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For today’s Rewind, we look back at four interviews between St. Vincent and Kyle Meredith. Starting in 2012 while touring Strange Mercy, we found Annie Clark backstage at Bonnaroo to discuss her then-upcoming collaboration with the Talking Heads’ David Byrne, punk rock, and dancing. The next stop finds us backstage in Nashville in 2015 while touring her self-titled LP, where she discusses the Grammys, being "weird," and mythology. From there, it’s 2017 to dig into Masseduction, her activities between LPs, and being the subject of tabloid culture, with the final stop in 2021 with the Daddy’s Home record with talk of 70’s nostalgia, 90s alternative, and wanting to make a Tool-like album.Listen to St. Vincent chat about all this and more in the new episode. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: h

James Bay joins Kyle Meredith to talk about his latest album, Changes All The Time. The singer-songwriter discusses branching out in his songwriting, being a people person, and the stress of making albums. He also details writing “Speed Limit” with Natalie Hemby and recording it in one take and the magic within the LP’s lead single “Up All Night,” which also features The Lumineers and Noah Kahan. Speaking of those two, Bay guests on both of their just-released live albums and talks about wanting to start a CSNY supergroup with those friends, or possibly take over the Monsters of Folk mantle for a followup to that 2010s release.Listen to James Bay chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Natasha Rothwell joins Kyle Meredith to talk about How To Die Alone, the new Hulu series that follows Mel (Rothwell), a JFK airport employee who’s never been in love and forgotten how to dream, until an accidental brush with death catapults her on a journey to finally take flight and start living by any means necessary. The actress, who also serves as the series creator, showrunner, and executive producer, tells us about telling the story of loneliness, especially as a child of 80s rom-coms, inserting ourselves into the bigger narrative, and that’s she’s been developing the show since 2016. Rothwell also discusses the soundtrack, with songs ranging from Radiohead to Nappy Roots to Whitesnake to “One Margarita,” and her time in a karaoke league, before giving us the smallest little peek into the upcoming season 3 of White Lotus.Listen to Natasha Rothwell chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podca

Dave Pirner is still running at full throttle with Soul Asylum, and their latest record, Slowly But Shirley, proves that their musical engine has plenty of mileage left. Speaking with Kyle Meredith, Pirner discusses the band’s new album, their upcoming tour with The Juliana Hatfield Three (get tickets here!), and what it takes to keep the creative fire burning 40 years into a career. Listen now.Slowly But Shirley sees Pirner reunite with producer Steve Jordan, who last worked with the band on 1990’s And the Horse They Rode In On. Jordan, who's been drumming for The Rolling Stones since 2021, helped the band strip back their sound to its raw essence.Slowly But Shirley also draws inspiration from an unexpected source: Shirley “Cha Cha” Muldowney, a pioneering female drag racer who defied a male-dominated sport in the 1970s. Pirner explains his admiration for her audacity and determination, saying, “She’s always been kind of an idol of mine." Noting that as an avid Hot Wheels collector, he adds, “I final

Today’s Rewind heads back to 2017, when Joe Scarborough stopped by to talk about the newly launched music side of his career. The Morning Joe host and former Congressman, who was once named by Time as one of the most influential people in the world, discussed his songwriting, what led to finally releasing it publicly, and of course how politics makes its way into his music.Listen to Joe Scarborough chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on Youtube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

H. Jon Benjamin joins Kyle Meredith to talk about his latest turn as The Jazz Daredevil. On this third outing, the (overly confident while being absent of any confidence) character takes center stage in The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack of the (Unproduced) Film… The Jazz Daredevil, which just as it sounds, is a soundtrack to a movie that hasn’t been made yet. But unlike his first two albums of instrumentals, this record also features dialogue of what would be the film, if the film were to have actually been made. But not all of the dialog, so there’s plenty of mystery for all of us to figure out. Benjamin, known as the voice to the title characters in both Bob’s Burgers and Archer, tells us how the script and concept came to be, how he conceived the character after a Bob’s Burgers live show, and the blind confidence and pride that keeps our hero recording and releasing despite the fact that he can’t really play piano. The comedian also reveals some of the inspiration they took from Bernard Herman’s Verti

Keith Urban joins Kyle Meredith to talk about his latest album, High. The country superstar tells us how the new collection started with a scrapped album that he started in 2022, and how ultimately he was unhappy with the limitations that the record faced, as well as breaking past his own songwriting comfort zones. Urban also details working with Mike Elazondo on “Laughing All The Way To The Drank,” fleshing out his songs live, the influence that ELO and Robert Palmer have had on him, and recently covering Ariana Grande.Listen to Keith Urban chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comedian Tim Heidecker joins Kyle Meredith to delve into the creative processes behind his latest album, Slipping Away. Listen to the interview now.Known for his comedy projects like Tim and Eric, Heidecker’s new record showcases his personal and musical evolution, which deepened during the pandemic. “I was hesitant to get sincere because my comedy was so drenched in irony. But this record taps into deeper fears and anxieties,” Heidecker explains.Outside of the album, we also get to hear about Heidecker's role in the upcoming A24 film Y2K, which is directed and co-written by Saturday Night Live alum Kyle Mooney. Heidecker also shares the fun story of the time he drove Pixies frontman Frank Black around in a minivan.Listen to Tim Heidecker chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries:

On this special rewind episode, revisit five interviews with Les Claypool of Primus and more. Listen to the trip through time and bass here.Starting in 2011, Claypool and his band dropped into the WFPK studio to dig into their just-released Green Naugahyde. From there, the musician talks about Americana music (and his Duo de Twang project), the Primus biography, and their tribute to Willy Wonka. The 2019 interview is with both Claypool and Sean Ono Lennon, with the two discussing the Claypool Lennon Delirium, environmental issues, black holes, and Julian Assange.The next stop is in 2022, where we hear about covering Rush and his thoughts on Maynard James Keenan’s wine. Finally, we arrive in 2023, when he touches on covering Tool and Pink Floyd.Listen to Les Claypool chat about all this and more in the new episode. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries:

The Jesus Lizard’s David Yow joins Kyle Meredith to talk about Rack, the band’s first release in 26 years. The rock icon dives deep on the record as well as his acting career, so listen now.Yow discusses how the record came to be, mentioning how band members Dwayne Denison and Mac McNeilly had been working on new ideas without his knowledge. Despite years apart, Yow explained that the band didn’t consciously try to replicate their old sound, but rather let things naturally evolve: “It’s going to sound like The Jesus Lizard no matter what we do.”The frontman also reveals the backstory of the song “Hide and Seek,” inspired by Lars von Trier’s film The House That Jack Built. The conversation also covers the track “Lord Gadiva,” a 27-year-old song that the band never released until now.Listen to The Jesus Lizard’s David Yow chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all

Keith Powers and Jan Luis Castellanos join Kyle Meredith to talk about Uglies, the new Joey King-starring movie that adapts Scott Westerfeld’s iconic book series. Listen to the interview now.Launching into a discussion about the film, which explores a futuristic world where everyone is conventionally attractive, both actors laugh at the idea that anyone in the movie could be considered "ugly." They then get serious, touching on the many important themes baked into the story, from questions regarding free will to the pitfalls of technological dependence.Powers, whose previous work includes Straight Outta Compton and The Perfect Find, goes on to discuss the red pill/blue pill situation the narrative presents, the nature of adapting a novel for the big screen, and what signing up for a trilogy means to him. Castellanos, who's known for properties like 13 Reasons Why, then jumps in to chat about working with director McG, his upcoming projects, and fan expectations.Listen to Sugarray Keith Powers and

Comedian John Early joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the new album version of his hit HBO stand-up special Now More Than Ever. Listen to the interview now.Early tells us about modeling the special after The Last Waltz, the iconic concert film centered on The Band. He reveals the stories behind the songs that he and his band cover in the special, including Britney Spears’ “Overprotected” and Neil Young’s “After the Goldrush,” and teases the new covers and materials he's taking on the road for his upcoming tour (get tickets here). The comedian also discuss coming up with the persona he portrays in Now More Than Ever, and how growing up gay in Nashville with minister parents led to a comedic style that turns the mirror on performative behavior and liberal posturing.Elsewhere, Early dishes on the attention he’s be getting since being featured in Taylor Swift’s “Anti-Hero” video.Listen to John Early talk about Now More Than Ever. Keep up on all the latest episodes by following Kyle Meredith With… on your favo

This week’s REWIND collects four interviews with Father John Misty’s Josh Tillman and Kyle Meredith, all recorded between 2012 and 2016. The first, from 2012, catches Tillman on his debut album under the new moniker having just come from a drumming stint with Fleet Foxes and revealing his new persona, as well as talking about drug trips and Hollywood. We then pick up in 2013 backstage at Bonnaroo where Josh spoke about celebrity, love, and how he has his finger on the pulse of what a teenage girl wants. From there we jump to 2015 where, backstage at Hangout Fest, the two explore I Love You Honeybear. And then finally, we wrap up in 2016 with a viral interview discussing success, originality, and Taylor Swift.Listen to Father John Misty’s Josh Tillman chat about all this and more in the new episode. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcirc

Sugaray Rayford joins Kyle Meredith to talk about his album Human Decency. The Grammy-nominated blues titan discusses his growing up in severe poverty in Texas before making his way to California and finding his voice in R&B and Blues (and meeting a pre-famous Vanilla Ice), as well as how his time in the Marines influenced his style of social justice lyrics, while also taking a page from Prince’s book about how to distill all of it into upbeat party music. Rayford goes on to dig into the backstory behind songs like “Failing Upwards” and the sexy sway of “Hanky Panky,” and also tells us about his contributions to upcoming tribute albums for Bill Withers and Little Feat’s Lowell George.Listen to Sugaray Rayford chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPr

Kyanna Simone joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the new Hulu movie The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat. Listen to Kyanna Simone discuss the film.Based off Edward Kelsey Moore’s bestselling novel, The Supremes follows the trio of women as they navigate life's joys and challenges across two generations. Simone talks about working in a period piece set in the 1960s, the importance of platonic friendships that the film portrays, and why she trained to be a boxer.The actress also touches on playing the younger version of the character Odette as Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor played the adult version, a type of role sharing Simone is familiar with after having played younger versions of Oprah and Octavia Spencer's respective characters in The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and Ma.Watch The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat on Hulu, where new subscribers can get a 30-day trial by signing up here, or bundle Hulu with Disney+ and Max to save up to 38%.Listen to Kyanna Simone chat about all this and more in the ne

Akon joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Trouble. The "Lonely" singer also previews his upcoming LP, so listen to the episode now.Akon takes us back to his 2004 mindset, in which his then-recent release from jail made up the bulk of inspiration for the songs on the record. He talks about breaking out of that persona after becoming so well known for it, as well as how he was musically looking towards Michael Jackson and Bob Marley. He also dives into the story of how he landed on the sped up Bobby Vinton sample in "Lonely," and helping popularize auto-tune with T-Pain.Elsewhere, Akon teases his upcoming album, noting that some of the new material arrives as a counterpoint to his lack of interest in the messages of today’s music scene. "I have to come back, only because the direction of where music is going I don't think is helpful," he says. "I just believe that it's a lot of misguidance, misinformation. I think that the direction of wh

This week’s Rewind takes us back to 2018, when Meshell Ndegeocello dropped by to talk with Kyle Meredith about her covers album, Ventriloquism, the (then) 25th anniversary of Plantation Lullabies, and how her music has paved the way for other women in the music industry. The bassist/poet reflected on the cultural significance of music from the 90s, as well as environmental concerns, positive change, and the responsibility and commitment to using her platform for good.Listen to Meshell Ndegeocello chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Los Lonely Boys’ JoJo Garza joins the show to dive into Resurrection, the band’s first album in a decade. The bassist retraces the band's steps over the past 11 years, from taking a hiatus prior to 2020, to returning to the stage after The Who asked them to open a line of shows. Garza also discusses picking up the producer reigns for the first time on Resurrection.Elsewhere, he gives us the backstory on the darkness of closing track “Blood Water” and reveals that lead single “Wish You Would" is an outright tribute to The Beatles. Resurrection arrives on the 20th anniversary of Los Lonely Boys' breakthrough debut album and their classic single “Heaven,” so Garza explores how they'll go about working old and new songs into the setlist for their upcoming tour (get tickets here).Listen to Los Lonely Boys’ JoJo Garza chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date w

Edie Brickell and Trever Hagen join Kyle Meredith to talk about Heavy MakeUp’s sophomore album, Here It Comes. The “What I Am” singer details how the music made with the trio (including yMusic’s CJ Camerieri) all comes from completely improvised sessions with no written material brought in, her ability to come up with the lyrics while recording them in first takes, and how the process changes their relationships with their material. Hagen, who also plays trumpet for Bon Iver, goes on to tell us about the in-the-moment studio situations that led to some of the album’s most striking sounds and how their third LP could be out as early as next year.Listen to Edie Brickell & Trever Hagen chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https:

The cast of Bad Monkey join Kyle Meredith to talk about the Apple TV series that stars Vince Vaughn as a one-time detective demoted to restaurant inspector in Southern Florida. A severed arm found by a tourist out fishing pulls Yancy into the world of greed and corruption that decimates the land and environment in both Florida and the Bahamas. And yes, there’s a monkey and a great soundtrack populated by Tom Petty covers by artists such as Eddie Vedder, Jason Isbell, Weezer, and tons more great artists. In fact, creator Bill Lawrence (who also gave us Scrubs, Cougar Town, Ted Lasso, and Shrinking) tells us why he wanted the Petty covers throughout the series and how Vaughn’s character ended up with a ZZ Top ringtone, while his daughter Charlotte Lawrence not only tells us about this being her acting debut but covering “Wildflowers” as her contribution. Meredith Hagner dissects her character, “Eve Stripling,” a sociopath who keeps us on our toes as to her ultimate motives, while Natalie Martinez (“Dr. Rosa Cam