Planet LP
Hosted by Ted Asregadoo, the Planet LP podcast delves deep into music -- and sometimes books about music. Ted works in the San Francisco Bay Area radio scene -- and has for a mighty long time. In addition to a career working for companies like iHeartMedia, Ted writes a lot about music and pop culture. Some of his work is featured on Ultimate Classic Rock, Popdose, and MusicTap. Join him each week 'cause he's dropping the needle on a world of albums!
Episodes
On January 8th, 2016, David Bowie celebrated his 69th birthday with the release of his 26th and final studio album, Blackstar. Two days later, Bowie was gone after succumbing to liver cancer.
Now, a decade after its haunting release, host Ted Asregadoo revisits Bowie’s final masterpiece. Was it a "pretentious" swan song or a stroke of avant-garde genius? From its "dark jazz" undertones to the incredible m...
Episode 118 is here, and we're doing something a little different! This time, we're spotlighting a killer new track: "Wormslayer" by Kula Shaker – the title track from their 8th studio album.
This seven-minute prog-rock journey is EPIC. It starts with a meditative mantra, builds through psychedelic keyboards, and then the guitars absolutely kick in. Kula Shaker has been fusing Anglo-British rock with Indi...
Hey, it's the first episode of the Planet LP Podcast for 2026! Host Ted Asregadoo kicks off the new year by looking back at the memorable music-related experiences from 2025 with special guest Jeff Giles, co-host of The Record Player Podcast and author of Jefitoblog.
While best-of lists may feel less relevant in today's era of personalized music consumption, Ted and Jeff take a different approach—reflecti...
Host Ted Asregadoo is flying solo this week to dive into the music of a band that defined the 1990s alternative scene for him: Belly. Belly, fronted by the immensely talented singer-songwriter Tanya Donelly, ascended quickly through the '90s alt-rock ranks. Donelly's journey is a fascinating tapestry of essential bands, starting with Throwing Muses (1986-1991) and a short but significant tenure in The Breeders, before s...
On Episode 115 of the Planet LP Podcast, Ted Asregadoo dives deep into a pivotal moment in The Who’s history — their 1978 album Who Are You — with longtime Who aficionado Jason Hare.
Who Are You may not top most fans’ lists of the band’s greatest albums, but it remains one of the most significant. Released on August 18, 1978, it was the last record to feature the original lineup and arrived at a moment wh...
Ted Asregadoo is joined by a very special guest: original Planet LP co-host John Young! John returns to the mic for a hilarious, lighthearted episode dedicated to the universal experience of the misheard lyric, or "mondegreens." From classic rock blunders like AC/DC's "Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap" to modern mix-ups like Taylor Swift's "Starbucks Lovers," they share famous examples from their own list and some from Ultim...
On episode 113 of the Planet LP podcast, host Ted Asregadoo welcomes guest John Maschino to dive deep into the world of protest songs. While many immediately think of the 1960s, this episode explores how rebellious anthems have evolved and continue to be a powerful force in music. From the satirical observations of Devo's "Beautiful World" to the deeply personal liberation in Chappell Roan's "Pink Pony Club," and the un...
On this week's episode, host Ted Asregadoo sits down with two of his biggest Billy Joel fan friends, Jeff Giles and Jason Hare, to discuss the recent HBO documentary, And So It Goes.
Jeff is the founder of Popdose, host of The Record Player podcast, and creator of the new site Harmonic, while Jason is also a co-founder of Popdose and an avid triathlete. Ted, who was once a DJ imprisoned by the monotony o...
Spring 2025 Season Finale
Host Ted Asregadoo closes out the spring season by shining a spotlight on the most essential—yet often overlooked—members of any great band: the drummers. Reuniting with John Young (John was a co-host during the first year of Planet LP’s existence in 2021), this episode serves as both a musical celebration and a reminder that creativity and joy persist even in the darkest o...
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...
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