Stay ConnectedFigure Eights is a music podcast hosted by Nick Leet from the MPLS rock band “High on Stress”
Join Nick as he interviews musicians, producers and music industry professionals.
Check out Nick’s band “High on Stress” on Bandcamp.
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est.2020
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Join me as I talk to my pals, Martin Zellar (Gear Daddies), Andrea Hyra (Billy Pilgrim) and Dave Gualandri (Songwriter Series Curator and Founder). We talk about the history of Dave's series "Harbor Stories: Unplugged" as well as house shows, terry cloth robes, "Boy in the Bubble" and hanging out at Starbucks for a little too long. Fun chat.
Join me as I talk to my current and former bandmates in High on Stress. We chat about the making of our 2008 album "Cop Light Parade". It was a blast to catch up with original guitarist, Ben Baker. Tune in!
Join me as I talk to Ronnie Barnett from the Muffs. We talk about growing up in Texas, their career, Tommy Keene, the Clueless Soundtrack as well as Kim Shattuck's battle with ALS and the making of their final album. This is one of my favorite episodes to date. He's a great guy with a lot of great stories filled with heart and humor. It's a must listen.
Join me as I talk to Lori Barbero (Babes in Toyland) about touring with Sonic Youth, her favorite concerts, hanging out at the Nirvana "In Utero" recording sessions, whether there will be more Babes in Toyland shows and so much more. She's one of the nicest people you could possibly meet. Tune in for a fun conversation.
Join me as I talk to Phil Solem. He takes me through his music career including his time in Great Buildings and the Rembrandts. Also, he talks to me about how the "Friends" theme, "I'll Be There For You" came to be. Great chat!
Check out my conversation with record producer, Ted Niceley. Ted takes me through his life and career including playing bass in the Tommy Keene group and recording such brilliant records as Fugazi's "Repeater," Shudder to Think's, "Pony Express Record" and much more. Fun chat!
Join me as I chat with former Atlantic Records recording artist, Mary Karlzen. We talk about Billy Pilgrim, playing CBGBs, VH1, opening for Bob Dylan and balancing being a mother and a recording artist at the same time. Fun talk.
Join me as I talk to legendary producer and musician, Mitch Easter, about his career. We talk Let's Active, meeting REM and recording "Radio Free Europe", recording Wilco and so many more fantastic stories. Gracious guest with an amazing career. Tune in!
Join me as I chat with acclaimed singer/songwriter, Cory Branan from Memphis, TN. We chat about Foghat, the movie "Splash", David Letterman, meeting Prince and he shares a great story about the one and only, John Prine. It was a fun talk. Tune in!
Join me as I talk to drummer, William Goldsmith (Sunny Day Real Estate / Foo Fighters / Assertion / Fire Theft). We talk about stage fright, his career, parenthood and what he's up to these days. Fun talk
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