Sound Up! with Mark Goodman and Alan Light

On Episode #95 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Matt Berninger, lead singer of The National, to talk about his new solo album “Get Sunk.” We recap John Fogerty's 80th birthday concert in New York City and the announcement of a new album. In music news, Taylor Swift gains ownership of all her music, Frank Beard rejoins ZZ Top, and AC/DC finish their US tour dates. The Pod Squad offers their thoughts on who should take over the drum chair for The Who, and our new music picks this week include CMAT, Turnstile, Olivia Dean, and the Castellows. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

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On Episode #94 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Peter Wolf, lead singer of the J. Geils Band, to talk about his new memoir, “Waiting on the Moon: Artists, Poets, Drifters, Grifters, and Goddesses.” In music news, it was a bad week for drummers—The Who fired Zak Starkey for a second time and Foo Fighters abruptly cut ties with Josh Freese. We have a listener review of concerts by Gene Simmons and Fantastic Cat and our new music picks this week include songs from Bono, Wolf Alice, and Noah Cyrus. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #93 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome James Walbourne, guitarist in the Pretenders, to talk about his new band, His Lordship. Alan reviews recent shows by Gillian Welch & David Rawlings and Jensen McRae, and we have a listener's recap of the opening night of the Katy Perry tour. In music news, The Who announce a “final farewell” tour, Metallica cause an earthquake, and Disturbed lead singer David Draiman proposes to his girlfriend on stage. You answer our Throwback Thursday question “Which songs give you the creeps?,” and our new music picks this week include songs from Matt Berninger, The Civil Wars, and the Marcus King Band.   We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #92 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Adam Duritz of Counting Crows, to talk about the band's new album “Butter Miracle: The Complete Sweets.” Mark reviews Alison Moyet in concert, and Alan has a recap of a Nick Cave & the Bad seeds show (in Ohio). In music news, R.E.M. release a new benefit EP, and once again, we lost two great artists this week—Jill Sobule and Mike Peters of the Alarm, a longtime friend of producer Roger Coletti, who offers his remembrances. Our new music picks this week include songs from Lucius, Car Seat Headrest, The Beths, and Kacey Musgraves. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #91 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome the legendary Elvis Costello, who is exhibiting his paintings for the first time and spoke about his upcoming tour and much more. We break down the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's just-announced Class of 2025, and listener April filed a report from Coachella. In music news, The Faces are working on a reunion album and legendary producer Roy Thomas Baker (Queen, The Cars) passed away. We report your responses to this week's Throwback Thursday question: Which musicians are better than their bands? Our new music picks this week include songs from FREDDY, Diplo, Clean Bandit, Lorde, Jensen McRae, Girlband!, and Sammy Hagar.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #90 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome rock icon Billy Idol to discuss "Dream Into It, " his first album of new material in over a decade. In music news, Bernie Sanders appears at Coachella, Drake adds the Super Bowl performance to his lawsuit, Alice Cooper reunites with his original bandmates, and The Who rehires Zak Starkey days after firing him. We report your responses to this week's Throwback Thursday question: What is your favorite song about space? Our new music picks this week include songs from Suicidal Tendencies, Michael Marcagi, Adrian Lyles, and Role Model. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #89 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Justin Hayward, former member of the Moody Blues, to talk about his new music and upcoming tour and the adjustments he made going from a legendary band to a solo career. In music news, we recap some of the big moments from the first weekend of Coachella—including Weezer playing a set following the arrest of the bass player's wife after a shoot-out with the police, Billie Joe Armstrong joining the Go-Go's on stage, and memorable sets from Lady Gaga, MIssy Elliott, and Benson Boone covering “Bohemian Rhapsody” with guest Brian May. We report your responses to this week's Throwback Thursday question: What is your favorite band logo? Our New Music picks this week include songs from Green Day, Bob Moses, Frou Frou, Pulp, Lexi Jones (David Bowie's daughter), and Ernest featuring Snoop Dogg. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #88 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Carrie Colliton, co-founder of Record Store Day, to get us prepared for this year's RSD coming up on Saturday. We discuss Elton John and Brandi Carlile's media blitz around their new album and Bruce Springsteen's announcement that he will be putting out a box set made up of seven unreleased albums. In the headlines, Dua Lipa plays some local favorites on tour, members of Ratt reunite, and we pay tribute to two legendary musicians we lost this week—Blondie's Clem Burke and Dave Allen from Gang of Four. We report your responses to this week's Throwback Thursday question: What is your favorite movie score? Our New Music picks this week include songs from Wet Leg, the Marias, Laufey, Lydia Night, LA Guns, and Lainey Wilson. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #87 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light catch up on a lot of news from the week in music. Alan reviews concerts by The Swell Season, Mumford & Sons, and Megan Moroney. In the headlines, Selena's killer is denied parole, Dave Navarro gets married (again), Morgan Wallen creates controversy on “SNL” (again), Dua Lipa wins in court, REO Speedwagon won't let Kevin Cronin participate in a hometown reunion show, and Will Smith returns with his first album in 20 years - so is it OK to like Will Smith again? We report your responses to our Throwback Thursday question: What is your favorite concert jersey? Our New Music picks this week include songs from Superchunk, Jeffrey Lewis, Hannah Cohen, Ke$ha, and Maren Morris. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #86 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome guitarist/songwriter Ricky Byrd—a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee as a member of Joan Jett & the Blackhearts—to talk about his new album “NYC Made.” Alan recaps the Grand Ole Opry 100th anniversary TV special, and in music news, Kiss announce a return to the stage, Taylor Swift breaks her Instagram silence, and the Jonas Brothers reveal a 20th anniversary tour. We report your responses to our Throwback Thursday question: What was your first outdoor concert? Pod Squadder Scott has a review of Inhaler,, and our New Music picks this week include songs from the Waterboys with Fiona Apple, LP Giobbi, ZZ Ward, Eric Church, and Sombr.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #85, Alan has a review of The Roots at NYC's club The Blue Note, and Mark recaps a performance by ZZ Ward. In music news, Lizzo returns to the stage, Frank Beard takes a break from the ZZ Top tour, Disturbed's pyro damages the championship banners in Chicago's United Center, and the South by Southwest music conference faces an uncertain future. Pod Squadder Gretchen emailed her highlights from the ‘80s Cruise, and our New Music picks this week include songs from Arooj Aftab and Khruangbin, Brad Paisley and Dawes, HAIM, Matt Berninger, Chappell Roan, Dorothy, and Miranda Lambert.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #84 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Neil Giraldo to talk about his spirits company Three Chord Bourbon, upcoming tour dates with Pat Benatar, and much more. Mark recaps his time hosting last week's ‘80s Cruise, which offered both musical highlights and genuine tragedy. Alan reviews the Love Rocks NYC benefit concert, which featured performances from the likes of Alicia Keys, Beck, and Cher. We give our thoughts on Lady Gaga's new album, “Mayhem,” and her appearance as host and musical guest on “Saturday Night Live,” and we cover the passing of Tony! Toni! Tone! founding member D'Wayne Wiggins. We share Pod Squadders' memories of their oldest ticket stubs and get a series of concert reviews from a listener in Houston. Our New Music picks this week include songs from I'm With Her, Dolly Parton, Chloe Qisha, Jonah Kagen, and Ingrid Andress. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #83 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome legendary actress and musician Amy Irving, to talk about her new album “Always Will Be,” a tribute to her friend Willie Nelson. Producer Roger Coletti reviews a recent NYC show by singer/songwriter Ike Reilly. We have a recap of music moments at the Academy Awards, and in music news, we mark the passings of three music legends this weekend—David Johansen, Angie Stone, and Badfinger's Joey Molland—and Neil Young's announcement that he will be launching his tour with a free show in Ukraine. We share Pod Squadders' memories of their first music posters, and our New Music picks this week include songs from Little Simz and the Head and the Heart. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #82 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Richard Bienstock and Tom Beaujour, authors of the new oral history “Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock's Wildest Festival.” Alan reviews NYC appearances by Billy F. Gibbons and Jason Isbell and a preview the “Buena Vista Social Club” Broadway musical. We have news about Timothee Chalamet winning the SAG Award for his role as Bob Dylan, some Mariah Carey tour dates, a new Santana album, and the record-breaking ratings for Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show. We also say goodbye to the late Roberta Flack, and share Pod Squadders' memories of making mix tapes. New Music picks this week include songs from Fontaines DC, Avery Anna, and Franc Moody. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #81 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome KISS co-founder and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Paul Stanley, who talks about his passion for painting and an upcoming exhibit of his art. We examine this year's newly-announced nominees for the Rock Hall, and look at this past week's special broadcasts honoring the 50th anniversary of “Saturday Night Live” as well as Questlove's new Sly Stone documentary. We pass along the Pod Squad responses to Throwback Thursday question “What was the first song you remember disliking?,” and our New Music picks this week include songs from the Lumineers, Ani DiFranco, Candi Staton, mehro, and the Velveteers. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #80 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome modern rock legend Bob Mould to discuss his upcoming album “Here We Go Crazy.” We dive into all the music of the Super Bowl, from Kendrick Lamar's controversial halftime show to the pregame performances and prominent songs in the commercials, and recap a Record Store Day event announcing this year's list. In music news, Netflix's long-awaited Prince docu-series is officially cancelled and the legendary David Johansen reveals his health struggles. We pass along the Pod Squad responses to the listener question “What are great guitar riffs in not-so-great songs,” and our New Music picks this week include songs from the Black Keys, Lady Gaga, Lisa with Doja Cat and Raye, and Michigander. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #79 of Sound Up!, Mark Goodman and Alan Light recap all the events of music's biggest weekend, starting with the all-star FireAid benefit on Thursday night and culminating in Sunday's Grammy Awards. With the help of Shirley Halperin, Co-Editor-in-Chief of The Hollywood Reporter, we look at the highlights and memorable moments from those two mega-events, plus the MusiCares concert honoring the Grateful Dead and Clive Davis's pre-Grammy gala—and how it all played out against the backdrop of LA's recent tragic wildfires.On top of all that, Beyonce announced her “Cowboy Carter” tour, and our New Music picks this week include songs from Grammy winner Doechii, Momma, Lord Huron (featuring Kristen Stewart) and Tunde Adebimpe.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #78 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Damian Kulash, frontman of OK Go, to talk about the band's new single and first album in ten years, as well as their history of groundbreaking music videos. In music news, performers were announced for this week's Grammy Awards and MusiCares tribute to the Grateful Dead; Timothee Chalamet dug into some Bob Dylan rarities on “SNL,” and Aaliyah gets her own Barbie. Our new music picks include Sam Fender, Larkin Poe, Kesha, and mehro. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #77 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light dig deep into music news, with an update on the mega-benefit concert coming up to aid those affected by the Los Angeles fires, on Def Leppard's first performance of 2025 - without guitarist Vivian Campbell, recovering from cancer treatment - and lots of Bob Dylan news, including an auction of his manuscripts and memorabilia and his decision to join TikTok. Alan reviews a club performance by Jesse Malin, and a listener checks in from Tulsa with recaps of a concert and a movie. This week's new music picks include tracks from Mumford & Sons, My Morning Jacket, Jason Isbell, Coheed & Cambria, and the Wiggles! We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #76 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Rick Springfield to talk about his experiences in the Los Angeles fires and about his upcoming “Greatest Hits, Volume 2” collection. Mark reveals how his own visit to LA last week was impacted by the fires, and we take a look at the ways the disaster is affecting the music community, from the Grammy Awards ceremony to preliminary plans for a benefit concert. We respond to some email questions from the Pod Squad, and our new music picks for the week include The War & Treaty, Blondshell, Shakey Graves, Bishop Briggs, and Beach Weather. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #75 of Sound Up!, Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Michael Imperioli (“The Sopranos,” “The White Lotus”) to talk about his band ZOPA and the new single “A Still Life” from their upcoming album, “Diamond Vehicle.” We take a look back at the music headlines over the holidays—including Beyonce's NFL halftime show and the opening of the Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown”—and look ahead to the most anticipated albums of 2025. In music news, Flavor Flav took a turn as a sports mascot and Neil Young announced plans for both an unreleased album from the ‘70s and a new record. New music picks for the week come from Sault, SZA, Best Friend, and Bleach Garden.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

Episode #74 of Sound Up!, the final show of the year, is a dive into the mailbag, where Pod Squad members sent Mark Goodman and Alan Light questions on a wide range of topics—favorites from 2024, predictions for 2025, some Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inquiries, best interviews, concert etiquette, and more.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

Episode #73 of Sound Up! is the second of our two special year-end retrospectives. This time, Mark Goodman and Alan Light focus on the best songs, biggest albums, and defining artists of 2024, including their choice for the Artist of the Year. We consider the commercial and creative powerhouses, from Beyonce to Billie Eilish, as well as breakthroughs and comebacks by the likes of Chappell Roan and The Cure. Plus, we look at the remarkable figures the music world lost in 2024.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

Episode #72 of Sound Up! is the first of two special year-end retrospectives. This time, Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Madison Vain, digital director of Esquire magazine, to look back at the biggest, most shocking, jaw-dropping music stories of 2024. Together, they discuss scandals and triumphs from the Diddy case to the Eras Tour, the Oasis reunion to the Kendrick/Drake beef, from the breakthroughs of Chappell Roan and Charli XCX to the flops from Justin Timberlake and Katy Perry. Plus, a quick look at some of the memorable responses to our latest Throwback Thursday social media question: What was your first concert? We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

In episode #71 of Sound Up!, Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome singer, songwriter, and Foo Fighter Chris Shiflet to talk about the new season of his guitar-centric podcast “Shred with Shifty,” including an episode featuring bandmates Dave Grohl and Pat Smear. We review the upcoming official Led Zeppelin documentary, and in music news, Jay Z is accused in the Diddy case, Nicko McBrain retires from Iron Maiden, Matthew Sweet gives an update after suffering a stroke, and Taylor Swift finishes the Eras Tour. This week's New Music picks include Lucinda Williams, Sky Ferriera, Slash and Duff, and Thursday.   We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

In episode #70 of Sound Up!, Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome singer/songwriter/actor Yola to discuss her new music and her recent starring role on Broadway. Roger recaps the all-star Jesse Malin benefit concert with guests including Elvis Costello, Lucinda Williams, and Little Steven, and we have a listener review of HBO's Yacht Rock documentary. In music news, AC/DC announce US tour plans, Elton John faces a health crisis, Snoop Dogg and Sting revisit a Police classic, and The Cure have a live album on the way. This week's New Music picks include Bright Eyes, Yuna, and Runaway June.     We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

In episode #69 of Sound Up!, Mark Goodman and Alan Light welcome Carrie Colliton, co-founder of Record Store Day, to talk about this week's Black Friday event and the state of vinyl. Alan reviews Taylor Swift's penultimate Eras Tour stop in Toronto and the new “Beatles ‘64” documentary, and Mark reports on the Soulshine benefit concert in NYC, headlined by Dave Matthews Band and Warren Haynes. In music news, Drake announces a new tour (launching the same day as Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl appearance), Coachella reveals the 2025 line-up, and Fleetwood Mac will be getting its first-ever comprehensive documentary. This week's New Music picks include Kendrick Lamar, Al Green, Matt Nathanson, Tunde Adebimpe, and Father John Misty.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #68 of Sound Up!, Mark Goodman and Alan Light host a live panel of Sound Up Pod Squad members to discuss two significant topics: the 2025 Grammy nominations and one of the year's biggest issues, dynamic ticket pricing. Hosts and guests dive deep into the Big Four Grammy categories, sharing their picks for Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best New Artist. Then, they take a closer look at ticket prices and access, exploring the advantages and challenges of dynamic ticket pricing. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #67 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome author Rob Sheffield to discuss his new book “Heartbreak is the National Anthem: How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop Music.” Mark reports back from The Sands, where he saw Rick Springfield, Bret Michaels, Level 42, and many more. In music news, the 2025 Grammy nominations are revealed, Chappell Roan drops her management, and Zach Bryan faces domestic scandal. We get two live reviews from our Sound Up! Pod Squad - David Gilmour at MSG and The Cure in London. Plus, this week's new music picks feature tracks from Imogen Heap, Jamey Johnson, Will Swinton, Lucius, and Griff. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #66 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome legendary photographer Lynn Goldsmith to discuss her latest book, Patti Smith: Before Easter After. In music news, we discuss Oasis cracking down on ticket resales, Young Thug getting out of prison, Ed Sheeran winning a big court case, The Cure performing a three-hour record release show in London, and Jell Roll dropping 100 pounds while touring. We get two reviews from our Sound Up Pod Squad, one of The Cure's new album Songs of a Lost World and another of Morrissey live.This week's new music picks feature tracks from Dorothy, Chena, Cleo Sol, and Paul Simon. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #65 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome Jesse Malin to discuss the all-star benefit album “Silver Patron Saints,” his new single, and his ongoing recovery from a spinal stroke. Alan describes his night judging Taylor Swift karaoke, and Pod Squad listeners review Cyndi Lauper and Conan Gray. In music news, we recall the passing of Liam Payne and Phil Lesh and talk about the reaction to Alex Van Halen's memoir and the Concert for Carolina benefit. This week's new music picks feature tracks from Sade Adu, Lone Justice, Soccer Mommy, Beth Hart, and the Black Keys with Alice Cooper.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #64 of “Sound Up!,” it's our first-ever live audience event, recorded at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on the day of this year's induction ceremonies in Cleveland. Mark and Alan hosted a gathering of our Pod Squad listeners, several of whom joined us in the studio to offer thoughts and insight about their favorites from the Class of 2024. Greg Harris, President and CEO of the museum, also came by to offer some insight on the weekend's events, the process, and updates on the Hall of Fame's future. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #63 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome Myles Kennedy to discuss his new album “The Art of Letting Go” and his ongoing work with Alter Bridge and with Slash. Alan reviews Stevie Wonder at Madison Square Garden and Mark gives his take on the Tony-winning play “Stereophonic.” In music news, the Cure announce their retirement plans, Motley Crue take over the Sunset Strip, and “Saturday Night Live” was full of music from Stevie Nicks, Ariana Grande, and an Oasis spoof. Our new music picks this week feature tracks from Maggie Rogers, Jacob Collier, Dream Theater, the Blue Stones, and Trauma Ray. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #62 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome Dave Pirner to discuss writing and recording Soul Asylum's new album “Slowly But Shirley,” reuniting the band with producer Steve Jordan. Mark reviews Soul Coughing live in New York, while a Pod Squad member reviews the new Tragically Hip Documentary: No Dress Rehearsal. In music news, we discuss Garth Brooks being accused of sexual assult, Taylor Swift's money milestone, Lady Gaga's LA secret show, and the controversy surrounding the hit Broadway play Stereophonic. Our new music picks this week feature tracks from The Warning, Lizzy McAlpine, Eric Church, and Man/Woman/Chainsaw.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #61 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome singer/songwriter Rachel Platten to discuss her new album “I Am Rachel Platten” and the intensely personal journey behind her new songs. We pay tribute to the late Kris Kristofferson, and Alan has concert reviews of shows by Neil Young, Jelly Roll, and Sabrina Carpenter. In Music News, Courtney Love becomes a grandmother, a member of BTS is arrested for driving a scooter after drinking, Oasis announce North American tour dates, and Arnel Pineda is sticking with Journey. Plus we offer our new music picks of the week, including songs by The Cure, Stevie Nicks, Dashboard Confessional, Willow, and Clean Bandit. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #59 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome Dhani Harrison to talk about his new concert film, “Innersoundstage,” and other projects including the latest George Harrison reissue. Mark reviews an ELO concert, Alan saw the upcoming Pharrell Wiiliams documentary, and listeners offer their thoughts on shows by Weezer and Bruce Springsteen. In Music News, we discuss Diddy being held without bail as he awaits trial, Jay-Z bidding on a New York City casino, and Arnel Pineda's time with Journey possibly coming to an end. Plus we offer our new music picks of the week, including songs by Jane's Addiction, Body Count, Bones UK, and Neon Trees. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #59 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional to talk about his new music and tour, how his motorcycle accident changed his writing process, and the legacy of emo. We have concert reviews of St. Vincent, Peter Frampton, Keane, and Jane's Addiction - whose on-stage fight and tour cancellation leads this week's music news, along with Bruce Springsteen's historic Asbury Park show and Pink Floyd potentially selling their catalog. Plus we offer our new music picks of the week, including songs by the Linda Lindas, Snakegang, Soccer Mommy, Suki Waterhouse, and Raye. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #58 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome Rock and Roll Hall of Fame songwriter/producer Jimmy Jam to discuss a new book about his father, legendary Minnesota musician Cornbread Harris, and their reconciliation after 50 years. Members of the Sound Up! Pod Squad offer their reviews of Pearl Jam and Green Day live, and in music news, Oasis promises a new album, Patti Scialfa reveals her cancer diagnosis, there's controversy around the new Linkin Park singer, and the latest on the MTV and CMA awards. Plus we present our new music picks of the week, including songs by Jesse Malin with Bruce Springsteen, Matt Nathanson, MJ Lenderman, and Sarah Kinsley.   We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #57 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan welcome Oscar- and Emmy-winning director Alex Gibney to talk about his new HBO documentary “Wise Guy: David Chase and the Sopranos.” We discuss what was the real Song of the Summer, and members of the Sound Up! Pod Squad offer their reviews of the “Fool for Love” festival and the “I Love Hip-Hop” tour. In music news, there's the Oasis ticket chaos and developments on the Joni Mitchell biopic, and we present our new music picks of the week, including songs by Swedish House Mafia, the Last Dinner Party, LL Cool J with Eminem, and Stevie Wonder.    We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #56 of “Sound Up!,” singer Krystal Keith, daughter of Toby Keith and producer/director Alex Coletti joins us to discuss the NBC All-Star special, Toby Keith: American Icon. In Music News we cover a pending Oasis reunion, Post Malone topping the charts, Queens of the Stone Age canceling their tour, and the countdown to a big Linkin Park announcement. Mark Goodman, Alan Light, and producer Roger Coletti have live concert reviews for Bruce Springsteen, Bush, and The Gaslight Anthem with added reviews of Janes Addiction and Sammy Hagar live from members of the Sound Up Pod Squad. Our New Music Picks of the week include Dawes, Blondshell, Sabrina Carpenter, Lainey Williams, Miranda Lambert, and Post Malone.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #55 of “Sound Up!,” it's our special summer live audience edition. We welcome members of the Sound Up! Pod Squad, who join us for this taping with their questions and comments, and feature a bunch of listener concert reviews—of the Def Leppard/Journey tour, a ‘90s triple bill, Hozier, and a Lollapalooza wrap-up. Plus, we discuss the impact of political campaign songs and give this week's new music picks including Post Malone, Mary J Blige, the Killers, and Oasis. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #54 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan talk with Sydney Rae White and Rob Kendrick of the Wild Things about their upcoming album, “Afterglow,” and working with Pete Townshend and Kiss's Tommy Thayer. We look back at the Olympic Closing Ceremonies, which featured performances from the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Snoop Dogg. In music news, we discuss Disney paying tribute to Miley Cyrus and Taylor knocking Kanye off the top of the charts. Plus this week's new music picks including Sugarland, Tori Amos, and Jonsi.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #53 of “Sound Up!,” Mark Goodman and producer Roger Coletti talk with Mikel Jollett of The Airborne Toxic Event about their upcoming album, Glory. Mark reflects on MTV's 43rd birthday and has live concert reviews of Matt Nathanson, Slash, and ZZ Ward. In music news we discuss Aerosmith calling it quits, Journey band members fighting over expenses, and the just-announced Britney Spears biopic.Plus new music picks from FREDDY, Bryan Adams, and Father John Misty.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

here is Episode #52Break A 19:48Break B 34:23 6 AM Tomorrow pleasepromo to follow  Title : Episode #52 Musicians score gold at The Olympics. On episode #52 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan recap all of the music at the Paris Olympics, from Celine Dion's unforgettable performance to Snoop Dogg's role as roving correspondent. We also catch up on a bunch of recent news, including the passing of blues legend John Mayall, the end of Billy Joel's MSG residency, and Jack White's surprise new LP. We have a listener's report on a Pod Squad tour of Detroit's music landmarks, plus our New Music Picks of The Week including tracks from Karen O with Danger Mouse, The Airborne Toxic Event, and Red Clay Strays. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #51 of “Sound Up!,” we talk to the Hanseroth Twins, Phil and Tim, about their new album “Vera,” their longtime partnership with Brandi Carlile, and what they've learned working with legends like Joni Mitchell and Tanya Tucker. Plus we have music news about Bruce Springsteen and Eminem reaching new landmarks, live reviews of Mike Campbell and Sammy Hagar from members of our audience, and our New Music Picks of the week, including Soul Asylum, the Linda Lindas, and Joy Oladokun.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #50 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan talk to legendary producer and Songwriters Hall of Famer Linda Perry about her brutally honest new documentary “Let It Die Here.” In Music News, we discuss an old Billy Joel b-side becoming a Gen Z favorite and Eminem calling out Diddy on his new album. We have a listener review of an all-star recreation of the Beatles' “White Album,” plus our New Music Picks of The Week including tracks from Raye, Sturgill Simpson, Deer Tick, and Remi Wolf.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #49 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan talk to New Wave legend Howard Jones about his new album “Live at the O2” and his upcoming tour dates with ABC and Haircut 100. In Music News, we discuss the launch of the Def Leppard/Journey tour, a scammer impersonating Steve Perry, the new Kendrick Lamar video, and the plummeting sales of the new Bon Jovi album. Alan files a report from the Childish Gambino album preview event and we have a listener review of Roger Daltrey, plus our New Music Picks of The Week including tracks from Zach Bryan, Lana Del Rey, Deep Purple, and more.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #48 of “Sound Up!,” Mark and Alan are joined by the three sisters in the Mexican hard rock group The Warning to discuss their new album “Keep Me Fed.” In Music News, we talk about Michael J. Fox appearing with Coldplay at Glastonbury, Don Henley suing to get his lyrics back, and the closing of Broadway's “Tommy” and Huey Lewis musicals. We have audience reviews of Pixies, Brandi Carlile, Bonnie Raitt, and the Celine Dion documentary plus our New Music Picks of The Week including tracks from Keith Urban, Wilco, LP Giobbi, and more. We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On episode #47 of Sound Up, Mark Goodman returns and Nathaniel Rateliff joins us to discuss the new album from Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, South of Here. In Music News, we talk about George Strait breaking an attendance record, Ozzy refusing to move back to England, Queen selling their catalog for a billion, and Dead And Company possibly returning to The Sphere. Plus we have our New Music Picks of The Week including tracks from Ghost, Mavis Staples, The Mysterines and Coldplay.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod

On Episode #46 of "Sound Up! with Mark Goodman and Alan Light," we discuss the perfect length for a concert with our live audience members, The Sound Up Pod Squad. In music news, we cover Justin Timberlake's DUI arrest, Billy Joel's comments on not making another album, the cancellation of several country music festivals, The Eagles at the Sphere, and Post Malone's announcement of a new album.  Plus, producer Roger Coletti reviews the "Brats" documentary and we get a Frank Turner live review from a listener.  We want to make you part of the conversation. Leave us your comments via text or audio message at connect@sounduppod.com https://www.instagram.com/sounduppod/https://twitter.com/sounduppod