S2 Ep1: Nation of Language
Summary
Host Paul Riches interviews Ian Devaney and Aidan Knoll of Nation of Language about their 2025 album, Dance Called Memory. They discuss the record’s origins in Devaney’s depression, their creative process involving unpredictability and home recording, and influences like Kraftwerk and Brian Eno. The conversation also covers their career growth, signing with Sub Pop, and the realities of touring.
Topics discussed
Introduction and Season 2 lineup overview
Tour prep, rehearsal habits, and Primavera festival
Touring life, getting sick, and bus routines
Covering Bruce Springsteen and the 'Rest' single
Writing 'Dance Called Memory' through personal change
Creative evolution and studio collaboration
Influences: Kraftwerk, Brian Eno, and production
Producer dynamics and working with Nick Milheiser
Deep dive into key album tracks and lyrics
Pressure, label changes, and organic growth
Past bands, origins, and synth-pop influences
The state of the music industry in 2026
Upcoming London shows and album recommendations
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