Mark and Me Podcast Episode 449: Letlive
Jul 14, 2025
Dive into an engaging discussion with Letlive, exploring their origins and memorable moments in the music scene. Hear heartfelt stories about iconic concerts and how they shaped musical identities. The importance of embracing anxiety in performance and taking creative risks is highlighted, alongside a reflective dialogue on the spiritual connections we have with songs. Personal anecdotes reveal music's profound impact on relationships, especially between fathers and sons, making for an inspiring and emotional journey.
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First Record Was Stolen
- A band member recounts stealing the Deftones' Around the Fur from a warehouse as their first record.
- His mother noticed the parental advisory and forced him to return it, a memory he still finds formative.
Warped Tour Ignited A Career
- Chino/Deftones made one guest describe seeing Warped Tour in 1996 as the moment he wanted to play rock music.
- He remembers the singer jumping off speaker stacks and decided then to pursue rock.
Art Over Metrics Wins Long Term
- Deftones serve as proof that making distinct art can create long-term, sustainable success.
- The band criticizes following algorithmic playbooks and urges artists to prioritise art over metrics.