HeyJaredSurprise Cast
What does quality art mean to you? Hello. My name is Dubya, host of this special channel. Enjoy my conversations with online artists and musicians via a show called Surprise Cast.
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Surprise Cast #281 Gently Tender (Sam Fryer) (opens the original)
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Dear Sam,I didn't think this day would happen, but it did :). Thank you so much for taking the time to be on Surprise Cast. I had such a blast chatting with you about many interesting topics. The listeners will appreciate how much detail you shared about inspirations, personal struggles, and your impactful experiences whilst being in the Palma Violets. Let's not forget about your current work in the great band, Gently Tender. I loved hearing all of the fine details about the amazing new EP, 'Thi
Surprise Cast #280 Marina Yozora (opens the original)
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Dear Marina,What a journey you've been on between Japan, USA, and the UK!Thank you for sharing your visual and emotional inspirations behind your music, including your passion for lights, sunsets, nostalgia, and big, lofty dreams. It was great to hear in the interview how memories and imagination shape such a big part of who you are as a songwriter. It was fun to hear about your most recent live experiences, and how building a community of engaged and connected audience members is important to y
Surprise Cast #279 The Noise Who Runs (opens the original)
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Hello Ian,I loved learning about your journey from the Sneaker Pimps era to your solo project, teaching in France, and writing. Thank you for sharing your influences on your working methods. I loved it when you said that artistic work is often a "conduit" rather than a choice. I appreciate that you shared your introversion, especially your years of sobriety. I loved learning about the inspirations behind your latest album, Re: Gen X, which offers a fascinating take on society's approach to slow
Surprise Cast #278 The Darling Buds (opens the original)
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Dear Darling Buds,Muchas gracias for a lively and wide topic conversation. Thank you for discussing the challenges and strengths of each person in the band. It was fascinating to hear about dyslexia, stage fright, and how those experiences shaped your approach to your craft as musicians. I loved hearing more about the band's early albums including 'Crawdaddy' and 'Erotica'. It was a real treat to hear how the gorgeous new album 'same sun | same sky' came about. This episode offers an intimate an
Surprise Cast #277 Dave Karger (TCM Host, Author and Entertainment Journalist) (opens the original)
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Dear Dave,It made me smile to speak with you about your work as an author and entertainment journalist. Thank you for sharing your memories of being at the Toronto International Film Festival when 9/11 happened. What a story! I also enjoyed retracing your journey through John Hughes’ films and appreciated hearing how deeply you admire his craft. I love that we both hold such reverence for his oeuvre. It was fascinating to learn more about your work at TCM and your herculean efforts to ensure tha
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