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Show #44: 09.30.06
Topic: Rock Doctors
Reviews: Mastodon, DJ Shadow

This week the doctors are back in. Rock MDs Jim and Greg diagnose yet another ailing patient and prescribe some musical cures. Plus reviews of new albums from DJ Shadow and hardcore metal act Mastodon and a Desert Island Jukebox pick from Greg.

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Show #43: 09.23.06
Topic: Touch and Go Records celebrates 25 Years
Reviews: Lupe Fiasco, Yo La Tengo

This week Jim and Greg discuss the 25 year history of one of music's best independent labels - Touch and Go Records. They'll also review new records from Yo La Tengo and Lupe Fiasco.

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Show #42: 09.16.06
Guest: Glenn Kotche
Review: Justin Timberlake

This week Jim and Greg welcome Glenn Kotche. The percussionist, best known as the drummer for Wilco, stops by to perform and joins Jim and Greg in a discussion on the state of modern drumming. Plus, tune in for the latest music news and a review of the new album by Justin Timberlake.

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Bonus Song "Mobile Parts 1, 2 and 3": (link)
Bonus Song "Clapping Music Variations": (link)

Show #41: 09.09.06
Topic: Guilty Pleasures

Even rock critics have guilty pleasures, and this week Jim and Greg come clean about theirs. They'll confess some of their biggest musical sins and hear some of yours.

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Show #40: 09.02.06
Guest: Gov't Mule
Reviews: Beyonce, TV on the Radio

Gov't Mule, one of the hardest rocking jam bands around, joins Jim and Greg for a performance and conversation. Plus, the latest music news, reviews and a Desert Island Jukebox pick.

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