307: Garrett Klahn (Texas is the Reason): Trial By Fire
Summary
Host Jeremy Balm interviews Garrett Klon of Texas Is The Reason about his musical origins, from early influences like Dinosaur Jr. to his first bands. They discuss the band’s recent European reunion tour, including performances at Primavera Sound. Klon shares stories about recording their classic albums, the songwriting process for hits like "Blue Boy," and his lifelong dedication to music.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsor reads, and guest introduction
Meeting Garrett and discussing Primavera Sound festival
Garrett's musical origins and skateboarding influence
First concerts and early bands like Support
Forming Texas is the Reason and early recordings
Songwriting process and recording the debut album
Major label experiences with The New Rising Suns
First international tour and European hospitality
Soleil, current band dynamics, and conclusion
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