2025 Mixtape, Obituaries and Singles of the Year
In this year-end 2025 episode of Sound Opinions, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reflect on the year in music by honoring artists lost, spotlighting standout singles, and sharing Greg’s annual mixtape — a curated emotional journey through protest, dread, and resilience. The episode ble
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