Sound Opinions

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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.

1d ago

Phoebe Bridgers Plus Opinions on Westside Cowboy

In 2026, Phoebe Bridgers is one of the biggest artists in the world. This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their 2018 interview and live performance with Phoebe, which includes never-before-aired content. They discuss her debut album, songwriting prowess and impact on music. They’ll also review the debut album from Westside Cowboy. 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/4frcVZo Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: Phoebe Bridgers, "Lost Boys," Lost Weekend, Dead Oceans, 2026 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Westside Cowboy, "Kick Stones (The Boys)," It Goes On, Island, 2026 Westside Cowboy, "Pin Up Boys," It Goes On, Island, 2026 Westside Cowboy, "Coyote," It Goes On, Island, 2026 Westside Cowboy, "Paperchains," It Goes On, Island, 2026 Westside Cowboy, "Worried Age," It Goes On, Island, 2026 Phoebe Bridgers, "Scott Street (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Funeral," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Chelsea," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Steamroller," Killer, Pax Americana, 2015 Phoebe Bridgers, "Killer (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Demi Moore," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Killer," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Smoke Signals (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Angelo Badalamenti, "Twin Peaks Theme (Instrumental)," Soundtrack from Twin Peaks, Warner Bros., 1990 Neil Young, "The Needle and the Damage Done," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Radiohead, "Fake Plastic Trees," The Bends, EMI, 1995 Phoebe Bridgers, "You Missed My Heart," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 Phoebe Bridgers, "Motion Sickness (Live on Sound Opinions)," Stranger in the Alps, Dead Oceans, 2017 The Beatles, "A Day in the Life," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
3d ago · Bonus

A Tribute and an Apology to Vic Chesnutt

In this bonus episode, Jim remembers Vic Chesnutt’s music and an encounter he’s been thinking about ever since. Content advisory: This episode includes discussion of self-harm. 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/4frcVZo Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 18

"Soul Man" and "Hold On, I'm Comin'" Songwriter David Porter, Plus Opinions on Alabama Shakes

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview legendary soul songwriter David Porter, about his memoir, Soul Man. He recounts his pivotal role in turning Stax Records in Memphis into one of the greatest record labels in American history. The hosts also review the new album from Alabama Shakes. 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/4frcVZo Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: Sam & Dave, "I Thank You," I Thank You, Atlantic, 1968 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Alabama Shakes, "Another Life," I Must Be Dreaming, Island, 2026 Alabama Shakes, "Waist Deep," I Must Be Dreaming, Island, 2026 Alabama Shakes, "Tea Time," I Must Be Dreaming, Island, 2026 Alabama Shakes, "Garden," I Must Be Dreaming, Island, 2026 Sam & Dave, "Soul Man," Soul Men, Stax, 1967 Johnnie Taylor, "I Had A Dream," Wanted: One Soul Singer, Stax, 1967 Clyde McPhatter, "A Lover's Question," (Single), Atlantic, 1958 Bing Crosby, "The Old Grey Mare," On The Sentimental Side, Collectors' Choice Music, 2010 Rufus Thomas, "Cause I Love You," Walking The Dog, Stax, 1963 Sam & Dave, "A Place Nobody Can Find," (Single), Stax, 1965 Sam & Dave, "You Don't Know Like I Know," (Single), Stax, 1966 The Soul Children, "Give 'Em Love," Soul Children, Stax, 1969 Albert King, "Personal Manager," Born Under A Bad Sign, Stax, 1967 Phoebe Bridgers, "Lost Boys," Lost Weekend, Dead Oceans, 2026 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 16 · Bonus

Grocery Store Muzak Reminds Greg of a Great 1989 R&B Hit

In this bonus episode, Greg touts the merits of a British, late '80s hit he was reminded of when he heard the muzak version of it in the grocery store. 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/4frcVZo Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 11

Buried Treasures, RIP Dolly Parton

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share a fresh batch of songs that deserve more attention- what they call "buried treasures." They also pay tribute to Dolly Parton. 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/4frcVZo Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: Portraits of Tracy, "Caught In A Jam," Q: From Where Do Our Primal Instincts Originate? A: MTV!, self-released, 2026 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Dolly Parton, "Jolene," Jolene, RCA Victor, 1974 Dolly Parton, "9 to 5," 9 to 5 and Odd Jobs, RCA Victor, 1980 Dolly Parton, "Down from Dover," The Fairest of Them All, RCA Victor, 1970 Dolly Parton, "Cash on the Barrelhead," The Grass Is Blue, Sugar Hill and Blue Eye, 1999 Debbie Reynolds and Carleton Carpenter, "Aba Daba Honeymoon," Aba Daba Honeymoon (Single), MGM, 1950 Ado, "Vivarium," Vivarium (Single), Capitol, 2026 Prisoner, "La femme qui s'était faite toute seule," Prisoner, Wicked Cool, 2026 Hemlocke Springs, "Head, Shoulders, Knees and Ankles," The Apple Tree Under The Sea, Good Luck Have Fun, 2025 Nia Archives, "Danger," Emotional Junglist, Hijinxx, 2026 Kelly Hogan, "The Song of the Great Licking," Congressman Davy: A Musical, Plenty Tuff, 2026 St. Divine, "Spit," The Devil You Know, Reel to Reel, 2026 Park Hills Circle, "The Way Up," All of a Sudden, Pravda, 2026 Absolute Grey, "More Walnuts," live at CBGB's 1985, Real Gone , 2026 The Odyssey Cult, "The Yeti's Eyes," Vol. 3, Silver Current, 2026 The Jaws of Brooklyn, "Lie to Me," Unstoppable, Weekend Furlough, 2026 David Porter, "Soul Man," The Classics, Made in Memphis, 2019 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 9 · Bonus

A Playful Post-Punk Romp

In this bonus episode, Jim spotlights what he claims is the second-best track ever to feature handclaps. 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/4frcVZo Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 4

Melissa Auf der Maur (Hole, The Smashing Pumpkins) & Opinions on Steve Lacy

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with musician and author Melissa Auf der Maur. In 1994, Melissa was suddenly thrust into the spotlight when she joined Hole as a bassist for the “Live Through This” world tour. They talk about Melissa’s memoir, Even the Good Girls Will Cry, and about Courtney Love, Billy Corgan and the power of music. Jim and Greg also review the new album from Steve Lacy. 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/4frcVZo Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs: Melissa Auf der Maur, "Followed the Waves," Auf der Maur, Capitol, 2004 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Steve Lacy, "is it cool? (feat. SZA)," Oh yeah?, RCA, 2026 Steve Lacy, "oh yeah?," Oh yeah?, RCA, 2026 Steve Lacy, "pure colour (feat. Erykah Badu)," Oh yeah?, RCA, 2026 Hole, "Reasons to Be Beautiful," Celebrity Skin, Geffen and DGC, 1998 Hole, "Miss World," Live Through This, DGC, 1994 Hole, "I Think That I Would Die," Live Through This, DGC, 1994 Hole, "Violet," Live Through This, DGC, 1994 Hole, "Celebrity Skin," Celebrity Skin, Geffen and DGC, 1998 Hole, "Malibu," Celebrity Skin, Geffen and DGC, 1998 Hole, "Awful," Celebrity Skin, Geffen and DGC, 1998 Hole, "Doll Parts," Live Through This, DGC, 1994 Portraits of Tracy, "Caught In A Jam," Q: From Where Do Our Primal Instincts Originate? A: MTV!, self-released, 2026 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sep 2 · Bonus

RIP William Orbit, the Producer Behind Ray of Light

In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to producer William Orbit and his work on Ray of Light, which Greg considers Madonna’s greatest album. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.patreon.com/collection/2136865 Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops 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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Greg Kot

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Jim DeRogatis

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David Porter

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Melissa Auf der Maur

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Erin Osmon

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Yi-Ling Liu

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1,972 Ratings

Where is the kneecap review?

May 10

frederick7

It was advertised on NPR but is not available here
Sound Interviews, Unsound Opinions

Jun 29

binibob

The interviews are good but the new music reviews drag the whole program down. If they don’t like something they’re just going to dump on it and provide little in the way of actual informative music criticism. A good review should inform the audience about the music, just telling us how much you hate something is not enough. It’s okay to not like everything but they’re so negative when they don’t like something I can’t listen anymore. I was genuinely surprised to learn how long they’ve been on the air because their takes are about as informed as my grumpy old next door neighbor’s would be.
The Nirvana talk needs to chill

05/12/2024

NickNightLive

Nirvana’s legacy is massive, we get it! Any opportunity these guys have, they’ll shoehorn something about Kurt/Nirvana into it. Steve Albini passes? Let’s not delve into some of his best produced albums, let’s talk about In Utero for 15 minutes and their interactions with Kurt at the time. The Melvins visit? Let’s not talk about their influence on several genres or the fact that they’re still finding ways to be one of the weirdest, coolest bands going, let’s talk about Kurt and Courtney. The hosts are great but they really let an alright band with an outsized legacy dictate some of these conversations.
Too short. Go deeper

Apr 13

Rivermantengo

Why do a podcast, a platform that allows long from discussions, when you only barley scratch the surface?

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.