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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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On episode #60 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.

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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.

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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.

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