Sound Up! with Mark Goodman and Alan Light

On this episode of Sound Up!, Mark and Alan are joined by Andy Greene, Senior Writer at Rolling Stone, to discuss his wild new story “Power Ballads, Bad Blood, and Sold Out Shows: Inside Journey’s Massive Farewell Tour.” Andy got a close-up look at the tension and drama between Arnel Pineda, Neal Schon, and Jonathan Cain and he fills us in on the chaos he witnessed surrounding the launch of the band’s final outing. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Sound Up!, Mark and Alan have lots of news to talk about, including the announcement of Olivia Rodrigo’s new album, the release of (another) surprise EP from U2, Ringo Starr’s secret to longevity, the possibility of a real-life WKRP in Cincinnati, and the passing of legendary drummer James Gadson. We also have listener reviews of recent shows by Santana and Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth, and our new music picks this week come from Angine de Poitrine and Fisher with Tones and I. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Sound Up!, Mark and Alan dive into the return of Rush to the live stage, while Guns N’ Roses prepare to hit the road—this time without a full lineup. They also cover Iron Maiden’s former frontman being added to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ballot, and Paul McCartney taking the stage again, dropping a new single, and announcing an upcoming album. Plus, RAYE is back with her second full-length release, and the guys share their music picks of the week featuring Suki Waterhouse and Paris Paloma. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s a special mailbag episode of “Sound Up!,” as Mark and Alan read and respond to emails from our beloved Pod Squad. Listener emails comment on the late Phil Campbell, some favorite new releases, a poetic recap of the ‘80s Cruise, the Johnny Blue Skies album, and a live review of Mana. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan look at some of the biggest music news stories of the week, including the announcement of Jay-Z’s upcoming shows at Yankee Stadium, AC/DC guitarist Stevie Young’s hospitalization in Argentina, and the controversy around Chappell Roan’s security team. Alan reviews Lady Gaga at Madison Square Garden, and we give the latest update on the fan vote for this year’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees. Plus, this week’s new music picks from Leah Blevins and Chloe Parche. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan are joined by Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Lou Gramm, who talks about finishing and putting out “Released,” his new album of solo material from the ‘80s, as well as the final Foreigner shows, his car collection, and much more. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This Week On Sound Up, We Discuss The Return Of Harry Styles K-pop Demon Hunters Perform And Take Home The Oscar For Best Song, New Records Were Set At A Historic Auction Of Iconic Guitars, And The Rock World Bids Farewell To Motorhead Guitarist Phil Campbell Plus Our New Music Picks From Kacey Musgraves And The Warning We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of “Sound Up!,” our special Black Crowes week continues as we speak with co-founder and guitarist Rich Robinson about the band’s new album “A Pound of Feathers,” their songwriting process, and the dynamic that’s led them into a career renaissance. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome Chris Robinson, co-founder and lead singer of the Black Crowes, to talk about the band’s new album, “A Pound of Feathers.” Mark recaps highlights from the ‘80s Cruise, including performances by Billy Ocean, Nile Rodgers & Chic, and Gary Numan. The week’s New Music picks come from Olivia Rodrigo and Mia Wray. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan are joined by Ani DiFranco, one of the most fiercely independent and influential artists of the last three decades. Having built a career on fearless songwriting, dedicated activism, and total creative freedom, now DiFranco has added another chapter to her story with the new book “The Spirit of Ani,” giving fans fresh insight into her journey, her music, and the forces that shaped her. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Sound Up!, Alan Light and Producer Roger Coletti discuss the nominees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026 and share listener reactions. Alan also reviews two music documentaries: EPIC: Elvis Presley in Concert, directed by Baz Luhrmann, and the Paul McCartney and Wings documentary, Paul McCartney: Man on the Run. Plus, new music picks from Gorillaz and Tori Amos. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan speak with Don Barnes, founding member of .38 Special, about the band’s recent album, “Milestone”—their first new music in more than 20 years—as well as their ongoing 50th anniversary tour, the creation of some of their biggest hits, and much more. We want to make you part of the conversation.  Leave us your comments via text or audio message at [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.