THE ADAM BUXTON PODCAST EP.235 - KIM DEAL
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Dec 8, 2024 
In this engaging conversation, Kim Deal, the iconic musician from The Breeders and Pixies, shares her musical journey and reflections on the chaos of performing at Glastonbury. She reminisces about childhood harmony sessions with her twin and the impact of family on her music. The discussion humorously intertwines personal anecdotes with her recent solo record and explores the nostalgic influence of Star Trek on her songwriting. With light-hearted banter, they capture the essence of being an artist and the emotional connections that music fosters.
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Kim Deal's Glastonbury Experience
- Kim Deal played Glastonbury but had no time to explore or wander.
- She mentions only speaking with Courtney Barnett and Stella, highlighting the festival's hectic nature.
Adam Buxton's Coldplay Surprise
- Adam Buxton was initially cynical about Coldplay's Glastonbury performance but was impressed by Chris Martin's improvisational skills and the band's tight performance.
- Martin improvised songs for audience members shown on the jumbotron, creating a surprisingly personal moment.
Childhood Harmonies
- Kim and Kelly Deal sang together as children, recording on a reel-to-reel tape machine.
- Kim recalls singing "Where Is Love" in an English accent, believing they sounded like prodigies, but later found the recording less impressive.