Nov 25, 2024
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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