Is there a more quintessentially ‘90s band than Pavement? The lo-fi legends practically invented the sound of slacker indie rock, blending sharp wit with just the right amount of musical chaos. On this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith with..., frontman Stephen Malkmus and guitarist Scott Kannberg/Spiral Stairs reflect on the band's legacy and ultimate reunion.

From Slanted and Enchanted to Wowee Zowee, Pavement became indie darlings and reluctant icons of a generation that pretended not to care. But with their recent reunion, they’ve proven that apathy can age like a well-loved cassette. Malkmus and Kannberg dig into the brilliance of Pavement, exploring how and why their work has remained a staple of influence in the indie landscape.

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In this episode of Kyle Meredith With…, Troian Bellisario discusses her intense new Prime Video series, On Call. She shares what drew her to the role of a police officer in this visceral, body-cam-inspired drama and reflects on the challenges of portraying such a complex character. Troian dives into her real-life ride-along experiences, offering insights into the unique responsibility first responders face. She also talks about balancing life as a mom, her passion for writing, and the creative freedom it provides between acting projects. The conversation touches on the evolving dynamics of modern policing, her memories of Pretty Little Liars, and the surreal joy of seeing her fictional “boyfriend” materialize in this groundbreaking series.

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Chris Robinson joins Kyle Meredith to talk about Happiness Bastards, the latest album from The Black Crowes and one that marks their first LP of new material since 2009. The frontman tells us how he sees this record as a love letter to rock & roll, how touring their Shake Your Money Maker album for its 30th anniversary influenced this latest set, and why he thinks rock lyrics should have a romantic dark side. Robinson goes on to discuss the microscope one is put under as a celebrity, finding new ways to channel anger in a song, putting his CRB side project to bed, and what may come of the leftover songs from this most recent session.

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In this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith with..., Kyle speaks with The Daily Show's Desi Lydic about the comedy news program and its coverage of the 2024 United States Presidential election.

The comedian discusses her journey from being obsessed with late '90s Saturday Night Live to finding her own comedy path after moving to Los Angeles. She touches on her roles in Not Another Teen Movie, Legally Blonde 2, and MTV’s Awkward.

Lydic goes on to talk about auditioning three times for The Daily Show before getting the nod just as Trevor Noah became the host. She also chats about what it was like during 2023’s celebrity-hosted rotating desk era, as well as the where the show stands now. The two then touch on Mitch McConnell’s announcement that he’s stepping back, women’s reproductive rights, and her recent interview with Jason Isbell.

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With her work with the Pixies and The Breeders, Kim Deal is no stranger to iconic records. But her latest, Nobody Loves You More, marks a true milestone: her first true solo album. During her chat with Kyle Meredith, Deal shares insights into the album's decade-long journey, explaining, “I’ve been working on this since around 2011, releasing 7-inch singles here and there, but this record started feeling like an album around 2016.”

The album, recorded across multiple locations from Kentucky to Chicago, brings a distinctive sound. “This isn’t a Breeders album,” Deal emphasizes. With lush string arrangements, the songs explore new sonic territory.

Deal also touches on performing with The Breeders on Olivia Rodrigo’s recent tour and the excitement of stepping onto stages like Madison Square Garden.

With Nobody Loves You More landing on numerous year-end best-of lists (including Consequence’s own!), Kim Deal’s solo chapter has clearly struck a chord. As she puts it, “It’s been a long road, but this is exactly where I want to be.”

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On this week's Rewind episode, Kyle Meredith speaks with Radiohead’s Colin Greenwood, who opens up about his new photography book How To Disappear: A Photographic Portrait of Radiohead.

The book offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at Radiohead, a band known for its mystique, and includes personal photos interspersed with words of reflection on the band’s middle years. Greenwood credits Nick Cave for helping him frame the concept of the book, finding beauty in the “middle years” of a band’s career.

The bassist jokes about the band’s reluctance to be photographed, though ultimately reflects on how supportive his bandmates were of his passion for photography. The interview delves into the band’s creative process, particularly how the environments they recorded in influenced their sound, from haunted 15th-century manor houses during OK Computer to derelict country estates for In Rainbows.

The bassist also mentions his recent work with Nick Cave, having played bass on Cave’s new album, and how the band’s hiatus allowed him to explore other creative avenues. As Radiohead approaches its 40th anniversary, Greenwood hints that the band recently reunited for a jam session and is excited about what’s next, though he’s careful not to reveal too much about their future plans.

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For this Rewind of our 1000th episode of Kyle Meredith With…, Kyle sits down with two icons of rock — Primus frontman Les Claypool and Tool’s Maynard James Keenan. Revisit the collision of giants.

The two rockers chat about their ongoing collaboration and friendship, highlighted by the “Sessanta Tour.” The conversation quickly turns hilarious, with the two bantering about everything from thwarting bank robberies and wrestling bears to recalling their first meeting during the 1993 Lollapalooza.

Claypool also teases the idea of finally finishing his long-awaited projects with Sean Lennon and Billy Strings. Les then goes on to liken his approach to performing to Halloween — a celebration that allows him to become different personas while entertaining the audience.

Maynard, for his part, opens up about his initial insecurities that led him to take on different characters during his performances, noting that doing so still serves as a buffer between himself and the audience. The conversation also takes a fun detour as Claypool recounts a surreal acoustic jam session he had with Eric Idle, "Weird Al" Yankovic, and Puddles the Clown.

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Stepping into the iconic Dexter universe was no small task for Patrick Gibson, who takes on the role of young Dexter Morgan in Dexter: Original Sin. In a new chat with Kyle Meredith, Gibson reveals the deep dive he took into Michael C. Hall’s legendary portrayal. Listen to his insights.

The new series not only leans into the darkness fans love, but also finds moments of levity. Gibson notes, “There’s an absurdity to the show’s extremes that naturally brings out comedic moments. My mom even asked, ‘Am I supposed to be laughing at this?’"

He also can't help but gush over working alongside '80s and '90s icons like Christian Slater and Sarah Michelle Gellar, describing their enthusiasm and mentorship as “legendary.” Additionally, the actor finds time to reflect on The OA.

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