2368: Perfect Pop: Dan Auerbach 'Waiting On A Song'
Patrick was perusing the Perfect Pop Pantheon recently and was surprised to find that Dan Auerbach’s “Waiting On A Song” was not included. He moved to rectify that (and discovered it was also Dan Auerbach’s birthday. Happy Birthday Dan!). Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. ...
9m May 14
9m
2367: Three Stevie Wonder Covers in Honor of His 76th Birthday
Stevie Wonder was born on May 13, 1950 in Saginaw, Michigan. Patrick selects three cover versions – from Beck, Bogert & Appice, Freddie Hubbard and the Red Hot Chili Peppers – to celebrate. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review t...
16m May 13
16m
2366: The Ry Cooder Experience: Part Seven, Late Career Solo Albums and Collaborations
Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to tell the story of Ry Cooder, one of the most influential and incredible musical minds of the past 50 years. It’s the final episode of the series and Kurt and Patrick cover Ry’s striking late-period work, collaborations and his venture into short stories. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google...
40m May 12
40m
2365: The Ry Cooder Experience: Part Six: Buena Vista Social Club
Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to tell the story of Ry Cooder, one of the most influential and incredible musical minds of the past 50 years. In this episode, Kurt tells the story of the Buena Vista Social Club, an album that was the end result of a trip to Cuba to record an entirely different project. It ended up becoming a worldwide phenomenon, funding the rest of Ry’s career. Rockin' the Subu...
25m May 11
25m
2364: The Ry Cooder Experience: Part Five: Collaborations
Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to tell the story of Ry Cooder, one of the most influential and incredible musical minds of the past 50 years. In part five, Ry’s remarkable history of collaborations is in the spotlight. Visit our website at SuburbsPod.com Email Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.com Follow us on the Threads, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspod If you're glad or sad or high, call t...
32m May 08
32m
2363: The Ry Cooder Experience: Part Four, Soundtracks
Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to tell the story of Ry Cooder, one of the most influential and incredible musical minds of the past 50 years. Part four examines Ry’s work in the 1980s, when scoring films and creating soundtracks were his main musical focus. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stit...
42m May 07
42m
2362: The Ry Cooder Experience: Part Three, Solo Albums in the 1970s
Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to tell the story of Ry Cooder, one of the most influential and incredible musical minds of the past 50 years. Part three explores the solo material Ry released in the 1970s and the artistic freedom (and support) he was given by Warner Bros and Reprise Records. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Go...
46m May 06
46m
2361: The Ry Cooder Experience: Part Two, Session Man
Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to tell the story of Ry Cooder, one of the most influential and incredible musical minds of the past 50 years. In the second installment, Ry branches out into session work and dabbles briefly with higher education before deciding his career path – musician – has already been laid out for him. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, ...
26m May 05
26m
2360: The Ry Cooder Experience: Part One, The Early Years
Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to tell the story of Ry Cooder, one of the most influential and incredible musical minds of the past 50 years. In part one, Ry suffers a tragic accident that changes the course of his life, but ends up playing with Bill Monroe, founding a band that might have been bigger than the Byrds and playing with Captain Beefheart. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes...
34m May 04
34m
2359: March 2026 New Music 10: Carla J Easton, Joe Pernice, Tinawiren
The March 2026 New Music Train makes the final journey, heading back to the depot for refueling, an oil change and a new set of spark plugs. Patrick is on board and he’ll discuss some new music picks from Joe Pernice and Tinawiren, as well as relaying a message from Roger Grace regarding Carla J Easton. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoo...
14m May 01
14m
2358: March 2026 New Music 9: Close Enemies, Daniel Romano, Fangus
The March 2026 New Music Train is down to its final journeys and today, new music stalwart Sunny Varney climbs on board in Illinois. Three excellent picks are in store, with new songs from Close Enemies, Daniel Romano and Fangus. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen...
9m Apr 30
9m
2357: March 2026 New Music 8: King Tuff, Raye, Alexis Taylor
Jason Goebel from NYC pilots the March 2026 New Music Train in today’s episode and for a change of pace, runs it on the track usually reserved for the Sixth Avenue Express. That gives him a perfect opportunity to discuss (and crank up) new music from King Tuff, Raye and Alexis Taylor. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google ...
11m Apr 29
11m
2356: March 2026 New Music 7: Dion Lunadon, Neurosis
The March 2026 New Music Train’s springtime journey continues today, with a trip to Ireland to pick up Liam McIndoe. As always, Liam has some great, thoughtfully considered new music selections to share. This month, songs from Dion Lunadon and Neurosis, which sound great blasting from the stereo. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spot...
10m Apr 28
10m
2355: March 2026 New Music 6: Alexis Taylor, Memorials
The March 2026 New Music Train is traveling through the Carolinas today, with Harris King in control. He talks about new work from Alexis Taylor and the Memorials and shares a very cool cover of the Rolling Stones’ “Wild Horses.” Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen...
10m Apr 27
10m
2354: March 2026 New Music 5: Cut Worms, Uni Boys, Dead Finks
Bob Peterson is at the controls of the March 2026 New Music Train today, cruising around Wisconsin and enjoying the springtime. He’s got three bands and their March releases on the stereo: Cut Worms, Uni Boys and Dead Finks. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at S...
10m Apr 24
10m
2353: March 2026 New Music 4: Static, Bottle Rockets, Carla J Easton
The March 2026 New Music Train is being piloted by Roger Grace in this episode, cruising around Scotland and nearby environs. He’s got new music from Static, Bottle Rockets and Carla J Easton blasting from the stereo system. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at S...
14m Apr 23
14m
2352: March 2026 New Music 3: Requin Chagrin, Courtney Barnett, Neurosis
It’s a potent pair of music connoisseurs onboard the March 2026 New Music Train in this episode: Niklas Nygards and Vasant Ramamurthy. Niklas serves up a song from Requin Chagrin (along with a French lesson), while Vasant selects tunes from Courtney Barnett and Neurosis. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amaz...
13m Apr 22
13m
2351: March 2026 New Music 2: The Afghan Whigs, Playgrounded, Gladie, Girl Scout
The March 2026 New Music Train is back on the tracks after a brief break, bringing you all the new music you care to listen to. The listeners take over today, with new music OG Steven Routledge and Kevin Porter are in control of the sound system. You will hear new tunes from The Afghan Whigs, Playgrounded, Gladie and Girl Scout. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast pla...
13m Apr 21
13m
2350: March New Music - Margaritas Podridas, Weird Nightmare, Slippers, Daisy Circuit
Jim starts up the New Music Train with songs released in March by Margaritas Podridas, Weird Nightmare, Slippers and Daisy Circuit. Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, like audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) . Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share ...
12m Apr 20
12m
2349: Second Album Syndrome: Son Volt’s Straightaways with Noah Crane
Noah Crane waxes lyrical about Son Volt’s sophomore LP (where no slump is to be found) and how the band helped heal his scars from Jay and Jeff’s breakup. Many thanks, Noah! Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple...
11m Apr 17
11m
2348: The Laughing Hyenas… Live!
Mark Neese checks in with his thoughts on a new live album by the Ann Arbor, Michigan band Laughing Hyenas, while Patrick shares a 1989 live review he wrote on the group. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Po...
12m Apr 16
12m
2347: Thin Lizzy With Jo Fleischer: Part Three
Jo Fleischer joins Patrick (on the anniversary of the release of Thin Lizzy’s 1979 album Black Rose: A Rock Legend) to discuss his love of the band. In the final part of the series, Jo discusses events after Thin Lizzy broke up and tells stories of meeting two of the key people in the band’s story. Many thanks, Jo! Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, includ...
25m Apr 15
25m
2346: Thin Lizzy With Jo Fleischer: Part Two
Jo Fleischer joins Patrick (on the anniversary of the release of Thin Lizzy’s 1979 album Black Rose: A Rock Legend) to discuss his love of the band. In part two, Jo picks up the Thin Lizzy story in 1979 and takes us through the group’s final album in 1983, with stops along the way for a Phil Lynott solo LP and an appearance by Midge Ure. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other po...
25m Apr 14
25m
2345: A Dive Into Thin Lizzy With Jo Fleischer: Part One
Jo Fleischer joins Patrick (on the anniversary of the release of Thin Lizzy’s 1979 album Black Rose: A Rock Legend) to discuss his love of the band. In the first part of the series, Jo recalls how a long commute and the band’s album Live and Dangerous got him hooked on Thin Lizzy. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podc...
31m Apr 13
31m
2344: Second Album Syndrome with Steven Routledge Part Two: The Stone Roses and The Darkness
In the second of a two-episode series, Steven Routledge joins Patrick to defend the second album from the Stone Roses (Second Coming) and tell a tale of The Darkness (that brings the conversation back to Radiohead). Many thanks, Steven. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or...
40m Apr 10
40m
2343: Second Album Syndrome with Steven Routledge Part One: Radiohead’s The Bends
In the first part of a two-episode series, Steven Routledge joins Patrick to discuss and analyze the second album from Radiohead, The Bends. The record broke the band big in the UK, got them a headlining spot at Glastonbury and was a top 10 hit, while it only made number 88 on the US charts. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, ...
22m Apr 09
22m
2342: Bob Dylan Album Hall of Fame: Tim Hoffman on Shot of Love
An induction ceremony takes place on today’s episode, as Tim Hoffman places Bob Dylan’s sublime 1981 album Shot of Love into the Dylan Album Hall of Fame. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share...
21m Apr 08
21m
2341: '90s Album Madness - A Champion is Crowned!
It's our last '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli - and Bill Mulligan! - join Jim and Patrick to recap the Final Four and announce the champion ... They Might Be Giants "Flood." Vote in daily matchups at http://facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other ...
22m Apr 07
22m
2340: February 2026 New Music 8: Tailgunner, Wicked Smile, Starbenders, The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis
It’s the last ride for the February 2026 New Music Train as it looks forward to some rest before its next journey. Sunny Varney and Patrick steer it into the depot, with new tunes from Tailgunner, Wicked Smile, Starbenders and The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, ...
15m Apr 06
15m
2339: February 2026 New Music 7: Ratboys, Buck Meek, I’m With Her, Sahara Hotnights, Brown Horse
Jason Goebel and Niklas Nygards are aboard the February 2026 New Music Train in this episode, traveling between New York City and Ipswich, UK (where Niklas is supporting his beloved football club). Along the way, we hear discussion of new work from Ratboys, Buck Meek, I’m With Her, Sahara Hotnights and Brown Horse. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, includ...
19m Apr 03
19m
2338: '90s Album Madness - Final Four Preview
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli - and Bill Mulligan! - join Jim and Patrick to recap the Elite Eight and preview the Final Four. Vote in daily matchups at http://facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, like audio...
36m Apr 02
36m
2337: February 2026 New Music 6: Dead Pony, Lucia & The Best Boys, The Linda Lindas, Push Push, Dimscua
The February 2026 New Music Train is chugging between Scotland and Ireland today, with Roger Grace and Liam McIndoe at the controls. They both have big bags of new music to share, which means the likes of Dead Pony, Lucia & The Best Boys, The Linda Lindas, Push Push and Dimscua are featured in this episode. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audi...
20m Apr 01
20m
2336: February 2026 New Music 4: Angine de Poitrine, Twisted Teens, Bill Callahan, Prosa
Driving the February 2026 New Music Train today are Mike Kohli and Harris King, so the new music blasting from the sound system will definitely be great. That music comes from Angine de Poitrine, Twisted Teens, Bill Callahan and Prosa. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or ...
16m Mar 31
16m
2335: February 2026 New Music 3: Altin Gun, Ratboys, Angine de Poitrine, Mirah, Heavenly, Gord Downie and the Sadies
The February 2026 New Music Train is back after a ‘90s Album Madness update and there are a pair of new music aficionados on board in the form of Bob Peterson and Michael Zwirn. They wax lyrical about new songs from Altin Gun, Ratboys, Angine de Poitrine, Mirah, Heavenly and Gord Downie and the Sadies. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom...
20m Mar 30
20m
2334: '90s Album Madness - Elite 8 Preview
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli join Jim and Patrick to recap the second half of the Sweet Sixteen and preview the Elite Eight. Vote in daily matchups at http://facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, like audioB...
44m Mar 28
44m
2333: February 2026 New Music 3: Angine de Poitrine, White Reaper, Will Hoge, Mod Lang
Today’s episode finds the February 2026 New Music Train cruising between Louisville and Illinois, with Adam Coop and Paul Hayden at the controls. They provide the lowdown on singles (Coop) and an album (Paul) from Angine de Poitrine, White Reaper, Will Hoge and Mod Lang. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amaz...
14m Mar 26
14m
2332: February 2026 New Music 2: Green Carnation, Myrath, Ovven, Prism Shores, The Boojums
The February 2026 New Music Train is itching to get on the tracks and carry our listeners wherever their ears want to go. The journey begins in Scotland, where New Music OG Steve Routledge hops on board, and continues to just outside Baltimore to pick up Kevin Porter. Along the way, you’ll hear about new tunes from Green Carnation, Myrath, Ovven, Prism Shores and The Boojums. Rockin' the Subur...
15m Mar 25
15m
2331: '90s Album Madness - Halfway Through the Sweet 16
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli join Jim and Patrick to recap the first half of the Sweet Sixteen and preview the remaining matchups in the Sweet Sixteen. Vote in daily matchups at http://facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other pod...
35m Mar 24
35m
2330: February New Music - Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, Hitmen, Deathcrash, Howling Bells
Jim starts up the February New Music train with songs by Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, the Hitmen, Deathcrash and Howling Bells. Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, like audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) . Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share ...
19m Mar 23
19m
2329: Perfect Pop: Walk Away Renee
Paul Hayden gets in touch with a submission for the Perfect Pop Pantheon. His selection is an unforgettable tune by New York City band The Left Banke, released in 1966: “Walk Away Renee.” Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the...
10m Mar 20
10m
2328: '90s Album Madness - We Have a Sweet 16!
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli join Jim and Patrick to recap the second round in the Hosts Quadrant and preview the Sweet Sixteen round in the Sales and Critics quadrants. Vote in daily matchups at http://facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/i...
36m Mar 19
36m
2327: Second Album Syndrome: Jimi Hendrix - Axis: Bold As Love
Bob Peterson has selected an album for our Second Album Syndrome series, discussing his love for the sophomore effort from Jimi Hendrix (as The Jimi Hendrix Experience), Axis: Bold As Love. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review t...
17m Mar 18
17m
2326: The Oldest Irish Music Patrick Could Find (In Honor of St. Patrick’s Day)
Patrick set out to find some old Irish recordings in honor of St. Patrick’s Day and he succeeded, going way back in the stacks for some wax cylinders recorded over 120 years ago. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on ...
14m Mar 17
14m
2325: ’90s Album Madness – 2nd Round, Listeners and Hosts Quadrants
Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli join Patrick to recap the second round in the Listeners Quadrant and preview the second round in the Hosts Quadrant. Vote in daily matchups at http://facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, ...
40m Mar 15
40m
2324: Second Album Syndrome, Part Four
This week, we dive into a new series of episodes on the fabled Second Album Syndrome. As Patrick explains in the first episode, SAS is not a hot new band, but the challenge of following up a debut that was a critical or commercial success. In the final installment, it’s time for the second album Hall of Shame, featuring records by Moby Grape, LL Cool J, Elastica, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, The ...
19m Mar 13
19m
2323: Second Album Syndrome, Part Three
This week, we dive into a new series of episodes on the fabled Second Album Syndrome. As Patrick explains in the first episode, SAS is not a hot new band, but the challenge of following up a debut that was a critical or commercial success. In this episode, it’s more strong second albums, featuring Rainbow, Heart, Television, A Tribe Called Quest, Metallica and Beastie Boys. Rockin' the Suburbs...
19m Mar 12
19m
2322: '90s Album Madness - 2nd Round, Critics and Listeners Quadrants
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli join Jim to recap the second round in the Critics Quadrant and preview the second round in the Listeners Quadrant. Vote in daily matchups at http://facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast pla...
34m Mar 11
34m
2321: Second Album Syndrome, Part Two
This week, we dive into a new series of episodes on the fabled Second Album Syndrome. As Patrick explains in the first episode, SAS is not a hot new band, but the challenge of following up a debut that was a critical or commercial success. While the first episode dealt with Patrick’s bad experience with SAS, part two focuses on a good experience: “Reckoning” following up “Murmur.” Rockin' the ...
19m Mar 10
19m
2320: Second Album Syndrome, Part One
This week, we dive into a new series of episodes on the fabled Second Album Syndrome. As Patrick explains in the first episode, SAS is not a hot new band, but the challenge of following up a debut that was a critical or commercial success. First up, we’ll hear about Patrick’s first encounter with SAS in the form of Men Without Hats. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast...
19m Mar 09
19m
2319: '90s Album Madness - Second Round, Sales and Critics Quadrants
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analyst Jason Goebel joins Jim and Patrick to recap the second round in the Sales Quadrant and preview the second round in the Critics Quadrant. Vote in daily matchups at http://facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com (http://suburbspod.com/) Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms,...
32m Mar 07
32m