtis and addresses recent rifts in New Order. And later in the show, Jim and Greg review the next mixtape from up-and-coming Chicago MC Chance the Rapper.
Break out your paisley shirt: psychedelic rockers Tame Impala are live in the studio! Kevin Parker and co. perform tracks from their latest album Lonerism. And later, Jim and Greg review the debut album from buzzed-about post-punk band, Savages.
It's stop number two on the Sound Opinions World Tour, and Jim and Greg are “Big in Japan.” Tokyo-based journalist Daniel Robson gives us an education in J-pop and the Japanese underground. And later, Jim and Greg review UK singer Jessie Ware's stateside debut.
Decades after his death, UK songwriter Nick Drake gets his due. Jim and Greg talk legacy and tribute albums with Drake producer Joe Boyd. And later, they review the new album from Canadian shoegazers The Besnard Lakes.
Philly-based guitar wizard Kurt Vile is live in the studio and ready to shred. Later, Jim and Greg review Bankrupt!, the new album from Sound Opinions alums Phoenix.
Jim and Greg remember a friend and critical hero: Roger Ebert. In 2006, the three critics sat down to talk music movies and Ebert's own rock 'n' roll past. (His story about meeting Sid Vicious will crack you up.) Later in the show, Jim and Greg look past the creepy album art and review the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' latest, Mosquito.
She played the Olympics opening ceremony, now Emeli Sandé takes her soulful pop to the Sound Opinions studio. Jim and Greg talk to the UK songwriter about breaking it big in the U.S. And later in the show, Jim and Greg review the new Jeff Tweedy-produced album from Low.
This Week, Jim and Greg let the sports metaphors fly. They celebrate baseball's Opening Day by running down musical Grand Slams: four knockout albums in a row. Plus, have New Yorkers The Strokes hit it out of the park on album number five?
Jim and Greg are back in one piece from Austin, TX, ready to share their favorite musical finds from the SXSW Music Conference. (What band has Jim declaring he's "seen God"? Tune in to find out.) Later in the show, Jim and Greg weigh in on Justin Timberlake's long-awaited musical comeback,The 20/20 Experience.
Bowie is Back! Jim and Greg talk with longtime Bowie producer Tony Visconti about "Space Oddity," glam, and swinging London. Then they review David Bowie's new album The Next Day, re-igniting their decades-long debate over the pop chameleon's musical legacy.
A decade and a half after Car Wheels on a Gravel Road, alt-country pioneer Lucinda Williams is still rocking out. She and the band drop by the Sound Opinions studios for a chat and live performance. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review the steamy new album from pop duo Rhye.
Jim and Greg kick off the Sound Opinions World Tour with a musical voyage to Sweden. DJ Stefan Wermelin is our guide through Swedish Pop history from ABBA to Robyn. And later in the show, Jim and Greg review the first album from Thom Yorke-led supergroup, Atoms for Peace.
Call it Sound Opinions' antidote to the Grammys: Jim and Greg play tracks they think deserve wider notice during our latest Buried Treasures episode. And later the in show, Jim and Greg review the new album from renaissance man Nick Cave.
Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff is live in the Sound Opinions studio. Plus, guitar great Richard Thompson goes "Electric."
When candy, flowers, and love notes fail, you've still got a shot at wooing your sweetheart back with a great Pleading Song. This Valentine's Day, Jim and Greg share their I Want You Back playlists. And later in the show - a different kind of Valentine. Jim and Greg review the first new music from My Bloody Valentine in 21 years.
The dB's weren't ever big sellers, but they're power pop royalty. This week, the band's live in the Sound Opinions studios. And later in the show, Jim and Greg review the new EP from Beyonce's kid sister, Solange.
South Park fans rejoice! Trey Parker and Matt Stone - the creative minds behind the TV series and the Tony Award-winning musical Book of Mormon - are live in the Sound Opinions studio talking comedy and music. Later, Jim and Greg review new albums from New Order and Parquet Courts.
With tongues planted firmly in cheek, Jim and Greg share their picks for the Best Satirical Songs in rock 'n' roll. Later Greg and our own "Son of Jersey" Jim DeRogatis review the new record from Hoboken's Yo La Tengo.
Indie songstress Aimee Mann visits the Sound Opinions studios. Plus Jim and Greg review the new album, "Unorthodox Jukebox," by Bruno Mars.
Jim and Greg dive into the influential UK genre known as Shoegaze and review the latest record from Outkast's Big Boi.
Jim and Greg give you a soundtrack to kick off 2013 when they reveal their annual Mixtapes. Plus they remember the musical greats we lost this year.
Jim and Greg delve into the mysteries of band chemistry when they explore the history of Supergroups. And later in the show, they review the new album from "Girl on Fire" Alicia Keys.
Every year Jim and Greg set out the cookies and milk, hoping for a visit from Sound Opinions' own Kris Kringle, crate-digging DJ Andy Cirzan. This year, Andy joins us for a special soul music edition of our Holiday Spectacular: Santa Soul.
Jim and Greg have made their lists and checked ‘em twice. Now the big moment has arrived. Without further ado: The Best Albums of 2012.
Divine Fits – the duo of Spoon’s Britt Daniel and Handsome Furs’ Dan Boeckner – pay a visit to the Sound Opinions studios. And later in the show, Rihanna's making news again, but how's the music? Jim and Greg review the queen of pop's ubiquitous new album, Unapologetic.
Jim and Greg celebrate power pop innovators Big Star. The band's debut album #1 Record turns 40 this year. Plus does former "Turkey" Chris Cornell redeem himself with the new Soundgarden release?
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it's time for Jim and Greg to take aim at the year's biggest musical turkeys. They run down 2012's biggest musical disappointments in our annual Turkey Shoot. And later, they review the new record from Oakland-based agit-rappers The Coup.
John Cale co-founded the Velvet Underground with Lou Reed, but he hasn't been sitting on his laurels. This week, the inveterate art rock experimenter is live in the Sound Opinions studio. Plus Jim and Greg don their paisley shirts for a review of the latest album by Australian psychedelic rockers Tame Impala.
Get ready for some screamin', some pleadin' and some shimmyin'. Fifty years after it was recorded, Jim and Greg look back at James Brown's Live at the Apollo album with his biographer RJ Smith. Then they review Neil Young's 2nd album of 2012 and the debut record from Compton rapper Kendrick Lamar.
"Monster Mash" not quite cutting it with the jaded trick-or-treaters in your neighborhood? Well you're in luck. On this year's Sound Opinions Halloween Special, Jim and Greg share some Monster Songs sure to send chills up the kids' spines. And later in the show, they review the new album from Salem-based metal band Converge.
Grab those earplugs - loud guitars ahead. Ty Segall and his band join Jim and Greg for a live taping of Sound Opinions at Chicago's Lincoln Hall. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review much-buzzed new records from R&B newcomer Miguel and indie rock royalty Grizzly Bear.
Jim and Greg host Passion Pit frontman Michael Angelakos at the Sound Opinions studios. Michael opens up about his production style and mental health struggles, and gives one of our favorite stripped-down live performances ever. Later, Jim and Greg review the new Justin Townes Earle produced release by Queen of Rockabilly Wanda Jackson.
Jim and Greg don their stethoscopes and become the Rock Doctors. Their patient? Acclaimed comic book writer and illustrator Mark Crilley. They'll see if they can't give this self-proclaimed musical softie a harder edge. Plus they review the new chart-topping album from Mumford & Sons.
Canadian garage rockers Japandroids join Jim and Greg onstage for a special taping of Sound Opinions Live at Chicago's Lincoln Hall. And later Jim and Greg review new releases from Green Day and The XX.
Rapper, record mogul, and underground hip-hop producer El-P is live in the studio. Plus Jim and Greg review Tempest, the 35th studio album from American music legend Bob Dylan.
Jim and Greg share some of their favorite music under the mainstream radar in the latest installment of Buried Treasures.
The punk supergroup OFF! performs live in the studio. Plus Jim and Greg review new records from Cat Power and Bob Mould.
Jim and Greg revisit their conversation with The Apples in Stereo’s Robert Schneider about the Elephant 6 Recording Collective. Plus, they review Anastasis, the new record from longtime 4AD band Dead Can Dance.
Jim and Greg celebrate the best Days of the Week songs, and follow it up with a review of Brooklyn band Yeasayer's third album "Fragrant World."
In part two of our series 1977: The Year Punk Broke, Jim and Greg look at the punk movement stateside with music writer Ira Robbins. And later, Jim and Greg review the self-titled new album from afropop band Antibalas.
In part one of our two-part series on the historic year 1977, Jim and Greg explore the punk explosion in the UK with music writer Jon Savage. And later, they review "Researching the Blues" from LA power pop band Redd Kross.
Jim and Greg sit down with the hardest working man in rock, Jack White, at Third Man studios in Nashville.
Singer Lydia Loveless writes country songs with punk rock flair. She performs tracks from her latest release, Indestructible Machine, live in the studio. Plus, Jim and Greg review new releases from Mission of Burma and Passion Pit.
Forty years after its release, David Bowie’s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars gets the Classic Album Dissection treatment. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review "channel ORANGE" the much-anticipated new release from R&B star Frank Ocean.
Singer Kelly Hogan visits the studio. A sought-after collaborator for the likes of Neko Case and Andrew Bird, Hogan’s powerful voice shines through on her new solo record, I Like to Keep Myself in Pain. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review new releases from Emeli Sande and Hot Chip.
In the past weeks, Greg and Jim’s inboxes have filled up with new releases from Patti Smith, Best Coast, Ty Segall, and others. Tune in as they review them during our Summer Record Review Roundup.
Van Hunt’s eclectic R&B incorporates influences from Sly Stone to Bowie. He and the band stop by the studio to perform songs from their latest album, What Were You Hoping For? Plus, Jim and Greg review the new Fiona Apple.
Jim and Greg love lists so much they can’t wait until the end of the year to make them. Tune in to hear The Best Albums of 2012...So Far. And later, Neil Young and Crazy Horse take on the American songbook on "Americana."
On the occasion of Willie Nelson's 66th studio release, Jim and Greg review the American icon's wide-ranging career with Texas music authority Joe Nick Patoski. But first, Jim and Greg get an education in K-pop, the Korean musical export poised for U.S. success.
Jim and Greg explore the growing genre of Electronic Dance Music and the new rave generation with writer Philip Sherburne. Then they review "Not Your Kind of People," the first new album from Garbage in seven years.
Jim and Greg go "Disco" and remember Donna Summer. Plus a review of the latest from ephemeral pop duo Beach House.
James Mercer of The Shins stops by to showcase songs from the band’s new album Port of Morrow. Later, Jim and Greg review the new collaboration between Norah Jones and Danger Mouse.
Jim and Greg celebrate Mother’s Day with their favorite Songs About Mom. Plus, they remember late Beastie Boy Adam "MCA" Yauch.
Modern folk rocker Sharon Van Etten performs live in the studio. Jim and Greg also review the sophomore release from pop artist Santigold.
The Rock Doctors clinic is open for business. Tune in to hear Drs. Kot and DeRogatis prescribe a dose of new music to some listeners in need. Later they review the new solo record by Jack White.
This week it’s the “Comeback Kids” of rock and roll. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot highlight some of the Best Second Acts in music history. And later in the show, they review the new record from Spiritualized, "Sweet Heart Sweet Light."
Tune in for a live performance from the breakout band of the moment, Alabama Shakes. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new album from rap's Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot conduct a Sound Opinions Classic Album Dissection of Aretha Franklin’s 1972 release Amazing Grace. They talk to author Aaron Cohen about the gospel masterpiece, which was recorded forty years ago. Later, they review the debut album from outsider artist Willis Earl Beale, "Acousmatic Sorcery."
Alison Mosshart and Jamie Hince of The Kills bring their blend of blues grit, melodic vocals and drum-machine beats to the studio. Later Jim and Greg review new albums by the “Queen of Pop,” Madonna, and the “Night Tripper,” Dr. John.
Jim and Greg are back from their annual visit to the SXSW Music Conference with all the news, trends and must-hear bands for 2012. Later they review the new record from the re-tooled Shins, "Port of Morrow."
Jim and Greg talk to English singer, songwriter and producer Nick Lowe about his long career—from the punk and new wave scenes in the ‘70s to his most recent album The Old Magic. Plus, they review the new album from controversial Irish singer Sinead O’Connor.
Jim and Greg revisit their discussion of the history and legacy of the “Revolutionary Made-for-TV Band,” The Monkees with writer Eric Lefcowitz. Monkees teen idol Davy Jones died recently at age 66. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review new releases from Andrew Bird and WZRD.
Fred Armisen of Portlandia and Saturday Night Live talks music and comedy with hosts Jim and Greg. Later in the show, Jim and Greg renew their Bruce Springsteen debate when they review the boss's latest, "Wrecking Ball."
Jim and Greg welcome singer, poet and rapper Dessa and review the latest from electro-pop duo Sleigh Bells.
Sound Opinions continues its celebration of the 45th anniversary of the watershed year 1967. During this episode Jim and Greg focus on the historic Monterey International Pop Festival and its landmark performances during the "Summer of Love".
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Jim, Greg and the listeners name their favorite First Love Songs. And later in the show, forget the meme - what about the music? Jim and Greg review the debut album from Lana Del Rey.
Sound Opinions celebrates the 45th anniversary of one of the most influential years in rock and roll history: 1967. During this episode Jim and Greg explore the evolution of the studio as an instrument and talk about landmark releases by The Beatles, Pink Floyd and The Velvet Underground.
Longtime Blondie frontwoman Debbie Harry looks back at four decades on the cutting edge. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new record from rock poet Leonard Cohen, "Old Ideas."
Short but Sweet – Proving that great things do come in small packages, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot run down some of rock and roll’s best under 2 minute tunes. Plus, The Hold Steady's Craig Finn goes solo: Jim and Greg review "Clear Heart Full Eyes."
Recently reunited quintet The Jayhawks perform classic songs from its catalog, as well as new tracks from the band’s first album in eight years, Mockingbird Time. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review the new mixtape from Canadian R&B artist The Weeknd.
Jim and Greg kick off 2012 with reviews of some big winter releases by Amy Winehouse, The Roots and The Black Keys.
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot ring in the New Year with their annual Mixtapes. They've compiled the Best Songs of 2011 to give you the perfect year-end soundtrack. They also speak with New York Times reporter Ben Sisario about the year’s biggest music news story.
Jim and Greg have handed control of the Desert Island Jukebox over to some of their favorite guests. Members of LCD Soundsystem, Wild Flag, Slayer and more talk about albums and songs they can’t live without.
Tune in for our annual Sound Opinions Xmas Spectacular with holiday obscura collector Andy Cirzan.
It’s the moment all music fans wait for…the end! Without further ado: The Best Albums of 2011.
Horn player Trombone Shorty and his band New Orleans Avenue bring the “Supafunkrock” to the studio. Plus, the record Beach Boys fans have been waiting forty years for - Jim and Greg review "Smile Sessions."
The Rock Doctors Clinic is open for business. And this time Drs. Kot and DeRogatis have their first appointment with a Nobel Prize winner. They talk music with economist and New York Times columnist Paul Krugman. Later they review the new solo album from Oasis’ songwriter-guitarist Noel Gallagher.
Sound Opinions celebrates Thanksgiving with its annual Turkey Shoot. From the butterball to the tofurkey, we run down this year's greatest musical disappointments. Plus, singing and rapping? Jim and Greg see if Drake makes it work on "Take Care."
Indie rock supergroup Wild Flag performs live. Plus, Jim and Greg rate the success of the unlikely collaboration between Metallica and Lou Reed.
Jim and Greg are joined by legendary producer, electronic music pioneer and philosopher Brian Eno. Later they review the latest album by frequent Eno collaborators, Coldplay.
Tune in for Sound Opinions’ annual Halloween celebration featuring scary tunes nominated by listeners from around the country. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new release from the king of creep-rock, Tom Waits.
The Australian electronic pop band Cut Copy performs live in the studio. And later, Bjork turns science teacher. Jim and Greg review the Icelandic artist's latest, "Biophilia."
Hero Worship – Jim and Greg play a collection of songs that name-check great artists from the history rock and roll. And later they review new albums by R&B singer Van Hunt and metal group Mastodon.
Jim and Greg look back at the history and legacy of R.E.M. The alternative rockers announced their breakup after three decades. Plus a review of Wilco's latest, "The Whole Love."
Bob Ezrin, the "producer's producer" talks about working on classic albums by Pink Floyd, Alice Cooper, Kiss and Peter Gabriel. Plus, can Das Racist follow up the hit that was "Combination Pizza Hut and Taco Bell"? Jim and Greg review the hip-hop group's full-length debut, "Relax."
Husband and wife electro-pop duo Handsome Furs perform live in the studio. Later, Jim and Greg review the new record from Sound Opinions alum St. Vincent, "Strange Mercy."
You know it when you hear it, but what is Funk? Jim and Greg trace a history of the genre with legendary bassist Bootsy Collins. And later, they review Lindsey Buckingham's one-man-record "Seeds We Sow."
Folk singer Sam Beam and his band Iron and Wine perform live in the studio. Later, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot review the debut album by female supergroup Wild Flag.
Sound Opinions honors our nation's laborers with the best Songs About Work. And later, Jim and Greg review new albums from Lil' Wayne and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Jim and Greg conduct a Classic Album Dissection of Neil Young's 1979 part acoustic/part electric masterpiece, Rust Never Sleeps. Plus, what do you get when Stephen Malkmus and Beck join forces? Jim and Greg review the Pavement frontman's new record, "Mirror Traffic."
For every arena rocker and summer festival headliner, there are great, unknown artists. This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot highlight these lesser-known gems. Tune in for Buried Treasures, plus a review of the latest from veteran singer/songwriter John Hiatt.
The duo of Damon and Naomi talk about leaving Galaxie 500 and maintaining a rock and roll marriage. They perform music from their new album False Beats and True Hearts, as well as some old favorites. Plus Jim and Greg weigh in on the highly-anticipated Kanye/Jay-Z collaboration, "Watch the Throne."
Tune in for an apperance by The Swell Season on Sound Opinions. The duo of Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová grew famous through their fictional romance in the film Once. Now, there's a new documentary out chronicling their real life relationship. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review new releases from The Cool Kids and Sons & Daughters.
Jim and Greg sit down with influential singer, songwriter and guitarist Bob Mould of Hüsker Dü and Sugar. Mould's new book See a Little Light traces his life and career. Later Jim and Greg review the new record from Sound Opinions hero Brian Eno.
Tune in to hear the unique polyrhythms and vocal experiments of Merril Garbus' veritable one-woman band Tune-Yards.
Jim and Greg look back at the legacy of the revered Chicago label Wax Trax! Records. They’re joined by influential industrial musicians Paul Barker and Chris Connelly. Later in the show, Jim and Greg review Beyonce's "4".
Jim and Greg get a jump on their best-of lists by naming the Top Albums of 2011...So Far. Plus they review "The Light of the Sun," the new record from Jill Scott.
Jim and Greg talk to legendary songwriting duo Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil and get
the stories behind the hits “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling,” “On Broadway” and more. Later in the show, Jim and Greg take on one of the most buzzed-about records of the year so far, Bon Iver's "Bon Iver, Bon Iver."
Arcade Fire is in the studio to perform live and talk about their rise from small indie band to chart topping Grammy winners.
Jim, Greg and listener guest critics say Happy Father's Day with their favorite Songs About Dad.
Sound Opinions concludes its 70th birthday series on Bob Dylan by looking at the singer/songwriter's career renaissance. Jim and Greg learn about Dylan in the studio from engineer and producer Mark Howard.
Mike Watt of the California punk band The Minutemen talks about the band's history, legacy and influential album Double Nickels on the Dime.
Jim and Greg are joined by the Minnesota trio Low for a live performance and conversation about religion, rock and mixing music with marriage.
Jim and Greg look back at the history and legacy of the feminist punk movement Riot Grrrl. They talk to Sara Marcus, author of Girls to the Front.
Jim and Greg continue their appreciation of Bob Dylan. This week they are joined by legendary music figure Al Kooper as Dylan goes electric.
Southern rockers Drive-By Truckers pull up to the studio to perform live and talk with Jim and Greg.
Jim and Greg talk with Butch Vig about acting as producer, and therapist, to some of the biggest names in the business, including Nirvana, Sonic Youth and Smashing Pumpkins. Later they review the Vig-produced album by the Foo Fighters.
The Sound Opinions Tax Day Special: Jim and Greg provide the perfect soundtrack to help the listeners beat their tax day blues.
As Bob Dylan approaches his 70th year, Jim and Greg go back to the beginning. Tune in as they look at Dylan's folk years — from protest singer to the the voice of a generation.
Jim and Greg made it back from their annual trip to the SXSW Music Festival in Austin, TX. They'll share their new discoveries for the year to come.
Jim and Greg look at the role of sampling in music today. They talk about the history of this postmodern art form and subsequent legal debates with Kembrew McLeod, producer of Copyright Criminals.
Scottish rock group The Vaselines are back together in the Sound Opinions studio to perform some old gems, as well as new tunes from their recent release Sex With an X.
Jim and Greg talk about the birth of rock and roll and the modern label system with Elektra Records founder Jac Holzman. Later in the show, they review the hit new album by British singer Adele.
Jim and Greg sit down with Andy Gill and Jon King, founders of the pioneering post-punk group Gang of Four. Plus they review the new album from Radiohead.
Jim and Greg dive into the history and legacy of the “Revolutionary Made-for-TV Band,” The Monkees with writer Eric Lefcowitz.
Rock and roll is filled with songs about Unrequited Love. This week Jim, Greg and listeners from around the country pick their favorites for Valentine's Day.
Musical duo Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan stop by the studio. Plus more music news and reviews.
Twenty years later, Jim and Greg look back at 1991, the year that gave us Nirvana, Guns N’ Roses and Lollapalooza.
Members of the North Carolina band Superchunk stop by to talk about their two decades of DIY-indie rock. They perform songs from their latest release Majesty Shredding.
Jim and Greg discuss the business of hip-hop with Dan Charnas, author of The Big Payback.
Jim and Greg present their 2010 Mixtapes with their favorite songs of the year. They'll also review the new posthumous release by Michael Jackson.
Jim and Greg revisit their Classic Album Dissection of Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonder. Later they review new records by French duo Daft Punk and British singer Duffy.
Tune in for the annual Sound Opinions Christmas Spectacular featuring weird and wonderful holiday tunes curated by record collector Andy Cirzan.
Jim and Greg conduct a career-spanning interview with musician and producer James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem.
Sound Opinions Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot: Jim and Greg give thanks by taking out this year’s biggest musical disappointments.
Kurt Cobain called them the the best band in the world. Now Teenage Fanclub joins Jim and Greg in the studio for a conversation and live performance. Then they review the new album from Kanye West and Jim drops a quarter into the Desert Island Jukebox.
Indie pop trio Best Coast visits the show to perform its unique mix of girl-group harmonies and shoegaze rock. Plus, decades after Roxy Music, Bryan Ferry has a new solo record.
It’s time for another Sound Opinions Halloween Special. Jim and Greg have once again scoured the dark underbelly of rock and roll to find the creepiest songs for the season. Plus they hear what tunes give the heebie jeebies to listeners from across the country.
Later in the show Jim and Greg give a Buy It, Burn It, Trash It rating to the new album by Scottish pop band Belle and Sebastian.
Jim and Greg celebrate one of the 20th century’s greatest musical innovations: The Moog. Plus, they review the new album by “Band of Brothers” Kings of Leon.
Jim and Greg conduct a Classic Album Dissection of Pink Floyd's landmark concept album The Wall.
Find out why Neu! truly deserves it’s ! Tune in to hear Jim and Greg’s conversation with German rock pioneer and Neu! co-founder Michael Rother. And stay tuned for reviews of the latest from Swedish pop singer Robyn and American indie rockers Superchunk.
After every successful debut comes the dreaded “Sophomore Slump.” This week Jim and Greg highlight artists that managed to defeat this streak and release a “Sophomore Success”. Then its time to review Grinderman's sophomore album, Grinderman 2.
Up and coming garage rock duo White Mystery stops by for a conversation and live performance. Then we review the new collaboration between John Legend and The Roots.
Jim and Greg sit down with members of the influential metal band Slayer to talk about speed, Satan and Tipper Gore. Plus Jim and Greg review new albums from Weezer and Richard Thompson.
Jim and Greg give Buy It, Burn It, Trash It ratings to big new releases including the Jeff Tweedy-produced album by Mavis Staples and the latest by "Golden God" Robert Plant.
Join Jim and Greg on a Sound Opinions Summer Road Trip. They talk to folks coast-to-coast to find out what's happening in some great music towns across the country. Then Greg pops a quarter in the Desert Island Jukebox.
Jim and Greg conduct a Classic Album Dissection of T. Rex’s quintessential glam rock release Electric Warrior.
Buried Treasures: Jim and Greg dig up a new chest of lesser known musical gems you need to hear.
Jim and Greg explore the history and influence of Chess Records. During its 25 year run, the Chicago label put out music by Bo Diddley, Chuck Berry and Muddy Waters—forever changing the sound of rock and roll.
Go ahead, call 'em ironic, call 'em slackers...just be sure to tune in to hear Pavement's Stephen Malkmus talk about the band's history, influence and recent reunion. Jim and Greg also review the new release by Arcade Fire.
This one’s for you, Britpop fans! We’ve got record producer Stephen Street talking about his work with The Smiths, Morrissey, Blur and more. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new record by pop provocateur M.I.A., and Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox.
Off the Rails: Jim and Greg call out some of rock’s great artists who took terrible career turns. Then Jim and Greg review albums by Big Boi and Alejandro Escovedo.
The Rock Fan’s Guide to Country: Tune in as Chrissie Dickinson, music writer and former editor of The Journal of Country Music, proves why country music deserves our respect. Then Jim and Greg review the new albums from The Roots and The Scissor Sisters.
One year after Michael Jackson’s death, Jim and Greg explore the legacy of the King of Pop’s most famous album with Nelson George, author of Thriller: The Musical Life of Michael Jackson. Plus Jim and Greg review the new albums from Eminem and Wolf Parade.
Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders joins Jim and Greg in the studio to debut her new project JP, Chrissie & The Fairground Boys. Later, Jim and Greg review big summer releases from pop star Christina Aguilera and rapper Drake.
Guilty Pleasures: Jim, Greg & some brave listeners reveal their musical Guilty Pleasures. Plus, Jim and Greg review new albums by veteran rocker Tom Petty & rapper Rhymefest.
The Best Albums of 2010...So Far: Jim and Greg name their mid-year favorites. They also talk to theater critic Chris Jones about Broadway’s rock ‘n’ roll influences.
Jim and Greg are joined by Dave Tompkins, author of How to Wreck a Nice Beach, a history of the vocoder from World War II to Hip-Hop. Tompkins reveals the instrument’s secret military past and funk roots.
Ultra-melodic French rockers Phoenix join Jim and Greg in the studio to perform songs from their hit 2009 album Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix. Plus they review the new album from Bettye LaVette and Greg drops a quarter into the Desert Island Jukebox.
Rock Doctors Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot conduct their first rock and roll intervention. They help a listener with a musical addiction...before it’s too late. Plus Jim and Greg review new albums from The National and Janelle Monae.
The xx has quietly taken the U.S. by storm. Now the British electronic trio is live in the Sound Opinions studio. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new album from The Dead Weather.
Buried Treasures: With over 100,000 records released every year, it’s easy for some gems to fall through the track. This week Jim and Greg unearth some of their favorites.
Somali-born performer K’Naan visits the show to talk about poetry, politics and hip hop. Plus, he and his band perform live in the studio.
New records are blooming like crazy this spring. Jim and Greg catch up on new releases from MGMT, LCD Soundsystem, Hole and more.
Jim and Greg are joined by the Baltimore duo Beach House and review the new Erykah Badu record.
Jim and Greg conduct a Classic Album Dissection of the landmark release London Calling by the Clash.
Rock trio Vivian Girls stop by for a conversation and live performance. Plus Jim and Greg review the new album from Usher.
Jim and Greg are back from the SXSW Music Festival to tell you what bands to watch in 2010. Plus they review the latest album from She and Him.
Jim and Greg explore the roots of one of the most influential music genres today: Synth-Pop. Plus they review the collaboration between Danger Mouse and the Shins' James Mercer, Broken Bells.
Jim and Greg explore the roots of one of the most influential music genres today: Synth-Pop. Plus they review the collaboration between Danger Mouse and the Shins' James Mercer, Broken Bells.
Jim and Greg discuss the impact of radio on the music industry and music fans. Tune in to hear their favorite Songs about Radio.
At the Movies co-hosts A.O. Scott of the New York Times and Michael Phillips of the Chicago Tribune join Jim and Greg to talk movies, music and the Oscars. Plus they review albums from Gil-Scott Heron, Johnny Cash and Jim drops a quarter into the Desert Island Jukebox.
Jim and Greg welcome Weezer front man Rivers Cuomo for a conversation and one-of-a-kind, live punk performance. Plus they review the latest album from Brooklyn indie-rockers Yeasayer.
Jim and Greg celebrate Valentine’s Day by playing their favorite songs to set the mood. They also hear romantic picks from listeners across the country.
The Rock Doctors are back in session just in time for Valentine’s Day. They provide two listeners some musical couples counseling.
The always provocative electro-pop artist Peaches joins Jim and Greg for a conversation and live performance. Plus they review an album from Charlotte Gainsbourg and Jim drops a quarter in the Desert Island Jukebox.
Jim and Greg are joined by Black Francis of the Pixies for a Classic Album Dissection of the band’s 1989 landmark release Doolittle.
Jim and Greg review some of 2010’s biggest new releases including albums by Lil Wayne, Spoon and Lady Gaga. Plus, it’s Jim’s turn to add a song he can’t live without to the Desert Island Jukebox.
Chicago rapper Kid Sister joins Jim and Greg to talk about her new album Ultraviolet and perform live in the studio.
Jim and Greg mark the beginning of a new year by looking at the decade past. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the most important musical moments of the 2000’s. Plus, they present their ultimate Mixtapes of the Decade.
Jim and Greg have handed the jukebox quarters over to their guests. Members of Franz Ferdinand, The Hold Steady, The Flaming Lips and more add music they can’t live without to the Desert Island Jukebox.
The Sound Opinions Xmas Spectacular: Our very own Kris Kringle, Andy Cirzan, is back for this highly anticipated holiday show. Andy has a new batch of weird and wonderful holiday songs to share.
The Best Albums of 2009: Jim and Greg have made their lists...checked them twice...and are ready to proclaim the top albums of the year.
Dhani Harrison visits the show with his band Thenewno2. Harrison, the son of the late Beatle George, talks to Jim and Greg about his musical upbringing, the perils of celebrity and even The Prisoner.
Sound Opinions’ Annual Turkey Shoot: It’s time to put those musical turkeys out of their misery...and ours. Tune in to hear Jim and Greg’s biggest musical disappointments of 2009.
San Francisco trio The Dodos visits Sound Opinions to showcase their unique mix of Western pop and African rhythms.
School of Prog Rock: Jim and Greg explore the fantastical world of Progressive Rock with Charles Snider, author of The Strawberry Bricks Guide to Progressive Rock.
Tune in to hear those signature Grizzly Bear harmonies and melodies. Jim and Greg talk to the band in front of a live studio audience at the House of Blues Chicago. And later they take on metal giants Slayer.
Sound Opinions celebrates Halloween with the best Scary Rock Songs. Jim and Greg play their favorites and hear some of yours.
Jim and Greg welcome the quartet behind one of their favorite albums of the year: Phoenix. The French imports talk about being lost in translation and perform live in our studio.
Singer and songwriter Ani DiFranco visits the show to perform songs from her new album Red Letter Year and talk about her influences, politics and indie spirit.
Weird Instruments of Rock: Forget guitar, bass and drums. This week’s episode is all about theremin, ocarina and of course, more cowbell please!
Jim and Greg explore the phenomenon of music video games with one of the brains behind Guitar Hero and Rock Band, Greg LoPiccolo.
Love 'em or hate 'em, Bono and U2 are one of the biggest forces in music today. Tune in to hear Jim and Greg trace their path from Dublin kids to stadium giants. Later they review the new album from heavy metal band Anvil.
Jim and Greg list their favorite Songs About Work and review new albums from Phish and Vivian Girls.
Jim and Greg list their favorite Songs About Work and review new albums from Phish and Vivian Girls.
(500) Days of Summer star Zooey Deschanel visits the show to perform with She & Him partner M. Ward. Later Jim and Greg review the new album from Arctic Monkeys.
(500) Days of Summer star Zooey Deschanel visits the show to perform with She & Him partner M. Ward. Later Jim and Greg review the new album from Arctic Monkeys.
Mix one famous musician and stir in some others. It can be a recipe for success, or disaster. Tune in for Jim and Greg’s discussion of rock’s best and worst Supergroups.
Buried Treasures: Jim and Greg dig up another set of underground musical gems & then they'll review the latest album from The Fiery Furnaces.
Tune in for a Classic Album Dissection of Prince's Purple Rain, now 25 years old. Later Jim and Greg review the debut album from Jack White's new quartet Dead Weather.
Jim and Greg pause to take stock of the first half of 2009. Tune in to hear their lists of the Best Albums of the Year...So Far. Plus, they review new albums from electronic pop artist Moby and rock veterans Cheap Trick.
Jim and Greg welcome one of music's rising stars: Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent. Later they review the new album from soul singer Maxwell and Greg drops a quarter into the Desert Island Jukebox.
Jim and Greg celebrate their two favorite things—Food and Music—with chef, author and rock fan Anthony Bourdain.
Last year Trent Reznor was one of music’s biggest revolutionaries. Now he joins Jim and Greg in the studio for a conversation about the record industry, alternative nostalgia and even Chris Cornell.
Musician Steve Earle joins Jim and Greg for a discussion of the life and legacy of singer-songwriter Townes Van Zandt. Earle also performs songs written by his friend and mentor. Later Jim and Greg review new records by the Black Eyed Peas and Phoenix.
Disco Dissection: Forget what you think you know about music’s most maligned genre and tune in to hear Jim and Greg reveal the real Disco.
Jim and Greg sit down with electro-pop wizard Dan Deacon for a conversation and live performance. Plus they'll review albums from Wilco and Grizzly Bear.
Author and critic Nelson George talks with Jim and Greg about his new book City Kid: A Writer's Memoir of Ghetto Life and Post-Soul Success. Later Jim and Greg review Eminem’s new album “Relapse.”
After taking the U.S. by storm with their hit song “Take Me Out,” Scottish band Franz Ferdinand is back touring the country. They stopped by our studio for a conversation with Jim and Greg, as well as a live acoustic performance. Later, they'll review new albums from Green Day and St. Vincent.
Jim and Greg talk to Joe Nick Patoski about Willie Nelson. Then, they review the latest from Bob Dylan and Greg has a Desert Island Jukebox Pick.
With the summer concert season approaching Jim and Greg name the best live albums of all time. They also take a look at Leonard Cohen's latest concert record, Leonard Cohen: Live in London.
Longtime singer/songwriter Jill Sobule got fed up with the music business. So, she decided to reinvent it. Tune in to hear Jim and Greg’s conversation with Jill, and hear songs from her innovative fan-funded album.
Join Jim and Greg as they welcome a panel of independent record store representatives from around the country to celebrate Record Store Day.
Rock Lit 101: Jim and Greg explore rock’s literary side and discuss the best pop lyricists from the stage to the page.
Portland band Blitzen Trapper joins Jim and Greg to talk about their roots rock influences and perform songs from their recent album Furr.
Jim and Greg report back from the annual SXSW Music Festival with their predictions on the next big thing in rock.
North Carolina indie label Merge Records is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Join Jim and Greg as they speak with Merge founders Mac McCaughan and Laura Balance.
Jim and Greg briefly abandon their posts as critics to become the Rock Doctors. A young couple seeks help bridging the musical divide in their relationship.
Jim and Greg conduct a Classic Album Dissection of Van Morrison’s Astral Weeks. The 1968 recording combines rock, jazz, blues and folk—making it one of the most unique and significant albums in rock history.
Jim and Greg welcome back singer and songwriter Neko Case to talk about storytelling, piano-collecting, and life on the farm. Plus hear her perform songs from her brand new album Middle Cyclone.
Scottish rock band Frightened Rabbit stop by during their tour through North America. Tune in to hear their conversation with Jim and Greg, as well as performances from their heartbreak-inspired album The Midnight Organ Fight.
If you are overloaded with traditional, sweet and sappy love songs, tune in to Sound Opinions for a remedy. Jim and Greg celebrate Valentine’s Day with songs that honor Unconventional Love. Because it doesn’t matter who or what you love, as long as it rocks.
Throughout music history, it's been too easy for worthy artists to fall through the cracks. This week Jim and Greg speak to the founders of Numero Group—a label dedicated to lifting those gems out of obscurity.
What do Coldplay, Lil Wayne and George Harrison all have in common? They’ve all been sued for stealing music. This week Jim and Greg look at the history of copyright infringement lawsuits and talk about what happens when one artist accuses another accused of creative thievery.
With their rock anthems and literary lyrics, The Hold Steady are often thought of as “the best bar band in America.” Tune in to hear them out of the bar and in our studio with a conversation and live performance.
As the nation awaits its new president, Jim and Greg host their own inaugural celebration featuring the best in “Presidential Rock.”
Jim and Greg round out the year like any good music fan: with a mixtape. Tune in to hear some of their favorite songs, and then find out how they rate the new album from rapper Common.
When Radiohead visited the show in 2006, no one could predict that the band’s experiment with In Rainbows would be so successful. Take a listen to Jim and Greg’s conversation with this year’s biggest newsmakers. And later the critics will sound off on the new album from pop punk outfit Fall Out Boy.
Sound Opinions Christmas Spectacular 2008: The show’s very own Kris Kringle, aka Andy Cirzan, is back with another batch of weird and wonderful holiday tunes.
Music obsessives spend a lot of time creating lists, and Jim and Greg are no exception. Tune in this week to hear their ultimate list of the year: The Best Albums of 2008.
With the summer concert season approaching Jim and Greg name the best live albums of all time. They also take a look at Leonard Cohen's latest concert record, Leonard Cohen: Live in London.
With the summer concert season approaching Jim and Greg name the best live albums of all time. They also take a look at Leonard Cohen's latest concert record, Leonard Cohen: Live in London.
Jim and Greg welcome rocker Alejandro Escovedo for a conversation and live performance. They'll also review the long awaited album from Guns N' Roses, and then it's Greg's turn to add a track to the Desert Island Jukebox.
With the explosion of acts like The Jonas Brothers and Miley Cyrus, it’s time to take a look at the musical genre that has had teens screaming for over half a century: Bubblegum Pop.
Guitarist Don Felder joins Jim and Greg for a conversation about the ups and downs of life with The Eagles. Plus they'll review new albums from former A Tribe Called Quest-er, Q-Tip, and Deerhunter.
At a time when most artists start to slow down, 30 year rock vets Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds are only revving up. The band recorded one of Jim and Greg’s favorite albums of the year, and now you can hear them perform their bitingly funny, dark and raucous garage rock live on the show.
Been feeling under the weather? Need a good dose of rock and roll? Then tune in this week for another appointment with the Rock Doctors. Drs. Kot and DeRogatis will help a patient with a mean case of the musical blues.
Jim and Greg welcome eclectic indie rockers Calexico. Tune in to hear the band's cinematic mix of rock, folk, blues and even mariachi. And stay tuned for the latest music news and reviews.
“Awakenings” neurologist Oliver Sacks joins Jim and Greg for an enlightening discussion about the powerful connection between music and the brain. And later the critics rate new albums from TV on the Radio and Oasis.
Jim and Greg check into the "Psychedelic Shack." Tune in to hear their dissection of Psychedelic Soul, from Sly and the Family Stone to Gnarls Barkley.
Jim and Greg welcome Joan as Policewoman. The classically trained musician has collaborated with the likes of Rufus Wainwright and Antony and the Johnsons, and now she brings her unique brand of American soul music to the Sound Opinions studio.
Jim and Greg are back with a new batch of Buried Treasures. These underground gems might not be well-known but they deserve more attention. And later in the show, the critics rate the latest album from rock legend Brian Wilson.
Manager, label executive, publicist—Danny Goldberg has donned many hats in the music industry. Tune in to hear this music insider share stories of working with everyone from Led Zeppelin to Nirvana. Plus, Jim and Greg will review the new album from orchestral indie rockers Ra Ra Riot.
The carefree days of sun, sand and no school have come to an end. Jim and Greg want to help you beat the end of summer blues with their favorite Back-to-School songs.
Jim and Greg invite you on a trip back to The Dawn of Metal. Tune in to learn about the roots of rock’s heaviest genre. Then stay tuned for a review of the new joint project from Brian Eno and David Byrne.
Jim and Greg welcome producer Tony Visconti, the man behind the glam-rock sounds of T. Rex and David Bowie.
Actress Zooey Deschanel has briefly left behind her male movie costars for a musical one. She's joined musician M. Ward to form She & Him, Jim and Greg's guests this week. Tune in to hear the duo's intimate conversation and live performance.
Jim and Greg honor country music maverick Johnny Cash with a Classic Album Dissection of his legendary live recording At Folsom Prison, now 40 years old.
Like the independent record store and band, the small rock club is also struggling to survive. Jim and Greg check in with a panel of music club owners, bookers and promoters from around the country to find out how things are faring in clubland.
Believe it or not, sometimes Jim and Greg are wrong. And this week on the show, they man up and admit it. Tune in to hear these critics admit to their occasional lapses in judgment.
It's the reunion Jim and Greg have been waiting for: The Feelies live in Hoboken, NJ. Tune in to hear their conversation with the art-punk pioneers, as well as a sampling of their exclusive performance recorded at the music club Maxwell's. Then Jim and Greg rate the new albums from Nas and Girl Talk.
In honor of Sub Pop Record's 20th anniversary, Jim and Greg speak with co-founder Jonathan Poneman and play their favorite tracks from the venerated Seattle label. Then stay tuned for their reviews of the latest album from Beck and the debut record from current Sub Pop artist Fleet Foxes.
Join Jim and Greg for the ultimate Independence Day celebration. They'll play their favorite Songs About America and hear some of your picks.
Jim and Greg love lists so much they can’t wait until the end of the year to make them. Tune in to hear their lists for the Best Albums of 2008...So Far. Then stay tuned for their review of the new album from My Morning Jacket.
With the digital music explosion, the issues of copyright, authorship and ownership have never been so important. Tune in to hear a re-broadcast of Jim and Greg’s interview with legal expert Lawrence Lessig. Plus, they’ll take a listen to the latest releases from Lil Wayne and Alejandro Escovedo.
Omaha's own Cursive sits down with Jim and Greg live in their hometown to perform some never-before-heard tracks. Then the critics will rate the latest releases from Coldplay and Weezer.
Jim and Greg celebrate the songs of summer. Tune in to hear their musical remedies to beat the heat. Plus, Greg honors music legend Bo Diddley.
Death Cab for Cutie has gone from indie obscurity to having the #1 selling album in the country. Tune in to hear their discussion with Jim and Greg and performance in front of a live audience.
With the summer concert season approaching Jim and Greg name the best live albums of all time. They also take a look at Leonard Cohen's latest concert record, Leonard Cohen: Live in London.
Poet turned musician Saul Williams visits the show to talk about his newsmaking album "The Inevitable Rise and Liberation of Niggy Tardust." Tune in to hear his unique live performance which blends politics with dance beats.
Paging the Rock Doctors! This week on the show Drs. DeRogatis and Kot are called upon to tend to another ailing patient. Tune in to hear if their diagnoses can save this listener's musical life.
Singer, songwriter, poet and performance artist Laurie Anderson sits down with Jim and Greg to discuss her always ambitious, and often provocative, art and music.
Join Jim and Greg in their celebration of the One Note Wonders of rock and roll. They may only do one thing, but they do it really well.
One of the most influential singer/songwriters of all time joins Jim and Greg live in the studio. Ray Davies, former frontman for the Kinks, talks about his four decades making music and plays songs off his new album "Working Man's Café."
Tim Fite mixes hip hop, folk, rock and blues with a heavy dose of humor and politics. Tune in to hear his conversation with Jim and Greg, plus a sampling of his genre-defying musical style. Jim and Greg will also review the latest from sister act The Breeders.
iTunes, YouTube and MySpace have completely changed how we listen to music. But have they changed what we’re hearing? This week Jim and Greg invite producer Butch Vig and music journalist Bob Gendron to talk about the digital era’s impact on the sound of music.
Jim and Greg welcome the always outspoken and political singer-songwriter Steve Earle. He’s joined by wife Allison Moorer for a conversation and live performance. Then the critics will review the second effort by “Crazy” duo Gnarls Barkley and the Jack White side project, The Raconteurs.
Jim and Greg have returned from another pilgrimage to what many call the live music capital of the world: Austin, TX. Tune in to hear their reports of the annual South by Southwest Music Festival, including what bands to look out for in the year to come.
Butch Vig, the man behind the sounds of Sonic Youth, Smashing Pumpkins and Nirvana, joins Jim and Greg for a conversation about acting as producer, and therapist, to some of the biggest names in the business. Jim and Greg will also review new albums from Beach House and Goldfrapp.
Bob Mould founded two of the most influential rock bands of the past 3 decades and pioneered what we know today as “indie rock.” Tune in to hear the Husker Du and Sugar musician talk with Jim and Greg and perform his signature electric guitar.
It's been 25 years since fans first purchased Michael Jackson’s Thriller. Now the King of Pop has released a special edition of the landmark album, and Jim and Greg will tell you whether or not to shell out your dough a second time around. They’ll also review the latest from Jackson’s sister Janet, as well as Erykah Badu, Black Mountain and Sia.
This week Jim and Greg will dissect one of the greatest albums of all time--Revolver--and talk with Geof Emerick, the man who engineered it.
Jim and Greg gear up for the Oscars by discussing the most important part of a movie: the soundtrack. Saturday Night Fever, Purple Rain, The Graduate...Tune in to see what made the cut.
Gregg Gillis, aka Girl Talk, has become an underground sensation by using other people's music. This week the sample-based collage artist joins Jim and Greg for a discussion about dance parties, biomedicine and running from the law.
The members of Powerhouse Sound, Ken Vandermark, Nate McBride, Jeff Parker and John Herndon, blend jazz, rock, reggae, punk and funk for a sound that defies boundaries. Tune in to hear their discussion with Jim and Greg, plus a special live performance.
Superstar chef, author and TV host Anthony Bourdain joins Jim and Greg for a conversation about two of the best things on earth: Music and Food. What’s the connection between these two great pleasures? Jim and Greg hear from chefs around the country and play their favorite culinary-themed songs.
Unsung Heroes: In rock and roll, it's usually the biggest personalities who get the most attention. So this week on the show, Jim and Greg will celebrate the little guy and showcase the “Unsung Heroes” of rock.
Marketa Irglova and Glen Hansard went from struggling musicians to bona fide movie stars after appearing in the hit movie-musical Once. Tune in to hear their discussion with Jim and Greg plus a live musical performance.
Brother-sister rock duo The Fiery Furnaces join Jim and Greg for a conversation and live performance. Jim and Greg also talk to Peter Bogdanovich, director of "Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers: Runnin' Down a Dream", and review the new album by rapper Lupe Fiasco.
Jim and Greg ring in the New Year with their annual mixtapes. They've compiled the best songs of 2007 to give you the perfect year-end soundtrack. Plus, Jim and Greg will discuss the controversial legacy of Ike Turner and review the latest album from R&B diva Mary J. Blige.
The Sound Opinions Christmas Spectacular: Join Jim, Greg and holiday music savant Andy Cirzan for an entire show dedicated to this season's coolest and weirdest tunes.
It’s the time of year music fans live for: The End. Jim, Greg and music enthusiasts everywhere have made lists for the Best Albums of 2007. Tune in to see how their picks match up with yours.
It’s the time of year music fans live for: The End. Jim, Greg and music enthusiasts everywhere have made lists for the Best Albums of 2007. Tune in to see how their picks match up with yours.
Canadian indie rockers The New Pornographers visit the show for a conversation and live performance. And stay tuned for reviews of new albums by teen pop star Chris Brown and folk rock duo Damon and Naomi.
It’s time for another round of Buried Treasures. Jim and Greg have a stockpile of musical gems they’re dying to unearth.
The Annual Sound Opinions Turkey Shoot: Jim and Greg celebrate Thanksgiving the old-fashioned way—by taking out this year’s biggest turkeys. Tune in to hear 2007’s musical disappointments be put out of their misery, and ours.
Jim and Greg welcome indie rockers Spoon to perform songs from their new album Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga. They’ll also review the latest from hip hop mogul Jay-Z.
It's been 30 years since Joy Division hit the Manchester music scene, but with two movies and a number of reissues being released, they are more alive today than ever. This week on the show Jim and Greg will discuss the music and the myth of Ian Curtis and Joy Division.
With the summer concert season approaching Jim and Greg name the best live albums of all time. They also take a look at Leonard Cohen's latest concert record, Leonard Cohen: Live in London.
This week Jim and Greg review records from two sets of musicians who refuse to play by the rules: Neil Young and Radiohead. Tune in to hear how the albums measure up on the Sound Opinions Buy It, Burn It, Trash It rating scale.
Jim and Greg welcome musician, producer and Velvet Underground founder John Cale for a conversation and live acoustic performance.
It's time for another Sound Opinions Classic Album Dissection. This time Jim and Greg discuss The Replacements’ masterpiece “Let It Be” with Jim Walsh, author of “The Replacements: All Over But the Shouting.”
It's a classic Sound Opinions debate: To Springsteen or not to Springsteen. This week on the show Jim and Greg will continue that discussion with a review of Bruce Springsteen’s latest album, "Magic". Then they’ll sound off on other big fall releases from PJ Harvey and Joni Mitchell.
Oklahoma's Fabulous Freaks are coming to Sound Opinions! Wayne Coyne and Steven Drozd of the Flaming Lips join Jim and Greg for a rare conversation about how the twenty-five year music veterans have stayed so weird for so long.
It's the first great rock battle of the year: Kanye West vs. 50 Cent. Both rappers have new albums coming out on the same day, so Jim and Greg will pit the hip hop heavyweights up against one another to see who comes out on top.
It’s a term as old as the album itself: Track One, Side One. This week Jim and Greg release their inner music geek to tackle the question of what are the best Lead-Off Tracks in rock history. Tune in to hear their picks, as well as some of yours.
Roky Erickson, leader of the 13th Floor Elevators, is one of the most influential and tragic figures in rock music. This week on the show Jim and Greg will dissect the life and career of the psychedelic music legend and talk with Keven McAlester, the director of the Roky Erickson film "You're Gonna Miss Me."
Drs. Kot and DeRogatis, MD are back for another Rock Doctors consultation. Tune in to hear their prescriptions for better musical health. Then, stay tuned for reviews of new albums from melodic indie-rockers The New Pornographers and avant-pop artist M.I.A.
This week on Sound Opinions, the next great indie rock band out of Canada: The Besnard Lakes joins Jim and Greg live in the studio. Jim and Greg will also review last weekend's Lollapalooza Festival, and Jim drops a track into the Desert Island Jukebox.
Jim and Greg have the groundbreaking Chicago punk band The Effigies live in the studio. Then they'll review the new album from rapper Common, and Greg will add a track to the Desert Island Jukebox.
There's simply too much good music out there that goes unheard. So, this week on the show Jim and Greg will unearth some Buried Treasures to add to your collection of musical gems.
Yoko Ono, once the most vilified woman in rock music, has recently become an underground heroine. This week on the show Jim and Greg will examine the strange musical path of Yoko Ono and talk to the legendary figure herself.
This week: Arcade Fire. Jim and Greg sit down with members of this anthemic rock band for a candid conversation about how an indie group from Montreal took the music industry by storm.
The gloves are off, and the hosts have stepped into the ring for another round of Kot vs. DeRogatis music reviews. Tune in to hear them discuss new summer releases from Spoon, Art Brut and T.I., plus many more.
This week on the show Swedish trio Peter Bjorn & John join Jim, Greg and a live studio audience for an interview and special acoustic performance. Jim and Greg have deemed the band's hit track "Young Folks" one of the greatest "Whistling Songs" in pop music. So, in honor of their visit, the hosts will discuss other great moments in rock whistling.
Ever since Don Imus uttered those controversial words on his radio show, hip hop has been feeling the heat. To make sense of recent debates about the genre, Jim and Greg will talk with rapper Chuck D and a panel of hip hop insiders about language, race, gender, and of course, music.
The Best of 2007 (So Far): While most critics make their best-of lists at the end of the year, Jim and Greg figure—why wait? Tune in this week to hear which albums are already big contenders.
Colin Meloy and the members of The Decemberists visit the show for a lively conversation and performance. Also, tune in for a review of the latest from Paul McCartney.
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery...or so they say. This week on Sound Opinions Jim and Greg will discuss rock music's form of imitation: the cover song. Tune in to hear the hosts' picks for best cover songs, as well as some of yours. Then, they'll review new cover albums from Patti Smith and Bryan Ferry.
This week on Sound Opinions: our loudest, most rocking guests to date. Brooklyn trio Parts & Labor visit the show and blow Jim and Greg away with their unique experimental rock. Then stay tuned for a review of the new album by Chicago R&B king R. Kelly.
This week on Sound Opinions Jim and Greg are joined by one of the most important bands of this generation: Wilco. The alt-country pioneers/avant-garde rockers join Jim and Greg for an interview and performance just in time for the release of their highly anticipated new album, Sky Blue Sky.
The rock doctors are back in session, and this time they have their greatest challenge to date: not just one patient, but an entire family of five. Jim and Greg will help another listener in need by prescribing new music that will not only please his ears, but also meet the approval of his four opinionated kids.
With every new album comes another opportunity for Jim and Greg to head to head. Tune in this week as they debate the merits of new releases from Bjork, Mavis Staples, and the Arctic Monkeys, plus many more.
Part social activist, part guitar god, Tom Morello is one of rock's most interesting figures. The Rage Against the Machine guitarist has unplugged, gone solo and donned a new guise he's calling The Nightwatchman. Tune in to hear his interview with Jim and Greg and his modern take on protest music.
Record producer and writer Joe Boyd, the man behind the sounds of Pink Floyd,Nick Drake and Fairport Convention, visits the show this week. And, tune in to hear Jim and Greg review of the latest release from Omaha emo rockers Bright Eyes and ponder the strange pop phenomenon known as "Sanjaya."
Soul legend Booker T. Jones of Booker T and the MG's is this week's guest on Sound Opinions. Tune in to hear Jim and Greg talk to the man behind the famous Stax Records sound in an interview taped live at this year's SXSW Music Conference. Then, hear their takes on the latest releases from Nine Inch Nails and Kings of Leon.
One of rock's greatest voices belongs to none other than Neko Case, this week's guest on Sound Opinions.
The singer/songwriter takes a break from her recent tour to talk with Jim and Greg and perform some of her signature country-soul songs. Then stay tuned for a review of the new solo album from famed hitmaker Timbaland.
This week Jim and Greg enter into the psychedelic world of Elephant Six. This musical collective had humble beginnings in a small town in rural Louisiana, but has gone on to produce some of the most innovative pop and rock music ever. Jim and Greg will highlight some of their favorite songs from bands like Neutral Milk Hotel and Olivia Tremor Control, and talk with Elephant Six founder and Apples in Stereo front man Robert Schneider.
What Sundance is to movies, SXSW is to music. Jim and Greg are back from the annual Austin, TX music festival with the lowdown on what underground bands you should look out for in the year to come.
The ice is starting to thaw, and with winter on its way out, a new crop of spring albums is on its way in. Jim and Greg will review new releases from LCD Soundsystem, Modest Mouse and Air, plus many more.
As the hosts of Sound Opinions, Jim and Greg often choose a track they can't live without to drop into the Desert Island Jukebox. But, they were also anxious to hear what some of their favorite musical guests would take with them to a deserted island. Tune in this week to hear DIJ picks from artists like Lupe Fiasco, Robyn Hitchcock and Thom Yorke.
It has been over 3 decades since Iggy Pop and The Stooges last unleashed their "Raw Power." Now the protopunk rockers are back with a brand new album. Jim and Greg will talk about the band's history with The Stooges' co-founder, Ron Asheton, and review their latest effort. Then they'll discuss the much-anticipated sophomore release from Canadian indie rockers The Arcade Fire.
British import Lily Allen visits the show this week. Tune in to sample her sweet and salty musical concoction and hear how she went from MySpace.com to a full-blown American invasion.
It's time for Jim and Greg to conduct another classic album dissection. This week they'll focus on "Rocket to Russia" by The Ramones and discuss the making of the album and its lasting influence with drummer and co-producer, Tommy Ramone. Then, stay tuned for a review of the latest alt-country release from Lucinda Williams.
Jim and Greg love to love. And this week on the show they celebrate Valentine's Day by discussing some of the greatest love, lust, and heartbreak songs in rock and roll. The hosts are joined by alt-country troubadour Robbie Fulks, with his own true love Donna Fulks, as well as a live studio audience.
Rising rap star and Grammy nominee Lupe Fiasco joins Jim and Greg for a conversation and performance. Then the critics tackle new albums by chart-topping pop singer Norah Jones and indie rock phenoms Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, and Greg adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox.
Rock Doctors: It's time to help another listener in need. Drs. Kot and DeRogatis consult with another ailing patient and give their rock and roll prescriptions. Then, stay tuned for reviews of new albums by John Mellencamp, The Shins and The Good, the Bad and the Queen.
As rock critics, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot get tons of albums every week, most of which aren’t worth your time. But, beneath every pile of rubbish is an undiscovered gem. This week on the show, Jim and Greg will unearth these buried treasures and give you some new music for the new year.
Jim and Greg welcome an all-star lineup this week. Robyn Hitchcock and special guests Peter Buck and Scott McCaughey of REM and the Venus 3 come by the studio to talk music and play some tunes. Then Jim and Greg will get your "sound opinions" on the best albums of 2006.
Blues legend Buddy Guy is Sound Opinions' first guest of the New Year. Tune in to hear him perform and talk with Jim and Greg about his illustrious career.
As 2006 comes to a close, Jim and Greg pay tribute to one of music's biggest losses: James Brown. They'll also give their annual "Soopie Awards" and welcome rock trio The Secret Machines for a rare acoustic performance.
As every music fan knows, making the perfect mixtape is no easy task. Jim and Greg have thought long and hard about the art of mix-making, and this week on the show, they'll play their compilations of the best songs of 2006.
Ho Ho Ho! It's the Sound Opinions annual Christmas Music Spectacular with the show's official Kris Kringle, Andy Cirzan. Mr. Cirzan is back with another collection of weird, wacky, and ever-so-merry holiday songs for your listening pleasure.
They've made their list. They've checked it twice. And this week on Sound Opinions listeners will find out who exactly has been nice. Jim and Greg have tallied up their favorite albums of 2006, so tune in to find out who made the cut.
This week Jim and Greg are joined by former Police guitarist, and now author, Andy Summers. They'll also review new albums by hip hop duo The Clipse and rap-metal band The Deftones.
It's Turkey time! This week Jim and Greg will celebrate Thanksgiving with their annual "Turkey Shoot." The two critics will name some of the biggest musical disappointments of the year and bury them for good. They'll also review the first post-retirement album from hip hop mogul Jay-Z and make holiday gift suggestions for the music lover in your life.
Punk progenitors Pere Ubu join Jim and Greg in the studio for an interview and full-blown rock performance. Then, stay tuned for reviews of albums by chart-topping rapper The Game and British folk legend Bert Jansch.
Hip Hop pioneer DJ Shadow sits down with Jim and Greg for a truly enlightening conversation. Then, our hosts will discuss the latest solo release from Fleetwood Mac mastermind Lindsey Buckingham, as well as the major label debut from up-and-coming British rapper Lady Sovereign.
One of Jim and Greg's favorite guests, Moby, visits the show this week. Plus, the critics will review the latest efforts from R&B singer John Legend and pop-punk band My Chemical Romance.
Jim and Greg compile and re-broadcast songs and interviews from the show's first 6 months. Performers featured include John Cale, Colin Meloy, Jenny Lewis, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Feist, and Art Brut.
With Halloween just around the corner, Jim and Greg decided to break out the black eyeliner and take a tour of the labyrinthian underground of Goth Rock. Plus, tune in to hear a morbid discussion of the best songs to play at your funeral.
This week Jim and Greg will take a look at a whole slew of new fall releases including albums from the Scissor Sisters, the Hold Steady, The Decemberists and Janet Jackson.
Stevie Wonder's album Songs in the Key of Life recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. This week Jim and Greg will conduct a "Classic Album Dissection" on the landmark record and talk to some of the people who helped make it happen. Plus, tune in for reviews of the latest releases from Beck and The Killers.
This week the doctors are back in. Rock MDs Jim and Greg diagnose yet another ailing patient and prescribe some musical cures. Plus reviews of new albums from DJ Shadow and hardcore metal act Mastodon and a Desert Island Jukebox pick from Greg.
This week Jim and Greg discuss the 25 year history of one of music's best independent labels - Touch and Go Records. They'll also review new records from Yo La Tengo and Lupe Fiasco.
This week Jim and Greg welcome Glenn Kotche. The percussionist, best known as the drummer for Wilco, stops by to perform and joins Jim and Greg in a discussion on the state of modern drumming. Plus, tune in for the latest music news and a review of the new album by Justin Timberlake.
Even rock critics have guilty pleasures, and this week Jim and Greg come clean about theirs. They'll confess some of their biggest musical sins and hear some of yours.
Gov't Mule, one of the hardest rocking jam bands around, joins Jim and Greg for a performance and conversation. Plus, the latest music news, reviews and a Desert Island Jukebox pick.
Summer is coming to an end, but a big season of music is just beginning. Jim and Greg will take a look at some upcoming new releases, including the latest from Bob Dylan, Kelis and The Roots.
Post-punk pioneers Mission of Burma join Jim and Greg live in the studio. The band will talk about their decision to reunite after 20 years and play some new tracks and old favorites. Then, the critics will review the highly anticipated releases from hip hop duo Outkast and pop queen Christina Aguilera.
Grandaddy mastermind Jason Lytle visits the show to talk about the band's final days and what's in store for his future. Plus, he performs live in the studio. Jim and Greg will also discuss the latest music news and reviews and a pop a track into the Desert Island Jukebox.
This week MTV celebrates its 25th anniversary, so Jim and Greg will welcome some industry experts and music fans to discuss the station's impact on the music industry. Plus, they'll review albums by death metal rockers Slayer and indie up-and-comers White Whale.
California garage rockers The Bellrays stop by the studio for a performance and conversation. Plus, Jim and Greg review the latest release from rock vet Tom Petty and the first solo effort from Neptunes producer Pharrell.
This week on Sound Opinions, the doctors are in. Jim and Greg diagnose some common musical problems and provide their rock and roll cures. Plus, they'll review the latest album from the always irreverent pop singer Peaches, and Greg adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox.
This week on the show Jim and Greg welcome a hip hop star on the rise--Rhymefest. Plus, they'll review the new record from Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke and take a look at the life and times of Syd Barrett.
This week Sound Opinions welcomes the man behind the music of Kanye West, Aimee Mann, Fiona Apple and many of your favorite movie soundtracks. Jon Brion joins Jim and Greg in the studio for a conversation and performance. Plus the critics will review one of the final releases from country legend Johnny Cash.
The Best Albums of 2006...so far. The year is almost halfway through, so this week Jim and Greg will run down the records that are currently in the running to making the top ten.
Radiohead's Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood come into the studio for a 40+ minute conversation with Jim and Greg.
Summer is finally here, and in honor of these lazy, hazy days, Jim and Greg will run down their favorite songs for the season. Plus, they'll hear some of your suggestions and review the new records from chart-toppers AFI and noise-rock vets Sonic Youth.
It's time again for one of Jim and Greg's favorite shows: Buried Treasures They'll unearth some hidden musical gems that deserve your attention.
This week Jim and Greg take a musical tour of Latin America with Ernesto Lechner, author of Rock en Espanol: The Latin Alternative Rock Explosion. Plus they'll review records by Elvis Costello and The Coup.
Highly acclaimed rapper Common returns to his hometown to visit with Jim and Greg. Tune in for an interview and Sound Opinions' first ever live freestyle. Plus, they'll review the new releases from post-punk pioneers Mission of Burma and the ever-controversial Dixie Chicks.
This year marks the 40th anniversary of one of the greatest albums of all time--Revolver. Jim and Greg will dissect this Beatles masterpiece and talk with the man who engineered it. Plus, they'll review albums from singer/songwriter T-Bone Burnett and indie rock supergroup The Raconteurs.
This Saturday night on Sound Opinions British imports Art Brut take a break from their first US tour to visit the show. Also, Jim and Greg review the latest releases from progressive metal band Tool and indie rockers Grandaddy.
This week Jim and Greg look at some of the most recent musical collaborations. They will review new albums from The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Paul Simon, Alejandro Escovedo and recent phenomenon Gnarls Barkley, all featuring some impressive men behind the scenes. Plus, the hosts will discuss the latest music news and a track to the Desert Island Jukebox.
Indie rock phenoms Clap Your Hands Say Yeah visit the show for a live performance and interview. Jim and Greg also take a look at Neil Young's recent protest effort, and review the latest releases from rock veterans Pearl Jam and Bruce Springsteen.
Former Dream Syndicate frontman Steve Wynn visits the show for a live performance and interview. Plus, Jim and Greg review new albums from The Streets and Van Hunt.
This week on Sound Opinions: Review-a-Palooza. Jim and Greg will look at some of the best and worst albums to be released this Spring including the new releases from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Morrissey, The Secret Machines and Ghostface Killah.
This week Jim and Greg get a visit from one of the reigning indie pop queens—Jenny Lewis. Plus they’ll review the new albums from Prince and the Flaming Lips and pop a quarter into the Desert Island Jukebox.
This week Jim and Greg will bring Austin to Chicago. The rock critics have returned from the SXSW Music Festival to tell you about some of the best new music you'll be hearing about in the year to come.
This week on Sound Opinions, a very timely theme: Jim and Greg play their favorite songs about money. It’s a show honoring public radio's favorite season—the spring pledge drive.
Buried Treasures: Jim and Greg dig deep to uncover some music you haven't heard, but definitely should. Plus, the Black Rebel Motorcycle Club joins them in the studio for a special live performance.
This week on Sound Opinions, Jim and Greg talk with Jeff Chang, author of Can't Stop Won't Stop: A History of the Hip Hop Generation, about the present and future states of hip hop. They'll also review the new albums by Pink Floyd alum David Gilmour and electro-pop duo Goldfrapp.
Jim and Greg welcome Roger Ebert for a pre-Oscar bash. The three critics will discuss some of the best and worst music movies ever made, and Roger shares his rock and roll roots. Also, tune in for a review of the latest solo album from Chicago's own alt-country queen, Neko Case.
On this week's episode of Sound Opinions, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot sit down with indie rock chanteuse, Feist. Jim and Greg also review the new duet record by Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan and look back at some of rock's other great duet performances.
Sound Opinions welcomes Lawrence Lessig, the pre-eminent expert in copyright and cyber-law, to discuss music in the digital age. In addition, Jim and Greg review the new albums from Belle and Sebastian and former Kinks frontman Ray Davies.
Love Stinks: Sound Opinions celebrates Valentine's Day's...rock and roll style. Jim and Greg run down their favorite anti-love songs and hear some listeners' picks.
The Man Killed Our Music: This week on Sound Opinions Jim and Greg take look at albums by major artists which the record companies wouldn't release. Plus, they'll discuss the latest music news and review the hugely successful debut album from The Arctic Monkeys.
This week on Sound Opinions Jim and Greg get a visit from Decemberists frontman Colin Meloy. He talks with them about his solo tour and his love of the Fairport Convention. Our hosts also review the new album from Cat Power, and Greg pops a quarter into the Desert Island Jukebox.
This week on Sound Opinions, the hurdy gurdy man himself, Donovan, comes in and chats with Jim and Greg, and puts down a few of his classic songs acoustically. Plus a review of former Guided by Voices lead singer, Robert Pollard's solo debut, and a DIJ from Greg Kot.
This week on Sound Opinions, we sit down with the lead singer of the Strokes, Julian Casablancas. Jim and Greg will review their new record, "First Impressions of Earth", and review reigning R&B queen Mary J. Blige's new record.
This week on Sound Opinions, Jim and Greg sit down with the surprisingly complex lead singer of ZZ Top, Billy Gibbons. Plus Jim and Greg discuss YOUR favorite albums of the year.
He's Back! Andy Cirzan returns to Sound Opinions for his annual Christmas music spectacular. Andy will play the coolest and weirdest music you have ever heard. It's the perfect soundtrack to all your awkward family dinners.
This week Sound Opinions offers its annual gift-giving guide. Jim and Greg will run down their picks for box sets that are sure to please, and those that are sure to be re-gifted.
This week on Sound Opinions on Chicago Public Radio, Jim and Greg get into one of their favorite shows: LISTS! They run down their top ten albums released in 2005.
Sound Opinions on Chicago Public Radio begins with Jim and Greg talking with the founding member of the Velvet Underground, John Cale, as well as reviewing records from Madonna and a System of a Down.