

EP. 254 - Funeral For A Friend: 'Casually Dressed and Deep In Conversation' | 20th Anniversary with Ryan Richards & Darran Smith
Oct 5, 2023
Ryan Richards and Darran Smith, members of the Welsh rock band Funeral for a Friend, celebrate the 20th anniversary of their iconic album 'Casually Dressed and Deep In Conversation.' They dive into the album's profound legacy and its life-changing impact on their careers. Enjoy humorous anecdotes about their early days of touring, interactions with emerging bands like Paramore, and even a football match with Iron Maiden. Plus, they share quirky tales from the road, reflecting on the camaraderie and excitement of the vibrant music scene.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Celebrating a Musical Milestone: 20 Years of Emotion and Influence
01:37 • 2min
Celebrating 20 Years of 'Casually Dressed'
03:15 • 5min
Musical Rivalry and Tour Prep
08:02 • 3min
Celebrating Clean Sounds and Unwavering Mobile Plans
11:23 • 2min
Evolution of Sound and Songwriting
12:56 • 12min
From EP to Album: The Journey of 'Casually Dressed'
25:25 • 17min
Reminiscing About Paramore's Early Days
42:08 • 2min
Nostalgia and Regional Music Scenes
44:17 • 2min
Nostalgia on the Road
46:06 • 16min
Nostalgia on Tour: Reflections and Revelries
01:02:14 • 16min
Support Live Music and Connect with the Community
01:18:06 • 2min
Merchandise, Community, and Silly Ownership Claims
01:20:34 • 2min
Gratitude and Realities of Creative Earnings
01:22:06 • 3min