Kreative Kontrol

Ep. #821: Kurt Vile

Nov 16, 2023

Kurt Vile, a songwriter, discusses his new EP, love for George Jones, Dead Milkmen, Bob Dylan, and Tom Petty. He shares personal connections to David Berman, talks about interacting with Neil Young and working with Cate Le Bon. The hosts reflect on their trip to Philadelphia and the music scene there. They also discuss the intense pain of migraines and express gratitude for the late Dallas Good and The Sadies.

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Quick takeaways

The Sadies are described as the greatest live band and have a special place in Kurt Vile's heart, with whom he has toured and collaborated on songs.

Kurt Vile involves his children in his music, featuring them in songs and performances, including a Christmas compilation and a cover of Charlie XCX.

Kurt Vile expresses gratitude towards influential musicians like Bob Dylan, David Berman, George Jones, and the Dead Milkmen, referencing their songs and including allusions in his own music, emphasizing the importance of paying homage to inspiring artists.

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Connection with the Sadies

The Sadies are described as the greatest live band and have a special place in the artist's heart. They have toured together and collaborated on songs. The artist praises their incredible musicianship and their authenticity as a band.

Introduction

3min

Interview with Kurt Vile

4min

Dreams and Parenting in Philadelphia

2min

Exploring Philadelphia and its Music Scene

22min

Personal Connections to the Music of David Berman

17min

Reflections on the Loss of Dallas and Admiration for The Sadies

17min

The Intense Pain of Migraines

6min

Reflections on a Chat with Kurt Vile and Thanking Sponsors

4min

Kurt Vile discusses his lovely new EP, Back to Moon Beach, Philly, Boston, and Atom and His Package, pandemic prescience, writing songs that show love for George Jones, Dead Milkmen, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, and David Berman, our personal connections to Berman, Silver Jews, and Purple Mountains, interacting with Neil Young, bringing your children to work, our shared love for the late Dallas Good and the Sadies, working with Cate Le Bon, tour, other future plans, and much more.

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