
LaunchLeft Podcast
1) THE B-52'S FRED SCHNEIDER launches Dagger Polyester
In this episode of LaunchLeft, host Rain Phoenix welcomes Fred Schneider of The B-52’s as he launches Dagger Polyester. Fred takes us back to the Athens, Georgia music scene where The B-52&rsquo...Show More
2) LILI HAYDN & PAUL CANTELON launch Itai Disraeli
In this episode of LaunchLeft, Rain Phoenix hosts a profound and intimate conversation that explores the transformative potential of art and the enduring bonds between artists with long time friends a...Show More
3) TUNE-YARDS launches Esotérica Tropical
Join the vibrant conversation between Rain Phoenix and Merrill Garbus of Tune-Yards as they dive into Merrill’s musical journey and creative process. Merrill reflects on her experience with 4AD ...Show More
4) JODY STEPHENS OF BIG STAR launches Luther Russell
Ever wonder what it's like to be part of rock history? Our latest LaunchLeft episode pulls back the curtain on Big Star's legacy. Rain Phoenix hosts an illuminating conversation with Jody Stephens, dr...Show More
5) KRISTIN HERSH of THROWING MUSES launches Wallace False
Kristin Hersh of THROWING MUSES joins Rain Phoenix on LaunchLeft for a raw, unfiltered conversation about artistic integrity and the music industry's dark underbelly. Kristin reflects on her journey i...Show More
6) CLAP YOUR HANDS SAY YEAH launch Knifeplay
Indie rock pioneers Clap Your Hands Say Yeah are celebrating 20 years with a special reissue. But what's the real story behind their unconventional rise to fame? In this episode of LaunchLeft, host Ra...Show More
7) DON WAS launches Maya Delilah
Today on LaunchLeft, Rain Phoenix hosts an insightful conversation with acclaimed music producer Don Was, who shares his journey through the music industry and his philosophy on creativity. Don reflec...Show More
8) DIANE WARREN launches Mergui
For episode 160 of the podcast, join Rain Phoenix at Licorice Pizza as she hosts an engaging conversation with legendary songwriter Diane Warren and rising musician Mergui. This episode offers a deep ...Show More
9) THE DANDY WARHOLS launch Miranda Lee Richards
In this episode of LaunchLeft captured at Licorice Pizza, Rain Phoenix welcomes Courtney Taylor-Taylor of The Dandy Warhols. They delve into The Dandy Warhols' history, touching on the 90s and how the...Show More
10) EP158 | TONY VISCONTI launches Daisy the Great
Today on the LaunchLeft Podcast, Rain Phoenix engages in a rich dialogue with renowned music producer and composer, Tony Visconti. Tony reflects on his early influences, including his high school musi...Show More