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New Music Discovery: P-Mad
- Artist: P-Mad (Paul Dillon), an independent artist from Ireland.
- Genre: Dark fusion of post-punk, darkwave, and industrial rock.
- Influences: Depeche Mode, The Cure, Joy Division.
- Sound: Haunting, chuggy pace distinct from heavier industrial acts like Nine Inch Nails.
- Album: One Plus One Equals One (available on Bandcamp).
- Track Reviewed: "Blood," an intense single with militaristic lyrics on war and survival.
Megadeth & Anthrax Concert
- Venue: Kelowna Rockets arena (~5k capacity), chosen for its smaller, more intimate feel over larger venues.
- Megadeth:
- Setlist: Career-spanning, opening with "Tipping Point" and including "Symphony of Destruction."
- Context: Dave Mustaine is in his 60s; the physical demands of metal touring are becoming unsustainable.
- Anthrax:
- Setlist: 9 songs + 2 covers, all pre-John Bush material.
Artist Empowerment & AI
- Core Idea: Modern tech significantly lowers the barrier to entry for artists, enabling global self-expression without corporate backing.
- AI in Music: Mike is using AI for instrumentation in personal songwriting projects.
- Process: Records guitar riffs → uses AI to generate full band arrangements → iterates through versions like a producer.
- Rationale: Acknowledged as a key technology to adapt to, similar to the internet or smartphones.
Personal Updates & Travel
- Vancouver Fan Expo:
- Highlights: 25th anniversary of Lord of the Rings, panels with The Goonies cast.
- Personal: Photo op with Kerri Green; daughter met Broadway star Christian Borle.
- Purchases: Narsil sword replica and a Sauron figurine by Weta Workshop.
- Vancouver Food:
- Space Chicken: Kingsway restaurant with a bright, space-themed aesthetic.
- Big Mama and Papa's Pizza: Features a 4.5' x 4.5' pizza ($350, feeds 50).
Mandatory Music is proudly hosted and produced by Michael Heide and Sebastian Kwapich
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Thanks for listening and keep on rocking
