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#766 Chris Frantz and Talking Heads
Episode 763
Jim and Greg chat with Talking Heads drummer Chris Frantz about his new book, Remain In Love. The book tracks the bands commercial success and internal strife. Plus, they dig into some of their favor…
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
#765 Chicago Soul
Episode 762
From Curtis Mayfield to Minnie Riperton, Jim and Greg explore the Chicago Soul scene. They’ll examine how the music tells the story of political and cultural change in Chicago. Plus, they look at the…
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
#764 Songs About Help and the Rock Doctors
Episode 761
In these confusing and anxious times, we could all use the occasional helping hand. This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about helping. Then they help a listener find new …
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
#763 Buried Treasures & Caroline Rose
Episode 760
It's time for another edition of Buried Treasures, where Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis share some under-the-radar new music you need to hear. Plus, we hear from the singer-songwriter Caroline Rose about…
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
#762 Bill Withers' Live at Carnegie Hall & Opinions on Phoebe Bridgers
Episode 759
Bill Withers is beloved for classics like Lean On Me, but Greg contends that Withers’ best album is Live at Carnegie Hall. Jim and Greg honor Withers’ life with a classic album dissection of that rec…
Published on 5 years ago
#761 Instant Commentaries & Opinions on Bob Dylan
Episode 758
Sometimes current events inspire urgent art. Jim and Greg share their favorite instant commentary tracks, songs that were published in a hurry in hopes of affecting change. Plus we review the latest …
Published on 5 years ago
#760 Best Albums of 2020...So Far
Episode 757
While the year is only half over, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot couldn’t wait until December to share their favorite albums. This week, Jim and Greg share their picks for the Best Albums of 2020 so far…
Published on 5 years ago
#759 Cover Songs, Opinions on Jehnny Beth & Remembering Jimmy Cobb
Episode 756
Jim and Greg discuss the value of cover songs and dig into the surprising stories behind some of rock's most notable examples. Also, they review the debut solo album from artist Jehnny Beth and remem…
Published on 5 years ago
#758 Buried Treasures & Ask The Critics
Episode 755
Jim and Greg share some recent songs they're loving that are beneath the mainstream radar. They also answer some questions from listeners in another edition of Ask the Critics.
Published on 5 years, 1 month ago
#757 Concerts That Shaped Us & Opinions On They Call Me Disco
Episode 754
In a time when most independent concert venues have a doubtful future, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot relive their favorite moments experienced at live concerts. They also review the new EP by rapper Ric…
Published on 5 years, 1 month ago