This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some new music that’s flying underneath the mainstream radar - buried treasures! They’ll also pay tribute to Mary Weiss of The Shangri-Las.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:La Rosa Noir, "Red Motorcycle," Red Motorcycle EP, My Grito Industries, 2023The Beatles , "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Courtney Hadwin, "Monsters," Monsters (Single), Syco, 2023Sprints, "Ticking," Letter to Self, City Slang, 2024Enhypen, "Sweet Venom (english version)," Orange Blood EP, Belift Lab, 2023Yussef Dayes, "Rust (feat. Tom Misch)," Black Classical Music, Nonesuch, 2023Katy Kirby , "Table," Blue Raspberry, ANTI-, 2024Pozi, "Pest Control," Smiling Pools, Prah, 2023Blusher, "Rave Angel," Rave Angel (Single), Atlantic, 2024Maggie Lindemann, "Hostage," Hostage (Single), SWIXXZ, 2024The Sunshine State, "Dating a Drug Dealer," In Another Life EP, Self-Released, 2022The Last Dinner Party, "Sinner," Prelude to Ecstasy, Island, 2024Kaleah Lee, "Rotting Fruit," Rotting Fruit (Single), Kaleah Lee, 2024Slow Pulp, "Cramps," Yard, Anti-, 2023Allie X, "Girl With No Face," Girl With No Face (Single), Twin, 2023The Shangri-Las, "Remember (Walking in the Sand)," Leader of the Pack, Red Bird, 1965The Shangri-Las, "Past, Present and Future," Past, Present and Future (Single), Red Bird, 1966Lindsey Buckingham, "Holiday Road," Holiday Road (Single), Warner Bros., 1983See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of jazz pianist Les McCann, who died in late December. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with artist, singer, songwriter and poet Jamila Woods about her third album, Water Made Us. They also review new music from André 3000 and MJ Lenderman.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Jamila Woods, "Tiny Garden (feat. duendita)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023André 3000, "I Swear, I Really Wanted to Make a 'Rap' Album but This Is Literally the Way the Wind Blew Me This Time," New Blue Sun, Epic, 2023André 3000, "Dreams Once Buried Beneath the Dungeon Floor Slowly Sprout into Undying Gardens," New Blue Sun, Epic, 2023André 3000, "BuyPoloDisorder's Daughter Wears a 3000® Button Down Embroidered," New Blue Sun, Epic, 2023MJ Lenderman, "Live Jack (Live)," And the Wind (Live and Loose!), Anti-, 2023MJ Lenderman, "Knockin' (Live)," And the Wind (Live and Loose!), Anti-, 2023MJ Lenderman, "Dan Marino (Live)," And the Wind (Live and Loose!), Anti-, 2023Jamila Woods, "Good News," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023Jamila Woods, "Practice (feat. Saba)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023Jamila Woods, "Bugs," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023Jamila Woods, "Thermostat (feat. Peter CottonTale)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023Jamila Woods, "Send a Dove," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023Jamila Woods, "I Miss All My Exes (feat. Gia Margaret)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023NNAMDÏ, "Armoire," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022Pozi, "Pest Control," Smiling Pools, Prah, 2023See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song featuring his teenage crush in a nepo baby band long before her acting career included WKRP In Cincinnati. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share favorite songs that they loved as TV show theme songs. Plus the hosts review the new album from Peter Gabriel.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:The Handsome Family, "Far from Any Road," Singing Bones, Carrot Top, 2003Peter Gabriel, "Panopticom (Bright-Side Mix)," I/O, Real World, 2023Peter Gabriel, "Playing For Time (Bright-Side Mix)," I/O, Real World, 2023Peter Gabriel, "Road to Joy (Bright-Side Mix)," I/O, Real World, 2023Mick Jagger, "Strange Game," (Single), Polydor, 2022Johnny Rivers, "Secret Agent Man," ...And I Know You Wanna Dance, Imperial, 1966Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Red Right Hand," Let Love In, Mute, 1994Massive Attack, "Teardrop," Mezzanine, Virgin, 1998Gavin DeGraw, "I Don't Want To Be," Chariot, J, 2004Carole King and Louise Goffin, "Where You Lead I Will Follow," Our Little Corner of the World: Music from Gilmore Girls, Rhino, 2002RJD2, "A Beautiful Mine," Magnificent City Instrumentals, Decon, 2006The Coup, "My Favorite Mutiny (feat. Black Thought and Talib Kweli)," Pick a Bigger Weapon, Epitaph, 2006Norma Tenaga, "You're Dead," Walkin' My Cat Named Dog, Rhino, 1966Godfather of Harlem, "Just in Case (feat. Swizz Beatz, Rick Ross & DMX)," Just in Case (feat. Swizz Beatz, Rick Ross & DMX) (Single), Epic, 2019The High Strung, "The Luck You Got," Moxie Bravo, Paper Thin, 2005Blind Boys of Alabama, "Way Down In the Hole," The Spirit Of The Century, Real World, 2001Regina Spektor, "You've Got Time," You've Got Time (Single), Sire, 2013Quincy Jones, "Sanford & Son (The Streebeater)," You've Got It Bad Girl, A&M, 1973Aloe Blacc, "I Need a Dollar," Good Things, Stones Throw, 2010Jamila Woods, "Tiny Garden (feat. duendita)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of Rounder Records, which is memorialized in a new book by David Manconi. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1975, Bob Dylan released "Blood on the Tracks," an album about relationship conflict that has since become a benchmark in his illustrious discography. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot do a classic album dissection and talk to someone who played on the record and some music journalists about what makes it so iconic.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Bob Dylan, "Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975Bob Dylan, "Shelter from the Storm," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975Bob Dylan, "Idiot Wind (Take 6)," The Bootleg Series Vol. 14: More Blood, More Tracks, Columbia, 2018Bob Dylan, "Idiot Wind," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975Bob Dylan, "Buckets of Rain," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975Bob Dylan, "You're a Big Girl Now," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975Bob Dylan, "Tangled Up In Blue (Take 3, Remake 2)," The Bootleg Series Volumes 1–3 (Rare & Unreleased) 1961–1991, Columbia, 1991Bob Dylan, "Tangled Up In Blue," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975Bob Dylan, "If You See Her, Say Hello," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975Alabama 3, "Woke Up This Morning (Chosen One Mix)," Woke Up This Morning (Chosen One Mix) (Single), Geffen, 2000See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox from a German band named for a disease with an exclamation mark after it. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every year, host Greg Kot makes a mixtape of new songs to express his feelings about the past year. Greg shares a selection of that mix and the rest of the show staff look at other top singles of 2023. Plus, the hosts remember a few other musicians we lost in 2023.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Olivia Rodrigo, "Vampire," GUTS, Geffen, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967The Moody Blues, "Go Now!," The Magnificent Moodies, Decca, 1965The Pogues, "Fairytale of New York (feat. Kirsty MacColl)," If I Should Fall from Grace with God, Warner, 1988The Del-Lords, "Burning In The Flame Of Love," Frontier Days, EMI, 1984Dwight Twilley Band, "I'm On Fire," Sincerely, Shelter, 1976Dua Lipa, "Dance The Night," Barbie The Album, Atlantic, Warner Bros., Mattel, 2023SZA, "Kill Bill (feat. Doja Cat)," Kill Bill (feat. Doja Cat) (Single), Top Dawg, RCA, 2023XG, "LEFT RIGHT," SHOOTING STAR - Single, XGALX, 2023PinkPantheress & Ice Spice, "Boy's a liar, Pt. 2," Boy's a liar, Pt. 2 (Single), Warner Music, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "White Beretta," Weathervanes, Southeastern, Thirty Tigers, 2023Shame, "Fingers of Steel," Food for Worms, Dead Oceans, 2023Miley Cyrus, "Flowers," Endless Summer, Columbia, 2023Ratboys, "Crossed That Line," The Window, Topshelf, 2023RVG, "Midnight Sun," Brain Worms, Fire, 2023The Rain Parade, "Last Rays of a Dying Sun," Last Rays of a Dying Sun, Label 51, 2023Sara Noelle, "Dry the Rain," Dry the Rain (Single), Sara Noelle, 2023Ladytron, "City of Angels," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023Ric Wilson, Chromeo & A-Trak, "Everyone Moves To LA (feat. Felicia Douglass)," CLUSTERFUNK, Free Disco/Empire, 2023Butcher Brown, "MOVE (RIDE) (feat. Jay Prince)," Solar Music, Concord, 2023Avalon Emerson, "Sandrail Silouette," & The Charm, Another Dove/One House, 2023Bob Dylan, "Tangled Up in Blue," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a prescient song about AI from 1978 to the Desert Island Jukebox.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Boygenius, "True Blue," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Without You Without Them," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Letter to An Old Poet," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "20," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Satanist," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Emily, I'm Sorry," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Anti-Curse," The Record, Interscope, 2023Wild Flag, "Glass Tambourine," Wild Flag, Merge, 2011Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt, "After the Gold Rush," Trio II, Asylum, 1999Big Freedia, "Big Tyme (feat. Kamaiyah)," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to John Hyatt of the post-punk band The Three Johns from Leeds, England. One of the other "Johns" was Jon Langford of The Mekons. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our most mirthful musical meeting of each year- holiday music collector Andy Cirzan's spectacular yearly collection of strange tunes. This year the theme is song poems, which came from an odd corner of the music industry that hired studio musician to transform customers' poems into songs- for the right price.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Lenny Dee, "Sleigh Ride," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Randall Dienna, "The Snowman Song," (Single), unknown, unknownAmelia Ferencz, "Bright Star Shining In The Sky," (Single), unknown, unknownEugenia Adams, "I’m Santa Claus," (Single), M.S.R., unknownBeatrice Seira, "Stranger In The Manger," 1978 Christmas Album, M.S.R., 1978Donald J. Nason, "Green Christmas Blues," (Single), Unknown, UnknownUnknown, "Santa Claus is Comin' (Electro Cheese)," (Single), Unknown, unknownRaymond F Moberly, "What Is Christmas?," 1977 Christmas Album, M.S.R., 1977Dick Kent, "Is Santa The Man In The Moon?," (Single), M.S.R., unknownCara Stewart , "On Christmas Eve," (Single), Blue Moon, unknownGeorge Kovacs, "Merry Christmas Someone," (Single), unknown, 1963Sue Meadows, "My Christmas Tree," (Single), unknown, 1970Lenny Dee, "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961Heather Noel, "Santa Came On A Nuclear Missile," (Single), unknown, 1974Bobbie Boyle (w/ the Sisterhood), "Santa Claus Goes Modern," Peace Is A Song To Cherish, M.S.R., unknownThe Sisterhood, "The Rocking Disco Santa," (Single), M.S.R., unknownMary White, "Rudolph Pouts," (Single), Cowtown, 1960Boygenius, "20," the record, Interscope, 2023See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim highlights an album he came to late in the year that maybe would have made his top 10 list if he'd heard it earlier.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their highly-anticipated “Best Albums” of 2023. Plus, they’ll also hear selections from production staff.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Ladytron, "We Never Went Away," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023Kelela, "Contact," Raven, Warp, 2023Underscores, "Locals (Girls like us)," Wallsocket, Mom + Pop, Corporate Rockmusic, 2023Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Genesis Owusu, "Leaving The Light," Struggler, Ourness, AWAL, 2023Kicksie, "Sinking In," Slouch, Counter Intuitive, 2023Big Freedia, "Booty Like A Drummer," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023Mitski, "Bug Like an Angel," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023Joanna Sternberg, "I've Got Me," I've Got Me, Fat Possum, 2023Louise Post, "God I Know," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023Jaimie Branch, "Burning Grey," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023Troye Sivan, "Got Me Started," Something To Give Each Other, EMI Australia, Capitol, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Save the World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, Thirty Tigers, 2023Young Fathers, "Drum," Heavy Heavy, Ninja Tune, 2023Lydia Loveless, "Runaway," Nothing's Gonna Stand in My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023billy woods and Kenny Segal, "FaceTime (feat. Samuel T. Herring)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, Fat Possum, 2023boygenius, "Satanist," the record, Interscope, 2023Wednesday, "Quarry," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Mary White, "Rudolph Pouts," Rudolph Pouts (Single), Cowtown, 1960See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, we hear the song that set our crate-digging Kris Kringle, Andy Cirzan, on his epic quest to collect the strangest holiday music ever created. (Our Holiday Spectacular comes out on 12/22.)Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:John Prine, "Angel From Montgomery," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967John Prine, "A Good Time," Live at the 5th Peg, unreleased, 1970John Prine, "Paradise," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Sam Stone," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971Dusty Springfield, "Son of a Preacher Man," Dusty In Memphis, Atlantic, 1969Bonnie Raitt, "Angel From Montgomery," Streetlights, Warner Bros, 1974John Prine, "Illegal Smile," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Spanish Pipedream," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971Viagra Boys, "In Spite Of Ourselves (feat. Amy Taylor)," Welfare Jazz, Year0001, 2021Iris DeMent, "Let The Mystery Be," Infamous Angel, Philo, 1992John Prine, "Jesus, The Missing Years," The Missing Years, Oh Boy, 1991John Prine, "When I Get To Heaven," The Tree of Forgiveness, Oh Boy, 2018Tab Benoit, "Stackolina," Wetlands, Telarc, 2002Wire, "Reuters," Pink Flag, Harvest, 1977Urge Overkill, "Positive Bleeding," Saturation, Geffen, 1993Let's Active, "Every Word Means No," Afoot, I.R.S., 1983Boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode Greg pays tribute to the saxophonist Mars Williams, who played with everyone from The Waitresses to Psychedelic Furs to Billy Idol to jazz greats in the AACM. Williams died November 20 at age 68.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with biographer Will Hermes about his recent book on Lou Reed, as well as Lou’s music, persona, legacy and more.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Lou Reed, "Walk on the Wild Side," Transformer, RCA, 1972The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Sunday Morning," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Heroin," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967The Velvet Underground, "Pale Blue Eyes," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969Lou Reed, "Coney Island Baby," Coney Island Baby, RCA, 1975The Velvet Underground, "Some Kinda Love," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969Lou Reed, "How Do You Think It Feels," Berlin, RCA, 1973Lou Reed, "Perfect Day," Transformer, RCA, 1972The Velvet Underground, "Sweet Jane," Loaded, Cotillion, 1970The Velvet Underground and Nico, "I'll Be Your Mirror," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967The Velvet Underground, "Candy Says," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song from a European girl group who barely had one hit in the height of Beatlemania.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot review Sly Stone's memoir and revisit an interview with Family Stone members Jerry Martini and Cynthia Robinson. They also review new albums from The Feelies and Robert Finley. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Sly and the Family Stone, "Everyday People," Stand!, Epic, 1969The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Robert Finley, "Waste of Time," Black Bayou, Easy Eye, 2023Robert Finley, "What Goes Around (Comes Around)," Black Bayou, Easy Eye, 2023Robert Finley, "Nobody Wants To Be Lonely," Black Bayou, Easy Eye, 2023Robert Finley, "Gospel Blues," Black Bayou, Easy Eye, 2023The Feelies, "Oh! Sweet Nuthin'," Some Kinda Love: The Feelies Performing the Music of the Velvet Underground, Bar None, 2023The Feelies, "What Goes On," Some Kinda Love: The Feelies Performing the Music of the Velvet Underground, Bar None, 2023The Feelies, "All Tomorrow's Parties," Some Kinda Love: The Feelies Performing the Music of the Velvet Underground, Bar None, 2023The Feelies, "I'm Waiting For the Man," Some Kinda Love: The Feelies Performing the Music of the Velvet Underground, Bar None, 2023Sly and the Family Stone, "I Ain't Got Nobody (For Real)," Dance To The Music, Epic, 1968Sly and the Family Stone, "Advice," A Whole New Thing, Epic, 1967Sly and the Family Stone, "I Hate To Love Her," A Whole New Thing, Epic, 1967Ike and Tina Turner, "Bold Soul Sister," The Hunter, Blue Thumb, 1969Sly and the Family Stone, "Dance To The Music," Dance To The Music, Epic, 1968The Roots, "Star/Pointro," The Tipping Point, Geffen, 2004Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)," Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) (Single), Epic, 1969Bobby Freeman, "C'mon and Swim," C'mon and Swim (Single), Autumn, 1964Sly and the Family Stone, "Family Affair," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971Sly and the Family Stone, "Hot Fun in the Summertime," Hot Fun in the Summertime (Single), Epic, 1969Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You For Talking To Me Africa," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971Sly and the Family Stone, "Brave and Strong," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971Sly and the Family Stone, "You Can Make It If You Try (Live)," Stand!, Epic, 1969Sly and the Family Stone, "We Love All," Dance To The Music (2007 version), Epic, 1968Sly and the Family Stone, "Color Me True," Dance To The Music (Single), Epic, 1968Lou Reed, "Walk on the Wild Side," Transformer, RCA, 1972See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of a recent milestone birthday from a living legend. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With Thanksgiving upon us, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs about giving thanks. They also hear selections from the production staff.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Natalie Merchant, "Kind and Generous," Ophelia, Elektra, 1998The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Big Star, "Thank You Friends," Third, PVC, 1977Sister Sledge, "We Are Family," We Are Family, Atlantic, 1979Earth, Wind & Fire, "Gratitude," Gratitude, Columbia, 1975Tyler, The Creator, "GONE, GONE / THANK YOU," IGOR, Columbia, 2019Bonnie Raitt, "Thank You," Bonnie Raitt, Warner Bros., 1971Lucinda Williams, "Stowaway in Your Heart," Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone, Highway 20, 2014Fall Out Boy, "Thnks Fr Th Mmrs," Infinity On High, Island, 2007Chance The Rapper, "Blessings (feat. Jamila Woods)," Coloring Book, Self-Released, 2016Andrew Gold, "Thank You For Being A Friend," All This and Heaven Too, Asylum, 1978The Kinks, "Days," Days (Single), Pye 7N 17573, 1968Dido, "Thank You," No Angel, Cheeky, 1999Descendants, "Thank You," Everything Sucks, Epitaph, 1996Third Eye Blind, "Thanks a Lot," Third Eye Blind, Elektra, 1997Alanis Morissette, "Thank U," Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie, Maverick, Reprise, 1998The Flaming Lips, "Do You Realize??," Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Warner, 2002Origami Angel, "Thank You, New Jersey," The Brightest Days, Counter Intuitive, 2023The Intruders, "Be Thankful For What You Got," Energy of Love, TSOP, Philadelphia International, 1974Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)," Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) (Single), Epic, 1969See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a one-hit-wonder known for flamboyant fashion and their single that might be about nuclear armageddon.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Greg responds to a listener who asked why he never talks about a certain band. Greg says they made a good case.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From his musical innovation to whimsical creativity, Biz Markie altered the future of hip hop forever. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with filmmaker Sacha Jenkins about his documentary, All Up In the Biz. The hosts also review new releases from Cleo Sol, boy genius and Cherry Glazerr.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Biz Markie, "Just a Friend," The Biz Never Sleeps, Cold Chillin', 1989The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Cleo Sol, "In Your Own Home," Gold, Forever Loving Originals, 2023Cleo Sol, "There Will Be No Crying," Gold, Forever Loving Originals, 2023Cleo Sol, "Please Don't End It All," Gold, Forever Loving Originals, 2023Cleo Sol, "Lost Angel," Gold, Forever Loving Originals, 2023boygenius, "Black Hole," the rest, Interscope, 2023boygenius, "Powers," the rest, Interscope, 2023boygenius, "Afraid of Heights," the rest, Interscope, 2023Cherry Glazerr, "Bad Habit," I Don't Want You Anymore, Secretly Canadian, 2023Cherry Glazerr, "Soft Like a Flower," I Don't Want You Anymore, Secretly Canadian, 2023Cherry Glazerr, "Eat You Like a Pill," I Don't Want You Anymore, Secretly Canadian, 2023Cherry Glazerr, "I Don't Want You Anymore," I Don't Want You Anymore, Secretly Canadian, 2023Biz Markie, "Nobody Beats the Biz," Goin' Off, Cold Chillin', 1988Biz Markie, "Alone Again," I Need a Haircut, Cold Chillin', 1991Muddy Waters, "She's Alright," Electric Mud, Cadet/Chess, 1968Vic Mensa, "Blue Eyes," Victor, Roc Nation, 2023See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he heard recently on The Fall of The House of Usher on Netflix. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every Halloween, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot like to celebrate with music. And this year they focused on monsters. From vampires to werewolves to Jim's favorite, zombies, here are a selection of tunes for your next monster bash.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Roky Erickson, "Two Headed Dog (Red Temple Prayer)," The Evil One, Restless, 1987The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Bobby (Boris) Pickett And The Crypt-Kickers, "Monster Mash," Monster Mash (Single), Garpax, 1962New York Dolls, "Frankenstein," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973The Cramps, "Human Fly," Human Fly (Single), Vengence, 1978The Fall-Outs, "Zombie," Sleep, Super Electro Sound, 1994The Decemberists, "Shankill Butchers," The Crane Wife, Capitol, 2006Warren Zevon, "Werewolves Of London," "The Color Of Money" - The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, MCA, 1986Roky Erickson, "I Walked With A Zombie," The Evil One, Restless, 1987TV On The Radio, "Wolf Like Me," Return to Cookie Mountain, Touch and Go, 2006Concrete Blonde, "Bloodletting (The Vampire Song)," Bloodletting, I.R.S., 1990OutKast, "Dracula's Wedding (feat. Kelis)," Speakerboxxx / The Love Below, Arista, 2003American Werewolves, "Teenage Ghouls Out For Blood," We Won't Stay Dead, Self-Released, 2003Oingo Boingo, "Dead Man's Party," Dead Man's Party, MCA, 1985Blue Oyster Cult, "Godzilla," Spectres, Columbia, 1987Donovan, "Season Of The Witch," Sunshine Superman, Epic, 1966Shygirl, "SIREN," Alias, Because, 2020Mastodon, "Creature Lives," The Hunter, Reprise, 2011Florence and the Machine, "Howl," Lungs, Island, 2009Kanye West, "Monster (feat. Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj and Bon Iver)," My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, Roc‐A‐Fella, 2010Alice In Chains, "Man In The Box," Facelift, Columbia, 1990Dr. Octagon, "Halfsharkalligatorhalfman," Dr. Octagon, Bulk, 1996Dave Edmunds , "The Creature from the Black Lagoon," Repeat When Necessary, Swan Song, 1979The Misfits, "Die Monster Die," Famous Monsters, Roadrunner, 1999Biz Markie, "Just a Friend," The Biz Never Sleeps, Cold Chillin', 1989See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode Greg pays tribute to Rudolph Isley, a founding member of The Isley Brothers who died October 11 at age 84.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with the leader of the band Wednesday about the group’s country shoegaze sound and their latest album Rat Saw God. Plus, they review the new album from Irish country artist CMAT and hear opinions from some of their listeners.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Wednesday, "Chosen to Deserve," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967CMAT, "California," Crazymad, For Me, AWAL, 2023CMAT, "Where Are Your Kids Tonight_ (feat. John Grant)," Crazymad, For Me, AWAL, 2023CMAT, "Such A Miranda," Crazymad, For Me, AWAL, 2023CMAT, "Can't Make Up My Mind," Crazymad, For Me, AWAL, 2023Wednesday, "Got Shocked," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Wednesday, "Bull Believer," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Wednesday, "Bath County," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Wednesday, "Quarry," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Geese, "Cowboy Nudes," 3D Country, Partisan/Play It Again Sam, 2023Jess Williamson, "Hunter," Time Ain't Accidental, Mexican Summer, 2023Brontez Purnell, "Blues of Every Night," No Jack Swing, Dark Entries/Papi Juice, 2023Melody Angel, "Blues In My Hands," Indie Blues Girl, One Melody Publishing BMI, 2023Lady Gaga, "Monster," The Fame Monster, Interscope, 2009See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg pay tribute to the lead singer of The Effigies, John Kezdy. Kezdy died on August 26 after a bike accident earlier that week. He was 64 years old.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are plenty of songs about the promise, mystery and darkness of the night. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite songs about night. They also review new releases from The Handsome Family and Lydia Loveless.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Kid Cudi, "Day 'n' Nite (Nightmare)," Man on the Moon: The End of the Day, Dream On, GOOD, Universal Motown, 2009The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967The Handsome Family, "The King of Everthing," Hollow, Loose Music, 2023The Handsome Family, "Skunks," Hollow, Loose Music, 2023The Handsome Family, "Mothballs," Hollow, Loose Music, 2023The Handsome Family, "Good Night," Hollow, Loose Music, 2023Lydia Loveless, "Sex and Money," Nothing's Gonna Stand In My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023Lydia Loveless, "Toothache," Nothing's Gonna Stand In My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023Lydia Loveless, "French Restaurant," Nothing's Gonna Stand In My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023Lydia Loveless, "Summerlong," Nothing's Gonna Stand In My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023DJ Shadow, "Midnight In a Perfect World," Endtroducing....., Mo' Wax, 1996Ray Charles, "(Night Time Is) The Right Time," (Night Time Is) The Right Time (Single), Atlantic, 1958The Weeknd, "Wicked Games," House of Balloons, Universal Republic, 2011Patti Smith Group, "Because the Night," Easter, Arista, 1978Harry Styles, "Late Night Talking," Harry's House, Columbia, 2022Lucy Dacus, "Night Shift," Historian, Matador, 2018R.E.M., "Nightswimming," Automatic For The People, Warner Bros., 1992Tesla Boy, "Spirit of the Night," The Tesla Boy - EP, Mullet, 2009Paul Simon, "Late In the Evening," One-Trick Pony, Warner Bros., 1980The Police, "Bring On the Night," Reggatta de Blanc, A&M, 1979Bauhaus, "Dark Entries," In the Flat Field, 4AD, 1980Phil Collins, "In the Air Tonight," Face Value, Atlantic, 1981Françoise Hardy, "La nuit est sur la ville," Mon amie la rose, Disques Vogue, 1964Wednesday, "Chosen to Deserve," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he was reminded of by the novel, "The Two Lives of Sara" by Catherine Adel West.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to their late colleague and friend, Mary Gaffney. Mary was a pioneer in audio engineering, working for 45 years, 12 of which she worked on sessions with Sound Opinions. Jim and Greg revisit some of their favorite sessions they did with Mary, which includes Jenny Lewis, Bob Mould and more.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: Jenny Lewis feat. The Watson Twins, "Rise up With Fists!! (Live on Sound Opinions)," Rabbit Fur Coat, Team Love, 2006The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967the Jimi Hendrix Experience, "The Wind Cries Mary," The Wind Cries Mary (Single), Reprise, 1967Jon Brion, "Magnolia," Magnolia: Music from the Motion Picture, Reprise, 1999Jon Brion, "I Believe She's Lying," Meaningless, Straight to Cut-Out, 2001Jon Brion, "Eternal Sunshine (Live on Sound Opinions)," Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Hollywood, 2004Jenny Lewis feat. The Watson Twins, "The Charging Sky (Live on Sound Opinions)," Rabbit Fur Coat, Team Love, 2006The Mekons, "Last Dance (Live on Sound Opinions)," Fear and Whiskey, Sin, 1985Hüsker Dü, "Whatever," Zen Arcade, SST, 1984Hüsker Dü, "Eight Miles High," Eight Miles High (Single), SST, 1984Bob Mould, "Hold On (Live on Sound Opinions)," Patch the Sky, Merge, 2016Patti Smith Group, "Because the Night," Easter, Arista, 1978See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg talk with producer Andrew Gill about his new podcast, Rock That Doesn't Roll. The show focuses on Christian rock and pop music and it's effect on young people in the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.Check out Rock That Doesn't Roll: https://pod.link/1703257857Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Gaye Su Akyol, "Love Buzz," Love Buzz (Single), Sub Pop, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Jlin, "Paradigm," Perspective, Planet Mu, 2023Buck Curran, "Prometheus," Immortal Light, Obsolete, 2023Eric Nam, "Sink or Swim," House on a Hill, Eric Nam Company, 2023MSPAINT, "Delete It (feat. Militarie Gun)," Post-American, Convulse , 2023CIVIC, "Hourglass," Hourglass (Single), ATO, 2023John Francis Flynn, "Mole in The Ground," Look Over The Wall, See The Sky, River Lea, 2023Moonkill, "Dead Holiday," The Kong Sessions, Self Released, 2023Mary Ocher, "Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs)," Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs) (Single), Copyright Control, 2023Nation of Language, "Sole Obsession," Strange Disciple, PIAS, 2023Helaine Vis, "No Sugar," No Sugar (Single), Springstoff, 2023Infinity Song, "Hater's Anthem," Hater's Anthem (Single), Roc Nation, 2023The Sunshine State, "Dating a Drug Dealer," In Another Life, The Sunshine State, 2022Chuck Strangers, "Prospect Park West," The Boys & Girls, Lex, 2023Madame Reaper & the Gentlemen's Club, "Goblina," Madame Reaper's Gentlemen's Club, The Club, 2023Deeper, "Tele," Careful!, Sub Pop, 2023The Jogo Project, "JoGo Christmas (feat. Sugar Bear)," JoGo Christmas (feat. Sugar Bear) (Single), EJB Productions, 2020Jenny Lewis feat. The Watson Twins, "Rise up With Fists!! (Live on Sound Opinions)," Rabbit Fur Coat, Team Love, 2006Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus episode, Greg offers a starting point into Sun Ra's daunting discography.  Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Koppelman makes his living as the showrunner, co-creator and writer for the Showtime series Billions. Jim and Greg revisit their conversation with Koppelman about how he innovatively uses music in the critically acclaimed show. They'll also review new albums from Mitski, Low Cut Connie and Jaimie Branch. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Mitski, "Bug Like An Angel," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023Mitski, "Buffalo Replaced," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023Mitski, "I Love Me After You," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023Mitski, "The Deal," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023Low Cut Connie, "Tell Me Something I Don't Know," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023Low Cut Connie, "Art Dealers," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023Low Cut Connie, "King of the Jews," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023Low Cut Connie, "The Party's Over," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023Low Cut Connie, "Sleaze Me On," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023Mitski, "I'm Your Man," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023Jaimie Branch, "Baba Louie," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023Jaimie Branch, "Burning Grey," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023Jaimie Branch, "Take Over the World," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023Jaimie Branch, "The Mountain (feat. Jason Ajemian)," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023Tracy Chapman, "Talkin' Bout a Revolution," Tracy Chapman, Elektra, 1988Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Even the Losers," Damn the Torpedoes, MCA, 1979Mink DeVille, "Spanish Stroll," Cabretta, Capitol, 1977Garrett T. Capps, "Born in San Antone," Y Los Lonely Hipsters, Suburban Haste, 2016Bob Dylan, "Visions of Johanna," Blonde on Blonde, Columbia, 1966Mott the Hoople, "I Wish I Was Your Mother," Mott, Columbia, 1973Johnny Cash, "Solitary Man," American III: Solitary Man, American Recordings, 2000Andrew Bird, "Oh No," Noble Beast, Fat Possum, 2009Echo & the Bunnymen, "The Killing Moon," Ocean Rain, Sire, 1984Sammy Davis Jr., "Mr. Bojangles," Mr. Bojangles (Single), MGM, 1972The Dictators, "The Next Big Thing," Go Girl Crazy!, Epic, 1975Eskmo, "Billions Title & Recap," Billions Original Series Soundtrack, Milan, 2017Mary Ocher, "Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs)," Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs) (Single), Copyright Control, 2023Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to recently deceased Smash Mouth singer Steve Harwell by adding a new song to the Desert Island Jukebox. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's more inspiring than the start of a new day? Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs inspired by the morning. The hosts also review new albums by Ratboys and Noname. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: The Beatles, "Good Morning," Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Noname, "gospel? (feat. $ilkMoney, billy woods & STOUT)," Sundial, self-released, 2023Ratboys, "The Window," The Window, Topshelf, 2023Ratboys, "Making Noise for the Ones You Love," The Window, Topshelf, 2023Ratboys, "Empty," The Window, Topshelf, 2023Ratboys, "Black Earth, WI," The Window, Topshelf, 2023Noname, "black mirror," Sundial, self-released, 2023Noname, "namesake," Sundial, self-released, 2023Noname, "potentially the interlude," Sundial, self-released, 2023Kris Kristofferson, "Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down," Kristofferson, Monument, 1970Stevie Wonder, "Happier Than The Morning Sun," Music of My Mind, Tamla, 1972Nina Simone, "Feeling Good," I Put A Spell On You, Phillips, 1965The Polyphonic Spree, "Light & Day/Reach for the Sun," The Beginning Stages of..., Good, 2002Margot and the Nuclear So-And-So's, "Waking Up and Walking Out," The Bride On The Boxcar - A Decade Of Margot Rarities: 2004-2014, Joyful Noise, 2015Harry Nilsson, "Gotta Get Up," Nilsson Schmilsson, RCA Victor, 1971Kurt Vile, "Wakin On a Pretty Day," Wakin On a Pretty Daze, Matador, 2013Bill Withers, "Lovely Day," Menagerie, Columbia, 1977Joni Mitchell, "Chelsea Morning," Clouds, A&M, 1969The The, "This Is the Day," Soul Mining, Some Bizarre/Epic, 1983Beck, "Morning," Morning Phase, Captiol, 2014Outkast, "Git Up, Git Out (feat. Goodie Mob)," Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik, Arista, LaFace, 1994Juice Newton, "Angel of the Morning," Juice, Captiol, 1981Echo & the Bunnymen, "The Killing Moon," Ocean Rain, Sire, 1984Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Rain Parade, "What's She Done to Your Mind," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967The Hives, "Bogus Operandi," The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, Disques Hives, 2023The Hives, "Trapdoor Solution," The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, Disques Hives, 2023The Hives, "Countdown to Shutdown," The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, Disques Hives, 2023The Hives, "What Did I Ever Do to You?," The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons, Disques Hives, 2023Rain Parade, "What's She Done to Your Mind," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983Green on Red, "Sixteen Ways," Gas Food Lodging, Enigma, 1985The Beatles, "Tomorrow Never Knows," Revolver, Parlophone, 1966X, "Los Angeles," Los Angeles, Slash, 1980Rainy Day, "I'll Keep It with Mine," Rainy Day, Llama, 1984Rainy Day, "Sloop John B," Rainy Day, Llama, 1984Tony Conrad and Faust, "The Side of the Machine," Outside the Dream Syndicate, Caroline, 1973The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Sunday Morning," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967The Dream Syndicate, "The Days of Wine and Roses," The Days of Wine & Roses, Ruby/Slash, 1982Rain Parade, "Talking In My Sleep," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983Rain Parade, "This Can't Be Today," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983Rain Parade, "Kaleidoscope," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983Rain Parade, "Look at Merri," Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, Restless, 1983Mazzy Star, "Fade into You," So Tonight That I Might See, Capitol, 1993The Bangles, "Going Down to Liverpool," All Over the Place, Columbia, 1984The Mamas & the Papas, "California Dreamin'," If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears, Dunhill, 1966The Bangles, "Dover Beach," All Over the Place, Columbia, 1984The Bangles, "In a Different Light," Different Light, Columbia, 1986The Bangs, "Getting Out of Hand," Getting Out of Hand (Single), Downkiddle, 1981The Bangles, "Walk Like an Egyptian," Different Light, Columbia, 1986The Bangles, "Hero Takes a Fall," All Over the Place, Columbia, 1984The Bangles, "Manic Monday," Different Light, Columbia, 1986The Three O'Clock, "When Lightning Starts," Sixteen Tambourines, Frontier, 1983The Three O'Clock, "Her Head's Revolving," Arrive Without Travelling, I.R.S., 1985The Three O'Clock, "On Paper," Vermillion, Paisley Park, 1988Rain Parade, "As Real As Real," 3 x 4: The Bangles, The Three O'Clock, The Dream Syndicate, Rain Parade, Yep Roc, 2019The Dream Syndicate, "Hero Takes a Fall," 3 x 4: The Bangles, The Three O'Clock, The Dream Syndicate, Rain Parade, Yep Roc, 2019The Chills, "Kaleidoscope World," Kaleidoscope World, Flying Nun, 1986The Verlaines, "Death and the Maiden," Juvenilia, Flying Nun, 1987Echo & the Bunnymen, "Bring On the Dancing Horses," Songs to Learn & Sing, Sire, 1985Mercury Rev, "Car Wash Hair (Full Pull)," Yerself Is Steam, Columbia, 1991Slowdive, "Alison," Souvlaki, Creation, 1993Tacocat, "Grains of Salt," This Mess Is A Place, Sub Pop, 2019The Shangri-Las, "Leader of the Pack," Leader of the Park (Single), Red Bird, 1964Twisted Sister, "Leader of the Pack," Come Out and Play, Atlantic, 1985Best Coast, "Boyfriend," Crazy For You, Mexican Summer, 2010Juice Newton, "Angel of the Morning," Juice, Capitol, 1981  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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." Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Donna Summer, "She Works Hard For the Money," She Works Hard for the Money, Mercury, 1983The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Big Freedia, "Gin In My System," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023Big Freedia, "Booty Like A Drummer," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023Big Freedia, "Life Lessons," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023Big Freedia, "Pepto Interlude," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023Mitski, "Working for the Knife," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022Margo Price, "Pay Gap," All American Made, Third Man, 2017Dolly Parton, "9 To 5," 9 to 5 and Odd Jobs, RCA Victor, 1980The Animals, "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place," Animal Tracks, MGM, 1965John Lennon, "Working Class Hero," John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, Apple, 1970Van Morrison, "Cleaning Windows," Beautiful Vision, Mercury, 1982Rhymefest, "Good Ass Job," Rhymefest Presents Raw Dawg, Self Released, 2001Sam Cooke, "Chain Gang," Swing Low, RCA Victor, 1961R.E.M., "Finest Worksong," Document, I.R.S., 1987The Clash, "Career Opportunities," The Clash, CBS, 1977Bob Marley & The Wailers, "Night Shift," Rastaman Vibration, Island, 1976Lou Reed, "Don't Talk To Me About Work," Legendary Hearts, RCA , 1983The Jam, "Smithers Jones," When We're Young (Single), Polydor, 1979Flaming Lips, "Bad Days," Clouds Taste Metallic, Warner Bros, 1995Al Green, "Perfect Day," Perfect Day (Single), Fat Possum, 2023Lou Reed , "Perfect Day," Transformer, RCA, 1972Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Black Coffee, "Izizwe (feat. Busi Mhlongo)," Have Another One, Universal, 2007The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Solomon Linda’s Evening Birds, "Mbube," Mbube (Single), Gallotone, 1939Miriam Makeba, "Pata Pata," Pata Pata, Reprise, 1967Ladysmith Black Mambazo, "Nomathemba," Amabutho, Gallo, 1973Juluka, "Scatterlings of Africa," Scatterlings, Warner Bros., 1982Brenda Fassie, "Vuli Ndlela," Memeza, CCP, 1997Dolly Parton, "9 To 5," 9 to 5 and Odd Jobs, RCA Victor, 1980Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a cover of a song by Robyn Hitchcock to the Desert Island Jukebox.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Split System, "Alone Again," Alone Again (Single), Goner, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967The Band, "The Weight," Music From Big Pink, Capitol, 1968Bob Dylan, "Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues," Highway 61 Revisited, Columbia , 1965The Band, "Tears of Rage," Music From Big Pink, Capitol, 1968RVG, "Midnight Sun," Brain Worms, Fire, 2023The Rain Parade, "Last Rays of a Dying Sun," Last Rays of a Dying Sun, Flatiron, 2023Laufey, "From The Start," Bewitched, AWAL, 2023Bonny Doon, "Let There Be Music," Let There Be Music, ANTI-, 2023Khazali, "Magic," Magic (Single), Khazaliverse, 2023Frankie and the Witch Fingers, "Mild Davis," Data Doom, Greenway, 2023Bdrmm, "It's Just a Bit of Blood," I Don't Know, Rock Action, 2023Santa Chiara, "Visa," Imported, Kill Rock Stars, 2023Fightmaster, "Bad Man," Bad Man (Single), Fightmaster Industries, 2023Poison Ruïn, "Pinnacle of Ecstasy," Härvest, Relapse, 2023boice, "The Wound Collector," Nevermind the Hardships, Rattlecat Entertainment, 2022The Clientele, "Blue Over Blue," I Am Not There Anymore, Merge, 2023Special Interest, "Disco 1.5," Disco 1.5 (Single), Rough Trade, 2023Spiritual Camp, "Nah, That Ain't It," Nah, That Ain't It (Single), Blue Grape, 2023Solomon Linda’s Evening Birds, "Mbube," Mbube (Single), Gallotone, 1939Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Robbie Robertson of The Band, who died recently at the age of 80. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Living Colour, "Cult of Personality," Vivid, Epic, 1988The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Blur, "St. Charles Square," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023Blur, "The Narcissist," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023Blur, "The Heights," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023Blur, "The Ballad," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023Claud, "A Good Thing," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023Claud, "The Moving On," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023Claud, "Crumbs," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023Claud, "Every Fucking Time," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023Claud, "Wet," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023Living Colour, "Love Rears It's Ugly Head," Time's Up, Epic, 1990Living Colour, "Solace Of You," Time's Up, Epic, 1990Living Colour, "Time's Up," Time's Up, Epic, 1990Living Colour, "Pride," Time's Up, Epic, 1990Living Colour, "This Is the Life," Time's Up, Epic, 1990Living Colour, "Information Overload," Time's Up, Epic, 1990RVG, "Midnight Sun," Brain Worms, Fire, 2023Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Sinéad O'Connor, "Nothing Compares 2 U," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Sinéad O'Connor, "Horse on the Highway (demo)," n/a, n/a, 2020Sinéad O'Connor, "Trouble Will Soon Be Over," God Don't Never Change: The Songs of Blind Willie Johnson, Alligator, 2016Sinéad O'Connor, "Last Day of Our Acquaintance," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990Sinéad O'Connor, "Mandinka," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987Sinéad O'Connor, "I Am Stretched on Your Grave," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990Sinéad O'Connor, "Thank You For Hearing Me," Universal Mother, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1994Sinéad O'Connor, "Marcus Garvey," Throw Down Your Arms, Chocolate and Vanilla, 2005Sinéad O'Connor, "Jackie," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987Sinéad O'Connor, "Peggy Gordon," Sean-Nós Nua, Vanguard, 2002Sinéad O'Connor, "This Is a Rebel Song," Gospel Oak EP, Chrysalis, 1997Living Colour, "Cult of Personality," Vivid, Epic, 1988Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Wilco, "Falling Apart (Right Now)," Cruel Country, Legacy, 2022The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967PJ Harvey, "Prayer at the Gate," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023PJ Harvey, "I Inside the Old I Dying," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023PJ Harvey, "Lwonesome Tonight," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023Robbie Fulks, "We Live A Long Time To Get Old," 13 Hillbilly Giants, Bloodshot, 2001Win Stracke, "El-A-Noy," Songs of Old Town, Flair, 1968John Prine, "A Good Time," Sweet Revenge, Atlantic, 1973Wilco, "Cruel Country," Cruel Country, Legacy, 2022Mekons, "Sin City," Honky Tonkin', Sin, 1987Sundowners, "Sidewalks of Chicago," Chicago Country Legends, Bloodshot, 2003Dolly Varden, "Not Ashamed," Mouthful of Lies, Mid-Fi, 1995The Blacks, "Why Drunky," Down To The Promised Land - 5 Years Of Bloodshot Records, Bloodshot, 2000Tony Bennett, "(I Left My Heart) in San Francisco," I Left My Heart in San Francisco, Columbia, 1962Tony Bennett and Amy Winehouse, "Body and Soul," Duets II, Columbia, 2011Living Colour, "Cult of Personality," Vivid, Epic, 1988Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to singer and actress Jane Birkin, who died in July at age 76. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Bill Withers, "Use Me (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Anohni and the Johnsons, "It Must Change," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023Anohni and the Johnsons, "Scapegoat," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023Anohni and the Johnsons, "You Be Free," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023Anohni and the Johnsons, "Sliver Of Ice," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023Bill Withers, "Lean On Me (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973Lou Rawls, "St. James Infirmary," Live, Capitol, 1966Bill Withers, "Three Nights and a Morning," Three Nights and a Morning (Single), Lotus, 1967Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band, "Express Yourself," Express Yourself, Warner Bros, 1970Bill Withers, "Harlem," Just As I Am, Sussex, 1971Bill Withers, "Ain't No Sunshine," Just As I Am, Sussex, 1971Bill Withers, "Use Me," Still Bill, Sussex, 1972Grace Jones, "Use Me," Nightclubbing, Island, 1981Liza Minnelli, "Use Me," The Singer, CBS, 1973Bill Withers, "I Can't Write Left-Handed (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973Bill Withers, "Friend of Mine (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973Bill Withers, "Grandma's Hand (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973Bill Withers, "Harlem/Cold Baloney," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973Lauryn Hill, "The Mystery of Iniquity," MTV Unplugged 2.0, Columbia, 2002Bill Withers, "Ain't No Sunshine (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973Merle Haggard and the Strangers, "Sidewalks of Chicago," Hag, Capitol, 1971Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're sharing our friends at Oregon Public Broadcasting's new podcast, Starting A Riot. It's a co-production between OPB and She Shreds Media and hosted by journalist and musician Fabi Reyna. It tells the story of riot grrrl music in six episodes. More information here https://www.opb.org/starting-a-riot/ Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Blackie Onassis of Urge Overkill (aka John Rowan), who recently died at age 57. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Wesley Joseph, "COLD SUMMER," GLOW, Secretly Canadian, 2023Avalon Emerson, "Sandrail Silhouette," & The Charm, Another Dove, 2023Tombstones In Their Eyes, "Life," Sea of Sorrow, Kitten Robot, 2023Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Durand Jones, "I Want You," Wait Til I Get Over, Dead Oceans, 2023Bully, "Days Move Slow," Lucky for You, Sub Pop, 2023Kelela, "Happy Ending," Raven, Warp, 2023Louise Post, "Don't Give Up," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023Wednesday, "Quarry," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Jason Isbell, "Save The World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Billy Woods and Kenny Segal, "Soundcheck (feat. Quelle Chris)," Maps, Backwoodz, 2023Bill Withers, "Use Me (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a feminist song from Astrud Gilberto to the Desert Island Jukebox. Gilberto died in June at age 83. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Killer Mike, "SLUMMER," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023Killer Mike, "MOTHERLESS," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023Killer Mike, "DOWN BY LAW," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023Killer Mike, "SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS (feat. Future & Eryn Allen Kane)," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023Cass Elliot, "Make Your Own Kind of Music," Bubblegum, Lemonade &... Something for Mama, Dunhill, 1969Barry Mann, "Who Put the Bomp (in the Bomp, Bomp, Bomp)," Who Put The Bomp, ABC-Paramount, 1961Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Devil or Angel, Weton, 1960The Drifters, "Saturday Night at the Movies," The Good Life With The Drifters, Atlantic, 1963Tony Orlando, "Happy Times Are Here to Stay," Bless You and 11 Other Great Hits, Epic, 1961The Righteous Brothers, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin', Philles, 1964The Crystals, "Uptown," Twist Uptown, Philles, 1962Eydie Gormé, "Blame It on the Bossa Nova," Blame It on the Bossa Nova, Columbia, 1963The Cookies, "On Broadway," The Complete Cookies, Sequel, 1963The Drifters, "On Broadway," Under The Boardwalk, Atlantic, 1963Barry Mann, "Soul and Inspiration," Soul and Inspiration (Single), Unreleased, 1966Barry Mann, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place [Original Demo]," Red Bird Story, Snapper UK, 2011The Animals, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place ," Animal Tracks, EMI, 1965Dolly Parton, "Here You Come Again," Here You Come Again, RCA, 1977OneRepublic, "Love Runs Out," Native, Interscope, 2013Timbaland (feat. OneRepublic), "Apologize," Shock Value, Blackground, 2007Leona Lewis, "Bleeding Love," Spirit, Syco, 2007Beyoncé, "Halo," I Am... Sasha Fierce, Columbia, 2008Adele, "Turning Tables," 21, Columbia, 2011Taylor Swift, "Welcome to New York," 1989, Big Machine, 2014OneRepublic, "Counting Stars," Native, Interscope, 2013Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, "Miles," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode producer Alex Claiborne reviews the recent Boygenius concert she attended at the Re:SET Fest in Chicago.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: War, "The World Is a Ghetto," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Janelle Monáe, "Float (feat. Seun Kuti & Egypt 80')," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023Janelle Monáe, "Lipstick Lover," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023Janelle Monáe, "Haute," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023Janelle Monáe, "Oooh La La (feat. Grace Jones)," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023Jenny Lewis, "Puppy and a Truck," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023Jenny Lewis, "Psychos," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023Jenny Lewis, "Giddy Up," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023Jenny Lewis, "Essence of Life," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023Jenny Lewis, "Joy'All," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023War, "Spill the Wine," Eric Burdon Declares "War", MGM, 1970War, "City, Country, City," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972War, "Low Rider," Why Can't We Be Friends?, United Artists, 1975War, "The Cisco Kid," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972War, "Where Was You At," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972War, "So," Why Can't We Be Friends?, United Artists, 1975The Righteous Brothers, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin', Philles, 1965Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   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, 1964The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Little Richard, "Tutti Frutti," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957Little Richard, "Keep a Knockin'," Little Richard, Specialty, 1958Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971Little Richard, "It's Real," The King of Gospel Singers, Mercury, 1961Little Richard, "Rip It Up," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957War, "The World Is a Ghetto," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song by a criminally underrated songwriter's lesser-known band to the Desert Island Jukebox. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Miles," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Protomartyr, "Make Way," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023Protomartyr, "For Tomorrow," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023Protomartyr, "Let's Tip the Creator," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023Protomartyr, "Polacrilex Kid," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023Protomartyr, "Rain Garden," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Death Wish," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Middle of the Morning," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "King of Oklahoma," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "When We Were Close," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "If You Insist," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Save the World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Little Richard, "Tutti Frutti," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Chuck Berry, "Johnny B. Goode," Johnny B. Goode (Single), Chess, 1958Tina Turner, "What's Love Got to Do With It ," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984Ike and Tina Turner, "Proud Mary," Workin' Together, Liberty, 1970Ike and Tina Turner, "River Deep Mountain High," River Deep - Mountain High, A&M, 1969Tina Turner, "Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)," B.E.F. Presents Tina Turner, Virgin, 1982Tina Turner, "Better Be Good to Me," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984Chuck Berry, "Blues #1," Have Mercy: His Complete Chess Recordings 1969-1974, Geffen, 2010Chuck Berry, "Maybellene," (Single), Chess, 1955Chuck Berry, "You Never Can Tell," (Single), Chess, 1964Chuck Berry, "Promised Land," (Single), Chess, 1964Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Cast Iron Skillet," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 BallSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: feeble little horse, "Tin Man," Tin Man (Single), Saddle Creek, 2023The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Tombstones in Their Eyes, "No One to Blame," Sea of Sorrow, Kitten Robot, 2023African Head Charge, "Microdosing," Microdosing (Single), On-U Sound, 2023Evangeline, "Mystic," Fuzzy, Fourteen One Four, 2023Juliana, "Narices Frias," Narice Frias (Single), MUN, 2023Ye Vagabonds, "Blue is the Eye," Nine Waves, River Lea, 2022Draag, "Demonbird," Dark Fire Heresy, Draag, 2023Louise Post, "Guilty," Guilty (Single), El Camino, 2023The Greeting Committee, "Can I Leave Me Too?," Dandelion, Harvest, 2021Cafuné, "Tek It," Running, Aurelians Club, Elektra, 2021Durand Jones, "Lord Have Mercy," Wait Til I Get Over, Dead Oceans, 2023Vanessa Tha Finessa, "Top Notch," CURRENT, babygirl123, 2023Gabe 'Nandez, "Pangea," Pangea, Pow, 2023Sphaèros, "Possession," POSSESSION, Pan European, 2020The Smiths, "This Charming Man," The Smiths, Rough Trade, 1984The Smiths, "Barbarism Begins At Home," Meat Is Murder, Sire, 1985Chuck Berry, "You Never Can Tell (1964 Single Version)," You Never Can Tell (Single), Chess, 1964Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (feat. Sonny Landreth)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967billy woods / Kenny Segal, "FaceTime (feat. Samuel T. Herring)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Soundcheck (feat. Quelle Chris)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023billy woods / Kenny Segal, "NYC Tapwater," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Year Zero (feat. Danny Brown)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Kenwood Speakers," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023Gordon Lightfoot, "If You Could Read My Mind," Sit Down Young Stranger, Reprise, 1970Gordon Lightfoot, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," Summertime Dream, Reprise, 1976Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022Shemekia Copeland, "Fell In Love With A Honky (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022Shemekia Copeland, "The Talk," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022Shemekia Copeland, "Uncivil War (Live on Sound Opinions)," Uncivil War, Alligator, 2020Shemekia Copeland, "Nobody But You (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022Tina Turner, "Better Be Good to Me," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to the graphic artist Frank Kozik and his lesser-known role in the music industry.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Syl Johnson, "Concrete Reservation," Is It Because I'm Black (Deluxe 50th Anniversary Edition), Numero, 2019The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Television, "Little Johnny Jewel," Ork Records: New York, New York, Numero, 2015Blondie, "Moonlight Drive," Against The Odds: 1974 - 1982, Capitol, 2022Mickey & The Soul Generation, "Give Everybody Some," Give Everybody Some (Single), Numero, 2023Jackie Shane, "Any Other Way," Any Other Way, Numero, 2017Bruce Springsteen, "Any Other Way," Only the Strong Survive, Columbia, 2022Joey Edmonds, "Blue," Whispers Lounge, Numero, 2020Charlie Megira, "Tomorrow's Gone," Tomorrow's Gone, Numero, 2019Mick Farren & The New Wave, "Lost Johnny," Ork Records: New York, New York, Numero, 201594 East, "If You See Me," If You See Me (Single), Numero, 2013Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (feat. Sonny Landreth)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: The Doors, "The End," The Doors, Elektra, 1967The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Sharon Van Etten, "The End of the World," Resistance Radio: The Man in the High Castle Album, Columbia, 2017R.E.M., "It's the End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)," Document, I.R.S., 1987David Bowie, "Five Years," The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, RCA, 1972Barry McGuire, "Eve of Destruction," Eve of Destruction, Geffen, 1965Matt Maltese, "As the World Caves In," Bad Contestant, Atlantic UK, 2018Postal Service, "We Will Become Silhouettes," Give Up, Sub Pop, 2005Randy Newman, "Political Science," Sail Away, Rhino/Warner, 1972Nico, "The End," The End..., Island, 1974Phoebe Bridgers, "I Know the End," Punisher, Dead Oceans, 2020The Verve, "Bitter Sweet Symphony," Urban Hymns, Hut, 1997Fishbone, "Party At Ground Zero," Fishbone, Columbia, 1985Madonna, "4 Minutes (feat. Justin Timberlake & Timbaland)," Hard Candy, Warner Bros., 2008Method Man, "Judgement Day," Tical 2000: Judgement Day, Def Jam, 1998Johnny Cash, "The Man Comes Around," American IV: The Man Comes Around, American Recordings, Universal, 2002Xixa, "May They Call Us Home," Genesis, Julian, 2020Reckling, "Spitter," Reckling, Reckling, 2018Cam Cool, "Everyone Texts and Drives," Everyone Texts and Drives (Single), Cam Cool, 2023Syl Johnson, "Concrete Reservation," Is It Because I'm Black (Deluxe 50th Anniversary Edition), Numero, 2019Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Phil Collins, "Sussudio," No Jacket Required, Atlantic, 1985The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967The National, "The Alcott (feat. Taylor Swift)," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023The National, "Eucalyptus," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023The National, "This Isn't Helping (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023The National, "Tropic Morning News," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023Ramones, "Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue," Ramones, Sire, 1976Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel, "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)," The Best Years of Our Lives, EMI, 1975Cockney Rebel, "Tumbling Down," The Psychomodo, EMI, 1974Roxy Music, "Do the Strand," For Your Pleasure, Warner, 1973Luna, "Season of the Witch," Season of the Witch (Single), Beggars Banquet, 1996Love, "A House Is Not a Motel," Forever Changes, Elektra, 1967R.E.M., "It's the End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)," Document, I.R.S., 1987  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Bob Dylan, "It's Alright, Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)," Bringing It All Back Home, Columbia, 1965The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Everything but the Girl, "Nothing Left To Lose," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023Everything but the Girl, "When You Mess Up," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023Everything but the Girl, "Lost," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023The Allman Brothers Band, "Ramblin' Man," Brothers and Sisters, Capricorn, 1973Bob Dylan, "Maggie's Farm," Bringing It All Back Home, Columbia, 1965Bob Dylan, "Gotta Serve Somebody," Slow Train Coming, Columbia, 1979Joy Division, "Love Will Tear Us Apart," Closer, Factory, 1980Grace Jones, "On Your Knees," Muse, Island, 1979Grace Jones, "Warm Leatherette," Warm Leatherette, Island, 1980The Normal, "Warm Leatherette," Warm Leatherette (Single), Mute, 1978Ceremony, "New Order," Movement, Factory, 1981The Germs, "Forming," Forming (Single), What, 1977Yoko Ono, "Walking on Thin Ice," Walking on Thin Ice (Single), Geffen, 1981Phil Collins, "Sussudio," No Jacket Required, Atlantic, 1985Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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."   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.    Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Eleventh Dream Day, "Among the Pines," Prairie School Freakout, Amoeba, 1988The Beatles, "With A Little Help (From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1966Wednesday, "Turkey Vultures," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Wednesday, "Bull Believer," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Wednesday, "Bath County," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023Lankum, "The New York Trader," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023Lankum, "Go Dig My Grave," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023Lankum, "The Turn," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023Lankum, "Netta Perseus," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023Eleventh Dream Day, "Southern Pacific," Wayne EP, Amoeba, 1989Freakwater, "Wild and Blue," Dancing Under Water, Amoeba, 1991Eleventh Dream Day, "Between Here and There," Beet, Atlantic, 1989Eleventh Dream Day, "Orange Moon," Ursa Major, Atavistic, 1994Eleventh Dream Day, "Since Grazed," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "A Case to Carry On," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was inspired by watching the TV show, Yellowjackets.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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, 1988Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," The Record, Interscope, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Boygenius, "True Blue," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Without You Without Them," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Letter to An Old Poet," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "20," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Satanist," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Emily, I'm Sorry," The Record, Interscope, 2023Boygenius, "Anti-Curse," The Record, Interscope, 2023Wild Flag, "Glass Tambourine," Wild Flag, Merge, 2011Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt, "After the Gold Rush," Trio II, Asylum, 1999Sunny War, "No Reason," Anarchist Gospel, New West, 2023Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was partially created by mushrooms. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: De La Soul, "Me Myself and I," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967De La Soul, "Plug Tunin'," Plug Tunin' / Freedom Of Speak (Single), Tommy Boy, 1988De La Soul, "Tread Water," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989De La Soul, "Intro," 4 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Joe Bataan, "Rap-O Clap-O," Rap-O Clap-O (Single), Salsoul, 1979Eric B. & Rakim, "Eric B. Is President," Paid in Full, 4th & Broadway, 1987James Brown, "Funky President (People It's Bad)," Reality, Polydor, 1974Stetsasonic, "Sally," In Full Gear, Tommy Boy, 1988De La Soul, "Plug Tunin (Last Chance To Comprehend)," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Johnny Cash, "Five Feet High and Rising," Songs of Our Soil, Columbia, 1959The Invitations, "Written on the Wall," Hallelujah (Single), DynoVoice, 1965De La Soul, "Potholes In My Lawn," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Bob Dorough, "Three Is a Magic Number," Schoolhouse Rock! Rocks, Lava, 1996De La Soul, "The Magic Number," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989De La Soul, "Jenifa Taught Me (Derwin's Revenge)," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989De La Soul, "Say No Go," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Funkadelic, "Not Just Knee Deep," Uncle Jam Wants You, Casablanca, 1979Ohio Players, "Funky Worm," Funky Worm (Single), Westbound, 1972Edwin Birdsong, "Rapper Dapper Snapper," Funktaztik, Salsoul, 1981Loose Ends, "Gonna Make You Mine," Zagora, MCA, 1986Doug E. Fresh, "The Original Human Beatbox," The Original Human Beatbox (12" Single), Vintertainment, 1984The Turtles, "You Showed Me," You Showed Me (Single), White Whale, 1966The Mothers of Invention, "Louie Louie (Live At the Royal Albert Hall In London)," Uncle Meat, Reprise, 1969Buddy Guy, "First Time I Met the Blues," I Got My Eyes On You (Single), Chess, 1960Gilbert O'Sullivan, "Alone Again (Naturally)," Alone Again (Naturally) (Single), MAM, 1972Biz Markie, "Alone Again ," I Need A Haircut, Cold Chillin', 1991De La Soul, "Buddy," 3 Feet High And Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Nico Segal & The Social Experiment, "Windows," Windows, (self-released), 2015Common, "I Am Music," Electric Circus, MCA, 2002Frank Ocean, "Sweet Life," Channel ORANGE, Island Def Jam Music, 2012Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, "I'll Be Missing You (feat. 112)," Tribute to the Notorious B.I.G. - EP, Bad Boy, 1989A Tribe Called Quest, "Electric Relaxation," Midnight Marauders, Jive, 1993Jungle Brothers, "Because I Got It Like That," Straight Out the Jungle, Warlock, 1988Black Star, "Brown Skin Lady," Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star, Rawkus, 1999Lupe Fiasco, "Kick Push," Lupe Fiasco's Food & Liquor, Atlantic, 2006Kanye West, "Spaceship," The College Dropout, Roc-A-Fella, 2004Murs, "The Pain," Murs 3:16: The 9th Edition, Definitive Jux, 2004Lady Gaga, "Paparazzi," The Fame, Interscope, 2008Richard Buckner, "Lil Wallet Picture," Devotion + Doubt, MCA, 1997The Speedies, "Let Me Take Your Photo," Let Me Take Your Photo (Single), Golden Disc, 1979The Cure, "Pictures of You," Disintegration, Fiction, 1989boygenius, "Not Strong Enough," the record, Interscope, 2023  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Glen "Spot" Lockett, the in-house producer at SST Records, who recently died at age 71.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.    Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Poster Children, "She Walks," Flower Plower, Limited Potential, 1989The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Iris DeMent, "Workin' On A World," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023Iris DeMent, "The Sacred Now," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023Iris DeMent, "Mahalia," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023Iris DeMent, "Goin' Down To Sing In Texas," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023Iris DeMent, "Let Me Be Your Jesus," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023Screaming Females, "Brass Bell," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023Screaming Females, "Let You Go," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023Screaming Females, "Mourning Dove," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023Poster Children, "Now Its Gone," No More Songs About Sleep And Fire, Hidden Agenda, 2004Poster Children, "He's My Star," Junior Citizen, Sire, 1995De La Soul, "Me, Myself and I," 3 Feet High and Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: John Cale, "STORY OF BLOOD feat. Weyes Blood," Mercy, Double Six, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967John Cale, "EVERLASTING DAYS feat. Animal Collective," Mercy, Double Six, 2023John Cale, "MARILYN MONROE'S LEGS (beauty elsewhere) feat. Actress," Mercy, Double Six, 2023John Cale, "TIME STANDS STILL feat. Sylvan Esso," Mercy, Double Six, 2023John Cale, "NIGHT CRAWLING," Mercy, Double Six, 2023John Cale, "MOONSTRUCK (Nico's Song)," Mercy, Double Six, 2023The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Femme Fatale," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967The Velvet Underground and Nico, "I'm Waiting for the Man," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967John Cale, "Dying On the Vine (Fragments)," Artificial Intelligence, PVC, 1985John Cale, "MERCY," Mercy, Double Six, 2023Johnny Rivers, "Secret Agent Man," ...And I Know You Wanna Dance, Imperial, 1966Tony Allen, "Secret Agent," Secret Agent, World Circuit, 2009The Fugs, "CIA Man," Virgin Fugs, ESP-Disk, 1967Gene Vincent, "Private Detective (feat. The Shouts)," Private Detective (feat. The Shouts) (Single), Columbia, 1964Rockwell, "Somebody's Watching Me," Somebody's Watching Me, Motown, 1984The Untouchables, "I Spy (For the F.B.I.)," Wild Child, MCA, 1985Lori & The Chameleons, "The Lonely Spy," To the Shores of Lake Placid, Zoo, 1982Desmond Dekker & the Aces, "007 (Shanty Town)," Action!, Lagoon, 1968The dB's, "A Spy In the House of Love," Like This, Bearsville, 1984Big Boys, "Detectives," The Skinny Elvis, Touch and Go, 1993Steely Dan & Tom Scott, "Aja," Aja, ABC, 1977Wayne Shorter, "Speak No Evil," Speak No Evil, Blue Note, 1966Poster Children, "She Walks," Flower Plower, Limited Potential, 1989Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he learned of via a Yo La Tengo cover. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.    Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Siouxsie & The Banshees, "Spellbound," Juju, Polydor, 1981The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Kelela, "Washed Away," Raven, Warp, 2023Kelela, "Raven," Raven, Warp, 2023Kelela, "Enough for Love," Raven, Warp, 2023Kelela, "On the Run," Raven, Warp, 2023Kelela, "Bruises," Raven, Warp, 2023Yo La Tengo, "Sinatra Drive Breakdown," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023Yo La Tengo, "Fallout," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023Yo La Tengo, "Aselestine," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023Yo La Tengo, "This Stupid World," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023Yo La Tengo, "Until It Happens," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023Adam Ant, "Juanito the Bandito," Juanito the Bandito (Single), CBS, 1982Blue Rondo À La Turk, "Me and Mr. Sanchez," Me and Mr. Sanchez (Single), Virgin, 1981Holly Johnson, "Americanos," Blast, MCA, 1989Duran Duran, "The Reflex (The Dance Mix)," The Reflex (The Dance Mix) (Single), EMI, 1984Orchestral Manœuvres In The Dark, "So In Love," So In Love (Single), Virgin, 1985Pat Boone, "Speedy Gonzales," Speedy Gonzales (Single), Dot, 1962John Cale, "Story of Blood feat. Weyes Blood," Mercy, Double Six, 2023Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops   Featured Songs: Beyoncé, "COZY," RENAISSANCE, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Caroline Polachek, "Bunny Is a Rider," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023Caroline Polachek, "I Believe," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023Caroline Polachek, "Blood and Butter," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023Culture Club, "Karma Chameleon," Colour By Numbers, Virgin, 1983  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds three versions of the same song to the Desert Island Jukebox.  Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Chris Connelly, "Ripcord, Ripcord," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967The Shirelles, "Baby It's You," Baby It's You, Scepter, 1962Elvis Costello and Burt Bacharach, "Toledo," Painted from Memory, Mercury, 1998Sonny Rollins, "Alfie's Theme," Alfie, Impulse!, 1966Dionne Warwick, "Don't Make Me Over," Presenting Dionne Warwick, Scepter, 1963Chris Connelly, "Union Square West," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022Nico, "Janitor of Lunacy," Desertshore, Reprise, 1970Nico, "Julius Caesar (Memento Hodie)," The Marble Index, Elektra, 1968Chris Connelly, "Andy, Incidentally," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022Chris Connelly, "A Slow Jones In New York," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022Chris Connelly, "Eulogy To Lenny Bruce," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022Chris Connelly, "Vegas," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022Chris Connelly, "Hanging Gardens," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022Christopher Tin, "Baba Yetu (feat. Soweto Gospel Choir)," Calling All Dawns, Tin Works, 2009Day Wave, "Loner," Pastlife, Pias, 2022The Lord, "The End of Absence (feat. Petra Haden)," Devotional (feat. Petra Haden), Southern Lord, 2022Sasami, "The Greatest," Squeeze, Domino, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Sinéad O'Connor, "Nothing Compares 2 U," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Lil Yachty, "drive ME crazy!," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023Lil Yachty, "the BLACK seminole," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023Lil Yachty, "sHouLd i B," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023Sinéad O'Connor, "Last Day of Our Acquaintance," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990Sinéad O'Connor, "Mandinka," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987Sinéad O'Connor, "I Am Stretched on Your Grave," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990Sinéad O'Connor, "Thank You for Hearing Me," Universal Mother, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1994Sinéad O'Connor, "Marcus Garvey," Throw Down Your Arms, Chocolate and Vanilla, 2005Sinéad O'Connor, "Jackie," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987Sinéad O'Connor, "Peggy Gordon," Sean-Nós Nua, Vanguard, 2002Sinéad O'Connor, "This Is a Rebel Song," Gospel Oak EP, Chrysalis, 1997Chris Connelly, "Ripcord, Ripcord," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg shares his experience in New York City, visiting the Lou Reed exhibit at the New York Public Library.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Avalon Emerson, "Sandrail Silhouette," Sandrail Silhouette (Single), Another Dove, 2023The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Television, "Marquee Moon," Marquee Moon, Elektra, 1977Television, "Venus," Marquee Moon, Elektra, 1977Television, "Glory," Adventure, Elektra, 1978Wesley Joseph, "MONSOON," MONSOON (Single), Secretly Canadian, 2022The Get Right Band, "Hell Yes Refresh," Hell Yes Refresh (Single), Head Heart and Hips, 2022Hurry Up, "American Weirdos," Dismal Nitch, Comedy Minus One, 2022mazie, "it's not me (it's u)," it's not me (it's u), Good Boy, 2023Måneskin, "GOSSIP (feat. Tom Morello)," RUSH!, Epic, 2023Little Dragon, "Water (FKJ Remix)," New Me, Same Us Remix - EP, Ninja Tune, 2021Ducks Ltd., "18 Cigarettes," Modern Fiction, Carpark, 2021The Arcs, "Only One For Me," Electrophonic Chronic, Easy Eye Sound, 2023Manasseh, "I'll Be - Live Pt. 1," Variations V1: I'll Be, Self-Released, 2023Automatic, "New Beginning," Excess, Stones Throw, 2022Daydream Review, "Have You Found What You’re Looking For?," Leisure, Side Hustle, 2023Sinéad O'Connor, "Black Boys on Mopeds," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Stars of the Lid, "Goodnight," Music for Nitrous Oxide, Kranky, 1995Iggy Pop, "Frenzy," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023Iggy Pop, "Strung Out Johnny," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023Iggy Pop, "New Atlantis," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023Iggy Pop, "The News For Andy (Interlude)," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023Ladytron, "Time's Arrow," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023Ladytron, "City of Angels," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023Ladytron, "The Dreamers," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023Ladytron, "Misery Remember Me," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023Godspeed You! Black Emperor, "Storm," Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven, Kranky, 2000Labradford, "S," Mi Media Naranja, Kranky, 1997John Barry, "Somewhere In Time (Main Theme)," Somewhere In Time (Soundtrack from the Motion Picture), Geffen, 1980Jessamine, "...Or What You Mean," The Long Arm of Coincidence, Kranky, 1996Low, "Sunflower," Things We Lost In the Fire, Kranky, 2001Labradford, "David," fixed::context, Kranky, 2000Godspeed You! Black Emperor, "The Dead Flag Blues," F♯ A♯ ∞, Kranky, 1997LadyBlu, "Sweet Anxiety," Sweet Anxiety (Single), 4246244, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg pay tribute to Van Conner of the Screaming Trees, who recently died at age 55.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsFeatured SongsThe Kinks, "People Take Pictures of Each Other," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967Crosby, Stills and Nash, "Long Time Gone," Crosby, Stills and Nash, Atlantic, 1969David Crosby, "Cowboy Movie," If I Could Only Remember My Name, Atlantic, 1971Spoon, "I Turn My Camera On," Gimme Fiction, Matador, 2005Yes, "Into the Lens," Drama, Atlantic, 1980Pink, "Family Portrait," Missundaztood, Arista, 2001Ringo Starr, "Photograph," Ringo, Apple, 1973Kevin Morby, "This Is A Photograph," This Is A Photograph, Dead Oceans, 2022Patti Smith, "Gloria," Horses, Arista, 1975The Kinks, "Picture Book," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968Duran Duran, "Girls On Film," Duran Duran, EMI, 1981Ice Cube, "Who Got the Camera," The Predator, Priority, 1992Outkast, "Hey Ya!," Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, Arista, 2003Mission of Burma, "This Is Not a Photograph," Signals, Calls and Marches, Ace of Hearts, 1980The Cure, "Pictures of You," Disintegration, Fiction, 1989Labradford, "S," Mi Media Naranja, Kranky, 1998Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsFeatured SongsDry Cleaning, "Don't Press Me," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022SZA, "Shirt," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022SZA, "Nobody Gets Me," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022SZA, "Kill Bill," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022SZA, "Gone Girl," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Margo Price, "Radio," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Margo Price, "Time Machine," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023Dry Cleaning, "Magic of Meghan," Sweet Princess, It's OK, 2019Dry Cleaning, "Scratchcard Lanyard," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Anna Calls From The Artic," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022Dry Cleaning, "No Decent Shoes For Rain," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022The Yardbirds, "Shapes of Things," (Single), Epic, 1966Jeff Beck, "Beck's Bolero," Truth, Epic, 1968The Kinks, "People Take Pictures of Each Other," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a girl group song from 2007 that can stand alongside more famous tracks from the 1960s. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Casey Likes and the Cast of Almost Famous, "No Friends," No Friends (Single), Sony Masterworks Broadway, 2022Dean Jones & Susan Browning, "Barcelona," Company (Original Broadway Cast), Columbia, 1970Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous, DreamWorks, 2000Solea Pfeiffer and the Cast of Almost Famous, "Morocco," Morocco (Single), Sony Masterworks Broadway, 2022Peter Gabriel, "In Your Eyes," So, Real World, 1986Jónsi, "Sinking Friendships," Go, XL, 2010Dry Cleaning, "Don't Press Me," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, we pay tribute to even more musicians who died at the end of 2022. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Bad Bunny, "Moscow Mule," Un Verano Sin Ti, RIMAS ENTERTAINMENT, 2022Irene Cara, "Flashdance...What a Feeling," Flashdance: Original Soundtrack from the Motion Picture, Casablanca, 1983Irene Cara, "Fame," Fame: The Original Soundtrack from the Motion Picture, RSO, 1980The Clean, "Anything Could Happen," Compilation, Flying Nun, 1986Hawkwind, "Master of the Universe," In Search of Space, United Artists, 1971Public Image Ltd, "Public Image," Public Image: First Issue, Virgin, 1978Robyn Hitchcock, "The Man Who Loves the Rain," Shufflemania!, Tiny Ghost, 2022Ateez, "Guerilla," The World EP.1 : Movement, KQ Entertainment, 2022Lil Nas X, "That's What I Want," Montero, Columbia, 2021Glass Animals, "Heat Waves," Dreamland, Wolf Tone, 2020Superchunk, "If You're Not Dark," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022GAYLE, "abc (nicer)," abc (nicer) (Single), Atlantic, 2021Nicki Minaj, "Super Freaky Girl," Super Freaky Girl (Single), Young Money, 2022Taylor Swift, "Would've, Could've, Should've," Midnights (3am Edition), Republic, 2022Dummy, "Mono Retriever," Mono Retriever (Single), Sub Pop, 2022PLOSIVS, "Hit the Breaks," Hit the Breaks (Single), Swami, 2021Bodega, "Statuette on the Console," Broken Equipment, What's Your Rupture?, 2022Thee Oh Sees, "A Foul Form," A Foul Form, Castle Face, 2022Anna Calvi, "Ain't No Grave," Tommy - EP, Domino, 2022Brittany Davis, "I Choose to Live," I Choose to Live - EP, Loosegrove, 2022Say Sue Me, "To Dream," The Last Thing Left, Damnably & Beach Town Music, 2022Yola, "Strange Things Are Happening Every Day," ELVIS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), RCA, 2022Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous, DreamWorks, 2000Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Low, "More," Hey What, Sub Pop, 2021Low, "Try to Sleep (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011Robert Plant, "Monkey," Band of Joy, Decca, Rounder, 2010Led Zeppelin, "Black Dog," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971Low, "You See Everything (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Kranky, 1999Low, "Witches (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011Low, "California," The Great Destroyer, Rough Trade, 2005Loretta Lynn, "Story of My Life," Van Lear Rose, Interscope, 2004Loretta Lynn, "The Pill," Back to the Country, MCA, 1975The Feelies, "Raised Eyebrows," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff America, 1980The Golden Palominos, "Clustering Train (feat. Michael Stipe)," Visions of Excess, Celluloid, 1985Taylor Swift, "Anti-Hero," Midnights, Republic, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg recounts his experience visiting the Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:D'Angelo, "One Mo'gin," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Playa Playa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Brown Sugar," Brown Sugar, EMI, 1995D'Angelo, "Devil's Pie," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Africa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "The Root," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Off The Cuff," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Paul Young, "Come Back and Stay (Extended Version)," No Parlez, Columbia, 1983D'Angelo, "Send It On," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Feel Like Makin' Love," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000The Who, "Baba O'Riley (Live at the Hollywood Bowl 2002)," Who's Next, Decca, 1971The Who, "My Generation," My Generation, Brunswick, 1965Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Soundwalk," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Ekuté," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021D'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, 2003John Mayer Trio, "Who Did You Think I Was (Live at the House of Blues, Chicago, Illinois, September 22, 2005)," Try! Live in Concert, Columbia, 2005Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Kranky, 1999Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Andy Cirzan shares a song from his annual holiday obscura mix that was too weird for the radio.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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." Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Lenny Dee, "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961Andy Claus, Santa's Singing Cousin, "Andy's Reindeer Song," (Single), Snowflake, unknownAnn Bennett, "Another Christmas Rolls Around Again," (Single), Bertlen, unknownTommy Hester, "Daddy's Drinking Up Our Christmas," (Single), Luck, unknownLeonard Feather and Friends, "Comet (the Reindeer)," Winter Sequence, MGM, 1954Lenny Dee, "Sleigh Ride," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961Cristy Lane, "Jesus Is A Soul Man," (Single), Extremely Brave, 1971Jimmie Dale, "There Are Reindeer Running (Down The Christmas Trail)," (Single), Original, 1953Modern Jazz Quartet, "Variation No. 1 On "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen"," The Modern Jazz Quartet At Music Inn, Atlantic, 1956Unknown, "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town," unknown, unknown, unknownMartin Newell (w/ Andy Partridge), "Christmas In Suburbia," The Greatest Living Englishman, Pipeline, 1993Tom Waits, "New Years Eve," Bad As Me, Anti-, 2011Prince, "Another Lonely Christmas," (Single), Warner Bros, 1984Old Musicbox Melodies, "Auld Lang Syne," (Single), unknown, unknownSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg share more of their favorite albums of 2022.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:MUNA, "Anything But Me," MUNA, Saddest Factory, 2022Fleetwood Mac, "Everywhere," Tango in the Night, Warner, 1987Chicken Shack, "I'd Rather Go Blind," I'd Rather Go Blind (Single), Blue Horizon, 1969Fleetwood Mac, "Homeward Bound," Bare Trees, Reprise, 1972Katie Kim, "Eraser," Hour of the Ox, Katie Kim, 2022Santigold, "Fall First," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022Lizzo, "2 Be Loved (Am I Ready)," Special, Nice Life, Atlantic, 2022Pinkshift, "i'm not crying you're crying," Love Me Forever, Hopeless, 2022Viagra Boys, "Punk Rock Loser," Cave World, Year0001, 2022Trupa Trupa, "Uniforms," B Flat A, Lovitt, 2022MUNA, "Kind of Girl," MUNA, Saddest Factory, 2022Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul, "Thank You," Topical Dancer, Deewee, 2022Julia Jacklin, "Lydia Wears A Cross," Pre-Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022The Linda Lindas, "Nino," Growing Up, Epitath, 2022Danger Mouse & Black Thought, "Belize (feat. MF DOOM)," Cheat Codes, BMG, 2022Wet Leg, "UR Mum," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022Sharon Van Etten, "I'll Try," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022Dry Cleaning, "Stumpwork," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022Nnamdi, "Dedication," Please Have A Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Change of Heart (Single), Loma Vista, 2022Robyn Hitchcock, "The Shuffle Man," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022Robyn Hitchcock, "The Man Who Loves the Rain," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022Robyn Hitchcock, "The Sir Tommy Shovell," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022Robyn Hitchcock, "Noirer Than Noir," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022Plains, "Abilene," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022Plains, "Summer Sun," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022Plains, "Bellafatima," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022Plains, "Hurricane," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022Margo Price, "This Town Gets Around," Midwest Farmer's Daughter, Third Man, 2016Buffalo Clover, "Hey Child," Test Your Love, Self-Released, 2013Margo Price, "Weekender (Funk Version, Live at The Ryman, 2018)," Perfectly Imperfect at The Ryman, Loma Vista, 2020Loretta Lynn, "One's On The Way (feat. Margo Price)," Still Woman Enough, Sony Music, 2021Margo Price, "Hands of Time," Midwest Farmer's Daughter, Third Man, 2016Margo Price, "All American Made," All American Made, Third Man, 2017Margo Price, "Since You Put Me Down (Live on SNL)," (unreleased), N/A, 2016Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Been To The Mountain (Single), Loma Vista, 2022Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Tropicália legend Gal Costa, who died in November.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Ganser, "People Watching," Nothing You Do Matters, Felte, 2022Susan Voelz, "Oyster," Trust The Wave Will Hold You, Pravda, 2022Fruit Juice, "I Don't Know," I Don't Know (Single), Swoon, 2021Stuck, "Do Not Reply (feat. Miranda Winters)," Do Not Reply (feat. Miranda Winters) (Single), Born Yesterday, 2022Katie Kim, " Eraser," Hour of the Ox, Katie Kim, 2022NoSo, "Suburbia," Stay Proud of Me, Partisan, 2022Soul Glo, "Gold Chain Punk (whogonbeatmyass?)," Diaspora Problems, Epitaph, 2022COIN, "Chapstick," Uncanny Valley7, 10K Projects, 2022Medicine Singers, "Sanctuary (feat. Medicine Singers, Yonatan Gat and Jaimie Branch)," Medicine Singers, Stone Tapes, 2022The Monkey Power Trio, "Turn And See Her," Cry Mama, 550392 Records DK, 2022Panic Shack, "The Ick," Baby Shack - EP, Brace Yourself, 2022Talkdemonic, "Barely Dawn," Various Seasides, Talknumeric Learning Center, 2022Ganser, "Lucky," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020Ganser, "Bags For Life," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020Ganser, "Emergency Equipment and Exits," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020Ganser, "What Me Worry," Nothing You Do Matters, Felte, 2022Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Change of Heart (Single), Loma Vista, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:NNAMDÏ, "I Don't Wanna Be Famous," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022Alvvays, "Pharmacist," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022Alvvays, "Pomeranian Spinster," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022Alvvays, "Easy On Your Own?," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022Alvvays, "Belinda Says," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022Makaya McCraven, "Dream Another," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022Makaya McCraven, "This Place That Place," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022Makaya McCraven, "In These Times," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022NNAMDÏ, "Touchdown," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022NNAMDÏ, "Dibs," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022NNAMDÏ, "Heartless," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022NNAMDÏ, "You Are Here (For Now)," Krazy Karl, Sooper,NNAMDÏ, "Anti," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022NNAMDÏ, "Careful," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022Low, "More," Hey What, Sub Pop, 2021Low, "Just Make It Stop," The Invisible Way, Sub Pop, 2013Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Chairkickers Music, 1999Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg give an expanded obituary for Mimi Parker of Low.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Junebug & Ben Babbitt, "Too Late to Love You," Kentucky Route Zero (Original Soundtrack), Annapurna Interactive, 2020Rina Sawayama, "This Hell," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022Rina Sawayama, "Frankenstein," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022Rina Sawayama, "Hold The Girl," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022Rina Sawayama, "Send My Love To John," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022Rina Sawayama, "Forgiveness," Hold The Girl, Dirty Hit, 2022Brian Eno, "Who Gives a Thought," Foreverandevernomore, Verve, 2022Brian Eno, "Garden of Stars," Foreverandevernomore, Verve, 2022Brian Eno, "We Let It In," Foreverandevernomore, Verve, 2022Jim Guthrie, "Lone Star," Sword & Sworcery LP - The Ballad of the Space Babies, Dark Flute, 2011Tycho, "Send and Receive," Hohokum (Original Game Soundtrack), Ghostly International, 2004Robyn Miller, "Myst Theme," Myst - The Soundtrack, Cyan, 1995Austin Wintory, "I Was Born for This," Journey (Original Video Game Soundtrack), Sony, 2012OFK, "Follow/Unfollow," Follow/Unfollow (Single), Teddy Dieff, 2021Daniel Olsén & Jonathan Eng, "Dead of Night (feat. Linnea Olsson)," Sayonara Wild Hearts, Simogo AB, 2019Melissa Carper, "Makin' Memories," Daddy's Country Gold, Melissa Carper/Mae Music, 2021Fantastic Negrito, "Oh Betty," White Jesus Black Problems, Storefront, 2022Teen Mortgage, "S.W.A.S.," Life/Death, King Pizza, 2019Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "The Mercy Seat," Tender Prey, Mute, 1988Dead Man's Bones, "Pa Pa Power," Dead Man's Bones, Anti Inc., 2009Scorpions, "In Search of the Peace of Mind," Lonesome Crow, Brain, 1972The Who, "Sea and Sand," Quadrophenia, Track, 1973NNAMDÏ, "I Don't Wanna Be Famous," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a band that always represented their hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Jerry Lee Lewis, "Great Balls of Fire," Great Balls of Fire (Single), Sun, 1957Jerry Lee Lewis and the Nashville Teens, "Good Golly, Miss Molly (Live 1964)," Live at the Star Club, Hamburg, Philips, 1964Jerry Lee Lewis, "Middle Age Crazy," Country Memories, Mercury, 1977Superchunk, "This Night," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Superchunk, "Wild Loneliness," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Superchunk, "City of the Dead," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Superchunk, "Endless Summer (Live on Sound Opinions)," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Superchunk, "If You're Not Dark," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Superchunk, "Learned to Surf (Live on Sound Opinions)," Majesty Shredding, Merge, 2010Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds his favorite song about Frankenstein to the Desert Island Jukebox.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the 1980s, producers and songwriters Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis have made huge hits with artists like Janet Jackson, Boyz II Men and Mariah Carey. But finally in 2021, the duo released their debut album as artists. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with Jimmy Jam about the record and his illustrious past work. Plus, we hear the song that got Garbage's Shirley Manson Hooked on Sonics. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Jam & Lewis, "Spinnin (feat. Mary J. Blige)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021Jam & Lewis, "Somewhat Loved (There You Go Breakin' My Heart) (feat. Mariah Carey)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986Jam & Lewis, "The Next Best Day (feat. Boyz II Men)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021The S.O.S. Band, "Tell Me If You Still Care," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983Cornbread Harris and Friends, "PutThe World," Cornbread Supreme Volume 1, 2631577 Records DK, 2002Janet Jackson, "Control," Control, A&M, 1986The S.O.S. Band, "Just Be Good to Me," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983Jam & Lewis, "Happily Unhappy (feat. Toni Braxton)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021New Edition, "Can You Stand the Rain," Heart Break, MCA, 1987Janet Jackson, "Nasty," Control, A&M, 1986The S.O.S. Band, "Take Your Time (Do It Right)," SOS, Tabu, 1980Janet Jackson, "Miss You Much," Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814, A&M, 1989Chaka Khan, "Angel," Funk This, Burgundy, 2007Garbage, "No Gods No Masters," No Gods No Masters, Infectious Music, 2021Stray Cats, "Stray Cat Strut," Stray Cats, Arista, 1981Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Pearl Jam, "Even Flow," Ten, Epic, 1991Björk, "Atopos (feat. Kasimyn)," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022Björk, "Fossora (feat. Kasimyn)," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022Björk, "Sorrowful Soil," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022Björk, "Mycelia," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Wolf," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Spitting Off the Edge of the World," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Different Today," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Fleez," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022Pearl Jam, "Jeremy," Ten, Epic, 1991Pearl Jam, "Alive," Ten, Epic, 1991Pearl Jam, "Porch (Live at Lollapalooza 92)," Ten, Epic, 1991Pearl Jam, "Rearviewmirror," Vs., Epic, 1993Pearl Jam, "Better Man," Vitalogy, Epic, 1994Pearl Jam, "All Those Yesterdays," Yield, Epic, 1998Pearl Jam, "Yellow Ledbetter," Jeremy (Single), Epic, 1992Neil Young and Pearl Jam , "Rockin in the Free World (Live at the MTV Video Music Awards 93)," Freedom, Reprise, 1989Pearl Jam, "Release (Live in Chicago 2013)," Ten, Epic, 1991Pearl Jam, "Even Flow (Live in Chicago 2013)," Ten, Epic, 1991Mary J. Blige, "No More Drama," No More Drama, MCA, 2001Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme - Main Title," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979John Carpenter, "The Shape Stalks," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979Bebe Barron and Louis Barron, "Forbidden Planet Soundtrack - a) Main Titles - Overture - b) Giant Footprints In The Sand," Forbidden Planet, Planet, 1976Bernard 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, 1995John Carpenter, "Dark Star," Anthology: Movie Themes 1974-1998, Rodeo Suplex, 2017John Carpenter, "Skeleton," Lost Themes III: Life After Death, Sacred Bones, 2021Dimitri Tiomkin, "High Noon - Theme," Movie Memories: Music from the Greatest Films, Colosseum, 1995John Carpenter, "Dead Eyes," Lost Themes III: Life After Death, Sacred Bones, 2021Frankie Valli, "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)," The 4 Seasons Present Frankie Valli Solo, Philips, 1967Goblin, "Suspiria," Suspiria: The Complete Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, Cinevox, 1977Childish Gambino, "Redbone," "Awaken, My Love!", Glassnote, 2016Tobe Hooper and Wayne Bell, "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, N/A, 1974Magnet, "Willow's Song," The Wicker Man, Trunk, 1998David Lynch and Peter Ivers, "In Heaven (Lady in the Radiator Song)," Eraserhead: Original Soundtrack, I.R.S., 1982Luniz, "I Got 5 On It (feat. Michael Marshall)," Operation Stackola, C Note, 1995Mike Oldfield, "Tubular Bells, Part One," Tubular Bells, Virgin, 1973Tangerine Dream, "Rain In the Third House," Near Dark (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Varèse Sarabande, 1987Colin Newman, "Alone," A-Z, Beggars Banquet, 1980Krzysztof Komeda, "Main Title," Rosemary's Baby (Music from the Original Motion Picture Score), Dot, 1968Bauhaus, "Bela Lugosi's Dead," Press the Eject and Give Me the Tape, Beggars Banquet, 1982Philip Glass, "Helen's Theme," Candyman (Original 1992 Motion Picture Soundtrack), One Way Static, 2014Pearl Jam, "Yellow Ledbetter," Lost Dogs, Epic, 2003Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to country great Loretta Lynn.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Kurt Vile, "Wakin on a Pretty Day," Wakin on a Pretty Day, Matador, 2013Amanda Shires, "Take It Like a Man," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022Amanda Shires, "My Own Galaxy," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022Amanda Shires, "Hawk For The Dove," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022Amanda Shires, "Don't Be Alarmed," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022Nova Twins, "K.M.B.," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022Nova Twins, "Cleopatra," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022Nova Twins, "Antagonist," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022Kurt Vile, "Pretty Pimpin'," B'lieve I'm Goin Down..., Matador, 2015The Sadies, "It's Easy (Like Walking) (feat. Kurt Vile)," Northern Passages, Yep Roc, 2017Kurt Vile, "Mount Airy Hill (Way Gone) (Live on Sound Opinions)," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022Kurt Vile, "Freeway," Constant Hitmaker, Gulcher, 2008Kurt Vile, "Flyin (Like a Fast Train) (Live on Sound Opinions)," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022Kurt Vile, "Like Exploding Stones," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022Kurt Vile, "Goin on a Plane Today," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022Kurt Vile, "Wages of Sin," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022Kurt Vile, "Pretty Pimpin' (Live on Sound Opinions)," B'lieve I'm Goin Down..., Matador, 2015John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme - Main Title," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Cari Cari, "Last Days On Earth," Welcome To Kookoo Island, perla nera, 2022Say She She, "Pink Roses," Prism, Karma Chief, 2022Ibibio Sound Machine, "Protection From Evil," Electricity, Merge, 2022Timothy Bailey & the Humans, "Great Man Singing," Timothy Bailey & the Humans, N/A, 2022Off Peak Arson, "Vivid," Vivid (Single), 3131749 Records DK, 2022Lev UFO, "Again!," Again! (Single), LevUFOrever Galactic, 2022Brittany Davis, "I Choose to Live," I Choose to Live (EP), Loosegroove, 2022Shannon & The Clams, "Year Of The Spider," Year Of The Spider, Easy Eye, 2021Lifeguard, "I know I know," I know I know (Single), Born Yesterday, 2022Polyphia, "Playing God," Playing God (Single), Rise, 2022CMAT, "I Wanna Be a Cowboy, Baby!," If My Wife New I'd Be Dead, AWAL, 2022Jake Blount, "Didn't It Rain," The New Faith, Smithsonian Folkways, 2022Korean Boyfriend, "Millions of Reasons," Yellow, Flowers, 2022Big Joanie, "In My Arms," Back Home, Kill Rock Stars, 2022Oneida, "Beat Me to the Punch," Success, Joyful Noise, 2022Pale Blue Eyes, "Star Vehicle," Souvenirs, Full Time Hobby, 2022Idles, "Danny Nedelko," Joy as an Act of Resistance, Partisan, 2018Jimmie Anderson, "Hero," Hero (Single), Jimmie Anderson, 2018MUNA, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Muna, Saddest Factory and Dead Oceans, 2022Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022Kurt Vile, "Like Exploding Stones," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Kacey Musgraves, "Merry Go 'Round," Same Trailer Different Park, Mercury Nashville, 2013Santigold, "High Priestess," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022Santigold, "Fall First," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022Santigold, "No Paradise," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022Santigold, "Shake," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022Sudan Archives, "Selfish Soul," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022Sudan Archives, "Ciara," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022Sudan Archives, "OMG Britt," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022Sudan Archives, "ChevyS10," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022Sudan Archives, "NBPQ (Topless)," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022Mickey Guyton, "Black Like Me," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021Maren Morris, "My Church," HERO, Columbia Nashville, 2016The Highwomen, "Loose Change," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019Mickey Guyton, "What Are You Gonna Tell Her?," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021Kacey Musgraves, "Good Ol' Boys Club," Pageant Material , Mercury Nashville, 2015Boogie Down Productions, "Jack of Spades," Ghetto Music: The Blueprint of Hip Hop, Jive/RCA, 1989Sinéad Lohan, "Diving to be Deeper," No Mermaid, Interscope, 1998Off Peak Arson, "Vivid," Vivid (Single), 3131749 Records DK, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a song from a forgotten Canadian act that he recently heard in the German TV show, Kleo.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Common, "The Light," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Common, "Time Travelin' (A Tribute to Fela)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Common, "Take It EZ," Can I Borrow a Dollar?, Relativity, 1992Common, "I Used to Love H.E.R.," Resurrection, Relativity, 1994D'Angelo, "Brown Sugar," Brown Sugar, Virgin, 1995Common, "Funky for You," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Common, "A Song for Assata," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Common, "Payback Is a Grandmother," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Common, "The 6th Sense," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Common, "Thelonius," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Common, "Geto Heaven, Pt. 2 (Remix T.S.O.I.) [feat. Macy Gray]," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Common, "A Film Called (Pimp)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Kanye West, "We Don't Care," The College Dropout, Roc-A-Fella, 2004Kendrick Lamar, "Institutionalized (feat. Bilal, Anna Wise & Snoop Dogg)," To Pimp a Butterfly, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2015Kacey Musgraves, "justified," Star-Crossed, MCA Nashville, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to the jazz organist Joey DeFrancesco, who died on August 25, 2022.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022Horsegirl, "Billy," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022Horsegirl, "Live and Ski," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022Horsegirl, "Anti-glory," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022Horsegirl, "Homage to Birdnoculars," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022Julia Jacklin, "Ignore Tenderness," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022Julia Jacklin, "I Was Neon," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022Julia Jacklin, "Too In Love To Die," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022Julia Jacklin, "End of Friendship," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022Julia Jacklin, "Be Careful With Yourself," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022Pedro the Lion, "Foregone Conclusions," Achilles Heel, Jade Tree, 2004Pedro the Lion, "Don't Wanna Move (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022Pedro the Lion, "Magazine," Control, Jade Tree, 2002Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022Pedro the Lion, "Teenage Sequencer," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022Pedro the Lion, "Making the Most of It (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022Common, "Time Travelin' (A Tribute to Fela)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he learned about from this article in Bust magazine. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Neil Young, "I'm the Ocean," Mirror Ball, Reprise, 1995Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Enya, "Orinoco Flow," Watermark, Warner Music, 1988Led Zeppelin, "The Ocean," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973Frank Ocean, "Moon River," Moon River (Single), Boys Don't Cry, 2018Nova Mob, "Admiral of the Sea," The Last Days of Pompeii, Rough Trade, 1991The Beach Boys, "Sail On, Sailor," Holland, Reprise, 1973The Velvet Underground, "Ocean," VU, Verve, 1985Procol Harum, "A Salty Dog," A Salty Dog, Regal Zonophone, A&M, 1969Otis Redding, "(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay," The Dock of the Bay, Volt, 1968PJ Harvey, "Down By The Water," To Bring You My Love, Direct Brands, 1995Talking Heads, "Take Me to the River," More Songs About Buildings and Food, Sire, 1978Phoebe Bridgers, "Motion Sickness," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Phoebe Bridgers, "Scott Street (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Phoebe Bridgers, "Funeral," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Phoebe Bridgers, "Chelsea," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Phoebe Bridgers, "Steamroller," Killer, Pax Am, 2015Phoebe Bridgers, "Demi Moore," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Phoebe Bridgers, "Killer," Killer, Pax Am, 2015Phoebe Bridgers, "You Missed My Heart," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Lamont Dozier, who co-wrote many of Motown's biggest hits. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Talking Heads, "Once In a Lifetime," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980Talking Heads, "New Feeling," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977Talking Heads, "Pyscho Killer," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977Talking Heads, "Pulled Up," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977James Brown, "I'll Go Crazy," Live at the Apollo, King, 1963Talking Heads, "Don't Worry About the Government," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977Tom Tom Club, "Genius of Love," Tom Tom Club, Sire, 1981Talking Heads, "And She Was," Little Creatures, Sire, 1985Talking Heads, "Take Me to the River," More Songs About Buildings and Food, Sire, 1978Al Green, "Take Me to the River," Al Green Explores Your Mind, Hi, 1974Talking Heads, "Born Under Punches (The Heat Goes On)," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980Talking Heads, "The Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)," Speaking in Tongues, Sire, 1983Talking Heads, "I Zimbra," Fear of Music, Sire, 1979Tom Tom Club, "You Sexy Thing," Dark Sneak Love Action, Sire, 1991Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense , Sire, 1984Talking Heads, "The Lady Don't Mind," Little Creatures, Sire, 1985Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Bonnie Tyler, "Holding Out for a Hero," Footloose: Original Soundtrack of the Paramount Motion Picture, Columbia, 1984Beyoncé, "BREAK MY SOUL," Renaissance, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022Beyoncé, "COZY," Renaissance, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022Beyoncé, "ALIEN SUPERSTAR," Renaissance, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022Beyoncé, "THIQUE," Renaissance, Parkwood and Columbia, 2022Drive-By Truckers, "The Driver," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO, 2022Drive-By Truckers, "Welcome 2 Club XIII," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO, 2022Drive-By Truckers, "Every Single Storied Flameout," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO, 2022Drive-By Truckers, "Wilder Days," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO, 2022Aimee Mann, "Save Me," Magnolia: Music from the Motion Picture, Reprise, 1999John Lennon, "Working Class Hero," John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, Apple, 1970The Impressions, "We're a Winner," We're a Winner, ABC, 1968The Kinks, "Celluloid Heroes," Everybody's in Show-Biz, RCA Victor, 1972The Flaming Lips, "Waitin' for a Superman," The Soft Bulletin, Warner Bros., 1999The Stranglers, "No More Heroes," No More Heroes, United Artists, 1977ONE OK ROCK, "Save Yourself," Save Yourself (Single), Fueled By Ramen, 2022Family of the Year, "Hero," Loma Vista, Nettwerk, 2012Elton John, "I'm Still Standing," Too Low For Zero, Geffen, 1983Billy Bragg, "There Is Power in a Union," Talking With The Taxman About Poetry, Elektra, 1986Rhianna, "Umbrella (feat. Jay-Z)," Good Girl Gone Bad, Def Jam, 2007Natalie Merchant, "Ophelia," Ophelia, Elektra, 1998David Bowie, ""Heroes"," "Heroes", RCA, 1977Nas, "Hero (feat. Keri Hilson)," Untitled, Def Jam, 2008Talking Heads, "Once In A Lifetime," Remain In Light, Sire, 1980Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:The Stooges, "T.V. Eye," Fun House, Elektra, 1970The Stooges, "Down On The Street," Fun House, Elektra, 1970The Stooges, "Loose," Fun House, Elektra, 1970The Stooges, "Dirt," Fun House, Elektra, 1970The Stooges, "1970," Fun House, Elektra, 1970The Stooges, "Fun House," Fun House, Elektra, 1970The Stooges, "L.A. Blues," Fun House, Elektra, 1970Iggy Pop, "Dum Dum Boys," The Idiot, RCA, 1977The Stooges, "I Wanna Be Your Dog," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969The Stooges, "Not Right," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969MC5, "Rocket Reducer N.62 (Rama Lama Fa Fa Fa)," Kick Out The James, Elektra, 1969The Stooges, "No Fun," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969The Stooges, "Loose (Demo Version)," Fun House (2005 Deluxe Edition), Elektra, 2005The Stooges, "Slide (Slidin' The Blues)," Fun House (2005 Deluxe Edition), Elektra, 2005Bread, "It Don't Matter to Me," Bread, Elektra, 1969The Kingsmen, "Louie Louie," The Kingsmen In Person, Wand, 1963The Stooges, "T.V. Eye (Takes 7 & 8)," Fun House (2005 Deluxe Edition), Elektra, 2005The Stooges, "1970 (Take 3)," Fun House (2005 Deluxe Edition), Elektra, 2005Iggy and The Stooges, "Louie Louie (Live)," Metallic K.O., Jungle, 1976James Brown & The Famous Flames, "I Feel All Right (Live 1967)," Live at the Apollo, Vol. II, Polydor, 1968John Coltrane, "A Love Supreme Pt 2 Resolution," A Love Supreme, Impulse!, 1965The Doors, "Touch Me," The Soft Parade, Elektra, 1969The Stooges, "1969," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969Sonic Youth, "Kool Thing," Goo, DGC, 1990Minutemen, "Maybe Partying Will Help," Double Nickels On The Dime, SST, 1984Mission of Burma, "The Ballad of Johnny Burma," Vs., Ace of Hearts, 1982Depeche Mode, "Dirt," Exciter, Mute, 2001The Damned, "I Feel Alright," Damned Damned Damned, Stiff, 1977Radio Birdman, "T.V. Eye," Radios Appear, Trafalgar, 1977Nirvana, "Scentless Apprentice," In Utero, DGC, 1993Mudhoney, "Touch Me I'm Sick," Touch Me I'm Sick (Single), Sub Pop, 1988The Stooges, "Down On The Street (Single Mix)," Down On The Street (Single), Elektra, 1970Gene Clark, "Some Misunderstanding," No Other, Asylum, 1974David Bowie, "Heroes," "Heroes", RCA, 1977Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Lizzo, "Special," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022Lizzo, "Grrrls," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022Lizzo, "Naked," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022Lizzo, "Everybody's Gay," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022Perfume Genius, "Pop Song," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022Perfume Genius, "Hellbent," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022Perfume Genius, "Eye in the Wall," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022Lizzo, "About Damn Time," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022Muna, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022Muna, "What I Want," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022Muna, "Kind of Girl," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022The Beatles, "A Hard Day's Night," A Hard Day's Night, United Artists, 1964Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous (Music From the Motion Picture), DreamWorks, 2000Richard O'Brien, Patricia Quinn, Little Nell, "Time Warp," The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ode, 1975Lhasa de Sela, "Love Came Here," Lhasa, Audiogram, 2009The Stooges, "Down On the Street," Fun House, Elektra, 1970Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox from a Netflix series about the Swedish criminal Clark Olofsson. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Dehd, "Bad Love," Blue Skies, Fat Possum, 2022Oliana, "Jupiter," Jupiter (Single), Oli x Tooti, 2022Body Type, "Buoyancy," Everything Is Dangerous But Nothing's Surprising, Poison City, 2022Taqbir, "Aisha Qandisha," Taqbir EP, self-released, 2021Momma, "Medicine," Household Name, Polyvinyl, 2022Mayyadda, "BlackGirlMagic (Acoustic Remix)," BlackGirlMagic (Acoustic Remix) (Single), Mayyadda, 2022O.N.E. The Duo, "Stuck In The Middle," Stuck In The Middle (Single), Visionary, 2022Say Sue Me, "To Dream," The Last Thing Left, Damnably, 2022Hater, "Renew, Reject," Sincere, Fire, 2022Ethel Cain, "Crush," Inbred, Daughters of Cain, 2021Holland Patent Public Library, "Joe Pera Sits With You," Joe Pera Talks With You: Season 3 (Original Soundtrack), Adult Swim, 2022The Who, "Baba O'Riley," Who's Next, Polydor, 1971The Venomous Pinks, "No Rules," Vita Mors, SBÄM, 2022Dummy, "Mono Retriever," Mono Retriever (Single), Sub Pop, 2022Crumb, "Balloon," Ice Melt, Crumb, 2021Chime School, "It's True," Chime School, Slumberland, 2021Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings, "What If We All Stopped Paying Taxes," Soul Time!, Daptone, 2011Trombone Shorty, "I'm Standing Here (feat. Gary Clark Jr.)," Lifted, Blue Note, 2022Tummyache, "Alive Again," Teeth - Single, Tone Tree Music / You + Me, 2022The Beatles, "A Hard Day's Night," A Hard Day's Night, Parlophone, 1964Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a Hill Country Blues song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was in a recent movie.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Bartees Strange, "Mulholland Dr.," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022Bartees Strange, "Heavy Heart," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022Bartees Strange, "Tours," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022Bartees Strange, "Hennessy," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022Bartees Strange, "Escape This Circus," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022Bartees Strange, "Hold the Line," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022Yaya Bey, "keisha," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022Yaya Bey, "pour up (feat. DJ Nativesun)," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022Yaya Bey, "alright," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022Yaya Bey, "i'm certain she's there," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022Wayne and Garth, "Wayne's World Theme," Wayne's World (Music from the Motion Picture), Reprise, 1992Red Hot Chili Peppers, "Sikamikanico," Wayne's World (Music from the Motion Picture), Reprise, 1992Fear, "I Love Livin' in the City," The Record, Slash, 1981Circle Jerks, "Red Tape (Live)," Group Sex, Frontier, 1980Motörhead, "Ace of Spades," Ace of Spades, Sanctuary, 1980The Germs, "Manimal," Gi, Slash, 1979Black Flag, "Depression," Damaged, SST, 1981Meat Loaf, "Bat Out of Hell," Bat Out of Hell, Epic, 1977Megadeth, "In My Darkest Hour," So Far, So Good... So What!, Capitol, 1988Special Interest, "(Herman's) House," (Herman's) House (Single), Rough Trade, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Joe Tex, "A Woman's Hands," A Woman's Hands (Single), Dial, 1967Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Sex Pistols, "God Save the Queen," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Sex Pistols, "Pretty Vacant," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Bow Wow Wow, "I Want Candy," The Last of the Mohicans, RCA, 1982Malcolm McLaren, "Buffalo Gals," Duck Rock, Virgin, 1983Bill Lee, "Nola-Vocals," She's Gotta Have It - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, Antilles, 1991Public Image Ltd, "Public Image," Public Image: First Issue, Virgin, 1978Marvin Hamlisch, "Theme From The Swimmer (Send for Me in Summer) / Big Splash," The Swimmer, CBS, 1968Leon Bridges, "River," Coming Home, Columbia, 2015Led Zeppelin, "Whole Lotta Love," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969Led Zeppelin, "What Is and What Should Never Be," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969Led Zeppelin, "Thank You," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969Charles Bradley, "Victim of Love (feat. Menahan Street Band)," Victim of Love, Daptone, 2013Michael Kiwanuka, "Cold Little Heart," Love & Hate, Interscope, 2016Sylvan Esso, "Come Down," Sylvan Esso, Partisan, 2014Chicago, "25 or 6 to 4," Chicago, Columbia, 1970Norman Greenbaum, "Spirit in the Sky," Spirit in the Sky, Reprise, 1969Dire Straits, "Romeo and Juliet," Making Movies, Warner Bros., 1980Electric Light Orchestra, "10538 Overture," The Electric Light Orchestra, United Artists, 1971Simon & Garfunkel, "Mrs. Robinson," The Graduate, Columbia Masterworks, 1968Harry Nilsson, "Everybody's Talkin'," Aerial Ballet, RCA Victor, 1968The Acid, "Tumbling Lights," Liminal, Infectious Music, 2014Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Sharon Van Etten, "Darkness Fades," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022The Smile, "The Opposite," A Light for Attracting Attention, XL, 2022The Smile, "You Will Never Work In Television Again," A Light for Attracting Attention, XL, 2022Pedro The Lion, "First Drumset," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022Saba, "Few Good Things (feat. Black Thought & Erin Allen Kane)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022Spiritualized, "Always Together With You," Everything Was Beautiful, Fat Possum, 2022K.O.G., "Immigration," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022K.O.G., "Hewale (Interlude)," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022K.O.G., "Ebenezer," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022Jack White, "Eosophobia," Fear of the Dawn, Third Man, 2022Jack White, "Hi-De-Ho (feat. Q-Tip)," Fear of the Dawn, Third Man, 2022Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul, "Thank You," Topical Dancer, Deewee, 2022Mitski, "That's Your Lamp," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022Mitski, "Love Me More," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022SASAMI, "Say It," Squeeze, Domino, 2022The Linda Lindas, "Nino," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022Sharon Van Etten, "Come Back," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022Wet Leg, "I Don't Wanna Go Out," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022The Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Angel Olsen, "Big Time," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022Angel Olsen, "All The Good Times," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022Angel Olsen, "Right Now," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022Sharon Van Etten and Angel Olsen, "Like I Used To," Like I Used To (Single), Jagjaguwar, 2021Angel Olsen, "Dream Thing," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022Angel Olsen, "Go Home," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022Angel Olsen, "Through The Fires," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022Yola, "Starlight," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021The Highwomen, "Highwomen," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019The Staple Singers, "Hear My Call, Here," Hammer And Nails, Riverside, 1962Massive Attack, "Harpsicord (Live in Copenhagen)," Unreleased, NA, 2008Phantom Limb, "Draw the Line," Phantom Limb, Naim Edge, 2009Yola, "Break The Bough," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Yola , "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Yola, "Diamond Studded Shoes," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Miranda Lambert, "Gunpowder & Lead," Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Columbia Nashville, 2007Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:X, "The Have Nots," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982X, "The Hungry Wolf," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982Bob Dylan, "As I Went Out One Morning," John Wesley Harding, Columbia, 1967John Doe, "Never Coming Back," Fables in a Foreign Land, Fat Possum, 2022X, "Riding with Mary," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982X, "Motel Room in My Bed," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982Germs, "Lexicon Devil," (GI), Slash, 1979The Screamers, "122 Hours Of Fear (Live at the Target)," Live in San Francisco: Sept 2nd 1978, Target Video, 2004The Dils, "I Hate the Rich," I Hate the Rich (Single), What?, 1977Circle Jerks, "Stars and Stripes," Wild in the Streets, Step-Forward, 1982X, "Los Angeles," Los Angeles, Slash, 1980X, "We're Desperate," Wild Gift, Slash, 1981X, "Under the Big Black Sun," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982X, "Adult Books," Wild Gift, Slash, 1981X, "Dancing with Tears in My Eyes," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982X, "Because I Do," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982X, "Blue Spark," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982X, "Come Back to Me," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982X, "Real Child of Hell," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982The Gun Club, "She's Like Heroin to Me," Fire of Love, Ruby, 1981Los Lobos, "Will the Wolf Survive?," How Will the Wolf Survive?, Slash/Warner Bros., 1984The Del Fuegos, "Don't Run Wild," Boston, Mass., Slash, 1985Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Henry Lee (feat. PJ Harvey) ," Murder Ballads, Mute, 1996Isobel Campbell & Mark Lanegan, "Revolver," Ballad of the Broken Seas, Cooking Vinyl Limited, 2006Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye and Concord, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds an incredible song to the Desert Island Jukebox that has surfaced on a few soundtracks in recent years. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Galaxie 500, "Tugboat," Today, Aurora, 1988Dean Wareham, "Cashing In," I Have Nothing To Say To The Mayor Of L.A., Double Feature, 2021Velvet Underground, "Waiting For My Man (Live)," 1969 Velvet Underground Live With Lou Reed, Mercury, 1974Velvet Underground, "What Goes On (Live)," 1969 Velvet Underground Live With Lou Reed, Mercury, 1974Velvet Underground, "Friends," Squeeze, Polydor, 1972Velvet Underground, "Over You (Live)," 1969 Velvet Underground Live With Lou Reed, Mercury, 1974Lene Lovich, "Bird Song," Flex, Stiff, 1979The Feelies, "The Boy With the Perpetual Nervousness," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980The Feelies, "Crazy Rhythms (Live)," Unreleased, NA, 1986The Feelies, "Loveless Love," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980The Clash, "The Magnificent Seven," Sandinista!, CBS, 1980The Clash, "Lose This Skin," Sandinista!, CBS, 1980The Clash, "Career Opportunities," Sandinista!, CBS, 1980The Clash, "Garageland," The Clash, Epic, 1979Galaxie 500, "Don't Let Our Youth Go To Waste," Today, Aurora, 1988Modern Lovers, "Don't Let Our Youth Go To Waste," The Original Modern Lovers, BOMP, 1981Dean Wareham, "The Past Is Our Plaything," I Have Nothing To Say To The Mayor Of L.A., Double Feature, 2021Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers, "Chewing Gum Wrapper," Rockin' And Romance, Twin/Tone, 1985Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers, "The Baltimores," Rockin' And Romance, Twin/Tone, 1985Luna, "Moon Palace," Penthouse, Elektra, 1995Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers, "Down In Bermuda," Rockin' And Romance, Twin/Tone, 1985Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers, "I Must Be King," Rockin' And Romance, Twin/Tone, 1985New Order, "Dreams Never End," Movement, Factory, 1981New Order, "Dreams Never End (Live)," Unreleased, NA, 1981New Order, "Temptation 12"," (Single), Factory, 1982Howard, "Falling," Religion, Fashion People, 2015Andy White, "Religious Persuasion," Rave On Andy White, Stiff, 1986Men At Work, "Who Can It Be Now?," Business As Usual, Columbia, 1981Velvet Underground, "Who Loves The Sun," Loaded, Cotillion, 1970Old 97's, "Barrier Reef," Too Far To Care, Elektra, 1997X, "The Hungry Wolf," Under The Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 classHallie Newnam, for a music review in Jim's Reviewing the Arts Honors classNick Vazquez, for a music review in Jim's Reviewing the Arts Honors classFor 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.Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Aimee Mann, "Save Me," Magnolia (Music From the Motion Picture), Warner Music, 1999Neil Young, "Heart of Gold," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Neil Young, "A Man Needs A Maid," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Neil Young, "Are You Ready For The Country," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Neil Young, "The Needle and the Damage Done," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Aimee Mann, "Burn It Out," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021Neil Young, "Old Man," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Neil Young, "Alabama," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Steely Dan, "Do It Again," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972Steely Dan, "Only a Fool Would Say That," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972Steely Dan, "Reelin' In the Years," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972Steely Dan, "Dirty Work," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972Steely Dan, "The Boston Rag," Countdown to Ecstasy, ABC, 1973Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "Beyond Belief," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "Almost Blue," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "...And In Every Home," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982Elvis Costello And The Brodsky Quartet, "I Thought I'd Write to Juliet," The Juliet Letters, Warner Bros, 1993The Young Snakes, "Not Enough," Bark Along With The Young Snakes, Ambiguous, 1982Aimee Mann, "At The Frick Museum," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021The Loud Family, "Sword Swallower," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993The Loud Family, "Inverness," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993Aimee Mann, "Fifty Years After the Fair," Whatever, Imago, 1993Game Theory, "Regenisraen," The Big Shot Chronicles, Enigma, 1986The Loud Family, "Slit My Wrists," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993The Loud Family, "Jimmy Still Comes Around," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993Elliott Smith, "Waltz, No. 2 (XO)," XO, Dreamworks, 1998Elliott Smith, "Sweet Adeline," XO, Dreamworks, 1998Aimee Mann, "Suicide Is Murder," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021Devo, "Whip It," Freedom of Choice, Warner, 1980Devo, "Uncontrollable Urge," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner, 1978Wilco, "Ashes of American Flags," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2001Motorcade, "Static," See You In the Nothing, IDOL, 2022Galaxie 500, "Tugboat," Today, Aurora, 1988Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from the New Zealand band Tall Dwarfs. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Kendrick Lamar, "United in Grief," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022Kendrick Lamar, "Mirror," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022Kendrick Lamar, "Auntie Diaries," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022Kendrick Lamar, "Mother I Sober (feat. Beth Gibbons)," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022Kendrick Lamar, "We Cry Together," Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2022Florence + The Machine, "King," Dance Fever, Polydor, 2022Florence + The Machine, "Free," Dance Fever, Polydor, 2022Florence + The Machine, "Girls Against God," Dance Fever, Polydor, 2022The Shirelles, "Will You (Still) Love Me Tomorrow," Tonight's the Night, Scepter, 1960Barry Mann, "Who Put the Bomp," Who Put The Bomp, ABC, 1961Tubeway Army, "Are 'Friends' Electric?," Replicas Redux, Atco, 1979Baha Men, "Who Let the Dogs Out," Who Let the Dogs Out, S-Curve, 2000Pixies, "Where is My Mind?," Surfer Rosa, 4AD, 1988The Clash, "Should I Stay or Should I Go," Combat Rock, Epic, 1982Rina Sawayama, "Who's Gonna Save U Now," SAWAYAMA, Dirty Hit, 2020Elvis Costello and the Attractions, "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding," Armed Forces, Radar, 1979Dolly Parton, "Why'd You Come In Here Lookin' Like That," White Limozeen, Columbia, 1989The Chi-Lites, "Have You Seen Her," (For God's Sake) Give More Power to the People, Brunswick, 1971A Tribe Called Quest, "Can I Kick It?," People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm, Jive, 1990Tupac Shakur, Mos Def, "Can U C the Pride In the Panther," The Rose That Grew From Concrete Volume 1, Interscope, 2000Pulp, "Do You Remember the First Time?," His 'n' Hers, Island, 1994R.E.M., "What's the Frequency, Kenneth?," Monster, Warner, 1994Aimee Mann, "Red Vines," Bachelor No. 2 (Or, the Last Remains of the Dodo), Superego, 1999Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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."Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:The Rolling Stones, "Soul Survivor," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "All Down the Line," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Wild Horses," Sticky Fingers, Rolling Stones, 1971The Rolling Stones, "Ventilator Blues," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Rocks Off," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Rip This Joint," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Tumbling Dice," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Flying Burrito Brothers, "Sin City," The Gilded Palace of Sin, A&M, 1969The Byrds, "You Ain't Goin Nowhere," Sweetheart of the Rodeo, Columbia, 1968The Everly Brothers, "All I Have to Do is Dream," All I Have to Do is Dream (Single), Cadence, 1958The Rolling Stones, "Torn and Frayed," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Happy," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Title 5," Exile on Main St. (Deluxe Edition), Universal, 2010The Rolling Stones, "Sympathy For The Devil (Live)," Beggars Banquet, Rolling Stones, 1968The Rolling Stones, "I Just Want To See His Face," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972James Cleveland & the Angelic Choir, "Peace Be Still," Peace Be Still , Savoy, 1963The Rolling Stones, "Let It Loose," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Sweet Black Angel," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Shine A Light," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Rolling Stones, "Loving Cup," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Band, "In a Station," Music From Big Pink, Capitol, 1968The Rolling Stones, "Stop Breaking Down," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972Pussy Galore, "Loving Cup," Exile on Main St., Shove, 1986White Stripes, "Rag & Bone," Icky Thump, Warner Bros., 2007Liz Phair, "Johnny Sunshine," Exile in Guyville, Matador, 1993Red Red Meat, "Rusted Water," Jimmywine Majestic, Sub Pop, 1993New York Dolls, "Trash," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973The Clash, "Death or Glory," London Calling, CBS, 1979Wilco, "Monday," Being There, Reprise, 1996Kings of Leon, "Taper Jean Girl," Aha Shake Heartbreak, Columbia, 2004The Black Keys, "Do the Rump," The Big Come Up, Alive , 2002The Rolling Stones, "Shake Your Hips," Exile on Main St., Rolling Stones, 1972The Lovin' Spoonful, "Do You Believe in Magic," Do You Believe in Magic, Kama Sutra, 1965Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Patti Smith Group, "Dancing Barefoot," Wave, Arista, 1979Lucius, "Next to Normal," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022Lucius, "Promises," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022Lucius, "Dance Around It (feat. Brandi Carlile & Sheryl Crow)," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022Lucius, "LSD," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022Lucius, "24," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022Warpaint, "Champion," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022Warpaint, "Hips," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022Warpaint, "Send Nudes," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022Warpaint, "Stevie," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022Patti Smith Group, "Gloria (Live at CBGB)," unreleased, NA, 1975Mayhem, "Freezing Moon," De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas, Deathlike Silence, 1994Dodo Marmarosa, "You Call It Madness," Dodo's Back!, Argo, 1961BabyMetal, "Gimme Chocolate," Babymetal, BMD Fox, 2014The Standells, "Dirty Water," Dirty Water, Geffen, 1966Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to an electronic music pioneer who died in April. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Neutrals, "Gary Borthwick Says," Bus Stop Nights EP, Static Shock, 2022Slothrust, "Cranium," Parallel Timeline, Dangerbird, 2021Sofia Mills, "Life of the Party," Baby Magic, Rough Trade, 2022Tierra Whack, "Body Of Water," Pop?, Interscope, 2021Kate Bollinger, "Yards/Gardens," Look at it in the Light, Ghostly International, 2022Kevin Morby, "This Is A Photograph," This Is A Photograph, Dead Oceans, 2022Lala Lala, "Memory," Memory (Single), Hardly Art, 2022RLYR, "Real Air," RLYR, Gilead Media, 2022Purple Witch of Culver, "Themes from the Servants' Hall," Themes from the Servants' Hall (Single), Loantaka, 2022Sun's Signature, "Golden Air (Edit)," Golden Air (Edit) (Single), Partisan, 2022Heart Attack Man, "Old Enough 2 Die," Old Enough 2 Die (Single), You Did This/Triple Crown, 2021Stray Kids, "VENOM," ODDINARY, JYP Entertainment, 2022Lime Garden, "Pulp," Pulp (Single), So Young, 2021April Clocks, "Sleepstream," It Takes Time, April Clocks, 2022Motorcade, "Static," See You In the Nothing, Idol, 2022Elizabeth Moen, "Excuse-moi de t'aimer (feat. Sima Cunningham)," Excuse-moi de t'aimer (feat. Sima Cunningham) (Single), Elizabeth Moen, 2022The Aluminum Group, "Drag Yourself," The Aluminum Group, The Aluminum Group, 2022James Brown, "King Heroin," There It Is, Polydor, 1972Elizabeth Bonker, The Bleeding Hearts, "I Am in Here," I Am in Here (Single), Virginia G. Breen, 2022Luciano Berio, "Sinfonia Third Movement," Sinfonia Third Movement, N/A, 1981The Misfits, "Vampira," Walk Among Us, Ruby, 1979Patti Smith Group, "Dancing Barefoot," Wave, Arista, 1979Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from the early-aughts "Meet Me In The Bathroom" NYC scene. He says this band had the roughest start to their career, but wound up with the most lasting body of work. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:The Apples in Stereo, "Seems So ," Tone Soul Evolution, spinART, 1997Jack White, "Taking Me Back," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022Jack White, "What's The Trick?," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022Jack White, "Hi-De-Ho (feat. Q-Tip)," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022Jack White, "Shedding My Velvet," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022Sharon Van Etten, "I'll Try," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022Sharon Van Etten, "Anything," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022Sharon Van Etten, "Darkness Fades," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022Sharon Van Etten, "Far Away," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022Sharon Van Etten, "Headspace," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022Sharon Van Etten, "Come Back," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022Neutral Milk Hotel, "Two Headed Boy," In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, Merge, 1998Olivia Tremor Control, "Define A Transparent Dream," Music from the Unrealized Film Script: Dusk at Cubist Castle, Elephant 6, 1996Neutral Milk Hotel, "Holland, 1945," In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, Merge, 1998The Music Tapes, "Saw Pingpong and Orchestra," Music Tapes for Clouds and Tornadoes, Merge, 2008Neutral Milk Hotel, "Engine (Live)," Engine (Live), N/A, N/ACirculatory System, "Yesterday's World," Circulatory System, Cloud, 2001Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode news contributor Althea Legaspi pays tribute to the artist Cynthia Plaster Caster, who died April 21 at age 74. She also tells Jim and Greg the details of Chicago-based independent concert promoter Jam Productions selling an equity stake to SaveLive and what implications it could have for the concert industry. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Trupa Trupa, "Twitch," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022Trupa Trupa, "Snow," Headache, Ici, d'ailleurs..., 2015 Krzysztof Penderecki, "Polymorphia," Dies Irae (Auschwitz Oratorium) / Polymorphia / De Natura Sonoris, Polskie Nagrania Muza, 1968Trupa Trupa, "Uniforms," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022Trupa Trupa, "Moving," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Drive," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Nothing Can Surprise Me," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Crossbow," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Beautiful Confusion," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Monotonix, "Body Language," Body Language, Drag City, 2008Tamar Aphek, "All I Know," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "As Time Goes By," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Neutral Milk Hotel, "The King of Carrot Flowers," In The Aeroplane Over the Sea, Merge, 1998Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a shoegaze song named after a woman to the Desert Island Jukebox.Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Devo, "Girl U Want," Freedom of Choice, Warner Bros., 1980The Linda Lindas, "Racist, Sexist Boy," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022The Linda Lindas, "Growing Up," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022The Linda Lindas, "Talking to Myself," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022The Linda Lindas, "Nino," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022The Regrettes, "Anxieties (Out of Time)," Further Joy, Warner, 2022The Regrettes, "Monday," Further Joy, Warner, 2022The Regrettes, "That's What Makes Me Love You," Further Joy, Warner, 2022The Regrettes, "You're So F*cking Pretty," Further Joy, Warner, 2022Devo, "Working In a Coalmine," New Traditionalists, Warner Bros., 1981Devo, "Jocko Homo," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978Devo, "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978Devo, "Smart Patrol/Mr. DNA," Duty Now For the Future, Warner Bros., 1979Neil Young and Devo, "Hey, Hey, My, My (Into the Black)," Hey, Hey, My, My (Into the Black), unreleased, 1980Devo, "Uncontrollable Urge," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978Devo, "Too Much Paranoias," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978Devo, "Whip It," Freedom of Choice, Warner Bros., 1980Devo, "Gut Feeling / (Slap Your Mammy)," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978The Saints, "(I'm) Stranded," (I'm) Stranded, EMI, 1977The Saints, "Know Your Product," Know Your Product (Single), Harvest, 1978Trupa Trupa, "Far Away," B FLAT A, Glitterbeat, 2022Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from "one of the best albums of the '90s" that doesn't get the attention it deserves. He says it would work on the show Peaky Blinders, too.Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah  Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundopsJoin our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Led Zeppelin, "Immigrant Song," Led Zeppelin III, Atlantic, 1970Wet Leg, "Ur Mum," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022Wet Leg, "Wet Dream," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022Wet Leg, "I Don't Wanna Go Out," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022Rosalía, "CHICKEN TERIYAKI," Motomami, Columbia, 2022Rosalía, "DIABLO," Motomami, Columbia, 2022Rosalía, "LA FAMA (feat. The Weeknd)," Motomami, Columbia, 2022Rosalía, "MOTOMAMI," Motomami, Columbia, 2022Rosalía, "LA COMBI VERSACE (feat. Tokischa)," Motomami, Columbia, 2022Led Zeppelin, "Thank You," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969Led Zeppelin, "Whole Lotta Love," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969Led Zeppelin, "When the Levee Breaks," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971Led Zeppelin, "Black Dog," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969Led Zeppelin, "D'yer Mak'er," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971Led Zeppelin, "Stairway to Heaven," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971Led Zeppelin, "The Ocean," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973Led Zeppelin, "Kashmir," Physical Graffiti, Atlantic, 1975Devo, "Jocko Homo," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner, 1978Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an Australian singer who died last year singing an Italian song of resistance.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Wilco, "I'm The Man Who Loves You (Live on Sound Opinions)," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002Wilco, "War On War," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002Wilco, "Should've Been In Love," A.M., Reprise, 1995Wilco, "She's A Jar," Summerteeth, Reprise, 1999Wilco, "Ashes of American Flags," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to a drummer who died recently. Greg and many musicians he played with say he had an understated, but unforgettable feel.  Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Patti Smith, "Gloria," Horses, Arista, 1975Shocking Blue, "Venus," At Home, Pink Elephant, 1969Laura Branigan, "Gloria," Branigan, Atlantic, 1982Seeing Double, "Leah," Leah//Don't Wait (Single), Cesar Dawg, 2022First Aid Kit, "Emmylou," The Lion's Roar, Redeye, 2012Roxanne Shanté, "Roxanne's Revenge," Roxanne's Revenge (Single), Warner Bros., 1984Dolly Parton, "Jolene," Jolene, RCA Victor, 1974Lyres, "Help You Anne," On Fyre, Ace of Hearts, 1984De La Soul, "Millie Pulled a Pistol on Santa," De La Soul Is Dead, Tommy Boy, 1991The Rolling Stones, "Angie," Goats Head Soup, Rolling Stones, 1973Brittany Howard, "Georgia," Jaime, ATO, 2019Unrest, "Cath Carroll," Perfect Teeth, 4AD, 1993The Magnetic Fields, "Josephine," Distant Plastic Trees, PoPuP, 1991Material Issue, "Valerie Loves Me," International Pop Overthrow, Mercury, 1991The Velvet Underground, "Candy Says," The Velvet Underground, Verve, 1969Outkast, "Rosa Parks (Radio Version)," Aquemini, LaFace, 1998Timmy Thomas, "Why Can't We Live Together," Why Can't We Live Together, Glades, 1972Wilco, "Jesus, Etc.," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2001Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode we talk in depth with Ukrainian musician Serge Tiagnyriadno about his life making music in Kyiv amidst the Russian war in Ukraine. You can find Serge on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SergeTiagnyriadno/If you want to support Ukrainian army:https://bank.gov.ua/.../natsionalniy-bank-vidkriv...If you want to find Serge's music:https://www.hacking-music.com/RETURNTHELOVEIf you want to know more about the war:https://war.ukraine.ua/Become a Sound Opinions member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.)" Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Maren Morris, "Circles Around This Town," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022Curtis Harding, "Hopeful," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021Curtis Harding, "Can't Hide It," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021Curtis Harding, "Where's the Love," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021Superchunk, "City of the Dead," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Superchunk, "If You're Not Dark," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Superchunk, "This Night," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022Maren Morris, "Nervous," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022Maren Morris, "I Can't Love You Anymore," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022Maren Morris, "Humble Quest," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969Kiss, "Rock and Roll All Nite," Dressed to Kill, Casablanca, 1975Slade, "Cum on Feel the Noize," Sladest, Polydor, 1973The Stooges, "I Wanna Be Your Dog," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969The Beatles, "I Saw Her Standing There," Please Please Me, Parlophone, 1963Snail Mail, "Valentine," Valentine, Matador, 2021Madleen Kane, "You and I," Cheri, JVCKenwood Victor Entertainment, 1979Snail Mail, "Forever (Sailing)," Valentine, Matador, 2021Pure Prairie League, "Amie," Bustin' Out, RCA Victor, 1972Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode Sound Opinions news contributor Althea Legaspi talks with Tara Key about her project "His Majesty's Request: A Wink O'Bannon Select," a tribute to her late friend and Eleventh Dream Day guitarist. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021Dolly Parton, "Big Dreams and Faded Jeans," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022Dolly Parton, "Driven," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022Dolly Parton, "Woman Up (And Take It Like A Man)," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022Dolly Parton, "Snakes In the Grass," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022Dolly Parton, "Demons (feat. Ben Haggard)," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022SASAMI, "Make It Right," Squeeze, Domino, 2022SASAMI, "Skin A Rat," Squeeze, Domino, 2022SASAMI, "The Greatest," Squeeze, Domino, 2022SASAMI, "Sorry Entertainer," Squeeze, Domino, 2022SASAMI, "Call Me Home," Squeeze, Domino, 2022Lucy Dacus, "Hot & Heavy," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Brando," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Going Going Gone," Home Video, Matador, 2021boygenius, "Bite The Hand," boygenius, Matador, 2018Lucy Dacus, "In the Air Tonight," 2019, Matador, 2019Lucy Dacus, "Triple Dog Dare," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Night Shift," Historian, Matador, 2018Lucy Dacus, "Kissing Lessons," Kissing Lessons (Single), Matador, 2022Steppenwolf, "Magic Carpet Ride," The Second, Dunhill, 1968Cassandra Jenkins, "Hard Drive," An Overview on Phenomenal Nature, Ba Da Bing!, 2021Romeo Void, "Never Say Never," Benefactor, Columbia, 1982Procol Harum, "She Wandered Through the Garden Fence," Procol Harum, Deram, 1967Elvis Costello and the Attractions, "Seven Day Weekend," Blood & Chocolate, Demon, 1986Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox by a band from Boston that he and Greg both love, but have somehow never played on Sound Opinions until now.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:X-Ray Spex, "Oh Bondage, Up Yours!," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978Saba, "Survivor's Guilt (feat. G Herbo)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022Saba, "One Way or Every N**** With a Budget," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022Saba, "Soldier (feat. Pivot Gang)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022Saba, "Fearmonger (feat. Daoud)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022Shamir, "Cisgender," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022Shamir, "Gay Agenda," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022Shamir, "Stability," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022Shamir, "Cold Brew," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022Mari Elliott, "Silly Billy," Silly Billy (Single), GTO, 1976X-Ray Spex, "Warrior In Woolworths," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978X-Ray Spex, "Plastic Bag," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978X-Ray Spex, "Genetic Engineering," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978X-Ray Spex, "Germ-Free Adolescents," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in memory of a singer whose band blended Bach and rock.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether it's a stylistic choice or born out of necessity, sometimes great songs aren’t sung, they’re spoken. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite tracks featuring speak-singing vocals. Plus, they hear selections from the production staff, review the new album from Spoon, and bid farewell to Mark Lanegan.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Chaise Longue (Single), Domino, 2022Spoon, "Lucifer On The Sofa," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022Spoon, "On the Radio," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022Spoon, "Feels Alright," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022Spoon, "Astral Jacket," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022Spoon, "Held," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022Peggy Lee, "Is That All There Is?," Is That All There Is?, Capitol, 1969Barry White, "Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe," Can't Get Enough, 20th Century, 1974Movements, "The Grey," Feel Something, FEARLESS, 2017Devo, "Whip It," Freedom of Choice, Warner, 1980Lou Reed, "Coney Island Baby," Coney Island Baby, RCA, 1975Grace Jones, "Private Life," Warm Leatherette, Island, 1980Blur, "Parklife," Parklife, Food, 1994The Fall, "Totally Wired," Totally Wired (Single), Rough Trade, 1980Prince, "Let's Go Crazy," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984Pavement, "Fame Throwa," Slanted and Enchanted, Matador, 1992REM, "Belong," Out of Time, Warner Bros, 1991Art Brut, "Formed a Band," Bang Bang Rock & Roll, Downtown, 2005Talking Heads, "Once In a Lifetime," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980Billie Eilish, "Bad Guy," When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, Darkroom, 2019Screaming Trees, "Nearly Lost You," Sweet Oblivion, Epic, 1992The Gutter Twins, "Idle Hands," Saturnalia, Sub Pop , 2008Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan, "Ramblin' Man (Live On Sound Opinions in 2011)," Ballad of the Broken Seas, V2, 2006Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a buried treasure track to the Desert Island Jukebox. It sure is getting sandy in here...Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Aunt Sally, "Subete Urimono," Aunt Sally, Vanity, 1979Fieh, "Rosalie," Rosalie (Single), Jansen, 2022K.O.G., "Ayinye," Zone 6, Agege, Pura Vida, 2022Yumi Zouma, "In The Eyes Of Our Love," In The Eyes Of Our Love (Single), Polyvinyl, 2022Pachyman, "All Night Long (feat. Winter)," All Night Love (feat. Winter) (Single), ATO, 2022Deaf Lingo, "Friends," Lingonberry, Lövely, 2022Confidence Man, "Feels Like a Different Thing," TILT, Heavenly, 2022Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul, "Ceci n'est pas un cliché," Topical Dancer, Deewee, 2022PinkPantheress, "Pain," To Hell with It, Parlophone, 2021Green Velvet & Mihalis Safras, "My Cheri (Original Mix)," My Cheri (Original Mix) (Single), Relief, 2021Mear, "The Order," Soft Chains, Self-Released, 2022Leo Nocentelli, "Riverfront," Another Side, Light In The Attic, 2021Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Fiona 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, 2012Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021Molly Drake, "I Remember," The Tide's Magnificence: Songs and Poems of Molly Drake , Bryter, 2018Nick Drake, "Pink Moon," Pink Moon, Island, 1972Nick Drake, "Road," Pink Moon, Island, 1972The Mountain Goats, "No Children," Tallahassee, 4AD, 2002Dionne Warwick, "I'll Never Love This Way Again," Dionne, Arista, 1979Nightwish, "FantasMic," Wishmaster, Spinefarm, 2000John Prine, "Far From Me," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Please Don't Bury Me," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Lake Marie," Lost Dogs and Mixed Blessings, Oh Boy, 1995Bob Dylan, "Like a Rolling Stone," Highway 61 Revisited, Columbia, 1965Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox by a songwriter from Queens who had songs performed by Mama Cass, Astrid Gilberto and Glen Campbell. She only had one album of her own, but three albums of her demos have been released after her album gained acclaim 30 years after it was released. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Slum Village, "Fall In Love," Fantastic, Vol. 2, GoodVibe, 2000Big Thief, "Change," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022Big Thief, "Red Moon," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022Big Thief, "Spud Infinity," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "No Mistakes," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "I Got This," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Please Be A Stranger," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Believer," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Talkin' To Myself," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022J Dilla, "Workinonit," Donuts, Stones Throw, 2006D'Angelo, "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000J Dilla, "So Far to Go (feat. Common & D'Angelo)," The Shining, BBE, 2006Common, "The Light," Like Water For Chocolate, Geffen, 2000D'Angelo, "Devil's Pie," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000Common, "I Am Music (feat. Jill Scott)," Electric Circus, MCA, 2002The Pharcyde, "Runnin'," Labcabincalifornia, Delicious Vinyl, 1995Spelling, "Little Deer," The Turning Wheel, Sacred Bones, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Greg pays tribute to two idiosyncratic greats of soul and funk who we lost in February.  Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:KISS, "Rock and Roll All Nite [Live]," Alive!, Casablanca, 1975Amber Mark, "Most Men," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022Amber Mark, "What It Is," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022Amber Mark, "Darkside," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022KISS, "Detroit Rock City," Destroyer, Casablanca, 1976Wicked Lester, "She," The Box Set, Mercury, 2001KISS, "Beth," Destroyer, Casablanca, 1976KISS, "I Was Made for Lovin' You," Dynasty, Casablanca, 1979KISS, "Strutter," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974KISS, "Creatures of the Night," Creatures of the Night, Casablanca, 1982KISS, "Forever," Hot in the Shade, Mercury, 1989KISS, "Black Diamond," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, "I Got My Mojo Working," The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Elektra, 1965Muddy 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, 1969Bob Dylan, "Like a Rolling Stone [Live at Newport 1965]," N/A, N/A, 1965J Dilla, "So Far to Go (feat. Common & D'Angelo)," The Shining, BBE, 2006Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he remembered after Ronnie Spector passed. Jim is amazed to learn this band is a favorite of Greg's.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:The Go-Go's, "Vacation," Vacation, I.R.S., 1982Mitski, "Working For the Knife," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022Mitski, "The Only Heartbreaker," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022Mitski, "Stay Soft," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022Weezer, "Island in the Sun," Weezer (Green Album), Geffen, 2001The Ventures, "Hawaii Five-O," Hawaii Five-O, Liberty, 1969The Beginning of the End, "Funky Nassau Pt. 1," Funky Nassau, Alston, 1971Guided By Voices, "Motor Away," Alien Lanes, Matador, 1995Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021Willie Nelson, "On the Road Again," Honeysuckle Rose, Columbia, 1980Pink Floyd, "Point Me at the Sky," Point Me at the Sky (Single), EMI, 1968Joni Mitchell, "Free Man in Paris," Court and Spark, Asylum, 1974Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers, "I Love Hot Nights," Modern Lovers 88, Rounder, 1988Big Star, "The India Song," #1 Record, Ardent, 1972Ronnie Spector & The E Street Band, "Say Goodbye To Hollywood," Say Goodbye To Hollywood (Single), Epic, 1977Summer Salt, "Driving to Hawaii," Driving to Hawaii, Cherry Lime, 2014Kraftwerk, "Europe Endless," Trans-Europe Express, Capitol, 1977Bronski Beat, "Small Town Boy," The Age of Consent, London, 1984A Tribe Called Quest, "I Left My Wallet in El Segundo," People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm, Jive, 1990Rihanna, "Desperado," Anti, Westbury Road, 2016The B-52's, "Roam," Cosmic Thing, Reprise, 1989Eleanor Friedberger, "It's Hard," Rebound, French Kiss, 2018Kiss, "Strutter," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim pays tribute to the late Rachel Nagy of the Detroit Cobras, dead at the age of 37.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:John Prine, "Angel From Montgomery," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "A Good Time," Live at the 5th Peg, unreleased, 1970John Prine, "Paradise," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Sam Stone," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971Dusty Springfield, "Son of a Preacher Man," Dusty In Memphis, Atlantic, 1969Bonnie Raitt, "Angel From Montgomery," Streetlights, Warner Bros, 1974John Prine, "Illegal Smile," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Spanish Pipedream," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971John Prine, "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971Viagra Boys, "In Spite Of Ourselves (feat. Amy Taylor)," Welfare Jazz, Year0001, 2021Iris DeMent, "Let The Mystery Be," Infamous Angel,  Philo, 1992John Prine, "Jesus, The Missing Years," The Missing Years, Oh Boy, 1991John Prine, "When I Get To Heaven," The Tree of Forgiveness, Oh Boy, 2018Throwing Muses, "Counting Backwards," The Real Ramona, 4AD, Sire, 1991Neal Francis, "Can't Stop The Rain," In Plain Sight, ATO, 2021Aimee Mann, "Robert Lowell and Sylvia Plath," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021Pom Pom Squad, "Head Cheerleader," Death of a Cheerleader, City Slang, 2021Meat Loaf, "Bat Out of Hell," Bat Out of Hell, Cleveland International, 1977The Go-Go's, "Vacation," Vacation, I.R.S., 1982Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, producer Andrew Gill interviews John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats about his most recent novel, "Devil House" and his previous two novels, "Universal Harvester" and "Wolf In White Van."Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Adia Victoria, "Troubled Mind," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Earl Sweatshirt, "Sick!," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022Earl Sweatshirt, "Tabula Rasa (feat. Armand Harmmer)," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022Earl Sweatshirt, "Titanic," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022FKA twigs, "tears in the club (feat. the weeknd)," Caprisongs, Young, 2022FKA twigs, "meta angel," Caprisongs, Young, 2022FKA twigs, "careless (feat. daniel caesar)," Caprisongs, Young, 2022Adia Victoria, "South For The Winter (feat. Matt Berninger)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Adia Victoria, "You Was Born To Die (feat. Kyshona Armstrong, Margo Price & Jason Isbell)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Adia Victoria, "Far From Dixie," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Adia Victoria, "Please Come Down," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Adia Victoria, "Whole World Knows," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021The Ronettes, "Be My Baby," Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica, Philles, 1964Ronnie Spector, "She Talks To Rainbows," She Talks to Rainbows, Kill Rock Stars, 1999The Ronettes, "Do I Love You?," Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica, Philles, 1964Ronnie Spector, "You Can't Put Your Arms Around a Memory," She Talks to Rainbows, Kill Rock Stars, 1999John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a classic of Chicago house music that was reworked into one of his favorite singles on 2021. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Robert Finley, "Sharecropper's Son," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021The Weeknd, "Gasoline," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022The Weeknd, "Less Than Zero," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022The Weeknd, "Out of Time," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022The Weeknd, "Take My Breath," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "Heading West," Barn, Reprise, 2021Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "Human Race," Barn, Reprise, 2021Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "They Might Be Lost," Barn, Reprise, 2021Turnstile, "Don't Play," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021Turnstile, "Blackout," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021Turnstile, "Underwater Boi," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021Turnstile and Blood Orange, "Alien Love Call," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021Turnstile, "T.L.C. (Turnstile Love Connection)," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021Tom Petty, "Runnin' Down A Dream," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989Tom Petty, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Robert Finley, "Country Boy," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Robert Finley, "Starting To See," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, director Peter Bogdanovich talks with Jim and Greg about his Tom Petty documentary, "Runnin' Down A Dream." Bogdanovich died on January 6 at age 82.The legacy of Woodstock impresario Michael Lang is also discussed after his death on January 8. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Lizzo, "Rumors (feat. Cardi B)," Rumors (Single), Atlantic, 2021Sophie, "Bipp," Product, Numbers, 2015The Marvelettes, "Please Mr. Postman," Please Mr. Postman, Motown, 1961Return to Forever, "Hymn of the Seventh Galaxy," Hymn of the Seventh Galaxy, Polydor, 1973Cabaret Voltaire, "Nag, Nag, Nag," Nag, Nag, Nag (Single), Rough Trade, 1979Muna, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Silk Chiffon (Single), Saddest Factory, 2021Emotional Oranges, "All That (feat. Channel Tres)," The Juicebox, Avant Garden, 2021Caroline Polachek, "Bunny Is a Rider," Bunny Is a Rider (Single), Perpetual Novice, 2021Kaytranada, "Intimidated (feat. H.E.R.)," Intimidated, RCA, 2021Beach Bunny, "Oxygen," Oxygen (Single), Mom+Pop, 2021Mannequin Pussy, "Control," Perfect, Epitaph, 2021City Girls, "Twerkulator," Twerkulator (Single), Quality Control, 2021Bo Burnham, "That Funny Feeling," Inside (The Songs), Republic, 2021Yotuel, Gente de Zona & Descemer Bueno, "Patria y Vida (feat. Maykel Osorbo & El Funky)," Patria y Vida (Single), Chancleta, 2021Sparks, 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, 2021Turnstile, "MYSTERY," GLOW ON, Roadrunner, 2021Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Chaise Longue (Single), Domino, 2021Horsegirl, "Billy," Billy (Single), Matador, 2021Ric Wilson, "Pull A James Baldwin," Pull A James Baldwin (Single), Free Disco / EMPIRE, 2021Jelani Aryeh, "Marigold," I've Got Some Living To Do, No Matter, 2021The Quivers, "You're Not Always On My Mind," Golden Doubt, Ba Da Bing!, 2021Prince, "Hot Summer," Welcome 2 America, Legacy, 2021Nick Waterhouse, "Vincentine," Promenade Blue, Innovative Leisure, 2021Cocktail Slippers, "She Devil (Shout It out Loud!)," She Devil (Shout It out Loud!), Wicked Cool, 2021Robert Finley, "Sharecropper's Son," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that became very popular for a pop star, but whose songwriter remained obscure.  Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Merry Clayton, "Southern Man," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971Material, "Bustin' Out," Bustin' Out, Celluloid, 1981Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984Betty Davis, "Dedicated To the Press," Nasty Gal, Island, 1975Betty Davis, "They Say I'm Different," They Say I'm Different, Just Sunshine, 1974The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969Bobby Darin, "Who Can I Count On?," You're the Reason I'm Living, Capitol, 1963Elvis Presley, "Happy Ending," It All Happened At the World's Fair (Original Soundtrack), RCA Victor, 1963Ray Charles, "I Won't Leave," A Portrait of Ray, ABC, 1968Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Sweet Home Alabama," Second Helping, MCA, 1974Merry Clayton, "Touch The Hem Of His Garment," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021Merry Clayton, "A Song For You," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971Merry Clayton, "Deliverance," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021Lil Nas X, "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)," Montero, Columbia, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a one-hit-wonder from 1996 to the Desert Island Jukebox.Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Carole King's "Tapestry" for its 50th anniversary. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Carole King, "It's Too Late," Tapestry, Ode, 1971The Shirelles, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tonight's the Night, Scepter, 1960Little Eva, "The Loco-motion," The Loco-motion (Single), Dimension 1000, 1962Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Take Good Care of My Baby, Liberty, 1961The Monkees, "Pleasant Valley Sunday," Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd., Colgems, 1967Carole King, "It Might As Well Rain Until September," It Might As Well Rain Until September (Single), Dimension, 1962The City, "Now That Everything's Been Said," Now That Everything's Been Said, Ode, 1968Carole King, "No Easy Way Down," Writer, Ode, 1970Carole King, "Beautiful," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "You've Got a Friend," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Tapestry," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King and Louise Goffin, "Where You Lead," Our Little Corner of the World Music From Gilmore Girls, Rhino, 2002Carole King, "Where You Lead," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "So Far Away," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Way Over Yonder," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Smackwater Jack," Tapestry, Ode, 1971James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon, Warner Bros., 1971Carole King and James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Live At The Troubadour, Syzygy, 2010Liz Phair, "Divorce Song (Girly-Sound Version)," The Girly-Sound Tapes, Matador, 2018Lauryn Hill, "Everything Is Everything," The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Columbia, 1998Tori Amos, "Cornflake Girl," Under the Pink, Atlantic, 1994Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox inspired by a favorite TV show from his favorite director. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Andy Cirzan has a bag full of fresh festive tunes for everyone to enjoy. The Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular is back with vintage Korean psych rock, rare old school Caribbean vinyl and even some modern indie artists.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Lenny Dee, "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961Marching Church, "Christmas On Earth," Christmas On Earth (Single), Sacred Bones, 2017Blitzen Trapper, "Christmas Is Coming Soon," Blitzen Trapper, LidKerCow, 2003Allan Hull, "Cardboard Christmas Boxes," Mid Winter: The Songs & Music Of Christmas And The Turning Of The Year, Free Reed, 2006Unknown, "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, 1961He 5, "Red Nosed Reindeer," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969He 5 , "Jingle Bell," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969He 5, "Auld Lang Syne," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969The Beach Boys, "Christmas Eve," Keep An Eye On Summer - The Beach Boys Sessions 1964, Capitol, 2014Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast Jim interviews hip hop artist Matt Muse and Greg pays tribute to three music world luminaries who recently passed. Buy tickets for Love & Nappyness 12/17 at Metro Chicago: https://bit.ly/3dQP4Bg  Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021Naked Raygun, "Living in the Good Times," Over the Overlords, Wax Trax!, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Shame, "Nigel Hitter," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021UV-TV, "Distant Lullaby," Always Something, PaperCup Music, 2021Taylor Swift, "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version) (From the Vault)," Red (Taylor's Version), Republic, 2021Remi Wolf, "Guerrilla," Juno, Island, 2021La Femme, "Paradigme," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu/Idol, 2021Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tony Allen, "Mau Mau (feat. Nah Eeto)," There Is No End, Decca, 2021Boston Manor, "Carbon Mono," Desperate Times Desperate Pleasures, SharpTone, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Going, Going, Gone," Home Video, Matador, 2021Viagra Boys, "Ain't Nice," Welfare Jazz, YEAR0001, 2021Little Simz, "Speed," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021IDLES, "The Wheel," Crawler, Partisan, 2021Amyl and the Sniffers, "Choices," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021Goat Girl, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg continue their conversation with Rolling Stone senior writer and Sound Opinions contributor, Althea Legaspi, about first hand experiences of unsafe concerts.  Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Brian Eno, "Over Fire Island," Another Green World, Island, 1975Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Miles Davis, "John McLaughlin," Bitches Brew, Columbia, 1970Frankie Valli, "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You," Solo, Philips, 1967Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Sister Rosetta Tharpe, "Up Above My Head," Up Above My Head (Single), Decca, 1948Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986Marvin Gaye, "What's Going On," What's Going On, Tamla, 1971Wall of Voodoo, "Mexican Radio," Call of the West, I.R.S., 1983Manu Chao, "Clandestino," Clandestino, Virgin, 1998The Beatles, "She's Leaving Home," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967The Smiths, "Suffer Little Children," The Smiths, Rough Trade, 1984Jonathan Richman, "Velvet Underground," I, Jonathan, New Rounder, 1992MUNA, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Silk Chiffon (Single), Saddest Factory, 2021Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an under-appreciated band from the late-80s indie scene. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Aimee Mann, "Save Me," Magnolia (Music From the Motion Picture), Warner Music, 1999Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "Quattro (World Drifts In)," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "Searching For My Love," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "High And Lonesome," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "You Led Me To The Wrong," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021Neil Young, "Heart of Gold," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Neil Young, "A Man Needs A Maid," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Neil Young, "Are You Ready For The Country," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Neil Young, "The Needle and the Damage Done," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Aimee Mann, "Burn It Out," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021Neil Young, "Old Man," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Neil Young, "Alabama," Harvest, Reprise, 1972Steely Dan, "Do It Again," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972Steely Dan, "Only a Fool Would Say That," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972Steely Dan, "Reelin' In the Years," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972Steely Dan, "Dirty Work," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972Steely Dan, "The Boston Rag," Countdown to Ecstasy, ABC, 1973Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "Beyond Belief," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "Almost Blue," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "...And In Every Home," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982Elvis Costello And The Brodsky Quartet, "I Thought I'd Write to Juliet," The Juliet Letters, Warner Bros, 1993The Young Snakes, "Not Enough," Bark Along With The Young Snakes, Ambiguous, 1982Aimee Mann, "At The Frick Museum," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021The Loud Family, "Sword Swallower," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993The Loud Family, "Inverness," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993Aimee Mann, "Fifty Years After the Fair," Whatever, Imago, 1993Game Theory, "Regenisraen," The Big Shot Chronicles, Enigma, 1986The Loud Family, "Slit My Wrists," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993Elliott Smith, "Waltz, No. 2 (XO)," XO, Dreamworks, 1998Elliott Smith, "Sweet Adeline," XO, Dreamworks, 1998Aimee Mann, "Suicide Is Murder," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021Karen Dalton, "Something On Your Mind," In My Own Time, Paramount, 1971Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, producer Andrew Gill interviews directors Robert Yapkowitz and Richard Peete about their film "Karen Dalton: In My Own Time." Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Ariana Grande, "thank u, next," thank u, next, Republic, 2019Courtney Barnett, "Rae Street," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021Courtney Barnett, "Write a List of Things to Look Forward To," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021Courtney Barnett, "Take It Day by Day," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021Courtney Barnett, "Splendour," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021IDLES, "Car Crash," Crawler, Partisan, 2021IDLES, "The Wheel," Crawler, Partisan, 2021IDLES, "The New Sensation," Crawler, Partisan, 2021IDLES, "The Beachland Ballroom," Crawler, Partisan, 2021IDLES, "The End," Crawler, Partisan, 2021Big Star, "Thank You Friends," Third, PVC, 1977Sister Sledge, "We Are Family," We Are Family, Atlantic, 1979Earth, Wind & Fire, "Gratitude," Gratitude, Columbia, 1975Tyler, The Creator, "GONE, GONE / THANK YOU," IGOR, Columbia, 2019Bonnie Raitt, "Thank You," Bonnie Raitt, Warner Bros., 1971Lucinda Williams, "Stowaway in Your Heart," Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone, Highway 20, 2014Fall Out Boy, "Thnks Fr Th Mmrs," Infinity On High, Island, 2007Chance The Rapper, "Blessings (feat. Jamila Woods)," Coloring Book, Self-Released, 2016Andrew Gold, "Thank You For Being A Friend," All This and Heaven Too, Asylum, 1978The Kinks, "Days," Days (Single), Pye 7N 17573, 1968Dido, "Thank You," No Angel, Cheeky, 1999Descendants, "Thank You," Everything Sucks, Epitaph, 1996Aimee Mann, "Suicide Is Murder," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox from a lesser-known Motown diva who began her career with a secret. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Goat Girl, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021Neptune's Core, "Turning Red," Evolving, Neptune's Core, 2021Hana Vu, "Gutter," Public Storage, Ghostly International, 2021Chastity Belt, "Fear," Fear (Single), Chastity Belt, 2021Beak>, "Oh Know," Oh Know (Single), Invada, 2021Witch Fever, "Reincarnate," Reincarnate, Music For Nations, 2021Julie Doiron, "You Gave Me the Key," You Gave Me the Key (Single), You've Changed, 2021The SoapGirls, "Societys Reject," Societys Rejects, The SoapGirls, 2017Mattiel, "Those Words," Those Words (Single), ATO, 2021Goat Girl, "Creep," Goat Girl, Rough Trade, 2018Goat Girl, "Anxiety Feels," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021Goat Girl, "Badibaba," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021Goat Girl, "Jazz (In The Supermarket)," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021ABBA, "I Still Have Faith In You," Voyage, Capitol, 2021ABBA, "Don't Shut Me Down," Voyage, Capitol, 2021ABBA, "Bumblebee," Voyage, Capitol, 2021ABBA, "Little Things," Voyage, Capitol, 2021ABBA, "I Can Be That Woman," Voyage, Capitol, 2021ABBA, "Just A Notion," Voyage, Capitol, 2021Massive Attack, "Be Thankful For What You've Got," Blue Lines, Wild Bunch, Virgin, 1991Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a Halloween song performed by a favorite soul singer to the Desert Island Jukebox.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:R.E.M., "The One I Love," Document, I.R.S., 1987Brandi Carlile, "Right On Time," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021Brandi Carlile, "Broken Horses," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021Brandi Carlile, "Mama Werewolf," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021Brandi Carlile, "Stay Gentle," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021Parquet Courts, "Plant Life," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021Parquet Courts, "Walking At A Downtown Pace," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021Parquet Courts, "Marathon Of Anger," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021Parquet Courts, "Pulcinella," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021R.E.M., "Begin the Begin," Life's Rich Pageant, I.R.S., 1986Siouxsie and the Banshees, "Hong Kong Garden," The Scream, Polydor, 1978The Police, "Roxanne," Outlandos d'Amour, A&M, 1978Buzzcocks, "What Do I Get?," What Do I Get? (Single), United Artists, 1978Buzzcocks, "Why Can't I Touch It?," Everybody's Happy Nowadays, United Artists, 1979Sting, "Desert Rose (feat. Cheb Mami)," Brand New Day, A&M, 1999The Bangles, "Walk Like An Egyptian," Different Light, Columbia, 1986Sydney Sprague, "object permanence (feat. Danielle Durack)," maybe i will see you at the end of the world, Rude, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a Chicago band that never got it's due despite spurring an entire genre. Their lead singer sadly died of COVID. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:The Velvet Underground, "I'm Waiting For the Man," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967The Velvet Underground, "Venus In Furs," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967The Velvet Underground, "Heroin," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967The Primatives, "The Ostrich," The Ostrich (Single), Pickwick, 1964The 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, 2021The Velvet Underground and Nico, "All Tomorrow's Parties," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967RAY BLK, "BLK MADONNA," Access Denied, Island, 2021RAY BLK, "MIA (feat. Kaash Paige)," Access Denied, Island, 2021RAY BLK, "Access Denied," Access Denied, Island, 2021RAY BLK, "Go-go Girl (feat. Suburban Plaza)," Access Denied, Island, 2021illuminati hotties, "Pool Hopping," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021illuminati hotties, "u v v p (feat. Buck Meek)," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021illuminati hotties, "Knead," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021illuminati hotties, "Growth," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021illuminati hotties, "Joni: LA's No. 1 Health Goth," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021The Soundtrack of Our Lives, "The Ego Illusion," Communion, Telegram, 2008The Kinks, "Till the End of the Day," The Kink Kontroversy, Reprise, 1965Balance, "Breaking Away," Balance, Portrait, 1981Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986John Wesley Harding, "Sussex Ghost Story," Adam's Apple, DRT Entertainment, 2004The Police, "Roxanne," Outlandos d' Amour, A&M, 1978Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Long Black Veil," Kicking Against The Pricks, Mute, 1986Roky Erickson and the Aliens, "If You Have Ghosts," The Evil One, 415, 1981Joy Division, "Dead Souls," Still, Factory, 1981Psychedelic Furs, "The Ghost In You," Mirror Moves, Columbia, 1984Suicide, "Ghost Rider," Suicide, Red Star, 1977Johnny Cash, "(Ghost) Riders In The Sky," Silver, Columbia, 1979Caroline Herring, "Long Black Veil," Golden Apples of the Sun, Signature Sounds, 2009Daniel Johnston, "Casper the Friendly Ghost," Yip/Jump Music, (Self-Released), 1983Pat Benetar, "Wuthering Heights," Crimes of Passion, Chrysalis, 1980Kate Bush, "Wuthering Heights," The Kick Inside, Harvest, 1978Scott Sorry, "Black Dog Dancers," (Single), Generation X-Ray, 2021Elton John, "Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long Long Time)," Honky Château, Uni, 1972Robyn Hitchcock & The Egyptians, "My Wife and My Dead Wife," Gotta Let This Hen Out!, Midnight Music, 1985The Raveonettes, "Apparitions," Raven In the Grave, The Raveonettes, 2011Mekons, "Ghosts of American Astronauts," So Good It Hurts, Twin/Tone, 1988Ladytron, "Ghosts," Velocifero, Nettwerk Productions, 2008The Goldstars, "Stroll In Hell," Stroll In Hell (Single), The Goldstars, 2021Black Sabbath, "Black Sabbath," Black Sabbath, Vertigo, 1970The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Sunday Morning," The Velvet Underground and Nico, Verve, 1967Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the 1980s, producers and songwriters Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis have made huge hits with artists like Janet Jackson, Boyz II Men and Mariah Carey. But finally in 2021, the duo released their debut album as artists. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with Jimmy Jam about the record and his illustrious past work. Plus, we hear the song that got Garbage's Shirley Manson Hooked on Sonics.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Jam & Lewis, "Spinnin (feat. Mary J. Blige)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021Jam & Lewis, "Somewhat Loved (There You Go Breakin' My Heart) (feat. Mariah Carey)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986Jam & Lewis, "The Next Best Day (feat. Boyz II Men)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021The S.O.S. Band, "Tell Me If You Still Care," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983Cornbread Harris and Friends, "PutThe World," Cornbread Supreme Volume 1, 2631577 Records DK, 2002Janet Jackson, "Control," Control, A&M, 1986The S.O.S. Band, "Just Be Good to Me," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983Jam & Lewis, "Happily Unhappy (feat. Toni Braxton)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021New Edition, "Can You Stand the Rain," Heart Break, MCA, 1987Janet Jackson, "Nasty," Control, A&M, 1986The S.O.S. Band, "Take Your Time (Do It Right)," SOS, Tabu, 1980Janet Jackson, "Miss You Much," Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814, A&M, 1989Garbage, "No Gods No Masters," No Gods No Masters, Infectious Music, 2021Stray Cats, "Stray Cat Strut," Stray Cats, Arista, 1981Tori Amos, "Happy Phantom," Little Earthquakes, Atlantic, 1992Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Greg plays a song by a band that were once critical darlings, but have taken a critical beating over the past 20 years. He presents this song as evidence they haven't lost a step. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Songs: Ohia, "I've Been Riding With The Ghost," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003Mickey Guyton, "Black Like Me," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021Mickey Guyton, "All American," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021Mickey Guyton, "Rosé," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021Mickey Guyton, "Dancing In The Living Room," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003Songs: Ohia, "Cabwaylingo," Songs:Ohia, Secretly Canadian, 1997Songs: Ohia, "Steve Albini's Blues," Didn't It Rain, Secretly Canadian, 2002Songs: Ohia, "Soul," (Single), Palace, 1995Songs: Ohia, "White Sulfur," Songs:Ohia, Secretly Canadian, 1997Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003Songs: Ohia, "The Black Crow," The Lioness, Secretly Canadian, 1999Amanda Shires, "Just Be Simple," Just Be Simple (Unreleased), N/A, 2019Songs: Ohia, "Just Be Simple," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003Leon Bridges, "Motorbike," Gold-Diggers Sound, Columbia, 2021Miguel, "Sure Thing," All I Want Is You, Jive, 2010Miguel, "All I Want Is You (feat. J.Cole)," All I Want Is You, Jive, 2010Janet Jackson, "Control," Control, A&M, 1986Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Aaliyah, "4 Page Letter," One in a Million, Blackground and Atlantic, 1996Neil Young, "Guitar Solo, No. 1," Dead Man (Music from and Inspired By the Motion Picture), Vapor, 1996Adia Victoria, "You Was Born To Die (feat. Kyshona Armstrong, Margo Price & Jason Isbell)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Adia Victoria, "Please Come Down," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021Little Simz, "Introvert," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021Little Simz, "Speed," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021Little Simz, "I Love You, I Hate You," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021Little Simz, "The Rapper That Came To Tea (Interlude)," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021Little Simz, "Fear No Man," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021Songs: Ohia, "I've Been Riding With The Ghost," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode producer Andrew Gill interviews author Stephen Deusner about his new book, "Where The Devil Don't Stay: Traveling the South with the Drive-By Truckers." Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Low, "Days Like These," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021Lil Nas X, "MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)," Montero, Columbia, 2021Lil Nas X, "AM I DREAMING (feat. Miley Cyrus)," Montero, Columbia, 2021Lil Nas X, "SCOOP (feat. Doja Cat)," Montero, Columbia, 2021Lil Nas X, "SUN GOES DOWN," Montero, Columbia, 2021Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021Amyl and the Sniffers, "Guided By Angels," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021Amyl and the Sniffers, "Freaks to the Front," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021Amyl and the Sniffers, "Choices," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021Kacey Musgraves, "star-crossed," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021Kacey Musgraves, "justified," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021Kacey Musgraves, "easier said," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021Kacey Musgraves, "there is a light," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021Kacey Musgraves, "hookup scene," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021Low, "More," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021Low, "The Price You Pay (It Must Be Wearing off)," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021Steve Cropper & Felix Cavaliere, "Full Moon Tonight," Nudge It Up a Notch, Stax, 2008Otis Redding, "Nobody's Fault But Mine," The Immortal Otis Redding, Stax, 1968Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021Duke Ellington, "Afrique," The Afro-Eurasian Eclipse, Fantasy, 1971Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994Janet Baker, "Ich bin die welt abhanden gekommen," Janet Baker Sings Mahler, EMI, 1967Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021Björk, "Stonemilker," Vulnicura, One Little Indian, 2015Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Brian Eno, "Needles In the Camel's Eye," Here Come the Warm Jets, Island, 1974Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox by a band that actually cooked on stage. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg share a couple more buried treasure picks and talk with producer Alex Claiborne about her experience at the recent Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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." Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Tamar Aphek, "Crossbow," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Mushroom, "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, 2021U.V.T.V., "Back To Nowhere," Always Something, Papercup Music, 2021Shower Curtain, "You Make Me Feel," You Make Me Feel (Single), Balaclava , 2021Ka, "PWH," A Martyr’s Reward, Iron Works, 2021Pist Idiots, "Juliette," Idiocracy, PIST IDIOTS, 2021HotKid, "Letter," Letter (Single), Fortune Stellar, 2021The Armed, "Ultrapop," Ultrapop, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Drive," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Nothing Can Surprise Me," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Beautiful Confusion," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Monotonix, "Body Language," Body Language, Drag City, 2008Tamar Aphek, "All I Know," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Tamar Aphek, "As Time Goes By," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Kacey Musgraves, "justified," star-crossed, Interscope/UMG Nashville, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Art d'Ecco, "I Am the Dance Floor," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Drake, "Champagne Poetry," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021Drake, "Fountains (feat. Tems)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021Drake, "7am On Bridle Path," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021Drake, "Way Too Sexy (feat. Future & Young Thug)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021Drake, "Girls Want Girls (feat. Lil Baby)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021Halsey, "The Tradition," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021Halsey, "I am not a woman, I'm a god," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021Halsey, "Ya'aburnee," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021Halsey, "Easier than Lying," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Good Looks," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Nobody's Home," Trespasser, self-released, 2018Art d'Ecco, "Head Rush," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "I Remember," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Bird of Prey," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Desires," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Nothing Ever Changes," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "The Message," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Mr Twin Sister, "Expressions," Expressions (Single), Twin Group, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Teenage Fanclub, "Free Again," Free Again (Single), K, 1992Kanye West, "Jail," Donda, Def Jam, 2021Kanye West, "Jesus Lord," Donda, Def Jam, 2021Kanye West, "Donda," Donda, Def Jam, 2021Kanye West, "Off The Grid," Donda, Def Jam, 2021Queen, "I Want To Break Free," The Works, EMI, 1984Janet Jackson, "Control ," Control, A&M, 1986Bob Marley & The Wailers, "Redemption Song," Uprising, Tuff Gong, 1980The Velvet Underground, "I'm Set Free," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Out Of Our Heads, London, 1965The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Stripped, Virgin, 1995The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Shine A Light, Polydor, 2008The Soup Dragons, "I'm Free," Lovegod, Big Life, 1990Dua Lipa, "I'm Free," (Unreleased), NA, 2020Alex Chilton, "Free Again," Alex Chilton's Lost Decade, Fan Club, 1985Eric B. and Rakim, "Teach the Children," Don't Sweat the Technique, MCA, 1992Florence + the Machine, "Dog Days Are Over," Lungs, Island, 2009Lee "Scratch" Perry, "I Am the Upsetter," Trojan Reggae: Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae Classics 1967-1974, Sanctuary, 1998Max Romeo & The Upsetters, "Chase The Devil," War Ina Babylon, Island, 1976Venus Skytrip, "Star," Psychlona, Ripple, 2020Kali Uchis, "telepatía," Sin Miedo (del Amor Y Otros Demonios) ∞, Interscope, 2020Jaimie Branch, "theme 001 (Live)," FLY or DIE LIVE, International Anthem, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast Greg pays tribute to Don Everly, who died August 21 at age 84.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021The Rolling Stones, "Paint It Black," Paint It Black (Single), Decca, 1966The Rolling Stones, "Moonlight Mile," Sticky Fingers, Rolling Stones, 1971The Rolling Stones, "Honky Tonk Women," Honky Tonk Women (Single), Decca, 1969The Highwomen, "Highwomen," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019The Staple Singers, "Hear My Call, Here," Hammer And Nails, Riverside, 1962Massive Attack, "Harpsicord (Live in Copenhagen)," Unreleased, NA, 2008Phantom Limb, "Draw the Line," Phantom Limb, Naim Edge, 2009Yola, "Break The Bough," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Yola, "Diamond Studded Shoes," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Queen, "I Want To Break Free," The Works, EMI, 1984Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast we hear more from our recent interview with Richard Thompson. He comments on jamming with Led Zeppelin, discovering French music from his dad's record collection, avoiding his dad's police station while gigging in London and a strange encounter with Buck Owens. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast Jim talks with author Kathy Iandoli about her new book, "Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah." As much of her music comes to streaming platforms for the first time and details about R Kelly's predatory involvement with her are revealed in court, Aaliyah is very much in the news, even two decades after her death. As Kathy puts it, it's time to give Aaliyah her flowers. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Richard Thompson, "1952 Vincent Black Lightning," Rumor and Sigh, Capitol, 1991Naked Raygun, "Broken Things," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Living in the Good Times," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Suicide Bomb," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Black and Grey," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Soul Hole Baby," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Farewell to Arms," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Fancy Drones (Fracture Me)," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Ballad Lost," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Tender Organs," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Soapbox," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994Fairport Convention, "Who Knows Where the Time Goes," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "Sir Patrick Spens," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "Matty Groves," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "Autopsy," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "A Sailor's Life," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "Crazy Man Michael," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969Richard and Linda Thompson, "Wall of Death," Shoot Out the Lights, Hannibal, 1982Richard and Linda Thompson, "Don't Renege On Our Love," Shoot Out the Lights, Hannibal, 1982Richard Thompson, "The Big Love Scene," Serpent's Tears, Beeswing, 2021Richard Thompson and Teddy Thompson, "Persuasion," Action Packed - The Best of the Capitol Years, Capitol, 2001Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a ZZ Top song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to their bassist, Dusty Hill, who died in July. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Yes, "Awaken," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977Yes, "Going For the One," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977The Beatles, "A Day In the Life," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Yes, "Close To The Edge," Close To The Edge, Atlantic, 1972Yes, "Time and a Word," Time and a Word, Atlantic, 1970Yes, "I've Seen All Good People  A. Your Move, B. All Good People," The Yes Album, Atlantic, 1971Yes, "Roundabout," Fragile, Atlantic, 1971Yes, "The Ancient," Tales from Topographic Oceans, Atlantic, 1973Yes, "Turn of the Century," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977Yes, "Parallels," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977Yes, "Wonderous Stories," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977Tyler, the Creator, "WUSYANAME (feat. YoungBoy Never Broke Again & Ty Dolla $ign)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021Tyler, the Creator, "SWEET / I THOUGHT YOU WANTED TO DANCE (feat. Brent Faiyaz & Fana Hues)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021Tyler, the Creator, "LUMBERJACK," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021Tyler, the Creator, "MANIFESTO (feat. Domo Genesis)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Luis Fonsi, "Despacito (featuring Justin Bieber and Daddy Yankee)," Despacito (featuring Justin Bieber and Daddy Yankee) (Single), Universal, 2017Billie Eilish, "Happier Than Ever," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021Billie Eilish, "NDA," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021Billie Eilish, "Billie Bossa Nova," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021Billie Eilish, "Not My Responsibility," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021Prince, "Welcome 2 America," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Prince, "Yes," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Prince, "Same Page, Different Book," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Prince, "Hot Summer," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Prince, "1010 (Rin Tin Tin)," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine, "Conga," Primitive Love, Epic, 1985José Feliciano, "Feliz Navidad," Feliz Navidad, RCA, 1970Ritchie Valens, "La Bamba," Ritchie Valens, Del-Fi, 1954Luis Fonsi, "Despacito (featuring Daddy Yankee)," Vida, Universal, 2017Daddy Yankee, "Gasolina," Barrio Fino, El Cartel, 2004Marc Anthony, "Vivir Mi Vida," 3.0, Sony, 2013Selena, "Amor Prohibido," Amor Prohibido, EMI, 1994J. Balvin & Willy William, "Mi Gente (feat. Beyoncé)," Mi Gente (feat. Beyoncé) (Single), Universal, 2017Rosalía, "Malamente," El Mal Querer, Sony, 2017Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to Joe Cassidy of the band Assassins among other projects, who died suddenly at 51. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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." Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Joni Mitchell, "Woodstock," Ladies of the Canyon, Reprise, 1970Crosby, Still, Nash and Young, "Woodstock," Deja Vu, Atlantic, 1970Todd Rundgren, "The Want of a Nail (with Bobby Womack)," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989Burt Bacharach, "What the World Needs Now Is Love," What the World Needs Now: Burt Bacharach Classics, A&M, 2003Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975The Beatles, "Dear Prudence," White Album, Apple, 1968Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Impulse!, 2021Jr. Walker & The All Stars, "(I'm a) Road Runner," Road Runner, Motown, 1965Tune-Yards, "make it right.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Batuk, "Vida (feat. Nandi Ndlovu)," Musica Da Terra, Teka, 2016Spowder, "Pulp," Health Palm, State Champion, 2017Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee, "Despacito," VIDA, Universal Music Latino, 2017Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast news contributor Althea Legaspi talks with Alejandro Escovedo about his work to make mental health care accessible to music industry professionals. Jim, Greg and Althea also discuss the state of mental health in the music industry more broadly, including the recent developments with Britney Spears.  Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021Polo & Pan, "Les jolies choses," Cyclorama, Hamburger, 2021The Mysterines, "Who’s Ur Girl," Love's Not Enough (Single), Pretty Face, 2020Swt Valli Hi, "Over It," Over It (Single), Eighteen, 2021Jaimie Branch, "theme 001 (Live)," FLY or DIE LIVE, International Anthem, 2021Comet Control, "Secret Life," Secret Life (Single), Tee Pee, 2021BLK JKS, "Maiga Mali Mansa Musa," Abantu / Before Humans, We Are Busy Bodies, 2021Trenchmouth, "Sea of Serenity," More Motion: A Collection, Thick, 2003Angela Davis, "Interviewed By Art Seigner," Soul And Soledad, Flying Dutchman, 1971Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis, "Song For Billie Holiday," The Poetry Of Langston Hughes, Caedmon, 1969Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "The Colors That You Bring," Where Future Unfolds, International Anthem, 2019Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "The People vs The Rest of Us," Now, International Anthem, 2021Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Now (Forever Momentary Space)," Now, International Anthem, 2021The Eternals , "Destroy The Body," Espiritu Zombi, New Atlantis, 2016The Specials, "Ghost Town (Extended Version)," Ghost Town (Extended Version) (Single), Two-Tone, 1981Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Rebuild a Nation," Where Future Unfolds, International Anthem, 2019Biz Markie, "Vapors," Goin' Off, Cold Chillin', 1988King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, "Melting," Flying Microtonal Banana, ATO, 2017Taylor Swift, "the 1," folklore, Republic, 2020Prick, "Tough," Prick, Nothing/Interscope, 1995Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast producer Andrew Gill interviews comedian Chris Gethard about his new stand up special "Half My Life" and the connections between music and comedy.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021Sault, "Bitter Streets," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021Sault, "London Gangs," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021Sault, "You from London (feat. Little Sims)," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021Sault, "Mike's Story (feat. Michael Ofo)," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "First Time," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Brando," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Triple Dog Dare," Home Video, Matador, 2021Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021Chocolate Milk, "Groove City," Milky Way, RCA Victor, 1979Danity Kane, "Damaged," Welcome to the Dollhouse, Bad Boy and Atlantic, 2008Dawn Richard, "King Creole (Intro)," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Pressure," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Voodoo (Intermission)," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Mornin' Streetlights," Second Line, Merge, 2021Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast Kendall Polidori talks about her article for the Chicago Reader about the current state of Chicago venues and the benefit albums trying to help keep them afloat.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Radiohead, "Idioteque," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "How To Disappear Completely," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Subterranean Homesick Alien," OK Computer, Parlophone, 1997Travis, "Writing To Reach You," The Man Who, Independiente, 1999Autechre, "Rae," LP5, Warp, 1999Radiohead, "Fake Plastic Trees," The Bends, Parlophone, 1995Radiohead, "Everything In Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Kid A (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001Radiohead, "Kid A," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Treefingers," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "The National Anthem (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001Radiohead, "15 Step," In Rainbows, Parlophone, 2007Radiohead, "The National Anthem," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Sex Pistols, "God Save the Queen," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Sex Pistols, "Pretty Vacant," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Bow Wow Wow, "I Want Candy," The Last of the Mohicans, RCA, 1982Malcolm McLaren, "Buffalo Gals," Duck Rock, Virgin, 1983Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he thought featured Steve Cropper on guitar, but actually has Booker T. Jones playing organ and guitar. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Savages, "T.I.W.Y.G.," Adore Life, Matador, 2016Savages, "The Answer," Adore Life, Matador, 2016180 dB, "Road Trip (feat. Nick Zinner & Meredith Graves) [Instrumental]," Road Trip (Single), Midnight Feast, 2018Idles, "Grounds," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Television," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018Idles, "Anxiety," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "A Hymn," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Danny Nedelko," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Mr. Motivator," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Ne Touche Pas Moi," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Carcinogenic," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Danke," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Daniel Johnston, "True Love Will Find You In The End," Retired Boxer, Stress, 1985Idles, "Samaritans," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018Idles, "June," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018Idles, "Model Village," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Michael Franti & Spearhead, "11:59," All People, Capitol, 2013Radiohead, "Everything in Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a 1970s singer he'd written off previously. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Green Onions," Green Onions, Stax, 1962H.E.R., "Back of My Mind (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021H.E.R., "Bloody Waters," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021H.E.R., "We Made It," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021H.E.R., "For Anyone," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021Bachelor, "Back Of My Hand," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021Bachelor, "Stay in the Car," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021Bachelor, "Sand Angel," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021Bachelor, "Anything at All," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021Steve Cropper & Felix Cavaliere, "Full Moon Tonight," Nudge It Up A Notch, Stax, 2008The Five Royales, "Think," Dedicated To You, King, 1957Wilson Pickett, "I'm Not Tired," In The Midnight Hour (Single), Atlantic, 1965Otis Redding, "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay," The Dock of the Bay, Volt, 1968Wilson Pickett, "In the Midnight Hour," In The Midnight Hour (Single), Atlantic, 1965Wilson Pickett, "Don't Fight It," Don't Fight It (Single), Atlantic, 1965Steve Cropper, "Bush Hog Part 1," Fire It Up, Mascot, 2021Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Hip Hug-Her," Hip Hug-Her, Stax, 1967Wilson Pickett, "634-5789," The Exciting Wilson Pickett, Atlantic, 1966The Blues Brothers Band, "Soul Man (live)," Soul Man (live) (Unreleased), N/A, 1979Steve Cropper, "Bush Hog Part 2," Fire It Up, Mascot, 2021Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Boot-Leg," Boot-Leg (Single), Stax, 1965Otis Redding, "Nobody's Fault But Mine," The Immortal Otis Redding, Stax, 1968Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stu Mackenzie of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard analyzes the song that led him to pursue a life in music. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Tony Allen, "Coonta Kinte (feat. Zelooperz)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021Tony Allen, "Cosmosis (feat. Ben Okri & Skepta)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Armand Hammer/The Alchemist, "Falling out the Sky (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)," Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021Shame, "Nigel Hitter," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "Tyrian Purple," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Mdou Moctar, "Afrique Victime," Afrique Victime, Matador, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," sketchy., 4AD, 2021Viagra Boys, "Into the Sun," Welfare Jazz, YEAR0001, 2021Goat Girls, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021La Femme, "Le jardin," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021Booker T. & The M.G.s, "Green Onions," Green Onions, Stax, 1962Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast we welcome contributor Althea Legaspi to share how music festivals are planning to keep people safe and healthy as they come back after COVID-19.Plus she shares her pick for a viral song that's worth hearing. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Wolf Alice, "Smile," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021Wolf Alice, "Delicious Things," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021Wolf Alice, "The Beach," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021Wolf Alice, "Moaning Lisa Smile," My Love Is Cool, Dirty Hit, 2015Wolf Alice, "Lipstick on the Glass," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "Be Sweet," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "Posing For Cars," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "Paprika," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "In Hell," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "Savage Good Boy," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Off The Cuff," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Paul Young, "Come Back and Stay (Extended Version)," No Parlez, Columbia, 1983D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Playa Playa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Send It On," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Feel Like Makin' Love," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000The Who, "Baba O'Riley (Live at the Hollywood Bowl 2002)," Who's Next, Decca, 1971The Who, "My Generation," My Generation, Brunswick, 1965Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Soundwalk," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Ekuté," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021D'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, 2003John Mayer Trio, "Who Did You Think I Was (Live at the House of Blues, Chicago, Illinois, September 22, 2005)," Try! Live in Concert, Columbia, 2005The Staples Singers, "Respect Yourself," Be Altitude: Respect Yourself, Stax, 1972Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim plays a song that paved the way for riot grrrl, but wasn't immediately appreciated as substantive art when it was released. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Olivia Rodrigo, "driver's license," SOUR, Geffen, 2021Monster Magnet, "Born To Go," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021Monster Magnet, "Motorcycle (Straight to Hell)," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021Monster Magnet, "Welcome to the Void," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021Olivia Rodrigo, "brutal," SOUR, Geffen, 2021Olivia Rodrigo, "1 step forward, 3 steps back," SOUR, Geffen, 2021Olivia Rodrigo, "good 4 u," SOUR, Geffen, 2021Olivia Rodrigo, "deja vu," SOUR, Geffen, 2021The Linda Lindas, "Rebel Girl," Moxie (Music from the Netflix Film), Maisie Music Publishing, 2021Jelani Aryeh, "Marigold," Marigold (Single), No Matter, 2021Ting Tang Tina, "Kill Courtney," Honeybee, Dreamy Life, 2020Seaside Witch Coven, "King Fried," King Fried (Single), Self-Released, 2021Jungle Green, "Ritchie," Ritchie (Single), Self-Released, 2021topographies, "See You as You Fall," Ideal Form, Funeral Party, 2020Yellow Pills, "Come over and Eat Some Food," Space Age Inferno, Mint 400/Raining, 2021Omar Apollo, "Useless," Apolonio, Warner, 2020FACS, "Strawberry Cough," Present Tense, Trouble In Mind, 2021DARKSIDE, "The Limit," The Limit (Single), Matador, 2021Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus podcast Jim adds a track from 1990 by a Scottish power pop band that is still going strong today. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Accessibility Interview Transcript: https://soundopinions.org/show/809Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "Bizness (Live on Sound Opinions)," Whokill, 4AD, 2011Tune-Yards, "Now as Then," I Can Feel You Creep Into My Private Life, 4AD, 2018Tune-Yards, "homewrecker," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "make it right.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Brocelïande, "Abbots Bromley Horn Dance," Flowing Glass: Sir Christèmas, Flowinglass Music, 2000The Coup, "Hey Saturday Night (feat. Tune-Yards)," Sorry To Bother You: The Soundtrack, Interscope, 2018Tune-Yards, "Money Money Money," Sorry To Bother You: The Score, Interscope, 2019Craig Brenner, "Spring Is Near," Passages, (Self-released), 2020Tune-Yards, "silence pt. 1 (when we say we)," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Led Zeppelin, "The Battle of Evermore," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971Talking Heads, "The Great Curve," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980Earth, Wind & Fire, "Spirit," Spirit, Columbia, 1976Rare Earth, "Get Ready," Get Ready, Rare Earth, 1969Bachelor, Jay Som, Palehound, "Stay in the Car," Stay in the Car (Single), Polyvinyl, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Dawnie Walton was on the show in April. Here's some parts of that conversation that didn't fit into the original episode, including her thoughts on Kim Gordon and David Bowie.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:St. Vincent, "Daddy's Home," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021St. Vincent, "Down," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021St. Vincent, "My Baby Wants a Baby," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021St. Vincent, "Candy Darling," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021St. Vincent, "The Melting of the Sun," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021Morcheeba, "Namaste," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021Morcheeba, "Cut My Heart Out," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021Morcheeba, "Say It's Over (feat. Brad Barr)," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021Morcheeba, "Sulphur Soul," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021Molly Sarlé, "Human," Karaoke Angel, Partisan, 2019Tony Allen, "Très Magnifique (feat. Tsunami)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Tony Allen, "Mau Mau (feat. Nah Eeto)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Tony Allen, "Coonta Kinte (feat. ZelooperZ)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021The Chills, "Scatterbrain," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021The Chills, "Monolith," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021The Chills, "Worlds Within Worlds," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021The Chills, "Caught in My Eye," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021Molly Sarlé, "Gypsy," Aquarium Drunkard's Lagniappe Session, Partisan, 2020Celine Dion, "It's All Coming Back To Me Now," Falling into You, Columbia, 1996Mountain Man, "Moon," Magic Ship, Nonesuch, 2018Fleetwood Mac, "Dreams ," Rumours, Warner Brothers, 1977Tune-Yards, "Hold Yourself," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg pays tribute to Delmark Records founder Bob Koester and The Staples Singers' Pervis Staples, both behind the scenes legends of the Chicago music scene.   Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhFeatured Songs:Jack Ingram, Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, "Homegrown Tomatoes," The Marfa Tapes, Vanner, 2021Jack Ingram, Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, "Waxahachie," The Marfa Tapes, Vanner, 2021girl in red, "Rue," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021girl in red, "Serotonin," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021girl in red, "Apartment 402," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021girl in red, "Hornylovesickmess," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021The Mississippi Mass Choir, "When I Rose This Morning," I'll See You in the Rapture, Malaco, 1996Johnnie Taylor, "Disco Lady," Eargasm, Columbia, 1976King Floyd, "Groove Me," King Floyd, Chimneyville, 1970Jean Knight , "Mr. Big Stuff," Mr. Big Stuff, Stax, 1971Dorothy Moore, "Misty Blue," Misty Blue, Malaco, 1976Z.Z. Hill, "Down Home Blues," Down Home Blues, Malaco, 1982The Golden Nuggets, "Gospel Train," Gospel Train (Single), Malaco, 1973The Jackson Southernaires, "Hold To God's Unchanging Hand," Down Home, Malaco, 1982Mahalia Jackson, "Move On Up A Little Higher," Move On Up A Little Higher (Single), Apollo, 1947The Mississippi Mass Choir, "Call Him Up Part 1," "Live" In Jackson, Mississippi, Malaco, 1989The Georgia Mass Choir, "Joy," I Sing Because I'm Happy, Savoy, 1992Wale, "Sue Me (feat. Kelly Price)," Wow... That's Crazy, Every Blue Moon, 2019LaShun Pace, "I Know I've Been Changed," He Lives, Savoy, 1991Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk more with Nancy about the future of Heart, her film score work and Jim and Nancy meeting on the set of Almost Famous. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975Marianne Faithfull, "The Bridge of Sighs (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021Marianne Faithfull, "She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021Marianne Faithfull, "Ozymandias (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021Billie Holiday, "Glad to Be Unhappy," Lady in Satin, Columbia, 1958Art d'Ecco, "Desires," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Head Rush," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "I Am the Dance Floor," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "I Remember," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Nancy Wilson, "You and Me," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021Nancy Wilson, "The Rising," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021Heart, "Magic Man," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975Heart, "Barracuda," Little Queen, Portrait, 1977Nancy Wilson, "4 Edward," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021Heart, "Mistral Wind," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978Heart, "Straight On," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978Heart, "Dog & Butterfly," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978Heart, "Alone," Heart, Capitol, 1985Heart, "What About Love," Heart, Capitol, 1985Heart, "These Dreams," Heart, Capitol, 1985Nancy Wilson, "We Meet Again," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021Dorothy Moore, "Misty Blue," Misty Blue, Malaco, 1976Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg pays tribute to the bassist of one of the greatest black rock bands ever. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Mornin Streetlights," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Her Hippo," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Scratchcard Lanyard," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Dry Cleaning, "More Big Birds," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021E-40, From The Ground Up (feat. Too $hort and K-Ci and JoJo), "E-40," The Element Of Surprise, Jive, 1998Rapsody, "12 Problems," 12 Problems (Single), Roc Nation, 2020Kendrick Lamar, "Alright," To Pimp A Butterfly, TDE, 2015Young M.A., "Ooouuu," Her-story, M.A. Music, 2016Tyler, the Creator, "I Ain't Got Time!," Flower Boy, Columbia, 2017LL Cool J, "I Need Love," Bigger and Deffer, Def Jam, 1987Living Legends, "Loose Cannon," Angelz Wit Dirty Faces, Outhouse, 2000The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, "Language of Violence," Hypocrisy Is the Greatest Luxury, Island, 1992Kanye West, "Roses," Late Registration, Roc-A-Fella, 2005Beach Bunny, "Cloud 9 (feat. Tegan and Sara)," Cloud 9 (feat. Tegan and Sara) (Single), Mom+Pop, 2021Grimes, "Kill V. Maim," Art Angels, 4AD, 2015Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim shares a song to celebrate getting his Pfizer vaccination.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs defined by their backing vocals, much like Merry Clayton left her mark on The Rolling Stones' song "Gimme Shelter." Plus they review the new album from Eleventh Dream Day and learn what they're missing in Brockhampton.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969BROCKHAMPTON, "BUZZCUT (feat. Danny Brown)," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021BROCKHAMPTON, "THE LIGHT," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021BROCKHAMPTON, "THE LIGHT PT. II," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021BROCKHAMPTON, "DEAR LORD," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "Since Grazed," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "Tyrian Purple," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "A Case to Carry On," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021R.E.M., "Superman," Lifes Rich Pageant, I.R.S., 1986Stereolab, "French Disko," (Single), Duophonic, 1994The Beach Boys, "Sloop John B," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966Sam Cooke, "Bring It On Home to Me," (Single), RCA, 1962Billy Joel, "The Longest Time," An Innocent Man, Columbia, 1983The Turtles, "Elenore," The Turtles Present the Battle of the Bands, White Whale, 1968Laura Nyro and Labelle, "I Met Him on a Sunday," Gonna Take a Miracle, Columbia, 1971Ray Charles, "(Night Time Is) The Right Time," The Genius Sings the Blues, Atlantic, 1961David Bowie, "Young Americans," Young Americans, RCA, 1975Eric B. & Rakim, "Paid in Full," Paid in Full, Island, 1987Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We share more stories from Merry Clayton that didn't fit into our prior episode. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, it's Sound Opinions at the movies! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with actor and musician Paul Raci, who is nominated for an Oscar for his performance in the film Sound of Metal. They discuss the movie and the lack of representation for deaf people in the arts. Then, the hosts talk with the co-director of the movie Without Getting Killed or Caught, a documentary about folk and country singer-songwriter Guy Clark.Read the transcription of our interview with Paul Raci: https://soundopinions.org/show/803 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Guy Clark, "L.A. Freeway," Old No. 1, RCA, 1975Black Sabbath, "Hand of Doom," Paranoid, Warner Bros., 1970Abraham 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, 2021Elise Trouw, Travis Barker and Paul Raci, "Enter Sandman," Enter Sandman (Single), self-released, 2020Guy Clark, "Anyhow, I Love You," Texas Cookin', SBCMG, 1976Guy Clark, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Old No. 1, RCA, 1975The Highwaymen, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Highwayman, Columbia Nashville, 1985Guy Clark, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Keepers, Sugar Hill, 1997Dottsy, "I'll Be Your San Antone Rose," The Sweetest Thing, RCA, 1976The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg shares a song that was inspired by missing a show because of the weather. Become a member on PatreonMake a donation via PayPalRecord a Voice MemoDiscuss the showSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3rozD7uBecome a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2PaahgL Featured Songs:Erika De Casier, "Drama," Drama (Single), 4AD, 2021Silver Synthetic, "In the Beginning," Silver Synthetic, Third Man, 2021Buggy Jive, "Ain't Going Anywhere," Ain't Going Anywhere, Bryan Paul Thomas, 2020Yo Kinky, "Wire," Yo Kinky, I Don't Like, 2021The Lungs, "Vizitant," Psychic Tombs, Dune Alter, 2020Samia, "Fit N Full," The Baby, Grand Jury Music, 2020tiger lili, "lightning," lightning (Single), Mom+Pop, 2020Reverend Mother, "Let It Live (Fuzz Cover)," Let It Live (Fuzz Cover) (Single), Domino, 2021Marie-Clo, "At Ease," Shell(e), self-released, 2020Armand Hammer & The Alchemist, "Falling out the Sky (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)," Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021Fire Ex., "Stand up Like a Taiwanese (Live)," Unsung Heroes, Space Shower, 2020Trupa Trupa, "Dream About," Of The Sun, Glitterbeat, 2019Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim adds another song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a hero of early synthesis and a friend of Stevie Wonder's.Become a member on PatreonMake a donation via PayPalRecord a Voice MemoDiscuss the showSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Music: "Colossus" by Scanglobe from Nul Tiel RecordsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3rozD7uBecome a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2PaahgL Featured Songs:Merry Clayton, "Southern Man," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971Material, "Bustin' Out," Bustin' Out, Celluloid, 1981Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984Betty Davis, "Dedicated To the Press," Nasty Gal, Island, 1975Betty Davis, "They Say I'm Different," They Say I'm Different, Just Sunshine, 1974The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969Bobby Darin, "Who Can I Count On?," You're the Reason I'm Living, Capitol, 1963Elvis Presley, "Happy Ending," It All Happened At the World's Fair (Original Soundtrack), RCA Victor, 1963Ray Charles, "I Won't Leave," A Portrait of Ray, ABC, 1968Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Sweet Home Alabama," Second Helping, MCA, 1974Merry Clayton, "Touch The Hem Of His Garment," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021Merry Clayton, "A Song For You," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971Merry Clayton, "Deliverance," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," Tv God (Single), Paper Bag, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg takes the long way around to playing a song that was championed by The Grateful Dead.Become a member on PatreonMake a donation via PayPalRecord a Voice MemoDiscuss the showSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the occassion of our 800th episode, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look back on the show with past producer and listener feedback. They also review new albums from Tune-Yards, serpentwithfeet and La Femme.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3rozD7uBecome a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2PaahgL Featured Songs:Tune-Yards, "nowhere, man," sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "be not afraid.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "make it right.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021serpentwithfeet, "Heart Storm," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021serpentwithfeet, "Malik," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021serpentwithfeet, "Fellowship," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021La Femme, "Paradigme," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021La Femme, "Cool Colorado," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021La Femme, "Disconnexion," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021Arcade Fire, "Sprawl II (Live on Sound Opinions)," The Suburbs, Merge, 2010David Bowie, "Rebel Rebel," Diamond Dogs, RCA, 1974Talking Heads, "Once In A Lifetime (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984Thom Yorke, "I Want None Of This (Live on Sound Opinions)," Help - A Day In The Life, Independiente, 2005Radiohead, "The National Anthem (Live at Lollapalooza)," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Bob Dylan, "Moonshiner," The Bootleg Series Volumes 1–3 (Rare & Unreleased) 1961–1991, Columbia, 1991Wilco, "Ashes of American Flags (Live on Sound Opinions)," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002Wilco, "She's A Jar (Live on Sound Opinions)," Summerteeth, Reprise, 1999Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," (Single), Rounder, 2021Steely Dan, "Reelin' In the Years," Can't Buy a Thrill, ABC, 1973Bob Gibson, "Ballad of Fred and Mark," Bob Gibson, Capitol, 1970King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, "K.G.L.W.," L.W., Flightless, 2021Aretha Franklin, "How I Got Over," Amazing Grace, Atlantic, 1972Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim discovers a new-to-him British blues band that kind of invented stoner rock.Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZKRecord a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs:Carole King, "It's Too Late," Tapestry, Ode, 1971The Shirelles, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tonight's the Night, Scepter, 1960 Little Eva, "The Loco-motion," The Loco-motion (Single), Dimension 1000, 1962Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Take Good Care of My Baby, Liberty, 1961The Monkees, "Pleasant Valley Sunday," Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd., Colgems, 1967Carole King, "It Might As Well Rain Until September," It Might As Well Rain Until September (Single), Dimension, 1962The City, "Now That Everything's Been Said," Now That Everything's Been Said, Ode, 1968Carole King, "No Easy Way Down," Writer, Ode, 1970Carole King, "Beautiful," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "You've Got a Friend," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Tapestry," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King and Louise Goffin, "Where You Lead," Our Little Corner of the World Music From Gilmore Girls, Rhino, 2002Carole King, "Where You Lead," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "So Far Away," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Way Over Yonder," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Smackwater Jack," Tapestry, Ode, 1971James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon, Warner Bros., 1971Carole King and James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Live At The Troubadour, Syzygy, 2010Liz Phair, "Divorce Song (Girly-Sound Version)," The Girly-Sound Tapes, Matador, 2018Lauryn Hill, "Everything Is Everything," The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Columbia, 1998Tori Amos, "Cornflake Girl," Under the Pink, Atlantic, 1994Caroline Rose, "Do You Think We'll Last Forever," Superstar, New West, 2020Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim pays tribute to an old friend.Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZKRecord a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs: Utopia, "I Just Want To Touch You," Deface The Music, Bearsville, 1980Erykah Badu, "Tyrone (Live)," Live, Universal, 1997Solomon Burke, "Maggie's Farm," (single), Atlantic, 1965The Clash, "Wrong 'Em Boyo," London Calling, Epic, 1979Nick Cave, "Mack the Knife from the Threepenny Opera," September Songs, Sony Classical, 1997The Chicks, "Goodbye Earl," Fly, Monument, 1999Nelly Furtado, "Maneater," Loose, Geffen, 2006Pink Floyd, "Arnold Layne," Arnold Layne (Single), EMI Columbia, 1967Ghostface Killah, "Maxine (feat. Raekwon)," Bulletproof Wallets, Epic, 2001Black Pumas, "Colors," Black Pumas, ATO, 2019N.W.A., "100 Miles and Runnin' (Clean Version)," 100 Miles and Runnin', Ruthless, 1990New Radicals, "You Get What You Give," Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too, MCA, 1998Carole King, "So Far Away," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim adds a song that he hunted down after watching Judas and the Black Messiah. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs:The Premiers, "The Trap of Love," The Trap of Love (Single), Fortune, 1957The Hold Steady, "The Feelers," Open Door Policy, Positive Jams, 2021The Hold Steady, "Unpleasant Breakfast," Open Door Policy, Positive Jams, 2021The Hold Steady, "Hanover Camera," Open Door Policy, Positive Jams, 2021King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard, "O.N.E.," L.W., Flightless, 2021King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard, "Pleura," L.W., Flightless, 2021King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard, "K.G.L.W.," L.W., Flightless, 2021King Gizzard & the Wizard Lizard, "East West Link," L.W., Flightless, 2021Julien Baker, "Song in E," Little Oblivions, Matador, 2021Julien Baker, "Hardline," Little Oblivions, Matador, 2021Julien Baker, "Faith Healer," Little Oblivions, Matador, 2021Nolan Strong & The Diablos, "If Oh I (Could Be With You Tonight)," If Oh I (Could Be With You Tonight) (Single), Fortune, 1959Andre Williams, "Bacon Fat," Bacon Fat (Single), Fortune, 1957Roy Hall and the Cohutta Mountain Boys, "Dirty Boogie," Dirty Boogie (Single), Fortune, 1949Skeets McDonald, "The Tattooed Lady (feat. Johnny White and His Rhythm Riders)," The Tattooed Lady (Single), Fortune, 1961Rufus Shoffner & Joyce Songer, "It Always Happens to Me," It Always Happens to Me (Single), Fortune, 1961Nolan Strong & The Diablos, "Do You Remember What You Did," Do You Remember What You Did (Single), Fortune, 1955Nolan Strong & The Diablos, "Mind Over Matter," Mind Over Matter (Single), Fortune, 1962Shorty Frog & The Space Cats, "Sheddin' Tears over You," Sheddin' Tears over You (Single), Fortune, 1958John Lee Hooker, "Blues For Big Town," John Lee Hooker & Big Maceo Merriweather, Fortune, 1963Dead Prez , "Panthers (feat. Common and the Last Poets)," Hip​-​Hop Docktrine: The Official Boondocks Mixtape, Self-released, 2006Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg pays tribute to a dynamic duo of retired robots and one of their notable collaborators. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs:Arlo Parks, "Green Eyes," Collapsed in Sunbeams, Transgressive, 2021Arlo Parks, "Too Good," Collapsed in Sunbeams, Transgressive, 2021Arlo Parks, "Hope," Collapsed in Sunbeams, Transgressive, 2021Arlo Parks, "Porta 400," Collapsed in Sunbeams, Transgressive, 2021Slowthai, "Play with Fire," Tyron, Method, 2021Slowthai, "Feel Away," Tyron, Method, 2021Slowthai, "adhd," Tyron, Method, 2021Fleetwood Mac, "Albatross," Albatross (Single), Blue Horizon, 1968Fleetwood Mac, "Bermuda Triangle," Heroes Are Hard to Find, Reprise, 1974Fleetwood Mac, "World Turning," Fleetwood Mac, Reprise, 1975Genesis, "The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway," The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, Charisma, 1974Genesis, "Squonk," A Trick of the Tail, Charisma, 1976James Brown, "I Got the Feelin'," I Got the Feelin', King, 1968James Brown, "Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine," Sex Machine, King, 1970Buzzcocks, "Boredom," Spiral Scratch, New Hormones, 1977Buzzcocks, "Autonomy," Another Music in a Different Kitchen, United Artists, 1978The Temptations, "My Girl," The Temptations Sing Smokey, Gordy, 1965The Temptations, "Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)," The Sky's the Limit, Gordy, 1971Black Flag, "Louie Louie," Louie Louie (Single), Posh Boy, 1981Black Flag, "Best One Yet," Loose Nut, SST, 1985Rush, "Working Man," Rush, Moon, 1974Rush, "By-Tor and the Snow Dog," Fly By Night, Mercury, 1975Nirvana, "Love Buzz," Bleach, Sub Pop, 1989Nirvana, "Smells Like Teen Spirit," Nevermind, DGC, 1991XTC, "This is Pop?," White Music, Virgin, 1978XTC, "Life Begins at the Hop," Life Begins at the Hop (Single), Virgin, 1979Todd Rundgren, "We Gotta Get You a Woman," Runt, Ampex, 1970Jimi Hendrix Experience, "Wait Until Tomorrow," Axis: Bold As Love, Track, 1967Lightnin' Hopkins, "Long Gone Like a Turkey Through The Corn," Country Blues, Tradition, 1959Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim pays tribute to Tom Stevens of The Long Ryders. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs:Nazz, "Open My Eyes," Nazz, SGC, 1968The Weather Station, "Robber," Ignorance, Fat Possum, 2021The Weather Station, "Parking Lot," Ignorance, Fat Possum, 2021The Weather Station, "Atlantic," Ignorance, Fat Possum, 2021Todd Rundgren, "I Saw the Light," Something/Anything?, Bearsville, 1972Todd Rundgren, "Hello It's Me," Something/Anything?, Bearsville, 1972Todd Rundgren, "Can We Still Be Friends," Hermit of Mink Hollow, Bearsville, 1978Todd Rundgren, "Parallel Lines," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989Todd Rundgren, "The Want of a Nail (with Bobby Womack)," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989Todd Rundgren, "Bang the Drum All Day," The Ever Popular Tortured Artist Effect, Bearsville, 1982Todd Rundgren, "I Love My Life," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989XTC, "The Meeting Place," Skylarking, Geffen, 1986Meat Loaf, "Bat Out of Hell," Bat Out of Hell, Cleveland International, 1977Meat Loaf, "Paradise By the Dashboard Light," Bat Out of Hell, Cleveland International, 1977Todd Rundgren, "Couldn't I Just Tell You," Something/Anything?, Bearsville, 1972XTC, "Dear God," Skylarking, Geffen, 1986Patti Smith Group, "Dancing Barefoot," Wave, Arista, 1979Fleetwood Mac, "The Chain," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim adds a song to the Jukebox he was reminded of by the film, "Promising Young Woman." Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs: Monolord, "I'm Staying Home," I'm Staying Home (Single), Relapse, 2021Shame, "Alphabet," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021Illuminati Hotties, "Free Ppls," FREE I.H: This Is Not the One You’ve Been Waiting For, Self-Released, 2020OnceIWasYoung, "Cul de Sac," A Lonely New Year, Self-Released, 2021Waltzer, "Lantern," Time Traveler , Side Hustle, 2021Chappell Roan, "Pink Pony Club," Pink Pony Club (Single), Atlantic, 2020Hartford/Focht, "Capitol Sunset," Hartford/Focht, Clearly, 2020The Martha's Vineyard Ferries, "Jail Material," Jail Material (Single), self-released, 2021Miss Grit, "Grow Up To," Imposter - EP, self-released, 2021Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, "Fo Sho," I Told You So, Colemine, 2021Peter Stampfel, "The Years," Peter Stampfel's 20th Century in 100 Songs, Louisiana Red Hot, 2021Peter Stampfel & The Bottlecaps, "Drink American," Demo '84, Don Giovanni, 2020Peter Stampfel, "Wannabe," Peter Stampfel's 20th Century in 100 Songs, Louisiana Red Hot, 2021Michael Hurley/The Unholy Modal Rounders/Jeffrey Frederick & The Clamtones, "Midnight in Paris," Have Moicy!, Rounder, 1976Peter Stampfel and the Bottlecaps, "Bridge and Tunnel Girls," The People's Republic Of Rock N' Roll, Homestead, 1989  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Wilson of the Supremes was our guest in January 2020 on WBEZ. We revisit that conversation in memory of Mary, dead at 76.Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZKRecord a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs: John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme - Main Title," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979Goat Girl, "The Crack," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021Goat Girl, "P.T.S.Tea," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021Goat Girl, "Badibaba," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021Madlib, "The Call," Sound Ancestors, Madlib Invazion, 2021Madlib, "Road of the Lonely Ones," Sound Ancestors, Madlib Invazion, 2021Madlib, "Two for 2 - For Dilla," Sound Ancestors, Madlib Invazion, 2021Goat Girl, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021John Carpenter, "The Shape Stalks," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979Bebe Barron and Louis Barron, "Forbidden Planet Soundtrack - a) Main Titles - Overture - b) Giant Footprints In The Sand," Forbidden Planet, Planet, 1976Bernard 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, 1995John Carpenter, "Dark Star," Anthology: Movie Themes 1974-1998, Rodeo Suplex, 2017John Carpenter, "Skeleton," Lost Themes III: Life After Death, Sacred Bones, 2021Dimitri Tiomkin, "High Noon - Theme," Movie Memories: Music from the Greatest Films, Colosseum, 1995John Carpenter, "Dead Eyes," Lost Themes III: Life After Death, Sacred Bones, 2021Carl Stalling, "Powerhouse and Other Cuts from the Early 50's," The Carl Stalling Project - Music From Warner Bros. Cartoons 1936-1958, Rhino, 1990Bobby Womack & Peace, "Across 110th Street," Across 110th Street Soundtrack, United Artists, 1972Goblin, "Zombi," Zombi (Dawn Of The Dead) Original Sound, Cinevox, 1978Ennio Morricone, "Armonica," Once Upon a Time in the West, RCA, 1972The Wheel Workers, "S.O.S.," S.O.S. (Single), Steven Higginbotham, 2020Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg plays his favorite song by a son of a famous father. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs:Frank Zappa, "Peaches en Regalia," Hot Rats, Bizarre, 1969Viagra Boys, "I Feel Alive," Welfare Jazz, Year0001, 2021Viagra Boys, "Ain't Nice," Welfare Jazz, Year0002, 2021Viagra Boys, "Into the Sun," Welfare Jazz, Year0003, 2021Viagra Boys, "Creatures," Welfare Jazz, Year0004, 2021Viagra Boys, "In Spite of Ourselves (feat. Amy Taylor)," Welfare Jazz, Year0005, 2021Frank Zappa, "Valley Girl (feat. Moon Zappa)," Ship Arriving Too Late to Save a Drowning Witch, Barking Pumpkin, 1982Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention, "Camarillo Brillo," Over-Nite Sensation, DiscReet, 1973Frank Zappa, "Willie the Pimp," Hot Rats, Bizarre, 1969Frank Zappa and Ensemble Modern, "Dog Breath Variations," The Yellow Shark, Barking Pumpkin, 1993Edgard Varèse, "Poème électronique," Music of Edgard Varèse, Columbia, 1960The Mothers of Invention, "Trouble Every Day," Freak Out, Verve, 1966Frank Zappa, "The Black Page, No. 2 (Live)," Baby Snakes, Barking Pumpkin, 1983The Mothers of Invention, "Didja Get Any Onya," Weasels Rip My Flesh, Bizarre, 1970John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme," Halloween (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim adds an obscure synth track to the desert island jukebox.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs:Taylor Swift, "dorothea," evermore, Republic, 2020The Ronettes, "Be My Baby," (Single), Phillies, 1963Darlene Love, "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)," (Live on Late Night with David Letterman), Unreleased, 1986Ike and Tina Turner, "River Deep - Mountain High," River Deep - Mountain High, London, 1966New York Dolls, "Trash," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973David Johansen, "Frenchette," David Johansen, Columbia, 1978Jazmine Sullivan, "Lost One," Heaux Tales, RCA, 2021Jazmine Sullivan, "Pick Up Your Feelings," Heaux Tales, RCA, 2021Jazmine Sullivan, "Antoinette's Tale," Heaux Tales, RCA, 2021Jazmine Sullivan, "The Other Side," Heaux Tales, RCA, 2021Taylor Swift, "champagne problems," evermore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "this is me trying," folklore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "the 1," folklore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "willow," evermore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "exile (feat. Bon Iver)," folklore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "closure," evermore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things," reputation, Big Machine, 2017Taylor Swift, "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," Red, Big Machine, 2012Taylor Swift, "no body, no crime (feat. HAIM)," evermore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "august," folklore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "marjorie," evermore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "mirrorball," folklore, Republic, 2020Taylor Swift, "gold rush," evermore, Republic, 2020Frank Zappa, "Peaches en Regalia," Hot Rats, Reprise, 1969  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox after watching Ma Rainey's Black Bottom on Netflix.Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Comment on the show: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about mistakes. They also review new albums from Paul McCartney and Steve Earle. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Featured Songs:Buzzcocks, "Ever Fallen in Love (with Someone You Shouldn't've)," Love Bites, United Artists, 1978Paul McCartney, "Long Tailed Winter Bird," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020Paul McCartney, "Find My Way," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020Paul McCartney, "Lavatory Lil," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020Paul McCartney, "Deep Deep Feeling," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020Paul McCartney, "Winter Bird/ When Winter Comes," McCartney III, Capitol, 2020Steve Earle, "They Killed John Henry," J.T., New West, 2021Steve Earle, "Harlem River Blues," J.T., New West, 2021Steve Earle, "Last Words," J.T., New West, 2021Justin Townes Earle, "Mama's Eyes," Midnight at the Movies, Bloodshot, 2009Rolling Stones, "Angie," Goats Head Soup, Rolling Stones, 1973Tyrone Davis, "Turn Back the Hands of Time," Turn Back the Hands of Time, Dakar, 1970ABBA, "SOS," ABBA, Polar Music, 1975Rihanna, "Same Ol' Mistakes," ANTI, Westbury Road and Roc Nation, 2016Eugene McDaniels, "The Parasite (For Buffy)," Headless Heroes of the Apocalypse, Atlantic, 1971Quincy Jones, "Just Once," The Dude, A&M, 1981Hüsker Dü, "I Apologize," New Day Rising, SST, 1985Violent Femmes, "Add It Up," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983Tricky, "Past Mistake," Knowle West Boy, Domino, 2008Taylor Swift, "Willow," Evermore, Republic, 2020Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg is thinking about the late MF DOOM and here shares his first appearance on record. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to ambient musician Harold Budd. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.orgSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org Featured Songs:1000mods, "Warped," Youth of Dissent, Ouga Booga And The Mighty Oug Recordings, 2020Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," Show Me Your Pretty Side (Single), Rough Trade, 2020That Brunette, "Platonic," Platonic (Single), That Brunette, 2020Grandbrothers, "Howth," All the Unknown, City Slang, 2020Ólafur Arnalds & JFDR, "Back to the Sky," some kind of peace, Decca, 2020Sen Morimoto, "Woof," Sen Morimoto, Sooper, 2020Spun Out, "Another House," Touch the Sound, Spun Out Productions, 2020Horsegirl, "Sea Life Sandwich Boy," Sea Life Sandwich Boy (Single), self-released, 2020Ratboys, "Look To," Printer's Devil, Topshelf, 2020Dehd, "Desire," Flower of Devotion, Fire Talk, 2020Ric Wilson, "Fight Like Ida B & Marsha P," Fight Like Ida B & Marsha P (Single), Free Disco, 2020John Mayall's Blues Breakers, "The Supernatural," A Hard Road, Decca, 1967Helen Reddy, "I Am Woman," I Am Woman, Capitol, 1972Toots and the Maytals, "54-46 That's My Number," (Single), Beverley's, 1968Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org Featured Songs:Vic Chesnutt, "Band Camp," Silver Lake, New West, 2003The Mountain Goats, "Waylon Jennings Live!," In League With Dragons, Merge, 2019The Beta Band, "Dry The Rain," The Three E.P.s, Regal, 1998Dehd, "Desire," Flowers of Devotion, Fire Talk, 2020 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org Slim Seward & Fat Boy Hayes, "Christmas Time Blues," (Single), MGM, 1948Sonny Boy Williamson I, "Christmas Morning Blues," Bluebird Blues, RCA, 1970Lowell Fulson, "Wanna Spend Christmas With You," (Single), Kent, 1967Cecil Gant, "Hello Santa Claus," (Single), Decca, 1950Lenny Dee, "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961Freddie King, "Christmas Tears," (Single), Federal, 1960Hop Wilson, "Merry Christmas Darling," (Single), Ivory, UnknownSonny Boy Williamson II, "Sonny Boy's Christmas Blues," (Single), Trumpet, 1951Jimmy Reed, "Christmas Present Blues," (Single), RRG, 1971The Three Suns, "Winter Wonderland," The Sound of Christmas, Camden, 1961Jimmy McCracklin, "Christmas Time Pt 1," (Single), Art-Tone, 1961Albert King, "Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin'," (Single), Stax, 1974B.B. King, "Christmas Celebration," (Single), Kent, 1960Bartees Strange, "Mustang," Live Forever, Memory Music, 2020Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org Featured Songs:Bob Dylan, "False Prophet," Rough and Rowdy Ways, Columbia, 2020Soccer Mommy, "crawling in my skin," color theory, Loma Vista, 2020Jyoti, "Mama, You Can Bet!," Mama, You Can Bet!, EONE, 2020Bob Mould, "Leather Dreams," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020Porridge Radio, "Born Confused," Every Bad, Secretly Canadian, 2020Lydia Loveless, "September," Daughter, Honey You're Going To Be Late, 2020IDLES, "War," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Margo Price, "That's How Rumors Get Started," That's How Rumors Get Started, Loma Vista, 2020Coriky, "Too Many Husbands," Coriky, Dischord, 2020Drive-By Truckers, "Thoughts and Prayers," The Unraveling, ATO, 2020Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit, "What've I Done to Help," Reunions, Southeastern, 2020Bartees Strange, "Boomer," Live Forever, Memory Music, 2020Lucinda Williams, "You Can't Rule Me," Good Souls Better Angels, Thirty Tigers, 2020Fiona Apple, "Shameika," Fetch the Bolt Cutters, Epic, 2020Waxahatchee, "Fire," Saint Cloud, Merge, 2020Melkbelly, "Season of the Goose," Pith, Carpark, 2020Angelica Garcia, "Guadalupe," Cha Cha Palace, Spacebomb, 2020Run The Jewels, "Walking In The Snow," RTJ4, BMG, 2020Run The Jewels, "Ooh La La," RTJ4, BMG, 2020Haim, "Now I'm In It (Bonus Track)," Women in Music Pt. III, Columbia, 2020Ganser, "Projector," Just Look At That Sky, felte, 2020SAULT, "Free," Untitled (Rise), Forever Living Originals, 2020Shemekia Copeland, "Money Makes You Ugly," Uncivil War, Alligator, 2020Rotary Connection, "Christmas Love," Peace, Geffen, 1968Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Greg provides a roadmap for music listeners interested in getting into jazz.Here's the playlist Greg mentions in the episode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2fWOqJjfmVDiR9xu4JvSlaBecome a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.orgSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.org Featured Songs:Radiohead, "Idioteque," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "How To Disappear Completely," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Subterranean Homesick Alien," OK Computer, Parlophone, 1997Travis, "Writing To Reach You," The Man Who, Independiente, 1999Autechre, "Rae," LP5, Warp, 1999Radiohead, "Fake Plastic Trees," The Bends, Parlophone, 1995Radiohead, "Everything In Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Kid A (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001Radiohead, "Kid A," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Treefingers," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "The National Anthem (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001Radiohead, "15 Step," In Rainbows, Parlophone, 2007Radiohead, "The National Anthem," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Sex Pistols, "God Save the Queen," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Sex Pistols, "Pretty Vacant," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Bow Wow Wow, "I Want Candy," The Last of the Mohicans, RCA, 1982Malcolm McLaren, "Buffalo Gals," Duck Rock, Virgin, 1983Sault, "Hard Life," Untitled (Black Is), Forever Living Originals, 2020Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Jim's turn this week to add a song to the Desert Island Jukebox. If you have The Kinks original "Sunny Afternoon" single, the original release of this song is the B-side. Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo and email it to interact@soundopinions.orgSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, 1979AC/DC, "Shot in the Dark," Power Up, Columbia, 2020AC/DC, "Through The Mists Of Time," Power Up, Columbia, 2020AC/DC, "Wild Reputation," Power Up, Columbia, 2020Sturgill Simpson, "Turtles All The Way Down," Cuttin' Grass, Vol. 1: The Butcher Shoppe Sessions, High Top Mountain, 2020Sturgill Simpson, "Breakers Roar," Cuttin' Grass, Vol. 1: The Butcher Shoppe Sessions, High Top Mountain, 2020Sturgill Simpson, "Turtles All The Way Down," Metamodern Sounds in Country Music, High Top Mountain, 2014Sturgill Simpson, "I Don't Mind," Cuttin' Grass, Vol. 1: The Butcher Shoppe Sessions, High Top Mountain, 2020beabadoobee, "Dye It Red," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020beabadoobee, "Care," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020beabadoobee, "Sorry," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020beabadoobee, "Horen Sarrison," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020Low Cut Connie, "Take a Little Ride Downtown," Private Lives, Contender, 2020Low Cut Connie, "Look What They Did," Private Lives, Contender, 2020Low Cut Connie, "Tea Time," Private Lives, Contender, 2020Low Cut Connie, "Nobody Else Will Believe You," Private Lives, Contender, 2020Low Cut Connie, "Now You Know," Private Lives, Contender, 2020Pylon, "Crazy," Chomp, DB, 1983Pylon, "Feast On My Heart," Box, New West, 2020Pylon, "Modern Day Fashion Woman (Version 1)," Box, New West, 2020Pylon, "Dub," Dub (Single), DB, 1979Grace Jones , "On Your Knees," Muse, Island, 1979Parliament, "Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof off the Sucker)," Mothership Connection, Casablanca, 1975Grandmaster Flash, "The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash and the Wheels of Steel," The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash and the Wheels of Steel (Single), Sugar Hill, 1981Pylon, "Beep," Chomp, DB, 1983Pylon, "Altitude," Chomp, DB, 1983Pylon, "Italian Movie Theme," Chomp, DB, 1983Radiohead, "The National Anthem," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg pays tribute to the recently departed "Honky Tonk Hemingway" in this Desert Island Jukebox pick.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, 2020Bob Mould, "Camp Sunshine," Sunshine Rock, Merge, 2019Bob Mould, "Heart On My Sleeve," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020Tom Robinson Band, "Glad to be Gay," Rising Free, EMI, 1978Stiff Little Fingers, "Suspect Device," Suspect Device (Single), Rigid Digits, 1978D.O.A., "The Enemy," Something Better Change, Alternative Tentacles, 1980Bob Mould, "Next Generation," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020Bob Mould, "Leather Dreams," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020Hawkwind, "Silver Machine," Silver Machine (Single), United Artists, 1972Hawkwind, "Master of the Universe," In Search of Space, United Artists, 1971Hawkwind, "Seven By Seven," In Search of Space, United Artists, 1971Hawkwind, "Paranoia, Pt. 1," Hawkwind, Liberty, 1970Hawkwind, "Hurry On Sundown," Queens of the Stone Age, Loosegroove, 1998Hawkwind, "Orgone Accumulator," Space Ritual, United Artists, 1973Hawkwind, "The Awakening," Space Ritual, United Artists, 1973Sleep, "Jerusalem," Jerusalem, The Music Cartel, 1999Queens of the Stone Age, "Spiders and Vinegaroons," Queens of the Stone Age, Loosegroove, 1998beabadoobee, "Worth It," Fake It Flowers, Dirty Hit, 2020Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, 1991R.E.M, "First We Take Manhattan," I'm Your Fan: The Songs of Leonard Cohen, Atlantic, 1991Nino Rota, "8 e 1/2," Fellini e Rota, C.A.M., 1963The Carla Bley Band, "8 1/2," Amarcord Nino Rota, Hannibal, 1981Leonard Cohen, "Hallelujah," Various Positions, Columbia, 1984Jeff Buckley, "Hallelujah," Grace, Columbia, 1994The House of Love, "Who By Fire," I'm Your Fan: The Songs of Leonard Cohen, Atlantic, 1991Leonard Cohen, "Who By Fire," New Skin for the Old Ceremony, Columbia, 1974Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Tower of Song," I'm Your Fan: The Songs of Leonard Cohen, Atlantic, 1991Bob Dylan & Mavis Staples, "Gonna Change My Way of Thinking," Gotta Serve Somebody: The Gospel Music of Bob Dylan, Sony/Columbia, 2003ZZ Top, "Reverberation (Doubt)," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990John Wesley Harding, "If You Have Ghosts," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990Bongwater, "You Don't Love Me Yet," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990Primal Scream, "Slip Inside This House," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990Doug Sahm & Sons, "You're Gonna Miss Me," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990Butthole Surfers, "Earthquake," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990Julian Cope, "I Have Always Been Here Before," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990R.E.M., "I Walked With A Zombie," Where The Pyramid Meets The Eye: A Tribute To Roky Erickson, Sire, 1990Bobby Darin, "Mack the Knife," That's All, Atco, 1959John 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, 1985Marianne Faithful & Chris Spedding, "The Ballad Of The Soldier's Wife," Lost In The Stars: The Music Of Kurt Weill, A&M, 1985Frank Sinatra, "September Song," Point of No Return, Capitol, 1962Lou Reed, "September Song," Lost In The Stars: The Music Of Kurt Weill, A&M, 1985T. Rex, "Bang a Gong (Get It On)," Electric Warrior, Fly, 1971Kesha, "Children of the Revolution," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020Nick Cave, "Cosmic Dancer," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020T. Rex, "Cosmic Dancer," Electric Warrior, Fly, 1971T. Rex, "Life's a Gas," Electric Warrior, Fly, 1971Lucinda Williams, "Life's a Gas," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020Elton John & U2, "Bang a Gong (Get It On)," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020T. Rex, "Rock On," The Slider, EMI, 1972Perry Farrell, "Rock On," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020Peaches, "Solid Gold, Easy Action," Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, BMG, 2020Bob Mould, "Siberian Butterfly," Blue Hearts, Merge, 2020  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg is inspired by research on the Soul to Soul  concert in Ghana in 1971 to dig out the Ghana Soundz compilation from 2002.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim and Greg explore the background and influence of the Velvet Underground’s debut with a classic album dissection.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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."Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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."Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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."Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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!Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite albums of 2018. They also hear picks from Sound Opinions producers and listeners.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/supportSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/supportSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/supportSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/supportSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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!Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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."Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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."Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 LovelessSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.