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LaunchLeft is a music discovery podcast where famed creatives launch emerging artists. Hosted by Rain Phoenix you can expect in-depth conversations with well-known musicians discussing their process and, throwing light to emerging artists. LaunchLeft is an alliance of artists who break from the norm and lean into the unique. We enlist famed creatives to launch emerging artists. For full video episodes go to LaunchLeft.com/Podcast

OCT 22

ADRIA PETTY launches Amy Helm

Join us in celebrating Tom Petty’s birthday by welcoming his daughter, artist/director Adria Petty to the pod. Adria talks about what it was like losing her father and how she is working through the emotions by honoring him. She shares deeply about the impact he had on her as an artist and her commitment to keeping his legacy alive by releasing and reissuing music and film from his archive. We talk about his Gainesville roots, his first band Mudcrutch, the film ‘Heartbreakers Beach Party’, his generosity and so much more! Adria then launches Amy Helm who discusses her new album, ‘Silver City’, and her experiences on the road from her current tour. She talks about collaborations she has done, and what is next for her. Stay till the end to hear a live version of her song, ‘Money on 7’. ----------------- LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://www.launchleft.com LAUNCHLEFT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft TWITTER https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [1:35] Adria talks about losing her father to fentanyl. [9:08] What is Adria’s connection to Gainesville? [14:12] When things get tough, how does Adria use art to get through? [20:19] How can we express our shared humanity and come back together as people? [21:12] What was it like for Adria to have to go through her dads estate and discover all he left behind? [32:34] Adria discusses Heartbreakers Beach Party and what it’s about. [35:55] Amy Helm joins the show to talk about her album, What the Flood Leaves Behind. [38:15] Amy shares about being on the road and touring. [43:12] We hear about Amy’s record and collaborators she worked with. [52:03] What types of workshops is Amy creating? [55:28] Listen to a snippet of Money on 7 by Amy Helm. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Allow yourself to grieve and feel the loss of someone you love, but also think of the joyful times and how they would want you to be living your life now. Music, poetry, and art are a beautiful way to create and share your emotions, pain, positivity with the world. It is a way for people to connect with one another. Tom Petty’s legacy lives on with his daughter, Adria, and all the work that she is doing to continue putting his music and talent out to the world. RESOURCE LINKS: LaunchLeft Podcast Smart Link Links for Adria Petty: Adria Petty's Instagram Adria Petty's Website Links for Amy Helm: Amy Helm's Instagram Amy Helm's Facebook BIOGRAPHIES: Adria Petty’s Bio Adria Petty is an American director, editor, art director, and artist. Amy Helm’s Bio When creating her fourth album, the soulful and reflective Silver City, Amy Helm was guided by her North Star: women’s voices. “Women whispering, singing, shouting their stories - speaking the truth. I wanted to dig into that inherited narrative and reach for what I could.” The epistolary anthology is a collection of conversations that travel through time, exploring and celebrating womanhood in all its complexities. Silver City blends the folk twang of Helm’s childhood with gospel and soul, drawing inspiration from varied stories: the life of Helm’s great-grandmother, the story of a young fan struggling with substance abuse, Helm’s own life as a single mother and hard-touring singer. Recorded at Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, New York, and produced by Josh Kaufman, the album finds Helm exploring themes of womanhood, single motherhood, and personal struggles, offering songs that are deeply personal and narrative-driven. With Silver City, Helm embraces the beauty of age, survival, and transformation through her powerful, story-rooted performances.

1h 1m
SEP 24

SHARON VAN ETTEN launches Maxim Ludwig

This week, on LaunchLeft, Rain is joined by Sharon Van Etten. In this episode Sharon talks with Rain about how she got into music and what inspires her to write. We hear about Van Etten’s latest single Every Time the Sun Comes Up, and her happiness with finding a band that excites and moves her musically. Sharon then introduces Maxim Ludwig to the conversation and we learn about his new music, how they met, and some of their great stories, insights, and revelations about art, touring, and friendship. The episode closes with Maxim’s song Baby, I Wanna Be Your Lover Tonight. ----------------- LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://www.launchleft.com LAUNCHLEFT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft TWITTER https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [1:17] Where does Sharon draw inspiration creatively? [5:32] Sharon discusses her newly released single Every Time the Sun Comes Up. [7:56] Did Sharon ever envision being a musician? [14:18] Does Sharon prefer playing in the studio or live? [18:12] When was the first time Sharon really felt connected to music? [24:40] Maxim joins the show and Sharon share’s how they met. [37:03] How do music and visual art tie in together for Maxim? [40:39] What are everyone's thoughts on backing tracks? [48:40] How long has Sharon been following Maxim? [51:04] How did Maxim pick out the guitar for Sharon? [56:44] Why is live music so amazing? [1:00:20] Maxim introduces his song Baby, I Wanna Be Your Lover Tonight. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Take your time with your music, the pieces will fall into place when it's meant to be. Sharon is just now feeling like she has her band together after years and years of being a musician. Find like minded people and mentors to help you get started. Maxim started by helping Sharon, but learned so much and has been able to make his own music. There is nothing quite like the energy connection between audience and performer. RESOURCE LINKS: LaunchLeft Podcast Smart Link Links for Sharon Van Etten: Sharon Van Etten's Website Sharon Van Etten's X Sharon Van Etten's Instagram Sharon Van Etten's Facebook Sharon Van Etten's YouTube Sharon Van Etten's TikTok Links for Maxim Ludwig: Maxim Ludwig's Instagram Maxim Ludwig's YouTube BIOGRAPHIES: Sharon Van Etten is an artist and recognized as one of the most influential and iconic songwriters of our time. She released her sixth full-length album, We’ve Been Going About This All Wrong, this past May. Leading into its release, Pitchfork profiled Van Etten stating, “Sharon Van Etten Is an Institution Now,” while Rolling Stone called her “one of the most fearless, soul-shredding songwriters on the planet.” Van Etten made her return to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in support of the new album and took the “soul-strengthening” (New Yorker) Wild Hearts Tour with Angel Olsen and Julien Baker all over the country. In support of Van Etten’s 2019 release, Remind Me Tomorrow, she was profiled in The New York Times’ Arts & Leisure section and the album was featured prominently in best of 2019 lists by NPR Music, Billboard, Fresh Air, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, ESQUIRE, The New Yorker and more. Van Etten has collaborated with artists ranging from Courtney Barnett and Joshua Homme to Norah Jones and Angel Olsen, and been covered by artists including Fiona Apple, Lucinda Williams, Big Red Machine and Idles. She has performed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Austin City Limits TV and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Van Etten was a guest star in the Netflix series The OA and guest starred in Eliza Hittman’s “Never, Rarely, Sometimes, Always.” She performed in David Lynch’s revival of Twin Peaks. Off-screen, she wrote her first score for Katheri

1h 6m
AUG 20

HOT CHIP's ALEXIS TAYLOR launches Mozart Estate

Welcome back to LaunchLeft! This week Rain is joined by Alexis Taylor from Hot Chip and Lawrence from Mozart Estate. Throughout this episode they discuss how Alexis and Lawrence met and why Alexis chose to Launch Mozart Estate. They also talk about the power of music and healing, and how music and other forms of art can make such a big impact on the world. They chat about their individual careers, what their next steps are, and how the expenses of creating new records or playing live impact their creativity. Tune in to the episode to hear why art and music are so important and enjoy Lawrence’s (Mozart Estate) new song to close the show. ----------------- LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://www.launchleft.com LAUNCHLEFT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft TWITTER https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [1:34] Was there another artist that uplifted or helped Alexis when he was getting started? [11:33] What are the different types of artists? [13:20] Lawrence from Mozart Estate joins the show. [14:04] How did Lawrence and Alexis meet? [25:31] Would Alexis ever do anything else other than music? [30:59] What other bands have influenced Lawrence and Alexis? [39:05] Has Alexis dealt with competitiveness in his time as an artist? [38:58] What are Rain, Alexis and Lawrence currently focusing on for their individual careers? [50:13] What is the end goal of chasing your dreams? [58:67] If you are a new listener of Mozart Estate what should you start listening to? KEY TAKEAWAYS: There are different forms of art that can help people connect and work through trauma, such as a film, or music, or piece of art. Artists are such an important part of our humanity. By centering the truth of art will allow the gift to continue to spread. Keep holding belief in yourself and following your dreams, that’s what will pull you through when times are hard. RESOURCE LINKS: LaunchLeft Podcast Smart Link Links for Alexis Taylor: Alexis Taylor Instagram Alexis Taylor Komi Alexis Taylor's Merchandise Alexis Taylor's Facebook Links for Mozart Estate: Mozart Estate Instagram Mozart Estate Facebook Mozart Estate X Profile Cherry Red Website Alexis Taylor’s Bio Best known as a founding member of the UK electropop outfit Hot Chip, Alexis Taylor also pursues a solo career as an introspective singer-songwriter one moment and a synth/drum machine/guitar wig-out noise-maker the next, finding different angles on his music with each album. Taylor's debut, ‘Rubbed Out’, arrived in 2008, a mix of electronic improvisations and bubble gum lofi pop, somewhere between Alex Chilton, Paul McCartney and Arthur Russell. Since then, Alexis has released a further five albums; ‘Await Barbarians’, ‘Piano’, ‘Listen With(out) Piano’ (to be played on two turntables simultaneously) ‘Beautiful Thing’ - with DFA/Unkle producer Tim Goldsworthy - and his latest offering ‘Silence’ - a personal and reflective, almost entirely acoustic record released in 2021 featuring jazz improviser Kenichi Iwasa, harpist Rachel Horton Kitchlew and double-bassist Sam Becker. Alexis has collaborated with the likes of Peter Gabriel, Robert Wyatt, Bonnie 'Prince' Billy and David Byrne, as well as remixing Neu!, Au Revoir Simone and Kraftwerk (alongside his Hot Chip bandmates). He is also a member of Atomic Bomb, About Group, Fainting By Numbers & Fimber Bravo. Mozart Estate’s Bio Lawrence is known for fronting influential pop groups Felt, Denim and Go-Kart Mozart. Now he’s back on the road and using the moniker Mozart Estate. A new name for a new time, he says. A new band too and a brand-new album out now entitled Pop-up! Ker-ching! And The Possibilities Of Modern Shopping. The band are touring t

1h 8m
JUL 23

IAN ROGERS launches Strand Of Oaks

Welcome back to LaunchLeft! This week I am joined by Ian Rogers who has been on the cutting edge of technology and music since '93 when he began working with the Beastie Boys. Ian’s had an innovative hand in bringing companies such as Apple Music, Beats 1, LVMH & Ledger into the digital age while maintaining a deep curiosity and passionate artful approach. We talk about Ian’s love of learning, his creative outlets, and how the past plays a part in the future. Ian shares about how his children have influenced his work and how the use of technology is changing the landscape for getting music heard. Half way through the episode, he introduces his friend and fellow Indiana native, Tim from Strand of Oaks to discuss his music and the connection between culture and technology. We all share ideas on how to get music heard today and the importance of building a brand in this new world of music. Tune in for this great conversation and hear Strand of Oaks new song ”Ananda”. ----------------- LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://www.launchleft.com LAUNCHLEFT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft TWITTER https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft --------------------- LaunchLeft Podcast hosted by Rain Phoenix is an intentional space for Art and Activism where famed creatives launch new artists. LaunchLeft is an alliance of left-of-center artists, a curated ecosystem that includes a podcast, label and NFT gallery. --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [1:40] Ian shares about his love of learning. [6:09] Where does Ian find joy and how has that played out in his work? [8:42] How does the past play a part in the future and in technology? [15:55] What is Ian’s creative outlet? [17:15] How do Ian’s children impact his business? [20:10] What creates excitement for Ian in his work? [22:37] Do artists have the same opportunities they did in the past? [26:18] Ian provides advice for emerging bands and building a brand. [31:24] Tim joins to talk about his album Strands of Oak. [32:40] What influenced the songs on Strands of Oak? [41:13] How did Ian help Tim when it came to release time? [51:01] Tim shares about a live show and how to build an audience. [1:06:39] Ian talks about the connection between culture and technology. [1:13:25] What's in the future for Tim? [1:16:42] Hear a song by Strand of Oaks. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Pay attention to what the younger generation says is going to take off, because they seem to be ahead of the times and have a good pulse on what is going to be successful. It takes time to build a brand and find the people who are going to love your music. There is no such thing as an overnight success, people just don’t see all the work that is put in before the success happens. The one thing that you can count on is that things never stay the same, you have to pivot, adjust with the technology, and look forward to how it will impact the future. RESOURCE LINKS: LaunchLeft Podcast Smart Link Links for Strand of Oaks: Strand of Oaks Website Strand of Oaks Instagram Strand of Oaks Facebook BIOGRAPHY: Ian Rogers is the Chief Experience Officer at Ledger, leading the consumer-facing business delivering the world’s #1 way to buy and secure cryptocurrency. Prior, Ian was the Chief Digital Officer at LVMH for five transformative years, working with a portfolio of nearly one hundred brands across luxury including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Sephora, and Hennessy. Ian also sits on the boards of Dr Marten’s and Lyst. Ian spent twenty years bringing digital music to the mainstream, first with Winamp then Yahoo!, Beats, and Apple. Ian contributed to the 2015 launch of Apple Music including Beats 1, their digital streaming channel. Ian graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science (with honors, Phi Beta Kappa) from Indiana

1h 22m
JUN 25

SUMMER PHOENIX launches Riley Polanski

Welcome back to the LaunchLeft podcast. This week Rain welcomes her sister Summer Phoenix to the show. Summer shares about her new business venture with co-owner Stacey Mann, STAY. STAY is LA’s first alcohol-free, zero-proof bar. We talk about Summer’s relationship with music and how STAY is an extension of her commitment to center an alcohol free and vegan lifestyle. Summer launches Riley Polanski in this episode. Riley discusses what led him to music, and how he shifted his focus from business law to music, and how that decision has impacted his life. Tune in to hear his story and beautiful voice as he performs a live acoustic version of his song “Eloise”. ----------------- LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://www.launchleft.com LAUNCHLEFT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft TWITTER https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft --------------------- LaunchLeft Podcast hosted by Rain Phoenix is an intentional space for Art and Activism where famed creatives launch new artists. LaunchLeft is an alliance of left-of-center artists, a curated ecosystem that includes a podcast, label and NFT gallery. --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [01:48] Summer discusses the genesis of STAY and what it means to her. [06:52] Did Summer use her background of interior design to decorate STAY? [07:58] Summer discusses the possibility of returning to film or TV. [10:07] How did music find Summer? [12:04] Who does Summer’s graphic design? [12:49] Summer shares some of her favorite female-run businesses. [15:59] Summer launches Riley Polanski and talks about how he brought her out of retirement. [18:58] How did music find Riley Polanski? [20:35] What led Riley to start creating music? [21:45] Riley shares the song he will perform live and the story behind it. [23:10] Riley’s song Eloise, performed live in the studio. KEY TAKEAWAYS: You can always try something new. You can learn the skills and put your heart into it and achieve your goals. Having a space to gather with friends and family or in creative community without the pressures of alcohol is important, and there should be more spaces like STAY. Never say never. Riley Polanski is a perfect example of someone who was going to go a very different direction in life, and then music found its way back and he is now a wonderful singer and songwriter. RESOURCE LINKS: LaunchLeft Podcast Smart Link Links for Summer Phoenix: Summer Phoenix's Instagram Stay Zero Proof Website Stay Zero Proof's Instagram Links for Riley Polanski: Riley Polanski's Instagram BIOGRAPHY: Summer Phoenix’s Bio SUMMER PHOENIX is a single mom of two sons, an actor, musician, animal rights activist, and environmentalist. She is the founder of both August Jude Design and Some Odd Rubies having created sustainability models in fashion and interior design for over two decades. She also served on the Board of River Phoenix Center for Peacebuilding and prioritizes being alcohol and drug free. She currently is half of STAY. - LA’s first zero-proof bar. Riley Polanski’s Bio Introducing Shadow Pop visionary Riley Polanski, LGBTQ+ and rooted in the vibrant cultural landscape of Los Angeles, Polanski's musical palette draws from the rich tapestry of folk and alternative pop. In an industry often defined by its rigidity, Polanski's emergence is nothing short of extraordinary. At the heart of Polanski's artistry lies a profound desire to serve those who feel “othered.” His lyrics, born from the crucible of personal struggle with addiction and abuse, bleed with raw authenticity, inviting listeners into an intoxicating journey of self-discovery. In both his recorded works and electrifying live performances alongside his bandmate, Distant Cowboy on cello, Polanski curates an immersive sonic experienc

28 min
MAY 21

KATHLEEN HANNA launches Naz Riahi

Today on the podcast Rain is joined by writer and musician, Kathleen Hanna. Their conversation travels from shared memories of being in bands in the 90’s, Kathleen’s thoughts on feminism today, how anger can motivate and harm creativity, the importance of self care and why it’s best to ditch toxic relationships. Kathleen’s memoir REBEL GIRL is out now. We then hear from the incredibly inspiring writer and filmmaker Naz Riahi, who shares what it was like to work with Kathleen on Rebel Girl, how music found her in Iran as a child, what inspires her, and what’s next for her creatively. Tune in to this power hour of conversation at LaunchLeft.com/podcast. ----------------- LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://www.launchleft.com LAUNCHLEFT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft TWITTER https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft --------------------- LaunchLeft Podcast hosted by Rain Phoenix is an intentional space for Art and Activism where famed creatives launch new artists. LaunchLeft is an alliance of left-of-center artists, a curated ecosystem that includes a podcast, label and NFT gallery. --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [5:25] How much has feminism changed since the 80s? What is the state of feminism today? [10:54] What is an internal positive belief that has stayed with Kathleen since childhood that she still draws upon? [12:24] Are all art forms the same or different in the process of creating? [18:26] Does anger motivate Kathleen when she is writing? [29:03] What does Kathleen do for self care while on the road? [37:44] What is Kathleen’s advice for young women? [41:05] How did music find Kathleen? [43:20] Kathleen introduces Naz Riahi and explains why she tipped her hat to Naz. [49:31] Naz joins the show and shares about what it was like working with Kathleen. [52:52] What about working with Kathleen influenced Naz’s own work or inspired her as a writer? [56:16] How did music find Naz? [58:36] What is next for Naz? KEY TAKEAWAYS: [24:47] We’re all creators, we all have the ability. We’re creating every day by being alive, we are creating our reality, we’re creating the future of what we want to be and say and do in the world. [38:12] If you find yourself in a toxic relationship with someone, whether that be a friend, family or lover, step away. Those toxic people are standing in the way of other people who are waiting for an opportunity to be in your life. [55:11] Take chances to try new things and allow opportunities into your life, but if you are finding those things take away from your energy to do the things you love, then you know those are not for you. RESOURCE LINKS: LaunchLeft Podcast Smart Link Links for Kathleen Hanna: Kathleen Hanna's Website Kathleen Hanna's Instagram Kathleen Hanna's TikTok Bikini Kill Website Bikini Kill Instagram Bikini Kill Twitter Bikini Kill Bandcamp Bikini Kill YouTube Le Tigre World Instagram Le Tigre World Facebook Links for Naz Riahi Naz Riahi's Website Naz Riahi's Instagram BIOGRAPHIES: Katheleen Hanna: Kathleen Hanna is a punk singer, artist, and the front-woman of the influential bands Bikini Kill and Le Tigre. Hanna is a staple in feminist publications, from college curriculums to bestselling books, and a leading voice in the punk feminist movement. She has been named one of the best live performers of our time, earning acclaim from Rolling Stone, The New York Times, NPR, Interview Magazine, V Magazine, Vogue, Entertainment Weekly, BUST Magazine, NYLON and Los Angeles Times, to name a few. Naz Riahi: Naz Riahi (she/her) is a filmmaker, writer and artist. Much of her work explores the spaces, emotions and opportunities and humor of reaching for connection, informed by her experiences as an immigrant from Iran. She was named one of Filmmaker Magazine’s 25

1h 3m
APR 30

JONATHAN RICHMAN launches Jesse DeNatale

Welcome back to LaunchLeft! Today we are celebrating our 150th episode! This episode is a unique one, where Rain left voicemail questions for singer, songwriter and guitarist, Jonathan Richman. We then hear Jonathan’s responses in the form of voice memos, answering Rain’s inquisitive questions from how music found Jonathan, to learning his purest form of eroticism, and everything in between. Then Jonathan launches singer-songwriter, Jesse DeNatale. In this conversation, we learn how music found Jesse and about his musical career. We have the honor of hearing a snippet of Jesse’s song The Hands of Time from his latest album. Join the celebration in this great episode! ----------------- LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://www.launchleft.com LAUNCHLEFT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft TWITTER https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft --------------------- LaunchLeft Podcast hosted by Rain Phoenix is an intentional space for Art and Activism where famed creatives launch new artists. LaunchLeft is an alliance of left-of-center artists, a curated ecosystem that includes a podcast, label and NFT gallery. --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [2:45] How did music find Jonathan Richman? [4:31] What advice does Jonathan have for young musicians/young artists? [5:32] Jonathan describes something he could draw to be animated. [6:07] What are the enduring preoccupations that arise again and again, and what has stuck with Jonathan even from childhood? [8:03] Jonathan explains his love of the song, The Wind, by Nolan Strong and Diablo. [10:44] What is the purest form of eroticism for Jonathan? [22:28] Jonathan introduces the artist that he wants to launch, Jesse De Natale. [23:26] The episode switches over to a conversation between Rain and Jesse DeNatale. [26:30] How did music first find Jesse DeNatale? [31:18] Tune in to hear The Hands of Time by Jesse DeNatale. KEY TAKEAWAYS: [4:39] Advice for young artists: Do what you like for you, don’t worry about what the audience is going to like. [28:44] Music finds you, it finds you in songwriting and song creation. The first inspirations are given from the gods, that first idea, and then it's up to you to continue to create it. RESOURCE LINKS: LaunchLeft Podcast Smart Link Links for Jonathan Richman: Jonathan Richman's Instagram Jonathan Richman's Bandcamp Link Jonathan Richman - Wikipedia Links for Jesse DeNatale Jesse DeNatale's Website Jesse DeNatale's Instagram Jesse DeNatale's Bandcamp Link Jesse DeNatale's Facebook BIO for Jonathan Richman: Jonathan Richman (born May 16, 1951) is an American singer, songwriter and guitarist. In 1970, he founded the Modern Lovers, an influential proto-punk band. Since the mid-1970s, Richman has worked either solo or with low-key acoustic and electric backing. He is known for his wide-eyed, unaffected, and childlike outlook, and music that, while rooted in rock and roll, is influenced by music from around the world. BIO for Jesse DeNatale Jesse DeNatale is a singer-songwriter in Northern California. He was born in San Francisco. He has released three critically acclaimed records: Shangri-La West (2000) Soul Parade (2006) and The Wilderness (2021). His next release, The Hands of Time, will be available July 14th 2023. We are excited to announce that it will also be on Blue Arrow Records. His music has been described as evocative and hopeful, a combination of poetry and storytelling. Over the years his love of various musical genres has inspired him to expand his ideas of songwriting as he continues to find a way to reflect back the realities of being alive. Rich with imagery, intelligence and passion, his music remains timeless. Its soulful accessibility is what has garnered him praise from other artists and has kept his devoted fans listening.

37 min
MAR 26

DEAN & BRITTA launch Ryder The Eagle

On this episode of LaunchLeft, Rain welcomes Dean Wareham and Britta Phillips of LUNA. They talk about how they first met, how music found them, performing live versus the recording studio, and the volatility of the music industry. Dean shares what’s up next for them, both as a duo and as solo artists. Dean & Britta launch Ryder the Eagle to close the show and we hear about the new single and album “Autotango”. He discusses what led him to write the record and what we can expect to hear from him next. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts today! ----------------- LAUNCHLEFT OFFICIAL WEBSITEhttps://www.launchleft.com LAUNCHLEFT PATREON https://www.patreon.com/LaunchLeft TWITTER https://twitter.com/LaunchLeft INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/launchleft/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/LaunchLeft --------------------- LaunchLeft Podcast hosted by Rain Phoenix is an intentional space for Art and Activism where famed creatives launch new artists. LaunchLeft is an alliance of left-of-center artists, a curated ecosystem that includes a podcast, label and NFT gallery. --------------------- IN THIS EPISODE: [2:44] How did music find Dean and Britta? [6:00] Do Dean and Britta write together? [8:06] Do they ever wish they had chosen a different profession? [10:09] Dean and Britta share about the shows they have performed. [13:21] When did Dean and Britta meet? [15:55] What was the Hooky Wooky Tour? [19:59] What is up next for Dean and Britta? [23:49] Do they have the experience of time being too compressed? [25:45] How do they use social media to promote their music? [29:33] Do Dean and Britta have any interest in composing for TV or film? [32:36] Ryder the Eagle joins the podcast and talks about his process of making music. [34:24] Where is Ryder from? [37:46] Ryder shares about his music that is being released soon. [39:47] We hear Ryder’s new song Autotango. KEY TAKEAWAYS: [22:40] AI can be useful by using it to curate all the information that is at our fingertips that we waste so much time trying to sift through. If you can ask AI the right question, it can curate the information that you want to find online. [28:32] Social media has benefits for a musician, one being that you can get your music out there affordably and it can be heard all around the world. [37:25] For Britta, there is a big difference between singing in the studio and singing live for an audience. There is a feeling of being terrified, excited, vulnerable and exposed which gives her a big thrill. RESOURCE LINKS: LaunchLeft Podcast Smart Link Dean and Britta’s Links Dean and Britta's Website Dean and Britta's Facebook Dean and Britta's YouTube Britta Phillips' Website Dean Wareham's Website Ryder The Eagle’s Links Ryder the Eagle Instagram Ryder the Eagle Facebook Ryder the Eagle Website BIOGRAPHIES: Dean and Britta BIO Dean & Britta are husband and wife team Dean Wareham and Britta Phillips, members of Luna. They have recorded several full-length albums and soundtracks. Their first two albums were produced by Tony Visconti (Bowie, T.Rex): L’Avventura in 2003 and Back Numbers in 2007. Their most recent release is the song “The Cloud is Coming,” which they wrote and performed for the Noah Baumbach film White Noise (they were also actors in the film). They live in Los Angeles. In addition to making records, Dean & Britta are active scoring films, notably Noah Baumbach’s The Squid & the Whale and Mistress America. They also composed songs and score for 13 Most Beautiful: Songs for Andy Warhol Screen Tests, a project commissioned by the Andy Warhol Museum, and continue to perform this multi-media show live in concert. Dean Wareham was the singer-songwriter-guitarist behind the Boston band Galaxie 500, who released three albums between 1987 and 1991. After this Dean went on to found NYC

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Fun and thoughtful interviews

09/14/2023

Bitter Fit

Really thoughtful interviews with iconic artists about their process, philosophies, journey, and passions. Often they share funny stories as well as inspiring ones. The hosts also share great insights.
Fun and interesting

08/17/2023

Handshakes jikbs

Great great kadreat Idk what I’d do without this podcast My monthly dose of cool kindness for sure Thanks for all you do
Thanks for helping the underdogs

03/19/2023

wbejrnt y

It is so refreshing to hear these conversations, not only for the discussion, but it is obvious one of the main concerns is given a chance to the underdogs of music and art . We all know the famous , and it’s great to hear about their process and see them in s comfortable place when speaking with Rain Phoenix, but you can really see their sensitivities when they “launch” a new unknown artist , and pay it forward…
Inside peek

03/17/2023

Leoasch01

I so love this podcast! Every time I am pleasantly surprised by getting an inside peek into the lives of artist that I am inspired by. The conversations are seemingly effortless and authentic, making for a great listen. Highly recommend.