Mohr Stories 579: Matt Pinfield
Summary
Host Matt Pinfield shares his harrowing experience surviving a stroke and coma, detailing his recovery and the support from friends. He reflects on his career as an A&R executive, recounting how he nearly signed The Killers and discussing bands like Coheed and Cambria. The episode also features nostalgic stories about 70s sitcoms, meeting Andy Warhol, and the profound influence of classic rock albums on his life.
Topics discussed
Intro: Interview dynamics and 70s sitcom actors
Jay Moore's stroke, coma, and recovery story
Driving in Laurel Canyon and narrow roads
Signing Coheed and Cambria at Columbia Records
The story of almost signing The Killers
Legal issues with band names and Mr. Brightside
A&R career, Island Def Jam, and music discovery
70s music influences and Black Crowes anecdote
Billy Gibbons, ZZ Top, and blues roots
Meeting Andy Warhol at the Palladium
Continued Warhol story and party details
Blue Chew sponsorship ad
Childhood music influences and aneurysm history
Alternative rock album bracket tournament
Outro: Current music recommendations and sign off
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