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Caropop

Mark Caro
Violent Femmes
The Doors
Music Industry
Music Mastering
Chicago
Milwaukee
Friko
Steve Albini
Skylarking
XTC
Messthetics
Revolution Brewing
Fugazi
Marquee Moon
Acting
Busking
Rockabilly
Vinyl Me Please
Donna Summer
Love

There may be nothing more inspiring and entertaining than relaxed, candid conversations among creative people. Mark Caro, a relentlessly curious journalist and on-stage interviewer, loves digging into the creative process with artists and drawing out surprising stories that illuminate the work that has become part of our lives. The Caropopcast is for anyone who wants to dig deeper into the music, ... more

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Many of us first heard Wesley Stace on the 1990 album Here Comes the Groom that he recorded as John Wesley Harding, the name taken from Bob Dylan’s stripped-down late-1967 album that itself misspelled a Texas outlaw’s name. The English singer-songwri... more

Dave Specter didn’t pick up a guitar till his late teens, yet in his 20s he was Son Seals’ rhythm guitarist for two years, and soon he was a bandleader himself. Specter grew up amid Chicago’s blues scene and became one of its great players and ambass... more

Running a boutique audiophile label is not easy, as Shane Buettner has learned in the 10 years since he founded Intervention Records. There are licensing agreements to be negotiated, artists to please, mastering engineers and pressing plants to be en... more

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Recent Guests

Wesley Stace
Musician and author known for his works both under his real name and as John Wesley Harding.
Episode: Wesley Stace/John Wesley Harding
Dave Specter
Chicago's top blues guitarist and partner in music venue Space
Space
Episode: Dave Specter
Shane Buettner
Owner and operator of Intervention Records
Intervention Records
Episode: Shane Buettner (Intervention Records)
Louie Pérez
Co-founder of Los Lobos and songwriter.
Los Lobos
Episode: Louie Pérez (Los Lobos)
Bob Merlis
Legendary rock publicist with decades of experience in the music industry.
MFH (Merlis for Hire)
Episode: Bob Merlis
Paul Kelly
One of Australia's and the world's premier singer-songwriters known for his storytelling and catchy music.
Music Artist
Episode: Paul Kelly
Jonathan Segel
Violinist, multi-instrumentalist, and member of Camper Van Beethoven
Camper Van Beethoven
Episode: Jonathan Segel (Camper Van Beethoven)
Tom Morello
Guitarist-songwriter known for his work with Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave, also involved in various collaborative projects and now working on a musical.
Goodman Theatre
Episode: Tom Morello
Peter Guralnick
Renowned author and biographer known for his deep explorations of music and culture.
Episode: Peter Guralnick

Host

Mark Caro
Host of candid conversations exploring the creative process with artists, delving into the stories behind their work.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Excellent

    Thoughtful and informative interviews. Great podcast.

    The one with Pete Best was easily the “best” interview with him I’ve heard. Great decision to focus on his personal experiences as a member of the early Beatles versus rehashing the story of his sacking, which has been done to death. This approach allowed him to open up and paint a really vivid picture of the Hamburg days.

    Also digging the Squeeze and XTC interviews. Thank You!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bogachiel Cambuza
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great questioning

    Listened to Colin molding and have to say you came across as big fan. That and your honest inquiring lead him to reveal some things I don’t know. The garage thing. lol.

    Just shy of getting him to admit that if XTC got together and toured they would each prob make 2 million$ in a summer. Even as a nostalgia tour.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danuyyfccg
    United States4 months ago
  • Never fails to entertain and enlighten

    Initially I was drawn in to the guest appearances by the 80s Southern Jangle Pop guests, but now I trust his taste that I know I’ll find something worthwhile in each episode regardless of the guest. - Jefferson Hart

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jefferson Hart
    United States6 months ago
  • So Knowledgeable!

    Learning so much from Marc and his guests! Especially the old original (mostly) guys. The intros are though provoking. The talents stand for themselves. And Marc doesn’t interrupt his guests. A+

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shifra S. NYC
    United States10 months ago
  • Music, music, music!

    These are such good conversations about the creative process. Mark comes prepared and gives his guests room to tell their often-remarkable stories. 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Music Glover
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and informative interviews that often uncover unique stories behind well-known figures,
The host's prepared yet relaxed interviewing style allows guests to share personal experiences, leading to engaging conversations,
Many find the content entertaining and enlightening irrespective of the guest, showcasing the host's ability to curate interesting discussions.

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Dave Specter
Q: What did you learn as a soon-to-be band leader from watching Son Seals as a band leader all that time?
He was a very serious guy on stage and very serious as a band leader. He didn't take any shit from anybody, including club owners.
Dave Specter
Q: How did you end up with Son Seals?
That was my first big break to play with a touring big name blues artist.
Dave Specter
Q: So when you got into music initially, was some of that kind of social drive in the back of your mind?
Definitely was not a factor when I got into music. I got into music just cause I fell in love with blues guitar.
Wesley Stace/John Wesley Harding
Q: Did you know them? How did you decide? You know what? These guys aren't playing with Costello anymore?
It was all the above. I wouldn't say I knew them, though I'd met them.
Wesley Stace/John Wesley Harding
Q: What was that experience like for you and how did you choose that song?
The experience was fantastic. I was very happy to be asked.

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What is Caropop about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Featuring insightful conversations with a diverse array of artists, this podcast explores the intricacies of the creative process across music, movies, food, and culture. Listeners can expect relaxed yet engaging interviews that reveal behind-the-scenes stories and the personal journeys of influential figures in the industry. Notably, the host's passion for storytelling enhances the depth of each conversation, making it a significant resource for those enamored with the arts and seeking a greater understanding of the inspiration that drives creativity.

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What guests have appeared on Caropop?

Recent guests on Caropop include:

1. Wesley Stace
2. Dave Specter
3. Shane Buettner
4. Louie Pérez
5. Bob Merlis
6. Paul Kelly
7. Jonathan Segel
8. Tom Morello

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