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#525 The Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular 2015
Episode 522
Get out those sleigh bells…it's time for the 2015 Sound Opinions Holiday Spectacular. As always, Jim and Greg are joined by Christmas record collector Andy Cirzan who will share a mix of yuletide tun…
Published on 9 years, 6 months ago
#524 The Best Albums of 2015
Episode 521
With end of the year approaching, it's time to celebrate all the great music we've had the pleasure to hear. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their Best Albums of 2015 and hear nominations from…
Published on 9 years, 6 months ago
#523 Sam Phillips & Sun Studios and Opinions on Adele
Episode 520
From his studio in Memphis, Sun Records founder Sam Phillips was the first to record Elvis Presley, Howlin’ Wolf, Jerry Lee Lewis, and more. Music writer Peter Guralnick joins host Jim DeRogatis and…
Published on 9 years, 7 months ago
#522 History of the Moog & Opinions on Kurt Cobain
Episode 519
The Moog synthesizer is every bit as important to rock history as the Fender Telecaster and the Gibson Les Paul. As the analog synth revival continues in pop music,Jim and Greg examine the history a…
Published on 9 years, 7 months ago
#521 The 2015 Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot
Episode 518
Sometimes we look forward to an artist's new release with great expectations, only to be crushed by the result. In honor of Thanksgiving, we present the annual Sound Opinions Turkey Shoot, where Jim …
Published on 9 years, 7 months ago
#520 Remembering Allen Toussaint & Opinions on The Chills
Episode 517
Sound Opinions pays tribute to New Orleans pianist, producer and songwriter Allen Toussaint who died on November 10, 2015. The music legend chatted with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot in the studio…
Published on 9 years, 7 months ago
#519 Low Cut Connie & Opinions on Billy Gibbons
Episode 516
Inspired by the artists of the 1950s, Low Cut Connie has dedicated itself to bringing the upright piano back to rock ‘n’ roll. The band (a favorite of President Obama) joins Jim and Greg for a conver…
Published on 9 years, 8 months ago
#518 Grand Slams in Music & Opinions on Protomartyr
Episode 515
As baseball fans turn their attention to the World Series, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are eager to step up to the plate. They share their favorite examples of musical Grand Slams: four knockout…
Published on 9 years, 8 months ago
#517 Songs About the Devil & Opinions on Joanna Newsom
Episode 514
With the spooky season creeping in, Jim and Greg are beginning to feel a little diabolical. In honor of Halloween, they share their favorite Songs About the Devil. Then, a more angelic sound from sin…
Published on 9 years, 8 months ago
#516 Twin Peaks & Opinions on The Dead Weather
Episode 513
Chicago garage-rock band Twin Peaks formed when its members were still in high school. Now the group is playing big festivals and is poised for stardom. They join hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for…
Published on 9 years, 8 months ago