Mike Mills of R.E.M. joins Rain to introduce The Lemon Twigs. Mike and the sibling duo, Brian and Michael, who make up The Lemon Twigs, prioritize harmony in their musical style. In today's conversation, Mike and Rain delve into politics, exploring how political language and ideas can create division within a family. Mike shares a personal anecdote about discussing with his uncle, each taking a different side. However, Mike developed a rule that they must hug and express love at the end of their conversations. Additionally, Mike imparts valuable advice to aspiring artists.
IN THIS EPISODE:
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
[8:47] Families from different political parties can have opposite opinions and political ideas but agree the disagreement will end in love.
[14:14] The baseball project booked 19 shows in 21 days.
[18:31] Keeping a band together is challenging, but Mike tells how R.E.M. did it.
RESOURCE LINKS
The Lemon Twigs - Bio and Website
December 12th, 2023, 03:00 am
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MIKE MILLS launches The Lemon Twigs
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Published December 12th, 2023, 03:00 am
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Mike Mills of R.E.M. joins Rain to introduce The Lemon Twigs. Mike and the sibling duo, Brian and Michael, who make up The Lemon Twigs, prioritize harmony in their musical style. In today's conversation, Mike and Rain delve into politics, exploring how political language and ideas can create division within a family. Mike shares a personal anecdote about discussing with his uncle, each taking a different side. However, Mike developed a rule that they must hug and express love at the end of their conversations. Additionally, Mike imparts valuable advice to aspiring artists.
IN THIS EPISODE:
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
[8:47] Families from different political parties can have opposite opinions and political ideas but agree the disagreement will end in love.
[14:14] The baseball project booked 19 shows in 21 days.
[18:31] Keeping a band together is challenging, but Mike tells how R.E.M. did it.
RESOURCE LINKS
The Lemon Twigs - Bio and Website
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