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The Shangri-Las

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#208: Steven McDonald

February 14, 2025

Steven McDonald, bassist of the band Redd Kross, discusses the band's 40+ year career from their early days in the LA punk scene opening for Black Flag to their recent reunion, new album and documentary. He shares colorful anecdotes about the challenges and adventures of being a "lifer" musician.

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#106: What’s The Best?!?: Covers

February 24, 2023

The hosts discuss and play their top 5 favorite cover songs, with picks ranging from The Specials covering "A Message to You Rudy" by Dandy Livingstone to Cheap Trick's rendition of "Ain't That a Shame" by Fats Domino. They debate what makes a great cover song and whether the covers are better than the originals. No songs were picked by more than one host, highlighting the wide diversity of opinions and tastes when it comes to great cover songs.

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