Devalued

Our guest this week is Mary Kate Melnick – the Head of Licensing at ATO Records and founder of Odd Man Out Publishing. She sets the table for us by defining the most basic terms of her industry and then diving into the behind the scenes motions involved with music synchronizations. We discuss what deals look like for the artists, how the money may end up flowing and even manage to get a little heady in our talk about where all this is headed. ATO Records: https://atorecords.com/ Odd Man Out Publishing: https://www.omopubco.com/ Episode edited by Todd Merkley. Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

John Moreland and Pearl Rachinsky are forging their own way in life and in art, together. John is highly acclaimed singer songwriter and Pearl is a highly accomplished visual artist. In this episode, they talk about the long road to success, what it means to make art for yourself and for others, how to stay true to yourself, and why being grateful matters most of all. More from John Moreland Official Site: https://www.johnmoreland.net/ Instagram: @johnmoreland More from Pearl Rachinsky Official Site: https://www.pearlrachinsky.com/ Instagram: @pearlrachinsky Episode edited by Todd Merkley. Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

The self-described tortoise and the hare, Emma Swift and Robyn Hitchcock (respectively) sit down for an enlightening discussion about starting their label Tiny Ghost Records, songwriting and their creative journey through it all. And, yes, we talk about Hitchcock’s delightful shirt selections. More from Emma Swift Official Site: emmaswift.com Instagram: @emmaswiftsings More from Robyn Hitchcock Official Site: robynhitchcock.com Instagram: @robynhitchcockofficial More from Tiny Ghost Records tinyghostrecords.shop Episode edited by Todd Merkley. Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Every few years there will be an inevitable outcry that “Radio is dead.” Fortunately, the team at Nashville’s WNXP 91.1 FM didn’t get the memo. The public radio station launched in late 2020; not exactly an ideal time for anything but the station has flourished in the years since. Devalued is honored to host the station’s Program Director and Brand Manager Jason Moon Wilkins and Events Director (and lifelong Nashvillian) Emily Young. The duo provide real insights about how radio fits into the modern music industry, how they consciously work to lift the community and how artists can directly benefit from radio, even today! Our conversation is delightful evidence that the headlines are wrong; radio isn’t dead and, in fact, is possibly more accessible than ever. Find more from WNXP! Official Site: wnxp.org WNXP Live Sessions Submitting to WNXP Instagram: @wnxpnashville Jason on Instagram: @jasonmoontn Emily on Instagram: @theemilyyoung Michael Eades subs in for Michael Ackley on this one! Michael for Michael. Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Rob Mazurek is one of the most incredible composers and accomplished musicians working now. His music, whether it’s with Exploding Star Orchestra, Isotope 217, or his many, many collaborations, is almost always a fusion of bold ideas and styles melding together to create something new. In this conversation, we talk about how he got started as a composer, breaking out of the stuffy classical world, how his visual art inspires his music, and much, much more! Find Rob Mazurek: robmazurek.com @androidlovecry Exploding Star Orchestra Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Ron Sexsmith is a songwriters’ songwriter, and this being Nashville, that statement means something! In this episode, we talked about how daydreaming songs on the job was an essential part of his early process, finding an audience, what it feels when a famous person covers your songs, if it’s possible to write a modern standard, his endless jokes on twitter, turning 60 and so much more! Find Ron Sexsmith: ronsexsmith.com @mrsronboy YouTube Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Colin MacIntyre is more than a one man band, he’s an entire society unto himself – the Mull Historical Society, in fact! As one of Scotland’s most celebrated indie rock songwriters, Colin joins us for a wide ranging conversation about originality, believing in your work, opening for The Strokes, and of course, his wonderful new album, In My Mind There is a Room, which is a collaboration with many celebrated writers. Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Hera Lindsay Bird is one of the most widely heralded (pun intended) poets of the modern era. Her poetry is full of dazzling wordplay, rich observations, and insanely hilarious jokes. Her work has been published by Victoria University Press and Penguin UK, and she’s been profiled in Vice and The Guardian. Her poems have even gone viral! But what do poets do, exactly? How do they pay the bills? What is the importance of poetry in today’s world? Hera Lindsay Bird has the word for this and so much more. And none of it rhymes! More from Hera Lindsay Bird: Official Site: heralindsaybird.com Instagram: @heralindsaybird Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Glenn Morrow is the owner of Bar/None Records, the legendary indie label that has put out iconic records by Yo La Tengo, The Feelies, Alex Chilton and many, many more! We spoke to Glenn about how his label has continued to adapt alongside the constant changes of the music industry, a label’s role in artistic development, his own career as a songwriter and bandleader, and how after a long and iconic career, he went viral for a video of people whacking mangos while on vacation. More from Bar/None: Official Site: bar-none.com Instagram: @barnonerecords Bandcamp: bar-nonerecords.bandcamp.com Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Josephine Foster is one of most strikingly original songwriters working today. Her songs are like dreams beamed in from another world. She writes songs that are hypnotic, and poetic, which can be haunting and beautiful in the same moment. In this interview, we ask her about her creative process, the importance of daydreaming, how she manages a creative life on her own terms, and her great new album, Domestic Sphere. More from Josephine Foster: Official Site: josephinefoster.info Instagram: @damejosephinefoster Bandcamp: josephinefostermusic.bandcamp.com Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Recorded live on March 2nd at Vinyl Tap in Nashville, TN; Devalued is joined by Alanna Royale and Megan Loveless to discuss how they’ve navigated their way to making a living in the arts. Royale is a critically acclaimed R&B performer that has released a number of albums and singles that you really should wrap your ears around. Loveless runs booking and promotions for Third Man Records Blue Room, as well as curates To-Go Records releases, Nashville Show To-Go menu and the INOXIA photo magazine. Both bring keen insights into navigating the creative arts scene and still be able to make a living. We thank them for their time and can’t wait to hear what both do next. Thanks to everyone that came out and to Avondale Brewing for the sponsorship. Devalued Happy Hour will happen again in Spring 2023; stay tuned. More from Alanna Royale: Instagram: @alannaroyale Official Site: alannaroyale.com Bandcamp: Listen Spotify: Listen Apple: Listen More from Megan Loveless: Instagram: @meganloveless To-Go Records: @togorecords Nashville Show To Go: @nashvilleshowtogo Playlists: Listen Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

If you’re a fan of Angel Olsen, Tame Impala, Courtney Barnett, Spoon, Olivia Rodrigo, and music in general, you have definitely seen the work of Pooneh Ghana. As one the top music photographers working today, Pooneh’s work has captured festivals like Coachella and Pitchfork to landed on the cover on magazines. And it all started because she was a fan of the music and wanted to capture the bands she loved. More from Pooneh Ghana: Official Site: poonehghana.com Instagram: @PoonehGhana Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Kid Millions has been a part of one of the most celebrated indie rock bands of the last 25 years, Oneida. Their most recent album, Success, is one of their best works. In this episode, Kid Millions talks about the irony laced into the title of his bands’ new record, the reality of being in a celebrated indie rock band, what drives him creatively and what it’s like being big in Italy. Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Welcome to the start of Devalued season 2! In this episode, the Devalued gang reflect on where the small but mighty Devalued show has been and where it’s going next. Here’s to a whole new season! Happy New Year and thanks for listening! Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Today we hear a really special episode; our first ever live episode! Recorded Thursday, December 15th at Vinyl Tap in East Nashville with acclaimed musician Lilly Hiatt and former Rounder Records president John P Strohm. The topic at hand was “Does Anybody Make It Anymore?” and both guests provided great insights from their unique perspectives. What is making it? Should artists set specific goals to achieve? How dirty of a word is “content”? Is social media a prerequisite for reaching creative satisfaction? Thanks to everyone that came out and to Good People Brewing for the sponsorship. Devalued Happy Hour will happen again in March 2023; stay tuned. More from Lilly Hiatt: Official Site: lillyhiatt.com Spotify: Listen Apple: Listen More from John P Strohm: Instagram: @johnpstrohm Twitter: @johnpstrohm Spotify: Listen Apple: Listen Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Suzanne Ciani is one of the visionaries of electronic music. Since the 1970s, Suzanne has been creating music designed to soothe, calm and breathe some space into our ever busy world. In this interview, she talks about what it’s like to stay true to your art even when it gets lonely, why originality matters, and why you should need to please yourself above all. More from Suzanne Ciani: Official Site: sevwave.com Instagram: @sevwave Twitter: @sevwave Spotify: Listen Apple: Listen Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Kurt Wagner and Mary Mancini are a Nashville power couple. Kurt is the creative force behind the widely acclaimed band Lambchop and Mary is a local political luminary and activist. In this episode, they open up about the intersection of art and politics, why society should take care of its artists, and why it’s important to spare your partner your creative process. This wide ranging conversation covers a lot of ground. We hope you enjoy it! More from Kurt Wagner: Lambchop on Bandcamp Lambchop on Instagram More from Mary Mancini: The Lucy’s Record Shop Podcast Lucy’s Record Shop on Instagram Lucy’s Record Shop on Twitter Mary on Instagram Mary on Twitter Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

New Zealand artist David Kilgour started his career in the 1980’s with The Clean and hasn’t stopped since then. Over the last four decades he’s played in Stephen, The Great Unwashed and a lucrative solo career. He opens up about his journey to become an established songwriter, why daydreaming is instrumental to the creative process and why writing a song is still the best feeling ever. More from David Kilgour: David Kilgour on Bandcamp The Clean on Bandcamp Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

Today we talk with legendary recording engineer Steve Albini. He’s produced thousands of albums (including Nirvana, The Breeders, Pixies, PJ Harvey) and runs his Chicago studio Electrical Audio as a highly accessible destination. He also makes his own music in the band Shellac. He’s made a living finding the balance between art and money; two entities that don’t have a natural relationship. He talks with Devalued about his beginnings in the punk community through the economics of being in a band. Albini is known for his frank opinions and they are most appreciated in this forum. More from Steve Albini: @electricalWSOP Electrical Audio Shellac Find Devalued at Devalued.show, on Twitter @devaluedpodcast and Instagram @devaluedpodcast.

In this conversation, Gee Slab and Namir Blade open up about how to stay true to your art while carving out a successful path in independent music, how a good music scene makes everybody stronger, and why marketing is something every creative person needs to learn – and so much more. Follow Gee Slab: instagram.com/geeslab twitter.com/geeslab geeslab.com Bandcamp Spotify B.I.N.O. Follow Namir Blade: instagram.com/namirblade twitter.com/namirblade Bandcamp Spotify