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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.

  1. 4h ago

    Summer Review Roundup: Jack White, Olivia Rodrigo, Margo Price, Robyn Hitchcock & Swamp Dogg

    This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig into a record review roundup full of summertime releases. The hosts discuss new albums from Olivia Rodrigo, Jack White, Margo Price, Robyn Hitchcock, and Swamp Dogg. 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: Robyn Hitchcock, "Yesterday's Rain," The Confuser, TINY GHOST, 2026 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Olivia Rodrigo, "Drop Dead," You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, Geffen, 2026 Olivia Rodrigo, "Purple," You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, Geffen, 2026 Olivia Rodrigo, "What's Wrong with Me," You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, Geffen, 2026 Jack White, "G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026 Jack White, "Neighbors Blues," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026 Jack White, "Derecho Demonico," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026 Jack White, "Dollar Bill," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026 Margo Price, "San Marcos," Days of Unrest, Loma Vista, 2026 Margo Price, "Oval Room," Days of Unrest, Loma Vista, 2026 Margo Price, "Long Haired Country Girl (featuring Billy Swan)," Days of Unrest, Loma Vista, 2026 Margo Price, "Deportee (Plane Wreck at Los Gatos) (featuring Joan Baez & Memphis Mariachi)," Days of Unrest, Loma Vista, 2026 Robyn Hitchcock, "I Am This Thing," The Confuser, Tiny Ghost, 2026 Robyn Hitchcock, "Building From The Ruins," The Confuser, Tiny Ghost, 2026 Robyn Hitchcock, "My Dead Astronaut," The Confuser, Tiny Ghost, 2026 Robyn Hitchcock, "Breathless," The Confuser, Tiny Ghost, 2026 Swamp Dogg, "Waka Waka Waka (feat. Gary U.S. Bonds)," Swamp Dogg Contemplates the Afterlife, S-Curve, 2026 Swamp Dogg, "Searching For Heaven," Swamp Dogg Contemplates the Afterlife, S-Curve, 2026 Swamp Dogg, "Please Don't Bury Me," Swamp Dogg Contemplates the Afterlife, S-Curve, 2026 The Feelies, "Slipping (Into Something)," The Good Earth, Rough Trade, 1986 The Feelies, "Slipping (Into Something) (Live at 40 Watt Club, Athen, GA)," The Good Earth, Rough Trade, 1986 Texas Tornados, "(Hey Baby) Que Pasó," Texas Tornados, Reprise, 1990 Neil Young, "Old Man," Harvest, Reprise, 1972 Tom Petty, "I Won't Back Down," Full Moon Fever, MCA, 1989 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  2. 11h ago ·  Bonus

    RIP Glen Hansard

    In 2008 Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová performed their soon-to-be Oscar winning song "Falling Slowly" on Sound Opinions. As an act of mourning Glen Hansard's tragic death on July 29, we're sharing that interview and performance with The Swell Season here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  3. 2d ago ·  Bonus

    RIP Steve Almaas of Beat Rodeo

    In this bonus episode, Jim pays tribute to country-rock hero Steve Almaas, whom he first encountered during his Hoboken, New Jersey days. Almaas, a member of the Suicide Commandos and Beat Rodeo, died on June 5, 2026, at the age of 69. 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.

  4. Jul 24

    Chinese Hip Hop

    This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Yi-Ling Liu about Chinese hip hop and how the music breaks through the infamous "fire wall" to connect to listeners. They’ll highlight some key artists and tracks, as well as put the music into the larger context. 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: Kafe.Hu, "Be Free," Kafreeman, Modern Sky, 2017 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 Higher Brothers and Famous Dex, "Made In China (Prod. Richie Souf)," Black Cab, 88rising, 2017 Skai Isyourgod, "Stacks from All Sides," Stacks from All Sides, Showstart Release, 2024 In3, "Beijing Evening News," Unknown Artist, In3 Family, 2008 Bohan Phoenix, "3 DAYS IN CHENGDU," JALA, loveloveNYC, 2017 VAVA, "My New Swag (feat. Ty. & Nina Wang)," Crazy Rich Asians (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), Warner Bros., 2017 Bohan Phoenix, "NO HOOK (feat. Higher Brothers)," JALA, loveloveNYC, 2017 Kafe.Hu, "Fire," Kafreeman, Modern Sky, 2017 Jack White, "G.O.D. And The Broken Ribs," Frozen Charlotte, Third Man, 2026 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  5. Jul 22 ·  Bonus

    RIP James Blood Ulmer

    In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to jazz guitar innovator and Ornette Coleman disciple James Blood Ulmer, who died on June 3, 2026, at the age of 86. 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.

  6. Jul 17

    The Feelies' "The Good Earth"

    The Feelies were never a household name, but their jangly guitars and propulsive rhythms helped shape generations of indie rock. In the second installment of a two-part Classic Album Dissection, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take a deep dive into the band’s second album, The Good Earth. 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: The Feelies, "The Good Earth," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Feelies, "Raised Eyebrows," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Slow Down," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986 The Feelies, "Outdoor Miner (Live on Sound Opinions)," NA, unreleased, 2008 The Feelies, "Paint It Black (Live on Sound Opinions)," NA, unreleased, 2008 The Feelies, "Slipping (Into Something)," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986 The Feelies, "Fame (Live in Something Wild)," NA, unreleased, 1986 The Feelies, "The High Road (Live on Sound Opinions)," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986 The Feelies, "When Company Comes," The Good Earth, Coyote, 1986 The Feelies and Yo La Tengo, "Sister Ray (Live)," NA, unreleased, 2023 In3, "Beijing Evening News," Unknown Artists, self-released, 2008 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  7. Jul 15 ·  Bonus

    Lucy Dacus Goes Symphonic

    Lucy Dacus joins co-senior producer Alex Claiborne to discuss her July 19 special performance with the Chicago Philharmonic at Millennium Park. They talk about reimagining songs from "Forever Is a Feeling" with orchestral arrangements, her deep ties to the Chicago area, pushing herself creatively, and the future of Boygenius. Lucy Dacus Millennium Park Tickets: https://www.axs.com/events/1389763/lucy-dacus-with-the-chicago-philharmonic-at-millennium-park-tickets?__cf_chl_f_tk=JzCNj_NnwbA0Wg5IQGVWPEzXO6OrPMIQkojv.5Xz7OQ-1784055265-1.0.1.1-.7S2acFCaI.ppg6crnaLmsgzYZ6EUXQsAFc0LEcC78Q 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.

  8. Jul 10

    The Feelies' "Crazy Rhythms"

    The Feelies were never a household name, but their jangly guitars and propulsive rhythms helped shape generations of indie rock. In this first installment of a two-part Classic Album Dissection, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot take a deep dive into the band’s influential debut album, Crazy Rhythms. 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: The Feelies, "The Boy with the Perpetual Nervousness," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Beatles, "With a Little Help from My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967 The Feelies, "Moscow Nights," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Loveless Love," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Forces at Work," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Crazy Rhythms (Live on Sound Opinions)," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Raised Eyebrows," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Crazy Rhythms," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Original Love," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Fa ce-La," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 The Feelies, "Everybody's Got Something to Hide (Except Me and My Monkey)," Crazy Rhythms, Stiff, 1980 Stereolab, "Jenny Ondioline," Jenny Ondioline, Elektra, 1993 Go-Betweens, "Was There Anything I Could Do?," 16 Lovers Lane, Mushroom, 1988 The Feelies, "On the Roof," The Good Earth, Coyote/Twin/Tone, 1986 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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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.

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