About this episode

The episode explores the discography and evolution of the band Superchunk, featuring discussions with band members and co-hosts.

There's no way we could fit Superchunk's discography into a sole episode of Secretly Frequencies, and today debuts the first half of our trip through the indie stalwarts' ouevre. Started by Mac McCaughan and Laura Ballance in Chapel Hill, North Carolina in 1989, Superchunk have released thirteen studio albums, four singles collections, and founded and operate their own resolutely independent label Merge Records. Mac McCaughan and guitarist Jim Wilbur tag-team with co-hosts Tom Davies and Eric Osmon (Run For Cover Records, Lame-o Records) to cover a couple decades' worth of music, including unexpected moments of vulnerability with Steve Albini, the evolution of the band's sound, and friendly ribbing via studio talkback. Tune in, Part 2 coming soon. Secretly Frequencies - Superchunk Playlist Superchunk - Merge Records Secretly Society Podcast Episodes Secretly Society General Information

People in this episode

Hosts: Mac McCaughan, Tom Davies, Eric Osmon

Guest: Jim Wilbur

Topics covered

• Superchunk discography
• indie music
• band evolution
• studio talkback
• music interviews

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Superchunk, Merge Records, Run For Cover Records, Lame-o Records

Places: Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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• Secretly Weekly - Episode 2 · May 22, 2026 · 45 min

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