Mark and Me Podcast Episode 417: Grant Nicholas (Feeder)
Feb 20, 2025
Grant Nicholas, the talented lead singer and guitarist of the rock band Feeder, shares his musical journey and creative evolution, discussing the formation of a trilogy of albums and their nostalgic influences. He reflects on the art of simplicity in songwriting, inspired by legends like Tom Petty. The conversation navigates the balance between artistic control and commercial pressures, the DIY revolution in music production, and upcoming performances. Grant discusses revisiting classic albums while maintaining deep connections with fans.
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Early Music Discovery By Dubbing Cassettes
- Grant discovered music by borrowing friends' records and dubbing them onto cassettes as a kid.
- He lists diverse early influences from ELO to Black Sabbath that shaped his taste.
Power Of Simple Songwriting
- Grant admires songwriters like Tom Petty for making simple songs that still connect universally.
- He thinks simplicity in songwriting is hard and teaches long-term craft.
Keep Arrangements Purposeful
- Don't add parts to a song unless the song needs them; keep arrangements purposeful.
- Seek the moment in the studio or live when a song feels magical before releasing it.
