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As Sound Opinions celebrates our first year as an independent production, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about breaking free. They also review the new album by Kanye West, pay tribute to Lee Scratch Perry and play recent listener comments. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Teenage Fanclub, "Free Again," Free Again (Single), K, 1992Kanye West, "Jail," Donda, Def Jam, 2021Kanye West, "Jesus Lord," Donda, Def Jam, 2021Kanye West, "Donda," Donda, Def Jam, 2021Kanye West, "Off The Grid," Donda, Def Jam, 2021Queen, "I Want To Break Free," The Works, EMI, 1984Janet Jackson, "Control ," Control, A&M, 1986Bob Marley & The Wailers, "Redemption Song," Uprising, Tuff Gong, 1980The Velvet Underground, "I'm Set Free," The Velvet Underground, MGM, 1969The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Out Of Our Heads, London, 1965The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Stripped, Virgin, 1995The Rolling Stones, "I'm Free," Shine A Light, Polydor, 2008The Soup Dragons, "I'm Free," Lovegod, Big Life, 1990Dua Lipa, "I'm Free," (Unreleased), NA, 2020Alex Chilton, "Free Again," Alex Chilton's Lost Decade, Fan Club, 1985Eric B. and Rakim, "Teach the Children," Don't Sweat the Technique, MCA, 1992Florence + the Machine, "Dog Days Are Over," Lungs, Island, 2009Lee "Scratch" Perry, "I Am the Upsetter," Trojan Reggae: Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae Classics 1967-1974, Sanctuary, 1998Max Romeo & The Upsetters, "Chase The Devil," War Ina Babylon, Island, 1976Venus Skytrip, "Star," Psychlona, Ripple, 2020Kali Uchis, "telepatía," Sin Miedo (del Amor Y Otros Demonios) ∞, Interscope, 2020Jaimie Branch, "theme 001 (Live)," FLY or DIE LIVE, International Anthem, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast Greg pays tribute to Don Everly, who died August 21 at age 84.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview British singer Yola, whose new album blurs genres and breaks her out of the country niche of her previous work. Plus, they pay tribute to the late, great Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021The Rolling Stones, "Paint It Black," Paint It Black (Single), Decca, 1966The Rolling Stones, "Moonlight Mile," Sticky Fingers, Rolling Stones, 1971The Rolling Stones, "Honky Tonk Women," Honky Tonk Women (Single), Decca, 1969The Highwomen, "Highwomen," The Highwomen, Elektra, 2019The Staple Singers, "Hear My Call, Here," Hammer And Nails, Riverside, 1962Massive Attack, "Harpsicord (Live in Copenhagen)," Unreleased, NA, 2008Phantom Limb, "Draw the Line," Phantom Limb, Naim Edge, 2009Yola, "Break The Bough," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Yola, "Diamond Studded Shoes," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Queen, "I Want To Break Free," The Works, EMI, 1984Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast we hear more from our recent interview with Richard Thompson. He comments on jamming with Led Zeppelin, discovering French music from his dad's record collection, avoiding his dad's police station while gigging in London and a strange encounter with Buck Owens. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast Jim talks with author Kathy Iandoli about her new book, "Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah." As much of her music comes to streaming platforms for the first time and details about R Kelly's predatory involvement with her are revealed in court, Aaliyah is very much in the news, even two decades after her death. As Kathy puts it, it's time to give Aaliyah her flowers. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview singer, songwriter and guitarist Richard Thompson this week. They discuss his memoir Beeswing, his time in Fairport Convention and how the iconic folk rock band stood out in a sea of blues and traditional rock bands. The hosts also review new albums by Naked Raygun and Amythyst Kiah. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Richard Thompson, "1952 Vincent Black Lightning," Rumor and Sigh, Capitol, 1991Naked Raygun, "Broken Things," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Living in the Good Times," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Suicide Bomb," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Black and Grey," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Soul Hole Baby," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Naked Raygun, "Farewell to Arms," Over The Overlords, Wax Trax, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Fancy Drones (Fracture Me)," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Ballad Lost," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Tender Organs," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Amythyst Kiah, "Soapbox," Wary + Strange, Rounder, 2021Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994Fairport Convention, "Who Knows Where the Time Goes," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "Sir Patrick Spens," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "Matty Groves," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "Autopsy," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "A Sailor's Life," Unhalfbricking, Island, 1969Fairport Convention, "Crazy Man Michael," Liege & Lief, Island, 1969Richard and Linda Thompson, "Wall of Death," Shoot Out the Lights, Hannibal, 1982Richard and Linda Thompson, "Don't Renege On Our Love," Shoot Out the Lights, Hannibal, 1982Richard Thompson, "The Big Love Scene," Serpent's Tears, Beeswing, 2021Richard Thompson and Teddy Thompson, "Persuasion," Action Packed - The Best of the Capitol Years, Capitol, 2001Yola, "Stand For Myself," Stand For Myself, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a ZZ Top song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to their bassist, Dusty Hill, who died in July. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect Yes’ 1977 masterpiece album Going For the One. They talk about the progressive rock band’s history, the rich music and interview lead singer Jon Anderson about the making of the record. They also review the latest album from rapper Tyler, the Creator. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Yes, "Awaken," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977Yes, "Going For the One," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977The Beatles, "A Day In the Life," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Yes, "Close To The Edge," Close To The Edge, Atlantic, 1972Yes, "Time and a Word," Time and a Word, Atlantic, 1970Yes, "I've Seen All Good People A. Your Move, B. All Good People," The Yes Album, Atlantic, 1971Yes, "Roundabout," Fragile, Atlantic, 1971Yes, "The Ancient," Tales from Topographic Oceans, Atlantic, 1973Yes, "Turn of the Century," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977Yes, "Parallels," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977Yes, "Wonderous Stories," Going for the One, Atlantic, 1977Tyler, the Creator, "WUSYANAME (feat. YoungBoy Never Broke Again & Ty Dolla $ign)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021Tyler, the Creator, "SWEET / I THOUGHT YOU WANTED TO DANCE (feat. Brent Faiyaz & Fana Hues)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021Tyler, the Creator, "LUMBERJACK," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021Tyler, the Creator, "MANIFESTO (feat. Domo Genesis)," CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, Columbia, 2021Richard Thompson, "Beeswing," Mirror Blue, Capitol, 1994Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim takes a trip to the desert island to play the song "Bette Davis Eyes" by Kim Carnes. The 1981 song is often thought of as just another one-hit wonder, but Jim highlights not only Carnes's signature vocals but also the use of a unique instrument. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Billboard VP and author Leila Cobo about her book, "Decoding Despacito," which charts the rise of Latin music in the United States. They also review Billie Eilish's new album and a new release from Prince's archives. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Luis Fonsi, "Despacito (featuring Justin Bieber and Daddy Yankee)," Despacito (featuring Justin Bieber and Daddy Yankee) (Single), Universal, 2017Billie Eilish, "Happier Than Ever," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021Billie Eilish, "NDA," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021Billie Eilish, "Billie Bossa Nova," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021Billie Eilish, "Not My Responsibility," Happier Than Ever, Darkroom, Interscope, 2021Prince, "Welcome 2 America," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Prince, "Yes," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Prince, "Same Page, Different Book," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Prince, "Hot Summer," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Prince, "1010 (Rin Tin Tin)," Welcome 2 America, NPG, 2021Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine, "Conga," Primitive Love, Epic, 1985José Feliciano, "Feliz Navidad," Feliz Navidad, RCA, 1970Ritchie Valens, "La Bamba," Ritchie Valens, Del-Fi, 1954Luis Fonsi, "Despacito (featuring Daddy Yankee)," Vida, Universal, 2017Daddy Yankee, "Gasolina," Barrio Fino, El Cartel, 2004Marc Anthony, "Vivir Mi Vida," 3.0, Sony, 2013Selena, "Amor Prohibido," Amor Prohibido, EMI, 1994J. Balvin & Willy William, "Mi Gente (feat. Beyoncé)," Mi Gente (feat. Beyoncé) (Single), Universal, 2017Rosalía, "Malamente," El Mal Querer, Sony, 2017Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in tribute to Joe Cassidy of the band Assassins among other projects, who died suddenly at 51. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we hear what songs some of our past guests like Todd Rundgren and Tune-Yards would want with them on a desert island. Plus hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with music journalist Steven Hyden about the new documentary "Woodstock 99: Peace, Love and Rage." Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Joni Mitchell, "Woodstock," Ladies of the Canyon, Reprise, 1970Crosby, Still, Nash and Young, "Woodstock," Deja Vu, Atlantic, 1970Todd Rundgren, "The Want of a Nail (with Bobby Womack)," Nearly Human, Warner Bros., 1989Burt Bacharach, "What the World Needs Now Is Love," What the World Needs Now: Burt Bacharach Classics, A&M, 2003Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975The Beatles, "Dear Prudence," White Album, Apple, 1968Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Impulse!, 2021Jr. Walker & The All Stars, "(I'm a) Road Runner," Road Runner, Motown, 1965Tune-Yards, "make it right.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Batuk, "Vida (feat. Nandi Ndlovu)," Musica Da Terra, Teka, 2016Spowder, "Pulp," Health Palm, State Champion, 2017Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee, "Despacito," VIDA, Universal Music Latino, 2017Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast news contributor Althea Legaspi talks with Alejandro Escovedo about his work to make mental health care accessible to music industry professionals. Jim, Greg and Althea also discuss the state of mental health in the music industry more broadly, including the recent developments with Britney Spears. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some music you may have missed that you need to hear. We call these songs buried treasures. Plus, they talk with Damon Locks about his Black Monument Ensemble project, bid farewell to Biz Markie and hear from some listeners. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021Polo & Pan, "Les jolies choses," Cyclorama, Hamburger, 2021The Mysterines, "Who’s Ur Girl," Love's Not Enough (Single), Pretty Face, 2020Swt Valli Hi, "Over It," Over It (Single), Eighteen, 2021Jaimie Branch, "theme 001 (Live)," FLY or DIE LIVE, International Anthem, 2021Comet Control, "Secret Life," Secret Life (Single), Tee Pee, 2021BLK JKS, "Maiga Mali Mansa Musa," Abantu / Before Humans, We Are Busy Bodies, 2021Trenchmouth, "Sea of Serenity," More Motion: A Collection, Thick, 2003Angela Davis, "Interviewed By Art Seigner," Soul And Soledad, Flying Dutchman, 1971Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis, "Song For Billie Holiday," The Poetry Of Langston Hughes, Caedmon, 1969Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "The Colors That You Bring," Where Future Unfolds, International Anthem, 2019Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "The People vs The Rest of Us," Now, International Anthem, 2021Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Now (Forever Momentary Space)," Now, International Anthem, 2021The Eternals , "Destroy The Body," Espiritu Zombi, New Atlantis, 2016The Specials, "Ghost Town (Extended Version)," Ghost Town (Extended Version) (Single), Two-Tone, 1981Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Rebuild a Nation," Where Future Unfolds, International Anthem, 2019Biz Markie, "Vapors," Goin' Off, Cold Chillin', 1988King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, "Melting," Flying Microtonal Banana, ATO, 2017Taylor Swift, "the 1," folklore, Republic, 2020Prick, "Tough," Prick, Nothing/Interscope, 1995Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast producer Andrew Gill interviews comedian Chris Gethard about his new stand up special "Half My Life" and the connections between music and comedy.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dawn Richard is a thriving indie artist making exciting and genre blending music on her own terms. But nothing could have prepared her for the chaos that would come from beginning her career as a member of the Diddy-constructed pop group, Danity Kane. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Dawn about her fantastic new album Second Line and about her unconventional musical trajectory. They’ll also review some new music. Take our Survey: https://bit.ly/3i4BWdinsn Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021Sault, "Bitter Streets," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021Sault, "London Gangs," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021Sault, "You from London (feat. Little Sims)," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021Sault, "Mike's Story (feat. Michael Ofo)," Nine, Forever Living Originals, 2021Lucy Dacus, "VBS," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "First Time," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Thumbs," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Brando," Home Video, Matador, 2021Lucy Dacus, "Triple Dog Dare," Home Video, Matador, 2021Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021Chocolate Milk, "Groove City," Milky Way, RCA Victor, 1979Danity Kane, "Damaged," Welcome to the Dollhouse, Bad Boy and Atlantic, 2008Dawn Richard, "King Creole (Intro)," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Pressure," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Voodoo (Intermission)," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Mornin' Streetlights," Second Line, Merge, 2021Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble, "Keep Your Mind Free (feat. Ben LaMar Gay)," Now, International Anthem, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast Kendall Polidori talks about her article for the Chicago Reader about the current state of Chicago venues and the benefit albums trying to help keep them afloat.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Following up the guitar masterpiece of OK Computer, Radiohead threw the music world for a loop with Kid A. More than twenty years after it's release hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Steven Hyden about how the album was made and its lasting impact. Plus Jim and Greg talk with author Paul Gorman about the subversive life of Malcolm McLaren, the manager of the Sex Pistols. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Radiohead, "Idioteque," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "How To Disappear Completely," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Subterranean Homesick Alien," OK Computer, Parlophone, 1997Travis, "Writing To Reach You," The Man Who, Independiente, 1999Autechre, "Rae," LP5, Warp, 1999Radiohead, "Fake Plastic Trees," The Bends, Parlophone, 1995Radiohead, "Everything In Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Kid A (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001Radiohead, "Kid A," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "Treefingers," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Radiohead, "The National Anthem (Live)," Unreleased, N/A, 2001Radiohead, "15 Step," In Rainbows, Parlophone, 2007Radiohead, "The National Anthem," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Sex Pistols, "Anarchy In the U.K.," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Sex Pistols, "God Save the Queen," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Sex Pistols, "Pretty Vacant," Never Mind the Bullocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, Virgin, 1977Bow Wow Wow, "I Want Candy," The Last of the Mohicans, RCA, 1982Malcolm McLaren, "Buffalo Gals," Duck Rock, Virgin, 1983Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that he thought featured Steve Cropper on guitar, but actually has Booker T. Jones playing organ and guitar. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fay Milton is best known as the drummer of Savages, but lately her focus has been getting the music world involved in fighting climate change. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Milton and revisit an interview with Joe Talbot of IDLES, another English group working for change. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Savages, "T.I.W.Y.G.," Adore Life, Matador, 2016Savages, "The Answer," Adore Life, Matador, 2016180 dB, "Road Trip (feat. Nick Zinner & Meredith Graves) [Instrumental]," Road Trip (Single), Midnight Feast, 2018Idles, "Grounds," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Television," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018Idles, "Anxiety," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "A Hymn," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Danny Nedelko," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Mr. Motivator," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Ne Touche Pas Moi," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Carcinogenic," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Idles, "Danke," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Daniel Johnston, "True Love Will Find You In The End," Retired Boxer, Stress, 1985Idles, "Samaritans," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018Idles, "June," Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Partisan, 2018Idles, "Model Village," Ultra Mono, Partisan, 2020Michael Franti & Spearhead, "11:59," All People, Capitol, 2013Radiohead, "Everything in Its Right Place," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a 1970s singer he'd written off previously. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Cropper played guitar on some of the greatest songs of the 1960s including "Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay" and "Green Onions." Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Cropper about his long career as a session musician and producer. Plus they review new albums from Bachelor and H.E.R. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Green Onions," Green Onions, Stax, 1962H.E.R., "Back of My Mind (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021H.E.R., "Bloody Waters," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021H.E.R., "We Made It," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021H.E.R., "For Anyone," Back of My Mind, RCA, 2021Bachelor, "Back Of My Hand," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021Bachelor, "Stay in the Car," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021Bachelor, "Sand Angel," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021Bachelor, "Anything at All," Doomin' Sun, Polyvinyl, 2021Steve Cropper & Felix Cavaliere, "Full Moon Tonight," Nudge It Up A Notch, Stax, 2008The Five Royales, "Think," Dedicated To You, King, 1957Wilson Pickett, "I'm Not Tired," In The Midnight Hour (Single), Atlantic, 1965Otis Redding, "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay," The Dock of the Bay, Volt, 1968Wilson Pickett, "In the Midnight Hour," In The Midnight Hour (Single), Atlantic, 1965Wilson Pickett, "Don't Fight It," Don't Fight It (Single), Atlantic, 1965Steve Cropper, "Bush Hog Part 1," Fire It Up, Mascot, 2021Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Hip Hug-Her," Hip Hug-Her, Stax, 1967Wilson Pickett, "634-5789," The Exciting Wilson Pickett, Atlantic, 1966The Blues Brothers Band, "Soul Man (live)," Soul Man (live) (Unreleased), N/A, 1979Steve Cropper, "Bush Hog Part 2," Fire It Up, Mascot, 2021Booker T and the M.G.'s, "Boot-Leg," Boot-Leg (Single), Stax, 1965Otis Redding, "Nobody's Fault But Mine," The Immortal Otis Redding, Stax, 1968Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stu Mackenzie of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard analyzes the song that led him to pursue a life in music. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's our second-favorite show of the year: the best albums of the year so far. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot count down their favorite albums released so far in 2021. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Tony Allen, "Coonta Kinte (feat. Zelooperz)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021Tony Allen, "Cosmosis (feat. Ben Okri & Skepta)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Armand Hammer/The Alchemist, "Falling out the Sky (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)," Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021Shame, "Nigel Hitter," Drunk Tank Pink, Dead Oceans, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "Tyrian Purple," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021Robert Finley, "Souled Out On You," Sharecropper's Son, Easy Eye Sound, 2021Tamar Aphek, "Russian Winter," All Bets Are Off, Kill Rock Stars, 2021Mdou Moctar, "Afrique Victime," Afrique Victime, Matador, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Unsmart Lady," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," sketchy., 4AD, 2021Viagra Boys, "Into the Sun," Welfare Jazz, YEAR0001, 2021Goat Girls, "Sad Cowboy," On All Fours, Rough Trade, 2021La Femme, "Le jardin," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021Booker T. & The M.G.s, "Green Onions," Green Onions, Stax, 1962Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast we welcome contributor Althea Legaspi to share how music festivals are planning to keep people safe and healthy as they come back after COVID-19.Plus she shares her pick for a viral song that's worth hearing. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pino Palladino is a legendary bassist who’s played with everyone from The Who to Nine Inch Nails to D’Angelo. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Pino about his storied career, playing style and about the first album where he's taking center stage, Notes With Attachments. Plus, the hosts review some new music from Japanese Breakfast and Wolf Alice. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Wolf Alice, "Smile," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021Wolf Alice, "Delicious Things," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021Wolf Alice, "The Beach," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021Wolf Alice, "Moaning Lisa Smile," My Love Is Cool, Dirty Hit, 2015Wolf Alice, "Lipstick on the Glass," Blue Weekend, Dirty Hit, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "Be Sweet," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "Posing For Cars," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "Paprika," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "In Hell," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Japanese Breakfast, "Savage Good Boy," Jubilee, Dead Oceans, 2021Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Off The Cuff," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Paul Young, "Come Back and Stay (Extended Version)," No Parlez, Columbia, 1983D'Angelo, "Chicken Grease," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Playa Playa," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Send It On," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000D'Angelo, "Feel Like Makin' Love," Voodoo, Virgin, 2000The Who, "Baba O'Riley (Live at the Hollywood Bowl 2002)," Who's Next, Decca, 1971The Who, "My Generation," My Generation, Brunswick, 1965Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Soundwalk," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Ekuté," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021D'Angelo, Femi Kuti, Macy Gray, and the Soultronics, "Water No Get Enemy (feat. Nile Rodgers and Roy Hargrove)," Red Hot + Riot: The Music and Spirit of Fela Kuti, MCA, 2003John Mayer Trio, "Who Did You Think I Was (Live at the House of Blues, Chicago, Illinois, September 22, 2005)," Try! Live in Concert, Columbia, 2005The Staples Singers, "Respect Yourself," Be Altitude: Respect Yourself, Stax, 1972Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim plays a song that paved the way for riot grrrl, but wasn't immediately appreciated as substantive art when it was released. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some buried treasures: new, under-the-radar music you need to hear. Plus, they'll review new albums from Olivia Rodrigo and Monster Magnet. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Olivia Rodrigo, "driver's license," SOUR, Geffen, 2021Monster Magnet, "Born To Go," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021Monster Magnet, "Motorcycle (Straight to Hell)," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021Monster Magnet, "Welcome to the Void," A Better Dystopia, Napalm, 2021Olivia Rodrigo, "brutal," SOUR, Geffen, 2021Olivia Rodrigo, "1 step forward, 3 steps back," SOUR, Geffen, 2021Olivia Rodrigo, "good 4 u," SOUR, Geffen, 2021Olivia Rodrigo, "deja vu," SOUR, Geffen, 2021The Linda Lindas, "Rebel Girl," Moxie (Music from the Netflix Film), Maisie Music Publishing, 2021Jelani Aryeh, "Marigold," Marigold (Single), No Matter, 2021Ting Tang Tina, "Kill Courtney," Honeybee, Dreamy Life, 2020Seaside Witch Coven, "King Fried," King Fried (Single), Self-Released, 2021Jungle Green, "Ritchie," Ritchie (Single), Self-Released, 2021topographies, "See You as You Fall," Ideal Form, Funeral Party, 2020Yellow Pills, "Come over and Eat Some Food," Space Age Inferno, Mint 400/Raining, 2021Omar Apollo, "Useless," Apolonio, Warner, 2020FACS, "Strawberry Cough," Present Tense, Trouble In Mind, 2021DARKSIDE, "The Limit," The Limit (Single), Matador, 2021Pino Palladino & Blake Mills, "Just Wrong," Notes With Attachments, Verve, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this bonus podcast Jim adds a track from 1990 by a Scottish power pop band that is still going strong today. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Merrill Garbus of Tune-Yards joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation about their new album, Sketchy, and the complicated ideas about race that informed it. Plus, they interview writer Josh Terry about how the live music industry can be more accessible as concerts resume. Accessibility Interview Transcript: https://soundopinions.org/show/809Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "Bizness (Live on Sound Opinions)," Whokill, 4AD, 2011Tune-Yards, "Now as Then," I Can Feel You Creep Into My Private Life, 4AD, 2018Tune-Yards, "homewrecker," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "make it right.," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Brocelïande, "Abbots Bromley Horn Dance," Flowing Glass: Sir Christèmas, Flowinglass Music, 2000The Coup, "Hey Saturday Night (feat. Tune-Yards)," Sorry To Bother You: The Soundtrack, Interscope, 2018Tune-Yards, "Money Money Money," Sorry To Bother You: The Score, Interscope, 2019Craig Brenner, "Spring Is Near," Passages, (Self-released), 2020Tune-Yards, "silence pt. 1 (when we say we)," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Led Zeppelin, "The Battle of Evermore," Led Zeppelin IV, Atlantic, 1971Talking Heads, "The Great Curve," Remain in Light, Sire, 1980Earth, Wind & Fire, "Spirit," Spirit, Columbia, 1976Rare Earth, "Get Ready," Get Ready, Rare Earth, 1969Bachelor, Jay Som, Palehound, "Stay in the Car," Stay in the Car (Single), Polyvinyl, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author Dawnie Walton was on the show in April. Here's some parts of that conversation that didn't fit into the original episode, including her thoughts on Kim Gordon and David Bowie.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As spring releases continue to sprout up, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot can't wait to share their opinions on some new music. Plus, they interview researcher and writer Ron Knox about how the music ecosystem can be saved, and why breaking up "Big Music" is the answer. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:St. Vincent, "Daddy's Home," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021St. Vincent, "Down," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021St. Vincent, "My Baby Wants a Baby," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021St. Vincent, "Candy Darling," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021St. Vincent, "The Melting of the Sun," Daddy's Home, Loma Vista, 2021Morcheeba, "Namaste," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021Morcheeba, "Cut My Heart Out," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021Morcheeba, "Say It's Over (feat. Brad Barr)," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021Morcheeba, "Sulphur Soul," Blackest Blue, Fly Agaric, 2021Molly Sarlé, "Human," Karaoke Angel, Partisan, 2019Tony Allen, "Très Magnifique (feat. Tsunami)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Tony Allen, "Mau Mau (feat. Nah Eeto)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021Tony Allen, "Coonta Kinte (feat. ZelooperZ)," There Is No End, Blue Note, 2021The Chills, "Scatterbrain," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021The Chills, "Monolith," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021The Chills, "Worlds Within Worlds," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021The Chills, "Caught in My Eye," Scatterbrain, Fire, 2021Molly Sarlé, "Gypsy," Aquarium Drunkard's Lagniappe Session, Partisan, 2020Celine Dion, "It's All Coming Back To Me Now," Falling into You, Columbia, 1996Mountain Man, "Moon," Magic Ship, Nonesuch, 2018Fleetwood Mac, "Dreams ," Rumours, Warner Brothers, 1977Tune-Yards, "Hold Yourself," Sketchy, 4AD, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg pays tribute to Delmark Records founder Bob Koester and The Staples Singers' Pervis Staples, both behind the scenes legends of the Chicago music scene. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Malaco Records is the longest-running independent label in American history, but most white music fans have never heard of it. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Rob Bowman about his book, "The Last Soul Company: The Malaco Records Story." Plus, they review new records by Miranda Lambert and girl in red. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhFeatured Songs:Jack Ingram, Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, "Homegrown Tomatoes," The Marfa Tapes, Vanner, 2021Jack Ingram, Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, "Waxahachie," The Marfa Tapes, Vanner, 2021girl in red, "Rue," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021girl in red, "Serotonin," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021girl in red, "Apartment 402," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021girl in red, "Hornylovesickmess," if i could make it go quiet, AWAL, 2021The Mississippi Mass Choir, "When I Rose This Morning," I'll See You in the Rapture, Malaco, 1996Johnnie Taylor, "Disco Lady," Eargasm, Columbia, 1976King Floyd, "Groove Me," King Floyd, Chimneyville, 1970Jean Knight , "Mr. Big Stuff," Mr. Big Stuff, Stax, 1971Dorothy Moore, "Misty Blue," Misty Blue, Malaco, 1976Z.Z. Hill, "Down Home Blues," Down Home Blues, Malaco, 1982The Golden Nuggets, "Gospel Train," Gospel Train (Single), Malaco, 1973The Jackson Southernaires, "Hold To God's Unchanging Hand," Down Home, Malaco, 1982Mahalia Jackson, "Move On Up A Little Higher," Move On Up A Little Higher (Single), Apollo, 1947The Mississippi Mass Choir, "Call Him Up Part 1," "Live" In Jackson, Mississippi, Malaco, 1989The Georgia Mass Choir, "Joy," I Sing Because I'm Happy, Savoy, 1992Wale, "Sue Me (feat. Kelly Price)," Wow... That's Crazy, Every Blue Moon, 2019LaShun Pace, "I Know I've Been Changed," He Lives, Savoy, 1991Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk more with Nancy about the future of Heart, her film score work and Jim and Nancy meeting on the set of Almost Famous. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For decades, Heart’s Nancy Wilson has been connecting with audiences through her masterful guitar playing and spot-on harmony vocals. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with her about her illustrious career and her debut studio solo album. Plus, they review new records from Art d'Ecco and Marianne Faithfull. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975Marianne Faithfull, "The Bridge of Sighs (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021Marianne Faithfull, "She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021Marianne Faithfull, "Ozymandias (with Warren Ellis)," She Walks in Beauty (with Warren Ellis), BMG, 2021Billie Holiday, "Glad to Be Unhappy," Lady in Satin, Columbia, 1958Art d'Ecco, "Desires," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Head Rush," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "I Am the Dance Floor," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "I Remember," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Art d'Ecco, "In Standard Definition," In Standard Definition, Paper Bag, 2021Nancy Wilson, "You and Me," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021Nancy Wilson, "The Rising," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021Heart, "Magic Man," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975Heart, "Barracuda," Little Queen, Portrait, 1977Nancy Wilson, "4 Edward," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021Heart, "Mistral Wind," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978Heart, "Straight On," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978Heart, "Dog & Butterfly," Dog & Butterfly, Portrait, 1978Heart, "Alone," Heart, Capitol, 1985Heart, "What About Love," Heart, Capitol, 1985Heart, "These Dreams," Heart, Capitol, 1985Nancy Wilson, "We Meet Again," You and Me, Carry On Music, 2021Dorothy Moore, "Misty Blue," Misty Blue, Malaco, 1976Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg pays tribute to the bassist of one of the greatest black rock bands ever. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview authors Jeff Chang and Davey D about their new edition of "Can't Stop Won't Stop," the essential hip hop history first published 16 years ago. Plus Jim and Greg review new albums by Dry Cleaning and Dawn Richard and hear what song got Beach Bunny inspired to pursue music as a career. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Dawn Richard, "Boomerang," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Bussifame," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Mornin Streetlights," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dawn Richard, "Jacuzzi," Second Line, Merge, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Her Hippo," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Dry Cleaning, "Scratchcard Lanyard," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021Dry Cleaning, "More Big Birds," New Long Leg, 4AD, 2021E-40, From The Ground Up (feat. Too $hort and K-Ci and JoJo), "E-40," The Element Of Surprise, Jive, 1998Rapsody, "12 Problems," 12 Problems (Single), Roc Nation, 2020Kendrick Lamar, "Alright," To Pimp A Butterfly, TDE, 2015Young M.A., "Ooouuu," Her-story, M.A. Music, 2016Tyler, the Creator, "I Ain't Got Time!," Flower Boy, Columbia, 2017LL Cool J, "I Need Love," Bigger and Deffer, Def Jam, 1987Living Legends, "Loose Cannon," Angelz Wit Dirty Faces, Outhouse, 2000The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, "Language of Violence," Hypocrisy Is the Greatest Luxury, Island, 1992Kanye West, "Roses," Late Registration, Roc-A-Fella, 2005Beach Bunny, "Cloud 9 (feat. Tegan and Sara)," Cloud 9 (feat. Tegan and Sara) (Single), Mom+Pop, 2021Grimes, "Kill V. Maim," Art Angels, 4AD, 2015Heart, "Crazy On You," Dreamboat Annie, Mushroom, 1975Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim shares a song to celebrate getting his Pfizer vaccination.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs defined by their backing vocals, much like Merry Clayton left her mark on The Rolling Stones' song "Gimme Shelter." Plus they review the new album from Eleventh Dream Day and learn what they're missing in Brockhampton.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969BROCKHAMPTON, "BUZZCUT (feat. Danny Brown)," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021BROCKHAMPTON, "THE LIGHT," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021BROCKHAMPTON, "THE LIGHT PT. II," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021BROCKHAMPTON, "DEAR LORD," Roadrunner: New Light, New Machine, RCA, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "Since Grazed," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "Tyrian Purple," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021Eleventh Dream Day, "A Case to Carry On," Since Grazed, Comedy Minus One, 2021R.E.M., "Superman," Lifes Rich Pageant, I.R.S., 1986Stereolab, "French Disko," (Single), Duophonic, 1994The Beach Boys, "Sloop John B," Pet Sounds, Capitol, 1966Sam Cooke, "Bring It On Home to Me," (Single), RCA, 1962Billy Joel, "The Longest Time," An Innocent Man, Columbia, 1983The Turtles, "Elenore," The Turtles Present the Battle of the Bands, White Whale, 1968Laura Nyro and Labelle, "I Met Him on a Sunday," Gonna Take a Miracle, Columbia, 1971Ray Charles, "(Night Time Is) The Right Time," The Genius Sings the Blues, Atlantic, 1961David Bowie, "Young Americans," Young Americans, RCA, 1975Eric B. & Rakim, "Paid in Full," Paid in Full, Island, 1987Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We share more stories from Merry Clayton that didn't fit into our prior episode. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, it's Sound Opinions at the movies! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with actor and musician Paul Raci, who is nominated for an Oscar for his performance in the film Sound of Metal. They discuss the movie and the lack of representation for deaf people in the arts. Then, the hosts talk with the co-director of the movie Without Getting Killed or Caught, a documentary about folk and country singer-songwriter Guy Clark.Read the transcription of our interview with Paul Raci: https://soundopinions.org/show/803 Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Featured Songs:Guy Clark, "L.A. Freeway," Old No. 1, RCA, 1975Black Sabbath, "Hand of Doom," Paranoid, Warner Bros., 1970Abraham Marauder, "Green (An Original Song from the Motion Picture "Sound of Metal") ," Green (An Original Song from the Motion Picture "Sound of Metal") (Single), Nonesuch, 2021Elise Trouw, Travis Barker and Paul Raci, "Enter Sandman," Enter Sandman (Single), self-released, 2020Guy Clark, "Anyhow, I Love You," Texas Cookin', SBCMG, 1976Guy Clark, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Old No. 1, RCA, 1975The Highwaymen, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Highwayman, Columbia Nashville, 1985Guy Clark, "Desperados Waiting for a Train," Keepers, Sugar Hill, 1997Dottsy, "I'll Be Your San Antone Rose," The Sweetest Thing, RCA, 1976The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg shares a song that was inspired by missing a show because of the weather. Become a member on PatreonMake a donation via PayPalRecord a Voice MemoDiscuss the showSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking for new music that's out of the mainstream? Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot uncover some buried treasures: recent releases that you need to hear! Plus we find out how SXSW moved their festival online this year. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3rozD7uBecome a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2PaahgL Featured Songs:Erika De Casier, "Drama," Drama (Single), 4AD, 2021Silver Synthetic, "In the Beginning," Silver Synthetic, Third Man, 2021Buggy Jive, "Ain't Going Anywhere," Ain't Going Anywhere, Bryan Paul Thomas, 2020Yo Kinky, "Wire," Yo Kinky, I Don't Like, 2021The Lungs, "Vizitant," Psychic Tombs, Dune Alter, 2020Samia, "Fit N Full," The Baby, Grand Jury Music, 2020tiger lili, "lightning," lightning (Single), Mom+Pop, 2020Reverend Mother, "Let It Live (Fuzz Cover)," Let It Live (Fuzz Cover) (Single), Domino, 2021Marie-Clo, "At Ease," Shell(e), self-released, 2020Armand Hammer & The Alchemist, "Falling out the Sky (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)," Haram, Backwoodz Studioz, 2021Fire Ex., "Stand up Like a Taiwanese (Live)," Unsung Heroes, Space Shower, 2020Trupa Trupa, "Dream About," Of The Sun, Glitterbeat, 2019Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim adds another song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a hero of early synthesis and a friend of Stevie Wonder's.Become a member on PatreonMake a donation via PayPalRecord a Voice MemoDiscuss the showSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Music: "Colossus" by Scanglobe from Nul Tiel RecordsJoin our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lURecord a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2RyD5AhSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Black women haven't been celebrated enough in rock music. Author Dawnie Walton talks with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot about how that inspired her debut novel, The Final Revival of Opal and Nev, a fantasy rock history about a fierce black singer in the 1970s. Plus Jim and Greg talk with Merry Clayton, whose iconic performance on "Gimme Shelter" still didn't make her a household name. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3rozD7uBecome a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2PaahgL Featured Songs:Merry Clayton, "Southern Man," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971Material, "Bustin' Out," Bustin' Out, Celluloid, 1981Talking Heads, "Slippery People (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984Betty Davis, "Dedicated To the Press," Nasty Gal, Island, 1975Betty Davis, "They Say I'm Different," They Say I'm Different, Just Sunshine, 1974The Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969Bobby Darin, "Who Can I Count On?," You're the Reason I'm Living, Capitol, 1963Elvis Presley, "Happy Ending," It All Happened At the World's Fair (Original Soundtrack), RCA Victor, 1963Ray Charles, "I Won't Leave," A Portrait of Ray, ABC, 1968Lynyrd Skynyrd, "Sweet Home Alabama," Second Helping, MCA, 1974Merry Clayton, "Touch The Hem Of His Garment," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021Merry Clayton, "A Song For You," Merry Clayton, Ode, 1971Merry Clayton, "Deliverance," Beautiful Scars, Ode Sounds & Visuals, 2021Art d'Ecco, "Tv God," Tv God (Single), Paper Bag, 2021Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg takes the long way around to playing a song that was championed by The Grateful Dead.Become a member on PatreonMake a donation via PayPalRecord a Voice MemoDiscuss the showSupport The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the occassion of our 800th episode, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look back on the show with past producer and listener feedback. They also review new albums from Tune-Yards, serpentwithfeet and La Femme.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3rozD7uBecome a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZK Record a Voice Memo: https://bit.ly/2PaahgL Featured Songs:Tune-Yards, "nowhere, man," sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "hold yourself.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "be not afraid.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021Tune-Yards, "make it right.," sketchy, 4AD, 2021serpentwithfeet, "Heart Storm," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021serpentwithfeet, "Malik," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021serpentwithfeet, "Fellowship," DEACON, Secretly Canadian, 2021La Femme, "Paradigme," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021La Femme, "Cool Colorado," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021La Femme, "Disconnexion," Paradigmes, Disque Pointu, 2021Arcade Fire, "Sprawl II (Live on Sound Opinions)," The Suburbs, Merge, 2010David Bowie, "Rebel Rebel," Diamond Dogs, RCA, 1974Talking Heads, "Once In A Lifetime (Live)," Stop Making Sense, Sire, 1984Thom Yorke, "I Want None Of This (Live on Sound Opinions)," Help - A Day In The Life, Independiente, 2005Radiohead, "The National Anthem (Live at Lollapalooza)," Kid A, Parlophone, 2000Bob Dylan, "Moonshiner," The Bootleg Series Volumes 1–3 (Rare & Unreleased) 1961–1991, Columbia, 1991Wilco, "Ashes of American Flags (Live on Sound Opinions)," Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Nonesuch, 2002Wilco, "She's A Jar (Live on Sound Opinions)," Summerteeth, Reprise, 1999Carole King, "I Feel the Earth Move," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Carole King, "Home Again," Tapestry, Ode, 1971Amythyst Kiah, "Black Myself," (Single), Rounder, 2021Steely Dan, "Reelin' In the Years," Can't Buy a Thrill, ABC, 1973Bob Gibson, "Ballad of Fred and Mark," Bob Gibson, Capitol, 1970King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, "K.G.L.W.," L.W., Flightless, 2021Aretha Franklin, "How I Got Over," Amazing Grace, Atlantic, 1972Rolling Stones, "Gimme Shelter," Let It Bleed, Decca, 1969Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim discovers a new-to-him British blues band that kind of invented stoner rock.Become a member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/36zIhZKRecord a Voice Memo: https://www.micdropp.com/studio/5febf006eba45/ Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.