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
2318: A Brief Tour of Patrick’s Shazam History
Patrick has been looking through the songs he identified with Shazam and he has questions… for himself. 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 it with your friends. Visit our website at Suburb...
17m Mar 05
17m
2317: The Albums of 1975: Still Crazy After All These Years
Mark Neese takes over the pod today, following up on a series of episodes we did on the music of 1975 (Episodes 2240-2244). Mark’s focus is Paul Simon’s iconic 1975 record, Still Crazy After All These Years. 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. Pl...
16m Mar 04
16m
2316: January 2026 New Music 9: ASAP Rocky, Julian Lage, Bonerama, The Molotovs
Patrick was doing his usual maintenance on the January 2026 New Music Train when he discovered two people passed out at the back of the caboose. It was Jason Goebel and Bill Mulligan and they were both holding new music picks. So today’s episode is for them and their discussion of music by ASAP Rocky, Julian Lage, Bonerama and The Molotovs. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other...
17m Mar 03
17m
2315: ’90s Album Madness – First Round, Hosts Quadrant and Second Round, Sales Quadrant
Patrick is joined by Mike Kohli and Jason Goebel (bracket analysts extraordinaire) to recap the first round of the host quadrant of our 90’s Album Madness tournament. The trio also preview the second round match up in the sales quadrant. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. O...
54m Mar 02
54m
2314: January 2026 New Music 8: Imarhan
Patrick has rounded up the January 2026 New Music Train and is heading back to the depot to get it cleaned up, have the oil changed and given a wash and wax. On the way, he discusses the new album from Algerian group Imarhan. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at ...
15m Feb 27
15m
2313: January 2026 New Music 7: Dry Cleaning, Blackwater Holy Light, Black Pistol Fire, Gluecifer
The January 2026 New Music Train has a pair of midwestern riders aboard on this episode: Mark Neese from Michigan and Sunny Varney from Illinois. The pair dish on new tunes from Dry Cleaning, Blackwater Holy Light, Black Pistol Fire and Gluecifer. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and...
15m Feb 26
15m
2312: January 2026 New Music 6: Geologist, Winged Wheel, Landy Hekt
In today’s episode, we find the January 2026 New Music Train whistling through upstate South Carolina, with that noted new music aficionado Harris King sitting right up front. He’s in control of the sound system and spins new work from Geologist, Winged Wheel and Landy Hekt. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, ...
10m Feb 25
10m
2311: January 2026 New Music 5: Alter Bridge, Sludge Mother, The Beaches, Megadeth
The January 2026 New Music Train has been rolling around Scotland for a few days and it pulled into a platform where Roger Grace is waiting. He climbs aboard with some picks from himself and his wife Hillary, which means we’ll hear about new sounds from Alter Bridge, Sludge Mother, The Beaches and Megadeth. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audi...
13m Feb 24
13m
2310: '90s Album Madness - First Round, Listeners and Hosts Quadrants
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analyst Jason Goebel joins Jim and Patrick to recap the first round in the Listeners Quadrant and preview the first round in the Hosts 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,...
54m Feb 22
54m
2309: January 2026 New Music 4: Amanda Bergman, Courtney Marie Andrews, Jesper Lindell
After a long journey across the Atlantic yesterday, the January 2026 New Music Train turns right around and crosses it again, ending up in Sweden, where Niklas Nygards is waiting patiently on the platform. Once aboard, Niklas buys a round of drinks and shares new music from Amanda Bergman, Courtney Marie Andrews and Jesper Lindell. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast ...
12m Feb 20
12m
2308: January 2026 New Music 3: Sault, Joe Glass, Witch Post, Guv
The January 2026 New Music Train is back from Scotland and chugging around Wisconsin and Maryland, with Bob Peterson and Kevin Porter on board. This duo of new music connoisseurs dish on new tunes from Sault, Joe Glass, Witch Post and Guv. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn....
12m Feb 19
12m
2307: January 2026 New Music 2: Blackwater Holylight, MOL
It’s time to put the January 2026 New Music Train in the hands of the listeners and what better way to do that than by turning the keys over to Steven Routledge. He rides across the Scottish lands and fills us in on new releases from Blackwater Holylight and MOL. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHea...
10m Feb 18
10m
2306: January New Music - Dash Rip Rock, A$AP Rocky, Courtney Barnett and Waxahatchee, the Sha La Das
Jim starts up the January New Music train with songs by Dash Rip Rock, A$AP Rocky, Courtney Barnett with Waxahatchee, and the Sha La Das. 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 ...
16m Feb 17
16m
2305: '90s Album Madness - First Round, Critics and Listener Quadrants
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli join Jim and Patrick to recap the first round in the Critics Quadrant and preview the first 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 p...
1hr 9m Feb 14
1hr 9m
2304: Rev. Gary Davis Story Part Four: The Lasting Influence of Rev. Gary Davis
We’re excited to present a series of episodes on the guitarist and teacher Rev. Gary Davis. Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to guide us through Davis’ incredibly influential career. In the final episode of the series, Kurt wraps up proceedings with some great tales of his interactions with some of the Rev.’s students and reveals how Davis protected himself. Big thanks once again to Kurt Gallagher....
38m Feb 12
38m
2303: Rev. Gary Davis Story Part Three: From Stefan Grossman to Peter, Paul and Mary
We’re excited to present a series of episodes on the guitarist and teacher Rev. Gary Davis. Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to guide us through Davis’ incredibly influential career. In the third installment, Kurt opens the discussion of one of Davis’ students, Stefan Grossman, as well as telling us about the song that earned Rev. and Annie enough money to buy a house. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple...
21m Feb 11
21m
2302: Rev. Gary Davis Story Part Two: From Durham to New York City
We’re excited to present a series of episodes on the guitarist and teacher Rev. Gary Davis. Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to guide us through Davis’ incredibly influential career. Today, the Rev. meets someone in Durham who changes his life and decides to try his luck in New York. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podca...
21m Feb 10
21m
2301: Rev. Gary Davis Story Part One: Introducing Rev. Gary Davis
We’re excited to present a series of episodes on the guitarist and teacher Rev. Gary Davis. Kurt Gallagher joins Patrick to guide us through Davis’ incredibly influential career and we’ll start at the beginning, from his birth through his time playing Piedmont Blues around Durham, North Carolina. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spot...
23m Feb 09
23m
2300: '90s Album Madness - First Round, Sales and Critics Quadrants
It's time for a '90s Albums Madness tournament update! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli join Jim and Patrick to recap the first round in the Sales Quadrant and preview the first 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 podca...
49m Feb 06
49m
2299: Punk’s Not Dead
Patrick feels it is important in our current day and age to remind everyone that Punk’s Not Dead. By way of example, he holds up Cincinnati, Ohio band Motorbike. 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 an...
9m Feb 05
9m
2298: Rest in Power Bob Weir, Encore
Patrick is joined by Rob Gates, Kevin Bartlett and Jason Goebel to discuss the musical legacy of Bob Weir, who passed on January 10, 2026, at the age of 78. In the final episode of this three-part tribute, there are memories galore of seeing Bobby play live, as well as discussion of one of his key songwriting partners. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, in...
41m Feb 04
41m
2297: Rest in Power Bob Weir, Set 2
Patrick is joined by Rob Gates, Kevin Bartlett and Jason Goebel to discuss the musical legacy of Bob Weir, who passed on January 10, 2026, at the age of 78. In the second episode of this three-part tribute, the guys discuss Bob’s guitar style and where the musical legacy he created might be heading next. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBo...
30m Feb 03
30m
2296: Rest in Power Bob Weir, Set 1
Patrick is joined by Rob Gates, Kevin Bartlett and Jason Goebel to discuss the musical legacy of Bob Weir, who passed on January 10, 2026, at the age of 78. In the first episode of this three-part tribute, the panel share their stories of discovering the Grateful Dead and Bob. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts...
29m Feb 02
29m
2295: Jim and Patrick Pick the Best Music of 2025
Jim and Patrick put a bow on our annual review of the best music of 2025, each picking three selections: song of the year, album of the year and what has now become known as the Kevin Porter Challenge. This episode contains music from Lola Kirke, The Sprints, The Cowboys, Girlmath, Sudan Archives and Cameron Winter. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, inclu...
41m Jan 30
41m
2294: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part 18
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners and we are down to the final two submissions. Craig Rosen and Paul Trap are more than up for the task of hitting cleanup, picking music from Wet Leg, Wolf Alice, St. Paul & the Broken Bones and Fizzle Like A Flood. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, S...
16m Jan 29
16m
2293: '90s Album Madness - Bracket Reveal
It's time for another Music Madness tournament! This time it's '90s albums! Analysts Jason Goebel and Mike Kohli join Jim and Patrick to break down the bracket overall and preview the Sales Quadrant matchups. Vote in daily matchups at facebook.com/suburbspod Full bracket at suburbspod.com Get with Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, like audioBoom, Spoti...
42m Jan 28
42m
2292: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part 17
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. We’re getting down to the final few submissions and this one is a gem from Mike Kohli. He picks three great pieces of music from McLusky, Population II and Rosalia to share with you, listener. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcas...
16m Jan 27
16m
2291: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part 16
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. Today, the inimitable BJ Bonin takes us on a journey through his 2025 in music, featuring tunes from Valarie June, Jim Gruidl, Smut and The New Eves. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or...
16m Jan 26
16m
2290: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part 15
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. We have a triple header to close out the week, featuring best of 2025 picks from Noah Crane, Sunny Varney and Kevin Bartlett. Get ready for a plethora of great songs from last year! Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon,...
23m Jan 23
23m
2289: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part 14
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. In today’s episode, we hit you with a double shot of Bill Mulligan and Justin Steiner, who deliver a fantastic set of picks from 2025, including Gweeno and Deep Sea Diver. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, S...
17m Jan 22
17m
2288: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part 13
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. Mike Snider and Jason Goebel take center stage in today’s episode, talking up their favorites from last year, including Mavis Staples and Cmat. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or liste...
21m Jan 21
21m
2287: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part 12
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. In today’s episode, it’s David Leedy from Kenosha and Mark Neese from Okemos. They discuss music from Tyler Childers, My Morning Jacket, Ladybird, Wet Leg and (The London) Suede. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iH...
17m Jan 20
17m
2286: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part 11
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. First, we hear from Niklas Nygards in Sweden, followed by Jay Ignacio from the suburbs of Louisville. Between them, these two astute music lovers come up with a big batch of great music from 2025, including Future Cloud & Radar and Mei Semones, among others. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or ot...
22m Jan 19
22m
2285: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Ten
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. We stay in Europe for the follow-up Roger Grace’s picks and check in with Liam McIndoe in Dublin. Liam offers a roundup of some of his favorite live shows of 2025, as well as picks for favorite song and album. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spoti...
13m Jan 16
13m
2284: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Nine
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. Scotland beckons today, as Roger Grace’s call wrapping his favorite music from last year is jam-packed. It features music from Maple’s Pet Dinosaur, The Last Dinner Party, Those Damn Crows, Bratakus, Black Stone Cherry and Wet Leg. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, incl...
17m Jan 15
17m
2283: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Eight
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. In this installment, we hear from our pal from California, Jeff Frank and Kevin Clement, who wraps up his 2025 in music from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or ...
19m Jan 14
19m
2282: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Seven
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. This episode features selections from Bob Peterson, who has been discovering and sharing great music on the podcast for several years. His top picks from last year include music from Hotline TNT, Wet Leg and Wisconsin Space Program. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, inc...
10m Jan 13
10m
2281: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Six
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. Eric Lohrenz checks in today with selections that feature his pick and some from a pair of fine furry friends named Willie and Uzi. Then we head to Louisville, where Adam Coop is dishing up three great picks from 2025. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBo...
18m Jan 12
18m
2280: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Five
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. Harris King delivers the goods in this episode, selecting from the plethora of 2025 music he listened to. His three selections include Deep Sea Diver, The Chills and Pot-Pot. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart...
13m Jan 09
13m
2279: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Four
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. Today we head to beautiful Cornicopa, Wisconsin, on the shores of Lake Superior to hear from our old friend Peter Nordgren. After that, it’s Kevin Porter checking in with his 2025 favorites. A bumper crop of great music from 2025! Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, inclu...
20m Jan 08
20m
2278: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Three
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. Paul Hayden is today’s guide, taking us through his favorite music of 2025 (along with some intriguing honorable mention picks). You’ll hear music from Guided By Voices’ Thick, Rich and Delicious and The Boojums self-titled album. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, inclu...
12m Jan 07
12m
2277: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part Two
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. Today’s focus is on the voice of Kurt Gallagher, who checks in from the suburbs of New York City with his selections for the best music of 2025, featuring S.G. Goodman, The Dream Eaters and Daughter of Swords. Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spoti...
15m Jan 06
15m
2276: Listeners Pick the Best Music of 2025, Part One
It’s time for our annual review of the best music of 2025, as chosen by our listeners. We begin with the OG of new music, Steven Routledge and his selections from the tons of music he heard in 2025. 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...
14m Jan 05
14m