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Everclear’s frontman Art Alexakis talks to Kyle Meredith about how buzz from SXSW helped launch the band. He also recalls bartering musical gear for $400 of studio time to record the band's debut full-length, World of Noise, discusses the need to pay dues as a band, and spills some details on his upcoming solo record.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Lump’s Mike Lindsay talks to Kyle Meredith about how he met bandmate Laura Marling at a Neil Young concert after-party. The Tunng songwriter also goes behind the scenes of Lump's debut full-length, discusses the liberation of writing an entire album in a single key, and announces a new Tunng album featuring the band's original lineup for the first time in a decade. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Blur guitarist and solo artist Graham Coxon talks to Kyle Meredith about the American influences on his debut solo album, The Sky Is Too High, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. He also discusses scoring the hit television series The End of the F***king World, two solo projects he's hoping to release, and why he expects to record another album with Blur in the future.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Metric’s frontwoman Emily Haines talks to Kyle Meredith about the band’s new concert film, Dreams So Real, which goes behind the scenes to show what goes into staging a Metric arena show. She also speaks about the perks of playing full albums in concert, reflects on 20 years of Metric, and promises that the band will be playing new songs on their upcoming tour.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Mighty Mighty Bosstones’ frontman Dicky Barrett talks to Kyle Meredith about the band's first record in seven years, While We're at It, and the influence of Burt Bacharach's "What the World Needs Now Is Love" on the record's vibe. He also speaks about the hopeful nature of ska music, the idea that the new album completes an intended trilogy, and nearly 30 years of being a Bosstone. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ace of Base songwriter Jonas Berggren talks to Kyle Meredith about the 25th anniversary of hit album The Sign and how the band developed their unique pop-reggae sound. He also explains why Ace of Base put out different versions of their albums under different titles in the United States, reacts to his band's influence on artists like Katy Perry and Lady Gaga, and breaks down why record labels think some songs are "too European" for American audiences.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Unknown Mortal Orchestra frontman and guitarist Ruban Nielson talks to Kyle Meredith about his band's new album, Sex & Food, and how recording took place in locations around the world, including Iceland, Vietnam, and Mexico City. He also details being mysteriously attacked outside a Portland bar a few weeks ago, comments on American culture from a New Zealand perspective, and discusses trying to write a non-cheesy children's song.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Legendary guitarist Johnny Marr talks to Kyle Meredith about his new solo album, Call the Comet, and how Depeche Mode influenced several of the songs. Marr also reveals why he turned down an offer to reunite with The The, his desire to collaborate again with Hans Zimmer, and whether he's worried Morrissey's controversial comments will have any impact on The Smiths' legacy.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dave Lory, former manager of Jeff Buckley, is out with a new book called Jeff Buckley: From Hallelujah to Last Goodbye. Lory talks to Kyle Meredith about Buckley's final days; the would-be sophomore LP, Sketches For My Sweetheart The Drunk; Chris Cornell, who was Jeff's friend and died as Dave was finishing the book; and the extreme shelf life of Buckley's "Hallelujah" cover, as well as getting Leonard Cohen's blessing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kate Pierson walks Kyle Meredith through The B-52's history, beginning with their early days playing CBGBs and Max's Kansas City, to their mainstream success in the 1980's, all the way to their latest album, 2008's Funplex. Pierson also reveals why there won't be another B-52s album, though she does promise a new solo album co-written by Sia. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy