Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

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Owen Wright

11 episodes

2 months ago

In our second season premiere of Seattle's Sound, Then and Now, host Owen Wright (Mistrust/My Sister's Machine) sits down with two fixtures in the Seattle music scene, Kim Virant (Lazy Susan/Golden West) and Carrie Akre (Hammerbox/Goodness). The three reflect on their early days in music, how they fell in love with songwriting, and the connections that brought them together in Seattle’s vibrant grunge and alternative scene. At the end of the episode, for the first time, Owen and his guests pe...

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Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Kim Virant & Carrie Akre

8 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Jerry Whitlow

Strap in as we take you on a ferry ride, venturing deep into the woods to meet with Jerry Whitlow, a familiar face from the early 80s Seattle music scene and a close friend of Owen Wright. As Owen's roommate during his glam metal band days, Jerry's mechanical skills laid the tracks for his transformation from fast cars to his role as a respected horse breeder and trainer. Their story began at "Seattle Film Works," where the seeds of future music legends were sown—Mark Arm and Kim Thayil among...

2 years ago

31 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Chris Ivanovich

Get ready to dive into the wild journey of Chris Ivanovich, the legendary bass player of "My Sister's Machine," in this epic episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now." We're cranking up the volume and throwing formality out the window to bring you the no-nonsense tale of Chris's life in the heart of Seattle's Grunge revolution—a melting pot of rock, metal, and punk that birthed a whole new sound. Join us for a wild ride filled with punk attitude, backstage antics, and some seriously unexpect...

2 years ago

36 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Dave Hillis

Get ready for a deep dive into the heart of Seattle's music history with a special episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now." Join us as we chat with Dave Hillis, a dynamic figure who went from being a speed metal guitarist in bands like "MACE" to becoming a significant music producer and sound engineer. In this episode, Dave takes us through the evolution of his music career, from his early days with his bands to his impactful role as a producer and engineer. With insights into the making o...

2 years ago

34 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Bradi Jones

In this episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now," join host Owen Wright as he sits down with the multi-talented artist Bradi Jones. Hailing from a small Montana town, Bradi's journey led her to Seattle's vibrant music scene. Immersed in the hair metal heyday, she moved to the city at 19, only to witness the fading of both hair metal and grunge eras. Bradi's eclectic career path, from lead singer to sculptor, bartender to vintage collector, forms the backdrop of her creativity. Bradi's lates...

2 years ago

37 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Matt Fox

In this episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now," Owen is joined by fellow Lead Guitarist Matt Fox, from bands Bitter End, Dr. Unknown, and Zero Down to name a few. Get ready as they delve into the world of guitars and amps, exploring the origins of Seattle's alternative "grunge" scene. They'll take you from the high school days of renting out halls during Seattle's ban on all-ages music shows and clubs in the 80s to playing in some of our town's most infamous rock venues and bars. Lastly,...

2 years ago

36 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Karen Mason Blair

Get ready to dive deep into the heart and soul of Seattle's music scene with a special guest who captured it all through her lens. Join us on this episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now" as we sit down with the legendary rock photographer, Karen Mason Blair. Capturing the rise of the iconic Seattle bands from the late 80s to the early 90s, to the shooting the likes of Duran Duran, Billy Idol, and Radiohead, Karen's camera immortilized it. Hosted by Lead Guitarist Owen Wright of My Sister'...

2 years ago

33 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Paul Uhlir

Get ready to rock and laugh out loud with the latest episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now!" Join host Owen Wright as he welcomes the one and only Paul Uhlir "the Jeweler", original drummer of the Seattle band Sweet Water. Together, they delve into Paul's journey in the music scene, including touring with Alice In Chains and his collaboration with Tommy "Gunn" and Owen in forming MYTYWATER. So kick your feet up, crack open your favorite beverage, and join us as Uhlir "the Jeweler" takes c...

2 years ago

37 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Kim Virant

In this special episode of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now," host Owen Wright has a meaningful conversation with the esteemed Kim Virant, an iconic figure in the Seattle music scene. From her memorable days as the lead singer of "Lazy Susan" during the Grunge era to her ongoing musical journey, Kim shares heartfelt stories, cherished memories, and insights into her current endeavors. Join the conversation for an uplifting and laugh filled experience that will leave you with a sense of nostalgi...

2 years ago

35 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Tommy "Gunn" McMullin

From Seattle, to Los Angeles, to Memphis, to "geez, I don't wanna talk about it", the Gunner has been there, done that, hated it, and then, ya know what maybe it wasn't so bad! Tommy's truly seen and done it all, from lead guitar, to singing, to mastering compositions, here is just a slice of it. Grab your favorite beverage and get ready for some deep nostalgia while we hear some of the Gunner's story with his best friend, and our host, Owen Wright. "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now" is a podc...

2 years ago

37 minutes

Seattle's Sound, Then and Now

Seattle's Sound - Nick Pollock

On our season premiere of "Seattle's Sound, Then and Now" our host Owen Wright (My Sister's Machine/Mistrust) interviews longtime friend and singer of My Sister's Machine, Nick Pollock. From their beginnings in the Seattle alternative music scene to today, Nick and Owen discuss getting signed to touring and much more. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and Podcast for the latest video excerpts and full length episodes! Seattle's Sound, Then and Now is a podcast project hosted by Le...

2 years ago

22 minutes