Major Label Debut

Major Label Debut
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Graham Wright (Tokyo Police Club, CBC Radio) interviews musicians, producers, and writers about what happens when bands sign to a major label. Candid conversations about the intersection of art and commerce. Debuting Monday October 28! New episode every other week!

  1. MLD News - Super Bowl Performances

    1D AGO

    MLD News - Super Bowl Performances

    Intrepid correspdondents Graham and John Paul discuss the Super Bowl's pregame and halftime shows. Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug? And everything else from Major Label Debut!

    23 min
  2. Hot Hot Heat - "Elevator" with Steve Bays

    FEB 4

    Hot Hot Heat - "Elevator" with Steve Bays

    Joining Graham this week is Steve Bays of Hot Hot Heat to discuss the band's 2005 album, Elevator. Graham and Steve talk about the realities of touring, the impact of mental health on musicians, and the value of passion projects. Also, pad thai and California gas station wine. 📻🎚️ Hot Hot Heat “Goodnight Goodnight” (1:32) Liars “Mr You’re On Fire Mr” (7:02) Hot Hot Heat “Bandages” (12:42) “Middle Of Nowhere” (16:20) The Walkmen “The Rat” (49:19) “You Owe Me An IOU” (54:42) Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug? And everything else from Major Label Debut!

    1h 27m
  3. MLD News Pitchfork's Subscription Model and an MLD Announcement

    JAN 28

    MLD News Pitchfork's Subscription Model and an MLD Announcement

    Intrepid correspdondents Graham and John Paul discuss Pitchfork's pivot to a subscription model as well as an exciting announcement from the MLD Podcast Network. Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug? And everything else from Major Label Debut!

    22 min
  4. "The Lost Voice" with Greta Morgan

    JAN 22

    "The Lost Voice" with Greta Morgan

    Graham is joined by Greta Morgan to discuss her memoir, The Lost Voice. Greta shares the evolution of her musical identity after being diagnosed with a disorder that robbed her of her voice. They also talk about the complexities of band dynamics, the impact of COVID-19 on creativity, and the transformative journey of writing a memoir. Also, homemade cinnabons and superfood lattes, or celery and burnt nachos.  📻🎚️ Hush Sound “Wine Red” (2:30) Gold Motel “Don’t Send The Searchlights” (8:35) Greta Morgan “White Sands” (27:15) Check out Greta's website! Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug? And everything else from Major Label Debut!

    1h 20m
  5. MLD News - A Salute to Bob Weir and 5 Songs To Get Into The Grateful Dead

    JAN 14

    MLD News - A Salute to Bob Weir and 5 Songs To Get Into The Grateful Dead

    Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul celebrate the life and legacy of Bob Weir and offer a guided introduction to the Grateful Dead. 📻🎚️ Grateful Dead “St. Steven” (5:30) “Truckin’” (8:07) Bob Weir “Cassidy” (10:22) Grateful Dead “Althea” (13:22) “Touch Of Grey” (15:10) Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug? And everything else from Major Label Debut!

    30 min
  6. Navigating the Intersection of Art and Commerce with Randy Ojeda

    JAN 7

    Navigating the Intersection of Art and Commerce with Randy Ojeda

    Picture this: you are standing at the intersection of Art and Commerce. It is a hectic crossing; a convoluted tangle with countless voices offering advice anywhere on the scale from utterly awful to actually useful but no easy way to discern which is which. Here to clear a path is Randy Ojeda, manager and music lawyer but for purpose of continuing the mind illustration, a crossing guard the traffic actually stops for. Not only do Graham and Randy talk about bad deals and shady accounting, but also about Randy's unique approach to helping new and indie artists navigate the intersection by making legal services more accessible. Also, club sandwiches and Arnold Palmers. 📻🎚️ Ganser “Black Sand” (2:14) Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug? And everything else from Major Label Debut!

    1h 18m
  7. MLD News - 2026 Forecast

    2025-12-31

    MLD News - 2026 Forecast

    Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul talk about the future - Happy New Year! Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug? And everything else from Major Label Debut!

    16 min
  8. Tokyo Police Club (and beyond!) with Greg Alsop *rebroadcast*

    2025-12-24

    Tokyo Police Club (and beyond!) with Greg Alsop *rebroadcast*

    In this spirit of the season we reflect on the support of our dearest friends with this rebroadcast. From all of us at MLD, take care and Happy Holidays! Graham is joined by drummer, composer, songwriter, long-time friend and grilled cheese wizard, Greg Alsop to discuss the industry through the lens of their band, Tokyo Police Club. A candid conversation between two friends about creativity, musicianship, and the end of a nearly twenty year old band. Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug? And everything else from Major Label Debut!

    1h 26m
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Graham Wright (Tokyo Police Club, CBC Radio) interviews musicians, producers, and writers about what happens when bands sign to a major label. Candid conversations about the intersection of art and commerce. Debuting Monday October 28! New episode every other week!

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  • Creator
    Major Label Debut
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Major Label Debut
  • Show Website
    Major Label Debut

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