Sound Opinions

Sound Opinions reviews Alabama Shakes’ third album, *I Must Be Dreaming*, critiquing its laid-back psychedelic soul sound as a disappointing departure from their previous high-energy work.

In this bonus episode, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Ott discuss the 1989 hit "Back to Life" by the London band Soul 2 Soul.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot open with a tribute to Dolly Parton, analyzing her songwriting depth and feminist legacy.

In this bonus episode of Sound Opinions, hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis discuss the Modettes, an all-female post-punk band from the UK.

Hosts review Steve Lacy’s third album, 0, praising its psychedelic indie-rock sound and candid lyrics.

This Sound Opinions bonus episode honors the late electronic music pioneer William Orbit, who died at age 69.

Greg and Jim review Phoebe Bridgers’ ambitious third album *Punisher*, analyzing its sonic experimentation and themes of grief and romance.

Hosts Greg and Jim tribute Jennifer Finch, the late bassist for L7, who died in July after a battle with brain cancer.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the history and global resurgence of shoegaze, tracing its roots from 1990s pioneers like My Bloody Valentine, Slowdive, and Ride.

This Sound Opinions bonus episode honors Jeff Connolly, the late frontman of the Boston garage rock band Liars, who died at age 69.

Hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis celebrate Buddy Guy’s 90th birthday by revisiting their 2007 interview.

In this bonus episode, hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis discuss Jim’s discovery of "Davy Crockett" by The Headcoaties, an all-female garage band led by Billy Childish.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot first pay tribute to the late Glen Hansard, reflecting on his career and Oscar-winning work.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the history of "Until You Come Back to Me," a song co-written by a 15-year-old Stevie Wonder.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot review Olivia Rodrigo’s synth-pop album, Jack White’s raw rock record, and Margo Price’s protest mixtape.

Host Jim DeRogatis presents a 2008 interview with Glenn Hansard and Marquetta Erglova to honor Hansard following his death.

Hosts Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis honor the late Steve Almas, a pioneer of the Minneapolis punk scene and alternative country genre.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview author E.