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Volbeat frontman Michael Poulsen jumps on the line with Kyle Meredith to talk about Servant of the Mind, an album made after a prolific writing period during the first lockdown. The Danish musician discusses the heaviness of the record, what draws him to his dark lyrics, and taking musical inspiration from Black Sabbath. Poulsen also tells us about the supernatural experiences he’s had and how they made their way into the set, and what we might expect from Volbeat's upcoming tour with Ghost. (Tickets for that tour are available here!) Elsewhere, Poulsen discusses covering The Cramps' version of Roy Orbison’s "Domino" and Metallica’s "Don’t Tread On Me" for the Blacklist collection. Listen to the episode now, and then make sure you're subscribed to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts. For more information on all our shows, you can also follow the Consequence Podcast Network. --- 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

Aimee Mann catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about Queens of The Summer Hotel, an album that was written as the musical accompaniment for a planned stage adaptation of the book Girl, Interrupted. The singer-songwriter discusses the heavy subject matter, her own experiences with depression and mental health, dissociation, spending time in a treatment center, and how it all relates to the characters and lyrics within the songs. Mann also tells us about the freeing nature of writing stage music and directing the music towards the Burt Bacharach period of the late-'60s. Elsewhere, she also talks about dueting on Badfinger’s "Name of the Game" for Susanna Hoffs’ new album. Listen to the episode above, and make sure to subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts. For more information on all our shows, you can also follow the Consequence Podcast Network. In fact, you can also listen to Mann's recent appearance on CPN's Going There with Dr. Mike, during which she discussed the isolation of obsessive thinking and anxiety for Suicide Prevention Month. --- 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

Zakk Wylde sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about the new Black Label Society album, Doom Crew Inc., in particular the album’s showcasing of the band's twin guitar attack. The legendary guitarist digs into his thoughts on the prowess of other musicians, being a reflection of the music we listen to, and how the lockdown had him sidelined at home for the first time in decades. He also shares stories about the ridiculous fun BLS had shooting the videos for "End of Days" and "Set You Free." Wylde also takes us back to 1991 for the 30th anniversary of Ozzy Osbourne’s No More Tears album and discusses what it was like to be a hard rock band in the age of grunge. Listen to the new episode now, and then make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts. For more information on all our podcasts, follow the Consequence Podcast Network. --- 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

Houndmouth’s Matt Meyers and Shane Cody catch up with Kyle Meredith to talk about their new album, Good for You. The pair called in from the very practice space and recording studio that they made the record, affectionately known as The Green House. Coming from Southern Indiana (just across the river from Louisville), Houndmouth take us inside the characters that populate the new LP's songs and tell about basing the lyrics in the Midwest with a Southern Gothic twist. They also explain why they return to the Kentucky Derby in the title track and how it ties in with the song "Las Vegas" and Matt’s love of poker. Listen to the episode now, and then make sure you're subscribed to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts. For more information on all our shows, you can also follow the Consequence Podcast Network. --- 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

Justin Hawkins of The Darkness sits down with Kyle Meredith for an interview about Motorheart, the explosive new album from the British rock band. The lead singer tells us about making sure this wasn’t a pandemic record, the loss of mystique with direct access to artists, and writing as a character with disappointing relationships.  In fact, its those relationships that finds the album’s narrator hooking up with a sex robot and singing about Jussy’s Girl, which is and isn’t a nod to the Rick Springfield song. Listen to the full interview in the latest episode of Kyle Meredith With…, then make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Also, you can follow the Consequence Podcast Network for information on all our shows. --- 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

Sting catches up with Kyle Meredith to give us the details behind his new album, The Bridge. The legendary The Police musician talks about the themes of characters in transition, his penchant for writing about very specific professions, and the water symbolism that finds its way into his art. Elsewhere, we get to hear how Sting ended up in Hulu's Only Murders in the Building alongside Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. He reveals how he reacted to his character being a bit of a caricature of his real self, and teases whether or not we can expect a return for another season. Listen to Sting on the latest episode of Kyle Meredith With…, then make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Also, you can follow the Consequence Podcast Network for information on all our shows. --- 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

Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles sits down with Kyle Meredith to detail her new covers album, Bright Lights. The singer-songwriter talks about the importance of cover songs in her career and performing the music of artists who tragically died, including Nick Drake, Chris Bell, and Prince. Hoffs also tells us about her history singing with Aimee Mann, who duets on a cover of Bad Finger’s "Name of the Game." Elsewhere, she discusses her wanting the Austin Powers band Ming Tea to reunite for next year’s 25th anniversary, as well as covering David Bowie and working with Julian Hatfield on her 1991 debut solo album. Make sure you're subscribed to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for information on all our shows. --- 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

Maynard James Keenan of Puscifer joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the newly launched Puscifer TV. The frontman -- also known for Tool and A Perfect Circle -- takes us back to the birth of Puscifer and the influence of underground comedy in the '80s and '90s. He details plans for the new streaming hub, which include a pair of upcoming, unannounced concert films, and how it the whole project ties back to the music they make. Keenan also goes in depth about his wine vineyard, being adaptable to climate change, and the importance of community with both his farm and the Puscifer project. Listen to Maynard James Keenan talk all things Puscifer by listening to the latest episode of Kyle Meredith With… above, and make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the Consequence Podcast Network for information on all our shows. --- 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

Michael Stipe and Mike Mills sit down with Kyle Meredith to remember R.E.M.’s 1996 album New Adventures in Hi-Fi for its 25th anniversary. The rock legends talk about writing the bulk of the record while touring the Monster album, the idea of spontaneity within the songs, and Stipe using religion as a writing tool. We also hear what it was like for the lead singer to meet his idol Patti Smith for the first time, hearing Eddie Vedder and Jason Isbell’s recent covers of R.E.M. classics, and new music on the way from both individuals. Make sure to subscribe to Kyle Meredith With... wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for information on all our shows. --- 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

Gavin Rossdale catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about the 20th anniversary of Golden State, a record that found Bush going back-to-basics but also with the unfortunate timing of releasing it right before 9/11. He tells us about having his songs recontextualized in the wake of the Twin Towers attack, signing with a record label who seemed to fail them at every turn, and eventually losing half of the band in the aftermath of it all. Rossdale also takes us into his acting career, including his recent role in Janell Shirtcliff’s Habit alongside Bella Thorne, Paris Jackson, and The Kills. He also discusses how his scenes from Brittany Murphy’s Little Black Book were cut because screen tests said they had too much chemistry, and the details on his next movie called The Edge of Nowhere, also directed by Shirtcliff. Make sure to subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for information on all our shows. --- 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