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Major Label Debut

Major Label Debut

Graham Wright (Tokyo Police Club, CBC Radio) interviews musicians, producers, and writers about what happens when bands sign to a major label. Candid conversations about the intersection of art and commerce. Debuting Monday October 28! New episode every other week!

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19:33

MLD News - Radiohead's LP10...?

Major Label Debut ·

2026/02/25

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul investigate theories about Radiohead's newly formed company and discuss if it means new music from the band is on the horizon.Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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92:33

Independent Label Life with Michael Eades of YK Records

Major Label Debut ·

2026/02/19

Graham is joined by YK Records founder, fellow podcast host, and pioneer of the intersection of music and the early internet, Michael Eades. Michael shares his passion for building and fostering creative communities outside of the mainstream music industry silo. They discuss how the dial-up modem days compare with the current internet landscape, the need for conscious engagement in discovering new music and about starting probably the first internet beard growing contest. Also, cheap cigarettes,

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22:56

MLD News - Super Bowl Performances

Major Label Debut ·

2026/02/11

Intrepid correspdondents Graham and John Paul discuss the Super Bowl's pregame and halftime shows.Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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87:12

Hot Hot Heat - "Elevator" with Steve Bays

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2026/02/04

Joining Graham this week is Steve Bays of Hot Hot Heat to discuss the band's 2005 album, Elevator.Graham and Steve talk about the realities of touring, the impact of mental health on musicians, and the value of passion projects. Also, pad thai and California gas station wine.📻🎚️Hot Hot Heat “Goodnight Goodnight” (1:32)Liars “Mr You’re On Fire Mr” (7:02)Hot Hot Heat “Bandages” (12:42)“Middle Of Nowhere” (16:20)The Walkmen “The Rat” (49:19)“You Owe Me An IOU” (54:42)Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need

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21:53

MLD News Pitchfork's Subscription Model and an MLD...

Major Label Debut ·

2026/01/28

Intrepid correspdondents Graham and John Paul discuss Pitchfork's pivot to a subscription model as well as an exciting announcement from the MLD Podcast Network.Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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79:31

"The Lost Voice" with Greta Morgan

Major Label Debut ·

2026/01/22

Graham is joined by Greta Morgan to discuss her memoir, The Lost Voice. Greta shares the evolution of her musical identity after being diagnosed with a disorder that robbed her of her voice. They also talk about the complexities of band dynamics, the impact of COVID-19 on creativity, and the transformative journey of writing a memoir. Also, homemade cinnabons and superfood lattes, or celery and burnt nachos. 📻🎚️Hush Sound “Wine Red” (2:30)Gold Motel “Don’t Send The Searchlights” (8:35)Greta Morgan

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29:59

MLD News - A Salute to Bob Weir and 5 Songs To Get...

Major Label Debut ·

2026/01/14

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul celebrate the life and legacy of Bob Weir and offer a guided introduction to the Grateful Dead.📻🎚️Grateful Dead “St. Steven” (5:30)“Truckin’” (8:07)Bob Weir “Cassidy” (10:22)Grateful Dead “Althea” (13:22)“Touch Of Grey” (15:10)Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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78:00

Navigating the Intersection of Art and Commerce with...

Major Label Debut ·

2026/01/07

Picture this: you are standing at the intersection of Art and Commerce. It is a hectic crossing; a convoluted tangle with countless voices offering advice anywhere on the scale from utterly awful to actually useful but no easy way to discern which is which. Here to clear a path is Randy Ojeda, manager and music lawyer but for purpose of continuing the mind illustration, a crossing guard the traffic actually stops for. Not only do Graham and Randy talk about bad deals and shady accounting, but also

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16:12

MLD News - 2026 Forecast

Major Label Debut ·

2025/12/31

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul talk about the future - Happy New Year!Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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86:15

Tokyo Police Club (and beyond!) with Greg Alsop...

Major Label Debut ·

2025/12/24

In this spirit of the season we reflect on the support of our dearest friends with this rebroadcast - from all of us at MLD, take care and Happy Holidays!Graham is joined by drummer, composer, songwriter, long-time friend and grilled cheese wizard, Greg Alsop to discuss the industry through the lens of their band, Tokyo Police Club. A candid conversation between two friends about creativity, musicianship, and the end of a nearly twenty year old band.Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or

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28:16

MLD News - News You Can Yules

Major Label Debut ·

2025/12/17

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul are bringing you season's greetings with the official MLD 2025 Gift Guide.🎁📻Girlfriend Material's Hyped For The HolidaysDan Mangan's New Album Natural LightWe Are Scientists / Keith Murray's 20th Anniversary of With Love And SqualorChris Stamey's New Album Anything is PossibleMorgan Nagler's New Single “Cradle the Pain"The Blasters / Dave Alvin's New Album with The Third Mind Right Now! and the first vinyl pressing of his Merle Haggard tribute Tulare

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113:12

Dan Mangan + Blacksmith - "Club Meds" with Dan Mangan

Major Label Debut ·

2025/12/10

Graham is joined by Dan Mangan, singer/songwriting icon of the Canadian music scene, to discuss his 2015 album Club Meds. Dan candidly shares what happened when the record he took a big swing on didn't quite connect, and how hard lessons learned during that experience led him down a new path. They also talk about hanging with Paul McCartney, turning down a drum feature from Dave Grohl, and the mid 00's fascination with robots. Also, sausage breakfast wraps.📻🎚️Dan Mangan + Blacksmith “Vessel”

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19:39

MLD News - Jack White and Eminem's Halftime Show

Major Label Debut ·

2025/12/03

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul talk about Jack White and Eminem's performance at the Detroit Lions' Thanksgiving halftime show. Watch MLD on YouTube!Get an MLD t-shirt or mug!And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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107:08

We Are Scientists - "With Love and Squalor" with...

Major Label Debut ·

2025/11/26

Graham is joined by Keith Murray of We Are Scientists to discuss the band's 2005 major label debut, With Love And Squalor. They also talk about the journey from major label to self-releasing records, as well as autobahn toilets and country pubs. Also, burritos and margaritas.📻🎚️We Are Scientists “Nobody Move, Nobody Get Hurt” (2:20)Art Brut “Formed A Band” (20:15)We Are Scientists “The Great Escape” (24:55 )Ambulance Ltd. “Primitive (The Way I Treat You)” (51:45)Wanna watch MLD on YouTube? Need an

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23:11

MLD News - The Florian Schneider Auctions

Major Label Debut ·

2025/11/19

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul dive into the gear and belongings of Kraftwerk's Florain Schneider up for auction - from Volks-Trautoniums to Volkswagons and everything in between.Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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65:33

Chris Stamey - "It's Alright"

Major Label Debut ·

2025/11/13

Graham is joined by musician and producer Chris Stamey to discuss his 1987 record, "It's Alright" and the experience with A&M Records, but as you know by now the conversation wanders into his formative years in the New York City scene, the process behind his latest release "Anything Is Possible", and how even with extensive sonic knowledge Chris is still surprised by the magic of music.📻🎚️Chris Stamey “Of Time and All She Brings To Mind” (1:24 )DNA “Egomaniac’s Kiss” (23:07)Lydia Lunch “Ran

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15:12

MLD News - Songs vs Records and Year Two of Major...

Major Label Debut ·

2025/11/06

Graham and John Paul talk about songs and records and songs vs records and also what is in the pipeline for Year Two of Major Label Debut.Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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63:32

MLD's First Birthday and Year in Review with Graham,...

Major Label Debut ·

2025/10/29

It's been one year of MLD! We discuss lessons learned, our fav highlights from interviews, and dive in to our very first mailbag for some listener questions! Thanks for joining us on this journey and hope you enjoy the next year of MLD!Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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39:52

MLD News - Cold Takes on "The Life Of A Showgirl"

Major Label Debut ·

2025/10/22

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul offer their cold takes on Taylor Swift's "The Life Of A Showgirl".Wanna watch MLD on YouTube?Need an MLD t-shirt or mug?And everything else from Major Label Debut!

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74:57

Co-writing with Morgan Nagler of Whispertown

Major Label Debut ·

2025/10/16

Graham is joined by Grammy nominated songwriter Morgan Nagler to discuss her career as one of the most sought after co-writers in indie music. In addition to perspectives on songwriting, Morgan talks about navigating creative working relationships, the magic of Kim Deal, and why AI will never replace the human connection at the heart of music. Also, Spindrift.📻🎚️Morgan Nagler “Cradle The Pain” (4:09)Kim Deal and Morgan Nagler “Range On Castle” (21:33)Phoebe Bridgers “Kyoto” (22:48)Kim Deal and

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