More Episodes
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Episode 147: Songs of the Day: Coco Hames, Wolf Parade
Two songs today, both recommended by listener Jimmy Lonetti. First is a cover of a Bash & Pop tune by Coco Hames. Then we close out with a little Wolf Parade. Happy summer!
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Episode 146: Song of the Day: Chicago
Band geeks rejoice! Today’s song is by Chicago, following a call to the Suburban Party Line from Amy Hesterman. (All week, we’re doing mini-episodes because summer vacation.)
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Episode 145: Song of the Day: John Mayer
Song of the Day Week continues. We’re doing a series of mini-episodes for summer vacation. Today’s selection comes from Kevin Bartlett. It’s a John Mayer song that reminds him of the Grateful Dead.
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Episode 144: Song of the Day: Poison Idea
It’s summer vacation time. Jim & Patrick need a break. So this week we present a series of super-short episodes, most responding to listener calls. Today: Trip from Oregon recommends a Go-Go’s cover by Poison Idea. (And Patrick actually has this 45 in his basement!)
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Episode 143: Elvis Costello Retrospective
To close Elvis Costello Week, we review this important musician’s iconoclastic career. Our friend Mike Snider joins in the conversation.
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Episode 142: Elvis Costello: ‘Get Happy!!’
For his fourth album, 1980’s “Get Happy!!,” Elvis Costello went all-out soul. It makes us happy (including guest Mike Snider).
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Episode 141: Elvis Costello: ‘Armed Forces’
Elvis Costello’s third album, 1979’s “Armed Forces,” as examined on Rockin’ the Suburbs. Live from Mike Snider’s house.
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Episode 140: Elvis Costello: ‘This Year’s Model’
Elvis Costello Week continues. Today, we explore his most excellent second album, 1978’s “This Year’s Model.” Our friend Mike Snider joins in the conversation.
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Episode 139: Elvis Costello: ‘My Aim is True’
Elvis Costello’s stellar debut album, “My Aim is True,” was released 40 years ago this month. We take the opportunity to launch Elvis Costello Week on Rockin’ the Suburbs. With guest star Mike Snider.
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Episode 138: Echo Park Jimmy Returns!
Echo Park Jimmy calls the Suburban Party Line again. And that means we must listen to his messages. We must.