Charlyne Yi joins CWMD to discuss her transition from being a comedic performer to musician and poet. She also shares why she left Los Angeles, her creative process and overcoming anxiety and social awkwardness. It's a very open and candid discussion. Opening Song "Under the Moon," from Charlyne's album Open Your Heart. Purchase some Charlyne music at her Bandcamp HERE Trans Housing Coalition HERE Charlyne's Youtube The Rangdangs video I love so much HERE Charlyne's Instagram @charlyne_yi All Th...
Jan 20, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 216
Dylan Baldi of the Cloud Nothings joins CWMD to discuss his approach to working with various producers especially Steve Albini, creating an album in quarantine, the brown food of Cleveland and touring when he was a minor. Opening Song, "The Spirit of," from the album The Shadow I Remember Shadow I Remember will be released February 26th 2021 on Car Park Records. Cloud Nothings Bandcamp HERE Cloud Nothings Instagram: @cloudnothings Jayson Gerycz Unifcator Label All Things CWMD: HERE CWMD is Produ...
Jan 13, 2021•50 min•Ep. 215
The acclaimed and brilliant Steve Gunn joins CWMD to share his evolution as a musician, development as a songwriter and overcoming the hesitance to sing. We also discuss, touring life, his discovery of various great artists who helped him open up to various genres of music and the yearning to live in various parts of the world. Opening song, "New Moon," from Steve Gunn's 2019 Album The Unseen In Between Go to Steve's Bandcamp HERE Steve's Website HERE Steve's Instagram @stevegunnstevegunn All Th...
Jan 06, 2021•55 min•Ep. 214
Stephen Heath has played with a number of bands including Stroke 9, Death Valley Girls, and LA Takedown. He joins Dwyer to discuss his new solo album Gavin Gruesome, the differences between the acting and music businesses, and how not giving a fuck can help your creativity. They also dance in the magnificent light of David Lee Roth Opening Song - I Can't Take It," from the album Gavin Gruesome Purchase the album from Perpetual Doom HERE All Things Stephen Heath https://twitter.com/heathband http...
Dec 30, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 213
This episode originally posted October 30, 2013. Sonny and Dwyer discussed how Sonny often wants to crawl in bed pull the sheets over his head and quit music, his fears of challenging himself to push himself creatively and the conflicting messages we get about selling out. Sonny is a charming and funny individual and this is a great episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 28, 2020•59 min•Ep. 212
Over the holiday break I am posting a couple archival episodes starting Punk Rock legend and Dead Milkmen frontman Rodney Anonymous. We discussed music Stalinism, punching your heroes in the face, Christopher Hitchens, and why you there is no real underground music scene anymore. Rodney is a hilarious guest and it was an honor to have him on the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 23, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 211
Vancouver musician Nicholas Krgovich joins CWMD to discuss, his new album Pasadena Afternoon where he covers various friends songs, the art of the breakup album, his fascination with California and finding inspiration in heightened emotion. Nicholas's Bandcamp Buy Pasadena Afternoon from Moone Records Instagram: nicholas_Krgovich All Things Matt Dwyer CWMD is Produced, Curated and Hosted by Matt Dwyer Consulting Producer: Dustin Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...
Dec 16, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 210
I'm happy I have this document just not of me talking with Harold Budd but as a record of how joyous, open and warm he could be. One truly felt special in his presence. The the time we spent talking to him in his South Pasadena apartment was a blast. He, Kelly and myself had smiles the entire time. We discussed, the labels that have been placed on Harold's music, drinking wine and Harold sneaking into music clubs as a kid to see some of the great Jazz musicians. The loss of Harold Budd will take...
Dec 11, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 209
Donita Sparks from the legendary joins CWMD to talk sneaking into Chicago nightclubs as a teen, the Echo Park/Hollywood art scene in the 80s, her talk show, "The Hi-Low Show - With Donita Sparks," and how bad political eras don't always bring great art. Opening song: "Burn Baby," by L7 from the album, Scatter the Rats Donita/L7 linktree L7 linktree All things Dwyer CWMD is hosted, curated and edited by Matt Dwyer Consulting Producer: Dustin Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...
Dec 09, 2020•52 min•Ep. 208
Ambient Folk musician Jeffrey Silverstein joins CWMD to discuss his early days as a heavy drinking musician, finding his footing as a solo artist and juggling life as a high school teacher and a musician. Opening Song "Easy Rider, from Jeffrey's album You Become the Mountain All Things Jeffrey Silverstein - Socials - Instagram Facebook Twitter Website Music - Bandcamp Spotify Mixcloud (Radio Show Archive + Guest Mixes) *Felt Time airs bi-weekly on Tuesdays from 7-9 PM at dunebuggyradio.com Recen...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 207
Macie Stewart joins CWMD in an illuminating and expansive conversation. Macie shares the intricacies of communicating musically in an improvised setting, touring at a young age, the multifaceted aspects of the Chicago music scene and the new Ohmme releases. Opening Song, "Ghost," from the album Fantasize Your Ghost Ohmme's Bandcamp Macie's Bandcamp Website: www.ohmmemusic.com Instagram: @ohmmemusic Charities: One Armenia Venmo to donate: @kooyrigs Brave Space Allianc e Chicago Community Jail Sup...
Nov 18, 2020•49 min•Ep. 206
Australian Singer/songwriter and 2020 Music Victoria Awards nominee for the Best Breakthrough Act Nat Vazer joins Dwyer in an expansive Conversation. She shares how music saved her from a tumultuous youth, balancing the rigors of law school and life as a musician, and the defining moment she quit everything and dedicated herself to a life of art. Opening Song, "For A Moment," from Nat Vazer's Album Is this Offensive and Loud Vote For Nat Here: https://www.musicvictoria.com.au/musicvictoriaawards...
Nov 11, 2020•50 min•Ep. 205
CWMD is proud to have singer/songwriter Karl Blau. Dwyer and Karl discuss the music scene/history of Antecortes Washington, finding an emotional connection it takes to sing covers, and never taking the same approach twice in the studio. Opening Song: "When I Catch the Reins," from the Album Live From the Void. Purchase Live From The Void here: https://store.perpetualdoom.com/product/live-from-the-void-cassette-by-karl-blau Karl Blau Website: https://www.karlblau.com/ Karl Blau Bandcamp: https://...
Nov 04, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 204
In part 2 of Dwyer's talk with Elisa Ambrogio they discuss our current scary reality, why people who believe in the rapture shouldn't be able to run for political office, dancing, the changing mindset of Americans and she reveals something special that is coming for Magik Marker fans. Opening Song, "You Can Find Me," from the new Magik Markers album 2020. By the 2020 album at: https://www.dragcity.com/products/twentytwenty Magik Markers Bandcamp: https://magikmarkers.bandcamp.com/ Elisa Ambrogio...
Oct 30, 2020•52 min•Ep. 203
Elisa Ambrogio joins CWMD to talk about the Magik Markers new album, living in a small town, ketchup on hotdogs, solo touring and her dad telling her the music of Tiffany was crap. Ms. Ambrogio is funny, engaging and a blast of a conversation. Opening Song, "You Can Find Me," from the new Magik Markers album 2020. By the 2020 album at: https://www.dragcity.com/products/twentytwenty Magik Markers Bandcamp: https://magikmarkers.bandcamp.com/ Elisa Ambrogio Bandcamp: https://elisaambrogio.bandcamp....
Oct 28, 2020•59 min•Ep. 202
Tim Rutili - Red Red Meat/Califone (unedited and in its entirety. Tim Rutili Patreon - 10_18_20, 9.21 AM.m4a Tim Rutili from Red Red Meat and Califone joins Dwyer in a candid chat about being bullied in the Chicago suburbs, the 90s Chicago music scene, the complexities of directing film and Califone's up coming live stream. Opening song: "Bandicoot," by Califone from the album Echo Mine All Things Tim: Upcoming Live Stream: https://audiotree.tv/staged-show/califone-rmwa https://califonemusic.ban...
Oct 21, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 201
For the 200th episode of CWMD the great Kyle Field of Little Wings takes the steering wheel and leads the conversation with Matt Dwyer in an epic 2 parter (Part 2 on Patreon.) They talk about podcasting, death, trauma and creating, and 200 episodes of CWMD. To hear part two of this conversation go to patreon.com/CWMD or https://linktr.ee/All_Things_Dwyer Opening Song: "Next Time," by Little Wings from the album Light Green Leaves Little Wings instagram: @regularlittlewings Little Wings Merch: ht...
Oct 14, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 200
Actor, singer, musician, artist, performer, and legend Ann Magnuson joins CWMD in a epic conversation that covers a multitude of topics. Ann shares about her time in the 80s New York Art scene, getting coffee with Jean Michel Basquiat, when art becomes a commodity, the struggles of working class actors and much more. https://annmagnuson.bandcamp.com/ https://annmagnuson.com/ Ann's YouTube WTF 2020 Series: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgF01K6oesNelHzoZH9mrxA Ann's Instagram: @annmagnuson.offi...
Oct 07, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 199
King Khan joins CWMD in an epic conversation. King Khan shares how director Alejandro Jodorowsky introduced him to tarot cards, his work with Black Power Malik Rahim, and how he believes being bi-polar is like having a super power. He also talks about his times being homeless and living on a reservation, making music with his daughters and how Sun Ra lead him to his soulmate. Opening Song: "Wait Till The Stars Burn," from The Infinite Ones. (Release Oct 30, 2020) https://www.globalsolidarityfore...
Sep 30, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 198
Kyle Field of Little Wings and Dwyer continue their stream of conscious conversation about Zen, Chicago, New York, music and their youths. Opening Song: "Neptunes Next" by Little Wings Little Wings instagram: @regularlittlewings Little Wings Merch: https://littlewings.bigcartel.com/ Little Wings Cassette cassette: https://store.perpetualdoom.com/product/rosys-own All Things Matt Dwyer: Instagram: @conversationswithdwyer https://www.themattdwyer.com/ CWMD: Hosted, Produced & Edited by Matt Dw...
Sep 25, 2020•46 min•Ep. 197
In this epic two part episode Kyle Field of Little Wings joins CWMD to explore a diverse list of topics. Kyle talks about discovering Alan Watts, fighting wildfires in his backyard, the crusty exterior of Chicagoans, and the many phases of Little Wings. This is not only a great episode but also a very funny one. Part 2 will follow in a couple days. Opening Song: "Neptunes Next" by Little Wings Little Wings instagram: @regularlittlewings Little Wings Merch: https://littlewings.bigcartel.com/ Litt...
Sep 23, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 196
Pat McCartney has been a prominent figure in Chicago/New York theater. He joins CWMD to discuss his early days in Chicago theater, staying curious, and his struggles with alcohol and drugs that lead him living secluded in a cabin. We also explore the painful process of him turning his painful moments into his stage show Sinister Kid. Opening song, "Turn Your Head" by Ken Vandermark from his album Utility Hitter 21st Mobile ASCAP You can find Pat here: https://www.patmccartney.com/ Produced and H...
Sep 18, 2020•54 min•Ep. 195
Alt. Country singer songwriter Robbie Fulks CWMD to talk about living outside of pop culture, music labels and how he used to confuse fans by opening shows with "Emerson Lake and Palmer's, "Welcome Back My Friends." He also goes into the fascinating dynamics of recording. http://www.robbiefulks.com/ Opening Song, "Turn Your Head, " by Ken Vandermark from the album Utility Hitter. 21st Mobile ASCAP. Hosted and Produced by Matt Dwyer Consulting Producer: Dustin Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast....
Sep 16, 2020•49 min•Ep. 194
Libby Hsieh from the LA based band Girl Friday joins CWMD in an engaging, often funny conversation that covers a wide span of topics. Libby shares what it was like growing up in a conservative Christian family, how playing and her church's worship group was her first gig, how Girl Friday vowed to not write love songs, and how new artists are broadening our perspectives. Libby and Dwyer also explore the concept of Jesus being a voyeur. By their new album Androgynous Mary here: https://www.hardlya...
Sep 09, 2020•45 min•Ep. 193
METZ frontman Alex Edkins joins CMWD to talk about their new album Atlas Vending, the greatness of John Candy, the universal depression everyone is feeling, the early Punk scene in Ottawa and life without live music. It's a great episode. Thanks to Bekah Zietz Flynn of Sub Pop for making this happen. Atlas Vending will be released October 9th 2020 on Sub Pop Records. By it here: https://megamart.subpop.com/releases/metz/atlas_vending Opening Song: Hail Taxi Interstitial Song: A Boat To Drown In ...
Sep 02, 2020•59 min•Ep. 192
Sarah Negahdari of the Happy Hollows and Pisces joins CWMD to talk about guitar shredding, how Dave Grohl helped her get a touring gig with Silversun Pickups and what's it like to record during a pandemic. Also, in a rare moment Dwyer talks a little about himself and his podcasting process. http://www.happyhollows.net/ https://thehappyhollows.bandcamp.com/album/concordia https://piscesmusic.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: @happyhollows, @piscesband Opening track: "Two Fires" by Pisces produced, hosted ...
Aug 26, 2020•57 min•Ep. 191
Emily Cross fronts the the bands Loma and Cross Record. She joins CWMD for a very engaging conversation about her abstract podcast "What I'm Looking At", Loma's new album and her work as a death doula. Ms. Cross is very a very engaging and unique artist. CWMD is proud to have her as a guest. Opening Track: "Ocotillo." Performed by Loma from the album, Don't Shy Way. Don't Shy Away will be released on Sub Pop Records October 23rd. 2020. Loma Instagram: @lomatheband Cross Record: @crossrecord By t...
Aug 19, 2020•51 min•Ep. 190
Zander Schloss has been involved in so many creative realms it's hard to list them all, musical director for Joe Strummer, bass player for the Circle Jerks, actor and composer in Alex Cox's films Repo Man, Sid & Nancy, Walker & Straight To Hell. He's also played with the Weirdos, Thelonious Monster to name two of many. He joins CWMD to discuss these past works and his new solo projects including a cover of Joe Strummer's "Straight To Hell" for his new label Piece of Pie Music and The Joe...
Aug 12, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 189
Film director Alex Cox joins CWMD to discuss his new film Tombstone Rashomon, LA and the Punk scene in the 80s, Westerns and the difference between making a studio film vs indie films. https://alexcoxfilms.wordpress.com/ A special thanks to Adam McKay for connecting me with Mr. Cox. Hosted, edited and produced by Matt Dwyer themattdwyer.com Consulting Producer - Dustin Marshall Opening Song: "Turn Your Head," By Ken Vandermark from the album Utility Hitter 21st Mobile ASCAP Hosted on Acast. See ...
Aug 05, 2020•54 min•Ep. 188
Musician and artist Tim Presley joins CWMD in conversation that covers a wide range of subjects from Tim's early Punk days to his new art book, Under the Banner of Concern (link below.) Tim and Matt also discuss the early days of Echo Park, Tim's struggles with opiates,and Tim's ability to switch genres of music and keep his fan base in tact. Buy Tim's book, Under the Banner of Concern here: https://anthology.net/ Tim's Instagram: @tm_prsley Opening Song, "Raven On White Cadillac," by White Fenc...
Jul 29, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 187
