Episodes

14h ago

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome Jeff Tweedy of Wilco for a wide-ranging discussion about his solo album "Twilight Override" and other aspects of Tweedy's long and storied career. 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: Jeff Tweedy, "Lou Reed Was My Babysitter," Twilight Override, dBpm, 2025 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Jeff Tweedy, "Feel Free," Twilight Override, dBpm, 2025 Jeff Tweedy, "One Tiny Flower," Twilight Override, dBpm, 2025 Jeff Tweedy, "Parking Lot," Twilight Override, dBpm, 2025 Jeff Tweedy, "Cry Baby Cry," Twilight Override, dBpm, 2025 Jeff Tweedy, "Blank Baby," Twilight Override, dBpm, 2025 The Velvet Underground, "Rock & Roll," Loaded, Cotilion, 1970 Billy Bragg & Wilco, "Walt Whitman's Niece," Mermaid Avenue, Elektra, 1998 Billy Bragg & Wilco, "California Stars," Mermaid Avenue, Elektra, 1998 Billy Bragg & Wilco, "All You Fascists," Mermaid Avenue Volume II, Elektra, 2000 Jeff Tweedy, "No One's Moving On," Twilight Override, dBpm, 2025 Jeff Tweedy, "Enough," Twilight Override, dBpm, 2025 Radiohead, "Everything In Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

2d ago

In this bonus episode, Jim reflects on his introduction to Mexican shoegaze through a newly discovered duo with a meaty discography. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 12

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome Andy Cirzan, their favorite collector of rare holiday music, for their annual celebration of unexpected holiday deep cuts. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 10

In this bonus episode, Greg is away on vacation, but Jim is here to pay tribute to two musical icons we’ll deeply miss after their passing in late 2025: reggae pioneer Jimmy Cliff and soul guitar legend Steve Cropper. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 5

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite albums of 2025. 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: Wednesday, "Elderberry Wine," Bleeds, Dead Oceans, 2025 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Hives, "They Can't Hear the Music," The Hives Forever Forever the Hives, PIAS, 2025 Billy Woods, "BLK XMAS (feat. Bruiser Wolf & Sadhugold)," Golliwog, Backwoodz Studioz, 2025 Sabrina Carpenter, "Nobody's Son," Man's Best Friend, Island, 2025 Gwenifer Raymond, "Jack Parsons Blues," Last Night I Heard The Dog Star Bark, We Are Busy Bodies, 2025 Lambrini Girls, "Love," Who Let the Dogs Out, City Slang, 2025 Trupa Trupa, "Backwards Water," Mourners, Glitterbeat, 2025 Viagra Boys, "Man Made of Meat," Viagr Aboys, Shrimptech Enterprises, 2025 Aesop Rock, "Full House Pinball," I Heard It's A Mess There Too, Rhymesayers, 2025 Maruja, "Look Down On Us," Pain to Power, Music For Nations, 2025 Poor Creature, "All Smiles Tonight," All Smiles Tonight, River Lea, 2025 Rosalía, "Berghain," Lux, Columbia, 2025 Wet Leg, "mangetout," Moisturizer, Domino, 2025 FKA twigs, "Perfect Stranger," Eusexua, Atlantic, 2025 Sprints , "Coming Alive," All That Is Over, City Slang, 2025 Horsegirl, "I Can't Stand to See You," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Lenny Dee, "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 3

John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats discusses his new book, "This Year: 365 Songs Annotated: A Book of Days" and his new album "Through This Fire Across From Peter Balkan" with Sound Opinions producer Andrew Gill. 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 Join our Facebook Group : https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 28

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 they interview lead singer Jon Anderson about the making of the record. Jim and Greg also review the latest from Tortoise. 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: Yes, "Awaken," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Going For the One," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 The Beatles, "A Day In the Life," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Yes, "Close To The Edge," Close To The Edge, Atlantic, 1972 Yes, "Time and a Word," Time and a Word, Atlantic, 1970 Yes, "I've Seen All Good People A. Your Move, B. All Good People," The Yes Album, Atlantic, 1971 Yes, "Roundabout," Fragile, Atlantic, 1971 Yes, "The Ancient," Tales from Topographic Oceans, Atlantic, 1973 Yes, "Turn of the Century," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Parallels," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Wonderous Stories," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Tortoise, "Vexations," Touch, International Anthem, 2025 Tortoise, "Night Gang," Touch, International Anthem, 2025 Tortoise, "Promenade à deux," Touch, International Anthem, 2025 Wednesday, "Elderberry Wine," Bleeds, Merge, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 26

In this bonus episode of Sound Opinions, Jim shares a Kot-esque pick from a band named after someone very dear to him. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 21

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit a Sound Opinions classic— Songs About Giving Thanks. The hosts will share some of their favorite songs in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday, and they'll hear selections from the 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: Natalie Merchant, "Kind and Generous," Ophelia, Elektra, 1998 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Big Star, "Thank You Friends," Third, PVC, 1977 Sister Sledge, "We Are Family," We Are Family, Atlantic, 1979 Earth, Wind & Fire, "Gratitude," Gratitude, Columbia, 1975 Tyler, The Creator, "GONE, GONE / THANK YOU," IGOR, Columbia, 2019 Bonnie Raitt, "Thank You," Bonnie Raitt, Warner Bros., 1971 Lucinda Williams, "Stowaway in Your Heart," Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone, Highway 20, 2014 Led Zeppelin, "Thank You," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969 Fall Out Boy, "Thnks Fr Th Mmrs," Infinity On High, Island, 2007 Chance The Rapper, "Blessing (feat. Jamila Woods)," Coloring Book, Self-Released, 2016 Andrew Gold, "Thank You For Being A Friend," All This and Heaven Too, Asylum, 1978 The Kinks, "Days," Days (Single), Pye 7N 17573, 1968 Dido, "Thank You," No Angel, Cheeky, 1999 Descendants, "Thank You," Everything Sucks, Epitaph, 1996 Third Eye Blind, "Thanks a Lot," Third Eye Blind, Elektra, 1997 Alanis Morissette, "Thank U," Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie, Maverick, Reprise, 1998 The Flaming Lips, "Do You Realize??," Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Warner, 2002 The Intruders, "Be Thankful For What You Got," Energy of Love, TSOP, Philadelphia International, 1974 Yes, "Going for the One," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 19

In this bonus DIJ, Greg pays tribute to a legendary artist who recently celebrated his 80th birthday, as well as the 50th anniversary of one of his classic albums. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 14

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with journalist and author Alan Light about his book “Don’t Stop: Why We (Still) Love Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours.” They discuss the music, history and why younger generations are still listening to this record almost 50 years after its release. 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: Fleetwood Mac, "I Don't Want to Know," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Fleetwood Mac, "Don't Stop," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Fleetwood Mac, "Second Hand News," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Fleetwood Mac, "Silver Springs (Live)," The Dance, Reprise, 1997 Fleetwood Mac, "You Make Loving Fun," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Fleetwood Mac, "Gold Dust Woman," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Fleetwood Mac, "Go Your Own Way," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Buckingham Nicks, "Frozen Love," Buckingham Nicks, Polydor, 1973 Fleetwood Mac, "Tusk," Tusk, Warner Bros., 1979 Fleetwood Mac, "The Chain," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Fleetwood Mac, "Dreams," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Fleetwood Mac, "Never Going Back," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Fleetwood Mac, "Songbird," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 Fleetwood Mac, "Landslide (Live)," The Dance, Reprise, 1997 Alanis Morissette, "Thank U," Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie, Maverick, 1998 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 12

In this bonus DIJ, Jim picks a song from the ’80s that’s as relevant now as it was then. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 10

If you love this show and you're able to pitch in, now is the time to pledge your support. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 7

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk about The Cars with Bill Janovitz, the author of a new book on the band. The book makes the case that The Cars are an underrated band. Plus, the hosts review the new album from Irish post-punk band, Sprints. 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 Cars, "Candy-O," Candy-O, Elektra, 1979 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Sprints, "Descartes," All That Is Over, City Slangs and Sub Pop, 2025 Sprints, "Coming Alive," All That Is Over, City Slangs and Sub Pop, 2025 Sprints, "Something's Gonna Happen," All That Is Over, City Slangs and Sub Pop, 2025 Buffalo Tom, "Late at Night," Big Red Letter Day, Beggars Banquet, 1993 The Cars, "Just What I Needed," The Cars, Elektra, 1978 The Cars, "Good Times Roll," The Cars, Elektra, 1978 The Cars, "My Best Friend's Girl," The Cars, Elektra, 1978 The Cars, "Drive," Heartbeat City, Elektra, 1984 The Cars, "Heartbeat City," Heartbeat City, Elektra, 1984 The Cars, "Dangerous Type," Candy-O, Elektra, 1979 The Cars, "Let's Go," Candy-O, Elektra, 1979 Fleetwood Mac, "Dreams," Rumours, Warner Bros., 1977 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 5

In this bonus DIJ, Greg digs into the soundtrack from one of his recent film outings. The score comes from an innovative rock guitarist turned composer. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 31

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot follow up a recent episode paying tribute to the sun with another set of songs about a celestial body. This time, they share their favorite songs about the moon — along with picks from the 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: The Beatles, "Mr. Moonlight," Beatles for Sale, Parlophone, 1964 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Wire, "A Mutual Friend," 154, Harvest, 1979 R.E.M., "Nightswimming," Automatic For The People, Warner Bros, 1992 Songs:Ohia, "Blue Chicago Moon," Didn't It Rain, Secretly Canadian, 2002 Credence Clearwater Revival, "Bad Moon Rising," Green River, Fantasy, 1969 Janelle Monáe, "Many Moons," Metropolis: Suite I (The Chase), Bad Boy, 2007 Brian Eno, "St. Elmo's Fire," Another Green World, Island, 1975 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Luna," Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Shelter, 1976 Mitski, "My Love Mine All Mine," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 David Bowie, "Moonage Daydream," The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, RCA, 1972 Thin Lizzy, "Dancing in the Moonlight - Live," Live and Dangerous', Philips, 1978 Los Lobos, "Kiko and the Lavendar Moon," Kiko, Slash, 1992 The Rolling Stones, "Child of the Moon," Jumpin' Jack Flash / Child Of The Moon (Single), Decca, 1968 Nick Drake, "Pink Moon," Pink Moon, Island, 1972 Willie Nelson, "Darkness on the Face of the Earth," ...And Then I Wrote, Liberty, 1962 Emmylou Harris, "Luxury Liner," Luxury Liner (Expanded & Remastered), Reprise, 2003 Emmylou Harris, "Crescent City," Cowgirl's Prayer, The Grapevine, 1994 SOFT PLAY, "Punk's Dead," HEAVY JELLY, BMG, 2024 The Beach Boys, "Surf's Up," Surf's Up, Reprise, 1971 The Cars, "Drive," Heartbeat City, Elektra, 1984 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 29

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a krautrock band so obscure they didn’t even make the cut in the definitive book on the genre he’s been reading. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 24

On October 14th, singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist D'Angelo died at the age of 51. Throughout his too short life, he made three unforgettable albums and cemented his legacy as one of the great artists of his time. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to D'Angelo by talking about his life, career and musical impact. They'll also revisit their classic album dissection of D'Angelo's masterpiece, Voodoo. 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: D'Angelo, "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 D'Angelo, "Brown Sugar," Brown Sugar, EMI, 1995 D'Angelo, "Playa Playa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Devil's Pie," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "One Mo'gin," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Africa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "The Root," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Send It On," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Feel like Makin' Love," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo and the Vanguard, "Sugah Daddy," Black Messiah, RCA, 2014 D'Angelo and the Vanguard, "The Charade," Black Messiah, RCA, 2014 D'Angelo and the Vanguard, "1000 Deaths," Black Messiah, RCA, 2014 David Bowie, "Moonage Daydream," The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, RCA, 1972 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 22

Tony Fitzpatrick was a Chicago artist, poet, actor, and someone who embodied the spirit of the city itself. Tony died on October 11, 2025, at the age of 66. In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Fitzpatrick with a song from one of the artist's long-time collaborators, Steve Earle. -- Celebrate the life of Tony Fitzpatrick on Sunday, November 23rd at Metro Chicago. 3730 N. Clark St 3pm - 6pm. Doors at 2pm. -- 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 17

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Rough Trade collaborators Geoff Travis and Jeannette Lee about their contributions to the music industry and their new label River Lea, which focuses on Irish folk music. The hosts also review the buzzy new album from indie rockers, Geese. 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: Lankum, "Cold Old Fire," Cold Old Fire, Self Released, 2014 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Geese, "Taxes," Getting Killed, Partisan, 2025 Geese, "Islands of Men," Getting Killed, Partisan, 2025 Geese, "Trinidad," Getting Killed, Partisan, 2025 Geese, "Half Real," Getting Killed, Partisan, 2025 Brighde Chaimbeul, "An Léimras / Harris Dance," The Reeling, River Lea, 2019 Raw Bar Collective, "Baile Mhúirne (feat. Nell Ní Chróinín)," Ag Fogairt an Lae, Self Released, 2016 The Wolfe Tones, "Come Out Ye Black & Tans," Let The People Sing, Dolphin, 1972 Lankum, "Go Dig My Grave," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023 Lisa O'Neill, "All the Tired Horses," All the Tired Horses (Single), Rough Trade, 2022 John Francis Flynn, "Mole in The Ground," Look Over the Wall, See the Sky, River Lea, 2023 Poor Creature, "The Whole Town Knows," All Smiles Tonight, River Lea, 2025 Poor Creature, "All Smiles Tonight," All Smiles Tonight, River Lea, 2025 Ye Vagabonds, "An Island," Nine Waves, River Lea, 2022 Poor Creature, "Adieu Lovely Eireann," All Smiles Tonight, River Lea, 2025 Public Image Ltd, "Flowers of Romance," Flowers of Romance, Virgin, 1981 ANOHNI, "It Must Change," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Rough Trade, 2023 Robert Wyatt, "The Age of Self," Old Rottenhat, Rough Trade, 1985 The Smiths, "Frankly, Mr. Shankly," The Queen Is Dead, Rough Trade, 1986 John Fogerty, "Zanz Kant Danz," Centerfield, Warner Bros, 1984 Swell Maps, "The Helicopter Spies," Jane from Occupied Europe, Rough Trade, 1980 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 15

In this bonus episode of Sound Opinions, Jim gets "reaal!" about his love of disco with this groovy track. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 10

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with record producer and author Arthur Baker about his new book, Looking for the Perfect Beat: Remixing and Reshaping Hip-Hop, Rock and Rhythms. The hosts also review the new album from Wednesday. 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: Afrika Bambaataa & the Soulsonic Force, "Looking for the Perfect Beat (Original 12" Version)," Looking for the Perfect Beat, Tommy Boy, 1982 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Wednesday, "Elderberry Wine," Bleeds, Dead Oceans, 2025 Wednesday, "Candy Breath," Bleeds, Dead Oceans, 2025 Wednesday, "Townies," Bleeds, Dead Oceans, 2025 Wednesday, "Gary's II," Bleeds, Dead Oceans, 2025 Wednesday, "The Way Love Goes," Bleeds, Dead Oceans, 2025 New Order, "Confusion," Confusion, Factory, 1983 Afrika Bambaataa & the Soulsonic Force, "Planet Rock," Planet Rock: The Album, Tommy Boy, 1986 Run-D.M.C., "It's Like That," Run-D.M.C., Profile, 1984 Thundercat, "Walk On By (feat. Kendrick Lamar)," Drunk, Brainfeeder, 2017 Marvin Gaye, "Sexual Healing," Midnight Love, Columbia, 1982 New Order, "Thieves Like Us," Thieves Like Us, Factory, 1983 Bruce Springsteen, "Dancing In The Dark (Blaster Mix)," Dancing In The Dark, CBS, 1985 Artists United Against Apartheid, "Sun City," Sun City, Manhattan, 1985 Warpaint, "Love Is to Die," Warpaint, Rough Trade, 2014 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 8

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Sonny Curtis, the undersung artist who wrote the original version of "I Fought the Law" with The Crickets. Sonny died on September 19, 2025, at the age of 88. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 3

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot speak with David Browne, author of the book Talkin’ Greenwich Village: The Heady Rise and Slow Fall of America’s Bohemian Music Capital. 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 Ochs, "Here's to the State of Mississippi," I Ain't Marching Anymore, Elektra, 1965 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Sonny Rollins, "Softly As In A Morning Sunrise (Live At The Village Vanguard, 1957 / Evening Take)," The Complete Night At The Village Vanguard, Blue Note, 2013 Miles Davis, "Stablemates," Miles: The New Miles Davis Quintet, Prestige, 1956 Joan Baez, "Wildwood Flower," Joan Baez, Vanguard, 1960 John Coltrane, "Greensleeves," Evenings at the Village Gate: John Coltrane with Eric Dolphy, Impulse!, 2023 Paul Butterfield, "Everything Gonna Be Alright," Live New York 1970, RockBeat, 2015 Phil Ochs, "Talking Vietnam Blues," All the News That's Fit to Sing, Elektra, 1964 Dave Van Ronk, "He Was a Friend of Mine," Folksinger, Prestige, 1962 Dave Van Ronk, "Dink's Song," Dave Van Ronk Sings, Folkways, 1961 Bob Dylan, "House of the Risin' Sun," Bob Dylan, Columbia, 1962 Dave Van Ronk, "House of the Rising Sun," Just Dave Van Ronk, Mercury, 1964 The Blues Project, "Catch the Wind," Live at the Cafe Au Go Go, Verve Folkways, 1966 Bob Dylan, "It Ain't Me Babe," Another Side of Bob Dylan, Columbia, 1964 Bob Dylan, "Hurricane (Live at Memorial Auditorium, Worcester, MA, November 1975)," The Rolling Thunder Revue: The 1975 Live Recordings, Columbia, 2019 Len Chandler, "Bellevue," To Be a Man, Columbia, 1966 Peter, Paul and Mary, "Where Have All the Flowers Gone," Peter, Paul and Mary, Warner Bros., 1962 Sonny Rollins, "I Can't Get Started (Live At The Village Vanguard, 1957 / Evening Take)," The Complete Night At The Village Vanguard, Blue Note, 2013 The Roches, "Speak," Speak, MCA, 1989 Buffy Sainte-Marie, "It's My Way," It's My Way!, Vanguard, 1964 Odetta, "I Never Will Marry," Odetta Sings Folk Songs, RCA Victor, 1963 Afrika Bambaataa & the Soulsonic Force, "Planet Rock," Planet Rock (Single), Tommy Boy, 1982 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 1

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Rick Davies, the legendary keyboardist and co-founder of Supertramp, who passed away on September 6, 2025, 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 26

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share a fresh batch of songs that deserve more attention- what they call "buried treasures." They also hear picks 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: Frankie and the Witch Fingers, "Total Reset," Trash Classic, Greenway, 2025 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 AnAkA, "CRISIS OF THE CONCRETE," CRISIS OF THE CONCRETE (Single), AKTIV8, 2025 Gwenifer Raymond, "Jack Parsons Blues," Last Night I Heard The Dog Star Bark, We Are Busy Bodies, 2025 Brett Newski & the Bad Inventions, "Jesus Freak," ameriCONa Pt. 1: Educate Freeloaders to Buy Art, self-released, 2025 Low Girl, "Overgrown," Overgrown (Single), self-released, 2025 Love Story in Blood Red, "Jackknife," Everything's Everywhere, Good Times Rock N Roll Club, 2025 Sharp Pins, "Every Time I Hear," Radio DDR, Perennial Death, 2025 Satanic Puppeteer Orchestra, "Blow It Up," Press Start, self-released, 2025 Tombstones in their Eyes, "I Am Cold," Asylum Harbour, Kitten Robot, 2024 Jens Lekman, "A Tuxedo Sewn For Two," Songs For Other People's Weddings, Secretly Canadian, 2025 Thank, "Do It Badly," I Have A Physical Body That Can Be Harmed, Big Scary Monsters Recording Company, 2024 Molly Nilsson, "How Much is The World," Amateur, Night School, 2025 The Cords, "Fabulist," The Cords, Skep Wax / Slumberland, 2025 Jeffrey Foskett, "I live for the Sun," Stars in the Sand, The Pop Collective, 2004 The Lucksmiths, "Sunlight in a Jar," Warmer Corners, Candle Records, 2005 The Way Down Wanderers, "Your Will is a Wildflower," Path to Follow - EP, Self-Released, 2014 Sly and the Family Stone, "Runnin' Away," There's a Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Bob Dylan, "House of the Risin' Sun," Bob Dylan, Columbia, 1962 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 24

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to drummer Jim Kimball of Laughing Hyenas, Mule, Jesus Lizard, and more. Jim died on August 27, 2025, at the age of 59. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 19

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Chris Deville about his new book, "Such Great Heights: The Complete Cultural History of the Indie Rock Explosion." The hosts also review the new album 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: The Postal Service, "Such Great Heights," Give Up, Sub Pop, 2003 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Hives, "The Hives Forever Forever The Hives," The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, PIAS, 2025 The Hives, "Enough is Enough," The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, PIAS, 2025 The Hives, "Hooray Hooray Hooray," The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, PIAS, 2025 The Hives, "Path of Most Resistance," The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, PIAS, 2025 The Hives, "O.C.D.O.D.," The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, PIAS, 2025 The Dismemberment Plan, "The Face of the Earth," Change, Desoto, 2001 Sufjan Stevens, "Jacksonville," Illinois, Rough Trade, 2005 Best Coast, "California Nights," California Nights, Harvest, 2015 Belle and Sebastian, "Asleep on a Sunbeam," Dear Catastrophe Waitress, Rough Trade, 2003 Death Cab for Cutie, "We Looked Like Giants," Transatlanticism, Barsuk, 2003 The Dismemberment Plan, "The City," Emergency & I, Desoto, 1999 The Decemberists, "The Engine Driver," Picaresque, Kill Rock Stars, 2005 Vampire Weekend, "M79," Vampire Weekend, XL, 2008 Thank, "Control," I Have A Physical Body That Can Be Harmed, Big Scary Monsters Recording Company, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 17

In this bonus episode, Jim shares what might be the quintessential one-hit wonder, but in classic Sound Opinions fashion, the cover he's picked is as obscure as they come. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 12

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate 50 years of Patti Smith’s “Horses” with a classic album dissection. They also review the new album by Margo Price. 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: Patti Smith, "Gloria," Horses, Arista, 1975 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Margo Price, "Don't Let the Bastards Get You Down," Hard Headed Woman, Loma Vista, 2025 Margo Price, "Red Eye Flight," Hard Headed Woman, Loma Vista, 2025 Margo Price, "Wild at Heart," Hard Headed Woman, Loma Vista, 2025 Margo Price, "Love Me Like You Used to Do (feat. Tyler Childers)," Hard Headed Woman, Loma Vista, 2025 Margo Price, "I Just Don't Give a Damn," Hard Headed Woman, Loma Vista, 2025 Patti Smith, "Free Money," Horses, Arista, 1975 Patti Smith & Lenny Kaye, "Ballad of a Bad Boy," 25974, Mer, 2006 Patti Smith, "Piss Factory," Piss Factory (Single), Mer, 1974 Patti Smith, "Hey Joe," Hey Joe (Single), Mer, 1974 Ramones, "Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue," Ramones, Sire, 1976 Television, "Little Johnny Jewel," The Blow Up, ROIR, 1982 Patti Smith, "Distant Fingers (Demo)," Land (1975-2002), Arista, 2002 Them, "Gloria," Gloria (Single), Decca, 1974 Patti Smith, "Redondo Beach," Horses, Arista, 1975 Patti Smith, "Birdland," Horses, Arista, 1975 Patti Smith, "Kimberly," Horses, Arista, 1975 Patti Smith, "Break It Up," Horses, Arista, 1975 Jim Morrison & The Doors, "An American Prayer / The End," An American Prayer, Elektra, 1978 Patti Smith, "Ask the Angels," I Never Talked to Bob Dylan, Stoned, 1977 Patti Smith, "Land," Horses, Arista, 1975 Patti Smith, "Elegie," Horses, Arista, 1975 Patti Smith, "My Generation," Horses, Arista, 1975 TV on the Radio, "Wolf Like Me," Return to Cookie Mountain, 4AD, 2006 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 10

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a Latin soul song by one of the many great artists he saw perform at Chicago music festivals this summer. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 5

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with music writer Niko Stratis about her book "The Dad Rock That Made Me A Woman." The hosts also review new albums from The Beths and Aesop Rock. 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, "Sky Blue Sky," Sky Blue Sky, Nonesuch, 2007 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Beths, "Metal," Straight Line Was A Lie, Anti, 2025 The Beths, "Straight Line Was A Lie," Straight Line Was A Lie, Anti, 2025 The Beths, "Mother, Pray For Me," Straight Line Was A Lie, Anti, 2025 The Beths, "Best Laid Plans," Straight Line Was A Lie, Anti, 2025 The Beths, "No Joy," Straight Line Was A Lie, Anti, 2025 Aesop Rock, "Black Plums," Black Hole Superette, Rhymesayers, 2025 Aesop Rock, "Movie Night," Black Hole Superette, Rhymesayers, 2025 Aesop Rock, "Costco," Black Hole Superette, Rhymesayers, 2025 Aesop Rock, "Checkers," Black Hole Superette, Rhymesayers, 2025 The Replacements, "Androgynous," Let It Be, Twin Tone, 1984 Wilco, "Impossible Germany," Sky Blue Sky, Nonesuch, 2007 Julien Baker, "Song In E," Little Oblivions, Matador, 2021 R.E.M., "Man On The Moon," Automatic For The People, Warner Bros, 1992 Julien Baker, "Accident Prone (Live)," unreleased, NA, 2016 k.d. lang, "Hallelujah," Hymns of the 49th Parallel, Nonesuch, 2004 Bruce Springsteen, "Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out," Born To Run, Columbia, 1975 Neko Case, "I Wish I Was The Moon," Blacklisted, Bloodshot, 2002 Haim, "Want You Back," Something to Tell You, Columbia, 2017 The Mountain Goats, "Amy aka Spent Gladiator 1," Transcendental Youth, Merge, 2012 Laura Stevenson, "Honey," Late Great, Really, 2025 MJ Lenderman, "She's Leaving You," Manning Fireworks, Anti, 2024 Waxahatchee, "Right Back To It (feat. MJ Lenderman)," Tigers Blood, Anti, 2024 Patti Smith, "Gloria," Horses, Arista, 1975 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 3

In this bonus DIJ, Jim shares a song that almost inspires him enough to try meditation. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 29

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot sit down with Jason Schneider, author of That Gun in Your Hand: The Strange Saga of ‘Hey Joe’ and Popular Music’s History of Violence. The hosts also review the new album from Lifeguard. 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, 1967 Lifeguard, "It Will Get Worse," Ripped and Torn, Matador, 2025 Lifeguard, "Ripped + Torn," Ripped and Torn, Matador, 2025 Lifeguard, "Under Your Reach," Ripped and Torn, Matador, 2025 Lifeguard, "How to Say Deisar," Ripped and Torn, Matador, 2025 Wilson Pickett, "Hey Joe," Right On, Atlantic, 1970 Jimi Hendrix, "Hey Joe," Are You Experienced, Polydor, 1967 Tim Rose, "Hey Joe," Live on Later With Jools Holland, NA, 1997 The Byrds, "Hey Joe (Where You Gonna Go)," Mr. Tambourine Man, Columbia, 1965 Lee Moses, "Hey Joe," Time and Place, Maple, 1971 The Leaves, "Hey Joe," Hey Joe, Mira, 1966 Patti Smith, "Hey Joe (Version)," Hey Joe (Version) / Piss Factory, Mer, 1974 Charlotte Gainsbourg, "Hey Joe," Nymphomaniac (soundtrack), Zentropa, 2014 Body Count, "Hey Joe," Born Dead, Virgin, 1994 Roy Buchanan, "Hey Joe," That's What I Am Here For, Polydor, 1973 Spirit, "Hey Joe," Spirit of '76, Mercury, 1975 Golden Cups, "Hey Joe," The Golden Cups Album, Capitol, 1968 Bruce Springstreen, "Dancing in the Dark," Born in the U.S.A., Columbia, 1984 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 27

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to the latin jazz legend Eddie Palmieri, who died on August 6th, 2025, at the age of 88. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 22

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with journalist and environmentalist Bill McKibben about solar power and music, as well as the upcoming activism event “Sun Day.” They also share some of their favorite songs about the sun. 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, "Here Comes The Sun," Abbey Road, Apple, 1969 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Nina Simone, "Here Comes The Sun," Here Comes the Sun, RCA Victor, 1971 Bill Withers, "Ain't No Sunshine," Just As I Am, Sussex, 1971 The Vaselines, "Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam," Dying for It EP, 53rd & 3rd, 1988 The Polyphonic Spree, "It's the Sun," The Beginning Stages of..., Hollywood, 2000 Yes, "Heart of the Sunrise," Fragile, Atlantic, 1971 Eleanor Friedberger, "Stare at the Sun," Personal Record, Merge, 2013 Pink Floyd, "Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun," A Saucerful of Secrets, Columbia, 1968 Boney M., "Sunny," Take the Heat off Me, Atlantic, 1976 Swirlies, "Sunn," They Spent Their Wild Youthful Days In The Glittering World Of The Salons, Taang!, 1996 Captain Beefheart and His Magic Band, "Sun Zoom Spark," Clear Spot, Reprise, 1972 The Kinks, "Waterloo Sunset," Something Else By The Kinks, Pye, 1967 Pedro The Lion, "Indian Summer," Control, Jade Tree, 2002 Common and Pete Rock, "When The Sun Shines Again," The Auditorium Vol. 1, Loma Vista, 2024 Stevie Wonder, "You Are the Sunshine of My Life," Talking Book, Motown, 1972 The Jimi Hendrix Experience, "Hey Joe," Are You Experienced?, Reprise, 1967 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 20

In this bonus episode, Jim brings to light an overlooked collaboration between two of his and Greg's favorite musicians. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 15

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome singer-songwriter Valerie June to the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub for a live interview and performance. The hosts also review the new album from hip hop veterans, Clipse. 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: Valerie June, "Astral Plane," The Order of Time, Concord, 2017 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Clipse, "Ace Trumpets," Let God Sort Em Out, Roc Nation, 2025 Clipse, "The Birds Don't Sing," Let God Sort Em Out, Roc Nation, 2025 Clipse, "All Things Considered," Let God Sort Em Out, Roc Nation, 2025 Clipse, "So Be It," Let God Sort Em Out, Roc Nation, 2025 Valerie June, "All I Really Wanna Do (Live on Sound Opinions)," Owls, Omens and Oracles, Concord, 2025 Valerie June, "Joy Joy!," Owls, Omens and Oracles, Concord, 2025 Valerie June, "The Life I Used To Live (Live on Sound Opinions)," unreleased, NA, 2025 Valerie June, "Love Me Any Old Way (Live on Sound Opinions)," Owls, Omens and Oracles, Concord, 2025 The Beatles, "Here Comes The Sun," Abbey Road, Apple, 1969 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 13

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a song he recently heard from the performer of a one-man show paying tribute to a long-gone soul singer. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 8

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their deep dive into OutKast's classic album Stankonia for its 25th anniversary. The hosts also review new music from Wet Leg and Pulp. 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: OutKast, "B.O.B.," Stankonia, LaFace and Arista, 2000 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Wet Leg, "catch these fists," Moisturizer, Domino, 2025 Wet Leg, "CPR," Moisturizer, Domino, 2025 Wet Leg, "mangetout," Moisturizer, Domino, 2025 Wet Leg, "davina mccall," Moisturizer, Domino, 2025 Wet Leg, "u and me at home," Moisturizer, Domino, 2025 Pulp, "Spike Island," More., Rough Trade, 2025 Pulp, "Got to Have Love," More., Rough Trade, 2025 OutKast, "Stankonia (Stanklove) (featuring Big Rube and Sleepy Brown)," Stankonia, LaFace and Arista, 2000 OutKast, "Humble Mumble (featuring Erykah Badu)," Stankonia, LaFace and Arista, 2000 OutKast, "Player's Ball," A LaFace Family Christmas, LaFace and Arista, 1993 OutKast, "ATLiens," ATLiens, LaFace and Arista, 1996 OutKast, "Rosa Parks," Aquemini, LaFace and Arista, 1999 Outkast, "Ms. Jackson," Stankonia, LaFace and Arista, 2000 TLC, "What About Your Friends (Extended Mix)," What About Your Friends (Remixes), LaFace, 1992 Funkadelic, "Hit It And Quit It," Maggot Brain, Westbound, 1971 KRS-One, "Sound of da Police," Return of the Boom Bap, Jive, 1993 OutKast, "SpottieOttieDopaliscious," Aquemini, LaFace and Arista, 1999 OutKast, "So Fresh, So Clean," Stankonia, LaFace and Arista, 2000 Joe Simon, "Before The Night Is Over," Easy To Love, Spring, 1977 OutKast, "Toilet Tisha," Stankonia, LaFace and Arista, 2000 Kendrick Lamar, "King Kunta," To Pimp a Butterfly, Top Dawg, 2015 Anderson .Paak, "Come Down," Malibu, Empire, 2016 Janelle Monáe, "Tightrope (featuring Big Boi)," The ArchAndroid, Bad Boy, 2010 Frank Ocean, "Pink Matter (featuring André 3000)," channel ORANGE, Def Jam, 2012 Beyoncé, "All Night," Lemonade, Columbia, 2016 Run the Jewels, "Run the Jewels," Run the Jewels, Fool's Gold, 2013 Valerie June, "Astral Plane," The Order of Time, Concord, 2017 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 6

In this bonus episode, Jim pops a quarter into the desert island jukebox and plays a track that blends yé-yé pop with Motown groove. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 1

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview a band that put out one of their favorite albums of the year so far, Horsegirl. They talk with the rock trio about meeting as kids in the Chicago music scene, college and their vast music knowledge. Jim and Greg also pay tribute to the late “Prince of Darkness,” Ozzy Osbourne. 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: Horsegirl, "Switch Over," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Black Sabbath, "The Wizard," Black Sabbath, Vertigo, 1970 Black Sabbath, "War Pigs," Paranoid, Vertigo, 1970 Ozzy Osbourne, "Crazy Train," Blizzard of Ozz, Jet, 1980 Horsegirl, "Where'd You Go," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Horsegirl, "In Twos," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Horsegirl, "Frontrunner," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Horsegirl, "2468," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Horsegirl, "Billy," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022 Horsegirl, "Julie," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Horsegirl, "Information Content," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Brian Eno, "Needles In the Camel's Eye," Here Come the Warm Jets, Island, 1974 Stereolab, "Miss Modular," Dots and Loops, Elektra, 1997 John Cale, "Emily," Fear, Island, 1974 Horsegirl, "I Can't Stand To See You," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Outkast, "So Fresh, So Clean," Stankonia, LaFace and Arista, 2000 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 30

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a song by an artist he hadn’t seen live in years, until a recent show at the Old Town School of Folk Music. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 25

In this bonus episode, Jim, Greg, and Andrew pay tribute to the late great Ozzy Osbourne, who died on July 22, 2025, at the age of 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 25

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview Swamp Dogg, the psychedelic soul artist born Jerry Williams. He has a documentary about his life out now called "Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted." The hosts also review the new album from Lorde. 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: Swamp Dogg, "Synthetic World," Total Destruction to Your Mind, Canyon, 1970 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Lorde, "What Was That," Virgin, Republic, 2025 Lorde, "Hammer," Virgin, Republic, 2025 Lorde, "Man Of The Year," Virgin, Republic, 2025 Lorde, "If She Could See Me Now," Virgin, Republic, 2025 Swamp Dogg, "Total Destruction to Your Mind," Total Destruction to Your Mind, Canyon, 1970 Red Foley, "There'll Be Peace In The Valley For Me," There'll Be Peace In The Valley For Me (Single), Decca, 1956 Little Jerry Williams, "I'm The Lover Man," I'm The Lover Man (Single), Southern Sound, 1964 Doris Duke, "To The Other Woman ," I'm A Loser, Canyon, 1970 Doris Duke, "Ghost of Myself," I'm A Loser, Canyon, 1970 Swamp Dogg, "Eat The Goose (Before The Goose Eats You)," Swamp Dogg's Greatest Hits?, Stone Dogg, 1976 Swamp Dogg, "God Bless America For What," Rat On!, Elektra, 1971 Swamp Dogg, "Sam Stone," Cuffed, Collared & Tagged, Cream, 1972 Swamp Dogg, "Please Let Me Go Round Again," Sorry You Couldn't Make It, Joyful Noise, 2020 Louis Jordan, "Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens," Saturday Nite Fish Fry (Single), Tangerine, 1964 Horsegirl, "Frontrunner," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 23

In this bonus episode, Greg salutes the father of zydeco, an artist whose influence reaches far beyond the bayou. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 18

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share new music they're digging that flies under the mainstream radar, buried treasures! They also hear buried treasure picks from the 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: Minot, "Russian Girl," And You're Not, Crush Grove, 2025 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Ex-Bombers, "He's a Bad, Bad Man," He's a Bad, Bad Man (Single), Cavetone, 2025 St. Divine, "Swallow," Swallow (Single), Reel, 2024 Faetooth, "Death of Day," Death of Day (Single), self-released, 2025 Galactic and Irma Thomas, "Where I Belong," Audience With the Queen, Thirty Tigers, 2025 Secret Menu, "Bullet to Bite," Bullet to Bite (Single), Red Shed, 2025 After, "300 dreams," 300 dreams (Single), Ultraworld, 2025 Pile, "Born at Night," Sunshine and Balance Beams, Sooper, 2025 The Chelsea Curve, "Hey Sah-Lo-Ney," All The Things (And More), Rum Bar, 2025 Chris Stamey, "Anything is Possible," Anything is Possible, Label 51, 2025 Jesse Welles, "Philanthropist," Pilgrim, Self-released, 2025 Thank, "Do It Badly," I Have A Physical Body That Can Be Harmed, Bg Scary Monsters, 2024 Bad Moves, "Hallelujah," Wearing Out The Refrain, Don Giovanni, 2024 Dylan Flynn and the Dead Poets, "the story after they're gone," the story after they're gone, Bitdepth, 2024 The Darling Range, "Where to Begin," Half-Remembering, Lighthouse Beach, 2025 Slomosa, "Battling Guns," Tundra Rock, Stickman, 2024 Kaput, "Sucker," I, Too Pure, 2025 Stefan Wesolowski, "Peak," Song of the Night Mists, Tin Angel, 2025 Swamp Dogg, "Total Destruction to Your Mind," Total Destruction to Your Mind, Canyon, 1970 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 16

In this bonus episode, Jim adds an obscure avant-garde composition to the Desert Island Jukebox that features a brass band, a children’s choir and helium. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 11

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter of The Roots about his memoir. The hosts also review the new album from Turnstile. 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: Danger Mouse and Black Thought, "Sometimes," Cheat Codes, BMG, 2022 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Turnstile, "Never Enough," Never Enough, Roadrunner, 2025 Turnstile, "Sole," Never Enough, Roadrunner, 2025 Turnstile, "I Care," Never Enough, Roadrunner, 2025 Turnstile, "Seein' Stars," Never Enough, Roadrunner, 2025 Turnstile, "Sunshower," Never Enough, Roadrunner, 2025 Turnstile, "Dreaming," Never Enough, Roadrunner, 2025 The Roots, "The Next Movement (feat. DJ Jazzy Jeff & Jazzyfatnastees)," Things Fall Apart, MCA, 1999 The Roots, "The Roots is Comin'," Organix!, Self-Released, 1993 Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, "The Message," The Message, Sugar Hill, 1982 Run-DMC, "My Adidas," Raising Hell, Profile, 1986 El Michels Affair & Black Thought, "Protocol (feat. Son Little)," Glorious Game, Big Crown, 2023 George Benson, "Give Me The Night," Give Me The Night, Qwest, 1980 The Jacksons, "We Can Change The World," Victory, Epic, 1984 Gene Chandler, "Duke of Earl," Duke of Earl (Single), Vee-Jay, 1961 After, "300 dreams," 300 dreams (Single), Ultraworld, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 9

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a pair of songs by guitarist Mick Ralphs who helped define two legendary bands, Bad Company and Mott the Hoople. Ralphs died on June 23, 2025, at age 81, and his playing remains the standard in serving the song—whether through raw power or subtle restraint. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 4

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Local H founder Scott Lucas about the band and their new documentary, Lifers. Plus, the hosts review new albums from Stereolab and Mclusky. 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: Local H, "Bound for the Floor," As Good as Dead, Island, 1996 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Stereolab, "Aerial Troubles," Instant Holograms on Metal Film, Warp, 2025 Stereolab, "Electrified Teenybop!," Instant Holograms on Metal Film, Warp, 2025 Stereolab, "Transmuted Matter," Instant Holograms on Metal Film, Warp, 2025 Mclusky, "The Unpopular Parts of The Pig," The World Is Still Here and So Are We, Ipecac, 2025 Mclusky, "The Digger You Deep," The World Is Still Here and So Are We, Ipecac, 2025 Mclusky, "People Person," The World Is Still Here and So Are We, Ipecac, 2025 Local H, "Chicago Fanphair '93," Ham Fisted, Island, 1995 Local H, "Eddie Vedder," As Good as Dead, Island, 1996 Local H, "High-Fiving MF," As Good as Dead, Island, 1996 Local H, "All the Kids Are Right," Pack Up the Cats, Island, 1998 Local H, "Everyone Alive," Whatever Happened to P.J. Soles?, Studio E, 2004 Local H, "The Misanthrope," Hey, Killer, G&P, 2015 Local H, "Turn the Bow," Lifers, AntiFragile Music, 2020 Local H, "2112 Overture / The Temples of Syrinx" (Rush cover)," The Another February EP, Slimstyle, 2013 Local H, "How's The Weather Down There," Whatever Happened to P.J. Soles?, Studio E, 2004 Local H, "Nothing Special," As Good as Dead, Island, 1996 Local H, "P.J. Soles," Whatever Happened to P.J. Soles?, Studio E, 2004 The Roots, "You Got Me (feat. Erykah Badu & Eve)," Things Fall Apart, MCA, 1999 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 2

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a song that confronts a historic tragedy and pays tribute, by name, to the 29 men who died. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 27

The year is almost halfway over, and there have already been so many incredible new releases. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their best albums of 2025 so far. Plus, they'll hear picks from the 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: Viagra Boys, "Man Made of Meat," Viagr Aboys, Shrimptech Enterprises, 2025 Tune-Yards, "Sanctuary," Better Dreaming, 4AD, 2025 Sex Scenes, "I'm Not Your T.V.," Everything Makes Me Sick, Big Neck, 2025 Jetstream Pony, "Bubblegum Nothingness," Bowerbirds and Blue Things, Spinout Nuggets, 2025 Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs, "Toecurler," Death Hilarious, Rocket, 2025 Pneu, "Egyptocratie Numéraire," Get Old Or Die Tryin, Head, 2025 Lucy Dacus, "Big Deal," Forever is a Feeling, Geffen, 2025 Trupa Trupa, "Sister Ray," Mourners, Glitterbeat, 2025 Lambrini Girls, "Special Different," Who Let the Dogs Out, City Slang, 2025 YHWH Nailgun, "Pain Fountain," 45 Pounds, AD 93, 2025 Lady Gaga, "Abracadabra," Mayhem, Interscope, 2025 Viagra Boys, "Bog Body," Viagr Aboys, Shrimptech Enterprises, 2025 FKA Twigs, "Room of Fools," Eusexua, Atlantic, 2025 mckusky, "autofocus on the prime directive," the world is still here and so are we, Ipecac, 2025 Horsegirl, "Switch Over," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Local H, "Bound for the Floor," As Good as Dead, Island, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 25

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg speak with the winners of the third annual Sound Opinions Songwriting Prize. These Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation. Sarai Cheek - Static Line Maddy Mastrine - Give Me the Flask Alicia Maka - This Too Shall Pass -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 20

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late musical genius Brian Wilson, who died at age 82. They’ll discuss Wilson’s transcendent music, including doing a deep dive on his masterpiece, Pet Sounds. 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 Beach Boys, "I Just Wasn't Made For These Times," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Beach Boys, "In My Room," Surfer Girl, Capitol, 1963 The Beach Boys, "Lonely Sea," Surfin' USA, Capitol, 1963 The Beach Boys, "Don't Worry Baby," Shut Down Volume 2, Capitol, 1964 The Beach Boys, "Surf's Up," Surf's Up, Brother/Reprise, 1971 The Beach Boys, "Still I Dream of It (Original Home Demo, 1976)," Good Vibrations: Thirty Years of the Beach Boys, Capitol, 1993 The Beach Boys, "Sloop John B," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Four Freshman, "I Remember You," Four Freshmen and 5 Trombones, Capitol, 1955 The Gamblers, "LSD-25," Moon Dawg!/LSD-25, World Pacific, 1960 The Beach Boys, "I'm Waiting for the Day," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "Don't Talk (Put Your Head on My Shoulder)," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "Let's Go Away for Awhile," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "Caroline No," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "You Still Believe in Me," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "Pet Sounds," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "Hang On to Your Ego," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "That's Not Me," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "God Only Knows," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beach Boys, "Little Deuce Coupe," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966 The Beatles, "Nowhere Man," Rubber Soul, Parlophone, 1965 The Beatles, "She's Leaving Home," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Horsegirl, "2468," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 18

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg speak with the winners of the second annual Sound Opinions Photo Prize. These Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation. Nyla Lawson's Portfolio -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 13

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late Sly Stone. They review Sly Stone's documentary and memoir, revisit an interview with Family Stone members Jerry Martini and Cynthia Robinson and share some of their favorite tracks from Sly. -- 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: Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)," Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) (Single), Epic, 1969 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Stewart Four, "On The Battlefield," (Single), Church of God in Christ, 1952 Sly and the Family Stone, "Plastic Jim," Life, , Sly and the Family Stone, "Dance To The Music," Dance To The Music, Epic, 1968 Sly and the Family Stone, "I Ain't Got Nobody (For Real)," Dance To The Music, Epic, 1968 Sly and the Family Stone, "Advice," A Whole New Thing, Epic, 1967 Sly and the Family Stone, "I Hate To Love Her," A Whole New Thing, Epic, 1967 Ike and Tina Turner, "Bold Soul Sister," The Hunter, Blue Thumb, 1969 The Roots, "Star/Pointro," The Tipping Point, Geffen, 2004 Bobby Freeman, "C'mon and Swim," C'mon and Swim (Single), Autumn, 1964 Sly and the Family Stone, "Family Affair," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "Hot Fun in the Summertime," Hot Fun in the Summertime (Single), Epic, 1969 Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You For Talking To Me Africa," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "Brave and Strong," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "You Can Make It If You Try (Live)," Stand!, Epic, 1969 Sly and the Family Stone, "We Love All," Dance To The Music (2007 version), Epic, 1968 Sly and the Family Stone, "Color Me True," Dance To The Music (Single), Epic, 1968 FKA Twigs, "Eusexua," Eusexua, Atlantic, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 11

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg speak with the winners of the fourth annual Sound Opinions Writing Prize. These Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation. Amy Fisher Rosalie Gengras Zink -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 6

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with writer Kyle Ryan about his Substack, Band Name Bureau. They explore the overlap between good music and poorly named bands. A selection of examples are discussed and 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: Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs, "GNT," King of Cowards, Rocket, 2018 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Screeching Weasel, "Cool Kids," Bark Like A Dog, Fat Wreck Chords, 1996 OMBIIGIZI, "Connecting," Shame, Arts & Crafts, 2024 Winona Fighter, "I'm In The Market To Please No One," My Apologies to the Chef, Rise, 2025 Bikini Trill, "Pushing Daisies," (Single), Ineffable, 2024 Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, "I Used To Be Fun," I Love You, Domestic La La, 2023 Fartbarf, "Simple Planet," (Single), Sweatband, 2020 Ned's Atomic Dustbin, "Gray Cell Green," God Fodder, Columbia, 1991 Ass Ponys, "Kung Fu Reference," Lohio, Checkered Past, 2001 Butthole Surfers, "The Hurdy Gurdy Man," (Single), Rough Trade, 1990 Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs, "Glib Tongued," Death Hilarious, Missing Piece, 2025 Electronic, "Getting Away With It," (Single), Factory, 1989 Local H, "Bound For The Floor," As Good As Dead, Island, 1996 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 4

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox—one that came back to him after watching the Brazilian film "I'm Still Here". Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc oin 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 30

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late singer-songwriter Jill Sobule. They revisit their 2009 conversation with Jill where they discuss her music and being a pioneer for crowdfunding art. They also review the new music from Shamir, Pelican and tUnE-yArDs. 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: Jill Sobule, "Supermodel," Jill Sobule, Lava, 1995 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Tune-Yards, "Heartbreak," Better Dreaming, 4AD, 2025 Tune-Yards, "Limelight," Better Dreaming, 4AD, 2025 Tune-Yards, "See You There," Better Dreaming, 4AD, 2025 Tune-Yards, "Never Look Back," Better Dreaming, 4AD, 2025 Tune-Yards, "Sanctuary," Better Dreaming, 4AD, 2025 Pelican, "Evergreen," Flickering Resonance, Run for Cover, 2025 Pelican, "Flickering Stillness," Flickering Resonance, Run for Cover, 2025 Pelican, "Pining For Ever," Flickering Resonance, Run for Cover, 2025 Pelican, "Cascading Crescent," Flickering Resonance, Run for Cover, 2025 Pelican, "Indelible," Flickering Resonance, Run for Cover, 2025 Shamir, "Neverwannago," Ten, Kill Rock Stars, 2025 Shamir, "Recording 291," Ten, Kill Rock Stars, 2025 Shamir, "Pin," Ten, Kill Rock Stars, 2025 Jill Sobule, "I Kissed a Girl," Jill Sobule, Lava, 1995 Jill Sobule, "Palm Springs (Live on Sound Opinions)," California Years, MRI, 2009 Jill Sobule, "San Francisco," California Years, MRI, 2009 Katy Perry, "I Kissed a Girl," One of the Boys, Capitol, 2008 Jill Sobule, "Nothing to Prove (Live on Sound Opinions)," California Years, MRI, 2009 Jill Sobule, "Wendell Lee (Live on Sound Opinions)," California Years, MRI, 2009 Diarrhea Planet, "Separations," I'm Rich Beyond Your Wildest Dreams, Infinite Cat, 2013 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 28

Following our tributes to David Thomas and Peter Laughner of Pere Ubu, Jims rounds out the trilogy with a song by another of the band's members. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc oin 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 27

Each week, music writer John Spong talks to one notable Willie Nelson fan about one Willie song that they love, leading to highly personal looks at the life, art, and legend of a genuine American folk hero. Listen here. New Yorker music critic Amanda Petrusich looks at the other big hit off Willie and Merle Haggard’s classic 1983 Pancho & Lefty album, “Reasons to Quit.” It’s a classic Haggard drinking song, but a little more pensive than most, and Amanda reframes it—and really, all of Pancho & Lefty —as an example of what she calls the Outlaw’s Conundrum, i.e. what’s an old rebel to do when the time comes to settle down? Then we get into the all-star band that backed Willie and Merle on the record and, in a particularly insightful interlude, the specific ways sad songs can help people when life feels like too much to bear. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 23

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot speak with Jenny Toomey and Kristin Thomson, founders of the '90s indie rock band Tsunami and key figures of the D.C. punk scene. The hosts also review the new collaborative album from Julien Baker & Torres. 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: Tsunami, "In a Name," Deep End, Simple Machines, 1993 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Julien Baker & Torres, "Sugar in the Tank," Send a Prayer My Way, Matador, 2025 Julien Baker & Torres, "Tuesday," Send a Prayer My Way, Matador, 2025 Julien Baker & Torres, "Tape Runs Out," Send a Prayer My Way, Matador, 2025 Tsunami, "David Foster Wallace," A Brilliant Mistake, Simple Machines, 1997 Tsunami, "Newspaper," World Tour & Other Destinations, Simple Machines, 1995 Tsunami, "Punk Means Cuddle," World Tour & Other Destinations, Simple Machines, 1995 Tsunami, "Water's Edge," Deep End, Simple Machines, 1993 Tsunami, "Be Like That," The Heart's Tremolo, Simple Machines, 1994 Tsunami, "Loud is as Loud Does," The Heart's Tremolo, Simple Machines, 1994 Tsunami, "The Workers Are Punished," A Brilliant Mistake, Simple Machines, 1997 Tsunami, "Slugger," Deep End, Simple Machines, 1993 Jill Sobule, "Supermodel," Jill Sobule, Lava, 1995 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 21

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a track by an artist who was long overdue for their recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 16

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Cary Baker about the musical tradition of street performance, also known as busking. The hosts also review the solo album from TV On The Radio lead singer Tunde Adebimpe and hear feedback from listeners on recent episodes. 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: Arvella Gray, "John Henry," I Blueskvarter Chicago 1964, Volume Two, Jefferson, 2000 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Tunde Adebimpe, "Magnetic," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025 Tunde Adebimpe, "Ate The Moon," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025 Tunde Adebimpe, "Pinstack," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025 Tunde Adebimpe, "Drop," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025 Tunde Adebimpe, "Blue," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025 Tunde Adebimpe, "Somebody New," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025 Tunde Adebimpe, "ILY," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025 Tracy Chapman, "Stand By Me (Live At The Late Show With David Letterman)," Greatest Hits, Elektra, 2015 Moondog, "Nocturne Suite Part 1," On The Streets of New York, Mississippi, 2019 Cortelia Clark, "Bye, Bye, Love," Blues in the Street, RCA, 1966 George Coleman, "Innocent Little Doggy," Bongo Joe, Arhoolie, 1969 Fantastic Negrito, "Nobody Makes Money," Fantastic Negrito EP, Blackball Universe, 2014 Violent Femmes, "Blister In The Sun," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983 Ted Hawkins, "Strange Conversation," The Next Hundred Years, Geffen, 1994 Mary Lou Lord, "St. Swithin's Day," Real, Deep Music, 1993 Lucinda Williams, "Ramblin' On My Mind," Ramblin' on My Mind, Folkways, 1979 Dom Flemons, "Charmin Betsy," Black Cowboys, Smithsonian Folkways, 2018 Emmylou Harris, "Crescent City," Cowgirl's Prayer, Asylum, 1993 Stan Rogers, "Barrett's Privateers," Fogarty's Cove, Barn Swallow, 1977 Tsunami, "In A Name," Deep End, Simple Machines, 1992 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 14

Following our tribute to David Thomas, Jim reflects on another Pere Ubu and Rocket from the Tombs member lost too early, and pays tribute with a Desert Island Jukebox selection. 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 9

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late singer, songwriter and musician David Thomas. They do a deep dive on his career and life, discussing his music with Pere Ubu and Rocket from the Tombs. 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: Pere Ubu, "Non-Alignment Pact," The Modern Dance, Plan 9, 1978 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Pere Ubu, "Babylonian Warehouses (Live on Sound Opinions)," Why I Hate Women, Smog Veil, 2006 Dead Boys, "Ain't It Fun," We Have Come for Your Children, Sire, 1978 Pere Ubu, "30 Seconds Over Tokyo," 30 Seconds Over Tokyo (Single), Hearthan, 1975 Dead Boys, "Sonic Reducer," Young, Loud and Snotty, Sire, 1977 Rocket from the Tombs, "Amphetamine (Live)," The Day the Earth Met Rocket from the Tombs (Live From Punk Ground Zero, Cleveland 1975), Smog Veil, 2002 Pere Ubu, "Laughing," The Modern Dance, Blank, 1978 Pere Ubu, "Humor Me," The Modern Dance, Blank, 1978 Pere Ubu, "Dub Housing," Dub Housing, Chysalis, 1978 Pere Ubu, "Caligari's Mirror," Dub Housing, Chysalis, 1978 Pere Ubu, "(Pa) Ubu Dance Party," Dub Housing, Chysalis, 1978 Pere Ubu, "Navvy," Dub Housing, Chysalis, 1978 Pere Ubu, "Waiting For Mary," Cloudland, Fontana, 1989 Pere Ubu, "George Had a Hat," The Tenement Year, Enigma, 1988 Rocket from the Tombs, "Sonic Reducer," The Day the Earth Met Rocket from the Tombs (Live From Punk Ground Zero, Cleveland 1975), Smog Veil, 2002 Pere Ubu, "Caroleen (Live on Sound Opinions)," Why I Hate Women, Smog Veil, 2006 Arvella Gray, "John Henry," I Blueskvarter Chicago 1964, Volume Two, Jefferson, 2000 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 7

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a track he discovered from the long-running Brown Acid stoner rock compilation series—a labor of love from Permanent Records and Riding Easy Records. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 2

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share new music they're digging that flies under the mainstream radar, buried treasures! They also hear buried treasure picks from the 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: Daisychain, "G-String," G-String (Single), self-released, 2025 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Obongjayar, "Not in Surrender," Paradise Now, September, 2025 Sex Scenes, "Want & Need," Want & Need (Single), Big Neck, 2025 TAKAAT, "Amidinin," Is Noise, Vol. 1, Purplish, 2025 GoGo Penguin, "Fallowfield Loops," Necessary Fictions, XXIM, 2025 Propagandhi, "At Peace," At Peace, Epitaph, 2025 Jim Nothing, "Raleigh Arena," Grey Eyes, Grey Lynn, Meritorio, 2024 Point Mort, "The Bent Neck Lady," The Bent Neck Lady (Single), Almost Famous, 2025 Sombr, "undressed," undressed (Single), Warner, 2025 Bnny, "Good Stuff," One Million Love Songs, Fire Talk, 2024 Ben Kweller, "Dollar Store (feat. Waxahatchee)," Dollar Store (feat. Waxahatchee) (Single), The Noise Company, 2025 Cameron Winter, "Love Takes Miles," Heavy Metal, Partisan, 2024 Shishi, "Can't Stop Believing," FAQ - EP, Birthday Cake, 2025 Barry Can't Swim, "Different," Different (Single), Ninja Tune, 2025 Poor Creature, "The Whole Town Knows," The Whole Town Knows (Single), River Lea, 2025 PyPy, "Erase," Sacred Times, Goner, 2024 Daisychain, "Waste Your Time," Waste Your Time (Single), self-released, 2025 Pere Ubu, "Non-Alignment Pact," The Modern Dance, Plan 9, 1978 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 30

Thanks to a couple of listener, Jim realizes he credited the wrong orchestra on a recent show. But the mistake sparks a deeper appreciation for the band he mentioned by accident, and he adds one of their songs 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 25

Musicians like Emmylou Harris, Rosanne Cash, Guy Clark and others changed the scope of country music forever. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Geoffrey Himes about the artists of the movement he calls “in-law country.” They also 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: Emmylou Harris, "Born to Run," Cimarron, Warner Bros. Nashville, 1981 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Rosanne Cash, "Seven Year Ache," Seven Year Ache, Columbia, 1981 Rosanne Cash, "My Baby Thinks He's A Train," Seven Year Ache, Columbia, 1981 The Flying Burrito Brothers, "Six Days on the Road," Last of the Red Hot Burritos, A&M, 1972 Emmylou Harris, "Luxury Liner," Luxury Liner, Warner Bros. Nashville, 1976 The Byrds, "You Ain't Goin' Nowhere," Sweetheart of the Rodeo, Columbia, 1968 The Byrds, "Time Between," Younger Than Yesterday, Columbia, 1967 Emmylou Harris, "If I Could Only Win Your Love," Pieces of the Sky, Reprise, 1975 Rodney Crowell, "I Couldn't Leave You If I Tried," Diamonds & Dirt, Columbia, 1988 Emmylou Harris, "Two More Bottles of Wine," Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town, Warner Bros. Nashville, 1978 Emmylou Harris, "Pancho and Lefty," Luxury Liner, Warner Bros. Nashville, 1976 Emmylou Harris, "Till I Gain Control Again," Elite Hotel, Reprise, 1975 Ricky Skaggs, "Heartbroke," Highways & Heartaches, Epic, 1982 Guy Clark, "L.A. Freeway," Old No. 1, RCA, 1975 Liquid Mike, "Drinking and Driving," Paul Bunyan's Slingshot, Temporal, 2024 TAE & The Neighborly, "We Can Be," Self Help, smooth bean, 2024 David Grisman and Jerry Garcia, "Whiskey In the Jar," Shady Grove, Acoustic Disc, 1996 Graham Nash, "Chicago / We Can Change the World," Songs for Beginners, Atlantic, 1971 Bnny, "Good Stuff," One Million Love Songs, Fire Talk, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 23

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a song by an 80s synth-pop band that set themselves apart with their great sense of humor. 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 18

As spring is springing, the volume of new albums coming out is hard to keep up with. This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig out from “music mountain” by reviewing new albums from Lucy Dacus, Saba and No ID, Mekons and Perfume Genius. They also pay tribute to Clem Burke of Blondie and Dave Allen of Gang of Four. 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: Lucy Dacus, "Ankles," Forever is a Feeling, Geffen, 2025 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Blondie, "Heart Of Glass," Parallel Lines, Chrysalis, 1979 Blondie, "Atomic," Eat to the Beat, Chrysalis, 1980 Blondie, "Call Me," American Gigolo, Chrysalis, 1980 Gang of Four, "Ether," Entertainment!, EMI, 1979 Gang of Four, "Damaged Goods," Entertainment!, EMI, 1979 Lucy Dacus, "For Keeps," Forever is a Feeling, Geffen, 2025 Lucy Dacus, "Most Wanted Man," Forever is a Feeling, Geffen, 2025 Lucy Dacus, "Lost Time," Forever is a Feeling, Geffen, 2025 Saba and No I.D., "head.rap (ft. Madison McFerrin, Ogi & Jordan Ward)," From the Private Collection of Saba and No I.D., From the Private Collection of Saba and No I.D., 2025 Saba and No I.D., "Every Painting Has a Price (feat. Eryn Allen Kane & BJ Chicago Kid)," From the Private Collection of Saba and No I.D., From the Private Collection of Saba and No I.D., 2025 Saba and No I.D., "Breakdown," From the Private Collection of Saba and No I.D., From the Private Collection of Saba and No I.D., 2025 Saba and No I.D., "How to Impress God," From the Private Collection of Saba and No I.D., From the Private Collection of Saba and No I.D., 2025 Perfume Genius, "Clean Heart," Glory, Matador, 2025 Perfume Genius, "No Front Teeth (feat. Aldous Harding)," Glory, Matador, 2025 Perfume Genius, "Left For Tomorrow," Glory, Matador, 2025 Perfume Genius, "Full On," Glory, Matador, 2025 Mekons, "Mudcrawlers," Horror, Fire, 2025 Mekons, "You're Not Singing Anymore," Horror, Fire, 2025 Mekons, "Private Defense Contractor," Horror, Fire, 2025 Mekons, "The Western Design," Horror, Fire, 2025 Mekons, "War Economy," Horror, Fire, 2025 Mekons, "Sad and Sad and Sad," Horror, Fire, 2025 Rosanne Cash, "Seven Year Ache," Seven Year Ache, Columbia, 1981 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 16

In this bonus episode, Jim attempts to redeem a song from German singer Nina Hagen's 1982 album NunSexMonkRock, which Rolling Stone famously dubbed the "most unlistenable" album ever made. 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 11

This year marks the 25th anniversary of socially conscious rapper Common's pivotal album Like Water for Chocolate. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Like Water for Chocolate including an interview with Common from the year 2000. 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: Common, "Time Travelin' (A Tribute to Fela)," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Take it EZ," Can I Borrow a Dollar?, Relativity, 1992 Common, "I Used to Love H.E.R.," Resurrection, Relativity, 1994 Common, "Brown Sugar," Brown Sugar, EMI, 1995 Common, "Funky for You," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "A Song for Assata," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Payback is a Grandmother," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "The Light," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "The 6th Sense," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Thelonius," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Geto Heaven Remix T.S.O.I," Like Water for Chocolate (Alternate Edition), MCA, 2001 Common, "A Film Called (Pimp)," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Kendrick Lamar, "Institutionalized," To Pimp a Butterfly, Interscope, 2015 New York Dolls, "Looking For a Kiss," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 Delivery, "The New Alphabet," Force Majeure, Heavenly, 2025 Delivery, "Deadlines," Force Majeure, Heavenly, 2025 Lucy Dacus, "Ankles," Forever is a Feeling, Geffen, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 9

Jim and Greg continue their conversation with Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. They talk about performing in the Super Bowl Half Time show, working with Don Henley and Stevie Nicks and the future of the Heartbreakers. 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 4

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview guitarist and songwriter Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. They talk about his new autobiography, working with Bob Dylan and his continued love for music. 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: Tom Petty, "Runnin' Down a Dream," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Breakdown," Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Shelter, 1976 Johnny Cash, "Folsom Prison Blues," Johnny Cash with His Hot and Blue Guitar!, Sun, 1957 The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, "Born In Chicago," The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Elektra, 1965 Mudcrutch, "Scare Easy," Mudcrutch, Reprise, 2008 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Refugee," Damn the Torpedoes, Backstreet, 1979 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Here Comes My Girl," Damn the Torpedoes, Backstreet, 1979 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Don't Do Me Like That," Damn the Torpedoes, Backstreet, 1979 Tom Petty, "Free Fallin'," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Even the Losers," Damn the Torpedoes, Backstreet, 1979 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "A Woman In Love (It's Not Me)," Hard Promises, Backstreet, 1981 The Beatles, "Taxman," Revolver, Parlophone, 1966 Tom Petty, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "American Girl," Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Shelter, 1976 Common, "The Light," Like Water for Chocolate, MCA, 2000 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 2

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a track by one of the great, underrated bands on the Simple Machines record label. Don't miss out on this forgotten classic! 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/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 28

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Heather Augustyn about her book "Rude Girls: Women in Two Tone Ska and One Step Beyond." The hosts also review the new album by Throwing Muses. 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 Bodysnatchers, "Ruder Than You," Ruder Than You (Single), 2 Tone, 1980 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Throwing Muses, "Summer of Love," Moonlight Concessions, Fire, 2025 Throwing Muses, "South Coast," Moonlight Concessions, Fire, 2025 Throwing Muses, "Theremini," Moonlight Concessions, Fire, 2025 Throwing Muses, "Sally's Beauty," Moonlight Concessions, Fire, 2025 Rhoda with the Special A.K.A., "The Boiler," The Boiler (Single), 2 Tone, 1981 The Selecter, "On My Radio," On My Radio (Single), 2 Tone, 1979 The Bodysnatchers, "Easy Life," Easy Life (Single), 2 Tone, 1980 The Fun Boy Three with Bananarama, "It Ain't What You Do It's the Way That You Do It," Fun Boy Three, Chrysalis, 1982 The Fun Boy Three, "Our Lips Are Sealed," Waiting, Chrysalis, 1983 The Deltones, "Oddball Boy," Nana Choc Choc In Paris, Unicorn, 1989 The Lemons, "English Summer," English Summer (Single), Race, 1981 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 26

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Brian James, English punk rock guitarist and founding member of the Damned. James died on March 6th, 2025 at the age of 70. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 21

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot speak with author David Rowell about his new book, The Endless Refrain: Memory, Nostalgia, and the Threat to New Music. The hosts also review the new albums by Bartees Strange and Sasami. 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, 1967 Bartees Strange, "Sober," Horror, 4AD, 2025 Bartees Strange, "Wants Needs," Horror, 4AD, 2025 Bartees Strange, "Baltimore," Horror, 4AD, 2025 Bartees Strange, "17," Horror, 4AD, 2025 Bartees Strange, "Doomsday Buttercup," Horror, 4AD, 2025 Sasami, "Slugger," Blood On the Silver Screen, Domino, 2025 Sasami, "Love Makes You Do Crazy Things," Blood On the Silver Screen, Domino, 2025 Sasami, "The Seed," Blood On the Silver Screen, Domino, 2025 Sasami, "I'll Be Gone," Blood On the Silver Screen, Domino, 2025 Tom Petty, "You Don't Know How it Feels," Wildflowers, Warner, 1994 Kajagoogoo, "Too Shy," White Feathers, EMI, 1983 Journey, "Lights," Infinity, Columbia, 1978 The Rolling Stones, "Jumpin' Jack Flash," Single, Decca, 1968 Neil Young, "Tonight's the Night," Tonight's the Night, Reprise, 1975 Hüsker Dü, "Sorry Somehow," Candy Apple Grey, Warner, 1986 Men at Work, "Down Under," Business as Usual, Columbia, 1981 The Selecter, "On My Radio," On My Radio (Single), 2 Tone, 1979 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 19

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to the great American singer Roberta Flack who died on February 24, 2025 at the age of 88. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 14

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late, great David Johansen of the New York Dolls and solo career fame, covering as much of his remarkable body of work as they could fit into one episode. They also revisit their interview with David Johansen from 2001. 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: New York Dolls, "Trash," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 New York Dolls, "Personality Crisis," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 New York Dolls, "Jet Boy," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 New York Dolls, "Bad Girl (Blue Rock Studios Demo)," Lipstick Killers – The Mercer Street Sessions 1972, ROIR, 1982 New York Dolls, "Pills," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 New York Dolls, "Frankenstein," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 New York Dolls, "Looking For a Kiss," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 New York Dolls, "Bad Girl," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 New York Dolls, "Bad Detective," Too Much Too Soon, Mercury, 1974 New York Dolls, "Human Being," Too Much Too Soon, Mercury, 1974 David Johansen, "Frenchette (Live)," Live It Up, Blue Sky, 1982 Buster Poindexter, "Hot Hot Hot," Buster Poindexter, RCA, 1987 David Johansen, "James Alley Blues," David Johansen and the Harry Smiths, Chesky, 2000 Buster Poindexter, "Downtown Dream," Buster's Spanish Rocketship, PolyGram, 1997 New York Dolls, "Babylon," Too Much Too Soon, Mercury, 1974 David Johansen, "Heart of Gold," Here Comes the Night, Blue Sky, 1981 New York Dolls, "Lonely Planet Boy," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 Men at Work, "Who Can it Be Now?," Business as Usual, Columbia, 1981 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 12

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to the underappreciated hip-hop pioneer and neo soul singer Angie Stone who died on March 1, 2025 at the age of 63. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 7

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot review Sly Stone's documentary and memoir and revisit an interview with Family Stone members Jerry Martini and Cynthia Robinson. They also review the new album from Chicago indie rockers Horsegirl. 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: Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)," Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) (Single), Epic, 1969 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Horsegirl, "2468," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Horsegirl, "I Can't Stand To See You," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Horsegirl, "Information Content," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Horsegirl, "Where'd You Go?," Phonetics On and On, Matador, 2025 Sly and the Family Stone, "Dance To The Music," Dance To The Music, Epic, 1968 Sly and the Family Stone, "I Ain't Got Nobody (For Real)," Dance To The Music, Epic, 1968 Sly and the Family Stone, "Advice," A Whole New Thing, Epic, 1967 Sly and the Family Stone, "I Hate To Love Her," A Whole New Thing, Epic, 1967 Ike and Tina Turner, "Bold Soul Sister," The Hunter, Blue Thumb, 1969 The Roots, "Star/Pointro," The Tipping Point, Geffen, 2004 Bobby Freeman, "C'mon and Swim," C'mon and Swim (Single), Autumn, 1964 Sly and the Family Stone, "Family Affair," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "Hot Fun in the Summertime," Hot Fun in the Summertime (Single), Epic, 1969 Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You For Talking To Me Africa," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "Brave and Strong," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "You Can Make It If You Try (Live)," Stand!, Epic, 1969 Sly and the Family Stone, "We Love All," Dance To The Music (2007 version), Epic, 1968 Sly and the Family Stone, "Color Me True," Dance To The Music (Single), Epic, 1968 The Pogues, "The Sick Bed of Cuchulainn," Rum Sodomy & the Lash, MCA, 1985 The Ergs, "Stinking of Whiskey Blues," Upstairs/Downstairs, Dirtnap, 2007 New York Dolls, "Trash," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 5

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to little-known soul singer Brenton Wood who died on January 3, 2025 at the age of 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 28

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share new music they're digging that flies under the mainstream radar, buried treasures! They also pay tribute to singer-songwriter Jerry Butler. 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: girlpuppy, "Champ," Single, Captured Tracks, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Jerry Butler, "Only the Strong Survive," The Ice Man Cometh, Mercury, 1969 Jerry Butler and The Impressions, "For Your Precious Love," Single, Vee-Jay, 1958 Loveworms, "Heartbeat," Heartbeat, Antena Krzyku, 2025 Jetstream Pony, "Captain Palisade," Single, Spinout Nuggets, 2024 Meat Wave, "Dehydrated," Voicemail / Dehydrated, Self-Released, 2025 Maruja, "Break The Tension," Single, Music for Nations, 2024 Prism Shores, "Tourniquet!," Out From Underneath, Meritorio, 2025 Denison Witmer, "Making Love," Anything At All, Asthmatic Kitty, 2025 Psycho-O-Positive, "Mothra!," Single, Self Released, 2025 The Penrose Web, "I Dreamt I Woke Up Dead," It's....The Penrose Web, Gare du Nord, 2025 Middle Part, "Dial*," Disruptor, Little Planet, 2024 The Sewerheads, "It Came as a Surprise," Despair is a Heaven, Tall Texan, 2024 Wand, "The Leap," In A Capsule Wardrobe, Drag City, 2017 L.A. WITCH, "777," 777 (Single), Suicide Squeeze, 2025 Joveth, "Bubblegum," Bubblegum (Single), Voracious, 2024 Sly and the Family Stone, "Everyday People," Stand!, Epic, 1968 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 26

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to English singer Marianne Faithfull who died on January 30, 2025 at the age of 78. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 21

Throughout music history and across genres, artists have made drinking songs. From buoyant and rowdy to reflective and moody, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorites. They also review the new album from Sharon Van Etten. 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: Fear, "More Beer," More Beer, Restless, 1985 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Sharon Van Etten, "Live Forever," Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory, Jagjaguwar, 2025 Sharon Van Etten, "Trouble," Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory, Jagjaguwar, 2025 Sharon Van Etten, "Indio," Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory, Jagjaguwar, 2025 Sharon Van Etten, "I Want You Here," Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory, Jagjaguwar, 2025 Sharon Van Etten, "Somethin' Ain't Right," Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory, Jagjaguwar, 2025 Three 6 Mafia, "Sippin on Some Syrup," Three 6 Mafia - Poppin' My Collar - Single, Loud, 2006 Nina Simone, "Lilac Wine," Wild is the Wind, The Verve Music Group, 1966 The Rolling Stones, "Salt of the Earth," Beggars Banquet, Decca, 1968 Beastie Boys, "Brass Monkey," Licensed to Ill, Def Jam, 1986 Midland, "Drinkin' Problem," On the Rocks, Big Machine, 2017 Kendrick Lamar, "Swimming Pools (Drank)," good kid, m.A.A.d city, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2012 Snoop Dogg, "Gin and Juice," Doggystyle, Death Row, Interscope and Atlantic, 1994 The Replacements, "Here Comes a Regular," Tim, Sire, 1985 The Champs, "Tequila," Go, Champs, Go!, Challenge, 1958 Jamie Foxx, "Blame It (feat. T-Pain)," Intuition, J, 2008 Against Me!, "T.S.R.," As The Eternal Cowboy, Fat Wreck Chords, 2003 Chumbawamba, "Tubthumping," Tubthumper, Republic, 1997 Louis Prima and Keely Smith, "One Mint Julep," Breaking It Up!, Columbia, 1958 The Kinks, "Alcohol," Muswell Hillbillies, RCA Victor, 1971 Thin Lizzy, "Whiskey in the Jar," Single, Decca, 1972 Kris Kristofferson, "Sunday Mornin' Coming Down," Kristofferson, Monument, 1970 Lou Reed, "Underneath the Bottle," The Blue Mask, RCA Victor, 1982 Darkside, "Graucha Max," Nothing, Matador, 2025 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 19

In this bonus episode, Eric Johnson performs "Humbug Mountain Song" and "The Rock Doc" live at the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub. He also shares his Desert Island Jukebox pick with Jim and Greg. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 14

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome Eric Johnson of long-running indie folk band Fruit Bats for an interview and performance. The hosts also review the debut album from punk shock activists, Lambrini Girls. 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: Fruit Bats, "When U Love Somebody," Mouthfuls, Sub Pop, 2003 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Lambrini Girls, "Bad Apple," Who Let the Dogs Out, City Slang, 2025 Lambrini Girls, "Nothing Tastes As Good As It Feels," Who Let the Dogs Out, City Slang, 2025 Lambrini Girls, "Scarcity Is Fake (communist propaganda)," Who Let the Dogs Out, City Slang, 2025 Fruit Bats, "Rushin River Valley (Live on Sound Opinions)," A River Running To Your Heart, Merge, 2023 Fruit Bats, "Today," Siamese Dream, Turntable Kitchen, 2020 Califone, "Bottles and Bones (Shades and Sympathy)," Roomsound, Perishable, 2001 Fruit Bats, "We Used To Live Here (Live on Sound Opinions)," A River Running To Your Heart, Merge, 2023 Fruit Bats, "Humbug Mountain Song (Live on Sound Opinions)," Absolute Loser, Easy Sound, 2016 Fruit Bats, "When U Love Somebody (Live on Sound Opinions)," Mouthfuls, Sub Pop, 2003 Chumbawamba, "Tubthumping," Tubthumper, EMI, 1997 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 12

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Sam Moore of the iconic soul duo Sam & Dave. Moore died on January 10, 2025 at age 89. Become a Patreon member to hear the full episode: 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 7

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome Robyn Hitchcock back to Sound Opinions to discuss the singer-songwriter's book, 1967: How I Got There and Why I Never Left, and the accompanying album, 1967: Vacations in the Past. Plus, the hosts review the new album from SZA. 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 Soft Boys, "I Wanna Destroy You," Underwater Moonlight, Armageddon, 1980 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 SZA, "Saturn," Lana, Top Dawg, 2024 SZA, "Drive," Lana, Top Dawg, 2024 SZA, "BMF," Lana, Top Dawg, 2024 SZA, "Another Life," Lana, Top Dawg, 2024 Robyn Hitchcock and The Egyptians, "Brenda's Iron Sledge," Black Snake Diamond Röle, Armageddon, 1981 Robyn Hitchcock, "Trams of Old London," I Often Dream of Trains, Midnight Music, 1984 Robyn Hitchcock, "A Whiter Shade of Pale," 1967: Vacations in the Past, Tiny Ghost, 2024 Robyn Hitchcock, "Like a Rolling Stone," Robyn Sings, Editions PAF, 2002 Robyn Hitchcock, "Trouble in Your Blood," The Man Upstairs, Yep Roc, 2014 Robyn Hitchcock, "A Day in the Life," 1967: Vacations in the Past, Tiny Ghost, 2024 Robyn Hitchcock, "See Emily Play," 1967: Vacations in the Past, Tiny Ghost, 2024 Robyn Hitchcock, "Itchycoo Park," 1967: Vacations in the Past, Tiny Ghost, 2024 Robyn Hitchcock, "Vacations in the Past," 1967: Vacations in the Past, Tiny Ghost, 2024 Fruit Bats, "We Used to Live Here," A River Running to Your Heart, Merge, 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 5

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a track that was once so popular that it made a fictional location into a reality. Become a Patreon member to hear the full episode: 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 31

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late president Jimmy Carter by revisiting a discussion on his character and love for music with the director of the documentary, Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President. Plus, they will bid farewell to music journalist Stanley Booth, the most profound chronicler of the Rolling Stones. 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, 1965 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Allman Brothers Band, "Ramblin' Man," Brothers and Sisters, Capricorn, 1973 Bob Dylan, "Maggie's Farm," Bringing It All Back Home, Columbia, 1965 Bob Dylan, "Gotta Serve Somebody," Slow Train Coming, Columbia, 1979 The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 The Rolling Stones, "No Expectations," Beggars Banquet, Decca, 1968 The Rolling Stones, "Street Fighting Man," Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out!, Decca, 1970 The Rolling Stones, "Around And Around," 12 x 5, London, 1964 The Rolling Stones, "Honky Tonk Women," Honky Tonk Women (Single), Decca, 1969 The Rolling Stones, "You Gotta Move," Sticky Fingers, Polydor, 1971 The Rolling Stones, "Sympathy For the Devil," Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out!, Decca, 1970 The Rolling Stones, "Wild Horses," Sticky Fingers, Polydor, 1971 Robyn Hitchcock, "The Man Who Loves the Rain," Shufflemania!, Tiny Ghost, 2022 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 29

As a bonus to our 1000th episode, senior producers Alex Claiborne and Andrew Gill chime in with some of their favorite guests and most memorable moments from Sound Opinions. Become a Patreon member to hear the full episode: 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 24

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look back on the occasion of Sound Opinions reaching the 1000 episodes milestone. Both hosts share highlights and a couple lowlights, plus listeners share their favorite memories. 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, 1967 Radiohead, "I Want None Of It (Live on Sound Opinions)," Unreleased, NA, 2008 Carole King, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 D'Angelo, "Send It On," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 Trupa Trupa, "Sister Ray," (Single), Glitterbeat, 2024 Wire, "Used To ," Chairs Missing, Harvest, 1978 Goat Girl, "Creep," Goat Girl, Rough Trade, 2018 Allen Toussaint, "A New Orleans Thing (Live on Sound Opinions)," Songbook, Concord, 2013 Boygenius, "20," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Max Roach, "Driva Man," We Insist!, Candid, 1960 The Allman Brothers Band, "Ramblin' Man," Brothers and Sisters, Capricorn, 1973 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 22

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox and shares the story of how this brilliant song almost didn't get made! Become a Patreon member to hear the full episode: 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 17

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share new music they're digging that flies under the mainstream radar, buried treasures! They also hear selections from the 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: Iress, "Lovely (Forget Me Not)," Sleep Now, In Reverse, Dune Altar, 2024 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Soul Meets Body, "Hallucinations," Hallucinations (Single), Redwolf, 2024 Dummy, "Soonish...," Free Energy, Trouble in Mind, 2024 Grace Carlin, "killin' It (demo)," no joke (memos & demos), Self-released, 2023 Brutus, "The Deadly Rhythm," The Shape of Punk To Come Obliterated, Epitaph, 2024 Amayo, "Black Magic Sister," Black Magic Sister (Single), Amayo, 2024 Smoking Popes, "Allegiance (feat. Scott Lucas)," Allegiance (feat. Scott Lucas) (Single), Smoking Popes, 2025 Mo Dotti, "for anyone and you," opaque, MD, 2024 Matt Pond PA & Anya Marina, "Click Click Click," Click Click Click (Single), Sonder House, 2024 Remi Wolf, "Soup," Big Ideas, Island, 2024 Tae and the Neighborly, "We Can Be," Self Help, smooth bean, 2024 Liquid Mike, "K2," Paul Bunyan's Slingshot, self-released, 2024 Abazaba, "Isolation (feat. Eugene Hütz)," Isolation (feat. Eugene Hütz) (Single), self released, 2025 Rosa Bordallo, "I Feel Numb," I Feel Numb (Single), self-released, 2024 Artificial Go, "Pay Phone," Hopscotch Fever, Feel It, 2024 Medium Build, "Yoke (with Julien Baker)," Marietta, Slowplay/Island, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 15

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Marc Campbell of The Nails who died late in 2024. Become a Patreon member to hear the full episode: 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 13

In the second installment of our new Patreon-only bonus podcast, Jim, Greg and Andrew share their thoughts on the FX adaptation of Patrick Raden Keefe's book, Say Nothing. Become a Patreon member to hear the full episode: 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 10

In 1982, the Los Angeles punk rock band X put out its album Under the Big Black Sun. Over 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 recent solo album and his work in television and film. 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: X, "The Have Nots," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 X, "The Hungry Wolf," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 Bob Dylan, "As I Went Out One Morning," John Wesley Harding, Columbia, 1967 John Doe, "Never Coming Back," Fables in a Foreign Land, Fat Possum, 2022 X, "Riding with Mary," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 X, "Motel Room in My Bed," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 Germs, "Lexicon Devil," (GI), Slash, 1979 The Screamers, "122 Hours Of Fear (Live at the Target)," Live in San Francisco: Sept 2nd 1978, Target Video, 2004 The Dils, "I Hate the Rich," I Hate the Rich (Single), What?, 1977 Circle Jerks, "Stars and Stripes," Wild in the Streets, Step-Forward, 1982 X, "Los Angeles," Los Angeles, Slash, 1980 X, "We're Desperate," Wild Gift, Slash, 1981 X, "Under the Big Black Sun," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 X, "Adult Books," Wild Gift, Slash, 1981 X, "Dancing with Tears in My Eyes," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 X, "Because I Do," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 X, "Blue Spark," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 X, "Come Back to Me," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 X, "Real Child of Hell," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 The Gun Club, "She's Like Heroin to Me," Fire of Love, Ruby, 1981 Los Lobos, "Will the Wolf Survive?," How Will the Wolf Survive?, Slash/Warner Bros., 1984 The Del Fuegos, "Don't Run Wild," Boston, Mass., Slash, 1985 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Henry Lee (feat. PJ Harvey) ," Murder Ballads, Mute, 1996 Isobel Campbell & Mark Lanegan, "Revolver," Ballad of the Broken Seas, Cooking Vinyl Limited, 2006 Artificial Go, "Pay Phone," Hopscotch Fever, Feel It, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 8

Greg shares the history of a 60's gospel track that has been continually covered and reinvented. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 6

In the first installment of our new Patreon-only bonus podcast, Jim and Greg compare notes on a couple of thrilling new Netflix shows. Become a Patreon member to hear the full episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 3

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 2024. Plus, the hosts remember a few other musicians we lost in 2024. 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: Chappell Roan, "Good Luck, Babe!," Good Luck, Babe! (Single), Island, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 King Crimson, "21st Century Schizoid Man," In the Court of the Crimson King, Island, 1969 The Allman Brothers Band, "Ramblin' Man," Brothers and Sisters, Capricorn, 1973 Slim Dunlap, "The Ballad of the Opening Band," The Old New Me, Medium Cool/Twin/Tone, 1993 Marlena Shaw, "Woman of the Ghetto," The Spice of Life, Cadet, 1969 Beyoncé, "16 CARRIAGES," Cowboy Carter, Parkwood and Columbia, 2024 Sabrina Carpenter, "Espresso (Mark Ronson x FNZ Working Late Remix)," Espresso (Mark Ronson x FNZ Working Late Remix) (Single), Island, 2024 Kabin Crew, "The Spark (feat. Lisdoonvarna Crew)," The Spark (feat. Lisdoonvarna Crew) (Single), Rubyworks, 2024 Charli XCX, "Girl, so confusing featuring lorde," Brat and It's Completely Different but Also Still Brat (Single), Atlantic, 2024 Geordie Greep, "Holy, Holy," The New Sound, Rough Trade, 2024 Shaboozey, "A Bar Song (Tipsy)," Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going, American Dogwood and Empire, 2024 Wussy Duo, "Cellar Door," Cellar Door EP, Shake It!, 2024 La Luz, "Strange World," News of the Universe, Sub Pop, 2024 Trupa Trupa, "Sister Ray," Sister Ray (Single), Glitterbeat, 2024 The Bug Club, "Lonsdale Slipons," On the Intricate Inner Workings of the System, Sub Pop, 2024 Lambrini Girls, "God's Country," God's Country (Single), City Slang, 2024 Tunde Adebimpe, "Magnetic," Magnetic (Single), Sub Pop, 2024 The Unfit, "Who's in Charge," Disconnected EP, Share It Music, 2024 The Jesus Lizard, "Hide & Seek," Rack, Ipecac, 2024 Shellac, "Chick New Wave," To All Trains, Touch And Go, 2024 Horsegirl, "2468," 2468 (Single), Matador, 2024 X, "The Hungry Wolf," Under the Big Black Sun, Elektra, 1982 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 1

In this bonus episode, Jim shares an 80's dance club hit that was featured in a new streaming show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 27, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Bob Dylan's Blood on the Tracks. They'll hear from a musician who played on the record and talk with two music writers about what makes it so iconic. 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, "Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Tangled Up In Blue," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Shelter from the Storm," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Idiot Wind (Take 6)," The Bootleg Series Vol. 14: More Blood, More Tracks, Columbia, 2018 Bob Dylan, "Idiot Wind," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Buckets of Rain," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "You're a Big Girl Now," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Tangled Up In Blue (Take 3, Remake 2)," The Bootleg Series Volumes 1–3 (Rare & Unreleased) 1961–1991, Columbia, 1991 Bob Dylan, "If You See Her, Say Hello," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Beyoncé, "16 CARRIAGES," Cowboy Carter, Columbia, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 25, 2024

Greg pays tribute to the late poet Nikki Giovanni, whose work inspired musicians and artists across decades. Giovanni died at age 81. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 20, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share favorite tracks that they loved as TV show theme songs. Plus, the hosts review the new album from Kendrick Lamar. 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 Handsome Family, "Far from Any Road," Singing Bones, Carrot Top, 2003 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Kendrick Lamar, "squabble up," GNX, PGLang and Interscope, 2024 Kendrick Lamar, "reincarnated," GNX, PGLang and Interscope, 2024 Kendrick Lamar, "tv off (feat. Lefty Gunplay)," GNX, PGLang and Interscope, 2024 Kendrick Lamar, "gloria," GNX, PGLang and Interscope, 2024 Kendrick Lamar, "wacced out murals," GNX, PGLang and Interscope, 2024 Mick Jagger, "Strange Game," Strange Game (Single), Polydor, 2022 Johnny Rivers, "Secret Agent Man," ...And I Know You Wanna Dance, Imperial, 1966 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Red Right Hand," Let Love In, Mute, 1994 Massive Attack, "Teardrop," Mezzanine, Virgin, 1998 Gavin DeGraw, "I Don't Want To Be," Chariot, J, 2004 Carole King and Louise Goffin, "Where You Lead I Will Follow," Our Little Corner of the World: Music from Gilmore Girls, Rhino, 2002 RJD2, "A Beautiful Mine," Magnificent City Instrumentals, Decon, 2006 The Coup, "My Favorite Mutiny (feat. Black Thought and Talib Kweli)," Pick a Bigger Weapon, Epitaph, 2006 Norma Tenaga, "You're Dead," Walkin' My Cat Named Dog, Rhino, 1966 Godfather of Harlem, "Just in Case (feat. Swizz Beatz, Rick Ross & DMX)," Just in Case (feat. Swizz Beatz, Rick Ross & DMX) (Single), Epic, 2019 The High Strung, "The Luck You Got," Moxie Bravo, Paper Thin, 2005 Blind Boys of Alabama, "Way Down In the Hole," The Spirit Of The Century, Real World, 2001 Regina Spektor, "You've Got Time," You've Got Time (Single), Sire, 2013 Quincy Jones, "Sanford & Son (The Streebeater)," You've Got It Bad Girl, A&M, 1973 Aloe Blacc, "I Need a Dollar," Good Things, Stones Throw, 2010 Bob Dylan, "Buckets of Rain ," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 18, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Elephant 6 Recording Company founding member Will Cullen Hart, who was a co-founder of The Olivia Tremor Control with the late Bill Doss. Hart died November 29 at age 53. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 13, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome Andy Cirzan, their favorite collector of offbeat holiday music, for their annual celebration of all things strange and festive. 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: Unknown, "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," Unknown, Unknown, Unknown The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Herman Apple, "Let It Snow," (Single), Unknown, Unknown Johnny Dollar, "Truck Drivers Lament," (Single), Chart, 1970 Vin Bruce, "Christmas on the Bayou," (Single), Swallow, Unknown Red Ellis and the Huron Valley Boys, "Christmas Is Not Far Away," (Single), Unknown, Unknown Buddy Thornton, "Ole Santa Is Coming to Town," (Single), Four Star, 1953 Unknown, "EZ Listening," (Single), Unknown, Unknown Thurmon McKinney, "Santa & the Truck Driver," (Single), MCW, 1974 Bobby Allen & the Exceptions, "Lonely Christmas Tears," (Single), Soul Sound, Unknown Gene Adkins & the Tune Toppers, "What Christmas Is," (Single), SRC, 1952 Jimmie Davis, "Christmas Choo Choo," (Single), Decca, 1953 Unknown, "Sleigh Ride," Unknown, Unknown, Unknown Jimmy Wheeler, "Snowflakes Falling On My Head," (Single), Unknown, Unknown Mimi Rogers, "Snow Blossoms," (Demo), Unknown, Unknown Original Sons Of Christ, "Christmas Comes But Once A Year," (Single), Unknown, Unknown Clyde Lasley, "Santa Came Home Drunk," (Single), Sundown, 1967 Cordell Jackson, "Rock N’ Roll Christmas," (Single), Moon, 1956 Cordell Jackson, "Beboppers Christmas," (Single b-side), Moon, 1956 Unknown, "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer," Unknown, Unknown, Unknown Mick Jagger, "Strange Game," From the Apple TV+ Original Series Slow Horses, Polydor, 2022 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 11, 2024

Jim is whistling a different tune after considering this song in a new context. -- 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 6, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their highly-anticipated “Best Albums” of 2024. Plus, they’ll also hear selections from 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: Redd Kross, "Candy Coloured Catastrophe," Redd Kross, In the Red, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Beyoncé, "LEVII'S JEANS," Cowboy Carter, Parkwood and Columbia, 2024 Tyler, The Creator, "Take Your Mask Off (feat. Daniel Caesar & Latoiya Williams)," Chromakopia, Columbia, 2024 Chelsea Wolfe, "Tunnel Lights," She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She, Loma Vista, 2024 Shellac, "I Don't Fear Hell," To All Trains, Touch and Go, 2024 Mdou Moctar, "Oh France," Funeral for Justice, Matador, 2024 English Teacher, "The World's Biggest Paving Slab," This Could Be Texas, Universal Island, 2024 Shirlette Ammons, "Short (feat. Mavis Swan Poole)," Spectacles, Puddin Pie, 2024 Pedro the Lion, "Spend Time," Santa Cruz, Polyvinyl and Big Scary Monsters, 2024 Idles, "Roy," TANGK, Partisan, 2024 Finom, "Hungry," Not God, Joyful Noise, 2024 Sabrina Carpenter, "Taste," Short n' Sweet, Island, 2024 Dehd, "Mood Ring," Poetry, Fat Possum, 2024 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Chewing Gum," Cartoon Darkness, B2B, 2024 Elucid, "THE WORLD IS DOG," REVELATOR, Fat Possum, 2024 Hurray For the Riff Raff, "Buffalo," The Past Is Still Alive, Nonesuch, 2024 Redd Kross, "Born Innocent," Redd Kross, In the Red, 2024 Mary Timony, "The Guest," Untame the Tiger, Merge, 2024 SPRINTS, "TICKING," Letter to Self, City Slang, 2024 Unknown, "Santa Clause is Coming to Town," Unknown, Unknown, Unknown See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 4, 2024

Jim shares a noisy track from Germany circa 1979. -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 29, 2024

40 years ago, Prince released the psychedelic pop masterpiece, Purple Rain. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Purple Rain for the anniversary. 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: Prince And The Revolution, "Purple Rain," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Prince And The Revolution, "Let's Go Crazy," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Take Me With U," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince, "Head," Dirty Mind, Warner Bros, 1980 Prince, "Controversy," Controversy, Warner Bros, 1981 Prince, "Soft And Wet," For You, Warner Bros, 1978 Prince And The Revolution, "The Beautiful Ones," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "I Would Die 4 U," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Darling Nikki," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Computer Blue," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Baby I'm a Star," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "When Doves Cry," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince, "Can't Stop This Feeling," Graffiti Bridge, Warner Bros, 1990 Prince, "You're My Love," Originals, Warner Bros, 2019 Mdou Moctar, "Imouhar," Funeral for Justice, Matador, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 27, 2024

Greg digs up a Belgian pop song from 1969 that became a popular sample amongst musicians for decades. -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 22, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Jason Narducy and Tracey Bradford of Verböten, a band from Chicago's early '80s punk rock scene who recently reformed and released their debut album. The hosts also review new albums from The Cure, Amyl and the Sniffers and Tyler, the Creator. 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: Verböten, "Bodily Autonomy," Verböten, Inside Outside, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Cure, "Alone," Songs of a Lost World, Fiction, 2024 The Cure, "Drone:Nodrone," Songs of a Lost World, Fiction, 2024 The Cure, "A Fragile Thing," Songs of a Lost World, Fiction, 2024 Amyl and The Sniffers, "Jerkin'," Cartoon Darkness, B2B, 2024 Amyl and The Sniffers, "Tiny Bikini," Cartoon Darkness, B2B, 2024 Amyl and The Sniffers, "It's Mine," Cartoon Darkness, B2B, 2024 Amyl and The Sniffers, "Chewing Gum," Cartoon Darkness, B2B, 2024 Tyler The Creator , "St. Chroma (feat. Daniel Caesar)," Chromakopia, Columbia, 2024 Tyler The Creator , "Noid," Chromakopia, Columbia, 2024 Tyler The Creator , "Judge Judy," Chromakopia, Columbia, 2024 Verböten, "Kicking Away," Verböten, Inside Outside, 2024 The Effigies, "Body Bag," Body Bag (Single), Ruthless, 1982 Verböten, "Slump Shot," Demo, (unreleased), 1983 Verböten, "Let It Out," Demo, (unreleased), 1983 Verböten, "Better Life," Verböten, Inside Outside, 2024 Verböten, "Machine," Verböten, Inside Outside, 2024 Prince & The Revolution, "Purple Rain," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 20, 2024

Jim shares a Swedish dance pop gem for the one-hit wonder fans. -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 15, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their tour of South African music with journalist and author Lior Phillips. 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, 2007 Solomon Linda's Evening Birds, "Mbube," Mbube (Single), Gallotone, 1939 Miriam Makeba, "Pata Pata," Pata Pata, Reprise, 1967 Ladysmith Black Mambazo, "Nomathemba," Amabutho, Gallo, 1973 Juluka, "Scatterlings of Africa," Scatterlings, Warner Bros., 1982 Brenda Fassie, "Vuli Ndlela," Memeza, CCP, 1997 Verböten, "Bodily Autonomy," Verböten, Inside Out, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 13, 2024

Jim and Greg pay tribute to the late legend, Quincy Jones, who died November 3 at age 91. They revisit their interview with him and Greg plays a deep cut track that Quincy arranged featuring a baseball icon. -- 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 8, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the music, history and legacy of R.E.M. with biographer Peter Ames Carlin. 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: R.E.M., "Losing My Religion," Out of Time, Warner Bros., 1991 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 R.E.M., "It's the End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)," Document, I.R.S., 1987 R.E.M., "Orange Crush," Green, Warner Bros., 1988 R.E.M., "The One I Love," Document, I.R.S., 1987 R.E.M., "Radio Free Europe," Murmur, I.R.S., 1983 R.E.M., "Begin the Begin," Lifes Rich Pageant, I.R.S., 1986 R.E.M., "Low," Out of Time, Warner Bros., 1991 R.E.M., "Bittersweet Me," New Adventures in Hi-Fi, Warner Bros., 1996 R.E.M., "Everybody Hurts," Automatic for the People, Warner Bros., 1992 R.E.M., "Imitation of Life," Reveal, Warner Bros., 2001 R.E.M., "Shiny Happy People," Out of Time, Warner Bros., 1991 R.E.M., "Strange Currencies," Monster, Warner Bros., 1994 R.E.M., "What's the Frequency, Kenneth?," Monster, Warner Bros., 1994 R.E.M., "Man on the Moon," Automatic for the People, Warner Bros., 1992 Juluka, "Scatterlings of Africa," Scatterlings, Warner Bros., 1982 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 6, 2024

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the desert island jukebox in honor of Phil Lesh, one of the founding members of The Grateful Dead who died on October 25th of this year. -- 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 1, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome progressive rock band Umphrey's McGee for a live session recorded at the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub. They also review the new album from Alan Sparhawk of Low. Watch Videos of the performance on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz9W8F2PZCOqkMoAYVpAt5lKP0TZ536JI Listen to the full, unedited Umphrey's McGee interview and performances on our Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc 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: Umphrey's McGee, "In The Kitchen (Live on Sound Opinions)," Anchor Drops, SCI Fidelity, 2004 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Alan Sparhawk, "Feel Something," White Roses, My God, Sub Pop, 2024 Alan Sparhawk, "Heaven," White Roses, My God, Sub Pop, 2024 Alan Sparhawk, "Get Still," White Roses, My God, Sub Pop, 2024 Umphrey's McGee, "Hourglass (Live on Sound Opinions)," Similar Skin, Nothing Too Fancy, 2014 Umphrey's McGee, "Pure Saturation (Live on Sound Opinions)," Asking For A Friend, Ineffable, 2022 Umphrey's McGee, "Cut The Cable (Live on Sound Opinions)," Similar Skin, Nothing Too Fancy, 2014 R.E.M., "Orange Crush," Green, Warner Bros, 1988 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 30, 2024

Greg shares a song that has resonated with him since his seventh grade arts teacher first introduced it. -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 25, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate the spooky season by revisiting their favorite songs about witches and ghosts. 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 Head and the Heart, "Ghosts," The Head and the Heart, Sub Pop, 2011 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Kinks, "Wicked Annabella ," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968 Donovan, "Season of the Witch," Sunshine Superman, Epic, 1966 Jethro Tull, "The Witch's Promise," The Witch's Promise (Single), Chrysalis, 1970 Martha and the Vandellas, "Mobile Lil The Dancing Witch," Dance Party, Motown, 1965 Monster Magnet, "19 Witches," Powertrip, A&M, 1998 Radiohead, "Burn the Witch," A Moon Shaped Pool, XL, 2016 Bettye LaVatte, "Witch Craft in the Air," Witch Craft in the Air (Single), LuPine, 1963 Florence + the Machine, "Which Witch (Demo) [Bonus Track]," How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful, Island, 2015 Roky Erickson and the Aliens, "If You Have Ghosts," The Evil One, 415, 1981 Joy Division, "Dead Souls," Still, Factory, 1981 Psychedelic Furs, "The Ghost in You," Mirror Moves, Columbia, 1984 Suicide, "Ghost Rider," Suicide, Red Star, 1977 Johnny Cash, "(Ghost) Riders in The Sky," Silver, Columbia, 1979 Caroline Herring, "Long Black Veil," Golden Apples of the Sun, Signature Sounds, 2009 Daniel Johnston, "Casper the Friendly Ghost," Yip/Jump Music, (Self-Released), 1983 Robyn Hitchcock & The Egyptians, "My Wife and My Dead Wife," Gotta Let This Hen Out!, Midnight Music, 1985 The Raveonettes, "Apparitions," Raven in the Grave, The Raveonettes, 2011 Mekons, "Ghosts of American Astronauts," So Good It Hurts, Twin/Tone, 1988 Ladytron, "Ghosts," Velocifero, Nettwerk Productions, 2008 The Goldstars, "Stroll In Hell," Stroll In Hell (Single), The Goldstars, 2021 Black Sabbath, "Black Sabbath," Black Sabbath, Vertigo, 1970 Umphrey's McGee, "The Floor," Death By Stereo, ATO, 2011 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 23, 2024

Enjoy this bonus episode of additional content from our interview with Jeff and Steven McDonald of Redd Kross. They discuss orchestrating a future collaboration with Linda Blair, their Beatles desert island jukebox picks and their least favorite Beatles songs. --- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 18, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Jeff and Steven McDonald of Redd Kross about the band's 45 year history, new documentary, book and latest album. 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: Redd Kross, "Candy Coloured Catastrophe," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 Redd Kross, "Born Innocent," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 The Beach Boys, "Be True to Your School," Little Deuce Coup, Capitol, 1963 Redd Kross, "I Hate My School," Red Cross, Posh Boy, 1980 Redd Kross, "Annette's Got the Hits," Red Cross, Posh Boy, 1980 Redd Kross, "Blow You a Kiss in the Wind," Teen Babes from Monsanto, Gasatanka, 1984 Redd Kross, "Annie's Gone," Third Eye, Atlantic, 1990 Redd Kross, "I Don't Know How to Be Your Friend," Third Eye, Atlantic, 1990 Redd Kross, "It's the Little Things," Neurotica, Smoke 7, 1982 Redd Kross, "Look on Up at the Bottom," Born Innocent, Merge, 2012 Redd Kross, "Stay Away from Downtown," Researching the Blues, Merge, 2012 Redd Kross, "Beyond the Door," Researching the Blues, Merge, 2019 Redd Kross, "Good Times Propaganda Band," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 Redd Kross, "The Main Attraction," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 Florence + The Machine, "Which Witch (Demo) [Bonus Track]," How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful, Island, 2015 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 16, 2024

Jim shines a light on a little known r&b and jazz singer, Gloria Lynne, whose 1966 b-side "Speaking of Happiness" has been used in several films and tv shows over the past decades. --- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 11, 2024

The Drive-By Truckers are celebrating the twenty-third anniversary of their double album, "Southern Rock Opera." Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot join Patterson Hood of the Truckers for a classic album dissection of their magnum opus. 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: Drive-By Truckers, "The Three Great Alabama Icons," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Drive-By Truckers, "Ronnie and Neil," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Angels and Fuselage," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Guitar Man Upstairs," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Wallace," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Days of Graduation," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Let There Be Rock," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Shut Up and Get on the Plane," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Women Without Whiskey," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Life in the Factory," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Road Cases (live)," Southern Rock Opera (Deluxe Edition), New West, 2024 Drive-By Truckers, "Cassie's Brother," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Ain't Talkin' Bout Love (live)," DBT Homecoming 2018 Thursday + Friday + Saturday, Self-Released, 2020 Drive-By Truckers, "72 (This Highway's Mean)," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Moved," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Zip City," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Drive-By Truckers, "Primer Coat," English Oceans, ATO, 2014 Drive-By Truckers, "Every Single Storied Flameout," Welcome 2 Club XIII, ATO , 2022 Drive-By Truckers, "The Southern Thing," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 Redd Kross, "Born Innocent," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 9, 2024

Greg pays tribute to the late Kris Kristofferson, who had an impactful, long career as a songwriter, performer and activist. --- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 4, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot speak with David Browne, author of the new book Talkin' Greenwich Village: The Heady Rise and Slow Fall of America’s Bohemian Music Capital. 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 Ochs, "Here's to the State of Mississippi," I Ain't Marching Anymore, Elektra, 1965 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Sonny Rollins, "Softly As In A Morning Sunrise (Live At The Village Vanguard, 1957 / Evening Take)," The Complete Night At The Village Vanguard, Blue Note, 2013 Miles Davis, "Stablemates," Miles: The New Miles Davis Quintet, Prestige, 1956 Joan Baez, "Wildwood Flower," Joan Baez, Vanguard, 1960 John Coltrane, "Greensleeves," Evenings at the Village Gate: John Coltrane with Eric Dolphy, Impulse!, 2023 Paul Butterfield, "Everything Gonna Be Alright," Live New York 1970, RockBeat, 2015 Phil Ochs, "Talking Vietnam Blues," All the News That's Fit to Sing, Elektra, 1964 Dave Van Ronk, "He Was a Friend of Mine," Folksinger, Prestige, 1962 Dave Van Ronk, "Dink's Song," Dave Van Ronk Sings, Folkways, 1961 Bob Dylan, "House of the Risin' Sun," Bob Dylan, Columbia, 1962 Dave Van Ronk, "House of the Rising Sun," Just Dave Van Ronk, Mercury, 1964 The Blues Project, "Catch the Wind," Live at the Cafe Au Go Go, Verve Folkways, 1966 Bob Dylan, "It Ain't Me Babe," Another Side of Bob Dylan, Columbia, 1964 Bob Dylan, "Hurricane (Live at Memorial Auditorium, Worcester, MA, November 1975)," The Rolling Thunder Revue: The 1975 Live Recordings, Columbia, 2019 Len Chandler, "Bellevue," To Be a Man, Columbia, 1966 Peter, Paul and Mary, "Where Have All the Flowers Gone," Peter, Paul and Mary, Warner Bros., 1962 Sonny Rollins, "I Can't Get Started (Live At The Village Vanguard, 1957 / Evening Take)," The Complete Night At The Village Vanguard, Blue Note, 2013 The Roches, "Speak," Speak, MCA, 1989 Buffy Sainte-Marie, "It's My Way," It's My Way!, Vanguard, 1964 Odetta, "I Never Will Marry," Odetta Sings Folk Songs, RCA Victor, 1963 Drive-By Truckers, "Ronnie and Neil," Southern Rock Opera, Soul Dump, 2001 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 2, 2024

Greg Kot pays tribute to the late Nick Gravenites, who wrote impactful songs for the Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Janis Joplin and more. He was 85. --- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 27, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share new music they’re digging that flies under the mainstream radar, buried treasures! They also hear selections from their production staff. Come to our live event in Chicago with Fruit Bats! 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: La Luz, "Strange World," News of the Universe, Sub Pop, 2024 The Peawees, "Banana Tree," One Ride, Wild Honey, 2024 Penza Penza, "Much Sharper, More Focused," Alto E Primitivo, Funk Night, 2024 Half Waif, "Figurine," See You at the Maypole, ANTI, 2024 Tigran Hamasyan, "The Kingdom," The Bird Of A Thousand Voices, Yergatun, 2024 Chimers, "Glossary," Glossary (Single), 12XU, 2024 Angry Blackmen, "The Legend of ABM," The Legend of ABM, Deathbomb Arc, 2024 Semifamous, "Pedestal in Hell," Destroy Ourselves, Rare Bird/Duck, 2024 Deep Tunnel Project, "Gold Standard," Deep Tunnel Project, Comedy Minus One, 2024 Capital Soiree, "Reruns," Reruns - EP, Capital Soiree, 2023 Anna Butterss, "Pokemans," Mighty Vertebrate, International Anthem, 2024 Noga Erez, "GODMOTHER," The Vandalist, Neon Gold, 2024 Sima Cunningham, "Nothing," High Roller, Ruination, 2024 Bathe, "Avalon," Inside Voice(s): Side A, MNRK Music Group, 2024 Shabazz Palaces, "…Down 155th in the MCM Snorkel (OCnotes 40 Acres and All The Grease Flip)," OCnotes Remixes, Sub Pop, 2024 Bob Dylan, "Only a Pawn In Their Game," The Times They Are a-Changin', Columbia, 1964 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 25, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of Sérgio Mendes, the bossa nova legend who died in September. --- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 20, 2024

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 Nick Cave and Hinds. 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: J Dilla, "Workinonit," Donuts, Stones Throw, 2006 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Long Dark Night," Wild God, PIAS, 2024 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Cinnamon Horses," Wild God, PIAS, 2024 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Song of the Lake," Wild God, PIAS, 2024 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "As the Waters Cover the Sea," Wild God, PIAS, 2024 hinds, "Hi, How Are You," Viva Hands, Lucky Numbers, 2024 hinds, "Coffee," Viva Hands, Lucky Numbers, 2024 hinds, "Mala Vista," Viva Hands, Lucky Numbers, 2024 Slum Village, "Fall in Love," Fantastic, Vol. 2, GoodVibe, 2000 D'Angelo, "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 J Dilla, "So Far to Go (feat. Common & D'Angelo)," The Shining, BBE, 2006 Common, "The Light," Like Water For Chocolate, Geffen, 2000 D'Angelo, "Devil's Pie," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 Common, "I Am Music (feat. Jill Scott)," Electric Circus, MCA, 2002 The Pharcyde, "Runnin'," Labcabincalifornia, Delicious Vinyl, 1995 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 18, 2024

Greg shares Charles Cross' favorite under-appreciated punk rock record in tribute of the late Seattle music journalist. -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 13, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are discussing the new book MC5: An Oral History of Rock's Most Revolutionary Band. The hosts are joined by the book's authors, Jaan Uhelszki and Brad Tolinski. 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: MC5, "Motor City is Burning," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 MC5, "Ramblin' Rose," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 MC5, "Starship," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 MC5, "Sister Anne," High Time, Atlantic, 1971 MC5, "Miss X," High Time, Atlantic, 1971 MC5, "Looking At You," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970 MC5, "Let Me Try," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970 The Stooges, "I Wanna Be Your Dog," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969 J Dilla, "Don't Cry," Donuts, Stones Throw, 2006 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 10, 2024

Jim brings back a catchy song by an English punk band of the '70s and '80s. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 6, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take another trip to the Desert Island Jukebox. They hear from past guests like Mary J. Blige, The Melvins, Lucy Dacus and more about the songs they can't live without. 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: Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Fiona Apple, "Every Single Night," The Idler Wheel Is Wiser Than the Driver of the Screw and Whipping Cords Will Serve You More Than Ropes Will Ever Do, Epic, 2012 Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Molly Drake, "I Remember," The Tide's Magnificence: Songs and Poems of Molly Drake , Bryter, 2018 Nick Drake, "Pink Moon," Pink Moon, Island, 1972 Nick Drake, "Road," Pink Moon, Island, 1972 The Mountain Goats, "No Children," Tallahassee, 4AD, 2002 Dionne Warwick, "I'll Never Love This Way Again," Dionne, Arista, 1979 Nightwish, "FantasMic," Wishmaster, Spinefarm, 2000 The Mountain Goats, "This Year," The Sunset Tree, 4AD, 2005 The Melvins, "Honey Bucket," Houdini, Atlantic, 1993 Judy Garland, "You Go To My Head," Judy at Carnegie Hall, Capitol, 1961 The Rolling Stones, "Jumpin' Jack Flash," Jumpin Jack Flash (Single), Decca, 1968 Jimi Hendrix Experience, "If 6 Was 9," Axis: Bold As Love , Track, 1967 Wayne and Garth, "Wayne's World Theme," Wayne's World (Music From The Motion Picture), Reprise, 1992 Tony Scott, "Za-Zen (Meditation)," Music For Zen Meditation, Verve, 1964 Norman Greenbaum, "Spirit in the Sky," Spirit in the Sky, Reprise, 1969 Iron and Wine, "Call It Dreaming," Beast Epic, Sub Pop, 2017 Van Morrison, "Come Here My Love," Veedon Fleece, Warner Bros., 1974 Vic Mensa, "We Could Be Free (feat Ty Dolla Sign)," The Autobiography, Roc Nation, 2017 Stevie Wonder, "For Once In My Life," For Once In My Life, Tamla, 1968 Jay-Z, "Smile," 444, Roc Nation, 2017 Stevie Wonder, "Love's In Need of Love Today," Songs in the Key of Life, Tamla, 1976 Mary J. Blige, "I'm Going Down (Live)," The Tour, MCA, 1998 Stevie Wonder, "As," Songs in the Key Of Life, Tamla, 1976 Stevie Wonder, "Pastime Paradise," Songs in the Key Of Life, Tamla, 1976 Stevie Wonder, "I Wish," Songs in the Key Of Life, Tamla, 1976 Sam Cooke, "A Change Is Gonna Come," Ain't That Good News, RCA Victor, 1964 Television, "Marquee Moon," Marquee Moon, Elektra, 1977 Tears For Fears, "Head Over Heels," Songs from the Big Chair, Mercury, 1985 Wolf Alice , "Lisbon," My Love Is Cool, Dirty Hit, 2015 Buffalo Springfield, "For What It's Worth," For What It's Worth (Single), Atco, 1966 The Who, "Baba O'Riley," Who's Next, Decca, 1971 Miles Davis, "Blue in Green," Kind of Blue, Columbia, 1959 The Beatles, "Tomorrow Never Knows (Mono)," Revolver , Capitol, 1966 MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 4, 2024

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a performance by two musicians he's written books about to the Desert Island Jukebox. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 30, 2024

As summer winds down the volume of new albums coming out is hard to keep up with. This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig out from music mountain by reviewing new albums from X, Post Malone, Beabadoobee, Sturgill Simpson, JPEGMAFIA and Meshell Ndegeocello. 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: Post Malone, "Pour Me A Drink (feat. Blake Shelton)," F-1 Trillion, Republic and Mercury, 2024 Post Malone, "Wrong Ones (feat. Tim McGraw)," F-1 Trillion, Republic and Mercury, 2024 Post Malone, "Finer Things (feat. Hank Williams, Jr.)," F-1 Trillion, Republic and Mercury, 2024 JPEGMAFIA, "don't rely on other men," I Lay Down My Life for You, AWAL, 2024 JPEGMAFIA, "it's dark and hell is hot," I Lay Down My Life for You, AWAL, 2024 JPEGMAFIA, "i scream this in the mirror before i interact with anyone," I Lay Down My Life for You, AWAL, 2024 JPEGMAFIA, "Exmilitary," I Lay Down My Life for You, AWAL, 2024 X, "Baby & All," Smoke & Fiction, Fat Possum, 2024 X, "Big Black X," Smoke & Fiction, Fat Possum, 2024 X, "Winding Up the Time," Smoke & Fiction, Fat Possum, 2024 X, "Sweet Til The Bitter End," Smoke & Fiction, Fat Possum, 2024 Sturgill Simpson, "Swamp of Sadness," Passage du Desir, High Top Mountain, 2024 Sturgill Simpson, "Scooter Blues," Passage du Desir, High Top Mountain, 2024 Sturgill Simpson, "Mint Tea," Passage du Desir, High Top Mountain, 2024 Beabadoobee, "Take A Bite," This Is How Tomorrow Moves, Dirty Hit, 2024 Beabadoobee, "Post," This Is How Tomorrow Moves, Dirty Hit, 2024 Beabadoobee, "Beaches," This Is How Tomorrow Moves, Dirty Hit, 2024 Meshell Ndegeocello, "Travel," No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, Blue Note, 2024 Meshell Ndegeocello, "Trouble," No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, Blue Note, 2024 Meshell Ndegeocello, "Raise The Roof," No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, Blue Note, 2024 Joni Mitchell, "All I Want," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Taylor Swift, "Death By A Thousand Cuts," Lover, Republic, 2019 Lou Reed, "There Is No Time," New York, Sire, 1989 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 28, 2024

This week, Jim pays tribute to the late Clare Elliot of the Suburban Reptiles, one of the first two punk bands out of New Zealand. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 23, 2024

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 bid farewell to a giant of the New Zealand music scene, Martin Phillipps, of the Chills. 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 Chills, "Pink Frost," Pink Frost (single), Flying Nun, 1984 The Chills, "Effloresce and Deliquesce," Submarine Bells, Slash, 1989 The Chills, "I Love My Leather Jacket," Kaleidoscope World, Flying Nun, 1989 The Chills, "Heavenly Pop Hit," Submarine Bells, Slash, 1989 The Chills, "Monolith," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021 Lorde, "Take Me to the River," Everyone's Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense, A24, 2024 Charli XCX and Lorde, "Girl, so confusing featuring lorde," Girl, so confusing featuring lorde (Single), Atlantic, 2024 The Clean, "Fish," Great Sounds Great, Good Sounds Good, So-So Sounds So-So, Bad Sounds Bad, Rotten Sounds Rotten!!, Flying Nun, 1982 The Clean, "Tally Ho!," Tally Ho! (single), Flying Nun, 1981 The Bats, "Tragedy," Daddy's Highway, Flying Nun, 1987 Look Blue Go Purple, "Cactus Cat," LBGPEP2, Flying Nun, 1986 The Enemy, "Pull Down the Shades," Live at the Beneficiaries Hall, unreleased, 1978 Toy Love, "Swimming Pool," Toy Love, Deluxe, 1980 The Chills, "Rolling Moon," Rolling Moon (single), Flying Nun, 1982 The Clean, "Anything Could Happen," Boodle Boodle Boodle, Flying Nun, 1981 The Chills, "Kaleidoscope World," Dunedin Double, Flying Nun, 1982 The Verlaines, "The Lady and the Lizard," Hallelujah - All The Way Home, Flying Nun, 1985 The Verlaines, "Death and the Maiden," Death and the Maiden (single), Flying Nun, 1983 Sneaky Feelings, "Throwing Stones," Send You, Flying Nun, 1983 Split Enz, "I Got You," True Colours, A&M, 1980 Bailter Space, "Robot World," Robot World, Flying Nun, 1993 Straitjacket Fits, "She Speeds," Hail, Flying Nun, 1988 Headless Chickens, "Cruise Control," Body Blow, Flying Nun, 1991 The Bats, "Made Up In Blue," Made Up In Blue (single), Flying Nun, 1986 The Human Instinct, "Black Sally," Stoned Guitar, AIR, 1970 Herbs, "Light of the Pacific," Light of the Pacific, Warrior, 1983 Upper Hutt Posse, "E Tu," E Tu (single), Jayrem, 1988 Scribe, "Not Many," The Crusader, Dirty, 2003 Aldous Harding, "Imagining My Man," Party, 4AD, 2017 Kane Strang, "My Smile is Extinct," Two Hearts and No Brain, Dead Oceans, 2017 Electric Wire Hustle, "They Don't Want," Electric Wire Hustle, Every Waking Hour, 2009 Lord Echo, "Makossa No. 3," Harmonies, Soundway, 2017 Post Malone, "Guy For That (feat. Luke Combs)," F-1 Trillion, Republic and Mercury, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 21, 2024

In this bonus episode Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he was reminded of after reviewing the new album by Common and Pete Rock. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 16, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look back 40 years into the past and revisit some of their favorite songs of 1984. The hosts also review the new album from Redd Kross. 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: Prince and the Revolution, "Purple Rain," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Redd Kross, "Good Times Propaganda Band," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 Redd Kross, "The Witches' Stand," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 Redd Kross, "The Main Attraction," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 Redd Kross, "Way Too Happy," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 Redd Kross, "Born Innocent," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024 Hüsker Dü, "Turn on the News," Zen Arcade, SST, 1984 Minutemen, "This Ain't No Picnic," Double Nickles on the Dime, SST, 1984 The Replacements, "Unsatisfied," Let It Be, Twin/Tone, 1984 Romeo Void, "A Girl in Trouble (Is a Temporary Thing)," Instincts, Columbia, 1984 R.E.M., "Little America," Reckoning, I.R.S., 1984 Run-D.M.C., "Rock Box," Run-D.M.C., Profile, 1984 The Smiths, "Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now," Hatful of Hollow, Rough Trade, 1984 The Bangles, "James," All Over the Place, Columbia, 1984 Echo & the Bunnymen, "The Killing Moon," Ocean Rain, Korova, 1984 Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "From Her to Eternity," From Her to Eternity, Mute, 1984 Robyn Hitchcock, "Sounds Great When You're Dead," I Often Dream of Trains, Midnight Music, 1984 Chaka Khan, "I Feel for You," I Feel for You, Warner Bros., 1984 Philip Bailey and Phil Collins, "Easy Lover," Chinese Wall, Columbia, 1984 The Chills, "Pink Frost," Kaleidoscope World, Flying Nun, 1986 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 14, 2024

In this bonus episode Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he heard during the 2024 Summer Olympics in France. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 9, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot have talked about Lou Reed many times before on Sound Opinions, but often the discussion gets focused on the man's life instead of his music. This week they talk with author Jim Higgins about his new book that reviews every album Reed released in his lifetime. The hosts also review new albums from Common and Jack White. -- 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: Common and Pete Rock, "Dreamin'," The Auditorium, Vol. 1, Loma Vista, 2024 Common and Pete Rock, "When The Sun Shines Again," The Auditorium, Vol. 1, Loma Vista, 2024 Common and Pete Rock, "This Man," The Auditorium, Vol. 1, Loma Vista, 2024 Jack White, "Old Scratch Blues," No Name, Third Man, 2024 Jack White, "Archbishop Harold Holmes," No Name, Third Man, 2024 Jack White, "Bless Yourself," No Name, Third Man, 2024 Lou Reed, "Walk On The Wild Side," Transformer, RCA, 1972 Lou Reed, "Coney Island Baby," Coney Island Baby, RCA, 1976 Lou Reed and John Cale, "Images," Songs For Drella, Sire, 1990 Lou Reed, "The Power of Positive Drinking," Growing Up in Public, Arista, 1980 Lou Reed, "Egg Cream," Set the Twilight Reeling, Warner Bros., 1996 Lou Reed, "Like A Possum," Ecstasy, Reprise, 2000 Lou Reed, "Pale Blue Eyes (Live)," Take No Prisoners, Arista, 1978 Luna, "Tiger Lilly," Bewitched, Elektra, 1994 Lou Reed, "Edgar Allan Poe," The Raven, Sire, 2003 Lou Reed, "Halloween Parade," New York, Sire, 1989 Prince and the Revolution, "Purple Rain," Purple Rain, Warner Bros., 1984 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 7, 2024

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to John Mayall, one of the most influential British blues guitarists who never gets the accolades of many of his friends and collaborators. Mayall died in July at the age of 90. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Aug 2, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the history and legacy of the 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. They also revisit a conversation and live performance with Buddy Guy. 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: Koko Taylor, "I'm A Woman," The Earthshaker, Alligator , 1978 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club, Parlophone, 1967 Albert Collins, "Honey Hush! (Talking Woman Blues)," Ice Pickin', Alligator , 1978 Mississippi Fred McDowell, "You Got to Move," You Gotta Move, Arhoolie, 1965 Hound Dog Taylor & The Houserockers, "Walking the Ceiling," Hound Dog Taylor and the HouseRockers, Alligator , 1971 Hound Dog Taylor & The Houserockers, "Give Me Back My Wig," Hound Dog Taylor and the HouseRockers, Alligator, 1971 Hound Dog Taylor & The Houserockers, "Phillips' Theme," Hound Dog Taylor and the HouseRockers, Alligator, 1971 B.B. King, "The Thrill Is Gone," Completely Well, Alligator, 1969 Hound Dog Taylor & The Houserockers, "Wild About You Baby," Hound Dog Taylor and the HouseRockers, Alligator, 1971 Koko Taylor, "Wang Dang Doodle," Wang Dang Doodle (Single), Chess, 1966 Koko Taylor, "That's Why I'm Crying," I Got What It Takes, Alligator, 1975 Koko Taylor, "I Got What It Takes," I Got What It Takes, Alligator, 1975 Albert Collins, "I Ain't Drunk," Cold Snap, Alligator, 1986 Albert Collins, Johnny Copeland, Robert Cray, "The Moon Is Full," Showdown!, Alligator, 1985 Toronzo Cannon, "Walk It Off," The Chicago Way, Alligator, 2016 Toronzo Cannon, "Bad Contract," The Chicago Way, Alligator, 2016 Shemekia Copeland, "Would You Take My Blood," America's Child, Alligator, 2018 Shemekia Copeland, "Ain't Got Time For Hate," America's Child, Alligator, 2018 A.C. Reed, "She's Fine (feat. Bonnie Raitt)," I'm In the Wrong Business!, Alligator, 1987 Buddy Guy, "Baby Please Don't Leave Me," Sweet Tea, Silvertone, 2001 B.B. King, "Don't Answer the Door," Don't Answer The Door (single), ABC, 1966 Buddy Guy, "Good Morning Schoolgirl," Hoodoo Blues Man (Live On Sound Opinions), Delmark, 2007 Cream, "Strange Brew," Strange Brew (single), Reaction, 1967 Buddy Guy, "First Time I Met The Blues," I Got My Eyes On You (single), Chess, 1960 Shawnna, "Can't Break Me (feat. Buddy Guy)," Block Music, Disturbing Tha Peace, 2006 Buddy Guy, "I've Got Dreams to Remember," Bring 'Em In (Live On Sound Opinions), Silvertone, 2007 Lou Reed, "Coney Island Baby," Coney Island Baby, RCA Victor, 1976 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 31, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a star of one of the first reality shows, "An American Family," who turned punk rocker and became part of the CBGB's scene. His story is told in Emily Nussbaum's book "Cue the Sun! The Invention of Reality TV." 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 26, 2024

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: Chelsea Wolfe, "Tunnel Lights," She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She, Loma Vista, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club, Parlophone, 1967 Black Market Karma and Stanley Belton, "Mule Kick (Harrier Jet Vox Fuzz Mix)," An Introduction to Black Market Karma and Their Technicolour Liquid Audio Machine, Flower Power, 2024 Ghost Party, "Teenage Shaman (acidfuzz repeater)," Ghost Moves, Outtaphase Musik, 2024 Craig Benedict Valentine Badynee, "The New Richter Waltz," The New Richter Waltz (Single), Team Love LLC, 2024 Ira Glass, "Nancy's Hell," Nancy's Hell (Single), Fire Talk, 2024 Xdinary Heroes, "No Matter," Troubleshooting, Studio J, 2024 Squirrel Flower, "Alley Light," Tomorrow's Fire, Polyvinyl, 2023 Jungle, "Back on 74," Volcano, Caiola, 2023 Smooth Rogers, "My Number One," My Number One, Self-Released, 2024 The Sleeveens, "Aretha Franklin," The Sleeveens, Dirtnap, 2024 Beautiful Freaks, "Loser Sellouts," Because You're Poor, FREAKS INCORPORATED, 2024 Roni Kaspi, "STAY," PONI, Self-Released, 2024 The Spatulas, "Maya," Beehive Mind, Post Present Medium, 2024 Trvy & The Enemy, "Matthew McConaughey," Matthew McConaughey (Single), Self-Released, 2024 wht.rbbt.obj, "Your Love's A Crime," Your Love's A Crime (Single), Clandestine, 2024 King Hannah, "New York, Let's Do Nothing," Big Swimmer, City Slang, 2024 Albert Collins, "Honey, Hush! (Talking Woman Blues)," Ice Pickin', Alligator, 1978 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 24, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim talks with producer Andrew Gill about his side project: Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music . They discuss the similarities and differences in their own religious upbringings and what motivates the project. Rock That Doesn't Roll Podcast 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 22, 2024

We're mourning the loss of Bob Newhart and in honor of his life, we've resurfaced his appearance on Sound Opinions from 2008 as a bonus podcast. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 19, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with singer and songwriter Angélica Garcia, whose latest album "Gemelo" is sung almost entirely in Spanish. They also pay tribute to the late James Chance and Françoise Hardy. 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: Angélica Garcia, "Color de Dolor," Gemelo, Partisan, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club, Parlophone, 1967 James Chance and the Contortions, "I Can't Stand Myself," No New York, Antilles, 1978 James White and The Blacks, "Contort Yourself," Off White, ZE, 1979 Françoise Hardy, "Comment Te Dire Adieu (It Hurts to Say Goodbye)," Comment Te Dire Adieu?, Vogue, 1968 Françoise Hardy, "All Over the World," Françoise Hardy Sings in English, Vogue, 1966 Angélica Garcia, "Reflexiones," Gemelo, Partisan, 2024 Angélica Garcia, "Guadalupe," Gemelo, Partisan, 2024 Angelica, "Angel Baby," Angel Baby, Ultra, 1991 Angélica Garcia, "El Que," Gemelo, Partisan, 2024 Angélica Garcia, "Mirame," Gemelo, Partisan, 2024 Angélica Garcia, "Y Grito," Gemelo, Partisan, 2024 Angélica Garcia, "Paloma," Gemelo, Partisan, 2024 Hazel, "Smooth Sinner," Hazel EP, Self-Released, 2011 Radiohead, "Kid A," Kid A, Capitol, 2000 Angélica Garcia, "La Llorona," Cha Cha Palace, Spacebomb, 2020 Death by Chocolate, "Land of Chocolate," Death by Chocolate, Jet Set, 2001 Chelsea Wolfe, "Tunnel Lights," She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She, Loma Vista, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 17, 2024

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a timeless reggae song to the desert island jukebox. -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 12, 2024

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, 1964 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Little Richard, "Tutti Frutti," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957 Little Richard, "Keep a Knockin'," Little Richard, Specialty, 1958 Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Little Richard, "It's Real," The King of Gospel Singers, Mercury, 1961 Little Richard, "Rip It Up," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957 Angélica Garcia, "Color De Dolor," Gemelo, Partisan, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 10, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a band that doesn't exist, but he wishes really did. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 5, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Karla and Jack of SPRINTS, the Irish post-punk band who recently released their debut album titled Letter to Self. The hosts also review new music from Charli XCX and Goat Girl, and Jim speaks with music critic Niko Stratis. -- 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: Sprints, "Heavy," Letter To Self, City Slang, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club, Parlophone, 1967 Charli XCX, "Von Dutch," Brat, Atlantic, 2024 Charli XCX, "Sympathy Is A Knife," Brat, Atlantic, 2024 Charli XCX, "Girl, So Confusing," Brat, Atlantic, 2024 Charli XCX, "So I," Brat, Atlantic, 2024 Goat Girl, "TCNC," Below The Waste, Rough Trade, 2024 Goat Girl, "Tonight," Below The Waste, Rough Trade, 2024 Goat Girl, "Motorway," Below The Waste, Rough Trade, 2024 Sprints, "Cathedral," Letter To Self, City Slang, 2024 Sprints, "Kissing Practice," The Cheek (Single), Nice Swan, 2020 Sprints, "Up And Comer," Letter To Self, City Slang, 2024 Sprints, "Ticking," Letter To Self, City Slang, 2024 Sprints, "Letter To Self," Letter To Self, City Slang, 2024 Sprints, "Literary Mind," Letter To Self, City Slang, 2024 Sprints, "Shaking Their Hands," Letter To Self, City Slang, 2024 Talking Heads, "This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody)," Speaking in Tongues, Sire, 1983 Ben E King, "Stand By Me," Don't Play That Song! , Atco, 1962 The Kinks, "Lola," Lola Versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One, Pye, 1970 Little Richard, "Tutti Frutti," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 3, 2024

In this classic bonus episode, Greg adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox from the compilation Ghana Soundz: AfroBeat, Funk & Fusion in 70s Ghana. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 28, 2024

It’s been 40 years since Prince released his psychedelic pop masterpiece, Purple Rain. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Purple Rain for its anniversary. -- 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: Prince And The Revolution, "Purple Rain," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Let's Go Crazy," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Take Me With U," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince, "Head," Dirty Mind, Warner Bros, 1980 Prince, "Controversy," Controversy, Warner Bros, 1981 Prince, "Soft And Wet," For You, Warner Bros, 1978 Prince And The Revolution, "The Beautiful Ones," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "I Would Die 4 U," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Darling Nikki," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Computer Blue," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "Baby I'm a Star," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince And The Revolution, "When Doves Cry," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Prince, "Can't Stop This Feeling," Graffiti Bridge, Warner Bros, 1990 Prince, "You're My Love," Originals, Warner Bros, 2019 Sprints, "Heavy," Letter To Self, City Slang, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 26, 2024

In this bonus podcast, Jim talks with critic Niko Stratis about an error in a recent bonus episode on the song "Lola." The conversation goes from there to consider the representation of transgender people over the years in the work of artists like Lou Reed and Against Me! among others. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 21, 2024

The year 2024 is 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 2024 so far. -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T -- Featured Songs: The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis, "Emergence," The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis, Impulse, The Beatles, "With A Little Help (From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, Heems and Lapgan, "Accent," Lafandar, Veena Sounds, The Anti-Queens, "Apocalypse She (feat. Brenna Red)," Disenchanted, Stomp, Waxahatchee, "Right Back to it (feat. MJ Lenderman)," Tigers Blood, Anti-, Pillow Queens, "Like A Lesson," Name Your Sorrow, Royal Mountain, Jlin, "Summon," Akoma, Planet Mu, 20241. J Robbins, "Not the End," Basilisk, Dischord, J Robbins, "Exquisite Corpse," Basilisk, Dischord, Middle Kids, "Bootleg Firecracker," Faith Crisis Pt. 1, Lucky Number, Middle Kids, "Bend," Faith Crisis Pt. 1, Lucky Number, The Lemon Twigs, "A Dream is All I Know," A Dream is All We Know, Captured Tracks, The Lemon Twigs, "If You and I Are Not Wise," A Dream is All We Know, Captured Tracks, Ibibio Sound Machine, "Fire," Pull The Rope, Merge, Hurray For The Riff Raff, "Buffalo," The Past Is Still Alive, Nonesuch, Shirlette Ammons, "Spectacles," Spectacles, Self-Released, Idles, "Roy," Tangk, Partisan, Sprints, "Cathedral," Letter To Self, City Slang, Mary Timony, "No Thirds," Untame The Tiger, Merge, Prince And The Revolution, "Purple Rain," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 19, 2024

In this bonus episode Greg adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox from a groundbreaking queer artist who had a huge influence on the development of rock n roll. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 14, 2024

It's been more than 50 years since Carole King's Tapestry was released to critical and cultural acclaim, and the record is still as impressive today as it was then. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Carole King's Tapestry. -- 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: Carole King, "It's Too Late," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 The Shirelles, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tonight's the Night, Scepter, 1960 Little Eva, "The Loco-motion," The Loco-motion (Single), Dimension 1000, 1962 Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Take Good Care of My Baby, Liberty, 1961 The Monkees, "Pleasant Valley Sunday," Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd., Colgems, 1967 Carole King, "It Might As Well Rain Until September," It Might As Well Rain Until September (Single), Dimension, 1962 The City, "Now That Everything's Been Said," Now That Everything's Been Said, Ode, 1968 Carole King, "No Easy Way Down," Writer, Ode, 1970 Carole King, "Beautiful," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "You've Got a Friend," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Tapestry," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King and Louise Gioffin, "Where You Lead," Our Little Corner of the World: Music From Gilmore Girls, Rhino, 2002 Carole King, "Where You Lead," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "So Far Away," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Way Over Yonder," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Smackwater Jack," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon, Warner Bros., 1971 Carole King and James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Live At The Troubadour, Syzygy, 2010 Liz Phair, "Divorce Song (Girly-Sound Version)," The Girly-Sound Tapes, Matador, 2018 Lauryn Hill, "Everything Is Everything," The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Columbia, 1998 Tori Amos, "Cornflake Girl," Under the Pink, Atlantic, 1994 Caroline Rose, "Do You Think We'll Last Forever?," Superstar, New West, 2020 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 12, 2024

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg speak with the winners of the third annual Sound Opinions Writing Prize. These Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Goldschmidt Foundation. First Place - Sydney Richardson Second Place - Riane Bayne Third Place - Nyla Lawson -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T -- See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 7, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Ira Robbins, founder of Trouser Press magazine which inspired a generation of underground music writers. Plus, the hosts review new music from Billie Eilish and Shellac. -- Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/soundops It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T -- Featured Songs: Billie Eilish, "Skinny," Hit Me Hard and Soft, Interscope, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1966 Billie Eilish, "Ocean Eyes," Don't Smile at Me, Interscope, 2017 Billie Eilish, "Lunch," Hit Me Hard and Soft, Interscope, 2024 Billie Eilish, "Bury A Friend," When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, Interscope, 2019 Billie Eilish, "The Greatest," Hit Me Hard and Soft, Interscope, 2024 Billie Eilish, "Blue," Hit Me Hard and Soft, Interscope, 2024 Shellac, "Scabby the Rat," To All Trains, Touch and Go, 2024 Shellac, "I Don't Fear Hell," To All Trains, Touch and Go, 2024 Shellac, "Tattoos," To All Trains, Touch and Go, 2024 Rory Gallagher, "A Million Miles Away (Live at The San Diego Center, CA, USA 1974)," Live In San Diego '74, UMC, 2022 Tucky Buzzard, "Run in the Morning," Buzzard, Purple, 1973 The Who, "A Quick One, While He's Away," A Quick One, Reaction, 1966 Camel, "Never Let Go (Live at Hammersmith Odeon)," A Live Record, Deram, 1978 The Bonzo Doo-Dah Dog Band, "The Trouser Press," The Doughnut in Granny's Greenhouse, Liberty, 1968 Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1975 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 5, 2024

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg speak with the winners of the second annual Sound Opinions Music Prize. These Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Goldschmidt Foundation. First Place - Mary James Second Place - Mark Berg Third Place - Diondre Dunigan -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T -- See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 31, 2024

More than 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. Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/soundops It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T -- Featured Songs: Joni Mitchell, "Carey," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "All I Want," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "Both Sides Now," Clouds, Reprise, 1969 Joni Mitchell, "Big Yellow Taxi," Ladies of the Canyon, Reprise, 1970 Joni Mitchell, "Cactus Tree," Song to a Seagull, Reprise, 1968 Joni Mitchell, "Hejira," Hejira, Asylum, 1976 Joni Mitchell, "Little Green," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "Nancy Whiskey," Joni Mitchell Archives – Vol.1: The Early Years, Rhino, 2020 Joni Mitchell, "Day After Day (Demo)," Day After Day (Demo), unreleased, 1965 Joni Mitchell, "Urge for Going," Urge for Going (Single), Asylum, 1972 Joni Mitchell, "For Free," Ladies of the Canyon, Reprise, 1970 Joni Mitchell, "A Case of You," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "Blue," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "This Flight Tonight," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "The Last Time I Saw Richard," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "California," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "My Old Man," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Joni Mitchell, "River," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Billie Eilish, "Lunch," Hit Me Hard And Soft, Darkroom, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 29, 2024

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg speak with two winners of the first annual Sound Opinions Photo Prize. These Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Goldschmidt Foundation. First Place - Emma Bolace Second Place - Sieanna Rowe Third Place - Sofie Doran Rasmussen -- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T -- See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 24, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by Steve Wynn of The Dream Syndicate for a deep dive into his early career. The hosts also review new albums by desert blues master Mdou Moctar and harmony magicians Finom. Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/Soundops It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! Donate to Al Otro Lado Here: gum.fm/charity Volunteer with Al Otro Lado Here: alotrolado.org/volunteer 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 Dream Syndicate, "That's What You Always Say ," The Days of Wine and Roses, Ruby, 1982 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Mdou Moctar, "Oh France," Funeral for Justice, Matador, 2024 Mdou Moctar, "Funeral for Justice," Funeral for Justice, Matador, 2024 Finom, "Haircut," Not God, Joyful Noise, 2024 Finom, "Cyclops," Not God, Joyful Noise, 2024 The Dream Syndicate, "Forest For The Trees," Out of the Grey, Chrysalis, 1986 The Dream Syndicate, "The Days of Wine and Roses," The Days of Wine and Roses, Ruby, 1982 The Dream Syndicate, "Medicine Show," Medicine Show, A&M, 1984 The Dream Syndicate, "The Side I'll Never Show," Ghost Ship, Enigma, 1988 The Dream Syndicate, "The Longing," The Universe Inside, ANTI-, 2020 The Bangles, "Hero Takes A Fall," All Over the Place, Columbia, 1984 Joni Mitchell, "A Case of You," Blue, Warner, 1971 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 22, 2024

In this bonus episode Greg adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of Duane Eddy, one of the godfathers of electric guitar, who died in April. Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/Soundops It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! Donate to Al Otro Lado Here: gum.fm/charity Volunteer with Al Otro Lado Here: alotrolado.org/volunteer --- 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 17, 2024

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 Steve Albini. Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/Soundops It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! Donate to Al Otro Lado Here: gum.fm/charity Volunteer with Al Otro Lado Here: alotrolado.org/volunteer 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 Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis, "Emergence," The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis, Impulse!, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Big Black, "Kerosene," Atomizer, Homestead, 1986 Big Black, "Cables," Pigpile, Touch and Go, 1992 Nirvana, "Serve the Servants," In Utero, DGC, 1993 Shellac, "The End of Radio," The End of Radio, Touch and Go, 2019 Shirlette Ammons, "Short," Spectacles, Self-Released, 2024 Mikey Moo, "Uncomfortable Silence," Uncomfortable Silence (Single), Killroom, 2024 C Turtle, "Shake it Down," Expensive Thrills, Blitzcat, 2024 Oh Hiroshima, "Secret Youth," All Things Shining, Pelagic, 2024 Phoebe Go, "7 Up," Marmalade, AWAL, 2024 Gloom Girl MFG, "Crimes," Polycrisis, Sign From The Universe, 2024 Mint Mile, "Sunbreaking," Rough Rider, Comedy Minus One, 2024 Pillow Queens, "Suffer," Name Your Sorrow, Royal Mountain, 2024 The Dream Syndicate, "Tell Me When It's Over," The Days of Wine and Roses, Ruby Records/Slash, 1982 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 15, 2024

In this bonus episode Jim adds two versions of the same song about encountering a trans person to the Desert Island Jukebox. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 10, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg pay tribute to musician, recording engineer, writer and Chicago legend Steve Albini, who died May 7 at the age of 61. They're also joined by their production staff to discuss Albini's cultural legacy. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 10, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are chatting with Mary Timony about her illustrious career and new solo album! Plus, they review albums from Boris and English Teacher. 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 Donate to Al Otro Lado Here: gum.fm/charity Volunteer with Al Otro Lado Here: alotrolado.org/volunteer Featured Songs: Mary Timony, "No Thirds," Untame The Tiger, Merge, 2024 Coaltar of the Deepers, "Melody," "Hello There", U-disper, 2024 BØRIS, "Serial Tear," "Hello There", U-disper, 2024 Coaltar of the Deepers, "Killing Another," "Hello There", U-disper, 2024 English Teacher, "R&B," This Could Be Texas, Island, 2024 English Teacher, "The World's Biggest Paving Slab," This Could Be Texas, Island, 2024 English Teacher, "You Blister My Paint," This Could Be Texas, Island, 2024 English Teacher, "Broken Biscuits," This Could Be Texas, Island, 2024 Mary Timony, "The Guest," Untame The Tiger, Merge, 2024 Mary Timony, "Don't Disappear," Untame The Tiger, Merge, 2024 The Singing Nun, "Dominique," The Singing Nun, Philips, 1962 Mary Timony, "Untame the Tiger," Untame The Tiger, Merge, 2024 Mary Timony, "Dominoes," Untame The Tiger, Merge, 2024 Shuggie Otis, "Strawberry Letter 23," Freedom Flight, Epic, 1971 Jethro Tull, "Songs from the Wood," Songs from the Wood, Chrysalis, 1977 Phoebe Go, "7 Up," Marmalade, AWAL, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 8, 2024

In this bonus episode, Greg traces the evolution of one song that began with Herbie Hancock in 1964. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 3, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are sharing their favorite songs about babies! They’ll also hear selections from the production staff. Plus, they review the new record from Taylor Swift. 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 Donate to Al Otro Lado Here: gum.fm/charity Volunteer with Al Otro Lado Here: alotrolado.org/volunteer Featured Songs: Stevie Wonder, "Isn't She Lovely," Songs in the Key of Life, Tamla, 1976 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Taylor Swift, "Fortnight (feat. Post Malone)," The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, Republic, 2024 Taylor Swift, "The Tortured Poets Department," The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, Republic, 2024 Taylor Swift, "Florida!!! (feat. Florence + the Machine)," The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, Republic, 2024 Taylor Swift, "But Daddy I Love Him," The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, Republic, 2024 Taylor Swift, "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me," The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, Republic, 2024 Brian Eno, "Put a Straw Under Baby," Taking Tiger Mountain: By Strategy, Island, 1974 Jimi Hendrix, "Belly Button Window," The Cry of Love, Reprise, 1971 Adeem the Artist, "Rotations," ANNIVERSARY, Four Quarters Thirty Tigers, 2024" Camila, "Todo Cambió," Todo Cambió, Sony BMG Norte, 2006 Talking Heads, "Stay Up Late," Little Creatures, Sire, 1985 Joni Mitchell, "Little Green," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Tupac Shakur, ""Letter 2 My Unborn,"" Until the End of Time, Amaru Death Row Interscope, 2001 The Beatles, "Golden Slumbers," Abbey Road, Apple, 1969 Loretta Lynn, "One's On The Way," One's On The Way, Decca, 1972 Phil Collins, "You'll Be In My Heart," Tarzan: An Original Walt Disney Records Soundtrack, Walt Disney, 1999 Howie B, "Music For Babies," Music For Babies, Island, 1996 Lauryn Hill, " To Zion," The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Ruffhouse, 1998 Mary Timony, "The Guest," Untame The Tiger, Merge, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 1, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim adds "one of the greatest songs of all time" to the Desert Island Jukebox. He was inspired by finally stumbling across "Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me" on Netflix. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 26, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk all-things college radio with Dr. Katherine Rye Jewell, author of Live from the Underground: A History of College Radio. Jim and Greg also review the latest records from Alejandro Escovedo and Vampire Weekend. Donate to Al Otro Lado Here: gum.fm/charity Volunteer with Al Otro Lado Here: alotrolado.org/volunteer 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: R.E.M., "Radio Free Europe," Murmur, I.R.S., 1983 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Alejandro Escovedo, "John Conquest," Echo Dancing, Yep Roc, 2024 Alejandro Escovedo, "Too Many Tears," Echo Dancing, Yep Roc, 2024 Alejandro Escovedo, "Bury Me," Echo Dancing, Yep Roc, 2024 Alejandro Escovedo, "Last to Know," Echo Dancing, Yep Roc, 2024 Vampire Weekend, "Prep-School Gangsters," Only God Was Above Us, Columbia, 2024 Vampire Weekend, "Mary Boone," Only God Was Above Us, Columbia, 2024 Vampire Weekend, "Ice Cream Piano," Only God Was Above Us, Columbia, 2024 Vampire Weekend, "Gen-X Cops," Only God Was Above Us, Columbia, 2024 Man or Astro-man?, "Television Fission," Experiment Zero, Touch and Go, 1996 The Replacements, "Left of the Dial," Tim, Sire, 1985 Pixies, "Monkey Gone to Heaven," Doolittle, Elektra, 1989 Phil Collins, "You'll Be in My Heart," Tarzan: An Original Walt Disney Records Soundtrack, Walt Disney, 1999 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 24, 2024

In this bonus episode, we share producer Andrew Gill's side project, " Rock That Doesn't Roll ." Their second season launches this week, so we're sharing an episode they did last season with David Bazan of Pedro The Lion. Rock That Doesn't Roll: https://pod.link/1703257857 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 19, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Patrick Carney and Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, the eclectic garage-rock duo who recently released their twelfth studio album. Jim and Greg also review new records from Shabaka and Hurray for the Riff Raff. 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 Black Keys, "Beautiful People (Stay High)," Ohio Players, Easy Eye Sound, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Shabaka, "Insecurities (feat. Moses Sumney)," Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace, Impulse!, 2024 Shabaka, "I'll Do Whatever You Want (feat. Floating Points, Laraaji)," Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace, Impulse!, 2024 Shabaka, "Body To Inhabit (feat. E L U C I D)," Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace, Impulse!, 2024 Shabaka, "As The Planets And The Stars Collapse," Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace, Impulse!, 2024 Hurray For The Riff Raff, "Snake Plant (The Past Is Still Alive)," The Past Is Still Alive, Nonesuch, 2024 Hurray For The Riff Raff, "Buffalo," The Past Is Still Alive, Nonesuch, 2024 Hurray For The Riff Raff, "Vetiver," The Past Is Still Alive, Nonesuch, 2024 Hurray For The Riff Raff, "Ogallala," The Past Is Still Alive, Nonesuch, 2024 The Black Keys, "This Is Nowhere," Ohio Players, Nonesuch, 2024 The Black Keys, "You'll Pay," Ohio Players, Nonesuch, 2024 The Black Keys, "Only Love Matters," Ohio Players, Nonesuch, 2024 The Black Keys, "On The Game," Ohio Players, Nonesuch, 2024 The Black Keys, "Forgot To Be Your Lover," Ohio Players, Nonesuch, 2024 The Black Keys, "Paper Crown (feat. Beck and Juicy J)," Ohio Players, Nonesuch, 2024 Cumbia en Moog, "Cumbia de Sal," The Afrosound of Colombia, Vol. 1, Discos Fuentes, 1976 The Ambassadors, "I Really Love You," Cooler Than Ice: Arctic Records and the RIse of Philly Soul, Jamie, 2012 R.E.M., "Radio Free Europe," Murmur, I.R.S., 1983 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 17, 2024

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an artist was grouped in with neo-soul, but never really fit into that scene comfortably. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 12, 2024

Host Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview producer and composer JLIN, a former steelworker from Gary, Indiana who features Björk, Phillip Glass and Kronos Quartet on her new album. The hosts also review "Cowboy Carter" by Beyoncé. 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: Jlin, "The Precision of Infinity (ft. Philip Glass)," Akoma, Planet Mu, 2024 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Beyoncé, "TEXAS HOLD 'EM," COWBOY CARTER, Parkwood, Columbia, 2024 Beyoncé, "AMERIICAN REQUIEM ," COWBOY CARTER, Parkwood, Columbia, 2024 Beyoncé, "JOLENE," COWBOY CARTER, Parkwood, Columbia, 2024 Beyoncé, "BLACKBIIRD," COWBOY CARTER, Parkwood, Columbia, 2024 Beyoncé, "YA YA," COWBOY CARTER, Parkwood, Columbia, 2024 Beyoncé, "DAUGHTER," COWBOY CARTER, Parkwood, Columbia, 2024 Beyoncé, "AMEN," COWBOY CARTER, Parkwood, Columbia, 2024 JLIN, "Paradigm," Perspectives, Planet Mu, 2023 RP Boo, "Baby Come On," Classics Vol. 1, Planet Mu, 2015 JLIN, "Battle Trak," Footwork Frenzy EP, Planet Mu, 2013 JLIN, "Erotic Heat," Bangs & Works Vol​.​2 (The Best Of Chicago Footwork), Planet Mu, 2011 JLIN, "Nyakinyua Rise," Dark Lotus, Planet Mu, 2017 JLIN, "Black Origami," Black Origami, Planet Mu, 2017 JLIN, "Carbon 12," Autobiography (Music from Wayne McGregor's Autobiography), Planet Mu, 2018 JLIN, "Borealis (ft. Bjork)," Akoma, Planet Mu, 2024 JLIN, "Sodalite (ft. Kronos Quartet)," Akoma, Planet Mu, 2024 JLIN, "Open Canvas," Akoma, Planet Mu, 2024 Sade, "By Your Side," Lovers Rock, Epic, 2000 Earth Wind and Fire, "Serpentine Fire," All 'n All, Columbia, 1977 The Black Keys, "This Is Nowhere," Ohio Players, Easy Eye Sound, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 10, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a musician who joined Talking Heads for Stop Making Sense and made many great solo records himself. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 5, 2024

While there have been no shortage of Led Zeppelin biographies over the years, Bob Spitz’s book 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 Waxahatchee and SiR. 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: Led Zeppelin, "Kashmir," Physical Graffiti, Atlantic, 1975 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 SiR, "Only Human," HEAVY, RCA, 2024 SiR, "Ricky's Song," HEAVY, RCA, 2024 SiR, "Six Whole Days," HEAVY, RCA, 2024 SiR, "No Evil," HEAVY, RCA, 2024 SiR & Anderson .Paak, "Poetry In Motion," HEAVY, RCA, 2024 Waxahatchee, "Right Back to It (feat. MJ Lenderman)," Tigers Blood, Anti-, 2024 Waxahatchee, "Burns out at Midnight," Tigers Blood, Anti-, 2024 Waxahatchee, "365," Tigers Blood, Anti-, 2024 Waxahatchee, "Bored," Tigers Blood, Anti-, 2024 Led Zeppelin, "Immigrant Song," Led Zeppelin III, Atlantic, 1970 Led Zeppelin, "Whole Lotta Love," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "When the Levee Breaks," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Black Dog," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "D'yer Mak'er," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973 Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Stairway to Heaven," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "The Ocean," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973 Jlin and Philip Glass, "The Precision of Infinity," Akoma, Planet Mu, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 3, 2024

In this bonus episode we pay tribute to the late leaders of World Party and The Raspberries. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 29, 2024

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 Karl Wallinger and Eric Carmen. 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: Terra Black, "Black Flames of Funeral Fire," All Descend, Self-Released, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 BODEGA, "Tarkovski," Tarkovski (Single), Chrysalis, 2024 New Age Healers, "The Spin Out," The Spin Out (Single), Self-Released, 2024 Microwave, "Bored of Being Sad," Let's Start Degeneracy, Pure Noise, 2024 Itasca, "Imitation of War," Imitation of War, Paradise of Bachelors, 2024 Kneecap, "Sick In the Head," Sick In the Head (Single), Heavenly, [PIAS], 2024 Mandy, "High School Boyfriend," High School Boyfriend (Single), Exploding in Sound, 2024 Burnt Sugar The Arkestra Chamber, "* inna-Lisala-Over-Oakanda," Angels Over Oakanda, self-released, 2021 Goat, "Raised by Hills," Medicine, Rocket, 2023 Vincent Blackshadow, "I Think Not," I Think Not (Single), Former Priest Productions, 2024 Destroy Boys, "Shadow (I'm Breaking Down)," Shadow (I'm Breaking Down) (Single), Hopeless, 2023 Instant Crush, "A Cinematic Exit!," A Cinematic Exit! (Single), Share It Music, 2024 The Anti-Queens, "Doomed Again," DISENCHANTED, Stomp!, 2024 Creation Rebel, "Swiftly (The Right One)," Hostile Environment, On-U Sound, 2023 World Party, "Put The Message In The Box," Goodbye Jumbo, Ensign, 1990 World Party, "Ship of Fools," Private Revolution, Chrysalis, 1987 The Raspberries, "Go All The Way," Raspberries, Capitol, 1972 Eric Carmen, "Hungry Eyes," Dirty Dancing: Original Soundtrack from the Vestron Motion Picture, RCA, 1987 Led Zeppelin, "Immigrant Song," Led Zeppelin III, Atlantic, 1970 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 27, 2024

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of Bob Marley and Lee "Scratch" Perry's bass player, Aston "Family Man" Barrett. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 22, 2024

Over the long tenure of Sound Opinions, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot mentioned Brian Eno countless times. They think it's time to tackle a classic album dissection of his 1974 record Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy.) They discuss Eno’s career before and since the album, as well as hear a bit of Eno himself from their 2011 interview with him. 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: Brian Eno, "Burning Airlines Give You So Much More," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Roxy Music, "Re-Make/Re-Model," Roxy Music, Island, Reprise, 1972 Brian Eno, "Needles in the Camel's Eye," Here Come the Warm Jets, Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "Back In Judy's Jungle," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "Mother Whale Eyeless," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Soft Machine, "Priscilla," The Soft Machine, Probe, Command, ABC, 1968 Brian Eno, "Put a Straw under Baby," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "China My China," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "The Great Pretender," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "Third Uncle," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "The True Wheel," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "The Fat Lady of Limbourg," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "Taking Tiger Mountain," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 Brian Eno, "Fullness of Wind," Discreet Music, Obscure, 1975 Brian Eno and David Byrne, "Regiment," My Life in the Bush of Ghosts, Sire, E.G., 1981 Roxy Music, "Editions of You," For Your Pleasure, Island, Warner Bros., 1973 BODEGA, "Tarkovski," Tarkovski (Single), Chrysalis, 2024 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 20, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a Brian Eno-affiliated song made of found sounds 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 15, 2024

This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter of The Roots about his memoir. The hosts also review the new album from Das Racist rapper Heems. 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 Roots, "You Got Me (feat. Erykah Badu & Eve)," Things Fall Apart, MCA, 1999 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Heems & Lapgan, "I'm Pretty Cool," Lafandar, Veena, Mass Appeal India, 2024 Das Racist, "Combination Pizza Hut and Taco Bell," Shut Up, Dude, Greedhead, Mishka, 2010 Heems & Lapgan, "Accent," Lafandar, Veena, Mass Appeal India, 2024 Heems & Lapgan, "Porches," Lafandar, Veena, Mass Appeal India, 2024 Heems & Lapgan, "Obi Toppin (Darling)," Lafandar, Veena, Mass Appeal India, 2024 Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, "The Message," The Message, Sugar Hill, 1982 Run-DMC, "My Adidas," Raising Hell, Profile, 1986 El Michels Affair & Black Thought, "Protocol (feat. Son Little)," Glorious Game, Big Crown, 2023 The Roots, "The Roots is Comin'," Organix!, Self-Released, 1993 George Benson, "Give Me The Night," Give Me The Night, Qwest, 1980 The Jacksons, "We Can Change The World," Victory, Epic, 1984 Gene Chandler, "Duke of Earl," Duke of Earl (Single), Vee-Jay, 1961 Brian Eno, "Taking Tiger Mountain," Taking Tiger Mountain (By Strategy), Island, 1974 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 13, 2024

In this bonus episode, Greg adds two versions of a surprising song to the Desert Island Jukebox. It was the first rock & roll song to chart in Japan and a later version involved members of The Clash. 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 8, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take the show out of the recording studio and into the karaoke bar as they share some of their favorite karaoke tracks. They’ll also hear selections from production staff and listeners. Plus, the hosts review new music from Grandaddy and bid farewell to the late rockabilly musician Dexter Romweber. 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: Carly Rae Jepsen, "Call Me Maybe," Kiss, 604, 2012 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Grandaddy, "Blu Wav," Blu Wav, Dangerbird, 2024 Grandaddy, "You're Going to Be Fine and I'm Going to Hell," Blu Wav, Dangerbird, 2024 Grandaddy, "Jukebox App," Blu Wav, Dangerbird, 2024 Grandaddy, "Ducky, Boris and Dart," Blu Wav, Dangerbird, 2024 Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, "Jackson," Carryin' On with Johnny Cash & June Carter, Columbia, 1967 *NSYNC, "It Makes Me Ill," No Strings Attached, Jive, 2000 Shania Twain, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!," Come On Over, Mercury, 1997 Donny Osmond & Chorus, "I'll Make a Man Out of You," Mulan: An Original Walt Disney Records Soundtrack, Walt Disney, 1998 Art Brut, "Formed a Band," Bang Bang Rock & Roll, Fierce Panda, 2005 Joey Scarbury, "Theme from The Greatest American Hero (Believe It or Not)," America's Greatest Hero, Elektra, 1981 The 5th Dimension, "Wedding Bell Blues," The Age of Aquarius, Soul City, 1969 Kenny Rogers, "Islands In the Stream (duet with Dolly Parton)," Eyes That See in the Dark, RCA Victor, 1983 The Rocky Horror Picture Show Original Cast , "Rose Tint My World (feat. Richard O'Brien)," The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ode, 1975 Regulo Caro, "En Estos Días," En Estos Días, Del, 2018 Beyoncé, "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)," I Am...Sasha Fierce, Columbia, 2008 Radiohead, "Creep," Pablo Honey, Parlophone, 1992 Backstreet Boys, "I Want it That Way," Millennium, Jive, 1999 Prince, "When Doves Cry," Purple Rain, Warner Bros., 1984 Flat Duo Jets, "Frog Went a Courtin'," Go Go Harlem Baby, Sky, 1991 Flat Duo Jets, "Riot In Cell Block Number Nine," In Stereo, Dolphin, 1985 The Roots, "You Got Me (feat. Erykah Badu & Eve)," Things Fall Apart, MCA, 1999 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 6, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that can make a solid claim to being from the first "heavy metal" band. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 1, 2024

Host Jim DeRogatis talks with Chicago alt-rock legend, Louise Post, a guitarist, singer, and cofounder of the band Veruca Salt. The hosts also review new albums from post-punk Brits IDLES and guitar master Mary Timony. 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: Louise Post, "Guilty," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Idles, "Dancer," Tangk, Partisan, 2024 Idles, "Grace," Tangk, Partisan, 2024 Idles, "Hall & Oates," Tangk, Partisan, 2024 Mary Timony, "Looking for the Sun," Untame the Tiger, Merge, 2024 Mary Timony, "No Thirds," Untame the Tiger, Merge, 2024 Mary Timony, "The Guest," Untame the Tiger, Merge, 2024 Mary Timony, "Dominoes," Untame the Tiger, Merge, 2024 Veruca Salt, "Seether," American Thighs, Minty Fresh, 1994 Louise Post, "What About," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023 VEYLS, "Life Support," Widow EP, Velveteen, 2023 Louise Post, "Killer," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023 Louise Post, "God I Know," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023 Gwyneth Paltrow and Huey Lewis, "Cruisin'," Duets: Original Soundtrack, Hollywood, 2000 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 28, 2024

In this bonus episode, we pay tribute to Damo Suzuki of Can, who died February 9 at age 74. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 23, 2024

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late singer, songwriter and guitarist Wayne Kramer of the MC5. They’ll revisit their past interview with him and talk about his life, music and the power of collaboration. Plus, the hosts will review the new album from Brittany Howard. 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 MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Brittany Howard, "What Now," What Now, Island, 2024 Brittany Howard, "Another Day," What Now, Island, 2024 Brittany Howard, "Prove It To You," What Now, Island, 2024 Brittany Howard, "To Be Still," What Now, Island, 2024 MC5, "Motor City Is Burning," Kick Out the James, Elektra, 1969 MC5, "Ramblin' Rose," Kick Out the James, Elektra, 1969 MC5, "The American Ruse," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970 MC5, "Rocket Reducer N. 62 (Rama Lama Fa Fa Fa)," Kick Out the James, Elektra, 1969 MC5, "Gotta Keep Movin'," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970 MC5, "Sister Anne," High Time, Atlantic, 1971 Wayne Kramer, "Poison," The Hard Stuff, Epitaph, 1995 MC5, "Starship," Kick Out the James, Elektra, 1969 The Stooges, "Search and Destroy," Raw Power, Columbia, 1973 Ted Nugent, "Cat Scratch Fever," Cat Scratch Fever, Epic, 1977 Wayne Kramer, "Crack in the Universe," The Hard Stuff, Epitaph, 1995 MC5, "Looking At You," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970 MC5, "Future/Now," High Time, Atlantic, 1971 MC5, "Let Me Try," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970 Louise Post, "Don't Give Up," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 22, 2024

In this bonus episode we pay tribute to Mojo Nixon (Neill Kirby McMillan Jr.), a consummate showman with a love for the working class, who died February 7. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 16, 2024

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. There's also an interview with Bernard Purdie. 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, "Come Together," Abbey Road, Apple, 1969 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 James Brown, "Funky Drummer," Funky Drummer (single), King, 1970 Wild Flag, "Romance," Wild Flag, Merge, 2011 Little Richard And His Band, "Heeby-Jeebies," She's Got It (single), Specialty, 1956 Michael Jackson, "Billie Jean," Thriller, Epic, 1982 Earth Wind and Fire, "Can't Hide Love," Gratitude, Columbia, 1975 Rush, "Tom Sawyer," Moving Pictures, Mercury, 1981 Elvin Jones, "Agappe Love," Poly-Currents, Blue Note, 1970 The Rolling Stones, "Paint It Black," Paint It Black (single), Decca, 1966 Battles, "Atlas," Mirrored, Warp, 2007 Can, "Paperhouse," Tago Mago, United Artists, 1971 The Who, "Young Man Blues," Live at Leeds, Decca, 1970 The Who, "I Can See For Miles," I Can See For Miles (single), Track, 1967 Dennis Coffey, "Scorpio," Evolution, Sussex, 1971 Queen, "Fat Bottomed Girls," Jazz, EMI, 1978 Violent Femmes, "Blister In the Sun," Blister in the Sun (single), Slash, 1983 Phil Collins, "In The Air Tonight," Face Value, Virgin, 1981 Fela Kuti, "Zombie," Zombie, Coconut, 1976 Aretha Franklin, "Rock Steady," Rock Steady (single), Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zepplin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "Stairway To Heaven," Led Zepplin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Public Image Ltd., "Under the House," The Flowers of Romance, Virgin, 1981 Led Zeppelin, "When the Levee Breaks," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Sleater-Kinney, "Youth Decay," All Hands on the Bad One, Kill Rock Stars, 2000 XTC, "Senses Working Overtime," English Settlement, Virgin, 1982 James Brown, "I Got the Feelin'," I Got the Feelin', King, 1968 Rolling Stones, "Honky Tonk Woman," Honky Tonk Woman (Single), Decca, 1969 The Stairsteps, "O-o-h Child," O-o-h Child (single), Buddah, 1970 Doris Troy, "Just One Look," Just One Look (single), Atlantic, 1963 Gil Scott-Heron, "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised," The Revolution Will Not Be Televised, Flying Dutchman, 1974 The Exciters, "Tell Him," Tell Him (single), United Artists, 1962 Melvin Bliss, "Synthetic Substitution," Reward (single), Sunburst, 1973 Public Enemy, "Don't Believe The Hype," It Takes a Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back, Def Jam, 1988 Ultra Magnetic M.C.s, "Ego Trippin'," Ego Trippin' (single), Next Plateau, 1986 Naughty By Nature, "O.P.P. (instrumental version)," O.P.P. (single), Tommy Boy, 1991 EPMD, "I'm Housin'," Strictly Business, Fresh, 1988 Wale, "Lacefrontin'," The Eleven One Eleven Theory, Maybach Music, 2011 Steely Dan, "Home At Last," Aja, ABC, 1977 The MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 14, 2024

In this bonus episode we pay tribute to Mary Weiss, the leader of the Shangri-Las, who died in January. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 9, 2024

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are taking a sonic vacation from another dreary winter by sharing their favorite songs about getting away! They also hear selections from the production staff and they review the new record from Kali Uchis. 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: Lenny Kravitz, "Fly Away," 5, Virgin, 1998 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Kali Uchis, "¿Cómo Así?," Orquídeas, Geffen, 2024 Kali Uchis, "Me Pongo Loca," Orquídeas, Geffen, 2024 Kali Uchis, "Pensamientos Intrusivos," Orquídeas, Geffen, 2024 Kali Uchis, "Igual Que Un Ángel," Orquídeas, Geffen, 2024 Weezer, "Island in the Sun," Weezer (Green Album), Geffen, 2001 The Ventures, "Hawaii Five-O," Hawaii Five-O, Liberty, 1969 The Beginning of the End, "Funky Nassau Pt. 1," Funky Nassau, Alston, 1971 Guided By Voices, "Motor Away," Alien Lanes, Matador, 1995 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021 Willie Nelson, "On the Road Again," Honeysuckle Rose, Columbia, 1980 Pink Floyd, "Point Me at the Sky," Point Me at the Sky (Single), EMI, 1968 Joni Mitchell, "Free Man in Paris," Court and Spark, Asylum, 1974 Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers, "I Love Hot Nights," Modern Lovers 88, Rounder, 1988 Big Star, "The India Song," #1 Record, Ardent, 1972 Ronnie Spector & The E Street Band, "Say Goodbye To Hollywood," Say Goodbye To Hollywood (Single), Epic, 1977 Summer Salt, "Driving to Hawaii," Driving to Hawaii, Cherry Lime, 2014 Kraftwerk, "Europe Endless," Trans-Europe Express, Capitol, 1977 Bronski Beat, "Small Town Boy," The Age of Consent, London, 1984 A Tribe Called Quest, "I Left My Wallet in El Segundo," People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm, Jive, 1990 Rihanna, "Desperado," Anti, Westbury Road, 2016 The B-52's, "Roam," Cosmic Thing, Reprise, 1989 Eleanor Friedberger, "It's Hard," Rebound, French Kiss, 2018 James Brown, "Funky Drummer (Pt. 1 & 2)," Funky Drummer (Single), King, 1970 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 7, 2024

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that a rock critic colleague just rediscovered on "a CD odyssey." 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 2, 2024

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/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: La Rosa Noir, "Red Motorcycle," Red Motorcycle EP, My Grito Industries, 2023 The Beatles , "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Courtney Hadwin, "Monsters," Monsters (Single), Syco, 2023 Sprints, "Ticking," Letter to Self, City Slang, 2024 Enhypen, "Sweet Venom (english version)," Orange Blood EP, Belift Lab, 2023 Yussef Dayes, "Rust (feat. Tom Misch)," Black Classical Music, Nonesuch, 2023 Katy Kirby , "Table," Blue Raspberry, ANTI-, 2024 Pozi, "Pest Control," Smiling Pools, Prah, 2023 Blusher, "Rave Angel," Rave Angel (Single), Atlantic, 2024 Maggie Lindemann, "Hostage," Hostage (Single), SWIXXZ, 2024 The Sunshine State, "Dating a Drug Dealer," In Another Life EP, Self-Released, 2022 The Last Dinner Party, "Sinner," Prelude to Ecstasy, Island, 2024 Kaleah Lee, "Rotting Fruit," Rotting Fruit (Single), Kaleah Lee, 2024 Slow Pulp, "Cramps," Yard, Anti-, 2023 Allie X, "Girl With No Face," Girl With No Face (Single), Twin, 2023 The Shangri-Las, "Remember (Walking in the Sand)," Leader of the Pack, Red Bird, 1965 The Shangri-Las, "Past, Present and Future," Past, Present and Future (Single), Red Bird, 1966 Lindsey Buckingham, "Holiday Road," Holiday Road (Single), Warner Bros., 1983 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 31, 2024

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 26, 2024

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/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: Jamila Woods, "Tiny Garden (feat. duendita)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023 André 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, 2023 André 3000, "Dreams Once Buried Beneath the Dungeon Floor Slowly Sprout into Undying Gardens," New Blue Sun, Epic, 2023 André 3000, "BuyPoloDisorder's Daughter Wears a 3000® Button Down Embroidered," New Blue Sun, Epic, 2023 MJ Lenderman, "Live Jack (Live)," And the Wind (Live and Loose!), Anti-, 2023 MJ Lenderman, "Knockin' (Live)," And the Wind (Live and Loose!), Anti-, 2023 MJ Lenderman, "Dan Marino (Live)," And the Wind (Live and Loose!), Anti-, 2023 Jamila Woods, "Good News," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023 Jamila Woods, "Practice (feat. Saba)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023 Jamila Woods, "Bugs," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023 Jamila Woods, "Thermostat (feat. Peter CottonTale)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023 Jamila Woods, "Send a Dove," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023 Jamila Woods, "I Miss All My Exes (feat. Gia Margaret)," Water Made Us, Jagjaguwar, 2023 NNAMDÏ, "Armoire," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022 Pozi, "Pest Control," Smiling Pools, Prah, 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 24, 2024

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 19, 2024

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

Jan 17, 2024

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 Menconi . 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 12, 2024

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/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, "Lily, Rosemary and the Jack of Hearts," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Shelter from the Storm," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Idiot Wind (Take 6)," The Bootleg Series Vol. 14: More Blood, More Tracks, Columbia, 2018 Bob Dylan, "Idiot Wind," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Buckets of Rain," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "You're a Big Girl Now," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "Tangled Up In Blue (Take 3, Remake 2)," The Bootleg Series Volumes 1–3 (Rare & Unreleased) 1961–1991, Columbia, 1991 Bob Dylan, "Tangled Up In Blue," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Bob Dylan, "If You See Her, Say Hello," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 Alabama 3, "Woke Up This Morning (Chosen One Mix)," Woke Up This Morning (Chosen One Mix) (Single), Geffen, 2000 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 10, 2024

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 5, 2024

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/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: Olivia Rodrigo, "Vampire," GUTS, Geffen, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Moody Blues, "Go Now!," The Magnificent Moodies, Decca, 1965 The Pogues, "Fairytale of New York (feat. Kirsty MacColl)," If I Should Fall from Grace with God, Warner, 1988 The Del-Lords, "Burning In The Flame Of Love," Frontier Days, EMI, 1984 Dwight Twilley Band, "I'm On Fire," Sincerely, Shelter, 1976 Dua Lipa, "Dance The Night," Barbie The Album, Atlantic, Warner Bros., Mattel, 2023 SZA, "Kill Bill (feat. Doja Cat)," Kill Bill (feat. Doja Cat) (Single), Top Dawg, RCA, 2023 XG, "LEFT RIGHT," SHOOTING STAR - Single, XGALX, 2023 PinkPantheress & Ice Spice, "Boy's a liar, Pt. 2," Boy's a liar, Pt. 2 (Single), Warner Music, 2023 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "White Beretta," Weathervanes, Southeastern, Thirty Tigers, 2023 Shame, "Fingers of Steel," Food for Worms, Dead Oceans, 2023 Miley Cyrus, "Flowers," Endless Summer, Columbia, 2023 Ratboys, "Crossed That Line," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 RVG, "Midnight Sun," Brain Worms, Fire, 2023 The Rain Parade, "Last Rays of a Dying Sun," Last Rays of a Dying Sun, Label 51, 2023 Sara Noelle, "Dry the Rain," Dry the Rain (Single), Sara Noelle, 2023 Ladytron, "City of Angels," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023 Ric Wilson, Chromeo & A-Trak, "Everyone Moves To LA (feat. Felicia Douglass)," CLUSTERFUNK, Free Disco/Empire, 2023 Butcher Brown, "MOVE (RIDE) (feat. Jay Prince)," Solar Music, Concord, 2023 Avalon Emerson, "Sandrail Silouette," & The Charm, Another Dove/One House, 2023 Bob Dylan, "Tangled Up in Blue," Blood on the Tracks, Columbia, 1975 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 3, 2024

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 29, 2023

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, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Boygenius, "True Blue," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Without You Without Them," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Letter to An Old Poet," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "20," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Satanist," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Emily, I'm Sorry," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Anti-Curse," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Wild Flag, "Glass Tambourine," Wild Flag, Merge, 2011 Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt, "After the Gold Rush," Trio II, Asylum, 1999 Big Freedia, "Big Tyme (feat. Kamaiyah)," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 27, 2023

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 22, 2023

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/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: Lenny Dee, "Sleigh Ride," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Randall Dienna, "The Snowman Song," (Single), unknown, unknown Amelia Ferencz, "Bright Star Shining In The Sky," (Single), unknown, unknown Eugenia Adams, "I’m Santa Claus," (Single), M.S.R., unknown Beatrice Seira, "Stranger In The Manger," 1978 Christmas Album, M.S.R., 1978 Donald J. Nason, "Green Christmas Blues," (Single), Unknown, Unknown Unknown, "Santa Claus is Comin' (Electro Cheese)," (Single), Unknown, unknown Raymond F Moberly, "What Is Christmas?," 1977 Christmas Album, M.S.R., 1977 Dick Kent, "Is Santa The Man In The Moon?," (Single), M.S.R., unknown Cara Stewart , "On Christmas Eve," (Single), Blue Moon, unknown George Kovacs, "Merry Christmas Someone," (Single), unknown, 1963 Sue Meadows, "My Christmas Tree," (Single), unknown, 1970 Lenny Dee, "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961 Heather Noel, "Santa Came On A Nuclear Missile," (Single), unknown, 1974 Bobbie Boyle (w/ the Sisterhood), "Santa Claus Goes Modern," Peace Is A Song To Cherish, M.S.R., unknown The Sisterhood, "The Rocking Disco Santa," (Single), M.S.R., unknown Mary White, "Rudolph Pouts," (Single), Cowtown, 1960 Boygenius, "20," the record, Interscope, 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 20, 2023

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 15, 2023

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/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, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Ladytron, "We Never Went Away," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023 Kelela, "Contact," Raven, Warp, 2023 Underscores, "Locals (Girls like us)," Wallsocket, Mom + Pop, Corporate Rockmusic, 2023 Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023 Genesis Owusu, "Leaving The Light," Struggler, Ourness, AWAL, 2023 Kicksie, "Sinking In," Slouch, Counter Intuitive, 2023 Big Freedia, "Booty Like A Drummer," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023 Mitski, "Bug Like an Angel," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Joanna Sternberg, "I've Got Me," I've Got Me, Fat Possum, 2023 Louise Post, "God I Know," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "Burning Grey," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Troye Sivan, "Got Me Started," Something To Give Each Other, EMI Australia, Capitol, 2023 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Save the World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, Thirty Tigers, 2023 Young Fathers, "Drum," Heavy Heavy, Ninja Tune, 2023 Lydia Loveless, "Runaway," Nothing's Gonna Stand in My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023 billy woods and Kenny Segal, "FaceTime (feat. Samuel T. Herring)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, Fat Possum, 2023 boygenius, "Satanist," the record, Interscope, 2023 Wednesday, "Quarry," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Mary White, "Rudolph Pouts," Rudolph Pouts (Single), Cowtown, 1960 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 13, 2023

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 8, 2023

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

Dec 6, 2023

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Dec 1, 2023

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/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: Lou Reed, "Walk on the Wild Side," Transformer, RCA, 1972 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Sunday Morning," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Heroin," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Velvet Underground, "Pale Blue Eyes," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969 Lou Reed, "Coney Island Baby," Coney Island Baby, RCA, 1975 The Velvet Underground, "Some Kinda Love," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969 Lou Reed, "How Do You Think It Feels," Berlin, RCA, 1973 Lou Reed, "Perfect Day," Transformer, RCA, 1972 The Velvet Underground, "Sweet Jane," Loaded, Cotillion, 1970 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "I'll Be Your Mirror," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Velvet Underground, "Candy Says," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969 John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 29, 2023

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 24, 2023

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/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: Sly and the Family Stone, "Everyday People," Stand!, Epic, 1969 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Robert Finley, "Waste of Time," Black Bayou, Easy Eye, 2023 Robert Finley, "What Goes Around (Comes Around)," Black Bayou, Easy Eye, 2023 Robert Finley, "Nobody Wants To Be Lonely," Black Bayou, Easy Eye, 2023 Robert Finley, "Gospel Blues," Black Bayou, Easy Eye, 2023 The Feelies, "Oh! Sweet Nuthin'," Some Kinda Love: The Feelies Performing the Music of the Velvet Underground, Bar None, 2023 The Feelies, "What Goes On," Some Kinda Love: The Feelies Performing the Music of the Velvet Underground, Bar None, 2023 The Feelies, "All Tomorrow's Parties," Some Kinda Love: The Feelies Performing the Music of the Velvet Underground, Bar None, 2023 The Feelies, "I'm Waiting For the Man," Some Kinda Love: The Feelies Performing the Music of the Velvet Underground, Bar None, 2023 Sly and the Family Stone, "I Ain't Got Nobody (For Real)," Dance To The Music, Epic, 1968 Sly and the Family Stone, "Advice," A Whole New Thing, Epic, 1967 Sly and the Family Stone, "I Hate To Love Her," A Whole New Thing, Epic, 1967 Ike and Tina Turner, "Bold Soul Sister," The Hunter, Blue Thumb, 1969 Sly and the Family Stone, "Dance To The Music," Dance To The Music, Epic, 1968 The Roots, "Star/Pointro," The Tipping Point, Geffen, 2004 Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)," Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) (Single), Epic, 1969 Bobby Freeman, "C'mon and Swim," C'mon and Swim (Single), Autumn, 1964 Sly and the Family Stone, "Family Affair," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "Hot Fun in the Summertime," Hot Fun in the Summertime (Single), Epic, 1969 Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You For Talking To Me Africa," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "Brave and Strong," There's A Riot Goin' On, Epic, 1971 Sly and the Family Stone, "You Can Make It If You Try (Live)," Stand!, Epic, 1969 Sly and the Family Stone, "We Love All," Dance To The Music (2007 version), Epic, 1968 Sly and the Family Stone, "Color Me True," Dance To The Music (Single), Epic, 1968 Lou Reed, "Walk on the Wild Side," Transformer, RCA, 1972 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 22, 2023

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 17, 2023

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/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: Natalie Merchant, "Kind and Generous," Ophelia, Elektra, 1998 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Big Star, "Thank You Friends," Third, PVC, 1977 Sister Sledge, "We Are Family," We Are Family, Atlantic, 1979 Earth, Wind & Fire, "Gratitude," Gratitude, Columbia, 1975 Tyler, The Creator, "GONE, GONE / THANK YOU," IGOR, Columbia, 2019 Bonnie Raitt, "Thank You," Bonnie Raitt, Warner Bros., 1971 Lucinda Williams, "Stowaway in Your Heart," Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone, Highway 20, 2014 Fall Out Boy, "Thnks Fr Th Mmrs," Infinity On High, Island, 2007 Chance The Rapper, "Blessings (feat. Jamila Woods)," Coloring Book, Self-Released, 2016 Andrew Gold, "Thank You For Being A Friend," All This and Heaven Too, Asylum, 1978 The Kinks, "Days," Days (Single), Pye 7N 17573, 1968 Dido, "Thank You," No Angel, Cheeky, 1999 Descendants, "Thank You," Everything Sucks, Epitaph, 1996 Third Eye Blind, "Thanks a Lot," Third Eye Blind, Elektra, 1997 Alanis Morissette, "Thank U," Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie, Maverick, Reprise, 1998 The Flaming Lips, "Do You Realize??," Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Warner, 2002 Origami Angel, "Thank You, New Jersey," The Brightest Days, Counter Intuitive, 2023 The Intruders, "Be Thankful For What You Got," Energy of Love, TSOP, Philadelphia International, 1974 Sly and the Family Stone, "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)," Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) (Single), Epic, 1969 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 15, 2023

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/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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 10, 2023

We talk with rapper Vic Mensa, whose sophomore album, Victor, just came out. We discuss his activism and entrepreneurial ventures as well as the life changes he made after a bad car accident. We kick things off by talking with Rolling Stone’s Althea Legaspi about her recent article on the challenges female music journalists face. 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 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Featured Songs: Vic Mensa, "Blue Eyes," Victor, Roc Nation, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Vic Mensa, "Victor," Victor, Roc Nation, 2023 Vic Mensa, "Southside Story (feat. Common)," Victor, Roc Nation, 2023 Vic Mensa, "Eastside Girl (Feat. Ty Dolla $ign)," Victor, Roc Nation, 2023 Intruders, "Be Thankful For What You Got," Energy of Love, TSOP, Philadelphia International, 1974 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 8, 2023

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/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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 3, 2023

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/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: Biz Markie, "Just a Friend," The Biz Never Sleeps, Cold Chillin', 1989 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Cleo Sol, "In Your Own Home," Gold, Forever Loving Originals, 2023 Cleo Sol, "There Will Be No Crying," Gold, Forever Loving Originals, 2023 Cleo Sol, "Please Don't End It All," Gold, Forever Loving Originals, 2023 Cleo Sol, "Lost Angel," Gold, Forever Loving Originals, 2023 boygenius, "Black Hole," the rest, Interscope, 2023 boygenius, "Powers," the rest, Interscope, 2023 boygenius, "Afraid of Heights," the rest, Interscope, 2023 Cherry Glazerr, "Bad Habit," I Don't Want You Anymore, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Cherry Glazerr, "Soft Like a Flower," I Don't Want You Anymore, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Cherry Glazerr, "Eat You Like a Pill," I Don't Want You Anymore, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Cherry Glazerr, "I Don't Want You Anymore," I Don't Want You Anymore, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Biz Markie, "Nobody Beats the Biz," Goin' Off, Cold Chillin', 1988 Biz Markie, "Alone Again," I Need a Haircut, Cold Chillin', 1991 Muddy Waters, "She's Alright," Electric Mud, Cadet/Chess, 1968 Vic Mensa, "Blue Eyes," Victor, Roc Nation, 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nov 1, 2023

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/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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 27, 2023

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/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: Roky Erickson, "Two Headed Dog (Red Temple Prayer)," The Evil One, Restless, 1987 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Bobby (Boris) Pickett And The Crypt-Kickers, "Monster Mash," Monster Mash (Single), Garpax, 1962 New York Dolls, "Frankenstein," New York Dolls, Mercury, 1973 The Cramps, "Human Fly," Human Fly (Single), Vengence, 1978 The Fall-Outs, "Zombie," Sleep, Super Electro Sound, 1994 The Decemberists, "Shankill Butchers," The Crane Wife, Capitol, 2006 Warren Zevon, "Werewolves Of London," "The Color Of Money" - The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, MCA, 1986 Roky Erickson, "I Walked With A Zombie," The Evil One, Restless, 1987 TV On The Radio, "Wolf Like Me," Return to Cookie Mountain, Touch and Go, 2006 Concrete Blonde, "Bloodletting (The Vampire Song)," Bloodletting, I.R.S., 1990 OutKast, "Dracula's Wedding (feat. Kelis)," Speakerboxxx / The Love Below, Arista, 2003 American Werewolves, "Teenage Ghouls Out For Blood," We Won't Stay Dead, Self-Released, 2003 Oingo Boingo, "Dead Man's Party," Dead Man's Party, MCA, 1985 Blue Oyster Cult, "Godzilla," Spectres, Columbia, 1987 Donovan, "Season Of The Witch," Sunshine Superman, Epic, 1966 Shygirl, "SIREN," Alias, Because, 2020 Mastodon, "Creature Lives," The Hunter, Reprise, 2011 Florence and the Machine, "Howl," Lungs, Island, 2009 Kanye West, "Monster (feat. Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj and Bon Iver)," My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, Roc‐A‐Fella, 2010 Alice In Chains, "Man In The Box," Facelift, Columbia, 1990 Dr. Octagon, "Halfsharkalligatorhalfman," Dr. Octagon, Bulk, 1996 Dave Edmunds , "The Creature from the Black Lagoon," Repeat When Necessary, Swan Song, 1979 The Misfits, "Die Monster Die," Famous Monsters, Roadrunner, 1999 Biz Markie, "Just a Friend," The Biz Never Sleeps, Cold Chillin', 1989 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 25, 2023

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/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 20, 2023

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/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: Wednesday, "Chosen to Deserve," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 CMAT, "California," Crazymad, For Me, AWAL, 2023 CMAT, "Where Are Your Kids Tonight_ (feat. John Grant)," Crazymad, For Me, AWAL, 2023 CMAT, "Such A Miranda," Crazymad, For Me, AWAL, 2023 CMAT, "Can't Make Up My Mind," Crazymad, For Me, AWAL, 2023 Wednesday, "Got Shocked," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Wednesday, "Bull Believer," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Wednesday, "Bath County," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Wednesday, "Quarry," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Geese, "Cowboy Nudes," 3D Country, Partisan/Play It Again Sam, 2023 Jess Williamson, "Hunter," Time Ain't Accidental, Mexican Summer, 2023 Brontez Purnell, "Blues of Every Night," No Jack Swing, Dark Entries/Papi Juice, 2023 Melody Angel, "Blues In My Hands," Indie Blues Girl, One Melody Publishing BMI, 2023 Lady Gaga, "Monster," The Fame Monster, Interscope, 2009 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 18, 2023

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/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 13, 2023

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/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: Kid Cudi, "Day 'n' Nite (Nightmare)," Man on the Moon: The End of the Day, Dream On, GOOD, Universal Motown, 2009 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Handsome Family, "The King of Everthing," Hollow, Loose Music, 2023 The Handsome Family, "Skunks," Hollow, Loose Music, 2023 The Handsome Family, "Mothballs," Hollow, Loose Music, 2023 The Handsome Family, "Good Night," Hollow, Loose Music, 2023 Lydia Loveless, "Sex and Money," Nothing's Gonna Stand In My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023 Lydia Loveless, "Toothache," Nothing's Gonna Stand In My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023 Lydia Loveless, "French Restaurant," Nothing's Gonna Stand In My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023 Lydia Loveless, "Summerlong," Nothing's Gonna Stand In My Way Again, Bloodshot, 2023 DJ Shadow, "Midnight In a Perfect World," Endtroducing....., Mo' Wax, 1996 Ray Charles, "(Night Time Is) The Right Time," (Night Time Is) The Right Time (Single), Atlantic, 1958 The Weeknd, "Wicked Games," House of Balloons, Universal Republic, 2011 Patti Smith Group, "Because the Night," Easter, Arista, 1978 Harry Styles, "Late Night Talking," Harry's House, Columbia, 2022 Lucy Dacus, "Night Shift," Historian, Matador, 2018 R.E.M., "Nightswimming," Automatic For The People, Warner Bros., 1992 Tesla Boy, "Spirit of the Night," The Tesla Boy - EP, Mullet, 2009 Paul Simon, "Late In the Evening," One-Trick Pony, Warner Bros., 1980 The Police, "Bring On the Night," Reggatta de Blanc, A&M, 1979 Bauhaus, "Dark Entries," In the Flat Field, 4AD, 1980 Phil Collins, "In the Air Tonight," Face Value, Atlantic, 1981 Françoise Hardy, "La nuit est sur la ville," Mon amie la rose, Disques Vogue, 1964 Wednesday, "Chosen to Deserve," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 11, 2023

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 .

Oct 6, 2023

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/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: Jenny Lewis feat. The Watson Twins, "Rise up With Fists!! (Live on Sound Opinions)," Rabbit Fur Coat, Team Love, 2006 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 the Jimi Hendrix Experience, "The Wind Cries Mary," The Wind Cries Mary (Single), Reprise, 1967 Jon Brion, "Magnolia," Magnolia: Music from the Motion Picture, Reprise, 1999 Jon Brion, "I Believe She's Lying," Meaningless, Straight to Cut-Out, 2001 Jon Brion, "Eternal Sunshine (Live on Sound Opinions)," Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Hollywood, 2004 Jenny Lewis feat. The Watson Twins, "The Charging Sky (Live on Sound Opinions)," Rabbit Fur Coat, Team Love, 2006 The Mekons, "Last Dance (Live on Sound Opinions)," Fear and Whiskey, Sin, 1985 Hüsker Dü, "Whatever," Zen Arcade, SST, 1984 Hüsker Dü, "Eight Miles High," Eight Miles High (Single), SST, 1984 Bob Mould, "Hold On (Live on Sound Opinions)," Patch the Sky, Merge, 2016 Patti Smith Group, "Because the Night," Easter, Arista, 1978 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Oct 4, 2023

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/1703257857 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 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sep 29, 2023

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, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Jlin, "Paradigm," Perspective, Planet Mu, 2023 Buck Curran, "Prometheus," Immortal Light, Obsolete, 2023 Eric Nam, "Sink or Swim," House on a Hill, Eric Nam Company, 2023 MSPAINT, "Delete It (feat. Militarie Gun)," Post-American, Convulse , 2023 CIVIC, "Hourglass," Hourglass (Single), ATO, 2023 John Francis Flynn, "Mole in The Ground," Look Over The Wall, See The Sky, River Lea, 2023 Moonkill, "Dead Holiday," The Kong Sessions, Self Released, 2023 Mary Ocher, "Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs)," Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs) (Single), Copyright Control, 2023 Nation of Language, "Sole Obsession," Strange Disciple, PIAS, 2023 Helaine Vis, "No Sugar," No Sugar (Single), Springstoff, 2023 Infinity Song, "Hater's Anthem," Hater's Anthem (Single), Roc Nation, 2023 The Sunshine State, "Dating a Drug Dealer," In Another Life, The Sunshine State, 2022 Chuck Strangers, "Prospect Park West," The Boys & Girls, Lex, 2023 Madame Reaper & the Gentlemen's Club, "Goblina," Madame Reaper's Gentlemen's Club, The Club, 2023 Deeper, "Tele," Careful!, Sub Pop, 2023 The Jogo Project, "JoGo Christmas (feat. Sugar Bear)," JoGo Christmas (feat. Sugar Bear) (Single), EJB Productions, 2020 Jenny Lewis feat. The Watson Twins, "Rise up With Fists!! (Live on Sound Opinions)," Rabbit Fur Coat, Team Love, 2006 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 27, 2023

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/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 22, 2023

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, 1967 Mitski, "Bug Like An Angel," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Mitski, "Buffalo Replaced," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Mitski, "I Love Me After You," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Mitski, "The Deal," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "Tell Me Something I Don't Know," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "Art Dealers," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "King of the Jews," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "The Party's Over," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "Sleaze Me On," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Mitski, "I'm Your Man," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "Baba Louie," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "Burning Grey," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "Take Over the World," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "The Mountain (feat. Jason Ajemian)," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Tracy Chapman, "Talkin' Bout a Revolution," Tracy Chapman, Elektra, 1988 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Even the Losers," Damn the Torpedoes, MCA, 1979 Mink DeVille, "Spanish Stroll," Cabretta, Capitol, 1977 Garrett T. Capps, "Born in San Antone," Y Los Lonely Hipsters, Suburban Haste, 2016 Bob Dylan, "Visions of Johanna," Blonde on Blonde, Columbia, 1966 Mott the Hoople, "I Wish I Was Your Mother," Mott, Columbia, 1973 Johnny Cash, "Solitary Man," American III: Solitary Man, American Recordings, 2000 Andrew Bird, "Oh No," Noble Beast, Fat Possum, 2009 Echo & the Bunnymen, "The Killing Moon," Ocean Rain, Sire, 1984 Sammy Davis Jr., "Mr. Bojangles," Mr. Bojangles (Single), MGM, 1972 The Dictators, "The Next Big Thing," Go Girl Crazy!, Epic, 1975 Eskmo, "Billions Title & Recap," Billions Original Series Soundtrack, Milan, 2017 Mary Ocher, "Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs)," Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs) (Single), Copyright Control, 2023 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 20, 2023

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/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 15, 2023

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, 1967 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Noname, "gospel? (feat. $ilkMoney, billy woods & STOUT)," Sundial, self-released, 2023 Ratboys, "The Window," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 Ratboys, "Making Noise for the Ones You Love," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 Ratboys, "Empty," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 Ratboys, "Black Earth, WI," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 Noname, "black mirror," Sundial, self-released, 2023 Noname, "namesake," Sundial, self-released, 2023 Noname, "potentially the interlude," Sundial, self-released, 2023 Kris Kristofferson, "Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down," Kristofferson, Monument, 1970 Stevie Wonder, "Happier Than The Morning Sun," Music of My Mind, Tamla, 1972 Nina Simone, "Feeling Good," I Put A Spell On You, Phillips, 1965 The Polyphonic Spree, "Light & Day/Reach for the Sun," The Beginning Stages of..., Good, 2002 Margot 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, 2015 Harry Nilsson, "Gotta Get Up," Nilsson Schmilsson, RCA Victor, 1971 Kurt Vile, "Wakin On a Pretty Day," Wakin On a Pretty Daze, Matador, 2013 Bill Withers, "Lovely Day," Menagerie, Columbia, 1977 Joni Mitchell, "Chelsea Morning," Clouds, A&M, 1969 The The, "This Is the Day," Soul Mining, Some Bizarre/Epic, 1983 Beck, "Morning," Morning Phase, Captiol, 2014 Outkast, "Git Up, Git Out (feat. Goodie Mob)," Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik, Arista, LaFace, 1994 Juice Newton, "Angel of the Morning," Juice, Captiol, 1981 Echo & the Bunnymen, "The Killing Moon," Ocean Rain, Sire, 1984 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 13, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 8, 2023

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

Sep 6, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 1, 2023

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, 1983 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Big Freedia, "Gin In My System," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023 Big Freedia, "Booty Like A Drummer," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023 Big Freedia, "Life Lessons," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023 Big Freedia, "Pepto Interlude," Central City, Queen Diva, 2023 Mitski, "Working for the Knife," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 Margo Price, "Pay Gap," All American Made, Third Man, 2017 Dolly Parton, "9 To 5," 9 to 5 and Odd Jobs, RCA Victor, 1980 The Animals, "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place," Animal Tracks, MGM, 1965 John Lennon, "Working Class Hero," John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, Apple, 1970 Van Morrison, "Cleaning Windows," Beautiful Vision, Mercury, 1982 Rhymefest, "Good Ass Job," Rhymefest Presents Raw Dawg, Self Released, 2001 Sam Cooke, "Chain Gang," Swing Low, RCA Victor, 1961 R.E.M., "Finest Worksong," Document, I.R.S., 1987 The Clash, "Career Opportunities," The Clash, CBS, 1977 Bob Marley & The Wailers, "Night Shift," Rastaman Vibration, Island, 1976 Lou Reed, "Don't Talk To Me About Work," Legendary Hearts, RCA , 1983 The Jam, "Smithers Jones," When We're Young (Single), Polydor, 1979 Flaming Lips, "Bad Days," Clouds Taste Metallic, Warner Bros, 1995 Al Green, "Perfect Day," Perfect Day (Single), Fat Possum, 2023 Lou Reed , "Perfect Day," Transformer, RCA, 1972 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 30, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 25, 2023

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, 2007 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Solomon Linda’s Evening Birds, "Mbube," Mbube (Single), Gallotone, 1939 Miriam Makeba, "Pata Pata," Pata Pata, Reprise, 1967 Ladysmith Black Mambazo, "Nomathemba," Amabutho, Gallo, 1973 Juluka, "Scatterlings of Africa," Scatterlings, Warner Bros., 1982 Brenda Fassie, "Vuli Ndlela," Memeza, CCP, 1997 Dolly Parton, "9 To 5," 9 to 5 and Odd Jobs, RCA Victor, 1980 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 23, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 18, 2023

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, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Band, "The Weight," Music From Big Pink, Capitol, 1968 Bob Dylan, "Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues," Highway 61 Revisited, Columbia , 1965 The Band, "Tears of Rage," Music From Big Pink, Capitol, 1968 RVG, "Midnight Sun," Brain Worms, Fire, 2023 The Rain Parade, "Last Rays of a Dying Sun," Last Rays of a Dying Sun, Flatiron, 2023 Laufey, "From The Start," Bewitched, AWAL, 2023 Bonny Doon, "Let There Be Music," Let There Be Music, ANTI-, 2023 Khazali, "Magic," Magic (Single), Khazaliverse, 2023 Frankie and the Witch Fingers, "Mild Davis," Data Doom, Greenway, 2023 Bdrmm, "It's Just a Bit of Blood," I Don't Know, Rock Action, 2023 Santa Chiara, "Visa," Imported, Kill Rock Stars, 2023 Fightmaster, "Bad Man," Bad Man (Single), Fightmaster Industries, 2023 Poison Ruïn, "Pinnacle of Ecstasy," Härvest, Relapse, 2023 boice, "The Wound Collector," Nevermind the Hardships, Rattlecat Entertainment, 2022 The Clientele, "Blue Over Blue," I Am Not There Anymore, Merge, 2023 Special Interest, "Disco 1.5," Disco 1.5 (Single), Rough Trade, 2023 Spiritual Camp, "Nah, That Ain't It," Nah, That Ain't It (Single), Blue Grape, 2023 Solomon Linda’s Evening Birds, "Mbube," Mbube (Single), Gallotone, 1939 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 16, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 11, 2023

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, 1988 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Blur, "St. Charles Square," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023 Blur, "The Narcissist," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023 Blur, "The Heights," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023 Blur, "The Ballad," The Ballad of Darren, Warner, 2023 Claud, "A Good Thing," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023 Claud, "The Moving On," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023 Claud, "Crumbs," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023 Claud, "Every Fucking Time," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023 Claud, "Wet," Supermodels, Saddest Factory, 2023 Living Colour, "Love Rears It's Ugly Head," Time's Up, Epic, 1990 Living Colour, "Solace Of You," Time's Up, Epic, 1990 Living Colour, "Time's Up," Time's Up, Epic, 1990 Living Colour, "Pride," Time's Up, Epic, 1990 Living Colour, "This Is the Life," Time's Up, Epic, 1990 Living Colour, "Information Overload," Time's Up, Epic, 1990 RVG, "Midnight Sun," Brain Worms, Fire, 2023 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 9, 2023

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/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 4, 2023

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, 1990 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Sinéad O'Connor, "Horse on the Highway (demo)," n/a, n/a, 2020 Sinéad O'Connor, "Trouble Will Soon Be Over," God Don't Never Change: The Songs of Blind Willie Johnson, Alligator, 2016 Sinéad O'Connor, "Last Day of Our Acquaintance," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990 Sinéad O'Connor, "Mandinka," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987 Sinéad O'Connor, "I Am Stretched on Your Grave," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990 Sinéad O'Connor, "Thank You For Hearing Me," Universal Mother, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1994 Sinéad O'Connor, "Marcus Garvey," Throw Down Your Arms, Chocolate and Vanilla, 2005 Sinéad O'Connor, "Jackie," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987 Sinéad O'Connor, "Peggy Gordon," Sean-Nós Nua, Vanguard, 2002 Sinéad O'Connor, "This Is a Rebel Song," Gospel Oak EP, Chrysalis, 1997 Living Colour, "Cult of Personality," Vivid, Epic, 1988 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 2, 2023

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/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 28, 2023

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, 2022 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 PJ Harvey, "Prayer at the Gate," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023 PJ Harvey, "I Inside the Old I Dying," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023 PJ Harvey, "Lwonesome Tonight," I Inside the Old Year Dying, Partisan, 2023 Robbie Fulks, "We Live A Long Time To Get Old," 13 Hillbilly Giants, Bloodshot, 2001 Win Stracke, "El-A-Noy," Songs of Old Town, Flair, 1968 John Prine, "A Good Time," Sweet Revenge, Atlantic, 1973 Wilco, "Cruel Country," Cruel Country, Legacy, 2022 Mekons, "Sin City," Honky Tonkin', Sin, 1987 Sundowners, "Sidewalks of Chicago," Chicago Country Legends, Bloodshot, 2003 Dolly Varden, "Not Ashamed," Mouthful of Lies, Mid-Fi, 1995 The Blacks, "Why Drunky," Down To The Promised Land - 5 Years Of Bloodshot Records, Bloodshot, 2000 Tony Bennett, "(I Left My Heart) in San Francisco," I Left My Heart in San Francisco, Columbia, 1962 Tony Bennett and Amy Winehouse, "Body and Soul," Duets II, Columbia, 2011 Living Colour, "Cult of Personality," Vivid, Epic, 1988 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 26, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 21, 2023

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, 1973 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Anohni and the Johnsons, "It Must Change," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Anohni and the Johnsons, "Scapegoat," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Anohni and the Johnsons, "You Be Free," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Anohni and the Johnsons, "Sliver Of Ice," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Bill Withers, "Lean On Me (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973 Lou Rawls, "St. James Infirmary," Live, Capitol, 1966 Bill Withers, "Three Nights and a Morning," Three Nights and a Morning (Single), Lotus, 1967 Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band, "Express Yourself," Express Yourself, Warner Bros, 1970 Bill Withers, "Harlem," Just As I Am, Sussex, 1971 Bill Withers, "Ain't No Sunshine," Just As I Am, Sussex, 1971 Bill Withers, "Use Me," Still Bill, Sussex, 1972 Grace Jones, "Use Me," Nightclubbing, Island, 1981 Liza Minnelli, "Use Me," The Singer, CBS, 1973 Bill Withers, "I Can't Write Left-Handed (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973 Bill Withers, "Friend of Mine (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973 Bill Withers, "Grandma's Hand (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973 Bill Withers, "Harlem/Cold Baloney," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973 Lauryn Hill, "The Mystery of Iniquity," MTV Unplugged 2.0, Columbia, 2002 Bill Withers, "Ain't No Sunshine (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973 Merle Haggard and the Strangers, "Sidewalks of Chicago," Hag, Capitol, 1971 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 20, 2023

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/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 19, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 14, 2023

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, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Wesley Joseph, "COLD SUMMER," GLOW, Secretly Canadian, 2023 Avalon Emerson, "Sandrail Silhouette," & The Charm, Another Dove, 2023 Tombstones In Their Eyes, "Life," Sea of Sorrow, Kitten Robot, 2023 Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023 Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023 Durand Jones, "I Want You," Wait Til I Get Over, Dead Oceans, 2023 Bully, "Days Move Slow," Lucky for You, Sub Pop, 2023 Kelela, "Happy Ending," Raven, Warp, 2023 Louise Post, "Don't Give Up," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023 Wednesday, "Quarry," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Jason Isbell, "Save The World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Billy Woods and Kenny Segal, "Soundcheck (feat. Quelle Chris)," Maps, Backwoodz, 2023 Bill Withers, "Use Me (Live)," Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall, Sussex, 1973 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 12, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 7, 2023

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, 1967 Killer Mike, "SLUMMER," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023 Killer Mike, "MOTHERLESS," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023 Killer Mike, "DOWN BY LAW," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023 Killer Mike, "SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS (feat. Future & Eryn Allen Kane)," MICHAEL, Loma Vista, 2023 Cass Elliot, "Make Your Own Kind of Music," Bubblegum, Lemonade &... Something for Mama, Dunhill, 1969 Barry Mann, "Who Put the Bomp (in the Bomp, Bomp, Bomp)," Who Put The Bomp, ABC-Paramount, 1961 Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Devil or Angel, Weton, 1960 The Drifters, "Saturday Night at the Movies," The Good Life With The Drifters, Atlantic, 1963 Tony Orlando, "Happy Times Are Here to Stay," Bless You and 11 Other Great Hits, Epic, 1961 The Righteous Brothers, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin', Philles, 1964 The Crystals, "Uptown," Twist Uptown, Philles, 1962 Eydie Gormé, "Blame It on the Bossa Nova," Blame It on the Bossa Nova, Columbia, 1963 The Cookies, "On Broadway," The Complete Cookies, Sequel, 1963 The Drifters, "On Broadway," Under The Boardwalk, Atlantic, 1963 Barry Mann, "Soul and Inspiration," Soul and Inspiration (Single), Unreleased, 1966 Barry Mann, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place [Original Demo]," Red Bird Story, Snapper UK, 2011 The Animals, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place ," Animal Tracks, EMI, 1965 Dolly Parton, "Here You Come Again," Here You Come Again, RCA, 1977 OneRepublic, "Love Runs Out," Native, Interscope, 2013 Timbaland (feat. OneRepublic), "Apologize," Shock Value, Blackground, 2007 Leona Lewis, "Bleeding Love," Spirit, Syco, 2007 Beyoncé, "Halo," I Am... Sasha Fierce, Columbia, 2008 Adele, "Turning Tables," 21, Columbia, 2011 Taylor Swift, "Welcome to New York," 1989, Big Machine, 2014 OneRepublic, "Counting Stars," Native, Interscope, 2013 Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, "Miles," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 5, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 30, 2023

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, 1972 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Janelle Monáe, "Float (feat. Seun Kuti & Egypt 80')," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023 Janelle Monáe, "Lipstick Lover," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023 Janelle Monáe, "Haute," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023 Janelle Monáe, "Oooh La La (feat. Grace Jones)," The Age of Pleasure, Atlanta, 2023 Jenny Lewis, "Puppy and a Truck," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023 Jenny Lewis, "Psychos," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023 Jenny Lewis, "Giddy Up," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023 Jenny Lewis, "Essence of Life," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023 Jenny Lewis, "Joy'All," Joy'All, Blue Note, 2023 War, "Spill the Wine," Eric Burdon Declares "War", MGM, 1970 War, "City, Country, City," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972 War, "Low Rider," Why Can't We Be Friends?, United Artists, 1975 War, "The Cisco Kid," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972 War, "Where Was You At," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972 War, "So," Why Can't We Be Friends?, United Artists, 1975 The Righteous Brothers, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin', Philles, 1965 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 28, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 23, 2023

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, 1964 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Little Richard, "Tutti Frutti," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957 Little Richard, "Keep a Knockin'," Little Richard, Specialty, 1958 Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Little Richard, "It's Real," The King of Gospel Singers, Mercury, 1961 Little Richard, "Rip It Up," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957 War, "The World Is a Ghetto," The World Is a Ghetto, United Artists, 1972 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 21, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 16, 2023

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, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Protomartyr, "Make Way," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023 Protomartyr, "For Tomorrow," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023 Protomartyr, "Let's Tip the Creator," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023 Protomartyr, "Polacrilex Kid," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023 Protomartyr, "Rain Garden," Formal Growth In The Desert, Domino, 2023 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Death Wish," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Middle of the Morning," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "King of Oklahoma," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "When We Were Close," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "If You Insist," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Save the World," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Little Richard, "Tutti Frutti," Here's Little Richard, Specialty, 1957 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 14, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 9, 2023

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, 1958 Tina Turner, "What's Love Got to Do With It ," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984 Ike and Tina Turner, "Proud Mary," Workin' Together, Liberty, 1970 Ike and Tina Turner, "River Deep Mountain High," River Deep - Mountain High, A&M, 1969 Tina Turner, "Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)," B.E.F. Presents Tina Turner, Virgin, 1982 Tina Turner, "Better Be Good to Me," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984 Chuck Berry, "Blues #1," Have Mercy: His Complete Chess Recordings 1969-1974, Geffen, 2010 Chuck Berry, "Maybellene," (Single), Chess, 1955 Chuck Berry, "You Never Can Tell," (Single), Chess, 1964 Chuck Berry, "Promised Land," (Single), Chess, 1964 Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, "Cast Iron Skillet," Weathervanes, Southeastern, 2023 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 7, 2023

In this bonus podcast, we talk with the three winners of the first annual Sound Opinions Music Prize. These three Columbia College Chicago student musicians receive scholarship funds thanks to the Goldschmidt Foundation. Belmaris Ultra-Violet Archer Spencer Ball Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 2, 2023

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, 2023 The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Tombstones in Their Eyes, "No One to Blame," Sea of Sorrow, Kitten Robot, 2023 African Head Charge, "Microdosing," Microdosing (Single), On-U Sound, 2023 Evangeline, "Mystic," Fuzzy, Fourteen One Four, 2023 Juliana, "Narices Frias," Narice Frias (Single), MUN, 2023 Ye Vagabonds, "Blue is the Eye," Nine Waves, River Lea, 2022 Draag, "Demonbird," Dark Fire Heresy, Draag, 2023 Louise Post, "Guilty," Guilty (Single), El Camino, 2023 The Greeting Committee, "Can I Leave Me Too?," Dandelion, Harvest, 2021 Cafuné, "Tek It," Running, Aurelians Club, Elektra, 2021 Durand Jones, "Lord Have Mercy," Wait Til I Get Over, Dead Oceans, 2023 Vanessa Tha Finessa, "Top Notch," CURRENT, babygirl123, 2023 Gabe 'Nandez, "Pangea," Pangea, Pow, 2023 Sphaèros, "Possession," POSSESSION, Pan European, 2020 The Smiths, "This Charming Man," The Smiths, Rough Trade, 1984 The Smiths, "Barbarism Begins At Home," Meat Is Murder, Sire, 1985 Chuck Berry, "You Never Can Tell (1964 Single Version)," You Never Can Tell (Single), Chess, 1964 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 31, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 26, 2023

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, 2022 The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 billy woods / Kenny Segal, "FaceTime (feat. Samuel T. Herring)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023 billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Soundcheck (feat. Quelle Chris)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023 billy woods / Kenny Segal, "NYC Tapwater," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023 billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Year Zero (feat. Danny Brown)," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023 billy woods / Kenny Segal, "Kenwood Speakers," Maps, Backwoodz Studioz, 2023 Gordon Lightfoot, "If You Could Read My Mind," Sit Down Young Stranger, Reprise, 1970 Gordon Lightfoot, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," Summertime Dream, Reprise, 1976 Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022 Shemekia Copeland, "Fell In Love With A Honky (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022 Shemekia Copeland, "The Talk," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022 Shemekia Copeland, "Uncivil War (Live on Sound Opinions)," Uncivil War, Alligator, 2020 Shemekia Copeland, "Nobody But You (Live on Sound Opinions)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022 Tina Turner, "Better Be Good to Me," Private Dancer, Capitol, 1984 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 25, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 24, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 19, 2023

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, 2019 The Beatles, "I Get By (With a Little Help From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Television, "Little Johnny Jewel," Ork Records: New York, New York, Numero, 2015 Blondie, "Moonlight Drive," Against The Odds: 1974 - 1982, Capitol, 2022 Mickey & The Soul Generation, "Give Everybody Some," Give Everybody Some (Single), Numero, 2023 Jackie Shane, "Any Other Way," Any Other Way, Numero, 2017 Bruce Springsteen, "Any Other Way," Only the Strong Survive, Columbia, 2022 Joey Edmonds, "Blue," Whispers Lounge, Numero, 2020 Charlie Megira, "Tomorrow's Gone," Tomorrow's Gone, Numero, 2019 Mick Farren & The New Wave, "Lost Johnny," Ork Records: New York, New York, Numero, 2015 94 East, "If You See Me," If You See Me (Single), Numero, 2013 Shemekia Copeland, "Too Far To Be Gone (feat. Sonny Landreth)," Done Come Too Far, Alligator, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 17, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 12, 2023

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

May 10, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 5, 2023

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, 1985 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 The National, "The Alcott (feat. Taylor Swift)," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023 The National, "Eucalyptus," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023 The National, "This Isn't Helping (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023 The National, "Tropic Morning News," First Two Pages of Frankenstein, 4AD, 2023 Ramones, "Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue," Ramones, Sire, 1976 Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel, "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)," The Best Years of Our Lives, EMI, 1975 Cockney Rebel, "Tumbling Down," The Psychomodo, EMI, 1974 Roxy Music, "Do the Strand," For Your Pleasure, Warner, 1973 Luna, "Season of the Witch," Season of the Witch (Single), Beggars Banquet, 1996 Love, "A House Is Not a Motel," Forever Changes, Elektra, 1967 R.E.M., "It's the End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)," Document, I.R.S., 1987 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 3, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 28, 2023

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, 1965 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Everything but the Girl, "Nothing Left To Lose," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023 Everything but the Girl, "When You Mess Up," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023 Everything but the Girl, "Lost," Fuse, Buzzin' Fly, Virgin, 2023 The Allman Brothers Band, "Ramblin' Man," Brothers and Sisters, Capricorn, 1973 Bob Dylan, "Maggie's Farm," Bringing It All Back Home, Columbia, 1965 Bob Dylan, "Gotta Serve Somebody," Slow Train Coming, Columbia, 1979 Joy Division, "Love Will Tear Us Apart," Closer, Factory, 1980 Grace Jones, "On Your Knees," Muse, Island, 1979 Grace Jones, "Warm Leatherette," Warm Leatherette, Island, 1980 The Normal, "Warm Leatherette," Warm Leatherette (Single), Mute, 1978 Ceremony, "New Order," Movement, Factory, 1981 The Germs, "Forming," Forming (Single), What, 1977 Yoko Ono, "Walking on Thin Ice," Walking on Thin Ice (Single), Geffen, 1981 Phil Collins, "Sussudio," No Jacket Required, Atlantic, 1985 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 26, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 21, 2023

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, 1988 The Beatles, "With A Little Help (From My Friends)," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1966 Wednesday, "Turkey Vultures," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Wednesday, "Bull Believer," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Wednesday, "Bath County," Rat Saw God, Dead Oceans, 2023 Lankum, "The New York Trader," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023 Lankum, "Go Dig My Grave," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023 Lankum, "The Turn," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023 Lankum, "Netta Perseus," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023 Eleventh Dream Day, "Southern Pacific," Wayne EP, Amoeba, 1989 Freakwater, "Wild and Blue," Dancing Under Water, Amoeba, 1991 Eleventh Dream Day, "Between Here and There," Beet, Atlantic, 1989 Eleventh Dream Day, "Orange Moon," Ursa Major, Atavistic, 1994 Eleventh Dream Day, "Since Grazed," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021 Eleventh Dream Day, "A Case to Carry On," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 19, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 14, 2023

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, 1988 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 12, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 7, 2023

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, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Boygenius, "True Blue," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Without You Without Them," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Letter to An Old Poet," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "20," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Satanist," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Emily, I'm Sorry," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Boygenius, "Anti-Curse," The Record, Interscope, 2023 Wild Flag, "Glass Tambourine," Wild Flag, Merge, 2011 Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt, "After the Gold Rush," Trio II, Asylum, 1999 Sunny War, "No Reason," Anarchist Gospel, New West, 2023 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 5, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 31, 2023

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

Mar 29, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 24, 2023

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, 1989 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Iris DeMent, "Workin' On A World," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023 Iris DeMent, "The Sacred Now," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023 Iris DeMent, "Mahalia," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023 Iris DeMent, "Goin' Down To Sing In Texas," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023 Iris DeMent, "Let Me Be Your Jesus," Workin' On A World, Flariella, 2023 Screaming Females, "Brass Bell," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023 Screaming Females, "Let You Go," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023 Screaming Females, "Mourning Dove," Desire Pathway, Don Giovanni, 2023 Poster Children, "Now Its Gone," No More Songs About Sleep And Fire, Hidden Agenda, 2004 Poster Children, "He's My Star," Junior Citizen, Sire, 1995 De La Soul, "Me, Myself and I," 3 Feet High and Rising, Tommy Boy, 1989 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 22, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 17, 2023

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, 2023 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 John Cale, "EVERLASTING DAYS feat. Animal Collective," Mercy, Double Six, 2023 John Cale, "MARILYN MONROE'S LEGS (beauty elsewhere) feat. Actress," Mercy, Double Six, 2023 John Cale, "TIME STANDS STILL feat. Sylvan Esso," Mercy, Double Six, 2023 John Cale, "NIGHT CRAWLING," Mercy, Double Six, 2023 John Cale, "MOONSTRUCK (Nico's Song)," Mercy, Double Six, 2023 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Femme Fatale," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "I'm Waiting for the Man," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 John Cale, "Dying On the Vine (Fragments)," Artificial Intelligence, PVC, 1985 John Cale, "MERCY," Mercy, Double Six, 2023 Johnny Rivers, "Secret Agent Man," ...And I Know You Wanna Dance, Imperial, 1966 Tony Allen, "Secret Agent," Secret Agent, World Circuit, 2009 The Fugs, "CIA Man," Virgin Fugs, ESP-Disk, 1967 Gene Vincent, "Private Detective (feat. The Shouts)," Private Detective (feat. The Shouts) (Single), Columbia, 1964 Rockwell, "Somebody's Watching Me," Somebody's Watching Me, Motown, 1984 The Untouchables, "I Spy (For the F.B.I.)," Wild Child, MCA, 1985 Lori & The Chameleons, "The Lonely Spy," To the Shores of Lake Placid, Zoo, 1982 Desmond Dekker & the Aces, "007 (Shanty Town)," Action!, Lagoon, 1968 The dB's, "A Spy In the House of Love," Like This, Bearsville, 1984 Big Boys, "Detectives," The Skinny Elvis, Touch and Go, 1993 Steely Dan & Tom Scott, "Aja," Aja, ABC, 1977 Wayne Shorter, "Speak No Evil," Speak No Evil, Blue Note, 1966 Poster Children, "She Walks," Flower Plower, Limited Potential, 1989 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 15, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 10, 2023

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, 1981 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Kelela, "Washed Away," Raven, Warp, 2023 Kelela, "Raven," Raven, Warp, 2023 Kelela, "Enough for Love," Raven, Warp, 2023 Kelela, "On the Run," Raven, Warp, 2023 Kelela, "Bruises," Raven, Warp, 2023 Yo La Tengo, "Sinatra Drive Breakdown," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023 Yo La Tengo, "Fallout," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023 Yo La Tengo, "Aselestine," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023 Yo La Tengo, "This Stupid World," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023 Yo La Tengo, "Until It Happens," This Stupid World, Matador, 2023 Adam Ant, "Juanito the Bandito," Juanito the Bandito (Single), CBS, 1982 Blue Rondo À La Turk, "Me and Mr. Sanchez," Me and Mr. Sanchez (Single), Virgin, 1981 Holly Johnson, "Americanos," Blast, MCA, 1989 Duran Duran, "The Reflex (The Dance Mix)," The Reflex (The Dance Mix) (Single), EMI, 1984 Orchestral Manœuvres In The Dark, "So In Love," So In Love (Single), Virgin, 1985 Pat Boone, "Speedy Gonzales," Speedy Gonzales (Single), Dot, 1962 John Cale, "Story of Blood feat. Weyes Blood," Mercy, Double Six, 2023 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 8, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 3, 2023

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, 2022 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Caroline Polachek, "Bunny Is a Rider," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023 Caroline Polachek, "I Believe," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023 Caroline Polachek, "Blood and Butter," Desire, I Want to Turn Into You, Sony and the Orchard, 2023 Culture Club, "Karma Chameleon," Colour By Numbers, Virgin, 1983 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 1, 2023

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/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 24, 2023

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/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: Chris Connelly, "Ripcord, Ripcord," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 The Shirelles, "Baby It's You," Baby It's You, Scepter, 1962 Elvis Costello and Burt Bacharach, "Toledo," Painted from Memory, Mercury, 1998 Sonny Rollins, "Alfie's Theme," Alfie, Impulse!, 1966 Dionne Warwick, "Don't Make Me Over," Presenting Dionne Warwick, Scepter, 1963 Chris Connelly, "Union Square West," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022 Nico, "Janitor of Lunacy," Desertshore, Reprise, 1970 Nico, "Julius Caesar (Memento Hodie)," The Marble Index, Elektra, 1968 Chris Connelly, "Andy, Incidentally," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022 Chris Connelly, "A Slow Jones In New York," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022 Chris Connelly, "Eulogy To Lenny Bruce," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022 Chris Connelly, "Vegas," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022 Chris Connelly, "Hanging Gardens," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022 Christopher Tin, "Baba Yetu (feat. Soweto Gospel Choir)," Calling All Dawns, Tin Works, 2009 Day Wave, "Loner," Pastlife, Pias, 2022 The Lord, "The End of Absence (feat. Petra Haden)," Devotional (feat. Petra Haden), Southern Lord, 2022 Sasami, "The Greatest," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 22, 2023

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/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/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 17, 2023

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/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, 1990 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Lil Yachty, "drive ME crazy!," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023 Lil Yachty, "the BLACK seminole," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023 Lil Yachty, "sHouLd i B," Let's Start Here, Quality Control, 2023 Sinéad O'Connor, "Last Day of Our Acquaintance," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990 Sinéad O'Connor, "Mandinka," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987 Sinéad O'Connor, "I Am Stretched on Your Grave," I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1990 Sinéad O'Connor, "Thank You for Hearing Me," Universal Mother, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1994 Sinéad O'Connor, "Marcus Garvey," Throw Down Your Arms, Chocolate and Vanilla, 2005 Sinéad O'Connor, "Jackie," The Lion and the Cobra, Ensign/Chrysalis, 1987 Sinéad O'Connor, "Peggy Gordon," Sean-Nós Nua, Vanguard, 2002 Sinéad O'Connor, "This Is a Rebel Song," Gospel Oak EP, Chrysalis, 1997 Chris Connelly, "Ripcord, Ripcord," Eulogy to Christa, Easy Action, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 15, 2023

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/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/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 10, 2023

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

Feb 8, 2023

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/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/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 3, 2023

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/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: Stars of the Lid, "Goodnight," Music for Nitrous Oxide, Kranky, 1995 Iggy Pop, "Frenzy," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023 Iggy Pop, "Strung Out Johnny," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023 Iggy Pop, "New Atlantis," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023 Iggy Pop, "The News For Andy (Interlude)," Every Loser, GOLDTOOTH INC, 2023 Ladytron, "Time's Arrow," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023 Ladytron, "City of Angels," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023 Ladytron, "The Dreamers," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023 Ladytron, "Misery Remember Me," Time's Arrow, Cooking Vinyl, 2023 Godspeed You! Black Emperor, "Storm," Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven, Kranky, 2000 Labradford, "S," Mi Media Naranja, Kranky, 1997 John Barry, "Somewhere In Time (Main Theme)," Somewhere In Time (Soundtrack from the Motion Picture), Geffen, 1980 Jessamine, "...Or What You Mean," The Long Arm of Coincidence, Kranky, 1996 Low, "Sunflower," Things We Lost In the Fire, Kranky, 2001 Labradford, "David," fixed::context, Kranky, 2000 Godspeed You! Black Emperor, "The Dead Flag Blues," F♯ A♯ ∞, Kranky, 1997 LadyBlu, "Sweet Anxiety," Sweet Anxiety (Single), 4246244, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 1, 2023

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/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/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 27, 2023

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/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 Kinks, "People Take Pictures of Each Other," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Capitol, 1967 Crosby, Stills and Nash, "Long Time Gone," Crosby, Stills and Nash, Atlantic, 1969 David Crosby, "Cowboy Movie," If I Could Only Remember My Name, Atlantic, 1971 Spoon, "I Turn My Camera On," Gimme Fiction, Matador, 2005 Yes, "Into the Lens," Drama, Atlantic, 1980 Pink, "Family Portrait," Missundaztood, Arista, 2001 Ringo Starr, "Photograph," Ringo, Apple, 1973 Kevin Morby, "This Is A Photograph," This Is A Photograph, Dead Oceans, 2022 Patti Smith, "Gloria," Horses, Arista, 1975 The Kinks, "Picture Book," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968 Duran Duran, "Girls On Film," Duran Duran, EMI, 1981 Ice Cube, "Who Got the Camera," The Predator, Priority, 1992 Outkast, "Hey Ya!," Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, Arista, 2003 Mission of Burma, "This Is Not a Photograph," Signals, Calls and Marches, Ace of Hearts, 1980 The Cure, "Pictures of You," Disintegration, Fiction, 1989 Labradford, "S," Mi Media Naranja, Kranky, 1998 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 25, 2023

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/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/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 20, 2023

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/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 Dry Cleaning, "Don't Press Me," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022 SZA, "Shirt," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022 SZA, "Nobody Gets Me," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022 SZA, "Kill Bill," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022 SZA, "Gone Girl," SOS, Top Dawg, 2022 Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023 Margo Price, "Radio," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023 Margo Price, "Time Machine," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023 Margo Price, "Lydia," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023 Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Strays, Loma Vista, 2023 Dry Cleaning, "Magic of Meghan," Sweet Princess, It's OK, 2019 Dry Cleaning, "Scratchcard Lanyard," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021 Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021 Dry Cleaning, "Anna Calls From The Artic," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022 Dry Cleaning, "No Decent Shoes For Rain," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022 The Yardbirds, "Shapes of Things," (Single), Epic, 1966 Jeff Beck, "Beck's Bolero," Truth, Epic, 1968 The Kinks, "People Take Pictures of Each Other," The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society, Pye, 1968 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 18, 2023

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/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/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 13, 2023

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/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: Casey Likes and the Cast of Almost Famous, "No Friends," No Friends (Single), Sony Masterworks Broadway, 2022 Dean Jones & Susan Browning, "Barcelona," Company (Original Broadway Cast), Columbia, 1970 Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous, DreamWorks, 2000 Solea Pfeiffer and the Cast of Almost Famous, "Morocco," Morocco (Single), Sony Masterworks Broadway, 2022 Peter Gabriel, "In Your Eyes," So, Real World, 1986 Jónsi, "Sinking Friendships," Go, XL, 2010 Dry Cleaning, "Don't Press Me," Stumpwork, 4AD, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 11, 2023

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/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/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 6, 2023

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

Jan 4, 2023

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/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/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 30, 2022

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/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: Low, "More," Hey What, Sub Pop, 2021 Low, "Try to Sleep (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011 Robert Plant, "Monkey," Band of Joy, Decca, Rounder, 2010 Led Zeppelin, "Black Dog," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Low, "You See Everything (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011 Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Kranky, 1999 Low, "Witches (Live on Sound Opinions)," C'mon, Sub Pop, 2011 Low, "California," The Great Destroyer, Rough Trade, 2005 Loretta Lynn, "Story of My Life," Van Lear Rose, Interscope, 2004 Loretta Lynn, "The Pill," Back to the Country, MCA, 1975 The Feelies, "Raised Eyebrows," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff America, 1980 The Golden Palominos, "Clustering Train (feat. Michael Stipe)," Visions of Excess, Celluloid, 1985 Taylor Swift, "Anti-Hero," Midnights, Republic, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 28, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg recounts his experience visiting the Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 23, 2022

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/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: D'Angelo, "One Mo'gin," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Playa Playa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Brown Sugar," Brown Sugar, EMI, 1995 D'Angelo, "Devil's Pie," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Africa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "The Root," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Off The Cuff," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 Paul Young, "Come Back and Stay (Extended Version)," No Parlez, Columbia, 1983 D'Angelo, "Send It On," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 D'Angelo, "Feel Like Makin' Love," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 The Who, "Baba O'Riley (Live at the Hollywood Bowl 2002)," Who's Next, Decca, 1971 The Who, "My Generation," My Generation, Brunswick, 1965 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Soundwalk," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Ekuté," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021 D'Angelo, Femi Kuti, Macy Gray, and the Soultronics, "Water No Get Enemy (feat. Nile Rodgers and Roy Hargrove)," Red Hot + Riot: The Music and Spirit of Fela Kuti, MCA, 2003 John Mayer Trio, "Who Did You Think I Was (Live at the House of Blues, Chicago, Illinois, September 22, 2005)," Try! Live in Concert, Columbia, 2005 Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Kranky, 1999 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 21, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 16, 2022

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/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: Lenny Dee, "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961 Andy Claus, Santa's Singing Cousin, "Andy's Reindeer Song," (Single), Snowflake, unknown Ann Bennett, "Another Christmas Rolls Around Again," (Single), Bertlen, unknown Tommy Hester, "Daddy's Drinking Up Our Christmas," (Single), Luck, unknown Leonard Feather and Friends, "Comet (the Reindeer)," Winter Sequence, MGM, 1954 Lenny Dee, "Sleigh Ride," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961 Cristy Lane, "Jesus Is A Soul Man," (Single), Extremely Brave, 1971 Jimmie Dale, "There Are Reindeer Running (Down The Christmas Trail)," (Single), Original, 1953 Modern Jazz Quartet, "Variation No. 1 On "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen"," The Modern Jazz Quartet At Music Inn, Atlantic, 1956 Unknown, "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town," unknown, unknown, unknown Martin Newell (w/ Andy Partridge), "Christmas In Suburbia," The Greatest Living Englishman, Pipeline, 1993 Tom Waits, "New Years Eve," Bad As Me, Anti-, 2011 Prince, "Another Lonely Christmas," (Single), Warner Bros, 1984 Old Musicbox Melodies, "Auld Lang Syne," (Single), unknown, unknown Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 14, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 9, 2022

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

Dec 7, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg continue their discussion with Alicia Gaines of Ganser, including getting a few additions to the Desert Island Jukebox. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 2, 2022

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/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: Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Change of Heart (Single), Loma Vista, 2022 Robyn Hitchcock, "The Shuffle Man," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022 Robyn Hitchcock, "The Man Who Loves the Rain," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022 Robyn Hitchcock, "The Sir Tommy Shovell," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022 Robyn Hitchcock, "Noirer Than Noir," Shufflemania, Tiny Ghost, 2022 Plains, "Abilene," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022 Plains, "Summer Sun," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022 Plains, "Bellafatima," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022 Plains, "Hurricane," I Walked With You A Ways, Anti-, 2022 Margo Price, "This Town Gets Around," Midwest Farmer's Daughter, Third Man, 2016 Buffalo Clover, "Hey Child," Test Your Love, Self-Released, 2013 Margo Price, "Weekender (Funk Version, Live at The Ryman, 2018)," Perfectly Imperfect at The Ryman, Loma Vista, 2020 Loretta Lynn, "One's On The Way (feat. Margo Price)," Still Woman Enough, Sony Music, 2021 Margo Price, "Hands of Time," Midwest Farmer's Daughter, Third Man, 2016 Margo Price, "All American Made," All American Made, Third Man, 2017 Margo Price, "Since You Put Me Down (Live on SNL)," (unreleased), N/A, 2016 Margo Price, "Been To The Mountain," Been To The Mountain (Single), Loma Vista, 2022 Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 30, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 25, 2022

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/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: Ganser, "People Watching," Nothing You Do Matters, Felte, 2022 Susan Voelz, "Oyster," Trust The Wave Will Hold You, Pravda, 2022 Fruit Juice, "I Don't Know," I Don't Know (Single), Swoon, 2021 Stuck, "Do Not Reply (feat. Miranda Winters)," Do Not Reply (feat. Miranda Winters) (Single), Born Yesterday, 2022 Katie Kim, " Eraser," Hour of the Ox, Katie Kim, 2022 NoSo, "Suburbia," Stay Proud of Me, Partisan, 2022 Soul Glo, "Gold Chain Punk (whogonbeatmyass?)," Diaspora Problems, Epitaph, 2022 COIN, "Chapstick," Uncanny Valley7, 10K Projects, 2022 Medicine Singers, "Sanctuary (feat. Medicine Singers, Yonatan Gat and Jaimie Branch)," Medicine Singers, Stone Tapes, 2022 The Monkey Power Trio, "Turn And See Her," Cry Mama, 550392 Records DK, 2022 Panic Shack, "The Ick," Baby Shack - EP, Brace Yourself, 2022 Talkdemonic, "Barely Dawn," Various Seasides, Talknumeric Learning Center, 2022 Ganser, "Lucky," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020 Ganser, "Bags For Life," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020 Ganser, "Emergency Equipment and Exits," Just Look At That Sky, Felte, 2020 Ganser, "What Me Worry," Nothing You Do Matters, Felte, 2022 Margo Price, "Change of Heart," Change of Heart (Single), Loma Vista, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 23, 2022

In this bonus episode Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of D.H. Peligro, the drummer of Dead Kennedys. Peligro died in October at age 63. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 18, 2022

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/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: NNAMDÏ, "I Don't Wanna Be Famous," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022 Alvvays, "Pharmacist," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022 Alvvays, "Pomeranian Spinster," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022 Alvvays, "Easy On Your Own?," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022 Alvvays, "Belinda Says," Blue Rev, Polyvinyl, 2022 Makaya McCraven, "Dream Another," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022 Makaya McCraven, "This Place That Place," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022 Makaya McCraven, "In These Times," In These Times, International Anthem/Nonesuch, 2022 NNAMDÏ, "Touchdown," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022 NNAMDÏ, "Dibs," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022 NNAMDÏ, "Heartless," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022 NNAMDÏ, "You Are Here (For Now)," Krazy Karl, Sooper, NNAMDÏ, "Anti," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022 NNAMDÏ, "Careful," Please Have a Seat, Secretly Canadian, 2022 Low, "More," Hey What, Sub Pop, 2021 Low, "Just Make It Stop," The Invisible Way, Sub Pop, 2013 Low, "Long Way Around the Sea," Christmas, Chairkickers Music, 1999 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 16, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 11, 2022

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

Nov 9, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a band that always represented their hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 4, 2022

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/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: Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Jerry Lee Lewis, "Great Balls of Fire," Great Balls of Fire (Single), Sun, 1957 Jerry Lee Lewis and the Nashville Teens, "Good Golly, Miss Molly (Live 1964)," Live at the Star Club, Hamburg, Philips, 1964 Jerry Lee Lewis, "Middle Age Crazy," Country Memories, Mercury, 1977 Superchunk, "This Night," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "Wild Loneliness," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "City of the Dead," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "Endless Summer (Live on Sound Opinions)," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "If You're Not Dark," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "Learned to Surf (Live on Sound Opinions)," Majesty Shredding, Merge, 2010 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 2, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 28, 2022

Since the 1980s, producers and songwriters Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis have made huge hits with artists like Janet Jackson, Boyz II Men and Mariah Carey. But finally in 2021, the duo released their debut album as artists. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with Jimmy Jam about the record and his illustrious past work. Plus, we hear the song that got Garbage's Shirley Manson Hooked on Sonics. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send 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, 2021 Jam & Lewis, "Somewhat Loved (There You Go Breakin' My Heart) (feat. Mariah Carey)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986 Jam & Lewis, "The Next Best Day (feat. Boyz II Men)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 The S.O.S. Band, "Tell Me If You Still Care," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983 Cornbread Harris and Friends, "PutThe World," Cornbread Supreme Volume 1, 2631577 Records DK, 2002 Janet Jackson, "Control," Control, A&M, 1986 The S.O.S. Band, "Just Be Good to Me," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983 Jam & Lewis, "Happily Unhappy (feat. Toni Braxton)," Jam & Lewis, Volume One, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 New Edition, "Can You Stand the Rain," Heart Break, MCA, 1987 Janet Jackson, "Nasty," Control, A&M, 1986 The S.O.S. Band, "Take Your Time (Do It Right)," SOS, Tabu, 1980 Janet Jackson, "Miss You Much," Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814, A&M, 1989 Chaka Khan, "Angel," Funk This, Burgundy, 2007 Garbage, "No Gods No Masters," No Gods No Masters, Infectious Music, 2021 Stray Cats, "Stray Cat Strut," Stray Cats, Arista, 1981 Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 26, 2022

In this bonus episode Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in response to a Patron's complaint about giving a legendary band short shrift. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 21, 2022

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/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: Pearl Jam, "Even Flow," Ten, Epic, 1991 Björk, "Atopos (feat. Kasimyn)," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022 Björk, "Fossora (feat. Kasimyn)," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022 Björk, "Sorrowful Soil," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022 Björk, "Mycelia," Fossora, One Little Independent, 2022 Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Wolf," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022 Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Spitting Off the Edge of the World," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022 Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Different Today," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022 Yeah Yeah Yeahs, "Fleez," Cool It Down, Secretly Canadian, 2022 Pearl Jam, "Jeremy," Ten, Epic, 1991 Pearl Jam, "Alive," Ten, Epic, 1991 Pearl Jam, "Porch (Live at Lollapalooza 92)," Ten, Epic, 1991 Pearl Jam, "Rearviewmirror," Vs., Epic, 1993 Pearl Jam, "Better Man," Vitalogy, Epic, 1994 Pearl Jam, "All Those Yesterdays," Yield, Epic, 1998 Pearl Jam, "Yellow Ledbetter," Jeremy (Single), Epic, 1992 Neil Young and Pearl Jam , "Rockin in the Free World (Live at the MTV Video Music Awards 93)," Freedom, Reprise, 1989 Pearl Jam, "Release (Live in Chicago 2013)," Ten, Epic, 1991 Pearl Jam, "Even Flow (Live in Chicago 2013)," Ten, Epic, 1991 Mary J. Blige, "No More Drama," No More Drama, MCA, 2001 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 19, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 14, 2022

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/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 Carpenter, "Halloween Theme - Main Title," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979 John Carpenter, "The Shape Stalks," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979 Bebe Barron and Louis Barron, "Forbidden Planet Soundtrack - a) Main Titles - Overture - b) Giant Footprints In The Sand," Forbidden Planet, Planet, 1976 Bernard Herrmann, Joel McNeely & Royal Scottish Orchestra, "Scotty Trails Madeline (Including: Madeline's First Appearance, Madeline's Car, The Flower Shop, The Alleyway, The Mission, Graveyard, and Tombstone)," Vertigo: Original Motion Picture Score, Varèse Sarabande, 1995 John Carpenter, "Dark Star," Anthology: Movie Themes 1974-1998, Rodeo Suplex, 2017 John Carpenter, "Skeleton," Lost Themes III: Life After Death, Sacred Bones, 2021 Dimitri Tiomkin, "High Noon - Theme," Movie Memories: Music from the Greatest Films, Colosseum, 1995 John Carpenter, "Dead Eyes," Lost Themes III: Life After Death, Sacred Bones, 2021 Frankie Valli, "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)," The 4 Seasons Present Frankie Valli Solo, Philips, 1967 Goblin, "Suspiria," Suspiria: The Complete Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, Cinevox, 1977 Childish Gambino, "Redbone," "Awaken, My Love!", Glassnote, 2016 Tobe Hooper and Wayne Bell, "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, N/A, 1974 Magnet, "Willow's Song," The Wicker Man, Trunk, 1998 David Lynch and Peter Ivers, "In Heaven (Lady in the Radiator Song)," Eraserhead: Original Soundtrack, I.R.S., 1982 Luniz, "I Got 5 On It (feat. Michael Marshall)," Operation Stackola, C Note, 1995 Mike Oldfield, "Tubular Bells, Part One," Tubular Bells, Virgin, 1973 Tangerine Dream, "Rain In the Third House," Near Dark (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Varèse Sarabande, 1987 Colin Newman, "Alone," A-Z, Beggars Banquet, 1980 Krzysztof Komeda, "Main Title," Rosemary's Baby (Music from the Original Motion Picture Score), Dot, 1968 Bauhaus, "Bela Lugosi's Dead," Press the Eject and Give Me the Tape, Beggars Banquet, 1982 Philip Glass, "Helen's Theme," Candyman (Original 1992 Motion Picture Soundtrack), One Way Static, 2014 Pearl Jam, "Yellow Ledbetter," Lost Dogs, Epic, 2003 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 12, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to country great Loretta Lynn. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 7, 2022

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/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: Kurt Vile, "Wakin on a Pretty Day," Wakin on a Pretty Day, Matador, 2013 Amanda Shires, "Take It Like a Man," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022 Amanda Shires, "My Own Galaxy," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022 Amanda Shires, "Hawk For The Dove," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022 Amanda Shires, "Don't Be Alarmed," Take It Like a Man, ATO, 2022 Nova Twins, "K.M.B.," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022 Nova Twins, "Cleopatra," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022 Nova Twins, "Antagonist," Supernova, Marshall Amplification Plc and Nova Twins Ltd, 2022 Kurt Vile, "Pretty Pimpin'," B'lieve I'm Goin Down..., Matador, 2015 The Sadies, "It's Easy (Like Walking) (feat. Kurt Vile)," Northern Passages, Yep Roc, 2017 Kurt Vile, "Mount Airy Hill (Way Gone) (Live on Sound Opinions)," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022 Kurt Vile, "Freeway," Constant Hitmaker, Gulcher, 2008 Kurt Vile, "Flyin (Like a Fast Train) (Live on Sound Opinions)," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022 Kurt Vile, "Like Exploding Stones," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022 Kurt Vile, "Goin on a Plane Today," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022 Kurt Vile, "Wages of Sin," (watch my moves), Verve, 2022 Kurt Vile, "Pretty Pimpin' (Live on Sound Opinions)," B'lieve I'm Goin Down..., Matador, 2015 John Carpenter, "Halloween Theme - Main Title," Halloween (Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack), Columbia, 1979 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 5, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 30, 2022

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

Sep 28, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to drummer Anton Fier by adding a song to the Desert Island Jukebox and sharing two life lessons he learned from interacting with Fier. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 23, 2022

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/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: Kacey Musgraves, "Merry Go 'Round," Same Trailer Different Park, Mercury Nashville, 2013 Santigold, "High Priestess," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022 Santigold, "Fall First," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022 Santigold, "No Paradise," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022 Santigold, "Shake," Spirituals, Little Jerk, 2022 Sudan Archives, "Selfish Soul," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022 Sudan Archives, "Ciara," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022 Sudan Archives, "OMG Britt," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022 Sudan Archives, "ChevyS10," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022 Sudan Archives, "NBPQ (Topless)," Natural Brown Prom Queen, Stones Throw, 2022 Mickey Guyton, "Black Like Me," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Maren Morris, "My Church," HERO, Columbia Nashville, 2016 The Highwomen, "Loose Change," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019 Mickey Guyton, "What Are You Gonna Tell Her?," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "Good Ol' Boys Club," Pageant Material , Mercury Nashville, 2015 Boogie Down Productions, "Jack of Spades," Ghetto Music: The Blueprint of Hip Hop, Jive/RCA, 1989 Sinéad Lohan, "Diving to be Deeper," No Mermaid, Interscope, 1998 Off Peak Arson, "Vivid," Vivid (Single), 3131749 Records DK, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 21, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 16, 2022

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/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: Common, "The Light," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Time Travelin' (A Tribute to Fela)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Take It EZ," Can I Borrow a Dollar?, Relativity, 1992 Common, "I Used to Love H.E.R.," Resurrection, Relativity, 1994 D'Angelo, "Brown Sugar," Brown Sugar, Virgin, 1995 Common, "Funky for You," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "A Song for Assata," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Payback Is a Grandmother," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "The 6th Sense," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Thelonius," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "Geto Heaven, Pt. 2 (Remix T.S.O.I.) [feat. Macy Gray]," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Common, "A Film Called (Pimp)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Kanye West, "We Don't Care," The College Dropout, Roc-A-Fella, 2004 Kendrick Lamar, "Institutionalized (feat. Bilal, Anna Wise & Snoop Dogg)," To Pimp a Butterfly, Top Dawg Entertainment, 2015 Kacey Musgraves, "justified," Star-Crossed, MCA Nashville, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 14, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 9, 2022

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/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: Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022 Horsegirl, "Billy," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022 Horsegirl, "Live and Ski," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022 Horsegirl, "Anti-glory," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022 Horsegirl, "Homage to Birdnoculars," Versions of Modern Performance, Matador, 2022 Julia Jacklin, "Ignore Tenderness," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022 Julia Jacklin, "I Was Neon," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022 Julia Jacklin, "Too In Love To Die," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022 Julia Jacklin, "End of Friendship," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022 Julia Jacklin, "Be Careful With Yourself," Pre Pleasure, Polyvinyl, 2022 Pedro the Lion, "Foregone Conclusions," Achilles Heel, Jade Tree, 2004 Pedro the Lion, "Don't Wanna Move (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022 Pedro the Lion, "Magazine," Control, Jade Tree, 2002 Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022 Pedro the Lion, "Teenage Sequencer," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022 Pedro the Lion, "Making the Most of It (Live on Sound Opinions)," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022 Common, "Time Travelin' (A Tribute to Fela)," Like Water For Chocolate, MCA, 2000 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 7, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 2, 2022

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/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: Neil Young, "I'm the Ocean," Mirror Ball, Reprise, 1995 Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Enya, "Orinoco Flow," Watermark, Warner Music, 1988 Led Zeppelin, "The Ocean," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973 Frank Ocean, "Moon River," Moon River (Single), Boys Don't Cry, 2018 Nova Mob, "Admiral of the Sea," The Last Days of Pompeii, Rough Trade, 1991 The Beach Boys, "Sail On, Sailor," Holland, Reprise, 1973 The Velvet Underground, "Ocean," VU, Verve, 1985 Procol Harum, "A Salty Dog," A Salty Dog, Regal Zonophone, A&M, 1969 Otis Redding, "(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay," The Dock of the Bay, Volt, 1968 PJ Harvey, "Down By The Water," To Bring You My Love, Direct Brands, 1995 Talking Heads, "Take Me to the River," More Songs About Buildings and Food, Sire, 1978 Phoebe Bridgers, "Motion Sickness," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Scott Street (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Funeral," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Chelsea," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Steamroller," Killer, Pax Am, 2015 Phoebe Bridgers, "Demi Moore," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Killer," Killer, Pax Am, 2015 Phoebe Bridgers, "You Missed My Heart," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Pedro the Lion, "First Drum Set," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 31, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 26, 2022

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/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: Talking Heads, "Once In a Lifetime," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980 Talking Heads, "New Feeling," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977 Talking Heads, "Pyscho Killer," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977 Talking Heads, "Pulled Up," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977 James Brown, "I'll Go Crazy," Live at the Apollo, King, 1963 Talking Heads, "Don't Worry About the Government," Talking Heads: 77, Sire, 1977 Tom Tom Club, "Genius of Love," Tom Tom Club, Sire, 1981 Talking Heads, "And She Was," Little Creatures, Sire, 1985 Talking Heads, "Take Me to the River," More Songs About Buildings and Food, Sire, 1978 Al Green, "Take Me to the River," Al Green Explores Your Mind, Hi, 1974 Talking Heads, "Born Under Punches (The Heat Goes On)," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980 Talking Heads, "The Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)," Speaking in Tongues, Sire, 1983 Talking Heads, "I Zimbra," Fear of Music, Sire, 1979 Tom Tom Club, "You Sexy Thing," Dark Sneak Love Action, Sire, 1991 Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense , Sire, 1984 Talking Heads, "The Lady Don't Mind," Little Creatures, Sire, 1985 Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 24, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 19, 2022

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

Aug 17, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 12, 2022

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

Aug 10, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 5, 2022

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/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: Lizzo, "Special," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022 Lizzo, "Grrrls," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022 Lizzo, "Naked," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022 Lizzo, "Everybody's Gay," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022 Perfume Genius, "Pop Song," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022 Perfume Genius, "Hellbent," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022 Perfume Genius, "Eye in the Wall," Ugly Season, Matador, 2022 Lizzo, "About Damn Time," Special, Nice Life/Atlantic, 2022 Muna, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022 Muna, "What I Want," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022 Muna, "Kind of Girl," Muna, Saddest Factory, 2022 The Beatles, "A Hard Day's Night," A Hard Day's Night, United Artists, 1964 Stillwater, "Fever Dog," Almost Famous (Music From the Motion Picture), DreamWorks, 2000 Richard O'Brien, Patricia Quinn, Little Nell, "Time Warp," The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ode, 1975 Lhasa de Sela, "Love Came Here," Lhasa, Audiogram, 2009 The Stooges, "Down On the Street," Fun House, Elektra, 1970 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 3, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 29, 2022

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

Jul 27, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 22, 2022

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/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: Bartees Strange, "Mulholland Dr.," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022 Bartees Strange, "Heavy Heart," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022 Bartees Strange, "Tours," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022 Bartees Strange, "Hennessy," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022 Bartees Strange, "Escape This Circus," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022 Bartees Strange, "Hold the Line," Farm to Table, 4AD, 2022 Yaya Bey, "keisha," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022 Yaya Bey, "pour up (feat. DJ Nativesun)," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022 Yaya Bey, "alright," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022 Yaya Bey, "i'm certain she's there," Remember Your North Star, Big Dada, 2022 Wayne and Garth, "Wayne's World Theme," Wayne's World (Music from the Motion Picture), Reprise, 1992 Red Hot Chili Peppers, "Sikamikanico," Wayne's World (Music from the Motion Picture), Reprise, 1992 Fear, "I Love Livin' in the City," The Record, Slash, 1981 Circle Jerks, "Red Tape (Live)," Group Sex, Frontier, 1980 Motörhead, "Ace of Spades," Ace of Spades, Sanctuary, 1980 The Germs, "Manimal," Gi, Slash, 1979 Black Flag, "Depression," Damaged, SST, 1981 Meat Loaf, "Bat Out of Hell," Bat Out of Hell, Epic, 1977 Megadeth, "In My Darkest Hour," So Far, So Good... So What!, Capitol, 1988 Special Interest, "(Herman's) House," (Herman's) House (Single), Rough Trade, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 20, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a track from a bootleg by one of his favorite bands that gives a new way to understand their growth. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 15, 2022

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

Jul 11, 2022

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/soundops 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 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 8, 2022

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/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: Sharon Van Etten, "Darkness Fades," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 The Smile, "The Opposite," A Light for Attracting Attention, XL, 2022 The Smile, "You Will Never Work In Television Again," A Light for Attracting Attention, XL, 2022 Pedro The Lion, "First Drumset," Havasu, Polyvinyl, 2022 Saba, "Few Good Things (feat. Black Thought & Erin Allen Kane)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Spiritualized, "Always Together With You," Everything Was Beautiful, Fat Possum, 2022 K.O.G., "Immigration," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022 K.O.G., "Hewale (Interlude)," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022 K.O.G., "Ebenezer," Zone 6, Agege (feat. Franz Von & Gyedu-Blay Ambolley), Pura Vida, 2022 Jack White, "Eosophobia," Fear of the Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Jack White, "Hi-De-Ho (feat. Q-Tip)," Fear of the Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul, "Thank You," Topical Dancer, Deewee, 2022 Mitski, "That's Your Lamp," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 Mitski, "Love Me More," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 SASAMI, "Say It," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 The Linda Lindas, "Nino," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Come Back," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Wet Leg, "I Don't Wanna Go Out," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 The Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 6, 2022

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/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jul 1, 2022

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/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: Angel Olsen, "Big Time," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Angel Olsen, "All The Good Times," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Angel Olsen, "Right Now," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten and Angel Olsen, "Like I Used To," Like I Used To (Single), Jagjaguwar, 2021 Angel Olsen, "Dream Thing," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Angel Olsen, "Go Home," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Angel Olsen, "Through The Fires," Big Time, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Yola, "Starlight," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 The Highwomen, "Highwomen," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019 The Staple Singers, "Hear My Call, Here," Hammer And Nails, Riverside, 1962 Massive Attack, "Harpsicord (Live in Copenhagen)," Unreleased, NA, 2008 Phantom Limb, "Draw the Line," Phantom Limb, Naim Edge, 2009 Yola, "Break The Bough," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Yola , "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Yola, "Diamond Studded Shoes," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Miranda Lambert, "Gunpowder & Lead," Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Columbia Nashville, 2007 Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 29, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox whose author didn't like it much initially, but has come around in recent years. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 24, 2022

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

Jun 22, 2022

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/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 17, 2022

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

Jun 15, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim interviews two of the winners of the first annual Sound Opinions Arts Criticism Prize. The scholarship was awarded to three Columbia College Chicago students in the Professional Writing Program in the Department of English and Creative Writing: (read winning reviews at these links) Connor Salata, for a theater review written for Lloyd Sach's Reviewing the Arts class Hallie Newnam, for a music review in Jim's Reviewing the Arts Honors class Nick Vazquez, for a music review in Jim's Reviewing the Arts Honors class For this episode, Jim spoke with Hallie and Nick about the reviews that won them the prize. Thanks to The Goldschmidt Foundation for funding the Sound Opinions Prize. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 10, 2022

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

Jun 8, 2022

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/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jun 3, 2022

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

Jun 1, 2022

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/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 27, 2022

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

May 25, 2022

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/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 20, 2022

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/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: Patti Smith Group, "Dancing Barefoot," Wave, Arista, 1979 Lucius, "Next to Normal," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Lucius, "Promises," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Lucius, "Dance Around It (feat. Brandi Carlile & Sheryl Crow)," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Lucius, "LSD," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Lucius, "24," Second Nature, Mom + Pop, 2022 Warpaint, "Champion," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022 Warpaint, "Hips," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022 Warpaint, "Send Nudes," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022 Warpaint, "Stevie," Radiate Like This, Virgin, 2022 Patti Smith Group, "Gloria (Live at CBGB)," unreleased, NA, 1975 Mayhem, "Freezing Moon," De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas, Deathlike Silence, 1994 Dodo Marmarosa, "You Call It Madness," Dodo's Back!, Argo, 1961 BabyMetal, "Gimme Chocolate," Babymetal, BMD Fox, 2014 The Standells, "Dirty Water," Dirty Water, Geffen, 1966 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 18, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to an electronic music pioneer who died in April. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 13, 2022

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

May 11, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from the early-aughts "Meet Me In The Bathroom" NYC scene. He says this band had the roughest start to their career, but wound up with the most lasting body of work. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 6, 2022

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/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 Apples in Stereo, "Seems So ," Tone Soul Evolution, spinART, 1997 Jack White, "Taking Me Back," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Jack White, "What's The Trick?," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Jack White, "Hi-De-Ho (feat. Q-Tip)," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Jack White, "Shedding My Velvet," Fear Of The Dawn, Third Man, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "I'll Try," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Anything," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Darkness Fades," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Far Away," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Headspace," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Sharon Van Etten, "Come Back," We've Been Going About This All Wrong, Jagjaguwar, 2022 Neutral Milk Hotel, "Two Headed Boy," In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, Merge, 1998 Olivia Tremor Control, "Define A Transparent Dream," Music from the Unrealized Film Script: Dusk at Cubist Castle, Elephant 6, 1996 Neutral Milk Hotel, "Holland, 1945," In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, Merge, 1998 The Music Tapes, "Saw Pingpong and Orchestra," Music Tapes for Clouds and Tornadoes, Merge, 2008 Neutral Milk Hotel, "Engine (Live)," Engine (Live), N/A, N/A Circulatory System, "Yesterday's World," Circulatory System, Cloud, 2001 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

May 4, 2022

In this bonus episode news contributor Althea Legaspi pays tribute to the artist Cynthia Plaster Caster, who died April 21 at age 74. She also tells Jim and Greg the details of Chicago-based independent concert promoter Jam Productions selling an equity stake to SaveLive and what implications it could have for the concert industry. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 29, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Trupa Trupa, "Twitch," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022 Trupa Trupa, "Snow," Headache, Ici, d'ailleurs..., 2015 Krzysztof Penderecki, "Polymorphia," Dies Irae (Auschwitz Oratorium) / Polymorphia / De Natura Sonoris, Polskie Nagrania Muza, 1968 Trupa Trupa, "Uniforms," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022 Trupa Trupa, "Moving," B FLAT A, Lovitt, 2022 Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Drive," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Nothing Can Surprise Me," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Crossbow," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Beautiful Confusion," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Monotonix, "Body Language," Body Language, Drag City, 2008 Tamar Aphek, "All I Know," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "As Time Goes By," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Neutral Milk Hotel, "The King of Carrot Flowers," In The Aeroplane Over the Sea, Merge, 1998 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 27, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a shoegaze song named after a woman to the Desert Island Jukebox. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 22, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Devo, "Girl U Want," Freedom of Choice, Warner Bros., 1980 The Linda Lindas, "Racist, Sexist Boy," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 The Linda Lindas, "Growing Up," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 The Linda Lindas, "Talking to Myself," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 The Linda Lindas, "Nino," Growing Up, Epitaph, 2022 The Regrettes, "Anxieties (Out of Time)," Further Joy, Warner, 2022 The Regrettes, "Monday," Further Joy, Warner, 2022 The Regrettes, "That's What Makes Me Love You," Further Joy, Warner, 2022 The Regrettes, "You're So F*cking Pretty," Further Joy, Warner, 2022 Devo, "Working In a Coalmine," New Traditionalists, Warner Bros., 1981 Devo, "Jocko Homo," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 Devo, "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 Devo, "Smart Patrol/Mr. DNA," Duty Now For the Future, Warner Bros., 1979 Neil Young and Devo, "Hey, Hey, My, My (Into the Black)," Hey, Hey, My, My (Into the Black), unreleased, 1980 Devo, "Uncontrollable Urge," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 Devo, "Too Much Paranoias," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 Devo, "Whip It," Freedom of Choice, Warner Bros., 1980 Devo, "Gut Feeling / (Slap Your Mammy)," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner Bros., 1978 The Saints, "(I'm) Stranded," (I'm) Stranded, EMI, 1977 The Saints, "Know Your Product," Know Your Product (Single), Harvest, 1978 Trupa Trupa, "Far Away," B FLAT A, Glitterbeat, 2022 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 20, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from "one of the best albums of the '90s" that doesn't get the attention it deserves. He says it would work on the show Peaky Blinders, too. Become a member on Patreon: bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 15, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Led Zeppelin, "Immigrant Song," Led Zeppelin III, Atlantic, 1970 Wet Leg, "Ur Mum," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 Wet Leg, "Wet Dream," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 Wet Leg, "I Don't Wanna Go Out," Wet Leg, Domino, 2022 Rosalía, "CHICKEN TERIYAKI," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Rosalía, "DIABLO," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Rosalía, "LA FAMA (feat. The Weeknd)," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Rosalía, "MOTOMAMI," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Rosalía, "LA COMBI VERSACE (feat. Tokischa)," Motomami, Columbia, 2022 Led Zeppelin, "Thank You," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "Whole Lotta Love," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "When the Levee Breaks," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Black Dog," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "D'yer Mak'er," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973 Led Zeppelin, "Rock and Roll," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "Stairway to Heaven," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971 Led Zeppelin, "The Ocean," Houses of the Holy, Atlantic, 1973 Led Zeppelin, "Kashmir," Physical Graffiti, Atlantic, 1975 Devo, "Jocko Homo," Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, Warner, 1978 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 13, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an Australian singer who died last year singing an Italian song of resistance. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 8, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Wilco, "I'm The Man Who Loves You (Live on Sound Opinions)," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002 Wilco, "War On War," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002 Wilco, "Should've Been In Love," A.M., Reprise, 1995 Wilco, "She's A Jar," Summerteeth, Reprise, 1999 Wilco, "Ashes of American Flags," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002 Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 6, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to a drummer who died recently. Greg and many musicians he played with say he had an understated, but unforgettable feel. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Apr 1, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Patti Smith, "Gloria," Horses, Arista, 1975 Shocking Blue, "Venus," At Home, Pink Elephant, 1969 Laura Branigan, "Gloria," Branigan, Atlantic, 1982 Seeing Double, "Leah," Leah//Don't Wait (Single), Cesar Dawg, 2022 First Aid Kit, "Emmylou," The Lion's Roar, Redeye, 2012 Roxanne Shanté, "Roxanne's Revenge," Roxanne's Revenge (Single), Warner Bros., 1984 Dolly Parton, "Jolene," Jolene, RCA Victor, 1974 Lyres, "Help You Anne," On Fyre, Ace of Hearts, 1984 De La Soul, "Millie Pulled a Pistol on Santa," De La Soul Is Dead, Tommy Boy, 1991 The Rolling Stones, "Angie," Goats Head Soup, Rolling Stones, 1973 Brittany Howard, "Georgia," Jaime, ATO, 2019 Unrest, "Cath Carroll," Perfect Teeth, 4AD, 1993 The Magnetic Fields, "Josephine," Distant Plastic Trees, PoPuP, 1991 Material Issue, "Valerie Loves Me," International Pop Overthrow, Mercury, 1991 The Velvet Underground, "Candy Says," The Velvet Underground, Verve, 1969 Outkast, "Rosa Parks (Radio Version)," Aquemini, LaFace, 1998 Timmy Thomas, "Why Can't We Live Together," Why Can't We Live Together, Glades, 1972 Wilco, "Jesus, Etc.," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2001 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 30, 2022

In this bonus episode we talk in depth with Ukrainian musician Serge Tiagnyriadno about his life making music in Kyiv amidst the Russian war in Ukraine. You can find Serge on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SergeTiagnyriadno/ If you want to support Ukrainian army: https://bank.gov.ua/.../natsionalniy-bank-vidkriv... If you want to find Serge's music: https://www.hacking-music.com/RETURNTHELOVE If you want to know more about the war: 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 25, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Maren Morris, "Circles Around This Town," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022 Curtis Harding, "Hopeful," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021 Curtis Harding, "Can't Hide It," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021 Curtis Harding, "Where's the Love," If Words Were Flowers, Anti-, 2021 Superchunk, "City of the Dead," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "Endless Summer," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "If You're Not Dark," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Superchunk, "This Night," Wild Loneliness, Merge, 2022 Maren Morris, "Nervous," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022 Maren Morris, "I Can't Love You Anymore," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022 Maren Morris, "Humble Quest," Humble Quest, Columbia Nashville, 2022 MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969 Kiss, "Rock and Roll All Nite," Dressed to Kill, Casablanca, 1975 Slade, "Cum on Feel the Noize," Sladest, Polydor, 1973 The Stooges, "I Wanna Be Your Dog," The Stooges, Elektra, 1969 Led Zeppelin, "Dazed and Confused," Led Zeppelin, Atlantic, 1969 The Beatles, "I Saw Her Standing There," Please Please Me, Parlophone, 1963 Snail Mail, "Valentine," Valentine, Matador, 2021 Madleen Kane, "You and I," Cheri, JVCKenwood Victor Entertainment, 1979 Snail Mail, "Forever (Sailing)," Valentine, Matador, 2021 Pure Prairie League, "Amie," Bustin' Out, RCA Victor, 1972 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 23, 2022

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/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 18, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Dolly Parton, "Big Dreams and Faded Jeans," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 Dolly Parton, "Driven," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 Dolly Parton, "Woman Up (And Take It Like A Man)," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 Dolly Parton, "Snakes In the Grass," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 Dolly Parton, "Demons (feat. Ben Haggard)," Run Rose Run, Butterfly, 2022 SASAMI, "Make It Right," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 SASAMI, "Skin A Rat," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 SASAMI, "The Greatest," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 SASAMI, "Sorry Entertainer," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 SASAMI, "Call Me Home," Squeeze, Domino, 2022 Lucy Dacus, "Hot & Heavy," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Brando," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Going Going Gone," Home Video, Matador, 2021 boygenius, "Bite The Hand," boygenius, Matador, 2018 Lucy Dacus, "In the Air Tonight," 2019, Matador, 2019 Lucy Dacus, "Triple Dog Dare," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Night Shift," Historian, Matador, 2018 Lucy Dacus, "Kissing Lessons," Kissing Lessons (Single), Matador, 2022 Steppenwolf, "Magic Carpet Ride," The Second, Dunhill, 1968 Cassandra Jenkins, "Hard Drive," An Overview on Phenomenal Nature, Ba Da Bing!, 2021 Romeo Void, "Never Say Never," Benefactor, Columbia, 1982 Procol Harum, "She Wandered Through the Garden Fence," Procol Harum, Deram, 1967 Elvis Costello and the Attractions, "Seven Day Weekend," Blood & Chocolate, Demon, 1986 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 16, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox by a band from Boston that he and Greg both love, but have somehow never played on Sound Opinions until now. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 11, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: X-Ray Spex, "Oh Bondage, Up Yours!," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 Saba, "Survivor's Guilt (feat. G Herbo)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Saba, "One Way or Every N**** With a Budget," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Saba, "Soldier (feat. Pivot Gang)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Saba, "Fearmonger (feat. Daoud)," Few Good Things, Saba Pivot, 2022 Shamir, "Cisgender," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022 Shamir, "Gay Agenda," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022 Shamir, "Stability," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022 Shamir, "Cold Brew," Heterosexuality, AntiFragile, 2022 Mari Elliott, "Silly Billy," Silly Billy (Single), GTO, 1976 X-Ray Spex, "Warrior In Woolworths," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 X-Ray Spex, "Plastic Bag," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 X-Ray Spex, "Genetic Engineering," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 X-Ray Spex, "Germ-Free Adolescents," Germfree Adolescents, EMI, 1978 Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 9, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in memory of a singer whose band blended Bach and rock. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 4, 2022

Whether it's a stylistic choice or born out of necessity, sometimes great songs aren’t sung, they’re spoken. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite tracks featuring speak-singing vocals. Plus, they hear selections from the production staff, review the new album from Spoon, and bid farewell to Mark Lanegan. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Chaise Longue (Single), Domino, 2022 Spoon, "Lucifer On The Sofa," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Spoon, "On the Radio," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Spoon, "Feels Alright," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Spoon, "Astral Jacket," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Spoon, "Held," Lucifer On The Sofa, Matador, 2022 Peggy Lee, "Is That All There Is?," Is That All There Is?, Capitol, 1969 Barry White, "Can't Get Enough of Your Love, Babe," Can't Get Enough, 20th Century, 1974 Movements, "The Grey," Feel Something, FEARLESS, 2017 Devo, "Whip It," Freedom of Choice, Warner, 1980 Lou Reed, "Coney Island Baby," Coney Island Baby, RCA, 1975 Grace Jones, "Private Life," Warm Leatherette, Island, 1980 Blur, "Parklife," Parklife, Food, 1994 The Fall, "Totally Wired," Totally Wired (Single), Rough Trade, 1980 Prince, "Let's Go Crazy," Purple Rain, Warner Bros, 1984 Pavement, "Fame Throwa," Slanted and Enchanted, Matador, 1992 REM, "Belong," Out of Time, Warner Bros, 1991 Art Brut, "Formed a Band," Bang Bang Rock & Roll, Downtown, 2005 Talking Heads, "Once In a Lifetime," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980 Billie Eilish, "Bad Guy," When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, Darkroom, 2019 Screaming Trees, "Nearly Lost You," Sweet Oblivion, Epic, 1992 The Gutter Twins, "Idle Hands," Saturnalia, Sub Pop , 2008 Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan, "Ramblin' Man (Live On Sound Opinions in 2011)," Ballad of the Broken Seas, V2, 2006 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Mar 2, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a buried treasure track to the Desert Island Jukebox. It sure is getting sandy in here... Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 25, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Aunt Sally, "Subete Urimono," Aunt Sally, Vanity, 1979 Fieh, "Rosalie," Rosalie (Single), Jansen, 2022 K.O.G., "Ayinye," Zone 6, Agege, Pura Vida, 2022 Yumi Zouma, "In The Eyes Of Our Love," In The Eyes Of Our Love (Single), Polyvinyl, 2022 Pachyman, "All Night Long (feat. Winter)," All Night Love (feat. Winter) (Single), ATO, 2022 Deaf Lingo, "Friends," Lingonberry, Lövely, 2022 Confidence Man, "Feels Like a Different Thing," TILT, Heavenly, 2022 Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul, "Ceci n'est pas un cliché," Topical Dancer, Deewee, 2022 PinkPantheress, "Pain," To Hell with It, Parlophone, 2021 Green Velvet & Mihalis Safras, "My Cheri (Original Mix)," My Cheri (Original Mix) (Single), Relief, 2021 Mear, "The Order," Soft Chains, Self-Released, 2022 Leo Nocentelli, "Riverfront," Another Side, Light In The Attic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Fiona Apple, "Every Single Night," The Idler Wheel Is Wiser Than the Driver of the Screw and Whipping Cords Will Serve You More Than Ropes Will Ever Do, Epic, 2012 Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Molly Drake, "I Remember," The Tide's Magnificence: Songs and Poems of Molly Drake , Bryter, 2018 Nick Drake, "Pink Moon," Pink Moon, Island, 1972 Nick Drake, "Road," Pink Moon, Island, 1972 The Mountain Goats, "No Children," Tallahassee, 4AD, 2002 Dionne Warwick, "I'll Never Love This Way Again," Dionne, Arista, 1979 Nightwish, "FantasMic," Wishmaster, Spinefarm, 2000 John Prine, "Far From Me," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Please Don't Bury Me," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Lake Marie," Lost Dogs and Mixed Blessings, Oh Boy, 1995 Bob Dylan, "Like a Rolling Stone," Highway 61 Revisited, Columbia, 1965 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 23, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox by a songwriter from Queens who had songs performed by Mama Cass, Astrid Gilberto and Glen Campbell. She only had one album of her own, but three albums of her demos have been released after her album gained acclaim 30 years after it was released. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 18, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Slum Village, "Fall In Love," Fantastic, Vol. 2, GoodVibe, 2000 Big Thief, "Change," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022 Big Thief, "Red Moon," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022 Big Thief, "Spud Infinity," Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You, 4AD, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "No Mistakes," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "I Got This," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Please Be A Stranger," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Believer," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers, "Talkin' To Myself," Nightroamer, Thirty Tigers, 2022 J Dilla, "Workinonit," Donuts, Stones Throw, 2006 D'Angelo, "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 J Dilla, "So Far to Go (feat. Common & D'Angelo)," The Shining, BBE, 2006 Common, "The Light," Like Water For Chocolate, Geffen, 2000 D'Angelo, "Devil's Pie," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000 Common, "I Am Music (feat. Jill Scott)," Electric Circus, MCA, 2002 The Pharcyde, "Runnin'," Labcabincalifornia, Delicious Vinyl, 1995 Spelling, "Little Deer," The Turning Wheel, Sacred Bones, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 16, 2022

In this bonus podcast, Greg pays tribute to two idiosyncratic greats of soul and funk who we lost in February. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 11, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: KISS, "Rock and Roll All Nite [Live]," Alive!, Casablanca, 1975 Amber Mark, "Most Men," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022 Amber Mark, "What It Is," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022 Amber Mark, "Darkside," Three Dimensions Deep, PMR, 2022 KISS, "Detroit Rock City," Destroyer, Casablanca, 1976 Wicked Lester, "She," The Box Set, Mercury, 2001 KISS, "Beth," Destroyer, Casablanca, 1976 KISS, "I Was Made for Lovin' You," Dynasty, Casablanca, 1979 KISS, "Strutter," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974 KISS, "Creatures of the Night," Creatures of the Night, Casablanca, 1982 KISS, "Forever," Hot in the Shade, Mercury, 1989 KISS, "Black Diamond," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974 The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, "I Got My Mojo Working," The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Elektra, 1965 Muddy Waters, "Long Distance Call (feat. Otis Spann, Mike Bloomfield, Paul Butterfield, Donald Duck Dunn & Sam Lay) [Live At Super Cosmic Jamboree, 1969]," Fathers and Sons, Chess, 1969 Bob Dylan, "Like a Rolling Stone [Live at Newport 1965]," N/A, N/A, 1965 J Dilla, "So Far to Go (feat. Common & D'Angelo)," The Shining, BBE, 2006 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 9, 2022

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he remembered after Ronnie Spector passed. Jim is amazed to learn this band is a favorite of Greg's. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 4, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: The Go-Go's, "Vacation," Vacation, I.R.S., 1982 Mitski, "Working For the Knife," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 Mitski, "The Only Heartbreaker," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 Mitski, "Stay Soft," Laurel Hell, Dead Oceans, 2022 Weezer, "Island in the Sun," Weezer (Green Album), Geffen, 2001 The Ventures, "Hawaii Five-O," Hawaii Five-O, Liberty, 1969 The Beginning of the End, "Funky Nassau Pt. 1," Funky Nassau, Alston, 1971 Guided By Voices, "Motor Away," Alien Lanes, Matador, 1995 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021 Willie Nelson, "On the Road Again," Honeysuckle Rose, Columbia, 1980 Pink Floyd, "Point Me at the Sky," Point Me at the Sky (Single), EMI, 1968 Joni Mitchell, "Free Man in Paris," Court and Spark, Asylum, 1974 Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers, "I Love Hot Nights," Modern Lovers 88, Rounder, 1988 Big Star, "The India Song," #1 Record, Ardent, 1972 Ronnie Spector & The E Street Band, "Say Goodbye To Hollywood," Say Goodbye To Hollywood (Single), Epic, 1977 Summer Salt, "Driving to Hawaii," Driving to Hawaii, Cherry Lime, 2014 Kraftwerk, "Europe Endless," Trans-Europe Express, Capitol, 1977 Bronski Beat, "Small Town Boy," The Age of Consent, London, 1984 A Tribe Called Quest, "I Left My Wallet in El Segundo," People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm, Jive, 1990 Rihanna, "Desperado," Anti, Westbury Road, 2016 The B-52's, "Roam," Cosmic Thing, Reprise, 1989 Eleanor Friedberger, "It's Hard," Rebound, French Kiss, 2018 Kiss, "Strutter," Kiss, Casablanca, 1974 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Feb 2, 2022

Jim pays tribute to the late Rachel Nagy of the Detroit Cobras, dead at the age of 37. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 28, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: John Prine, "Angel From Montgomery," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "A Good Time," Live at the 5th Peg, unreleased, 1970 John Prine, "Paradise," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Sam Stone," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 Dusty Springfield, "Son of a Preacher Man," Dusty In Memphis, Atlantic, 1969 Bonnie Raitt, "Angel From Montgomery," Streetlights, Warner Bros, 1974 John Prine, "Illegal Smile," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Spanish Pipedream," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 John Prine, "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 Viagra Boys, "In Spite Of Ourselves (feat. Amy Taylor)," Welfare Jazz, Year0001, 2021 Iris DeMent, "Let The Mystery Be," Infamous Angel, Philo, 1992 John Prine, "Jesus, The Missing Years," The Missing Years, Oh Boy, 1991 John Prine, "When I Get To Heaven," The Tree of Forgiveness, Oh Boy, 2018 Throwing Muses, "Counting Backwards," The Real Ramona, 4AD, Sire, 1991 Neal Francis, "Can't Stop The Rain," In Plain Sight, ATO, 2021 Aimee Mann, "Robert Lowell and Sylvia Plath," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 Pom Pom Squad, "Head Cheerleader," Death of a Cheerleader, City Slang, 2021 Meat Loaf, "Bat Out of Hell," Bat Out of Hell, Cleveland International, 1977 The Go-Go's, "Vacation," Vacation, I.R.S., 1982 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 26, 2022

In this bonus episode, producer Andrew Gill interviews John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats about his most recent novel, "Devil House" and his previous two novels, "Universal Harvester" and "Wolf In White Van." Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 21, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Adia Victoria, "Troubled Mind," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Earl Sweatshirt, "Sick!," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022 Earl Sweatshirt, "Tabula Rasa (feat. Armand Harmmer)," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022 Earl Sweatshirt, "Titanic," Sick!, Tan Cressida/Warner, 2022 FKA twigs, "tears in the club (feat. the weeknd)," Caprisongs, Young, 2022 FKA twigs, "meta angel," Caprisongs, Young, 2022 FKA twigs, "careless (feat. daniel caesar)," Caprisongs, Young, 2022 Adia Victoria, "South For The Winter (feat. Matt Berninger)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "You Was Born To Die (feat. Kyshona Armstrong, Margo Price & Jason Isbell)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Far From Dixie," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Please Come Down," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Whole World Knows," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 The Ronettes, "Be My Baby," Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica, Philles, 1964 Ronnie Spector, "She Talks To Rainbows," She Talks to Rainbows, Kill Rock Stars, 1999 The Ronettes, "Do I Love You?," Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica, Philles, 1964 Ronnie Spector, "You Can't Put Your Arms Around a Memory," She Talks to Rainbows, Kill Rock Stars, 1999 John Prine, "Hello In There," John Prine, Atlantic, 1971 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 19, 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a classic of Chicago house music that was reworked into one of his favorite singles on 2021. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 14, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Robert Finley, "Sharecropper's Son," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 The Weeknd, "Gasoline," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022 The Weeknd, "Less Than Zero," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022 The Weeknd, "Out of Time," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022 The Weeknd, "Take My Breath," Dawn FM, Republic, 2022 Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "Heading West," Barn, Reprise, 2021 Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "Human Race," Barn, Reprise, 2021 Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "They Might Be Lost," Barn, Reprise, 2021 Turnstile, "Don't Play," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Turnstile, "Blackout," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Turnstile, "Underwater Boi," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Turnstile and Blood Orange, "Alien Love Call," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Turnstile, "T.L.C. (Turnstile Love Connection)," Glow On, Roadrunner, 2021 Tom Petty, "Runnin' Down A Dream," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 Tom Petty, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Robert Finley, "Country Boy," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Robert Finley, "Starting To See," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 12, 2022

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/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 7, 2022

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Lizzo, "Rumors (feat. Cardi B)," Rumors (Single), Atlantic, 2021 Sophie, "Bipp," Product, Numbers, 2015 The Marvelettes, "Please Mr. Postman," Please Mr. Postman, Motown, 1961 Return to Forever, "Hymn of the Seventh Galaxy," Hymn of the Seventh Galaxy, Polydor, 1973 Cabaret Voltaire, "Nag, Nag, Nag," Nag, Nag, Nag (Single), Rough Trade, 1979 Muna, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Silk Chiffon (Single), Saddest Factory, 2021 Emotional Oranges, "All That (feat. Channel Tres)," The Juicebox, Avant Garden, 2021 Caroline Polachek, "Bunny Is a Rider," Bunny Is a Rider (Single), Perpetual Novice, 2021 Kaytranada, "Intimidated (feat. H.E.R.)," Intimidated, RCA, 2021 Beach Bunny, "Oxygen," Oxygen (Single), Mom+Pop, 2021 Mannequin Pussy, "Control," Perfect, Epitaph, 2021 City Girls, "Twerkulator," Twerkulator (Single), Quality Control, 2021 Bo Burnham, "That Funny Feeling," Inside (The Songs), Republic, 2021 Yotuel, Gente de Zona & Descemer Bueno, "Patria y Vida (feat. Maykel Osorbo & El Funky)," Patria y Vida (Single), Chancleta, 2021 Sparks, Adam Driver & Marion Cotillard, "So May We Start (feat. Simon Helberg) [From "Annette"]," So May We Start (feat. Simon Helberg) [From: "Annette"] (Single), CG Cinema International, 2021 Turnstile, "MYSTERY," GLOW ON, Roadrunner, 2021 Wet Leg, "Chaise Longue," Chaise Longue (Single), Domino, 2021 Horsegirl, "Billy," Billy (Single), Matador, 2021 Ric Wilson, "Pull A James Baldwin," Pull A James Baldwin (Single), Free Disco / EMPIRE, 2021 Jelani Aryeh, "Marigold," I've Got Some Living To Do, No Matter, 2021 The Quivers, "You're Not Always On My Mind," Golden Doubt, Ba Da Bing!, 2021 Prince, "Hot Summer," Welcome 2 America, Legacy, 2021 Nick Waterhouse, "Vincentine," Promenade Blue, Innovative Leisure, 2021 Cocktail Slippers, "She Devil (Shout It out Loud!)," She Devil (Shout It out Loud!), Wicked Cool, 2021 Robert Finley, "Sharecropper's Son," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Jan 5, 2022

In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that became very popular for a pop star, but whose songwriter remained obscure. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 31, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Merry Clayton, "Southern Man," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971 Material, "Bustin' Out," Bustin' Out, Celluloid, 1981 Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984 Betty Davis, "Dedicated To the Press," Nasty Gal, Island, 1975 Betty Davis, "They Say I'm Different," They Say I'm Different, Just Sunshine, 1974 The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 Bobby Darin, "Who Can I Count On?," You're the Reason I'm Living, Capitol, 1963 Elvis Presley, "Happy Ending," It All Happened At the World's Fair (Original Soundtrack), RCA Victor, 1963 Ray Charles, "I Won't Leave," A Portrait of Ray, ABC, 1968 Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Sweet Home Alabama," Second Helping, MCA, 1974 Merry Clayton, "Touch The Hem Of His Garment," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021 Merry Clayton, "A Song For You," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971 Merry Clayton, "Deliverance," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021 Lil Nas X, "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 29, 2021

In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a one-hit-wonder from 1996 to the Desert Island Jukebox. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 24, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Carole King, "It's Too Late," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 The Shirelles, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tonight's the Night, Scepter, 1960 Little Eva, "The Loco-motion," The Loco-motion (Single), Dimension 1000, 1962 Bobby Vee, "Take Good Care of My Baby," Take Good Care of My Baby, Liberty, 1961 The Monkees, "Pleasant Valley Sunday," Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd., Colgems, 1967 Carole King, "It Might As Well Rain Until September," It Might As Well Rain Until September (Single), Dimension, 1962 The City, "Now That Everything's Been Said," Now That Everything's Been Said, Ode, 1968 Carole King, "No Easy Way Down," Writer, Ode, 1970 Carole King, "Beautiful," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "You've Got a Friend," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Tapestry," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King and Louise Goffin, "Where You Lead," Our Little Corner of the World Music From Gilmore Girls, Rhino, 2002 Carole King, "Where You Lead," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "So Far Away," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Way Over Yonder," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 Carole King, "Smackwater Jack," Tapestry, Ode, 1971 James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon, Warner Bros., 1971 Carole King and James Taylor, "You've Got a Friend," Live At The Troubadour, Syzygy, 2010 Liz Phair, "Divorce Song (Girly-Sound Version)," The Girly-Sound Tapes, Matador, 2018 Lauryn Hill, "Everything Is Everything," The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Columbia, 1998 Tori Amos, "Cornflake Girl," Under the Pink, Atlantic, 1994 Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 22, 2021

In this bonus episode Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox inspired by a favorite TV show from his favorite director. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 17, 2021

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Andy Cirzan has a bag full of fresh festive tunes for everyone to enjoy. The Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular is back with vintage Korean psych rock, rare old school Caribbean vinyl and even some modern indie artists. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Lenny Dee, "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town," Happy Holi-Dee, Decca, 1961 Marching Church, "Christmas On Earth," Christmas On Earth (Single), Sacred Bones, 2017 Blitzen Trapper, "Christmas Is Coming Soon," Blitzen Trapper, LidKerCow, 2003 Allan Hull, "Cardboard Christmas Boxes," Mid Winter: The Songs & Music Of Christmas And The Turning Of The Year, Free Reed, 2006 Unknown, "Jingle Bells," Unknown, , Parachange de Navidad, "Los Mamarrachos," Unknown, , El Nacimiento del Mesiah, "La Calandria," Unknown, , Del Lechon el Rabito, "Trio Alegras Dominicanos," Navidades En Puerto Rico, Hato Rey, Que Lio en la Navidad, "Trio Vegabajeno," Cantares De Navidad Vol. II, Marvela, Cardomos Navidenas, "Chuto Bayaman y La Calandria," Unknown, , The Three Suns, "Winter Wonderland," The Sound of Christmas, Camden, 1961 He 5, "Red Nosed Reindeer," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969 He 5 , "Jingle Bell," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969 He 5, "Auld Lang Syne," Merry Christmas, MRC, 1969 The Beach Boys, "Christmas Eve," Keep An Eye On Summer - The Beach Boys Sessions 1964, Capitol, 2014 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 15, 2021

In this bonus podcast Jim interviews hip hop artist Matt Muse and Greg pays tribute to three music world luminaries who recently passed. Buy tickets for Love & Nappyness 12/17 at Metro Chicago: https://bit.ly/3dQP4Bg Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 10, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Living in the Good Times," Over the Overlords, Wax Trax!, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Shame, "Nigel Hitter," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021 UV-TV, "Distant Lullaby," Always Something, PaperCup Music, 2021 Taylor Swift, "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version) (From the Vault)," Red (Taylor's Version), Republic, 2021 Remi Wolf, "Guerrilla," Juno, Island, 2021 La Femme, "Paradigme," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu/Idol, 2021 Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tony Allen, "Mau Mau (feat. Nah Eeto)," There Is No End, Decca, 2021 Boston Manor, "Carbon Mono," Desperate Times Desperate Pleasures, SharpTone, 2021 Lucy Dacus, "Going, Going, Gone," Home Video, Matador, 2021 Viagra Boys, "Ain't Nice," Welfare Jazz, YEAR0001, 2021 Little Simz, "Speed," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101, 2021 Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021 IDLES, "The Wheel," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Choices," Comfort to Me, B2B, 2021 Goat Girl, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 8, 2021

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg continue their conversation with Rolling Stone senior writer and Sound Opinions contributor, Althea Legaspi, about first hand experiences of unsafe concerts. 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 3, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Brian Eno, "Over Fire Island," Another Green World, Island, 1975 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Miles Davis, "John McLaughlin," Bitches Brew, Columbia, 1970 Frankie Valli, "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You," Solo, Philips, 1967 Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Sister Rosetta Tharpe, "Up Above My Head," Up Above My Head (Single), Decca, 1948 Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986 Marvin Gaye, "What's Going On," What's Going On, Tamla, 1971 Wall of Voodoo, "Mexican Radio," Call of the West, I.R.S., 1983 Manu Chao, "Clandestino," Clandestino, Virgin, 1998 The Beatles, "She's Leaving Home," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Smiths, "Suffer Little Children," The Smiths, Rough Trade, 1984 Jonathan Richman, "Velvet Underground," I, Jonathan, New Rounder, 1992 MUNA, "Silk Chiffon (feat. Phoebe Bridgers)," Silk Chiffon (Single), Saddest Factory, 2021 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Dec 1, 2021

In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an under-appreciated band from the late-80s indie scene. 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 26, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Aimee Mann, "Save Me," Magnolia (Music From the Motion Picture), Warner Music, 1999 Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "Quattro (World Drifts In)," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021 Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "Searching For My Love," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021 Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "High And Lonesome," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021 Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, "You Led Me To The Wrong," Raise the Roof, Warner Music, 2021 Neil Young, "Heart of Gold," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Neil Young, "A Man Needs A Maid," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Neil Young, "Are You Ready For The Country," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Neil Young, "The Needle and the Damage Done," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Aimee Mann, "Burn It Out," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 Neil Young, "Old Man," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Neil Young, "Alabama," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Steely Dan, "Do It Again," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972 Steely Dan, "Only a Fool Would Say That," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972 Steely Dan, "Reelin' In the Years," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972 Steely Dan, "Dirty Work," Can't Buy A Thrill, ABC, 1972 Steely Dan, "The Boston Rag," Countdown to Ecstasy, ABC, 1973 Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "Beyond Belief," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982 Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "Almost Blue," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982 Elvis Costello And The Attractions, "...And In Every Home," Imperial Bedroom, Columbia, 1982 Elvis Costello And The Brodsky Quartet, "I Thought I'd Write to Juliet," The Juliet Letters, Warner Bros, 1993 The Young Snakes, "Not Enough," Bark Along With The Young Snakes, Ambiguous, 1982 Aimee Mann, "At The Frick Museum," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 The Loud Family, "Sword Swallower," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993 The Loud Family, "Inverness," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993 Aimee Mann, "Fifty Years After the Fair," Whatever, Imago, 1993 Game Theory, "Regenisraen," The Big Shot Chronicles, Enigma, 1986 The Loud Family, "Slit My Wrists," Plants and Birds and Rocks and Things, Alias, 1993 Elliott Smith, "Waltz, No. 2 (XO)," XO, Dreamworks, 1998 Elliott Smith, "Sweet Adeline," XO, Dreamworks, 1998 Aimee Mann, "Suicide Is Murder," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 Karen Dalton, "Something On Your Mind," In My Own Time, Paramount, 1971 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 24, 2021

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/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 19, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Ariana Grande, "thank u, next," thank u, next, Republic, 2019 Courtney Barnett, "Rae Street," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021 Courtney Barnett, "Write a List of Things to Look Forward To," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021 Courtney Barnett, "Take It Day by Day," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021 Courtney Barnett, "Splendour," Things Take Time, Take Time, Mom+Pop, 2021 IDLES, "Car Crash," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 IDLES, "The Wheel," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 IDLES, "The New Sensation," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 IDLES, "The Beachland Ballroom," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 IDLES, "The End," Crawler, Partisan, 2021 Big Star, "Thank You Friends," Third, PVC, 1977 Sister Sledge, "We Are Family," We Are Family, Atlantic, 1979 Earth, Wind & Fire, "Gratitude," Gratitude, Columbia, 1975 Tyler, The Creator, "GONE, GONE / THANK YOU," IGOR, Columbia, 2019 Bonnie Raitt, "Thank You," Bonnie Raitt, Warner Bros., 1971 Lucinda Williams, "Stowaway in Your Heart," Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone, Highway 20, 2014 Fall Out Boy, "Thnks Fr Th Mmrs," Infinity On High, Island, 2007 Chance The Rapper, "Blessings (feat. Jamila Woods)," Coloring Book, Self-Released, 2016 Andrew Gold, "Thank You For Being A Friend," All This and Heaven Too, Asylum, 1978 The Kinks, "Days," Days (Single), Pye 7N 17573, 1968 Dido, "Thank You," No Angel, Cheeky, 1999 Descendants, "Thank You," Everything Sucks, Epitaph, 1996 Aimee Mann, "Suicide Is Murder," Queens of the Summer Hotel, SuperEgo, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 17, 2021

In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox from a lesser-known Motown diva who began her career with a secret. 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 12, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Goat Girl, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Neptune's Core, "Turning Red," Evolving, Neptune's Core, 2021 Hana Vu, "Gutter," Public Storage, Ghostly International, 2021 Chastity Belt, "Fear," Fear (Single), Chastity Belt, 2021 Beak>, "Oh Know," Oh Know (Single), Invada, 2021 Witch Fever, "Reincarnate," Reincarnate, Music For Nations, 2021 Julie Doiron, "You Gave Me the Key," You Gave Me the Key (Single), You've Changed, 2021 The SoapGirls, "Societys Reject," Societys Rejects, The SoapGirls, 2017 Mattiel, "Those Words," Those Words (Single), ATO, 2021 Goat Girl, "Creep," Goat Girl, Rough Trade, 2018 Goat Girl, "Anxiety Feels," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Goat Girl, "Badibaba," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 Goat Girl, "Jazz (In The Supermarket)," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021 ABBA, "I Still Have Faith In You," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "Don't Shut Me Down," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "Bumblebee," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "Little Things," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "I Can Be That Woman," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 ABBA, "Just A Notion," Voyage, Capitol, 2021 Massive Attack, "Be Thankful For What You've Got," Blue Lines, Wild Bunch, Virgin, 1991 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 10, 2021

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a Halloween song performed by a favorite soul singer to the Desert Island Jukebox. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 5, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: R.E.M., "The One I Love," Document, I.R.S., 1987 Brandi Carlile, "Right On Time," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021 Brandi Carlile, "Broken Horses," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021 Brandi Carlile, "Mama Werewolf," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021 Brandi Carlile, "Stay Gentle," In These Silent Days, Elektra, 2021 Parquet Courts, "Plant Life," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021 Parquet Courts, "Walking At A Downtown Pace," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021 Parquet Courts, "Marathon Of Anger," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021 Parquet Courts, "Pulcinella," Sympathy For Life, Rough Trade, 2021 R.E.M., "Begin the Begin," Life's Rich Pageant, I.R.S., 1986 Siouxsie and the Banshees, "Hong Kong Garden," The Scream, Polydor, 1978 The Police, "Roxanne," Outlandos d'Amour, A&M, 1978 Buzzcocks, "What Do I Get?," What Do I Get? (Single), United Artists, 1978 Buzzcocks, "Why Can't I Touch It?," Everybody's Happy Nowadays, United Artists, 1979 Sting, "Desert Rose (feat. Cheb Mami)," Brand New Day, A&M, 1999 The Bangles, "Walk Like An Egyptian," Different Light, Columbia, 1986 Sydney Sprague, "object permanence (feat. Danielle Durack)," maybe i will see you at the end of the world, Rude, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Nov 3, 2021

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a Chicago band that never got it's due despite spurring an entire genre. Their lead singer sadly died of COVID. 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 29, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: The Velvet Underground, "I'm Waiting For the Man," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Velvet Underground, "Venus In Furs," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Velvet Underground, "Heroin," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 The Primatives, "The Ostrich," The Ostrich (Single), Pickwick, 1964 The Velvet Underground, "Sister Ray - Live In New York City 1967," The Velvet Underground: A Documentary Film By Todd Haynes – Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack, Republic, 2021 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "All Tomorrow's Parties," The Velvet Underground & Nico, Verve, 1967 RAY BLK, "BLK MADONNA," Access Denied, Island, 2021 RAY BLK, "MIA (feat. Kaash Paige)," Access Denied, Island, 2021 RAY BLK, "Access Denied," Access Denied, Island, 2021 RAY BLK, "Go-go Girl (feat. Suburban Plaza)," Access Denied, Island, 2021 illuminati hotties, "Pool Hopping," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 illuminati hotties, "u v v p (feat. Buck Meek)," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 illuminati hotties, "Knead," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 illuminati hotties, "Growth," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 illuminati hotties, "Joni: LA's No. 1 Health Goth," Let Me Do One More, Snack Shack Tracks, 2021 The Soundtrack of Our Lives, "The Ego Illusion," Communion, Telegram, 2008 The Kinks, "Till the End of the Day," The Kink Kontroversy, Reprise, 1965 Balance, "Breaking Away," Balance, Portrait, 1981 Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986 John Wesley Harding, "Sussex Ghost Story," Adam's Apple, DRT Entertainment, 2004 The Police, "Roxanne," Outlandos d' Amour, A&M, 1978 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 27, 2021

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/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 22, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, "Long Black Veil," Kicking Against The Pricks, Mute, 1986 Roky Erickson and the Aliens, "If You Have Ghosts," The Evil One, 415, 1981 Joy Division, "Dead Souls," Still, Factory, 1981 Psychedelic Furs, "The Ghost In You," Mirror Moves, Columbia, 1984 Suicide, "Ghost Rider," Suicide, Red Star, 1977 Johnny Cash, "(Ghost) Riders In The Sky," Silver, Columbia, 1979 Caroline Herring, "Long Black Veil," Golden Apples of the Sun, Signature Sounds, 2009 Daniel Johnston, "Casper the Friendly Ghost," Yip/Jump Music, (Self-Released), 1983 Pat Benetar, "Wuthering Heights," Crimes of Passion, Chrysalis, 1980 Kate Bush, "Wuthering Heights," The Kick Inside, Harvest, 1978 Scott Sorry, "Black Dog Dancers," (Single), Generation X-Ray, 2021 Elton John, "Rocket Man (I Think It's Going to Be a Long Long Time)," Honky Château, Uni, 1972 Robyn Hitchcock & The Egyptians, "My Wife and My Dead Wife," Gotta Let This Hen Out!, Midnight Music, 1985 The Raveonettes, "Apparitions," Raven In the Grave, The Raveonettes, 2011 Mekons, "Ghosts of American Astronauts," So Good It Hurts, Twin/Tone, 1988 Ladytron, "Ghosts," Velocifero, Nettwerk Productions, 2008 The Goldstars, "Stroll In Hell," Stroll In Hell (Single), The Goldstars, 2021 Black Sabbath, "Black Sabbath," Black Sabbath, Vertigo, 1970 The Velvet Underground and Nico, "Sunday Morning," The Velvet Underground and Nico, Verve, 1967 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 20, 2021

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/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 15, 2021

Since the 1980s, producers and songwriters Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis have made huge hits with artists like Janet Jackson, Boyz II Men and Mariah Carey. But finally in 2021, the duo released their debut album as artists. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with Jimmy Jam about the record and his illustrious past work. Plus, we hear the song that got Garbage's Shirley Manson Hooked on Sonics. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Jam & Lewis, "Spinnin (feat. Mary J. Blige)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 Jam & Lewis, "Somewhat Loved (There You Go Breakin' My Heart) (feat. Mariah Carey)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 Janet Jackson, "What Have You Done for Me Lately," Control, A&M, 1986 Jam & Lewis, "The Next Best Day (feat. Boyz II Men)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 The S.O.S. Band, "Tell Me If You Still Care," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983 Cornbread Harris and Friends, "PutThe World," Cornbread Supreme Volume 1, 2631577 Records DK, 2002 Janet Jackson, "Control," Control, A&M, 1986 The S.O.S. Band, "Just Be Good to Me," On the Rise, Tabu/Epic, 1983 Jam & Lewis, "Happily Unhappy (feat. Toni Braxton)," Jam & Lewis, Volume 1, Flyte Tyme, BMG, 2021 New Edition, "Can You Stand the Rain," Heart Break, MCA, 1987 Janet Jackson, "Nasty," Control, A&M, 1986 The S.O.S. Band, "Take Your Time (Do It Right)," SOS, Tabu, 1980 Janet Jackson, "Miss You Much," Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814, A&M, 1989 Garbage, "No Gods No Masters," No Gods No Masters, Infectious Music, 2021 Stray Cats, "Stray Cat Strut," Stray Cats, Arista, 1981 Tori Amos, "Happy Phantom," Little Earthquakes, Atlantic, 1992 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 13, 2021

In this bonus podcast, Greg plays a song by a band that were once critical darlings, but have taken a critical beating over the past 20 years. He presents this song as evidence they haven't lost a step. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 8, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Songs: Ohia, "I've Been Riding With The Ghost," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Mickey Guyton, "Black Like Me," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Mickey Guyton, "All American," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Mickey Guyton, "Rosé," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Mickey Guyton, "Dancing In The Living Room," Remember Her Name, Capitol Nashville, 2021 Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Songs: Ohia, "Cabwaylingo," Songs:Ohia, Secretly Canadian, 1997 Songs: Ohia, "Steve Albini's Blues," Didn't It Rain, Secretly Canadian, 2002 Songs: Ohia, "Soul," (Single), Palace, 1995 Songs: Ohia, "White Sulfur," Songs:Ohia, Secretly Canadian, 1997 Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Songs: Ohia, "The Black Crow," The Lioness, Secretly Canadian, 1999 Amanda Shires, "Just Be Simple," Just Be Simple (Unreleased), N/A, 2019 Songs: Ohia, "Just Be Simple," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Leon Bridges, "Motorbike," Gold-Diggers Sound, Columbia, 2021 Miguel, "Sure Thing," All I Want Is You, Jive, 2010 Miguel, "All I Want Is You (feat. J.Cole)," All I Want Is You, Jive, 2010 Janet Jackson, "Control," Control, A&M, 1986 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 6, 2021

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/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Oct 1, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Adia Victoria, "Magnolia Blues," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Aaliyah, "4 Page Letter," One in a Million, Blackground and Atlantic, 1996 Neil Young, "Guitar Solo, No. 1," Dead Man (Music from and Inspired By the Motion Picture), Vapor, 1996 Adia Victoria, "You Was Born To Die (feat. Kyshona Armstrong, Margo Price & Jason Isbell)," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Mean-Hearted Woman," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Adia Victoria, "Please Come Down," A Southern Gothic, Atlantic, 2021 Little Simz, "Introvert," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Little Simz, "Speed," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Little Simz, "I Love You, I Hate You," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Little Simz, "The Rapper That Came To Tea (Interlude)," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Little Simz, "Fear No Man," Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, Age 101 Music, AWAL, 2021 Songs: Ohia, "I've Been Riding With The Ghost," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 29, 2021

In this bonus episode producer Andrew Gill interviews author Stephen Deusner about his new book, "Where The Devil Don't Stay: Traveling the South with the Drive-By Truckers." Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 24, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Low, "Days Like These," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021 Lil Nas X, "MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Lil Nas X, "AM I DREAMING (feat. Miley Cyrus)," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Lil Nas X, "SCOOP (feat. Doja Cat)," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Lil Nas X, "SUN GOES DOWN," Montero, Columbia, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Hertz," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Guided By Angels," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Freaks to the Front," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021 Amyl and the Sniffers, "Choices," Comfort to Me, ATO, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "star-crossed," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "justified," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "easier said," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "there is a light," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "hookup scene," star-crossed, Interscope/MCA Nashville, 2021 Low, "More," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021 Low, "The Price You Pay (It Must Be Wearing off)," HEY WHAT, Sub Pop, 2021 Steve Cropper & Felix Cavaliere, "Full Moon Tonight," Nudge It Up a Notch, Stax, 2008 Otis Redding, "Nobody's Fault But Mine," The Immortal Otis Redding, Stax, 1968 Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021 Duke Ellington, "Afrique," The Afro-Eurasian Eclipse, Fantasy, 1971 Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994 Janet Baker, "Ich bin die welt abhanden gekommen," Janet Baker Sings Mahler, EMI, 1967 Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021 Björk, "Stonemilker," Vulnicura, One Little Indian, 2015 Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Brian Eno, "Needles In the Camel's Eye," Here Come the Warm Jets, Island, 1974 Songs: Ohia, "Farewell Transmission," The Magnolia Electric Co., Secretly Canadian, 2003 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 22, 2021

In this bonus podcast, Jim adds a song to the desert island jukebox by a band that actually cooked on stage. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 20, 2021

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg share a couple more buried treasure picks and talk with producer Alex Claiborne about her experience at the recent Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 17, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Tamar Aphek, "Crossbow," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Mushroom, "Two Men Say They're Jesus, One of Them Must Be Wrong," Songs of Dissent: Live at the Make Out Room 8/9/19, Alchemikal Artz, 2021 U.V.T.V., "Back To Nowhere," Always Something, Papercup Music, 2021 Shower Curtain, "You Make Me Feel," You Make Me Feel (Single), Balaclava , 2021 Ka, "PWH," A Martyr’s Reward, Iron Works, 2021 Pist Idiots, "Juliette," Idiocracy, PIST IDIOTS, 2021 HotKid, "Letter," Letter (Single), Fortune Stellar, 2021 The Armed, "Ultrapop," Ultrapop, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Show Me Your Pretty Side," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Drive," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Nothing Can Surprise Me," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "Beautiful Confusion," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Monotonix, "Body Language," Body Language, Drag City, 2008 Tamar Aphek, "All I Know," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Tamar Aphek, "As Time Goes By," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021 Kacey Musgraves, "justified," star-crossed, Interscope/UMG Nashville, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 15, 2021

In this bonus podcast, Sound Opinions associate producer Sol Delgadillo interviews return guest Leon Bridges about his third album "Gold-Diggers Sound" and what it's like to hear his song "The River" so often in auditions for The Voice. 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 10, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Art d'Ecco, "I Am the Dance Floor," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Drake, "Champagne Poetry," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Drake, "Fountains (feat. Tems)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Drake, "7am On Bridle Path," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Drake, "Way Too Sexy (feat. Future & Young Thug)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Drake, "Girls Want Girls (feat. Lil Baby)," Certified Lover Boy, Republic, 2021 Halsey, "The Tradition," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021 Halsey, "I am not a woman, I'm a god," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021 Halsey, "Ya'aburnee," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021 Halsey, "Easier than Lying," If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power, Capitol, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Good Looks," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Nobody's Home," Trespasser, self-released, 2018 Art d'Ecco, "Head Rush," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "I Remember," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Bird of Prey," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Desires," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Nothing Ever Changes," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "The Message," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Mr Twin Sister, "Expressions," Expressions (Single), Twin Group, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 8, 2021

In this bonus episode contributor Althea Legaspi talks with DJ Beverly Bond about her organization, Black Girls Rock! Althea also talks with Jim and Greg about the current state of live music dealing with COVID and shares a new track going viral on social media. 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 3, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Teenage Fanclub, "Free Again," Free Again (Single), K, 1992 Kanye West, "Jail," Donda, Def Jam, 2021 Kanye West, "Jesus Lord," Donda, Def Jam, 2021 Kanye West, "Donda," Donda, Def Jam, 2021 Kanye West, "Off The Grid," Donda, Def Jam, 2021 Queen, "I Want To Break Free," The Works, EMI, 1984 Janet Jackson, "Control ," Control, A&M, 1986 Bob Marley & The Wailers, "Redemption Song," Uprising, Tuff Gong, 1980 The Velvet Underground, "I'm Set Free," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969 The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Out Of Our Heads, London, 1965 The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Stripped, Virgin, 1995 The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Shine A Light, Polydor, 2008 The Soup Dragons, "I'm Free," Lovegod, Big Life, 1990 Dua Lipa, "I'm Free," (Unreleased), NA, 2020 Alex Chilton, "Free Again," Alex Chilton's Lost Decade, Fan Club, 1985 Eric B. and Rakim, "Teach the Children," Don't Sweat the Technique, MCA, 1992 Florence + the Machine, "Dog Days Are Over," Lungs, Island, 2009 Lee "Scratch" Perry, "I Am the Upsetter," Trojan Reggae: Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae Classics 1967-1974, Sanctuary, 1998 Max Romeo & The Upsetters, "Chase The Devil," War Ina Babylon, Island, 1976 Venus Skytrip, "Star," Psychlona, Ripple, 2020 Kali Uchis, "telepatía," Sin Miedo (del Amor Y Otros Demonios) ∞, Interscope, 2020 Jaimie Branch, "theme 001 (Live)," FLY or DIE LIVE, International Anthem, 2021 Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Sep 1, 2021

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/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 27, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 The Rolling Stones, "Paint It Black," Paint It Black (Single), Decca, 1966 The Rolling Stones, "Moonlight Mile," Sticky Fingers, Rolling Stones, 1971 The Rolling Stones, "Honky Tonk Women," Honky Tonk Women (Single), Decca, 1969 The Highwomen, "Highwomen," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019 The Staple Singers, "Hear My Call, Here," Hammer And Nails, Riverside, 1962 Massive Attack, "Harpsicord (Live in Copenhagen)," Unreleased, NA, 2008 Phantom Limb, "Draw the Line," Phantom Limb, Naim Edge, 2009 Yola, "Break The Bough," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Yola, "Diamond Studded Shoes," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Queen, "I Want To Break Free," The Works, EMI, 1984 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 25, 2021

In this bonus podcast we hear more from our recent interview with Richard Thompson. He comments on jamming with Led Zeppelin, discovering French music from his dad's record collection, avoiding his dad's police station while gigging in London and a strange encounter with Buck Owens. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 24, 2021

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/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 20, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Richard Thompson, "1952 Vincent Black Lightning," Rumor and Sigh, Capitol, 1991 Naked Raygun, "Broken Things," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Living in the Good Times," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Suicide Bomb," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Black and Grey," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Soul Hole Baby," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Naked Raygun, "Farewell to Arms," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Fancy Drones (Fracture Me)," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Ballad Lost," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Tender Organs," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Amythyst Kiah, "Soapbox," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021 Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994 Fairport Convention, "Who Knows Where the Time Goes," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "Sir Patrick Spens," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "Matty Groves," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "Autopsy," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "A Sailor's Life," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969 Fairport Convention, "Crazy Man Michael," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969 Richard and Linda Thompson, "Wall of Death," Shoot Out the Lights, Hannibal, 1982 Richard and Linda Thompson, "Don't Renege On Our Love," Shoot Out the Lights, Hannibal, 1982 Richard Thompson, "The Big Love Scene," Serpent's Tears, Beeswing, 2021 Richard Thompson and Teddy Thompson, "Persuasion," Action Packed - The Best of the Capitol Years, Capitol, 2001 Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 18, 2021

In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a ZZ Top song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to their bassist, Dusty Hill, who died in July. 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/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 13, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Yes, "Awaken," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Going For the One," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 The Beatles, "A Day In the Life," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Yes, "Close To The Edge," Close To The Edge, Atlantic, 1972 Yes, "Time and a Word," Time and a Word, Atlantic, 1970 Yes, "I've Seen All Good People A. Your Move, B. All Good People," The Yes Album, Atlantic, 1971 Yes, "Roundabout," Fragile, Atlantic, 1971 Yes, "The Ancient," Tales from Topographic Oceans, Atlantic, 1973 Yes, "Turn of the Century," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Parallels," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Yes, "Wonderous Stories," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977 Tyler, the Creator, "WUSYANAME (feat. YoungBoy Never Broke Again & Ty Dolla $ign)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021 Tyler, the Creator, "SWEET / I THOUGHT YOU WANTED TO DANCE (feat. Brent Faiyaz & Fana Hues)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021 Tyler, the Creator, "LUMBERJACK," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021 Tyler, the Creator, "MANIFESTO (feat. Domo Genesis)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021 Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 11, 2021

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/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .

Aug 6, 2021

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/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs: Luis Fonsi, "Despacito (featuring Justin Bieber and Daddy Yankee)," Despacito (featuring Justin Bieber and Daddy Yankee) (Single), Universal, 2017 Billie Eilish, "Happier Than Ever," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021 Billie Eilish, "NDA," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021 Billie Eilish, "Billie Bossa Nova," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021 Billie Eilish, "Not My Responsibility," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021 Prince, "Welcome 2 America," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Prince, "Yes," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Prince, "Same Page, Different Book," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Prince, "Hot Summer," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Prince, "1010 (Rin Tin Tin)," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021 Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine, "Conga," Primitive Love, Epic, 1985 José Feliciano, "Feliz Navidad," Feliz Navidad, RCA, 1970 Ritchie Valens, "La Bamba," Ritchie Valens, Del-Fi, 1954 Luis Fonsi, "Despacito (featuring Daddy Yankee)," Vida, Universal, 2017 Daddy Yankee, "Gasolina," Barrio Fino, El Cartel, 2004 Marc Anthony, "Vivir Mi Vida," 3.0, Sony, 2013 Selena, "Amor Prohibido," Amor Prohibido, EMI, 1994 J. Balvin & Willy William, "Mi Gente (feat. Beyoncé)," Mi Gente (feat. Beyoncé) (Single), Universal, 2017 Rosalía, "Malamente," El Mal Querer, Sony, 2017 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See 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 .