All Songs Considered Viking's Choice: MxPx, Daniel Bachman, Matana Roberts, more
Sep 19, 2023
Bob Boilen hosts his final episode of All Songs Considered, featuring a mix of pop punk, banjo drone, free jazz, and fingerstyle guitar. They discuss MxPx's new record, Daniel Bachman's unique composing style, Matana Roberts' Coin Coin project, ancestral roots in African-American music, generational trauma in avant-garde music, and a repetitive introduction followed by a retirement planning advertisement.
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MxPx Fan
- Lars Gotrich has been a fan of MxPx since he was a teenager.
- He is excited to see them at Furnace Fest in Alabama, where they are headlining Friday night.
MxPx Evolution
- MxPx's music, while often based on simple chords, has evolved over time.
- Their new album, Find a Way Home, shows their growth and reflection on life.
Last MxPx Concert
- The last time Lars Gotrich saw MxPx was at the Black Cat in Washington, D.C.
- He prefers the original trio but is excited to see the current four-member lineup.