Planet LP

This episode of the Planet LP Podcast, hosted by Ted Asregadoo, delves into the unexpected musical blind spots of even the most accomplished music journalists. Ted is joined by prolific music writer and co-host of The Record Player podcast, Jeff Giles (Popdose, Ultimate Classic Rock, Diffuser FM, Jefitoblog, and Harmonic.fm).

The discussion centers on highly-regarded albums that, despite their critical ac...

In this episode of The Planet LP Podcast, host Ted Asregadoo takes listeners on a deep dive into Pat Benatar's groundbreaking early career, examining her first four albums that established her as a pioneering force in hard rock. The episode explores how Benatar shattered the glass ceiling for female artists in a male-dominated genre during the late 1970s and early 1980s, while also revealing the creative challenges that...

In this Spring 2025 episode of the Planet LP Podcast, host Ted Asregadoo shares his first-hand experience at the Cruel World Music Festival in Pasadena, California, held on May 17, 2025. Attending his very first music festival to celebrate a milestone birthday, Ted is joined by longtime friend and fellow music superfan John Maschino for a lively recap of the day's highlights.

Together, they dive into perf...

In this episode of "The Planet LP Podcast," host Ted Asregadoo welcomes back guest Scott Malchus for a nostalgic dive into the world of midnight movies.

Remember those late-night screenings of cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and "Pink Floyd: The Wall"?

Scott and Ted share their favorite music-related films, including Ted's picks like "This is Spinal Tap," "Stop Making Se...

IT’S THE FINAL EPISODE OF 2024!

Join Planet LP host Ted Asregadoo and Popdose's Keith Creighton as they wrap up an incredible year of music! In this jam-packed episode, Ted and Keith dive into their favorite songs and albums of 2024—not with a ranked list, but with thematic categories that make for a thoughtful and entertaining retrospective.

In the first segment, Keith and Ted talk about b...

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 some deep talk about My Effin' Life by Geddy Lee, Nothi...

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, and the impact of sig...

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 and Ultimate Prince, and Theo Gonzalves who is p...

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 -- alongside impressive new music from As For The...

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, legendary live recordings, and discussions abo...

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 indie band Wickerfish, clashes with Jon Bon Jov...

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 overdoses.

Keith focuses on The Go-Go's third album, "T...

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 a return to familiar territory for Swift: exploring the complexities of relationships, especially ...

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 the firehose of music at our fingertips, finding standout single songs that aren't from the pantheon of superstars who domi...

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?

• Ariana Grande - Eternal Sunshine: We debate the merits of this ...

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 returns to the pod, shar...

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:

• Dial-up days: The internet was in its infancy, a...

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, Prince, Bjork, Pulp, The Smashing Pumpkins, The Bogmen, Whipping Boy, Belly, Aimee Mann, Rancid and more ...

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 Life with the Walter Boys," MTV's "Awkw...