Greg Kot
Stories by Greg Kot
The New Analog and the Latest from Neil Young
Jim and Greg explore the value of analog listening in an increasingly digital world. They’ll also review new albums from Neil Young and the mysterious Sault.
Talking Heads Drummer Chris Frantz
This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot chat with Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club drummer Chris Frantz about his new book, Remain In Love.
The Story of Chicago Soul
From the late 1950s through the 1970s, the Chicago Soul musical movement was thriving and inspiring listeners with its diverse sounds. From Curtis Mayfield to Minnie Riperton, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot discuss the signature artists of the era, and how the music tells the story of political and cultural change in Chicago. Plus, they explore its lasting impact.
Songs About Help and the Rock Doctors
In these confusing and anxious times, we could all use the occasional helping hand. This week, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share their favorite songs about helping. Then they help a listener find new music to soothe her grandmother.
Buried Treasures and Caroline Rose on Dave Brubeck
It’s time for another edition of Buried Treasures, where Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis share some under-the-radar new music you need to hear. Plus Caroline Rose explains how Dave Brubeck inspired her to pursue music.
Bill Withers Live at Carnegie Hall and Phoebe Bridgers Review
Bill Withers is beloved for writing classics like Lean On Me, but Greg Kot has long contended that Withers’ best album is Live at Carnegie Hall. This week hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot honor Withers’ life by doing a classic album dissection on that record and review the latest album from Phoebe Bridgers.
Instant Commentary Songs
Sometimes current events inspire urgent art. This week Jim and Greg share their favorite instant commentary tracks, songs that were published in a hurry in hopes of effecting change.