In a time when most independent concert venues have a doubtful future, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot relive their favorite moments experienced at live concerts. They also review the new EP by rapper Ric Wilson and pay tribute to percussionist, Tony Allen.

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#757 Concerts That Shaped Us & Opinions On They Call Me Disco

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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk all-things college radio and also review the latest records from Alejandro Escovedo and Vampire Weekend.

College Radio, Opinions on Vampire Weekend & Alejandro Escovedo

In this bonus episode, we share producer Andrew Gill's side project, "Rock That Doesn't Roll." Their second season launches this week, so we're sharing an episode they did last season with David Bazan of Pedro The Lion.

Rock That Doesn't Roll: Pedro The Lion

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Patrick Carney and Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, the eclectic garage-rock duo who recently released their twelfth studio album and also review new records from Shabaka and Hurray for the Riff Raff.

The Black Keys, Opinions on Shabaka & Hurray for the Riff Raff

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox from an artist was grouped in with neo-soul, but never really fit into that scene comfortably.

A Song From A Genius

Host Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot interview producer and composer JLIN and also review "Cowboy Carter" by Beyoncé.

#757 Concerts That Shaped Us & Opinions On They Call Me Disco

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