The MC Lars Podcast

This week on the MC Lars Podcast, I speak to sustainability educator Zak Vetter about his entrepreneurialism, his work with the Dry Climate Forum and the time his brother asked Steve Jobs about his favorite kind of underwear. We also reminisce about the early years of MC Lars and discuss the concept of truth. A great inteview with a Carmel Valley legend, thanks Zak!

Special Guest: Zak Vetter.

This week on the MC Lars Podcast, I talk to Aubrey Turner of the Doubeclicks! We talk about our tour together, marketing and what it was like studying at the Berklee College of Music. We also talk about the time she heard an ICP song mixed in surround sound for one of her production classes and the way she and her sibling Laser collaborate remotely. A very special episode with a talented and kind woman, thank you Aubrey for being on the show!

Special Guest: Aubrey Turner.

This week on the podcast, I talk to lyricist, guitarist and singer Laser Malena-Webber, one half of The Doubleclicks! We discuss their songwriting process, Los Angeles, our tour, and their crowdfunding book "Crowdfunding for Musicians". We also talk about some of our influences and how cisgender people can transgender non-binary allies. An awesome talk with a talented friend, thanks Laser!

Special Guest: Laser Malena-Webber.

This week, I catch up with Gaby Alter, frontman of Yes Gabriel. We talk about his work in musicals, the times he toured with Frontalot and me, and his new solo project. We also talk about his musical philosophy, the first records that changed his life, and I quiz him about his favorite philosophers he studied at Wesleyan. Thanks Gaby!

Special Guest: Gaby Alter.

This week, I talk to film director Stewart Hendler, who is also my first cousin! We talk about the time he directed the “iGeneration” video, what it was like working with Carrie Fisher on his movie “Sorority Row”, and fatherhood. We also talk about how he got his start in the industry and how he balances family life with traveling for work. A great conversation with one of my favorite people in the world!

Special Guest: Stewart Hendler.

This week, I talk to Matt Milligan of Wheatus about what it was like studying music with Lady Gaga at NYU, touring with Soul Coughing and how when we first met, we were both wearing Mindless Self Indulgence t-shirts. A great conversation with a thoughtful and wonderful artist, thanks to Matt for playing so many shows with me and for all of your time this week.

Special Guest: Matt Milligan.

This on the podcast, I talk to Brian from the Gothsicles about Wax Trax! Records, the midwestern industrial music scene, the Boston noise scene and the upcoming Gothsicles shows and albums. We also talk about how he got started making music on his Yamaha QY10 sequencer and his affiliation with the Dr. Dements-inspired FuMP community. Thanks Brian!

Special Guest: The Gothsicles.

This week on the podcast, I talk to Marshal Carper, who I met while he was working at Synersteel Studios. His group released two MC Lars rhythm games, and over the years, we became friends. We talk about Carper's books, his consulting business, and his involvement with Mega Cat Studios. We also talk about the practicality of having a writing degree and his memories of studying on the Big Island of Hawaii. A great interview with an inspiring dude, thanks Marshal!

Special Guest: Marshal Carper.

I first met Doctor Popular in the fall of 2008 while YTCracker and I were finished "the Digital Gangster LP". He collaborated on a few tracks, but after that, we did not see eachother much (other than a show where he opened for me in 2013). On this week's podcast I catch up with Doc to talk about his new game KnifeTank, his upcoming, life in San Francisco, chiptune and his day job at WordPress. A great conversation with a very talented guy! Thanks Doctor Popular!

Special Guest: Doctor Popular.

This week, I catch up with Fishbone's Angelo Moore, while he was reherasing in Berkeley for his New Year's Eve show. We had mad on the VANS Warped Tour in 2011, and reminscied about the festival and its leagacy. We also talked about KRS-One, Roland TR-808 drum machines, and what 2020 means to him. We premiere Angelo Moore & the Brand New Step's new single "Los Angeles" and talk about his future projects. Thanks man!

Special Guest: Angelo Moore.