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The Lydian Spin

The Lydian Spin

By: Lydia Lunch
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A series of lively, deep and often hilarious interviews conducted by Lydia Lunch, one of the most vocal spoken word artists of this or any century and Tim Dahl, musician and general know it all.Copyright The Lydian Spin All Rights Reserved Art Social Sciences
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  • Episode 447 Al Johnson
    Apr 17 2026
    As the frontman for U.S. Maple, Al Johnson utilized his voice as a textural and percussive instrument rather than a melodic vehicle. His delivery consisted of rasps, sharply drawn breaths, and fragmented phrasing. Al operated with rigid adherence to a self-devised notation system, scripting every pause and vocal eccentricity in advance. This formalized approach to dissonance allowed his vocals to function not as a traditional lead, but as an integrated component within the band's broader framework of structural deconstruction.
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode446 Larry Mullins Pt2
    Apr 7 2026
    Part 2 of Larry Mullin's sit down with Lydia and Tim.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 445 Musician Larry Mullins Part 1
    Mar 27 2026
    Larry Mullins, also known as Toby Dammit, is a musician, record producer, and composer who plays drums, percussion, and keyboards. He performs as a member of the bands Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds and Swans, and previously played with Iggy Pop and The Stooges. He has also worked on scores for film and television and appeared in a performance role in the series Babylon Berlin. Stay tuned next week for Part 2.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
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