On this episode of the Planet LP podcast, host Ted Asregadoo meets up with novelist, pop culture writer, and podcast host Jeff Giles to recommend some essential reads for music lovers. Ted and Jeff dive into a curated selection of rock biographies, behind-the-scenes histories, and critical perspectives on some of music’s biggest names. Get ready for…
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American Idiot: A 20th Anniversary Retrospective Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo and guest pop culture and sports writer Beau Dure commemorate the 20th anniversary of Green Day’s iconic album, “American Idiot.” In this in-depth discussion, Ted and Beau delve into the political and social climate that shaped “American Idiot,” exploring themes of generational alienation, disillusionment,…
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Purple Rain Revisited Forty years after its release, Purple Rain continues to cast a mesmerizing spell. Join Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo as he delves deep into this iconic album and film with a panel of Prince experts: Keith Creighton from Popdose, Ultimate Prince and frequent Planet LP contributor, Matthew Wilkening from Ultimate Classic Rock…
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Single Play with Popdose founder and Mayor of the Humanities, Jeff Giles In episode 102 of Planet LP, host Ted Asregadoo is joined by Popdose founder Jeff Giles for a special Single Play episode. Get ready to expand your playlist and discover hidden gems from legendary artists like The Clash and concept project, Largo —…
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Concert Confessions: Planet LP Dives Deep on Live Shows! Inspired by their recent reviews of Echo & The Bunnymen and The Chameleons, Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo joins forces with Popdose writer Keith Creighton. Together, they unpack their wildest concert experiences – the good, the bad, and the truly bizarre. Get ready for insider stories,…
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Blast from the Past & Music Biz Future This milestone episode reunites OG Planet LP co-host John Young with Ted Asregadoo! Forget reminiscing – the guys are diving DEEP into making it in the music business. Part 1: From Wickerfish to Bon Jovi – Was “all or nothing” the only way? John, co-founder of ’80s…
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On this episode, Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo and Popdose writer Keith Creighton revisit two albums that left a lasting impression on them 40 years after their initial releases. Ted dives into the Pretenders’ “Learning to Crawl,” a pivotal album that marked the band’s resilience after the tragic deaths of two original members from drug…
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Taylor Swift knows how to launch an album. Her marketing is a machine, and her fans eagerly devour every detail. Her 11th studio album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” arrived in a surprising double dose! First came 15 songs at midnight on April 19th, followed by another 15 just two hours later. This 31-song release marks…
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For decades, the sale of single songs was dominant in the music industry. Singles are still popular, and in the age of streaming, single plays make up the bulk of how most people listen to music. Not a lot has changed since radio was dominant in terms of single songs that become hits. However, with…
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Ted Asregadoo and Keith Creighton dive deep into new releases from Ariana Grande, Green Day, Honeymoon Suite, The Pineapple Thief, and more! They also discuss the struggle of separating the artist from the art, using Ariana Grande as an example. Is it possible to love her music but not care about her personal life? New…
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The Music That Made Us Ever wondered what albums shaped your musical DNA? In this supersized episode, we dive deep into the most influential records that have soundtracked the lives of Ted Asregadoo, his former colleagues, listeners, and even his daughter Maya! First up, a blast from the past! Ted’s former iHeartMedia co-worker Michael McGauley…
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Bonus Blast from the Dial-Up Era Remember dial-up modems and AOL CDs that came in the mail? 1995 was a transition year in culture. Yes, there were iconic albums (covered in Episode 94) but there were cultural shifts that shaped the years going forward. Ted and Keith talk about:
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This episode kicks off a new series on Planet LP called “A Great Year in Music?” by focusing on mostly alternative music in 1995. Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo and Popdose writer Keith Creighton delve into 1995 by spotlighting 10 albums that, for them, marked some truly great work by artists that they admire. Tricky,…
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Staying True To Her Musical Indie Roots While Soundtracking To Success This week, Planet LP welcomes Canadian indie artist Nat Jay for a conversation that defies conventional paths to music industry success. Forget the grueling tours and viral challenges – Nat carved her niche by writing infectious songs that landed on shows like Netflix’s “My…
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From Jam Band Roots to Arena Rock Titans: Diving into Journey’s 50-Year Odyssey with Ultimate Classic Rock Editor, Nick DeRiso Between 1978 and 1986, Journey ruled the airwaves. Multi-platinum albums, chart-topping singles, and packed arenas were their norm. But then, silence. A decade went by with little to no band activity. In 1996, Journey roared…
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Celebrate the grand finale of 2023 with episode 91 from Planet LP! Join your host, Ted Asregadoo, and Popdose writer Keith Creighton as they take a retrospective glance at the year’s standout albums. Keith recently unveiled his curated list, “An Aging Hipster’s Top 50 Albums of 2023,” on Popdose. However, as Ted unveils his picks,…
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Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo welcomes the founders of Popdose, Jeff Giles and Jason Hare to talk about holiday music. Jeff and Jason were the brains behind a long-running series on Popdose called Mellowmas. If you’ve ever watched Mystery Science Theater 3000, you’ll love Jeff and Jason’s snarky take on some of the worst Christmas…
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Geddy Lee, the vocalist and bassist for the iconic progressive rock band Rush, shares his life story in his memoir “My Effin’ Life.” From his childhood in Toronto, where he faced bullying and found solace in music, to his lifelong musical partnership with guitarist Alex Lifeson (Alex Lifeson), Lee recounts his journey with honesty and…
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The November 2023 New Music Report is jam-packed with quality tunes from Transcanada Highwaymen, Duran Duran, Nat Jay, and more! The Big Album spotlight is on Prince’s “Diamond and Pearls.”
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Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo does a Big Think on the latest releases by The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. He also loops in his family for a brief roundtable discussion of “Now and Then.”
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Ted and Keith chitty chat about Taylor Swift’s new concert film and October’s new music releases by Volk, boygenius, The Rolling Stones, The Jack Rubies and more
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Robin Taylor Zander visits Planet LP to talk about the making of his first solo album, “The Distance,” and his role as a rhythm guitarist when touring as a member of his dad’s band, Cheap Trick.
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September’s new music releases were so big that Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo and Popdose writer Keith Creighton had to split the conversation into two parts. Hi! This is part two.
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Part one of Septembers New Music Report features a slew of new releases from Olivia Rodrigo, Orbis Max, Dolph Cheney, Cindy Wilson, Steven Wilson, The Pretenders, Best Ex and more! Plus, Ted and Keith talk about the MTV VMAs and Jann Wenner’s view of musicians who are masters of their craft.
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In this episode, Robbie Robertson is remembered and the Popdose New Music Report with Keith Creighton has a diverse group of new CD releases for August 2023
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