MC5: America's Most Revolutionary Rock Band
13 September 2024 - 50 minsThis week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot are discussing the new book MC5: An Oral History of Rock's Most Revolutionary Band. The hosts are joined by the book's authors, Jaan Uhelszki and Brad Tolinski.
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Featured Songs:
MC5, "Motor City is Burning," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969
MC5, "Ramblin' Rose," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969
MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969
MC5, "Starshi...
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