Sound Opinions
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.
Series Episodes
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/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/4frcVZoMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend 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.
11 mins
23 September Finished
"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.
50 mins
18 September Finished
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.
7 mins
16 September Finished
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", and they also pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
48 mins
11 September Finished
A Playful Post-Punk Romp
In this bonus episode, Jim spotlights what he claims is the second-best track ever to feature handclaps.
5 mins
9 September Finished
