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Performance Anxiety

Marc Shea
Danzig
Samhain
Music Industry
Antler Family
Music
Orleans
Punk Rock
Misfits
Yacht Rock
Woodstock '94
Fang
Not For Nothing
Mark Mallman
Family Dynamics
Melvins
Blood Moon Wedding
Operatic Training
Rick Rubin
Depression
Mental Health

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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As the episode title says, this episode is all about the band Genesis. My brother Scott has written two in depth articles about the band’s early years for The Strange Brew blog. Both he and long-time podcast friend Jordon Zadorozny of Blinker The Sta... more

Today’s guest is deliberate. He’s that way with his music, his lyrics, and his touring. Welcome singer/songwriter Robert Deeble to the podcast. He’s recently released his latest album, The Space Between Us, and it’s a very easy listen. Robert talks a... more

Today’s guest is fiery. And I have to thank Ian Ottaway for introducing me to her. Welcome Erika Switchblade from The Devils to the podcast. Erika is Italian, in southern Italy. International episodes are always interesting. And Erika sets expectatio... more

Welcome super nice guy Smitti Supab to the podcast. He’s a bass player for a lot of people. And we talk about a lot of them today. But he’s got his own band, Captain Buckles, that’s released their debut album called Hurry Up. Smitti has had quite an ... more

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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)
Smitti Supab
Bass player for Captain Buckles and experienced musician who has worked in various musical settings around the world
Captain Buckles
Episode: Smitti Supab (Captain Buckles)
Stéphane Schück
Musician and member of The Salt Collective, also a medical doctor.
The Salt Collective
Episode: Stéphane Schück (The Salt Collective)
Howard Wuelfing
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Episode: Howard Wuelfing (Descenes, Discords)
Josh Hight
Photographer and musician, known for the project Pines.
Episode: Josh Hight (Pines, The Detachment Kit)
Lucas Ward
Musician and member of The Silver Snails
The Silver Snails
Episode: Lucas Ward (The Silver Snails)
Arwen Lewis
Musician and podcaster from a notable entertainment family.
Arwen Lewis Music
Episode: Arwen Lewis
Shane Alexander
Musician and songwriter
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Episode: Shane Alexander

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Mark Shea
Host of Performance Anxiety

Reviews

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 Zealand2 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.
Guests consistently deliver varied, insightful stories about creativity and the industry.

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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.
Erika Switchblade (The Devils)
Q: How did The Devils come together as a duo?
Two friends, kicked out of their bands for feminist and rap-music shifts respectively, fused into The Devils and kept the lineup as a two-person core due to practical and creative reasons.
Erika Switchblade (The Devils)
Q: Where are you from and how did your background shape your music?
Erika explains growing up in Naples with a strong southern Italian culture, the Catholic background, and intense emotional life which fed into the band's fiery, high-energy sound.
Side Projects: Family Bands w/Louis Michot & Corey Ledet
Q: Is it more difficult to tour with family or is it more fun since you already have that connection?
Both Louis and Corey suggest it is a mix of both, sometimes fun and sometimes challenging, particularly due to family dynamics not being easily disengaged from professional discussions.
Side Projects: Family Bands w/Louis Michot & Corey Ledet
Q: Did you ever compare yourself to any of these other family bands?
Corey mentions he did not compare himself as he saw family music as a natural extension of his life and music was deeply embedded in him.

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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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1. Robert Deeble
2. Erika Switchblade
3. Smitti Supab
4. Stéphane Schück
5. Howard Wuelfing
6. Josh Hight
7. Lucas Ward
8. Arwen Lewis

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