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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	A Match Made on Greg's Bookshelf	04 Sep 2024	00:11:31
In this bonus episode, Greg adds a performance by two musicians he's written books about to the Desert Island Jukebox. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	Review Roundup: X, Post Malone, JPEGMAFIA, Sturgill Simpson, Beabadoobee & Meshell Ndegeocello	30 Aug 2024	00:50:32
As summer winds down the volume of new albums coming out is hard to keep up with. This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig out from music mountain by reviewing new albums from X, Post Malone, Beabadoobee, Sturgill Simpson, JPEGMAFIA and Meshell Ndegeocello. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: Post Malone, "Pour Me A Drink (feat. Blake Shelton)," F-1 Trillion, Republic and Mercury, 2024 Post Malone, "Wrong Ones (feat. Tim McGraw)," F-1 Trillion, Republic and Mercury, 2024 Post Malone, "Finer Things (feat. Hank Williams, Jr.)," F-1 Trillion, Republic and Mercury, 2024 JPEGMAFIA, "don't rely on other men," I Lay Down My Life for You, AWAL, 2024 JPEGMAFIA, "it's dark and hell is hot," I Lay Down My Life for You, AWAL, 2024 JPEGMAFIA, "i scream this in the mirror before i interact with anyone," I Lay Down My Life for You, AWAL, 2024 JPEGMAFIA, "Exmilitary," I Lay Down My Life for You, AWAL, 2024 X, "Baby & All," Smoke & Fiction, Fat Possum, 2024 X, "Big Black X," Smoke & Fiction, Fat Possum, 2024 X, "Winding Up the Time," Smoke & Fiction, Fat Possum, 2024 X, "Sweet Til The Bitter End," Smoke & Fiction, Fat Possum, 2024 Sturgill Simpson, "Swamp of Sadness," Passage du Desir, High Top Mountain, 2024 Sturgill Simpson, "Scooter Blues," Passage du Desir, High Top Mountain, 2024 Sturgill Simpson, "Mint Tea," Passage du Desir, High Top Mountain, 2024 Beabadoobee, "Take A Bite," This Is How Tomorrow Moves, Dirty Hit, 2024 Beabadoobee, "Post," This Is How Tomorrow Moves, Dirty Hit, 2024 Beabadoobee, "Beaches," This Is How Tomorrow Moves, Dirty Hit, 2024 Meshell Ndegeocello, "Travel," No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, Blue Note, 2024 Meshell Ndegeocello, "Trouble," No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, Blue Note, 2024 Meshell Ndegeocello, "Raise The Roof," No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, Blue Note, 2024 Joni Mitchell, "All I Want," Blue, Reprise, 1971 Taylor Swift, "Death By A Thousand Cuts," Lover, Republic, 2019 Lou Reed, "There Is No Time," New York, Sire, 1989 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	An Early Reality TV Star Turned Punk Rocker	31 Jul 2024	00:07:41
In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from a star of one of the first reality shows, "An American Family," who turned punk rocker and became part of the CBGB's scene. His story is told in Emily Nussbaum's book "Cue the Sun! The Invention of Reality TV." Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	A Pathway to Sun Ra	27 Sep 2023	00:08:20
In this bonus episode, Greg offers a starting point into Sun Ra's daunting discography. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#183 Dan Deacon & Opinions on Grizzly Bear and Wilco	29 May 2009	00:59:00
Jim and Greg sit down with electro-pop wizard Dan Deacon for a conversation and live performance. Plus they'll review albums from Wilco and Grizzly Bear. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#182 Nelson George & Opinions on Eminem and Passion Pit	22 May 2009	00:59:30
Author and critic Nelson George talks with Jim and Greg about his new book City Kid: A Writer's Memoir of Ghetto Life and Post-Soul Success. Later Jim and Greg review Eminem’s new album “Relapse.” Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#181 Franz Ferdinand & Opinions on St. Vincent and Green Day	15 May 2009	00:59:00
After taking the U.S. by storm with their hit song “Take Me Out,” Scottish band Franz Ferdinand is back touring the country. They stopped by our studio for a conversation with Jim and Greg, as well as a live acoustic performance. Later, they'll review new albums from Green Day and St. Vincent. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#180 Joe Nick Patoski on Willie Nelson & Opinions on Bob Dylan	08 May 2009	00:59:11
Jim and Greg talk to Joe Nick Patoski about Willie Nelson. Then, they review the latest from Bob Dylan and Greg has a Desert Island Jukebox Pick. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#179 Best Live Albums & Opinions on Leonard Cohen	01 May 2009	00:58:37
With the summer concert season approaching Jim and Greg name the best live albums of all time. They also take a look at Leonard Cohen's latest concert record, Leonard Cohen: Live in London. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#178 Jill Sobule & Opinions on Booker T. Jones and The Handsome Family	24 Apr 2009	00:58:36
Longtime singer/songwriter Jill Sobule got fed up with the music business. So, she decided to reinvent it. Tune in to hear Jim and Greg’s conversation with Jill, and hear songs from her innovative fan-funded album. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#177 Record Store Day 2009 & Opinions on Bat for Lashes and Asher Roth	17 Apr 2009	00:58:36
Join Jim and Greg as they welcome a panel of independent record store representatives from around the country to celebrate Record Store Day. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#176 Literary Rock & Opinions on Metric and Neil Young	10 Apr 2009	00:58:37
Rock Lit 101: Jim and Greg explore rock’s literary side and discuss the best pop lyricists from the stage to the page. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#175 Blitzen Trapper and Opinions on Amadou & Mariam and PJ Harvey & John Parish	03 Apr 2009	00:58:42
Portland band Blitzen Trapper joins Jim and Greg to talk about their roots rock influences and perform songs from their recent album Furr. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#174 SXSW 2009 & Opinions on Yeah Yeah Yeahs	27 Mar 2009	00:58:42
Jim and Greg report back from the annual SXSW Music Festival with their predictions on the next big thing in rock. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	Billions' Brian Koppelman, Opinions on Mitski, Low Cut Connie & Jaimie Branch	22 Sep 2023	00:50:50
Brian Koppelman makes his living as the showrunner, co-creator and writer for the Showtime series Billions. Jim and Greg revisit their conversation with Koppelman about how he innovatively uses music in the critically acclaimed show. They'll also review new albums from Mitski, Low Cut Connie and Jaimie Branch. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Mitski, "Bug Like An Angel," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Mitski, "Buffalo Replaced," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Mitski, "I Love Me After You," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Mitski, "The Deal," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "Tell Me Something I Don't Know," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "Art Dealers," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "King of the Jews," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "The Party's Over," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Low Cut Connie, "Sleaze Me On," Art Dealers, Contender, 2023 Mitski, "I'm Your Man," The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Dead Oceans, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "Baba Louie," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "Burning Grey," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "Take Over the World," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Jaimie Branch, "The Mountain (feat. Jason Ajemian)," Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war)), International Anthem, 2023 Tracy Chapman, "Talkin' Bout a Revolution," Tracy Chapman, Elektra, 1988 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, "Even the Losers," Damn the Torpedoes, MCA, 1979 Mink DeVille, "Spanish Stroll," Cabretta, Capitol, 1977 Garrett T. Capps, "Born in San Antone," Y Los Lonely Hipsters, Suburban Haste, 2016 Bob Dylan, "Visions of Johanna," Blonde on Blonde, Columbia, 1966 Mott the Hoople, "I Wish I Was Your Mother," Mott, Columbia, 1973 Johnny Cash, "Solitary Man," American III: Solitary Man, American Recordings, 2000 Andrew Bird, "Oh No," Noble Beast, Fat Possum, 2009 Echo & the Bunnymen, "The Killing Moon," Ocean Rain, Sire, 1984 Sammy Davis Jr., "Mr. Bojangles," Mr. Bojangles (Single), MGM, 1972 The Dictators, "The Next Big Thing," Go Girl Crazy!, Epic, 1975 Eskmo, "Billions Title & Recap," Billions Original Series Soundtrack, Milan, 2017 Mary Ocher, "Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs)," Is Life Possible? (feat. Les Trucs) (Single), Copyright Control, 2023 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#173 Merge Records & Opinions on The Decemberists and Mastodon	20 Mar 2009	00:58:42
North Carolina indie label Merge Records is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Join Jim and Greg as they speak with Merge founders Mac McCaughan and Laura Balance. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#172 Rock Doctors Couples Therapy & Opinions on Chris Cornell and Cursive	13 Mar 2009	00:58:42
Jim and Greg briefly abandon their posts as critics to become the Rock Doctors. A young couple seeks help bridging the musical divide in their relationship. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#171 Astral Weeks (Classic Album Dissection) & Opinions on Kelly Clarkson and K'Naan	06 Mar 2009	00:58:42
Jim and Greg conduct a Classic Album Dissection of Van Morrison’s Astral Weeks. The 1968 recording combines rock, jazz, blues and folk—making it one of the most unique and significant albums in rock history. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#170 Neko Case & Opinions on U2 and The Pains of Being Pure at Heart	27 Feb 2009	00:58:41
Jim and Greg welcome back singer and songwriter Neko Case to talk about storytelling, piano-collecting, and life on the farm. Plus hear her perform songs from her brand new album Middle Cyclone. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#169 Frightened Rabbit & Opinions on A.R. Rahman and Morrissey	20 Feb 2009	00:58:41
Scottish rock band Frightened Rabbit stop by during their tour through North America. Tune in to hear their conversation with Jim and Greg, as well as performances from their heartbreak-inspired album The Midnight Organ Fight. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#168 Unconventional Love Songs & Opinions on Adele	13 Feb 2009	00:58:41
If you are overloaded with traditional, sweet and sappy love songs, tune in to Sound Opinions for a remedy. Jim and Greg celebrate Valentine’s Day with songs that honor Unconventional Love. Because it doesn’t matter who or what you love, as long as it rocks. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#167 The Numero Group & Opinions on Lily Allen and Titus Andronicus	06 Feb 2009	00:58:07
Throughout music history, it's been too easy for worthy artists to fall through the cracks. This week Jim and Greg speak to the founders of Numero Group—a label dedicated to lifting those gems out of obscurity. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#166 Copyright Infringement Lawsuits & Opinions on Heartless Bastards	30 Jan 2009	00:58:09
What do Coldplay, Lil Wayne and George Harrison all have in common? They’ve all been sued for stealing music. This week Jim and Greg look at the history of copyright infringement lawsuits and talk about what happens when one artist accuses another accused of creative thievery. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#165 The Hold Steady & Opinions on Bruce Springsteen and Andrew Bird	23 Jan 2009	00:58:07
With their rock anthems and literary lyrics, The Hold Steady are often thought of as “the best bar band in America.” Tune in to hear them out of the bar and in our studio with a conversation and live performance. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#164 Presidential Rock & Opinions on Franz Ferdinand	16 Jan 2009	00:58:08
As the nation awaits its new president, Jim and Greg host their own inaugural celebration featuring the best in “Presidential Rock.” Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	RIP Steve Harwell of Smash Mouth	20 Sep 2023	00:10:37
In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to recently deceased Smash Mouth singer Steve Harwell by adding a new song to the Desert Island Jukebox. Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#163 Buried Treasures & Opinions on Animal Collective	09 Jan 2009	00:58:43
Buried Treasures: Jim and Greg dig up another set of underground musical gems. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#162 Mixtapes 2008 & Opinions on Common	02 Jan 2009	00:58:42
Jim and Greg round out the year like any good music fan: with a mixtape. Tune in to hear some of their favorite songs, and then find out how they rate the new album from rapper Common. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#161 Radiohead & Opinions on Fall Out Boy	26 Dec 2008	00:58:43
When Radiohead visited the show in 2006, no one could predict that the band’s experiment with In Rainbows would be so successful. Take a listen to Jim and Greg’s conversation with this year’s biggest newsmakers. And later the critics will sound off on the new album from pop punk outfit Fall Out Boy. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#160 Christmas Spectacular 2008	19 Dec 2008	00:58:22
Sound Opinions Christmas Spectacular 2008: The show’s very own Kris Kringle, aka Andy Cirzan, is back with another batch of weird and wonderful holiday tunes. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#159 Best Albums of 2008	12 Dec 2008	00:58:22
Music obsessives spend a lot of time creating lists, and Jim and Greg are no exception. Tune in this week to hear their ultimate list of the year: The Best Albums of 2008. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#158 Amy Ray & Opinions on Britney Spears & The Fireman	05 Dec 2008	00:58:37
With the summer concert season approaching Jim and Greg name the best live albums of all time. They also take a look at Leonard Cohen's latest concert record, Leonard Cohen: Live in London. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#157 Turkey Shoot 2008 & Opinions on Kanye West, The Killers, & Rivers Cuomo	28 Nov 2008	00:58:19
With the summer concert season approaching Jim and Greg name the best live albums of all time. They also take a look at Leonard Cohen's latest concert record, Leonard Cohen: Live in London. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#156 Alejandro Escovedo & Review of Guns N' Roses	21 Nov 2008	00:58:41
Jim and Greg welcome rocker Alejandro Escovedo for a conversation and live performance. They'll also review the long awaited album from Guns N' Roses, and then it's Greg's turn to add a track to the Desert Island Jukebox. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#155 Bubblegum Pop & Opinions on Beyoncé and The Knux	14 Nov 2008	00:58:40
With the explosion of acts like The Jonas Brothers and Miley Cyrus, it’s time to take a look at the musical genre that has had teens screaming for over half a century: Bubblegum Pop. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#154 Don Felder & Opinions on Deerhunter and Q-Tip	07 Nov 2008	00:58:40
Guitarist Don Felder joins Jim and Greg for a conversation about the ups and downs of life with The Eagles. Plus they'll review new albums from former A Tribe Called Quest-er, Q-Tip, and Deerhunter. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	Songs About the Morning, Opinions on Noname & Ratboys	15 Sep 2023	00:51:02
What's more inspiring than the start of a new day? Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs inspired by the morning. The hosts also review new albums by Ratboys and Noname. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: The Beatles, "Good Morning," Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Noname, "gospel? (feat. $ilkMoney, billy woods & STOUT)," Sundial, self-released, 2023 Ratboys, "The Window," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 Ratboys, "Making Noise for the Ones You Love," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 Ratboys, "Empty," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 Ratboys, "Black Earth, WI," The Window, Topshelf, 2023 Noname, "black mirror," Sundial, self-released, 2023 Noname, "namesake," Sundial, self-released, 2023 Noname, "potentially the interlude," Sundial, self-released, 2023 Kris Kristofferson, "Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down," Kristofferson, Monument, 1970 Stevie Wonder, "Happier Than The Morning Sun," Music of My Mind, Tamla, 1972 Nina Simone, "Feeling Good," I Put A Spell On You, Phillips, 1965 The Polyphonic Spree, "Light & Day/Reach for the Sun," The Beginning Stages of..., Good, 2002 Margot and the Nuclear So-And-So's, "Waking Up and Walking Out," The Bride On The Boxcar - A Decade Of Margot Rarities: 2004-2014, Joyful Noise, 2015 Harry Nilsson, "Gotta Get Up," Nilsson Schmilsson, RCA Victor, 1971 Kurt Vile, "Wakin On a Pretty Day," Wakin On a Pretty Daze, Matador, 2013 Bill Withers, "Lovely Day," Menagerie, Columbia, 1977 Joni Mitchell, "Chelsea Morning," Clouds, A&M, 1969 The The, "This Is the Day," Soul Mining, Some Bizarre/Epic, 1983 Beck, "Morning," Morning Phase, Captiol, 2014 Outkast, "Git Up, Git Out (feat. Goodie Mob)," Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik, Arista, LaFace, 1994 Juice Newton, "Angel of the Morning," Juice, Captiol, 1981 Echo & the Bunnymen, "The Killing Moon," Ocean Rain, Sire, 1984 Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#153 Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds	31 Oct 2008	00:58:40
At a time when most artists start to slow down, 30 year rock vets Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds are only revving up. The band recorded one of Jim and Greg’s favorite albums of the year, and now you can hear them perform their bitingly funny, dark and raucous garage rock live on the show. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#152 The Alt-Rock Doctors & Opinions on John Legend and Parts and Labor	24 Oct 2008	00:58:39
Been feeling under the weather? Need a good dose of rock and roll? Then tune in this week for another appointment with the Rock Doctors. Drs. Kot and DeRogatis will help a patient with a mean case of the musical blues. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#151 Calexico & Opinions on AC/DC and Bob Dylan	17 Oct 2008	00:58:34
Jim and Greg welcome eclectic indie rockers Calexico. Tune in to hear the band's cinematic mix of rock, folk, blues and even mariachi. And stay tuned for the latest music news and reviews. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#150 Oliver Sacks & Opinions on TV on the Radio, T.I., and Oasis	10 Oct 2008	00:58:33
“Awakenings” neurologist Oliver Sacks joins Jim and Greg for an enlightening discussion about the powerful connection between music and the brain. And later the critics rate new albums from TV on the Radio and Oasis. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#149 Psychedelic Soul & Opinions on Jenny Lewis and Lou Reed	03 Oct 2008	00:58:34
Jim and Greg check into the "Psychedelic Shack." Tune in to hear their dissection of Psychedelic Soul, from Sly and the Family Stone to Gnarls Barkley. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#148 Joan As Policewoman & Opinions on Metallica	26 Sep 2008	00:59:03
Jim and Greg welcome Joan as Policewoman. The classically trained musician has collaborated with the likes of Rufus Wainwright and Antony and the Johnsons, and now she brings her unique brand of American soul music to the Sound Opinions studio. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#147 Buried Treasures & Opinions on Kid Rock and Brian Wilson	19 Sep 2008	00:59:03
Jim and Greg are back with a new batch of Buried Treasures. These underground gems might not be well-known but they deserve more attention. And later in the show, the critics rate the latest album from rock legend Brian Wilson. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#146 Danny Goldberg, Wedding Songs, & Opinions on Ra Ra Riot	12 Sep 2008	00:59:03
Manager, label executive, publicist—Danny Goldberg has donned many hats in the music industry. Tune in to hear this music insider share stories of working with everyone from Led Zeppelin to Nirvana. Plus, Jim and Greg will review the new album from orchestral indie rockers Ra Ra Riot. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#145 Back-to-School Songs & Opinions on The Walkmen	05 Sep 2008	00:59:02
The carefree days of sun, sand and no school have come to an end. Jim and Greg want to help you beat the end of summer blues with their favorite Back-to-School songs. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#144 The Dawn of Metal and Opinions on Brian Eno & David Byrne	29 Aug 2008	00:59:03
Jim and Greg invite you on a trip back to The Dawn of Metal. Tune in to learn about the roots of rock’s heaviest genre. Then stay tuned for a review of the new joint project from Brian Eno and David Byrne. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	RIP Jimmy Buffett (and Steve Goodman)	13 Sep 2023	00:09:18
In this bonus episode Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of Jimmy Buffett, who recently died. However, it's not a Buffett original he's adding. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#143 Tony Visconti & Opinions on Jonas Brothers	22 Aug 2008	00:59:03
Jim and Greg welcome producer Tony Visconti, the man behind the glam-rock sounds of T. Rex and David Bowie. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
	#142 She & Him & Opinions on Brazilian Girls	15 Aug 2008	00:59:03
Actress Zooey Deschanel has briefly left behind her male movie costars for a musical one. She's joined musician M. Ward to form She & Him, Jim and Greg's guests this week. Tune in to hear the duo's intimate conversation and live performance. Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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