Michael Crain has survived drugs, cancer, Covid and the hazards of being in Dead Cross. Michael joins us to talk about the new LP Dead Cross II, writing, recording, chemotherapy, preparing for his own death, selling his records, the unbelievable 2017 arrest story and much more.

Topics include:

• Dead Cross II – alternate album titles?
• Update on Michael’s health
• Michael’s cancer story
• Balancing recording of Dead Cross II with medical treatments
• The impact of cancer on Dead Cross II
• The process for writing the new LP
• Inspiration working with rest of band
• Songwriting prep for recording and Ross’ production
• Pre-pandemic plans for Dead Cross
• Getting the timelines right around Dead Cross, Mr Bungle, etc
• Michael’s treatment, Covid and shock of it all
• Making the most of his time
• Making arrangements for his death
• Post-traumatic approaches to music and art
• Themes for the new Dead Cross album
• The 2017 arrest in Houston
• More touring for Dead Cross?
• Michael’s record collection
• Interview wrap up

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