

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.
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Dec 16, 2011 • 59min
#316 Christmas Spectacular 2011
Tune in for our annual Sound Opinions Xmas Spectacular with holiday obscura collector Andy Cirzan.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 9, 2011 • 59min
#315 The Best Albums of 2011
It’s the moment all music fans wait for…the end! Without further ado: The Best Albums of 2011.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 2, 2011 • 59min
#314 Trombone Shorty & Brian Wilson Review
Horn player Trombone Shorty and his band New Orleans Avenue bring the “Supafunkrock” to the studio. Plus, the record Beach Boys fans have been waiting forty years for - Jim and Greg review "Smile Sessions."Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 25, 2011 • 59min
#313 The Rock Doctors Treat Paul Krugman & Reviews of Oasis and Kate Bush
The Rock Doctors Clinic is open for business. And this time Drs. Kot and DeRogatis have their first appointment with a Nobel Prize winner. They talk music with economist and New York Times columnist Paul Krugman. Later they review the new solo album from Oasis’ songwriter-guitarist Noel Gallagher.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 11, 2011 • 59min
#311 Wild Flag and Lou Reed & Metallica Review
Indie rock supergroup Wild Flag performs live. Plus, Jim and Greg rate the success of the unlikely collaboration between Metallica and Lou Reed.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 4, 2011 • 59min
#310 Brian Eno & Coldplay Review
Jim and Greg are joined by legendary producer, electronic music pioneer and philosopher Brian Eno. Later they review the latest album by frequent Eno collaborators, Coldplay.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 28, 2011 • 59min
#309 Halloween Special 2011 & Tom Waits Review
Tune in for Sound Opinions’ annual Halloween celebration featuring scary tunes nominated by listeners from around the country. Plus, Jim and Greg review the new release from the king of creep-rock, Tom Waits.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 21, 2011 • 59min
#308 Cut Copy & Björk Review
The Australian electronic pop band Cut Copy performs live in the studio. And later, Bjork turns science teacher. Jim and Greg review the Icelandic artist's latest, "Biophilia."Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 14, 2011 • 59min
#307 Hero Worship & Reviews of Van Hunt and Mastodon
Hero Worship – Jim and Greg play a collection of songs that name-check great artists from the history rock and roll. And later they review new albums by R&B singer Van Hunt and metal group Mastodon.Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 7, 2011 • 59min
#306 R.E.M. & Wilco Review
Jim and Greg look back at the history and legacy of R.E.M. The alternative rockers announced their breakup after three decades. Plus a review of Wilco's latest, "The Whole Love."Support The Show: https://www.patreon.com/soundopinionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.