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Sound Opinions

Take two nationally respected rock critics, the latest music news, personal commentary, and exclusive interviews and performances, add a huge pile of records old and new, and the result is Sound Opinions, where people who love music can come together.

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Melissa Auf der Maur (Hole, The Smashing Pumpkins) & Opinions on Steve Lacy

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with musician and author Melissa Auf der Maur. In 1994, Melissa was suddenly thrust into the spotlight when she joined Hole as a bassist for the “Live Through This” world tour. They talk about Melissa’s memoir, Even the Good Girls Will Cry, and about Courtney Love, Billy Corgan and the power of music. Jim and Greg also review the new album from Steve Lacy.

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Featured Songs:

Melissa Auf der Maur, "Followed the Waves," Auf der Maur, Capitol, 2004

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Steve Lacy, "is it cool? (feat. SZA)," Oh yeah?, RCA, 2026

Steve Lacy, "oh yeah?," Oh yeah?, RCA, 2026

Steve Lacy, "pure colour (feat. Erykah Badu)," Oh yeah?, RCA, 2026

Hole, "Reasons to Be Beautiful," Celebrity Skin, Geffen and DGC, 1998

Hole, "Miss World," Live Through This, DGC, 1994

Hole, "I Think That I Would Die," Live Through This, DGC, 1994

Hole, "Violet," Live Through This, DGC, 1994

Hole, "Celebrity Skin," Celebrity Skin, Geffen and DGC, 1998

Hole, "Malibu," Celebrity Skin, Geffen and DGC, 1998

Hole, "Awful," Celebrity Skin, Geffen and DGC, 1998

Hole, "Doll Parts," Live Through This, DGC, 1994

Portraits of Tracy, "Caught In A Jam," Q: From Where Do Our Primal Instincts Originate? A: MTV!, self-released, 2026

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2026-09-04
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RIP William Orbit, the Producer Behind Ray of Light

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to producer William Orbit and his work on Ray of Light, which Greg considers Madonna’s greatest album.

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2026-09-02
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Courtney Barnett, Opinions on Phoebe Bridgers & Twisted Teens

After Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett released her 2015 album Sometimes I Sit and Think and Sometimes I Just Sit, she quickly became a top tier indie rock act. All of her skills were on display when Courtney Barnett joined hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for an interview and intimate solo performance in front of an audience. Plus, the hosts review the new album from Phoebe Bridgers and Twisted Teens.

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Courtney Barnett, "Nobody Really Cares If You Don't Go to the Party," Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Phoebe Bridgers, "Lost Boys," Lost Weekend, Dead Oceans, 2026

Phoebe Bridgers, "Bobby," Lost Weekend, Dead Oceans, 2026

Phoebe Bridgers, "Never Going Back!," Lost Weekend, Dead Oceans, 2026

Phoebe Bridgers, "The Outside," Lost Weekend, Dead Oceans, 2026

Phoebe Bridgers, "The Governor's Waltz," Lost Weekend, Dead Oceans, 2026

Twisted Teens, "Why Did You Miss It?," Florida Water Blues, Going Underground, 2026

Twisted Teens, "Florida Water Blues," Florida Water Blues, Going Underground, 2026

Twisted Teens, "Javelina," Florida Water Blues, Going Underground, 2026

Twisted Teens, "Riding," Florida Water Blues, Going Underground, 2026

Twisted Teens, "Guided Thunder," Florida Water Blues, Going Underground, 2026

Courtney Barnett, "Pedestrian at Best," Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Nirvana, "Heart-Shaped Box," In Utero, DGC, 1993

Courtney Barnett, "An Illustration of Loneliness (Sleepless in New York)," Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Courtney Barnett, "Elevator Operator (Live on Sound Opinions)," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Courtney Barnett, "Small Poppies," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Courtney Barnett, "Aqua Profunda!," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Courtney Barnett, "Depreston," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

The Go-Betweens, "Streets of Your Town," 16 Lovers Lane, Mushroom, 1988

Courtney Barnett, "Depreston (Live on Sound Opinions)," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Courtney Barnett, "Kim's Caravan," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Courtney Barnett, "Dead Fox (Live on Sound Opinions)," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Courtney Barnett, "Nobody Really Cares If You Don't Go to the Party (Live on Sound Opinions)," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Courtney Barnett, "Boxing Day Blues," Sometime I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

Hole, "Miss World," Live Through This, DGC, 1994

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2026-08-28
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RIP Jennifer Finch of L7

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to L7 bassist Jennifer Finch, a key figure in the ’90s alternative-rock scene, who died July 18, 2026, at age 59.

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2026-08-26
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Shoegaze Genre Dissection

Hazy guitars, buried vocals and walls of distortion– the shoegaze sound may have peaked in the '90s, but it never really went away. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot highlight some of the genre's pioneers along with more recent favorites. The hosts also hear picks from the production staff.

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Featured Songs:

Lowtide, "Elizabeth Tower," Southern Mind, Rice Is Nice, Opposite Number, 2018

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

My Bloody Valentine, "Only Shallow," Loveless, Creation, 1991

Slowdive, "Slowdive," Slowdive (EP), Creation, 1990

Ride, "Dreams Burn Down," Nowhere, Sire, 1990

Lush, "De-Luxe," Gala, 4AD, 1990

Spiritualized, "Shine a Light," Lazer Guided Melodies, RCA, 1992

Catherine Wheel, "Black Metallic," Ferment, Fontana, 1992

Starflyer 59, "Do You Ever Feel That Way," Gold, Tooth and Nail, 1995

Los Mundos, "Explosión Sónica," Máquinas En Movimiento, Las Dunas, 2024

Soft Science, "Undone," Maps, Test Pattern, 2018

Winter, "Hide-A-Lullaby," Adult Romantix, Winspear, 2025

This Will Destroy You, "Little Smoke," Tunnel Blanket, Monotreme, 2011

Deafheaven, "Sunbather," Sunbather, Deathwish, 2013

Slow Crush, "Cherry," Thirst, Pure Noise, 2025

Pink Frost, "Striking Violet," Gargoyle Days, Notes and Bolts, 2012

Courtney Barnett, "Pedestrian at Best," Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Marathon Artists, 2015

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2026-08-21
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RIP The Lyres' Jeff Conolly

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to Jeff “Monoman” Conolly, the garage-rock pioneer and leader of Lyres, who died July 31, 2026, at the age of 69.

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2026-08-19
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Buddy Guy's 90th Birthday Celebration

To celebrate Buddy Guy's recent 90th birthday, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot re-air their 2007 with the blues legend. They'll also give an update on what he's been up to and share some of their favorite Buddy Guy tracks.

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Buddy Guy, "First Time I Met the Blues," First Time I Met the Blues (Single), Chess, 1960

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Buddy Guy, "What Kind of Woman Is This," Bring 'Em In, Jive and Silvertone, 2005

Buddy Guy, "Louise McGhee (Live on Sound Opinions)," Blues Singer, Silvertone, 2003

Buddy Guy & Junior Wells, "Sweet Home Chicago," Play the Blues, Atlantic, 1972

Junior Wells, "Good Morning Little Schoolgirl (Live on Sound Opinions)," Hoodoo Man Blues, Delmark, 1965

Buddy Guy, "Done Got Old (Live on Sound Opinions)," Sweat Tea, Jive and Silvertone, 2001

Buddy Guy, "Let Me Love You Baby," Let Me Love You Baby (Single), Chess, 1961

Buddy Guy, "Stone Crazy," Stone Crazy (Single), Chess, 1961

Little Brother Montgomery, "The First Time I Met the Blues," The First Time I Met The Blues, Blues Interactions, 1998

Buddy Guy, "Born To Play Guitar," Born to Play Guitar, RCA, 2015

Buddy Guy, "Baby Please Don't Leave Me," Sweat Tea, Jive and Silvertone, 2001

My Bloody Valentine, "Only Shallow," Loveless, Creation, 1991

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2026-08-14
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Another History Lesson from Professor DeRogatis

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a song that ties back to his childhood fascination with the Alamo.

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2026-08-12
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Heartland Rock with Erin Osmon, RIP Glen Hansard

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Erin Osmon about her new book on "heartland rock." She argues that artists like John Mellencamp and Tom Petty filled stadiums in the 1980s, but also pushed back against the politics of the Reagan era. The hosts also pay tribute to Irish troubadour Glen Hansard.

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Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

The Frames, "Fitzcarraldo," Fitzcarraldo, ZTT, 1995

The Swell Season, "Falling Slowly (Live On Sound Opinions)," Swell Season, Overcoat, 2006

Bruce Springsteen, "Born In The U.S.A.," Born In The U.S.A., Columbia, 1984

John Cougar Mellencamp, "Pink Houses," Uh-Huh, Riva, 1983

Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band, "Like A Rock," Like A Rock, Capitol, 1986

Neil Young, "Keep On Rockin' In The Free World (Live on SNL)," Freedom, Reprise, 1989

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Don't Come Around Here No More," Southern Accents, MCA, 1985

Bonnie Raitt, "Nick Of Time," Nick Of Time, Capitol, 1989

Stephen Wilson Jr., "Gary," (Single), Big Loud, 2026

Don Henley, "The Boys of Summer," Building the Perfect Beast, Geffen, 1984

John Cougar Mellencamp, "Rain on the Scarecrow," Scarecrow, Riva, 1986

Buddy Guy, "Baby Please Don't Leave Me," Sweet Tea, Silvertone, 2001

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2026-08-07
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From Demo to Classic

In this bonus episode, Greg tells the story of a classic song that took the perfect voice to become a hit.

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2026-08-05
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Summer Review Roundup: Jack White, Olivia Rodrigo, Margo Price, Robyn Hitchcock & Swamp Dogg

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig into a record review roundup full of summertime releases. The hosts discuss new albums from Olivia Rodrigo, Jack White, Margo Price, Robyn Hitchcock, and Swamp Dogg.

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Featured Songs:

Robyn Hitchcock, "Yesterday's Rain," The Confuser, TINY GHOST, 2026

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Olivia Rodrigo, "Drop Dead," You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, Geffen, 2026

Olivia Rodrigo, "Purple," You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, Geffen, 2026

Olivia Rodrigo, "What's Wrong with Me," You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, Geffen, 2026

Jack White, "G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026

Jack White, "Neighbors Blues," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026

Jack White, "Derecho Demonico," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026

Jack White, "Dollar Bill," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026

Margo Price, "San Marcos," Days of Unrest, Loma Vista, 2026

Margo Price, "Oval Room," Days of Unrest, Loma Vista, 2026

Margo Price, "Long Haired Country Girl (featuring Billy Swan)," Days of Unrest, Loma Vista, 2026

Margo Price, "Deportee (Plane Wreck at Los Gatos) (featuring Joan Baez & Memphis Mariachi)," Days of Unrest, Loma Vista, 2026

Robyn Hitchcock, "I Am This Thing," The Confuser, Tiny Ghost, 2026

Robyn Hitchcock, "Building From The Ruins," The Confuser, Tiny Ghost, 2026

Robyn Hitchcock, "My Dead Astronaut," The Confuser, Tiny Ghost, 2026

Robyn Hitchcock, "Breathless," The Confuser, Tiny Ghost, 2026

Swamp Dogg, "Waka Waka Waka (feat. Gary U.S. Bonds)," Swamp Dogg Contemplates the Afterlife, S-Curve, 2026

Swamp Dogg, "Searching For Heaven," Swamp Dogg Contemplates the Afterlife, S-Curve, 2026

Swamp Dogg, "Please Don't Bury Me," Swamp Dogg Contemplates the Afterlife, S-Curve, 2026

The Feelies, "Slipping (Into Something)," The Good Earth, Rough Trade, 1986

The Feelies, "Slipping (Into Something) (Live at 40 Watt Club, Athen, GA)," The Good Earth, Rough Trade, 1986

Texas Tornados, "(Hey Baby) Que Pasó," Texas Tornados, Reprise, 1990

Neil Young, "Old Man," Harvest, Reprise, 1972

Tom Petty, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989

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2026-07-31
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RIP Glen Hansard

In 2008 Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová performed their soon-to-be Oscar winning song "Falling Slowly" on Sound Opinions. As an act of mourning Glen Hansard's tragic death on July 29, we're sharing that interview and performance with The Swell Season here.

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2026-07-30
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RIP Steve Almaas of Beat Rodeo

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to country-rock hero Steve Almaas, whom he first encountered during his Hoboken, New Jersey days. Almaas, a member of the Suicide Commandos and Beat Rodeo, died on June 5, 2026, at the age of 69.

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2026-07-29
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Chinese Hip Hop

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Yi-Ling Liu about Chinese hip hop and how the music breaks through the infamous "fire wall" to connect to listeners. They’ll highlight some key artists and tracks, as well as put the music into the larger context.

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Featured Songs:

Kafe.Hu, "Be Free," Kafreeman, Modern Sky, 2017

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Higher Brothers and Famous Dex, "Made In China (Prod. Richie Souf)," Black Cab, 88rising, 2017

Skai Isyourgod, "Stacks from All Sides," Stacks from All Sides, Showstart Release, 2024

In3, "Beijing Evening News," Unknown Artist, In3 Family, 2008

Bohan Phoenix, "3 DAYS IN CHENGDU," JALA, loveloveNYC, 2017

VAVA, "My New Swag (feat. Ty. & Nina Wang)," Crazy Rich Asians (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Warner Bros., 2017

Bohan Phoenix, "NO HOOK (feat. Higher Brothers)," JALA, loveloveNYC, 2017

Kafe.Hu, "Fire," Kafreeman, Modern Sky, 2017

Jack White, "G.O.D. And The Broken Ribs," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026

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2026-07-24
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RIP James Blood Ulmer

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to jazz guitar innovator and Ornette Coleman disciple James Blood Ulmer, who died on June 3, 2026, at the age of 86.

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2026-07-22
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The Feelies' "The Good Earth"

The Feelies were never a household name, but their jangly guitars and propulsive rhythms helped shape generations of indie rock. In the second installment of a two-part Classic Album Dissection, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take a deep dive into the band’s second album, The Good Earth.

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Featured Songs:

The Feelies, "The Good Earth," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

The Feelies, "Raised Eyebrows," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Slow Down," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986

The Feelies, "Outdoor Miner (Live on Sound Opinions)," NA, unreleased, 2008

The Feelies, "Paint It Black (Live on Sound Opinions)," NA, unreleased, 2008

The Feelies, "Slipping (Into Something)," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986

The Feelies, "Fame (Live in Something Wild)," NA, unreleased, 1986

The Feelies, "The High Road (Live on Sound Opinions)," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986

The Feelies, "When Company Comes," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986

The Feelies and Yo La Tengo, "Sister Ray (Live)," NA, unreleased, 2023

In3, "Beijing Evening News," Unknown Artists, self-released, 2008

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2026-07-17
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Lucy Dacus Goes Symphonic

Lucy Dacus joins co-senior producer Alex Claiborne to discuss her July 19 special performance with the Chicago Philharmonic at Millennium Park. They talk about reimagining songs from "Forever Is a Feeling" with orchestral arrangements, her deep ties to the Chicago area, pushing herself creatively, and the future of Boygenius.

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2026-07-15
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The Feelies' "Crazy Rhythms"

The Feelies were never a household name, but their jangly guitars and propulsive rhythms helped shape generations of indie rock. In this first installment of a two-part Classic Album Dissection, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take a deep dive into the band’s influential debut album, Crazy Rhythms.

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The Feelies, "The Boy with the Perpetual Nervousness," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

The Feelies, "Moscow Nights," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Loveless Love," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Forces at Work," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Crazy Rhythms (Live on Sound Opinions)," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Raised Eyebrows," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Crazy Rhythms," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Original Love," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Fa ce-La," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

The Feelies, "Everybody's Got Something to Hide (Except Me and My Monkey)," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

Stereolab, "Jenny Ondioline," Jenny Ondioline, Elektra, 1993

Go-Betweens, "Was There Anything I Could Do?," 16 Lovers Lane, Mushroom, 1988

The Feelies, "On the Roof," The Good Earth, Coyote/Twin/Tone, 1986

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2026-07-10
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Jim's Got the Hots

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to one of his favorite drummers while shining a light on a lesser-known father-daughter musical duo.

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2026-07-08
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Drive-By Truckers' "Southern Rock Opera" 25th Anniversary

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Drive-By Truckers’ “Southern Rock Opera” for its 25th anniversary. They talk with co-lead vocalist and guitarist Patterson Hood about the album’s creation and distribution, as well as how the themes resonate in today’s political and social climate.

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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

The Feelies, "Raised Eyebrows," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980

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2026-07-03
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A Listener's Chip Taylor Deep Cut

In this bonus episode, Jim follows up his Chip Taylor tribute by responding to a listener who pointed out one of the country legend's incredible collaborations.

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2026-07-01
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Summertime Buried Treasures

Every few weeks, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are bursting at the seams with new underground music to recommend—it's time for another round of Buried Treasures. The hosts share a handful of tracks, and the production team chimes in as well.

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Featured Songs:

Normans, "Mexico Unlimited," Faust Demonica, Solid Brass, 2026

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Bob Bert, "Smerf's Blues," Beach Bongo Bloodbath, Bar/None, 2026

Kenny Mason, "BE WHAT I WANT (feat. Paris Texas)," BULLDAWG, P2026, 2026

Elle Barbara's Black Space, "Hitler, Satan & Associates LLP," Word On the Street, House of Barbara / Celluloid Lunch, 2026

Golems of the Red Planet, "Hadrial," Surf Masada, Heyday Again, 2026

A Wilhelm Scream, "Midnight Ghost," Cheap Heat, Creator-Destructor, 2026

Nathan Evans Fox, "Hillbilly Hymn," Heirloom, Free Dirt, 2026

Atmos Bloom, "Everything," Everythingness, Spirit Goth, 2026

Eaves Wilder, "Just Say No!," Little Miss Sunshine, Secretly Canadian, 2026

Westside Cowboy, "Kick Stones (The Boys)," It Goes On, Island, 2026

Paycheque, "Temporary Love," Paycheque, Mansions and Millions, 2026

Kim McClay, "Velveteen Girls," Velveteen Girls, self-released, 2026

Hannah Lew, "Sunday," Hannah Lew, Night School, 2026

Kacey Musgraves, "Uncertain, TX," Middle of Nowhere, Lost Highway, 2026

Kacey Musgraves, "Rhinestoned," Middle of Nowhere, Lost Highway, 2026

Chip Taylor, "I Read it in Rolling Stone," Last Chance, Warner Bros., 1973

Noahfinnce, "HEADCASE," GROWING UP ON THE INTERNET, Hopeless, 2024

The Cure, "Fascination Street," Disintregration, Elektra, 1989

The Cure, "All I Ever Am," Songs of a Lost World, Polydor, 2024

Drive-By Truckers, "Let There Be Rock," Southern Rock Opera, Lost Highway, 2001

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2026-06-26
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RIP Sonny Rollins

In this bonus DIJ, Greg pays tribute to jazz giant Sonny Rollins. Rollins died on May 25, 2026, at the age of 95.

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2026-06-24
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The "Best" Albums of 2026...So Far

2026 is almost halfway over, and there have already been so many incredible new releases. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their personal best albums of 2026 so far. Plus, they'll hear picks from the production staff.

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Featured Songs:

Twisted Teens, "Circus Clown," Blame the Clown, Jazz Life/ Chain Smoking, 2026

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Courtney Barnett, "Sugar Plum," Creature of Habit, Mom + Pop, 2026

Ora Cogan, "Bury Me," Hard Hearted Woman, Sacred Bones, 2026

Lucinda Williams, "The World's Gone Wrong (feat. Brittney Spencer)," World's Gone Wrong, Highway 20 and Thirty Tigers, 2026

Ye Vagabonds, "Mayfly V3," All Tied Together, River Lea, 2026

Robyn, "Blow My Mind," Sexistential, Konichiwa and Young, 2026

The Twilight Sad, "GET AWAY FROM IT ALL," It's the Long Goodbye, Rock Action, 2026

Kacey Musgraves, "Everybody Wants To Be A Cowboy," Middle of Nowhere, Lost Highway, 2026

Ratboys, "The World, So Madly," Singin' to an Empty Chair, New West, 2026

Blood Sucking Maniacs, "Red Leg Boy," Blood Sucking Maniacs, Paradise of Bachelors, 2026

Ora Cogan, "The Smoke," Hard Hearted Woman, Sacred Bones, 2026

Squarepusher, "K7 Museum," Kammerkonzert, Warp, 2026

Dry Cleaning, "Cruise Ship Designer," Secret Love, 4AD, 2026

Genesis Owusu, "STAMPEDE," Redstar Wu & the Worldwide Scourge, Ourness, 2026

Peaches, "Panna Cotta Delight," No Lube So Rude, Kill Rock Stars, 2026

Jill Scott, "Right Here Right Now," To Whom This May Concern, Blues Babe, Human Re Sources, and The Orchard, 2026

Golems of the Red Planet, "Hadrial," Surf Masala, Heyday Again, 2026

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2026-06-19
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A Chicago Blues Throwback

In this bonus episode, Jim spotlights a beloved blues and soul singer whose name has been in the Sound Opinions conversation since the show's earliest days—going all the way back to episode five.

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2026-06-17
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LGBTQ Music 1969-2000 with Barry Walters

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with music journalist and author Barry Walters about his new book Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music 1969-2000. They discuss how gay artists, industry execs and audiences changed mainstream music. They also chat about artists like R.E.M., Pet Shop Boys, Donna Summer and more.

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Featured Songs:

David Bowie, "Rebel Rebel," Diamond Dogs, RCA, 1974

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Sylvester, "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)," Step II, Fantasy, 1978

Pet Shop Boys, "Opportunities (Let's Make Lots of Money)," Please, Parlophone, 1986

R.E.M., "Pretty Persuasion," Reckoning, I.R.S., 1984

Gang of Four, "Call Me Up," Songs of the Free, EMI, 1982

Prince, "Controversy," Controversy, Warner Bros., 1981

Grace Jones, "Warm Leatherette," Warm Leatherette, Island, 1980

Laura Nyro, "Stoned Soul Picnic," Eli and the Thirteenth Confession, Columbia, 1968

Donna Summer, "Queen For a Day," Once Upon a Time, Casablanca, 1977

Indigo Girls, "Closer to Fine," Indigo Girls, Epic, 1989

Michael Jackson, "Childhood," HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I, Epic, 1995

The Smiths, "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out," The Queen Is Dead, Rough Trade, 1986

David Bowie, "Space Oddity," David Bowie, Philips, 1969

Frankie Goes to Hollywood, "Relax," Welcome to the Pleasuredome, ZTT, 1984

Robyn, "Blow My Mind," Sexistential, Konichiwa and Young, 2026

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2026-06-12
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RIP Record Producer Jack Douglas

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to American record producer Jack Douglas. Douglas earned the admiration of countless artists, perhaps none more than Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick, who called him his favorite producer of all time. Jack Douglas died on May 11, 2026, at the age of 77.

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2026-06-10
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Sound Opinions LIVE (Courtney Barnett, Mudhoney and More) Plus Opinions on JPEGMAFIA

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are digging into the Sound Opinions archives to share some rare tracks recorded in live sessions for past episodes. They'll share songs by Sleater Kinney, Courtney Barnett, Drive-By Truckers and more. The hosts will also review the new album from JPEGMAFIA.

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Featured Songs:

Courtney Barnett, "Scott Says (Live on Sound Opinions)," Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Mom + Pop Music, 2015

JPEGMAFIA, "babygirl," Experimental Rap, AWAL, 2026

JPEGMAFIA, "The Ghost of Emmett Till," Experimental Rap, AWAL, 2026

Mudhoney, "1995 (Live on Sound Opinions)," My Brother the Cow, Reprise, 1995

Hüsker Dü, "Diane," Metal Circus, SST, 1983

Zola Jesus, "Hunger (Live on Sound Opinions)," Taiga, Mute, 2014

Sleater-Kinney, "Get Up (Live on Sound Opinions)," The Hot Rock, Kill Rock Stars, 1999

Torres, "Ferris Wheel (Live on Sound Opinions)," Sprinter, Partisan, 2015

Hüsker Dü, "Pink Turns to Blue," Zen Arcade, SST, 1984

Drive-By Truckers, "What It Means (Live on Sound Opinions)," American Band, ATO, 2016

Against Me!, "True Trans Soul Rebel (Live on Sound Opinions)," Transgender Dysphoria Blues, Total Treble, 2014

Diana Ross, "I'm Coming Out," Diana, Motown, 1980

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2026-06-05
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A Cult Artist with Seductive Charm

In this bonus trip to the Desert Island Jukebox, Jim highlights a singer who spent years in the orbit of some of post-punk's most celebrated and notorious figures before stepping into the spotlight herself. 

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2026-06-03
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Gary Stewart: The Five Essential Songs, Plus Opinions on Jill Scott, Mandy, Indiana and Aldous Harding

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by returning guest and favorite music writer Jimmy McDonough. Jimmy recently released a biography 40 years in the making, Gary Stewart: I Am From the Honky-Tonks, and joins the show to help Jim and Greg run down five essential tracks from the cult country artist. The hosts also review new albums from Jill Scott, Mandy, Indiana, and Aldous Harding.

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Featured Songs:

Gary Stewart, "Honky Tonk Man," Honky Tonk Man (Single), RCA, 1981

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Jill Scott, "Offadaback," To Whom This May Concern, Blues Babe, 2026

Jill Scott, "Liftin' Me Up," To Whom This May Concern, Blues Babe, 2026

Jill Scott, "Pay U on Tuesday," To Whom This May Concern, Blues Babe, 2026

Mandy, Indiana, "Sevastopol," URGH, Sacred Bones, 2026

Mandy, Indiana, "Magazine," URGH, Sacred Bones, 2026

Mandy, Indiana, "I'll Ask Her," URGH, Sacred Bones, 2026

Aldous Harding, "Venus in the Zinnia," Train On The Island, 4AD, 2026

Aldous Harding, "Train on the Island," Train On The Island, 4AD, 2026

Aldous Harding, "I Ate the Most," Train On The Island, 4AD, 2026

Aldous Harding, "Coats," Train On The Island, 4AD, 2026

Aldous Harding, "One Stop," Train On The Island, 4AD, 2026

Gary Stewart, "Sweet Tater and Cisco," You're Not The Woman You Used To Be, MCA, 1975

Gary Stewart, "Drinkin' Thing," Out of Hand, RCA, 1975

Gary Stewart, "Flat Natural Born Good-Timin' Man," Steppin' Out, RCA, 1976

Gary Stewart, "Pretend I Never Happened," Your Place or Mine, RCA, 1977

Courtney Barnett, "Scotty Says (Live on Sound Opinions)," Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit, Mom + Pop Music, 2015

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2026-05-29
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Disengaging With Milwaukee’s Psychedelic Underground

In this bonus Desert Island Jukebox episode, Greg shares a cult favorite from Milwaukee's psychedelic scene.

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2026-05-27
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Willie Nelson: The Five Essential Albums & Opinions on Kacey Musgraves

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig into Willie Nelson’s vast catalog of 150+ albums. Along with author Geoffrey Himes, they highlight the “five essential” albums people should hear. They also review the latest album from Kacey Musgraves.

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Featured Songs:

Willie Nelson, "Stardust," Stardust, Columbia, 1978

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Kacey Musgraves, "Dry Spell," Middle of Nowhere, Lost Highway, 2026

Kacey Musgraves, "Middle of Nowhere," Middle of Nowhere, Lost Highway, 2026

Kacey Musgraves, "Horses and Divorces (featuring Miranda Lambert)," Middle of Nowhere, Lost Highway, 2026

Kacey Musgraves, "Uncertain, TX (featuring Willie Nelson)," Middle of Nowhere, Lost Highway, 2026

Willie Nelson, "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," Red Headed Stranger, Columbia, 1975

Willie Nelson, "Phases and Stages (Theme) / Washing the Dishes," Phases and Stages, Atlantic, 1974

Willie Nelson, "Bloody Mary Morning," Phases and Stages, Atlantic, 1974

Willie Nelson, "Help Me Make It Through the Night," Sings Kristofferson, Columbia, 1979

Willie Nelson, "Georgia On My Mind," Stardust, Columbia, 1978

Willie Nelson, "I Guess I've Come to Live Here in Your Eyes," Spirit, Island, 1996

Willie Nelson, "On the Road Again (Live)," Live! At The US Festival (June 4, 1983), Shout! Factory, 1983

Willie Nelson, "Last Man Standing," Last Man Standing, Legacy, 2018

Willie Nelson, "Always on My Mind," Always on My Mind, Columbia, 1982

Gary Stewart, "She's Actin' Single (I'm Drinkin' Doubles)," Out of Hand, RCA Victor, 1975

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2026-05-22
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RIP Chip Taylor

In this bonus Desert Island Jukebox, Jim pays tribute to legendary American songwriter Chip Taylor, whose pop and country songs were recorded by countless artists— including one of Jim’s favorites, The Troggs. Taylor died on March 23, 2026, at the age of 86.

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2026-05-20
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The Violent Femmes' Debut Album

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by author Nic Brown for a classic album dissection of the debut from The Violent Femmes. They delve into the unexpected staying power of songs like "Add It Up" and "Blister In The Sun" and Brown shares new insights into the album from his recent interviews with the band members.

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Featured Songs:

Blister In The Sun, "Violent Femmes," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Please Do Not Go, "Violent Femmes," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983

Confession, "Violent Femmes," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983

Kiss Off, "Violent Femmes," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983

Add It Up, "Violent Femmes," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983

Gone Daddy Gone, "Violent Femmes," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983

Good Feeling, "Violent Femmes," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983

American Music, "Violent Femmes," Why Do Birds Sing, Reprise, 1991

Willie Nelson, "On The Road Again (Live)," Honeysuckle Rose, Columbia, 1980

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2026-05-15
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A Song for Pirate Radio

This week on the Desert Island Jukebox, Greg cues up a song inspired by outlaw airwaves. It’s a reminder of a time when discovering music still felt like stumbling onto a secret signal.

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2026-05-13
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Breaking the Sophomore Slump

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite artists who beat the dreaded sophomore, delivering follow-ups that proved their debuts were no fluke. The hosts will also hear picks from the production staff.

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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, "Paranoid," Paranoid, Vertigo, 1970

Public Enemy, "Bring the Noise," It Takes A Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, Def Jam, 1988

Led Zeppelin, "Moby Dick," Led Zeppelin II, Atlantic, 1969

Pixies, "Debaser," Doolittle, 4AD, 1989

black midi, "Slow," Cavalcade, Rough Trade, 2021

Kanye West, "Touch the Sky (feat. Lupe Fiasco)," Late Registration, Roc-A-Fella, 2005

Fiona Apple, "Fast As You Can," When the Pawn..., Epic and Clean Slate, 1999

SZA, "Good Days," SOS, TDA and RCA, 2022

Erykah Badu, "Cleva (feat. Roy Ayers)," Mama's Gun, Motown, 2000

D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000

Phoebe Bridgers, "Savior Complex," Punisher, Dead Oceans, 2020

Van Morrison, "Cyprus Avenue," Astral Weeks, Warner Bros., 1968

Violent Femmes, "Please Do Not Go," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983

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2026-05-08
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The Least Bad Version of (Maybe) a Horrible Song

In this bonus episode, Jim digs up a song that owes more to AM radio nostalgia than to being, well…good.

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2026-05-06
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Lou Reed

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with biographer Will Hermes about his book on Lou Reed, as well as Lou’s music, persona, legacy and more.

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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

Pixies, "Here Comes Your Man," Doolittle, 4AD and Elektra, 1989

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2026-05-01
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No One Understood—Except One Radio DJ

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a song that was championed early on by English radio DJ John Peel.

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2026-04-29
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Ratboys & Opinions on Friko

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by Ratboys lead singer and songwriter Julia Steiner. The Chicago band's sixth album, "Singin' To An Empty Chair," is one of the most acclaimed releases of 2026 so far. The hosts also review the new album from Chicago rockers, Friko.

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Featured Songs:

Ratboys, "Anywhere," Singin' To An Empty Chair, New West, 2026

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Friko, "Seven Degrees," Something Worth Waiting For, ATO, 2026

Friko, "Guess," Something Worth Waiting For, ATO, 2026

Friko, "Alice," Something Worth Waiting For, ATO, 2026

Friko, "Choo Choo," Something Worth Waiting For, ATO, 2026

Ratboys, "Folk Song For Jazz," AOID, Topshelf, 2015

Rat Boy, "My Name Is Rat Boy," Internationally Unknown, Parlophone, 2019

Ratboys, "Elvis Is In The Freezer," GN, Topshelf, 2017

Ratboys, "Just Want You To Know The Truth," Singin' To An Empty Chair, New West, 2026

Ratboys, "Making Noises for the Ones You Love," The Window, Topshelf, 2023

Ratboys, "Burn It Down," Singin' To An Empty Chair, New West, 2026

Ratboys, "At Peace In The Hundred Acre Wood," Singin' To An Empty Chair, New West, 2026

Ratboys, "Light Night Mountains All That," Singin' To An Empty Chair, New West, 2026

Lou Reed, "Vicious," Transformer, RCA, 1972

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2026-04-24
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A Song About Robert De Niro (Sort Of)

In this bonus episode, Jim cues up a Desert Island Jukebox pick—and explains why it’s deeper than it first sounds.

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2026-04-22
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Rapper Billy Woods, Opinions on Robyn & Courtney Barnett

The prolific and singular rapper Billy Woods has spent decades carving out his own lane in hip-hop. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with Billy Woods about his career, discography, and the process driving his music. The hosts also review new albums from Robyn and Courtney Barnett.

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Featured Songs:

Billy Woods, "Misery (feat. Kenny Segal)," Golliwog, Backwoodz Studioz, 2025

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Robyn, "Sexistential," Sexistential, Konichiwa and Young, 2026

Robyn, "Sucker For Love," Sexistential, Konichiwa and Young, 2026

Robyn, "Really Real," Sexistential, Konichiwa and Young, 2026

Robyn, "Blow My Mind," Sexistential, Konichiwa and Young, 2026

Courtney Barnett, "Mantis," Creature of Habit, Mom + Pop, 2026

Courtney Barnett, "Another Beautiful Day," Creature of Habit, Mom + Pop, 2026

Courtney Barnett, "Great Advice," Creature of Habit, Mom + Pop, 2026

Courtney Barnett, "One Thing At A Time," Creature of Habit, Mom + Pop, 2026

Armand Hammer & The Alchemist, "Glue Traps (Feat. Quelle Chris)," Mercy, Backwoodz Studioz, 2025

Billy Woods, "Corinthians Corinthians (feat. Despot & EL-P)," Golliwog, Backwoodz Studioz, 2025

Billy Woods, "The Things They Carried," Camouflage, Backwoodz Studioz, 2003

Billy Woods & Messiah Musik, "Pollo Rico," Church, Backwoodz Studioz, 2022

Billy Woods, "Make No Mistake (feat. Messiah Musik)," Golliwog, Backwoodz Studioz, 2025

Billy Woods & Messiah Musik, "Paraquat," Church, Backwoodz Studioz, 2022

Billy Woods, "No Hard Feelings," Aethiopes, Backwoodz Studioz, 2022

Billy Woods, "Asylum," Aethiopes, Backwoodz Studioz, 2022

Billy Woods & Kenny Segal, "Spongebob," Hiding Places, Backwoodz Studioz, 2020

Ratboys, "What's Right?," Singin' To An Empty Chair, New West Records, 2026

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2026-04-17
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RIP James Gadson

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to legendary drummer James Gadson who died on April 2, 2026 at age 86.

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2026-04-15
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A Journey Though Neil Young's Catalog

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot will do an overview of Neil Young’s six decade-long career in just 12 songs.

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Neil Young, "Old Man," Harvest, Reprise, 1972

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "Hey Hey, My My (Into the Black)," Rust Never Sleeps, Reprise, 1979

Neil Young, "Sugar Mountain (Demo for Elektra Records, 1965)," Decade, Warner Bros., 1977

Buffalo Springfield, "Expecting to Fly," Buffalo Springfield Again, Atco, 1967

Neil Young with Crazy Horse, "Cinnamon Girl," Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere, Reprise, 1969

Neil Young, "On the Beach," On the Beach, Reprise, 1974

Neil Young, "Campaigner," Decade, Warner Bros., 1977

Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "Like a Hurricane," American Stars 'n Bars, Reprise and Warner Bros., 1977

Neil Young, "Mr. Soul," Trans, Geffen, 1983

Neil Young, "Rockin' in the Free World (Live on Saturday Night Live, 1989)," Freedom, Geffen, 1989

Neil Young and Crazy Horse, "F_!#In' Up," Ragged Glory, Reprise, 1990

Neil Young, "Walk With Me," Le Noise, Reprise, 2010

Neil Young, "Devil's Sidewalk," Greendale, Warner Bros., 2003

Neil Young, "After the Gold Rush (Live at Massey Hall, 2011)," After the Gold Rush, Reprise, 1970

Billy Woods, "Misery (feat. Kenny Segal)," Golliwog, Backwoodz, 2025

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2026-04-10
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Three Voices, One Rockin’ Cover

In this bonus episode, Jim highlights a cover that outshines the original, thanks to three legendary blues singers.

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2026-04-08
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Bloodshot Records with Co-Founder Rob Miller

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the history of Chicago’s Bloodshot Records, an iconic, insurgent country music label. They talk with co-founder Rob Miller about the music and the business of running an independent label. They’ll also share some of their favorite songs from the vast catalog. 

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Robbie Fulks, "Every Kind Of Music But Country," Country Love Songs, Bloodshot, 1996

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

The Bottle Rockets, "Every Kinda Everything," For A Life of Sin: Insurgent Chicago Country, Bloodshot, 1994

Jason & the Scorchers, "Lost Highway," Lost & Found, EMI, 1985

Hank Williams, "Lost Highway," Lost Highway (Single), MGM, 1949

Scott H. Biram, "Blood Sweat and Murder," For a Decade of Sin: 11 Years of Bloodshot Records, Bloodshot, 2005

Handsome Family, "Tower of Song," Too Late to Pray: Defiant Chicago Roots, Bloodshot, 2019

Justin Townes Earle, "Far Away in Another Town," The Good Life, Bloodshot, 2008

Alejandro Escovedo, "Castanets," A Man Under the Influence, Bloodshot, 2001

Lydia Loveless, "Bad Way to Go," Indestructable Machine, Bloodshot, 2011

Neko Case, "Deep Red Bells," Blacklisted, Bloodshot, 2002

Neil Young, "Rockin' in the Free World," Freedom, Reprise, 1989

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2026-04-03
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When a Legend Lost the Crowd

In this bonus episode, Greg highlights a record that was poorly received at the time but has since aged into greatness.

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2026-04-01
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Springtime Buried Treasures

Every few weeks, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are bursting at the seams with new underground music to recommend—it's time for another round of Buried Treasures. The hosts share a handful of tracks, and the production team chimes in as well.

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Featured Songs:

Brother Ali, "Another Country," Another Country (Single), Travelers, 2026

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Tim Cain, "Chant for the Hauntlings," "LOVE, Tim Cain" Volume 1, Self-released, 2025

Private Wives, "Haymaker," Three of Swords, Farmer & The Owl, 2026

Kory Quinn, "OxyContin Blues," Safer In The Lee, Ma & Pa, 2026

MC Abdul, Noel Kharman, and Tamer Nafar, "The Beat Never Goes Off," In the name of the father, the Imam & John Lennon, Tamer Nafar and Levantine Music, 2026

Clark, "Janus Modal," Steep Stims, Throttle, 2025

Brian Gerald Bulger, "Thinking of Her Again," Thank God I'm Far From Heaven - EP, Maybe Someday, 2026

Muistardeaux Collective, "Mon Soon," Ktwe, Slink Sandwich, 2023

Ekko Astral, "lil xan goes to washington," lil xan goes to washington (Single), self-released and Many Hats Distribution, 2026

Time Thieves, "Remember I Forgot," Come Home/If You Survive EPs (Extended Edition), Self-released, 2026

Rio Kosta, "Follow The River (Vandelux Remix - Extended)," Follow The River (Vandelux Remix - Extended) (Single), Verdigris, 2026

Susannah Joffe, "Texas Baby," Texas Baby (Single), broke, 2026

Boiled In Lead, "The King of the Dogwoods," King of the Dogwoods, DeSelby, 2026

JR JR , "Stuck in My Mind," Back To The Land, Love is EZ, 2025

Donny Hathaway, "I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know," Extension of a Man, Atco, 1973

Viagra Boys, "Man Made of Meat," viagr aboys, Shrimptech Enterprises, 2025

Neko Case, "Hold On, Hold On," Fox Confessor Brings the Flood, ANTI-, 2006

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2026-03-27
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An Unexpected Lester Bangs Tribute

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a song about his favorite rock critic, written by an artist he’s not so fond of.

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2026-03-25
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Al Green's The Belle Album & Opinions on Mitski

Al Green sang some of the most acclaimed soul records of the 1970s. So when he decided to leave it all behind for the church, many questioned why. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss Al Green's life and his pivotal first gospel album, Belle with biographer Jimmy McDonough. Plus, they review the new album from Mitski.

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Featured Songs:

Al Green, "Belle," The Belle Album, Hi, 1977

The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967

Mitski, "Where's My Phone?," Nothing's About to Happen to Me, Dead Oceans, 2026

Mitski, "That White Cat," Nothing's About to Happen to Me, Dead Oceans, 2026

Mitski, "Lightning," Nothing's About to Happen to Me, Dead Oceans, 2026

Mitski, "Charon's Obol," Nothing's About to Happen to Me, Dead Oceans, 2026

Mitski, "If I Leave," Nothing's About to Happen to Me, Dead Oceans, 2026

Al Green, "I'm Still in Love with You," I'm Still In Love with You, Hi, 1972

Jackie Wilson, "Baby Workout," Baby Workout (Single), Brunswick, 1960

Al Greene, "Back Up Train," Back Up Train , Hot Line Music Journal, 1967

Al Green, "Tired of Being Alone," Al Green Gets Next to You, Hi, 1971

Al Green, "Let's Stay Together," Let's Stay Together, Hi, 1971

Willie Mitchell, "Groovin'," Solid Soul, Hi, 1967

Al Green, "Love and Happiness," I'm Still In Love with You, Hi, 1972

Al Green, "Jesus is Waiting," Call Me, Hi, 1973

Al Green, "Dream," The Belle Album, Hi, 1977

Al Green, "I Feel Good," The Belle Album, Hi, 1977

Al Green, "All 'n' All," The Belle Album, Hi, 1977

Al Green, "Chariots of Fire," The Belle Album, Hi, 1977

Al Green featuring Anthony Hamilton, "You've Got the Love I Need," Lay It Down, Blue Note, 2008

Al Green, "Georgia Boy," The Belle Album, Hi, 1977

Al Green , "Feels Like Summer," The Belle Album, Hi, 1977

Al Green , "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms," I'll Rise Again, The Right Stuff, 1983

Niall Connolly, "To Be a Stone," To Be a Stone (Single), self-released, 2025

The Cars, "You're All I've Got Tonight," The Cars, Elektra, 1978

Buffalo Tom, "Tangerine," Sleepy Eyed, Beggars Banquet, 1995

Snow Tha Product, "Alligator," M.a.M.A, self-released, 2025

Private Wives, "Haymaker," Three of Swords, Farmer & The Owl, 2026

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2026-03-20
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