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Performance Anxiety

Marc Shea
Music
Music Industry
Spinal Tap
Punk Rock
Jazz
Punk Music
Teen Cancer America
Samhain
Danzig
Neverland Ranch Davidians
Heartless Bastards
Kula Shaker
Independent Music
Songwriting
Rock Music
Antler Family
Sophomore Albums
Integrity
Perseverance
Howard Wuelfing

Have you ever wanted to sit down with your favorite artists and talk about what happens behind the scenes? Have you wanted to hear the crazy stories about recording, touring, and creating art that we all know exist? Performance Anxiety gets those stories for you.

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This guest is NOT a musical chameleon. He’s a Johnny Iguana. And he’s the keyboardist/pianist for Chicago’s The Claudettes. They have a jaw-dropping new album coming out in June.But we start by talking about his early work. He’s got an unusual reason... more

This episode is a little different. It’s still about music, but from a very particular perspective. My guest is author Daniel Rachel. He’s written some fantastic books like Isle of Noise (about UK songwriters) and The Lost Album of The Beatles. His l... more

Today’s guest is a legacy and I’ve had many of his family members on the show. Welcome Patrick Michot to the podcast. Patrick may come from a legendary Louisiana zydeco family but he’s forging his own path while paying homage to his family’s legacy. ... more

This guest has just fulfilled a long-term dream. Welcome stalwart of the NYC music scene, George Usher to the podcast. But before moving to New York, he was stealing Beatles songs in Cleveland. He moved to NYC knowing no one and waited a year before ... more

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Daniel Rachel
Author of Isle of Noise and This Ain't Rock n Roll, Pop Music, The Swastika, & The Third Reich
Akashic Books
Episode: Daniel Rachel
Patrick Michot
Musician from Lafayette with projects including Duskseeker, Rougarou, Water Temples, Komototron, and more
Duskseeker; Memory Terminal Records; Extraterrestrial Network
Episode: Patrick Michot (Duskseeker, Rougarou)
George Usher
Stalwart of the New York City music scene, musician
Musician
Episode: George Usher
Robert Roth
Frontman of Truly
Truly
Episode: Robert Roth & Hiro Yamamoto (Truly)
Hiro Yamamoto
Guitarist of Truly and former Soundgarden member
Truly, formerly Soundgarden
Episode: Robert Roth & Hiro Yamamoto (Truly)
Scott Shea
Author and historian of Genesis-related material
Scott Shea Author
Episode: Side Projects: Genesis (w/Scott Shea & Jordon Zadorozny)
Jordan Zadorozzny
Musician and producer, member of Blinker the Star
Blinker The Star
Episode: Side Projects: Genesis (w/Scott Shea & Jordon Zadorozny)
Robert Deeble
Singer-songwriter and musician featured on The Space Between Us
Self/Artist
Episode: Robert Deeble
Erika Switchblade
Singer/drummer from The Devils
The Devils
Episode: Erika Switchblade (The Devils)

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Mark Shea
Host of Performance Anxiety

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Very original and entertaining!

    "Performance Anxiety" is a captivating podcast that pulls back the curtain on the music world. By sitting down with beloved artists, it delves into the fascinating stories that unfold behind the scenes of recording, touring, and creating art. If you've ever wondered about the wild and untamed aspects of the music industry, this podcast brings those stories to life, giving you an intimate look into the thrilling world of your favorite artists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elisa Di Napoli
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • LOVED your Mark Lanegan episode!

    Marc is a terrific host. Unpretentious yet deep fan knowledge and appreciation. Easy conversational style. Glad I stumbled upon this gem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    glitterpup64
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this show!

    Marc knows and loves his music!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gene Robinson
    United States4 years ago
  • Vintage Rock Dude

    Love this podcast. Marc gets some really interesting guests on to dig into their histories. And speaking of which - there's so many episodes to work through too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not as audacious as Martha
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Smart, fun and worth your time!

    Marc has an ease with his guests that helps them open up to make the conversations as fun as they are informational!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ofe1818
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful, long-form conversations that pull back the curtain on the music world.
The host brings unpretentious, deep knowledge and easy conversation that lets guests open up.
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Daniel Rachel
Q: How do you balance factual reporting with subjective interpretation when writing about controversial artists?
I present the artist's own words, media coverage, and historical context, then invite readers to draw their own conclusions, aiming for a balanced portrayal rather than a polemic.
Daniel Rachel
Q: Why did you choose the Kanye West Wireless Festival timing as a hook for the book?
The topic was chosen because Kanye's actions and public statements intersect with the book's broader examination of how celebrity culture engages with provocative symbols and controversy, providing a timely entry point to discuss accountability.
Robert Roth & Hiro Yamamoto (Truly)
Q: How has your sound evolved since your pre-Soundgarden days, and what can fans expect from new material?
Hiro explains that while his approach remains rooted in his classic style, he's exploring new textures and bass tones, and the forthcoming Truly material will blend familiar signatures with fresh, heavier and more experimental elements.
George Usher
Q: What led to the collaboration with Tony Shanahan and the decision to finally produce Stephensonville with a real budget?
Usher explains that after decades of DIY production, he met Tony Shanahan, who had his own studio, and this connection enabled him to assemble a proper-budget production and studio environment for the project.
Robert Deeble
Q: When did you start singing and how did you transition from drums to vocals?
I began singing more after being pulled into a live performance in a choir where I had to solo; I discovered I enjoyed my own voice and gradually shifted toward writing and singing, while still keeping a strong drummer sensibility in my playing.

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This show centers conversations with artists and music-industry insiders, offering long-form chats that pull back the curtain on recording, touring, and creative life. Episodes frequently cover origin stories, collaboration dynamics, and the realities of building sustained careers in diverse genres—from rock and punk to indie and beyond. A standout trait is the willingness to explore both the artistry and the craft, including production choices, touring anecdotes, and personal resilience, often through intimate, candid dialogue that fans and potential guests find engaging and insightful.

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Recent guests on Performance Anxiety include:

1. Daniel Rachel
2. Patrick Michot
3. George Usher
4. Robert Roth
5. Hiro Yamamoto
6. Scott Shea
7. Jordan Zadorozzny
8. Robert Deeble

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