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Mazzy Star with Meaghan Garvey

Nov 2, 2023
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Meaghan Garvey
Music journalist and critic Meaghan Garvey joins Yasi to discuss the enigmatic band Mazzy Star. They explore the band's cult-like devotion and the beautiful, timeless songs that brought them prominence. Meaghan shares insights into the band's career that defied convention, their dark and haunting music, and their influence on the indie music scene. They also touch on astrology, name changes in the Paisley Underground scene, and the impact of Mazzy Star on current indie artists. Along the way, they discuss topics like stolen lives, Kendra Smith's abrupt departure, and the joy of quitting. Overall, an intriguing conversation about a band that rejected modernity but gained widespread love.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Meaghan Garvey, Cult Bands, and Mazzy Star
01:53 • 10min
3
Beliefs about sun signs, admiration for Mazzy Star, and excerpts from interviews
12:17 • 1min
4
Background and Early Music Projects of David Edward Robach
13:46 • 3min
5
Exploring Preferences and Name Changes in the Paisley Underground Scene
16:19 • 3min
6
Happy Nightmare Baby: Dark and Haunting Music
19:03 • 5min
7
The Story of All About Eve and David and Kendra's Involvement
24:02 • 2min
8
Shy Girl, Adventurous Music Enthusiast
26:04 • 6min
9
Reflections on Someone Stealing Your Life
32:22 • 2min
10
Kendra Smith's Departure
34:19 • 15min
11
The Musical Influences of Mazzy Star
48:53 • 17min
12
The Joy of Quitting and Surrender
01:05:56 • 7min
13
Appreciating a Band and a Confrontational Attitude, Plus an Ad for Comfortable Performance Clothing
01:12:46 • 2min
14
Mazzy Star's Chapter: Audience, Music Scene, and Chart Positions
01:14:31 • 15min
15
Exploring the Dark and Haunting 'Mary of Silence'
01:29:46 • 9min
16
Raw and Poignant Music Writing in YouTube Comments
01:38:45 • 17min
17
Reluctance to Perform and the Influence of Appearance
01:55:35 • 2min
18
Music in 1996 and Mazzy Star's Co-Production Credit
01:57:21 • 3min
19
Exploring the Impact of Vibes on Music Production
02:00:13 • 19min
20
Online Shopping and Mazzy Star in 'The Sopranos'
02:19:08 • 9min
21
The Current State of the Music Industry and TikTok Influencers
02:27:52 • 15min
22
The Release and Tour of a Band
02:42:55 • 18min
23
The Impact and Influence of Mazzy Star
03:00:44 • 13min
24
Wrapping Up the Conversation and Podcast Promotion
03:13:18 • 3min