PEL Presents NEM#150: Josh Caterer (Smoking Popes): Punk + 40s Melodies (+ Occasional Jesus)

<p>Josh released three albums and some EPs in the 90s with his brothers as the Chicago-area punk band Smoking Popes, then became a Christian and released an album and a half as Duvall, then reformed the Smoking Popes to release three more albums since 2008. He's also released some religious material as a solo artist, and his new album is composed of live covers of classic songs and reworkings of his own material.</p> <p>We discuss "Need You Around," originally from <a href="https://amzn.to/3h3fEIF"><em>Born to Quit</em></a> (1995) and re-arranged for <a href="https://amzn.to/3j8sdEU"><em>The Hideout Sessions</em></a> (2021). We then turn to the Popes' "Amanda My Love" from <a href="https://amzn.to/3gXomrQ"><em>Into the Agony</em></a> (2018) and Duvall's "Taking Me Home" from <a href="https://amzn.to/3zU16U4"><em>Volume &amp; Density</em></a> (2003), and we conclude with another new recording, "My Funny Valentine" (Rodgers/Hart). Intro: "Megan" from <a href="https://amzn.to/3h0zeVD"><em>Destination Failure</em></a> (1997).</p> <p><a href="http://www.nakedlyexaminedmusic.com/">Hear more Nakedly Examined Music</a>. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nemusicpodcast/">Like our Facebook page</a>. <a href="http://patreon.com/nakedlyexaminedmusic">Support us on Patreon</a>.</p> <p>Sponsor: Visit <a href="https://www.hellofresh.com/14pretty">HelloFresh.com/14pretty</a> and use code 14pretty for up to 14 free meals with free shipping.</p>