Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond Hiatus Kaiyote
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Dec 3, 2024 Nai Palm, the soulful vocalist and guitarist of Hiatus Kaiyote, joins bandmates Perrin Moss, a dynamic drummer, and Simon Mavin, a keyboardist with a flair for harmony. They discuss their latest album, 'Love Heart Cheat Code,' and the magic of spontaneous collaboration. Expect insights into their creative process, unique live performance challenges, and how scientific themes inspire their music. Humorous anecdotes about their journeys and the integral role of authenticity round out an engaging conversation.
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Make Friends Origins
- Simon Mavin wrote the riff for "Make Friends" at home on his piano.
- Nai Palm wrote lyrics overnight, and they recorded it quickly, adding vocals with their manager Scott and Mario C.
Make Friends Recording
- Hiatus Kaiyote was rehearsing or working on the record in Perrin Moss's room when "Make Friends" came together.
- They jammed, put up microphones, and recorded it.
Telescope Inspiration
- Nai Palm's lyrics for "Telescope" are inspired by NASA's website, with each verse relating to band members' birthdays.
- Neil deGrasse Tyson even recognized the song's reference to the Einstein Ring.