Sound Opinions - podcast cover

Sound Opinions

WBEZ Chicagoart19.com
Take two nationally respected rock critics, the latest music news, personal commentary, and exclusive interviews and performances, add a huge pile of records old and new, and the result is Sound Opinions, where people who love music can come together.

Episodes

A Little Steampunk Ditty

In this bonus episode, Jim digs deep to play an artist he last wrote about in 1996 who is still putting out great music. This song is a steampunk imagining of an air raid. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinio...

Feb 22, 20235 minEp. 900

Sinéad O'Connor & Opinions on Lil Yachty

In 1992, Sinéad O’Connor was at the peak of her commercial success when she spoke out against the Pope on Saturday Night Live. After that, she encountered a massive backlash, but never backed down. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk to documentary filmmaker Kathryn Ferguson about the music, career and activism of Sinéad O’Connor. They also review the new album from rapper Lil Yachty. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for...

Feb 17, 202351 minEp. 899

Travels With Greg: NYC

In this bonus episode, Greg shares his experience in New York City, visiting the Lou Reed exhibit at the New York Public Library. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Feb 15, 20238 minEp. 899

Buried Treasures & RIP Tom Verlaine of Television

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by their production staff to highlight new music that listeners may have missed: musical buried treasures. They also pay tribute to Television's iconic guitarist, Tom Verlaine. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Feat...

Feb 10, 202351 minEp. 898

An interview with Fucked Up

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg talk with Damien Abraham and Sandy Miranda of Canadian punks Fucked Up about their new album, "One Day." Note: in this episode there is language not allowed on the radio. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: ...

Feb 08, 202341 minEp. 898

Kranky Records, Opinions on Iggy Pop & Ladytron

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the history of the Chicago indie label Kranky Records, which has been home over the years to artists like Low, Deerhunter and Godspeed You! Black Emperor. They talk with Kranky co-founder and author of the book “You’re with Stupid,” Bruce Adams, about its creation, ethos and more. The hosts also review new music from Iggy Pop and Ladytron. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up...

Feb 03, 202350 minEp. 897

RIP Van Conner

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg pay tribute to Van Conner of the Screaming Trees, who recently died at age 55. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. S...

Feb 01, 20237 minEp. 897

Songs About Photography, Marty Perez & RIP David Crosby

Jim and Greg talk with longtime music photographer Marty Perez about his new career-spanning book, "Kill A Punk For Rock & Roll." They also share their favorite songs about photography and pay tribute to David Crosby. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Fea...

Jan 27, 202351 minEp. 896

An Obscure British Band You've Probably Never Heard Of

In this bonus episode, Jim digs deep into the British music scene of the '60s to add an obscure song to the Desert Island Jukebox. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Jan 25, 202312 minEp. 896

Dry Cleaning, Reviews of Margo Price and SZA, and RIP Jeff Beck

Post-punk tunes topped with dadaist deadpan lyrics are an unlikely formula for popularity in music, but that's the secret to Dry Cleaning's success. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with band members Florence Shaw and Nick Buxton about one of their favorite albums of 2022. They also review new albums by SZA and Margo Price and pay tribute to Jeff Beck. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.l...

Jan 20, 202351 minEp. 895

A Great Girl Group Song from 2007

In this bonus episode, Jim shares a girl group song from 2007 that can stand alongside more famous tracks from the 1960s. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Jan 18, 20236 minEp. 895

Cameron Crowe on Almost Famous the Musical, His Movies & More

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot catch up with longtime friend, screenwriter and director Cameron Crowe. They discuss his films, most notably Almost Famous, which recently wrapped up a run on Broadway as a musical. They talk about the differences between making a movie and a stage production, getting Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” for Say Anything… and more. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit....

Jan 13, 202350 minEp. 894

Two Late-Breaking 2022 Obituaries

In this bonus episode, we pay tribute to even more musicians who died at the end of 2022. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at http...

Jan 11, 20239 minEp. 894

The Best Songs of 2022, Obits & Greg's Annual Mixtape

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot look at the music of 2022 from the rearview mirror. Jim and the producers share some of their favorite singles of the year, review some missed obituaries and Greg plays an excerpt from his legendary annual mixtape. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2R...

Jan 06, 202351 minEp. 893

Jim's Favorite Springsteen Songs

In this bonus episode, Jim adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was written by Bruce Springsteen, doubling the total number of songs by the Boss that he likes. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions ...

Jan 04, 20238 minEp. 893

Low Live on Sound Opinions, RIP Loretta Lynn & Anton Fier

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit Low's 2011 session on Sound Opinions in honor of singer and drummer Mimi Parker, who died in November. The hosts also pay tribute to Loretta Lynn and drummer Anton Fier, who also died in 2022. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/...

Dec 30, 202251 minEp. 892

Travels With Greg: The Dylan Center

In this bonus episode, Greg recounts his experience visiting the Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Po...

Dec 28, 20229 min

D'Angelo's Voodoo & Bassist Pino Palladino

This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dissect D’Angelo’s masterpiece album Voodoo. They chat with author Faith Pennick about the record’s context, impact and more. Then, the hosts will talk with the bassist who played on that album, among many others, Pino Palladino. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: ...

Dec 23, 202251 minEp. 891

One more Cirzan Christmas tune

In this bonus episode, Andy Cirzan shares a song from his annual holiday obscura mix that was too weird for the radio. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Dec 21, 20229 min

The 2022 Holiday Spectacular with Andy Cirzan

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome our crate-digging Kris Kringle, Andy Cirzan to share great holiday songs that aren’t played-out. This year's collection is called "The Reindeer Sessions... Further Adventures in Holiday Obscura." Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.ch...

Dec 16, 202251 minEp. 890

More Best Albums of 2022

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg share more of their favorite albums of 2022. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19...

Dec 14, 202216 min

The Best Albums of 2022, Plus RIP Christine McVie

As 2022 comes to a close, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reveal their Best Albums of the Year, music they loved and couldn’t stop listening to. They also hear selections from their production staff and pay tribute to the late, great Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop:...

Dec 09, 202251 minEp. 889

Ganser adds to the Desert Island Jukebox

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg continue their discussion with Alicia Gaines of Ganser, including getting a few additions to the Desert Island Jukebox. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudi...

Dec 07, 202222 min

Margo Price, Plus Opinions on Robyn Hitchcock & Plains

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot welcome Margo Price back to the show to discuss her memoir, "Maybe We'll Make It." Since her first appearance in 2018, Price has recorded two albums, joined the board of Farm Aid and met almost all of her heroes. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new albums from Robyn Hitchcock and Plains, a new group from Waxahatchee and Jess Williamson. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: htt...

Dec 02, 202251 minEp. 888

A Flying Saucer Love Song

In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to Tropicália legend Gal Costa, who died in November. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at ...

Nov 30, 20228 min

Buried Treasures & Ganser

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some of their favorite new, under-the-radar music you need to hear. Plus a conversation with vocalist and bassist for the band Ganser, Alicia Gaines. They discuss their latest EP, her extensive music knowledge and more. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2R...

Nov 25, 202251 minEp. 887

D.H. Peligro: A virtuoso punk

In this bonus episode Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox in honor of D.H. Peligro, the drummer of Dead Kennedys. Peligro died in October at age 63. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnyst...

Nov 23, 20226 min

Nnamdï, Opinions on Alvvays & Makaya McCraven, Plus RIP Mimi Parker from Low

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with genre-defying artist Nnamdi. They also review new albums by Alvvays and Makaya McCraven and pay tribute to Low's Mimi Parker. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: NNAMDÏ, "I Don't Wanna Be Famous," Pleas...

Nov 18, 202251 minEp. 886

A Tribute to Low's Mimi Parker

In this bonus episode, Jim and Greg give an expanded obituary for Mimi Parker of Low. Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://...

Nov 16, 202214 min

Video Game Music, Opinions on Rina Sawayama & Brian Eno

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the expansive world of video game soundtracks. They chat with Los Angeles Times critic Todd Martens about the innovative ways video game music is exciting listeners and enhancing gaming interactivity. They’ll also review new albums by Rina Sawayama and Brian Eno, and hear messages from Sound Opinions listeners. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEv...

Nov 11, 202250 minEp. 885
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android
Open in Metacast