Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo (Audio)

In this very special super-sized episode, RRSSC welcomes back Ricky Cobb to help us ring in Major League Baseball's Opening Day. We trade our playoff predictions for the 2016 season, along with our best guesses for the MVP and Cy Young awards. We also weigh the pros and cons of MLB's evolving Opening Day to include more Sunday games before the traditional Monday openers.

In this episode, we discuss the latest rumors of Axl Rose joining AC/DC for the remaining dates of their tour and the other drama surrounding the band over the last few years. We then talk about Lollapalooza's 25 year history and its evolution in light of recent criticisms of mega-festivals. To close, we speculate on the impact of new smokeless tobacco bans in some Major League Baseball cities.

In this episode, we remember the late Keith Emerson, founding member of Emerson, Lake and Palmer, who passed away at age 71. Levi gives his report from the Cubs' Spring Training game he attended in Mesa, Arizona. And we debate whether Spring Training games should be played in the evening, as some players suggest.

In this episode, we welcome special guest Steve Hofstetter. Steve is a comedian and host of Major League Podcast. Steve talks about the early success of his podcast, his childhood Mets fandom and working with the Yankees during the team's 2000 World Series victory over the Mets. We also ask Steve about his veteran experience at throwing out first pitches and which teams he sees as contenders in 20...

In this episode, we discuss Sturgill Simpson's new song and what it means to be an "outlaw" country artist. We then discuss Graham Nash's recent remarks about the demise of Crosby, Stills and Nash. On the heels of the announcement of Alice In Chains opening for Guns N' Roses, we share our most memorable opening acts from past shows. Finally, as Spring Training kicks into gear, we do a refresher on...

In this episode, we discuss Major League Baseball's rule changes for 2016, Yoenis Cespedes wearing his hat backwards and the types of managers that question such actions of their players. This leads to our discussion of best managers in baseball and what, exactly, makes a good manager. We also share releases from Pat Matheny, Yuck, Pinkshinyultrablast, Mondo Drag and a bunch of retrowave bands.

Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo has reformatted to shorter episodes and full webcam video - once again - on our YouTube channel! In this episode, we discuss Lady Gaga's David Bowie tribute at the GRAMMYs, the Grateful Dead tribute by indie bands and the Pitchfork Festival lineup slated for July in Chicago. As pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training, we also eagerly jump into prognostications, fu...

Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo has reformatted to shorter episodes and full webcam video - once again - on our YouTube channel! In this episode, we chat with guitarist and songwriter Marc Ford. Marc played with The Black Crowes before starting his formidable solo career. He discusses grass roots record production, the evolution of the music business and his guitar technique. He also discusses collabora...

Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo has reformatted to shorter episodes and full webcam video - once again - on our YouTube channel! In this episode, we chat with Calixte Stamp, who married Chris Stamp - an original manager for The Who - in 1979. Calixte discusses Chris' work with The Who, Jimi Hendrix and more. She also talks about living in New York City and visiting CBGB's, The Cotton Club and other hist...

Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo has reformatted to shorter episodes and full webcam video - once again - on our YouTube channel! In this episode, we chat with Steve Gorman, the host of Steve Gorman SPORTS! and drummer for the Black Crowes and Trigger Hippy. He discusses the Baltimore Orioles, rediscovering Devo, touring with David Bowie and recording with Warren Zevon on his final album.

Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo has reformatted to shorter episodes and full webcam video - once again - on our YouTube channel! In this episode, we discuss the Mets re-signing of Yoenis Cespedes, the passing of rock legend Glenn Frey and we create our dream setlist for Pearl Jam at Bonnaroo 2016 to be held in June.

Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo has reformatted to shorter episodes and full webcam video - once again - on our YouTube channel! In this episode, we discuss the MLB free agent signings of Chris Davis and Ian Kennedy. We then move on to the rumored Bonnaroo lineup, which includes Pearl Jam, LCD Soundsystem and The Dead & Co. Finally, we remember an absolute rock legend in David Bowie.

Rock & Roll Shin-Soo Choo has reformatted to shorter episodes and full webcam video - once again - on our YouTube channel! In our first episode of 2016, we discuss the MLB Hall of Fame vote, Ken Griffey Jr., Mike Piazza, Bonds, Clemens and more. We also discuss the legacy of Lemmy from Motorhead. To close, we contemplate the rumored Guns N' Roses reunion lineup and what it will take to entice us t...

Flournoy Holmes is a GRAMMY-nominated album designer who has worked with the Allman Brothers Band, Marshall Tucker Band, Dr. John, and Widespread Panic, among many others. He tells tales of everything from working with Duane Allman on Eat A Peach to helping the Marshall Tucker Band get a record deal. Watch a full video version of this episode at RockChoo.com to see all of Flournoy's album artwork...

In the Leadoff, we discuss the Cubs big acquisitions and the recently announced Rock Hall inductees. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss our favorite albums of 2015, including Levi's biggest bin finds of the year. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Professor Longhair, She & Him, and Steve Hillage.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the David Price deal and the MLB hot stove transaction season. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss our favorite album covers and album cover artists, including Mudhoney, Van Halen and The Outfield. Watch a full video version of this episode at RockChoo.com to see all of the album artwork as it's being described! In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Doug Sahm, a...

In the Leadoff, we discuss Yasiel Puig, the fevered pitch of Guns N' Roses reunion chatter and the Tool/Primus tour. In the Heart of the Order, we welcome special guest and lifelong Cubs fan Edward David Anderson, who just released his new album Lower Alabama: The Loxley Sessions. We also discuss the beginning of MLB's hot stove free agency season and what could be in store for the White Sox, Roya...

In the Leadoff, we discuss the Royals World Series Championship. Jonathan describes the city's reaction and attending the rally. Gabe and Jonathan discuss recent concerts they attended. Levi starts surmising some Cubs off-season moves. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss music and albums that we associate with the Fall and Winter, including Nick Drake, the Rolling Stones and The War on Drugs. In...

In the Leadoff, we discuss the MLB playoffs, including the runs made by Levi's Cubs and Jonathan's Royals. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss Southern Rock and its evolution over the last 45 years. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from The Blasters, John Hammond and Marty Stuart.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the month of baseball and music releases. Gabe talks about attending Riot Fest. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss baseball media personalities - from Harold Reynolds to Vin Scully. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Bill Fay, Two Gallants and Andrés Segovia.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the MLB playoff races, Levi attending NedFest and Gabe looking forward to Riot Fest. In the Heart of the Order, we discuss solo projects in rock - everything from George Harrison to Jenny Lewis. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Steve Gunn, Neil Diamond and Royal Headache.

In the Leadoff, we discuss the collapse of the ceiling at First Avenue in Minneapolis and our own somewhat harrowing experiences at concerts. In the Heart of the Order, we welcome special guest Susie Ochs from Macworld as we discuss rivalries in sports and music, choosing sides and rooting within reason. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Galactic, Fu Manchu, The Sword and Vessels.

In the Leadoff, we discuss The Dead shows in Chicago and the impact of the MLB trade deadline moves. In the Heart of the Order, we look fondly upon our neighbors to the north, as we discuss the rich history of Canadian baseball and music. In the Bullpen Session, we share music from Apostle of Hustle, Steve Goodman and Ambrosia.

In the Leadoff, we discuss recent concerts we attended by My Morning Jacket, Belle & Sebastian and Courtney Barnett. We also discuss MLB and potential White Sox moves. In the Heart of the Order, we anticpiate the Grateful Dead's July 4th weekend shows at Soldier Field in Chicago, discussing the myriad eras of the band and what made them so important to American music. In the Bullpen Session, we sh...

It's great to be back! We start by discussing the FBI's investigation into the St. Louis Cardinals hacking of the Houston Astros. Could this be the scandal that brings the franchise down a peg? We then discuss Kansas City's unabashed All Star Game ballot stuffing and Dave Grohl's impressive return to the stage with a broken leg. In the Bullpen Session, we recommend albums from the Rolling Stones,...