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Kyle Meredith sits down with Joan Jett and Kenny Laguna for this Monday's episode of Kyle Meredith With....  Jett discusses her experience fronting Nirvana at the band's 2014 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and her later collaborations with Dave Grohl. She explains the process behind her and The Blackhearts' new single, "Fresh Start", which can be found on the soundtrack to Runaways doc Bad Reputation, in addition to a group effort with Miley Cyrus and Laura Jane Grace on a cover of The Replacements' "Androgynous". For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This Friday's episode of Kyle Meredith With... features Third Eye Blind frontman Stephan Jenkins, who discusses the difference in public perception of the band versus their own opinion of themselves — Jenkins believes Third Eye Blind is "one of the last great rock bands" in the modern age. The singer shares his thoughts on the band's new covers EP, Thank You for Everything, and how it came to be. For those fans looking for even more Third Eye Blind, Jenkins also confirms the release of a new LP to look forward to in the spring. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Meredith talks to new star Alice Merton about her sudden rise to fame with the soulful European chart-topper "No Roots" and the press tirade that followed. The singer explained that her new single, "Why So Serious", began as a response to the press' questions about being a one-hit wonder and embracing her individuality through music and a small team. Merton also discussed her German-Canadian-English heritage and how a mixed national identity gives her a special perspective on current politics. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Meredith is joined by singer-songwriter Hozier to talk about his recent EP, Nina Cried Power, and its debt to a bevy of strong female influences. For those waiting for more Hozier, the artist also confirms his sophomore effort will come out next year and that he has been performing the lead single, "Movement", at live shows in anticipation of the release. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Roger McGuinn and Chris Hillman of The Byrds discuss the 50th anniversary of their old band's Sweetheart of the Rodeo record. They also talk about The Byrds shifting towards Americana music, covering Bob Dylan, and working with the late Tom Petty. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sting and Shaggy join Kyle Meredith this week to talk about their recent joint reggae album, 44/876, and the joy of sharing the spotlight. They also touch on their upcoming tour together, the political and revolutionary nature of reggae, reconfiguring their back catalogue, and Sting's initial hesitations to sing "It Wasn't Me". To top it off, Sting even addresses whether or not he'd appear in Denis Villeneuve's upcoming reboot of Dune. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this installment of Kyle Meredith With..., Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane of Mumford & Sons discuss the dark themes of their new record, Delta. They also take listeners behind the scenes of their new arena stage show and explain what makes Delta such a wildly experimental record.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this special episode of Kyle Meredith With..., Kyle speaks with Jake Luppen of Hippo Campus, Chrissy Tashjian of Thin Lips, and The Bamboos’ Lance Ferguson to explore mental health in the musical process ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, on Kyle Meredith With, Billy Idol discusses his upcoming remix album, Vital Idol Revitalized, and the artists who inspired both the remixes and the original tracks. He also speaks on the differences between songs you dance to and songs you listen to, the remix culture of the mid-'80s, and what modern artists like Post Malone and Kendrick Lamar have done to bring music into the 21st century.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Meredith and Mudhoney's Mark Arm discuss the band's new record Digital Garbage on this week's installment of the podcast, assessing the album's modern political themes and the responsibility to "do your part" in times of turmoil. The frontman also tells a story about Mudhoney's appearance in 1996's Black Sheep and seeing Chris Farley's antics in person.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Meredith checks in with the masterminds behind tUnE-yArDs (Merrill Garbus), Mondo Cozmo (Josh Ostrander), and Jealous of the Birds (Naomi Hamilton) to pick their brains, talk about their new music, and discuss their future plans.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A month ahead of The Struts’ sophomore studio album, Luke Spiller talks with Kyle Meredith about singles “Body Talks” and “Primadonna Like Me” and the pros and cons of sitting on songs for a long time. He also touches on how the band came to collaborate with Ke$ha, after-parties with Dave Grohl, and finding a balance between a stage persona and real life. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cautious Clay sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about his journey as a musician and finding his voice through instinct and experimentation. Clay explains the meaning behind his hit "Cold War" and how the song has been a "lifting-off" point for him as a songwriter/artist. He also discusses the collaborations he's recently worked on with artists like Her and touring for the first time.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Meredith rounds up veteran rock acts Local H, Cowboy Junkies, and Shawn Mullins to discuss their classic albums, update fans on their new projects, and share their stories from a lifetime in the music business. -- Local H's Scott Lucas talks about the 20th anniversary of Pack Up the Cats, the 10th anniversary of 10 Angry Months, and a new concept the band's currently working on for the next LP. -- Cowboy Junkies' Michael Timmins weighs in on the Pink Floyd influence of All That Reckoning, revisits 1998's Miles From Our Home, being close friends with Townes Van Zandt, seeing America from a Canadian perspective, and going back to the site of the original Woodstock. -- Shawn Mullins celebrates 20 years of "Lullaby", explains why he re-recorded Soul's Core, offers up an anecdote of being recognized by Dokken in an elevator, and shares a heartbreaking moment about losing his wife to suicide.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https:/

American music icon Michael McDonald sits down with Kyle Meredith to discuss his recent album, Wide Open, the story behind opening track "Hail Mary", and the themes of aging throughout the record. McDonald also talks about the 40th anniversary of The Doobie Brothers' Minute by Minute in December and the subject of unity in his upcoming Christmas compilation.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cinjun Tate of Remy Zero joins Kyle Meredith to discuss the 20-year anniversary of Villa Elaine, working with Benmont Tench of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, soundtracking both Garden State and Smallville, and discovering he had cancer the same day he found out he was going to be a father. He also touches on the writing processes behind hits “Prophecy” and “Fair”, the usefulness of embarrassment when selecting songs for a record, and why we shouldn't rule out hopes for new music. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Twenty years after her landmark album Little Plastic Castle, seasoned songwriter and activist Ani DiFranco speaks with Kyle Meredith about the “prophetic” qualities of songwriting, the vital importance of getting into the voting booth, and when she decided to stop reading press coverage about herself. DiFranco also discusses the origins of the song “Deep Dish”, what it was like producing a Dan Bern record, and her memoir, which is coming out in spring 2019.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Lenny Kravitz, a singer and spiritual force of nature, talks with Kyle Meredith about his new album, Raise Vibration, and the value of music in political turmoil. Kravitz also speaks on his mother's death and the song "Johnny Cash", which was inspired by the Cash family's support of him through the grieving process. The musician touches on Michael Jackson's involvement in his new album and the 20th anniversary of 5, as well.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The National’s Aaron Dessner joins Kyle Meredith to talk about his Big Red Machine collaboration with Justin Vernon, the story of his artist collective, PEOPLE, and future plans for his main band.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle talks to The Afghan Whigs’ Greg Dulli about his band's classic album 1965, recording with the great Alex Chilton, and future prospects for both the Whigs and The Gutter Twins. He also remembers his late bandmate Dave Rosser and pays tribute to Aretha Franklin.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy