Rewind: Guster and Phoenix on Reinvention, Escaping Nostalgia, and the Strange Side of Pop
Summary
This "Rewind" episode features host Kyle Meredith revisiting past interviews with Guster’s Ryan Miller and Phoenix’s Thomas Mars. Miller discusses Guster’s 2016 album *Evermotion," focusing on sonic evolution, avoiding nostalgia, and the band’s spiritual lyrics. Mars reflects on Phoenix’s 2017 record *Ti Amo," detailing their creative process, Italian influences, and vocal experimentation. Both artists explore reinventing their sound to avoid artistic stagnation.
Topics discussed
Podcast intros and sponsor ads
Blindfolded comedian introductions
Discussion on music production speed
Song themes and political undertones
Lyric writing process and melody
Musical interlude and transitions
Artistic influences and language
Scoring movies and studio life
Vocal style and character performance
Outros and station promotions
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