Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul dive into the gear and belongings of Kraftwerk's Florain Schneider up for auction - from Volks-Trautoniums to Volkswagons and everything in between.

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Graham is joined by musician and producer Chris Stamey to discuss his 1987 record, "It's Alright" and the experience with A&M Records, but as you know by now the conversation wanders into his formative years in the New York City scene, the process behind his latest release "Anything Is Possible", and how even with extensive sonic knowledge Chris is still surprised by the magic of music.

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Chris Stamey “Of Time and All She Brings To Mind” (1:24 )
DNA “Egomaniac’s Kiss” (23:07)
Lydia Lunch “Ran Away Dark” (23:36)
Chris Stamey “Cara Lee” (29:19)
Chris Bell “I Am The Cosmos” (34:35)
Chris Stamey  “I’d Be Lost Without You (feat. The Lemon Twigs)” (43:00)
“Meet Me In Midtown (feat Marshall Crenshaw)” (45:26)
“Don’t Talk (Put Your Head On My Shoulder) (feat. The Lemon Twigs)” (52:45)

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Graham and John Paul talk about songs and records and songs vs records and also what is in the pipeline for Year Two of Major Label Debut.

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It's been one year of MLD! We discuss lessons learned, our fav highlights from interviews, and dive in to our very first mailbag for some listener questions! Thanks for joining us on this journey and hope you enjoy the next year of MLD!

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Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul offer their cold takes on Taylor Swift's "The Life Of A Showgirl".

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Graham is joined by Grammy nominated songwriter Morgan Nagler to discuss her career as one of the most sought after co-writers in indie music. In addition to perspectives on songwriting, Morgan talks about navigating creative working relationships, the magic of Kim Deal, and why AI will never replace the human connection at the heart of music. Also, Spindrift.

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Morgan Nagler “Cradle The Pain” (4:09)
Kim Deal and Morgan Nagler “Range On Castle” (21:33)
Phoebe Bridgers “Kyoto” (22:48)
Kim Deal and Morgan Nagler “The Root” (27:33)

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Graham and John Paul talk about the cancellation of Future Ruins and the new Taylor Swift record.

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Graham is joined by Dave Alvin to discuss The Blaster’s 1981 self-titled album. Dave also shares his perspective on labels, creative control, and loving what you do. Also, beer and BBQ.

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The Blasters “Marie Marie” (3:02)
Carole King “Up On The Roof” (32:04)
The Germs “What We Do Is Secret” (45:35)
X “Los Angeles” (46:01)
Los Lobos “Walking Song” (46:37)
Shakin’ Stevens “Marie Marie” (55:26)

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Graham is reunited with John Paul who shares his concert review of Nine Inch Nails.

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Joining MLD from a New England hotel lobby in the middle of tour, Monique Powell of Save Ferris talks with Graham about the band's 1997 album, It Means Everything. They discuss questionable major label expectations in the 90s, being dropped from that label, and perseverance through a spinal condition prognosis which threatened Monique's ability to perform.
Also, clam pizza.

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“Come On Eileen”  (1:08)
“Spam” (21:50)
The Specials “Ghost Town” (22:54)
Save Ferris “New Sound” (24:11)
“Goodbye” (24:57)
“The World Is New” (27:00)

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