Summary
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Jen introduces Raw Sound TV, highlighting it as the best live music show on the internet. This episode features bands 'The Spoils' and 'The Mi', along with bonus tracks from 'Terminals' and 'The Session'. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe, comment, and follow Raw Sound TV on social media. The Mi kicks off the show with their track 'Dig a Little Deeper' from their album 'The Machine Rolls On'.
Following The Mi's performance, the show transitions to 'The Spoils' who perform their song 'Jealousy'. Viewers are encouraged to stick around for more from The Mi later in the show, including a chat and another track.
Raw Sound TV host Jen interviews 'The Spoils'. The band discusses their formation, which involved meeting in college, and their journey together since October of last year (or four years, as they jokingly differ). They touch upon their musical influences, which range from 'Hippocampus' and 'The Doors' to 'Foo Fighters' and 'Led Zeppelin'. They also share insights into their songwriting process, often starting with a new guitar tuning.
The Spoils talk about their debut single 'Finder Boy' and its unexpected origin story involving a 'lunatic'. They express excitement about the release and their future plans, which largely revolve around performing more gigs and enjoying themselves. They then participate in a '2-minute rapid-fire' question segment, revealing their chosen superpowers, what they'd buy if money were no object, bands they admire, favorite festivals, and their proudest accomplishments.
The episode features a bonus track: 'Heaven Sent' by 'Terminals'. This segment provides another example of emerging talent showcased on Raw Sound TV.
The Spoils return to perform their debut single, 'Finder Boy'. Viewers interested in hearing more from 'Terminals' or 'The Session' are directed to episode five of the current season.
Jen welcomes 'The Mi' for an interview. They discuss their recently released album, 'The Machine Rolls On', including the inspiration behind its title (a band member's departing remark) and its album artwork (an AI-generated image of a car in the woods). They compare this album to their previous one, noting its shorter length and a more grown-up, rock-leaning sound, with increased use of keys and harmonica.
The Mi reflects on what they learned from recording their first album, particularly the less-structured approach to bass and keyboard parts, which they carried into their new album. They share the positive feedback received for 'The Machine Rolls On', highlighting new fans and strong vinyl sales. Their plans for the rest of the year include playing more festivals and gigs, especially showcasing the new album live, and expanding their reach to new cities like Manchester and Leeds.
The Mi participates in their own 2-minute rapid-fire question round, covering topics from zombie apocalypse survival to essential albums and their worst gig experiences. The episode concludes with Jen thanking the band and announcing the next episode on July 7th, as 'The Mi' plays them out with 'Waiting for the Sun'.