Major Label Debut

In a Major Label Debut first, Graham conducts a double feature discussion with partners in art and in life, Colin Newman and Malka Spigel. Colin (founding member, songwriter and guitarist of Wire) tal...

17 Mars 20251h 18min

Sammy Kohn, drummer of Canadian alt-rock legends The Watchmen, joins Graham to discuss the band's 1994 album, "In The Trees". They discuss the band's origins in the Winnipeg music scene, the impact of...

3 Mars 20251h 23min

Vashti Bunyan joins Graham to share the incredibly unique journey behind her 1970 album, "Just Another Diamond Day". They talk about the songwriting and recording process and how the experience caused...

17 Feb 202558min

Ned Brower, former drummer for Rooney, joins Graham to talk about the band's debut self titled album, the unique situation of starting their career on a major label record, and the struggle to maintai...

3 Feb 20251h 6min

Today is something different. Graham is joined by Major Label Debut producers John Paul and Josh. They talk about the origin of Major Label Debut, conduct a Season 1 wrap up, and start previewing upco...

27 Jan 202557min

Dave Pirner, songwriter and lead singer of Soul Asylum, discusses the band's 1988 album "Hang Time".Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

6 Jan 202534min

Graham is joined by Brenda Sauter, bassist of the The Feelies, to discuss their 1988 album "Only Life". They also talk about historical New Jersey buildings and saag paneer.Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?...

23 Dec 202439min

Mark Arm and Steve Turner of Mudhoney join to talk about their 1992 album "Piece of Cake" and when the major labels came for the Seattle grunge scene.Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or ...

9 Dec 202437min