Lead Singer Syndrome with Shane Told Tades Sanville (Hot Mulligan)
May 31, 2023
Tades Sanville, the lead singer of Hot Mulligan, dives deep into his upbringing in rural Michigan and the struggles of leaving his church behind. He candidly discusses family dynamics, including his complex relationship with his mother and heartfelt memories of his pet rat, Betty. The conversation touches on the emotional depth of their new album, 'Why Would I Watch,' and the humorous contrasts faced on their recent tours. Tades emphasizes authenticity in connecting with fans while navigating the chaotic world of music.
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Small Town, Big Breakaway
- Tades grew up in rural Michigan and relied on church for social life until he left it.
- Leaving the church isolated him and pushed him toward punk and DIY music scenes.
Success Measured By Fans, Not Charts
- Tades feels grateful simply that people like the new Hot Mulligan album.
- He measures success by whether listeners think the songs "sound cool," not chart positions alone.
Bleak Lyrics Create Connection
- Tades writes bleak lyrics because his life feels bleak, and that honesty creates catharsis.
- He believes people relate because "nothing is unique" and he focuses on the worst things since they stick with him.