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#595 Drive-By Truckers & Opinions on Kendrick Lamar & Resistance Radio
Episode 592
Drive-By Truckers have tackled politics and social issues in their music for decades, but never more strongly than on their latest album, American Band. Members Mike Cooley and Patterson Hood join Ji…
Published on 8 years, 2 months ago
#594 Spring Record Review Round-Up & Honeyblood
Episode 591
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot give their take on several of the biggest new records, from Spoon to Mastodon, in this Review Roundup. Plus, a conversation with Scottish duo Honeyblood.
Published on 8 years, 2 months ago
#593 Mavis Staples
Episode 590
As a member of her family group The Staple Singers and as a solo artist, Mavis Staples has used her huge voice to power the Civil Rights Movement and inspire generations. The gospel and soul legend j…
Published on 8 years, 3 months ago
#592 SXSW 2017
Episode 589
Every spring, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot head to Austin, Texas for the sprawling SXSW Music Conference. This week, they report back on their favorite musical discoveries of the festival. Plus, …
Published on 8 years, 3 months ago
#591 Remembering Chuck Berry
Episode 588
Chuck Berry, one of the architects of rock 'n' roll, has died at age 90. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reflect on the life, music, and enduring legacy of the legendary guitarist and singer.
Published on 8 years, 3 months ago
#590 Desert Island Jukebox & Sunflower Bean
Episode 587
The proverbial Desert Island Jukebox is filled with songs that hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot would want with them if they were marooned on a remote isle. This week, Jim and Greg hand quarters out …
Published on 8 years, 3 months ago
#589 One and Done & Opinions on Thundercat
Episode 586
Some artists deliver a fantastic debut album, yet never make another LP again. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot select some of their favorite “one and done” bands and explore what makes these one-alb…
Published on 8 years, 3 months ago
#588 Gene Chandler & Opinions on The Feelies
Episode 585
From 1962 to 1970, Chicago soul singer Gene Chandler recorded nineteen top forty hits, but he'll forever be known as the "Duke of Earl." As a young artist, he performed across the country, including …
Published on 8 years, 4 months ago
#587 Buried Treasures & Clyde Stubblefield
Episode 584
Many great albums are released each year, but only a handful get the attention they deserve. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share some recent Buried Treasures – the best albums that flew under the …
Published on 8 years, 4 months ago
#586 The Gotobeds & Opinions on Lupe Fiasco
Episode 583
The Gotobeds are known for outrageous stage antics and a biting sense of humor. But behind that is a lyrical sophistication and tight musicianship. The Pittsburgh post-punk band joins hosts Jim DeRog…
Published on 8 years, 4 months ago