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Sound Opinions
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.
Episodes
Drive-By Truckers' "Southern Rock Opera" 25th Anniversary
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot revisit their classic album dissection of Drive-By Truckers’ “Southern Rock Opera” for its 25th anniversary.
Jul 3, 2026
A Listener's Chip Taylor Deep Cut
In this bonus episode, Jim follows up his Chip Taylor tribute by responding to a listener who pointed out one of the country legend's incredible collaborations.
Jul 1, 2026
Summertime Buried Treasures
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot return with another round of Buried Treasures, sharing their latest underground music discoveries alongside picks from the production team.
Jun 26, 2026
RIP Sonny Rollins
In this bonus DIJ, Greg pays tribute to jazz giant Sonny Rollins, who died on May 25, 2026, at the age of 95.
Jun 24, 2026
The "Best" Albums of 2026...So Far
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their personal best albums of 2026 so far.
Jun 19, 2026
A Chicago Blues Throwback
In this bonus episode, Jim spotlights a beloved blues and soul singer whose name has been in the Sound Opinions conversation since the show's earliest days—going all the way back to episode five.
Jun 17, 2026
LGBTQ Music 1969-2000 with Barry Walters
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with music journalist and author Barry Walters about his new book Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music 1969-2000.
Jun 12, 2026
RIP Record Producer Jack Douglas
In this bonus episode, Greg pays tribute to American record producer Jack Douglas who died on May 11, 2026, at the age of 77.
Jun 10, 2026
Sound Opinions LIVE (Courtney Barnett, Mudhoney and More) Plus Opinions on JPEGMAFIA
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are digging into the Sound Opinions archives to share some rare tracks recorded in live sessions for past episodes.
Jun 5, 2026
A Cult Artist with Seductive Charm
In this bonus trip to the Desert Island Jukebox, Jim highlights a singer who spent years in the orbit of some of post-punk's most celebrated and notorious figures before stepping into the spotlight herself.
Jun 3, 2026
Gary Stewart: The Five Essential Songs, Plus Opinions on Jill Scott, Mandy, Indiana and Aldous Harding
Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share the "five essential songs" from country artist Gary Stewart and review some new music from Jill Scott, Mandy, Indiana and Aldous Harding.
May 29, 2026
Disengaging With Milwaukee’s Psychedelic Underground
In this bonus Desert Island Jukebox episode, Greg shares a cult favorite from Milwaukee's psychedelic scene.
May 27, 2026
Willie Nelson: The Five Essential Albums & Opinions on Kacey Musgraves
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot dig into Willie Nelson’s vast catalog of 150+ albums. Along with author Geoffrey Himes, they highlight the “five essential” albums people should hear.
May 22, 2026
RIP Chip Taylor
In this bonus Desert Island Jukebox, Jim pays tribute to legendary American songwriter Chip Taylor who died on March 23, 2026, at the age of 86.
May 20, 2026
The Violent Femmes' Debut Album
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are joined by author Nic Brown for a classic album dissection of the debut from The Violent Femmes.
May 15, 2026
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