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Spiral Out Podcast

Kristopher West
Tool
Gig Posters
Artistic Expression
Star Wars
Surrealism
Creative Process
Rockabilia
Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die
The Crystal Method
Merchandising
Music Merchandise
Music Composition
The Sphere
Pop Culture
Pearl Jam
Nostalgia
Music Industry
AI In Music
Blade Runner
Film Scoring

Spiral Out is a podcast about the chaos, beauty, and weirdness of making art. Hosted by Kris West, it dives into raw, unfiltered conversations with artists, musicians, filmmakers, and creative minds of all kinds. It’s less about glossy bios and more about the real stuff—obsessions, failures, breakthroughs, and the strange paths people take to make something meaningful. Every episode is a deep cut ... more

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On this special episode of Spiral Out Podcast, Kris West sits down with artist Jacob Roanhaus, a multifaceted creator known for his work in wearable 3D art, creature creation, masks, and visual effects. Jacob has collaborated with bands like Tool, cr... more

Every Song’s a Poster | Mike Gamble Returns to Spiral Out

On this episode of Spiral Out, Kris West sits down with artist Mike Gamble to talk about his journey from Tool fan to one of the band’s most recognizable poster artists. Mike has now created ... more

Misha George joins the show to talk Tool and the Sphere, Spiral Out going viral, and the growing A.I. debate. We break down how the viral clip happened, what it means when art spreads at algorithm speed, and whether A.I. is a creative tool, a disrupt... more

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I spoke with Scott Kirkland of The Crystal Method during a Las Vegas press event for Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die.We talk about music in film, electronic sound in cinema, and how tracks take on new life when paired with visuals. A short, focused conv... more

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Recent Guests

Misha George
AI artist and Tool community member
Episode: Spiral Out Goes Viral: Misha George, Tool, The Sphere & A.I.
Scott Kirkland
Founding member of The Crystal Method
The Crystal Method
Episode: Scott Kirkland (The Crystal Method) Interview
Danny Carey
Drummer for Tool
Tool
Episode: Danny Carey - Have Fun Good Luck Dont Die
Frankie Blydenburgh
Co-owner of Rockabilia
Rockabilia
Episode: Frankie Blydenburgh: Rockabilia
NC Winters
Renowned gig poster artist known for his surreal and intricate designs.
Episode: NC Winters: In My Mind

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Kris West
Host of discussions exploring the chaos, beauty, and weirdness of making art, emphasizing raw and unfiltered conversations.

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Sorta Speechless

    Actually, no I’m not.

    As polite as I can say it, your April fool’s episode = the first of your episodes I’ve ever listened to, and, will be, the one and only!

    It might have been funny, IF, it was April ...

    ... but it’s not, it’s Dec 15th!!!

    Is this your gift to yourself, that keeps on giving-you, good laughs, all year round? 😆😆😆

    Now ... it ‘tis the season, for a festive spirit so, I do hope your holidays are filled with, receiving the same kind of generosities, from the same pranky-prank... more

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The content resonates well with those interested in the struggles and triumphs of creativity.
Listeners appreciate the raw and authentic conversations that reveal the personal journeys of artists.
Some feedback indicates a desire for more coherence in content direction during specific episodes.

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Scott Kirkland (The Crystal Method) Interview
Q: Why is music so important in film?
Music plays a crucial role in film as it enhances storytelling and evokes memories associated with scenes, as Scott illustrated with his childhood experience of the Star Wars score.
Spiral Out Goes Viral: Misha George, Tool, The Sphere & A.I.
Q: What are your thoughts on the ethics of AI in art?
Misha discusses mixed feelings about using AI, the importance of crediting artists, and the environmental impact of AI, acknowledging the necessity for regulation in the industry.
Spiral Out Goes Viral: Misha George, Tool, The Sphere & A.I.
Q: Can you tell me about how the viral video of the Tool artwork came about?
Misha created an AI video showing Tool artwork on The Sphere, inspired by Danny Carey's interview where he mentioned the possibility of Tool performing there, which led to a viral response.
Danny Carey - Have Fun Good Luck Dont Die
Q: Is there an influential movie for you that comes to mind?
Carey mentions sci-fi films like Star Wars and Blade Runner as significant influences, especially appreciating their soundtracks.
Danny Carey - Have Fun Good Luck Dont Die
Q: What do you think about AI music right now?
Carey thinks that anything utilizing AI should be clearly labeled, acknowledging both its potential as a valuable tool and the need for proper credit and payment to creators.

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2. Scott Kirkland
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4. Frankie Blydenburgh
5. NC Winters

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