Two legendary artists, prog keyboardist Derek Sherinian and guitarist Robin Trower, join the Kyle Meredith With… podcast for a special two-part episodes. First, Sherinian -- recently voted the Greatest Keyboard Player of the 21st Century by MusicRadar -- discusses his new album Vortex ; working with Steve Lukather, Zakk Wylde, and Nuno Bettencourt; and future plans to team back up with frequent collaborator David Coverdale. Then, Trower joins Kyle to talk about No More Worlds to Conquer , an alb...
Sep 05, 2022•22 min•Ep. 654
Ronnie Dunn sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about 100 Proof Neon , an album that finds the Brooks & Dunn co-founder looking back to the sounds and themes of his late-'80s and early-'90s classics. The country legend tells us about searching for the union of Merle Haggard-meets-Mick Jagger, the concepts of neon and whiskey that holds the songs together, and recording "The Blade" after Ashley Monroe had made a hit out of it. Dunn also discusses the collaborations on the LP, his publishing ...
Sep 02, 2022•22 min•Ep. 653
Corey Feldman sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about Love Left 2 , a sequel to his 1994 debut album, and accompanying box set that also features previously unreleased songs from films such as The Lost Boys and Dream a Little Dream . The actor / musician discusses writing a sequel and how the two albums reflect not only each other, but the similarities in the times and eras they were written. He also talks about hw a meeting with Don Dokken spurred the archival project, and having Dr. Dre’s s...
Aug 31, 2022•35 min•Ep. 652
Hayley Orrantia drops by Kyle Meredith With… to talk about her latest single, "Gasoline," and plans for upcoming music. The actress/musician discusses how the pandemic afforded her time to work on solo writing, the contradiction of writing about a toxic relationship with someone she’s very much in love with, and the indie pop style she’s leaning into. She also shares her admiration of MUNA’s latest release . Orrantia also revisits her recent run on The Masked Singer, covering "I Will Always Love...
Aug 29, 2022•22 min•Ep. 651
K-pop girl group IVE dial in to talk with Kyle Meredith about their new single “After Like” and their quick rise to fame. The six-piece discuss experimenting with multiple sounds, growing up on K-pop, and how their name speaks for the message in their music. We also get to hear about dealing with their level of success right out of the gates; the challenges of making multilingual music; and how they are big fans of Modern Family , Victorious , and Korean horror films. Listen to the latest episod...
Aug 26, 2022•12 min•Ep. 650
Sabrina Carpenter joins Kyle Meredith to talk about Emails I Can’t Send , an album that reflects the artist’s emotional trauma (and drama) of the last few years. The actress/musician discusses the journey to allowing herself to be more publicly vulnerable; the press and rumors behind “Because I Liked a Boy”; and channeling influences like Alanis Morrissette, Dolly Parton, Joni Mitchell, Ani DiFranco, and Carole King on the tracks. Carpenter also tells us about how switching record labels might h...
Aug 24, 2022•20 min•Ep. 649
Simon Le Bon dials up Kyle Meredith to discuss Future Past and Duran Duran ’s upcoming induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame . The frontman tells us about the new record being a continuation of 2015’s Paper Gods , having Blur’s Graham Coxon as their guitarist, and tapping David Bowie’s pianist Mike Garson for a new song and a cover of Bowie’s "Five Years." Le Bon also takes some time to talk about the 40th anniversary of Rio. Le Bon later discusses the special validation of getting into ...
Aug 22, 2022•19 min•Ep. 648
Interpol ’s Paul Banks catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about The Other Side of Make Believe , an album that looks at the fables we tell ourselves, how conspiracy theories work their way into our lives, and the allure that fiction holds over truth. Banks digs into the guileless angels and villainous characters that populate the record, as well as his lyrical writing in a subconscious form. He also touches on if he plans to watch the upcoming Meet Me in the Bathroom documentary. Listen to th...
Aug 19, 2022•46 min•Ep. 647
Steve Howey dials into Kyle Meredith With.. . to talk about his role in the new Netflix film Day Shift . The film also stars Jamie Fox, Snoop Dogg (in a cowboy hat), Dave Franco, Karla Souza, and Meagan Good and takes place in a vampire-infested Los Angeles. The actor discusses the insane action sequences, what it was like working with J.J Perry (a former stuntman-turned-director), and how the movie is a throwback to the '80s and '90s funny action movies. Howey also tells us about his upcoming r...
Aug 17, 2022•18 min•Ep. 646
Louise Post catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about her new demo collection, But I Love You Without Mascara , a collection that preceded 2000’s Resolver. The Veruca Salt co-founder discusses how the songs were written at a time when the original lineup was breaking up and the lyrics that directly reflect her relationship with bandmate Nina Gordon at that time, as well as the famed late '90s relationship that also inspired one of the songs, and having Pat Smear and James Iha guest on the clos...
Aug 15, 2022•31 min•Ep. 645
Vera Farmiga and Cherry Jones sit down with Kyle Meredith to talk about their roles in Apple TV+’s Five Days at Memorial , which chronicles the impact of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath on a local hospital. The legendary actresses play some of the exhausted caregivers that were forced to make decisions that would follow them for years after the historic storm. The pair discuss taking on the roles and the responsibilities involved in telling a story based on real events in which 45 bodies wer...
Aug 12, 2022•13 min•Ep. 644
Goo Goo Dolls ’ Johnny Rzeznik catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk the band's new album, Chaos in Bloom . The frontman discusses how the legendary pop-rockers returned to their '90s sound for the LP, at times connecting with an edgy and angsty sound that had long been in their past. Rzeznik also talks about TikTok culture and the musicians that are birthed from it, something Goo Goo Dolls address on the Chaos in Bloom single "Yeah, I Like You." Listen to Rzeznik discuss Chaos in Bloom and more...
Aug 10, 2022•33 min•Ep. 643
Kate Siegel joins Kyle Meredith to talk about her roles in The Time Traveler’s Wife , Midnight Mass , and Netflix's upcoming The Fall in the House of Usher . The actor discusses the themes of death and mortality that carry through many of her roles, the iconic scream from the boat in Midnight Mass , and the work-life relationship she has with husband Mike Flanagan. Siegel also talks about her music tastes from growing up on a heavy dose of Fiona Apple, Ani DiFranco, and Alanis Morissette, to wha...
Aug 08, 2022•28 min•Ep. 642
Jack Black and Kyle Gass drop by Kyle Meredith With… to talk about their episode in the Audible Original Words + Music series as they tell the story of Tenacious D from their early beginnings to the present day. The musical comedians tell us about the early '90s alt-comedy scene that also birthed Puscifer and their early run-ins with Harry Shearer and David Cross. Black and Gass also details the orchestrated music that was written for the series, debate dynamic ticketing, and their plans to get ...
Aug 05, 2022•17 min•Ep. 641
Bananarama ’s Sara Dallin and Keren Woodward talk about Kyle Meredith With… to talk about Masquerade , a record that arrives on the 40th anniversary of the band and finds the duo leaning into Europop, “period disco,” and plenty of nods to their 80s beginnings. The London songwriters discuss co-writing with Sara’s daughter, Alice D, themes of inclusivity and diversity, and how little things had socially progressed since the '80s -- until recently. Dallin and Woodward also take us back to their pu...
Aug 03, 2022•21 min•Ep. 640
Sarah Drew sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about Apple TV+’s adaptation of Amber Brown , the new show based on the series of realistic fiction children's books. Drew, who plays the mom character, discusses the themes of kindness and the show’s look at the many different ways to make a family and the complications of loving someone. The actress also talks about the show’s soundtrack (which includes Wilco and Tai Verdes) and her own love of musicals growing up. She also dives into her early w...
Aug 01, 2022•22 min•Ep. 639
Amanda Shires catches up with Kyle Meredith to discuss Take It Like a Man , an album that arrives after a time when she thought about giving up making music. The record is also a reflection of the hurdles she faced in her marriage with Jason Isbell at the time. The singer-songwriter and violinist tells us about wanting the music to be dramatic to match the lyrics, as well as being vulnerable and open about her marriage within the songs. Shires also talks about preceding the LP with “The Problem”...
Jul 29, 2022•32 min•Ep. 638
Billy Howerdel rings Kyle Meredith to talk about What Normal Was , the first solo record under his own name. The album finds Mr. Ashes Divide connecting to his teenage years while watching his kids come into their own discovery era to reflect where he’s arrived at musically. Howerdel reflects on how his listening to The Dead Kennedys is akin to his children’s taste for Soundcloud trap, the impact that The Cure’s Pornography had on his coming-of-age, and his recent remixes of songs from Puscifer ...
Jul 27, 2022•23 min•Ep. 637
Greg Puciato dials into Kyle Meredith With… to talk about Mirrorcell , his second solo album. The former Dillinger Escape Plan frontman discusses his surprise regarding having a solo career, his use of voices, and approaching a record like a movie. Puciato also talks about the focus he’s put on his guitar playing, relating to Sigur Ros-style of abstract lyrics, playing with Jerry Cantrell, and have his younger self appreciate his accomplishments. Listen to the conversation now. Make sure to like...
Jul 25, 2022•36 min•Ep. 636
The Fixx ’s Cy Curnin joins Kyle Meredith to take us into Every Five Seconds , the band’s first album in a decade. The frontman talks about bridging their classic sound with present experiments, the evergreen social and political topics that seem to persist through their lyrics, and the magnified look at our current hurdles as a society. Curnin also revisits Shuttered Room for its 40th anniversary and talks about what that record still says today. Listen to the conversation now. Make sure to lik...
Jul 22, 2022•27 min•Ep. 635
Maya Hawke catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about Moss , her upcoming sophomore album, which finds her taking inspiration from Taylor Swift . and discovering her confidence, curiosity, and rebellion. The actor/musician discusses shaking off her old self within the lyrics, how "Thérèse" spotlights how the male gaze affects growing up as a young woman, and the symbolism in the artwork about creating multiple versions of herself. Hawke also draws the parallels between her real self and Robin B...
Jul 20, 2022•48 min•Ep. 634
Midge Ure chats with Kyle Meredith about his current tour with Howard Jones and his next musical projects. The Ultravox and Visage frontman touches on how the last time he and Jones toured together in 1989, Ure had the fresh hit "Dear God" of the album Answers to Nothing. That album also features a duet with Kate Bush , "Sister and Brother," which Ure recalls while considering Kate Bush’s genius and current success with “Running Up That Hill.” We also get to hear about Ure performing his cover o...
Jul 18, 2022•24 min•Ep. 633
Lance Reddick sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about his roles in Netflix’s Farzar and Resident Evil . The actor talks about his transition from The Wire -style drama to the comedy he’s been more part of over the past few years. He then touches on finding bluer comedy later in life thanks to Eddie Murphy, his music background, and how he incorporates music into his acting. Reddick also tells us about what attracted him to both projects, choosing to stay away from symbolism when preparing for...
Jul 15, 2022•21 min•Ep. 632
My Morning Jacket catch up with Kyle Meredith on his podcast to chat about their latest self-titled album and live archival series . The band's Jim James and Patrick Hallahan discuss how their most recent hometown shows in Louisville (which they ended up having to cancel due to COVID) were meant to mark the beginning of an ongoing festival. They then explore how themes of alienation and the struggle to find one’s place in the world inspired their latest record. Hallahan also tells us about redis...
Jul 13, 2022•27 min•Ep. 631
Angel Olsen hops on a call with Kyle Meredith to talk about Big Time , an album that finds the songwriter leaning into Americana and taking inspiration from Lucinda Williams, George Harrison, and Big Star. The Asheville-based singer tells us about how her time traveling dreams influenced the album as well as the Twin Peaks -meets- Twilight Zone companion short-film that also tells the story of her parents passing and her own coming out. Elsewhere, Olsen dives into the cut "All the Flowers," give...
Jul 11, 2022•20 min•Ep. 630
Journey ’s Neal Schon sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about Freedom , the band’s first new album in eleven years. The guitarist discusses having Chaka Khan, Prince, and Jimi Hendrix as an influence and looking up to Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page as an arranger; how this album traces through their 50 years history; and what the future holds for their live shows. In fact, Schon tells us that after their stadium tours, we might expect An Evening With type of performances that could stretch well be...
Jul 08, 2022•28 min•Ep. 629
ABC ’s Martin Fry joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the 40th anniversary of The Lexicon of Love , an album cited by critics as one of the greatest pop albums of all time. He's on tour supporting the anniversary, and you can get tickets here . In addition to discussing the upcoming box set that compiles and celebrates the record, the lead vocalist touches on the popularity cycles of an artist, revisiting the band's 1977 Skyscraping LP, their cover of Radiohead’s "High and Dry," and his appreciati...
Jul 06, 2022•29 min•Ep. 628
Coheed and Cambria ’s Claudio Sanchez sits down with Kyle Meredith to take us into Vaxis II: A Window of the Waking Mind , which continues the "Amory Wars" storyline. Sanchez discusses going deeper into this new story thread while basing much of the foundation on his own experiences of being a dad, as well as creating a misunderstood character that gives a nod to The Who’s Tommy and the new musical territory that the band experimented with. The rocker also talks about covering Kiss, Britney Spea...
Jul 01, 2022•25 min•Ep. 627
Foals frontman Yannis Philippakis drops by Kyle Meredith With… to tell us about the band’s latest album, Life Is Yours , and the experimental mood they found themselves in that led to a more synth-driven record. The lead singer talks about working with multiple producers, making a dance record with deeper meaning, looking back at the sometimes destructive behavior of his youth, and the need to connect with one's past. He also touches on taking inspiration from Caribou and Underworld, and making ...
Jun 29, 2022•16 min•Ep. 626
Carly Rae Jepsen joins Kyle Meredith to talk about her latest single, "Western Wind," and more new music. The Canadian artist also touches on the single having its thematic ties back to her upbringing and family, as well as the the Kate Bush-inspired music video . Shen then gives some love to producer Rostam , tells us the backstory on the lockdown-written "Me and the Boys in the Band" single, and previews her upcoming "So Nice Tour," which has some proceeds going to support the Ally Coalition. ...
Jun 27, 2022•22 min•Ep. 625
