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Ep474: Lucas Harwood - Heavy Moss, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard

Ep474: Lucas Harwood - Heavy Moss, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard

Update: 2024-11-25
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Lucas Harwood of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard discusses his new project Heavy Moss, their eco-conscious approach to vinyl production, the making of their album Dead Slow, life on tour, King Gizzard vinyl, posters, merch and more.

Topics Include:

  • U.S. and Australian coffee
  • Heavy Moss’s album Dead Slow release details.
  • Transition to vinyl production and sustainability discussion.
  • Pioneering no-shrink-wrap, eco-conscious vinyl packaging.
  • Challenges and benefits of cardboard vinyl sleeves.
  • Good Neighbor Records' carbon-neutral vinyl innovations.
  • Exploring recyclable compounds for vinyl pressing.
  • Limited variants for Heavy Moss records
  • Balancing aesthetics with eco-friendly vinyl production.
  • Reflecting on King Gizzard's early vinyl pressings – Willoughby’s Beach & 12 Bar Bruise
  • Stories of early struggles with vinyl production costs.
  • University music program as a foundation for KGATLW.
  • Eric focusing on Flightless was not a surprise
  • Evolution of King Gizzard's collaborative band dynamic.
  • Managing growing tour setlists & deep cuts
  • Three-hour shows and adjusting setlists for each city.
  • Fans’ dedication to King Gizzard merch and posters.
  • Famous fans and being starstruck
  • Heavy Moss formation and early recording process.
  • Recording methods for Dead Slow: collaborative yet remote.
  • Balancing touring, family life, and side projects.
  • Plans for live performances and future Heavy Moss albums.
  • Reflecting on record collecting and its evolving priorities.

Get Heavy Moss' "Dead Slow" on vinyl here

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Ep474: Lucas Harwood - Heavy Moss, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard

Ep474: Lucas Harwood - Heavy Moss, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard

Nate Goyer, Record Collector, Music Fan, Vinyl Maniac