Michael McDonald’s back with the Doobie Brothers, because one reunion tour wasn’t enough. Their new album Walk This Road marks his first studio outing with them since 1980, and they’re even throwing in a little accordion action just to keep us on our toes. Turns out, it’s not easy to pick up a new instrument at 70—who knew? Michael joins Kyle Meredith to dive into the magic of getting the band back together, writing with Tom Johnson and Patrick Simmons, and why the Yacht Rock label just won’t die (even if half the band wishes it would).

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Who knew that revisiting your childhood dreams could involve bucket lists, awkward basketball lessons with Patrick Ewing, and the accidental outing of a secret novelist? Sofia Carson (Carry-On, The Descendants), Kyle Allen (West Side Story, American Horror Story: Apocalypse), and Sebastian de Souza (The Great, Medici: Masters of Florence) chat about their new Netflix movie The Life List, where Carson’s character, Alex, tackles her mom’s posthumous list of dreams. Spoiler: it’s not all tears and tissues—it’s surprisingly funny, even when Carson’s struggling to shoot hoops with an NBA legend. Oh, and did we mention the mom is played by Connie Britton? Yeah, that Connie Britton. Also, fun fact: de Souza wrote a whole damn novel and is way too humble about it. Plus, Carson rocks some killer Sonic Youth and Wet Leg tees throughout the movie.

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From playing a wannabe rock star in Killing Bono to actually becoming one, Ben Barnes has taken the long road to his debut album, Where the Light Gets In. He talks with Kyle Meredith about his first full-blown tour, the soul and storytelling behind his music, and whether he still Googles his own lyrics to make sure he didn’t accidentally steal them. Oh, and he drops a Dickens reference because, of course, he does. Plus, he reflects on playing The Punisher’s villain, stepping into the world of Stephen King’s The Institute, and how Almost Famous totally lied about tour life.

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On this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith with..., listen to throwback interviews with Talib Kweli and Peaches -- two artists who couldn’t be more different on paper, yet both built careers on defying expectations.

Kweli, one of hip-hop’s sharpest lyricists, has spent decades balancing conscious rap with undeniable flow, both in Black Star and with his great solo catalog. Meanwhile, Peaches took electroclash, punk attitude, and pure sexual liberation and turned it into a movement, proving that provocation can be just as powerful as poetry along the way.

Both are innovators, disruptors, and fiercely independent voices. Kyle Meredith takes us back to his interviews with the pair of legendary artists in this special Rewind episode.

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Kyle Meredith sat down with Hamilton Leithauser to talk about his first solo album in five years, This Side of the Island, a record that took a full decade to finish. Listen now.

The album leans into a more danceable, groove-heavy sound — something Leithauser credits to years of listening to his daughters’ pop playlists, including Chappell Roan and Charlie XCX. “Maybe I just wanted to make something they’d actually listen to," he says.

Of course, This Side of the Island comes on the heels of The Walkmen’s reunion tour, which he says was never about a full comeback. “It was supposed to be five shows, then we kept saying yes. But as for a new record? Not happening.” Now, Leithauser is taking his own rock 'n' roll cabaret-style show on the road, including his seventh residency at New York’s Carlyle Hotel (currently ongoing) and a summer tour with Father John Misty and Lucinda Williams. Get tickets here.

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On the rewind episode of Kyle Meredith With.., hear from Damon Albarn: the restless architect of Britpop legends Blur and the animated band Gorillaz.

From leading Blur through the highs and weirdness of the ‘90s to reinventing the game with Gorillaz, Albarn has never been content sitting still. Whether he’s crafting melancholic ballads, Afrobeat-infused bangers, or experimental operas, Albarn’s genius lies in his ability to shapeshift while still sounding unmistakably like himself. Kyle Meredith dives into the ever-evolving world of Damon Albarn in this special Rewind episode, looking back at a trio of their conversations.

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On this archival episode of Kyle Meredith with..., hear from Adrian Belew and Daniel Ash: two sonic architects who helped redefine the boundaries of rock.

Belew -- the guitar wizard behind King Crimson, Talking Heads, and David Bowie -- turned the six-string into a playground of sonic weirdness. He bended, looped, and warped notes into something entirely his own. Meanwhile, Ash helped shape goth, post-punk, and alternative rock with his hypnotic, reverb-drenched riffs in acts like Bauhaus, Tones on Tail, and Love and Rockets.

Both are innovators united by an endless curiosity for pushing sound forward. Kyle Meredith takes us back to his 2017 interviews with both Adrian Belew and Daniel Ash in this special Rewind episode.

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Kyle Meredith sits down with actor Emily Bett Rickards (Arrow) and director/screenwriter Ash Avildsen (Paradise City, American Satan) to talk about their new movie Queen of the Ring. Listen now.

Taking place from the 1930s to the 1950s, the movie tells the story of how professional wrestler Mildred Burke became the first million-dollar female athlete, breaking barriers in a sport where women weren’t even allowed to compete.

Filmed in Louisville, the production leaned on Ohio Valley Wrestling for training, making sure the in-ring action looked just as authentic as Burke’s real-life battles. The movie aims to introduce Burke to a new generation while driving home the reality of women’s ongoing fight for equality in sports.

For wrestling fans, Queen of the Ring also makes a point about Burke’s legacy: “People always ask if this is about the [prominent early female wrestler] Fabulous Moolah,” Avildsen says. “But Moolah never drew the real moolah — Millie did.”

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Kyle Meredith caught up with Denise Richards, who’s inviting audiences into her world once again with Bravo's Denise Richards and Her Wild Things. The actress -- known for roles in Wild Things, Starship Troopers, and The World Is Not Enough -- shares why she and her daughters were ready to open their lives for reality TV. Listen now.

The new show balances family drama, humor, and plenty of Hollywood nostalgia, with appearances from longtime friends like Tori Spelling and Patrick Muldoon.

Richards also reflects on her comedy chops and says she’d love to revive the 1999 cult classic Drop Dead Gorgeous, bringing the characters in a sequel about their daughters competing in pageants. As for the next James Bond now that AmazonMGM owns the franchise? Richards admits she hasn’t given it much thought, but says she’s grateful to still be working: “They used to say once you hit 40, you’re done. I’m so happy that’s not true.”

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On this archival episode of Kyle Meredith with..., hear from Simple Minds: the Scottish rock giants who went from post-punk outsiders to stadium-filling anthem makers.

With "Don’t You (Forget About Me)," the band became forever tied to the ‘80s, but their catalog runs way deeper — sweeping synths, soaring choruses, and a knack for reinvention that’s kept them going for decades. Whether they’re embracing their new wave roots or pushing into fresh territory, Jim Kerr and company are still proving they’re more than just a John Hughes soundtrack staple. Join us for this retrospective as Jim Kerry talks with Kyle Meredith about the legacy, the music, and the future of Simple Minds.

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