Contrary to arguments from editorial boards and prosecutors, the R. Kelly and Jeffrey Epstein cases are "Exhibits A and B in how secrecy protects predators, not their victims," @seth-stern.bsky.social and @jimderogatis.bsky.social write in @columjournreview.bsky.social.

Read @seth-stern.bsky.social and @jimderogatis.bsky.social on Jeffrey Epstein, R. Kelly, and the secrecy playbook www.cjr.org/analysis/tra...

Can a band that sold 43 million albums still be underappreciated? Bill Janovitz thinks so, and his new biography makes the case. Read Jim’s newsletter for a fresh look at the band’s music, their lasting influence, and his firsthand memories of seeing them live as a teenager: bit.ly/3LxhJiQ

Join our hosts, Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot, for a live taping of Sound Opinions at the Goose Island Salt Shed Pub on Friday, November 7, with an interview and performance by Lili Trifilio of Beach Bunny. Free admission | Doors open 12:30p.m. Tix ➡️ bit.ly/4o53gZF

Excited and honored to be the guest on today's @soundopinions.bsky.social discussing my book SUCH GREAT HEIGHTS and 21st century indie rock with living legends @gregkot.bsky.social and @jimderogatis.bsky.social. Check it out at the link / wherever you get your pods: www.soundopinions.org/show/1034

It was a true pleasure to discuss That Gun In Your Hand with two writers I've long admired, @jimderogatis.bsky.social and @gregkot.bsky.social for @soundopinions.bsky.social Have a listen 🔽 www.soundopinions.org/show/1031 @anvilpress.bsky.social @asterismbooks.bsky.social

Our pool party with Swamp Dogg on @soundopinions.bsky.social. The documentary is great. Our conversation with the man himself was something else. You will be entertained: www.soundopinions.org/show/1026

In closing, I'd be remiss not to point out the years of excellent Lollapalooza reporting by @jimderogatis.bsky.social, who's worked tirelessly to expose the shady business machinations underlying the fest's corporate glitz. Thanks, Jim! Here's a good example from 2015: www.wbez.org/jim-derogati...

RIP to Sly Stone! We did an episode on him a few months ago on @soundopinions.bsky.social soundopinions.org/show/1006#sl...

Come see Vortis tonight at Liar's Club and celebrate with me now that the news is finally official. Onward! www.medill.northwestern.edu/news/2025/so...

Join us for a great lunch, conversation and Valerie June's "organic moonshine roots music!”

Tickets are on sale NOW for our Board of Directors' summer fundraiser, Sounds Like Chicago, on 6/11! Fab event w/ a panel hosted by @jimderogatis.bsky.social w/ @tonipreckwinkle.bsky.social, chef Mindy Segal, The Second City's @kleonard.bsky.social & more! Tix: chirpradio.org/soundslike

Hi @jimderogatis.bsky.social! Knowing your feelings about Eno, can you amplify for us? Tickets are still available for tonight's unique screening.

Sad news about Jill Sobule. A wonderful human being who wrote & sang songs filled with wit, melody & social commentary. Beyond the ground-breaking single "I Kissed a Girl," her unconventional career stretched across decades & genres. (Links to @soundopinions.bsky.social interview, obit in comments)

@soundopinions.bsky.social @jimderogatis.bsky.social @gregkot.bsky.social

Talk about cutting government spending, how the hell much are these ubiquitous Homeland Security Kristi Noem TV commercials costing taxpayers?

Is the new @questlove.bsky.social doc on Sly Stone worth seeing? We've got thoughts. Plus a review of the fab new LP from Horsegirl. It's all happening on @soundopinions.bsky.social: bit.ly/3DIdQnA

In the 11th episode of “Everything Else,” the team explores the epic @saturdaynightlive.bsky.social 50th anniversary celebration. Join the conversation and dive into this iconic milestone: bit.ly/4kvSyKu

David Johansen, the last Doll standing, is gone. We devote a show to him this week, because how could we not? Let me count the ways: bit.ly/3DStmxf

Dug 'em enough that they were one of our first guests when @soundopinions.bsky.social moved to public radio--Show 22! soundopinions.org/show/22#clap...

Amazing to get to talk to @gregkot.bsky.social and @jimderogatis.bsky.social about reaching a major "Sound Opinions" milestone this week, congrats! On @blockclubchi.bsky.social today: blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/23/s...

@jimderogatis.bsky.social Hey Jim thanks for the shout out on Sound Opinions. A little about me I am a 54 year old Special Education teacher in the city of Chicago. I have been following your show ever since you guys were on WXRT. I love your show and have learned so much. I hope to listen to more

Chatting 1,000 episodes of @soundopinions.bsky.social with @gregkot.bsky.social as we enter Year 26 of national distribution on public radio. Thanks for listening!

A round of applause for putting 2024 in the rear view. It may seem like it will be a slog, and we may feel like Stooges at times. But here's to a better 2025 for all of us!

Happy Holidays, all! 'Tis the season for layers (in the kitchen and otherwise): Strata for breakfast, lasagna for dinner (already dug in last night).

Robert Bruce “Slim” Dunlap: 1951-2024. Not enough room to pay proper tribute here, but here's a few thoughts on one of finest men and musicians I'ver known: www.facebook.com/1059560020/p...

In today's Chicago Tribune, by the great Rick Kogan. Alas, their paywall is unavoidable, and you can't even send a gift article! Stupid Trib.

Sound Opinions' Best Albums of 2024 is live! Here are my Top 10: Mary Timony, Sprints, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Amyl and the Sniffers, Redd Kross, Finom, Idles, English Teacher, Shellac, Tyler the Creator. bit.ly/49yShRT

Tonight: VORTIS heats things up at Liars Club. Brave the cold and come on out!