
Graham Wright (Tokyo Police Club, CBC Radio) interviews musicians, producers, and writers about what happens when bands sign to a major label. Candid conversations about the intersection of art and commerce. Debuting Monday October 28! New episode every other week!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 83 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music CommentaryMusicMusic Interviews | |||

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Graham is joined by Rollum Haas, drummer of The Features, to discuss the band's 2004 major label debut "Exhibit A". They also talk about the recent release of "Exhibit A (Original Sweat Tea Mix)" on YK Records and the differences between the original... more
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Graham Wright is such a great host! Very good at interviews and talking solo. Enthusiastic, curious, and insightful.
MLD goes deeper into the process of creating an album than your typical podcast. Really fascinating stuff. Love the final question too! Also, the News episodes are fantastic. So fun.
The artists he interviews have all been very relaxed and forthcoming. It feels—in the best way—like eavesdropping on what musicians talk about when muggles aren’t around. The wonderful thing that connects them is the love of the art. Just heard one with the Soul Asylum guy. I only know their singles, and the best compliment I can give this show is I am going RIGHT NOW to listen to the album they talked about! Adding this: listen even if you’ve never heard of the band! If you love music and you l... more
Great concept! Graham is a fantastic host and the guests have been interesting. A different take on the music podcast.
The artists he interviews have all been very relaxed and forthcoming. It feels—in the best way—like eavesdropping on what musicians talk about when muggles aren’t around. The wonderful thing that connects them is the love of the art. Just heard one with the Soul Asylum guy. I only know their singles, and the best compliment I can give this show is I am going RIGHT NOW to listen to the album they talked about!
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A candid look at what happens when acts sign with a major label, blending insider storytelling with sharp analysis of the business side of music. Episodes routinely explore topics like artist development, production decisions, transparency around sync licensing and needle drops, and the tension between artistic integrity and commercial demand. The conversation is infused with gear culture, historical anecdotes, and a recurring curiosity about how platforms, branding, and ownership shape creative outcomes. A notable strength is the mix of long-form interviews and club-style discussions, often grounded in real-world examples from artists, producers, and industry veterans; it's likely to appeal to listeners who want actionable perspectives for... more
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