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The Lovin’ Spoonful’s John Sebastian joins Kyle Meredith to talk about John Sebastian and Arlen Roth Explore the Spoonful Songbook, a collaborative LP that finds the two musicians reimagining the band’s classic catalog through instrumentals and guest vocalists. The “Welcome Back” singer-songwriter takes us his partnership with Roth, compares these new versions to their ’60s originals, and tells us about finding jug band music in his youth before marrying it to the rock and pop music that would result in those legendary tracks. Sebastian also takes us through the sparse arrangements of songs like “Daydream” and “Do You Believe In Magic,” tells us why they weren’t able to come up with a new arrangement for “Summer in the City,” and the inspiration behind “Didn’t Have to Do It” and his solo cut “Stories We Could Tell." We also get to hear about writing children’s television music in the '80s, including “Care Bears Countdown,” and that he and Roth may do a sequel to this record. Listen to John Sebastian discuss his new collaborative album and more. Then make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts, and you can also follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dermot Kennedy joins Kyle Meredith to discuss his upcoming sophomore album and the success that’s led up to it. The Irish singer-songwriter tells us about recently busking in Washington Square, raising over $300,000 for charities over the holidays, and being an authentically humble artist. Kennedy also revisits his Metallica cover of "Nothing Else Matters," what it was like having “Paradise” become so big during a time when he was so disconnected from the world, and the background behind his latest chart-topping single, “Better Days." Plus, he gives us so insight into his upcoming tour with Shawn Mendes, tickets for which can be found here. Listen to Dermot Kennedy discuss his upcoming LP, busking, and more. Then make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bastille’s Dan Smith sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about Give Me the Future, the band’s fourth album, which finds them using sci-fi and predictions of the future as a concept behind alt-pop anthems. The English artist discusses the virtual world in which the characters constantly escape into, using science fiction as a vehicle to write by, and creating Future Inc. as an augmented reality platform next to the music. Smith also dives into the collaborative nature of the process, a first for Bastille, including a spoken word piece from Riz Ahmed. Elsewhere, he shares his thoughts on the reality of our own future. Listen to Dan Smith break down Bastille's new LP Give Me the Future and more. Also, make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tears for Fears sit down with Kyle Meredith to talk about The Tipping Point, their first album in nearly twenty years. Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith discuss the ”painful process” that lead to the album’s completion, including a series of covers and speed dating with young producers that resulted in a record that was abandoned before putting trust in their own partnership. The two then discuss some of the heavy themes on the LP, including how what was happening globally was to be represented in the songs; how tackling topical songs has changed since their early days; and Roland’s use of ghosts, demons, and the dead in his work. We also hear about the band’s upcoming tour with Garbage (get tickets here!) and their thoughts on making more albums in the future. Listen to Tears for Fears break down The Tipping Point and more. Also, make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jonathan Van Ness sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about his new Netflix series, Getting Curious, which is based on his podcast of the same name. The Queer Eye member discusses how episodes about his curiosity with hair, binary and gender identity, figure skating, and skyscrapers offer the opportunity to give voice to underrepresented people. JVN also speaks on where the fun and quirky songs within the series come from, and previews his upcoming comedy tour, which will feature some on-stage gymnastics from the star. Listen to Jonathan Van Ness discuss Getting Curious and more now, and then like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts. Make sure to follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Michael Ealy sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about The Woman in the House Across the Street From the Girl in the Window, the new satirical limited series on Netflix that also stars Kristen Bell. The actor takes us through the process of making a satire of psychological thrillers and the challenge of playing his role in a sincere way, plus his upcoming role in The Devil You Know, which also finds him executive producing. The Stumptown star also discusses the possibility of directing in the next few years, and if he would be up for a second season of The Woman in the House. Listen to the full episode now, and make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts. Then follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Raine Maida, leader of the band Our Lady Peace, joins Kyle Meredith to talk about Spiritual Machines 2, the sequel to the band's 2000 album of the same name. The Canadian songwriter first takes us back to the original LP and how OLP linked up with futurist Ray Kurzweil, who happens to appear on both Spiritual Machine and Spiritual Machines 2. Maida talks about all of the predictions Kurzweil made that have since come true, and the band's plans to have him appear in their upcoming live shows holographically. Maida then dives into how the new songs speak directly to the tracks from 20 years ago, the new predictions for the future, his thoughts on Simulation and Singularity, working with TV on the Radio's Dave Sitek and also having founding guitarist Mike Turner back to guest on the record. Listen to Raine Maida discuss Our Lady Peace's Spiritual Machines 2 and more now, and then make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Will Sergeant sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about his autobiography, Bunnyman, which tells his story from childhood up until Echo & The Bunnymen began making their first full album. The guitarist discusses how WWII and the Cold War had a strong influence on his coming-of-age and the music that he would create, pop culture’s importance in the last century, and how artists create their own mythology. Sergeant also tells us about accidentally coming up with the riff to “The Killing Moon,” helping to create post-punk from punk, his distaste for the Echo & The Bunnymen's most recent album, and his plans for two more books that would take fans through the band's breakthrough success. Listen to Will Sergeant discuss Bunnyman and more via the player above or watch the chat at Consequence. Also, make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our sh --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jessica Frances Dukes sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about Season 4 of Ozark on Netflix and how her character fits into the final season’s storyline. Dukes digs into the absolute darkness of Ozark’s story, being surprised at how people received the show considering real life turmoil, and how her Agent Maya Miller wants to be the voice of morality. We also get to hear about the parallels between her and Jason Bateman, what it’s like to know it’s the final season, and whether or not she thinks that a story like this can have a happy ending. Listen to Jessica Frances Dukes dig into Season 4 of Ozark and more. Also, make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kiefer Sutherland sits down with Kyle Meredith to dig into his new album, Bloor Street. The actor/musician discusses the romantic balance between the songs, how the pubs of England left their stamp on the material, and why his time filming Designated Survivor put him in a reflective mood. Sutherland goes on to tell us about his multiple times in jail inspiring one of the record’s centerpieces, the crossover between his love of Americana music and the roles he sometimes plays, as well as portraying William S. Burroughs in 2000’s Beat and Franklin D. Roosevelt in this April’s The First Lady. Listen to Kiefer Sutherland discuss Bloor Street and more. Also, make sure to like and subscribe to Kyle Meredith With… wherever you get your podcasts, and follow the Consequence Podcast Network for updates on all our shows. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy