Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo (Audio)

In the Leadoff, we discuss the David Price deal and the MLB hot stove transaction season. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss our favorite album covers and album cover artists, including Mudhoney, Van Halen and The Outfield. Watch a full video version of this episode at RockChoo.com to see all of the album artwork as it's being described! In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Doug Sahm, a Tropicalia psychedelic compilation and Mark McGuire.

In the Leadoff, we discuss Yasiel Puig, the fevered pitch of Guns N' Roses reunion chatter and the Tool/Primus tour. In the Heart of the Order, we welcome special guest and lifelong Cubs fan Edward David Anderson, who just released his new album Lower Alabama: The Loxley Sessions. We also discuss the beginning of MLB's hot stove free agency season and what could be in store for the White Sox, Royals and Cubs. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Kongos, Bonnie Prince Billy and a Seattle funk and soul compilation.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the Royals World Series Championship. Jonathan describes the city's reaction and attending the rally. Gabe and Jonathan discuss recent concerts they attended. Levi starts surmising some Cubs off-season moves. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss music and albums that we associate with the Fall and Winter, including Nick Drake, the Rolling Stones and The War on Drugs. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Tubeway Army, Al DiMeola/John McLaughlin/Paco de Lucia, and The Clientele.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the MLB playoffs, including the runs made by Levi's Cubs and Jonathan's Royals. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss Southern Rock and its evolution over the last 45 years. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from The Blasters, John Hammond and Marty Stuart.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the month of baseball and music releases. Gabe talks about attending Riot Fest. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss baseball media personalities - from Harold Reynolds to Vin Scully. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Bill Fay, Two Gallants and Andrés Segovia.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the MLB playoff races, Levi attending NedFest and Gabe looking forward to Riot Fest. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss solo projects in rock - everything from George Harrison to Jenny Lewis. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Steve Gunn, Neil Diamond and Royal Headache.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the collapse of the ceiling at First Avenue in Minneapolis and our own somewhat harrowing experiences at concerts. In the Heart of the Order, we welcome special guest Susie Ochs from Macworld as we discuss rivalries in sports and music, choosing sides and rooting within reason. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Galactic, Fu Manchu, The Sword and Vessels.

In the Leadoff, we discuss The Dead shows in Chicago and the impact of the MLB trade deadline moves. In the Heart of the Order, we look fondly upon our neighbors to the north, as we discuss the rich history of Canadian baseball and music. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Apostle of Hustle, Steve Goodman and Ambrosia.

In the Leadoff, we discuss recent concerts we attended by My Morning Jacket, Belle & Sebastian and Courtney Barnett. We also discuss MLB and potential White Sox moves. In the Heart of the Order, we anticpiate the Grateful Dead's July 4th weekend shows at Soldier Field in Chicago, discussing the myriad eras of the band and what made them so important to American music. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from the Claremont 56 label, Wilson Pickett and Patrick Watson.

It's great to be back! We start by discussing the FBI's investigation into the St. Louis Cardinals hacking of the Houston Astros. Could this be the scandal that brings the franchise down a peg? We then discuss Kansas City's unabashed All Star Game ballot stuffing and Dave Grohl's impressive return to the stage with a broken leg. In the Bullpen Session, we recommend albums from the Rolling Stones, Courtney Barnett and The Weather Station.