The Musician's Musician with Nick Costa – Details, episodes & analysis

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The Musician's Musician with Nick Costa

Nick Costa

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 27

Nick Costa - a prolific songwriter in his own right - sits down with some of his favorite artists to discuss...THEIR favorite artists! We get into the artist's perspective of why they find that particular work inspiring, as well as digging into song structures, production techniques, and more!

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - Music Interviews
15/06/2025
#96
🇬🇧 Great Britain - Music Interviews
14/06/2025
#69
🇬🇧 Great Britain - Music Interviews
13/06/2025
#50
🇺🇸 USA - Music Interviews
06/05/2025
#93
🇺🇸 USA - Music Interviews
04/05/2025
#80
🇨🇦 Canada - Music Interviews
07/04/2025
#89
🇨🇦 Canada - Music Interviews
06/04/2025
#80
🇬🇧 Great Britain - Music Interviews
06/04/2025
#97
🇨🇦 Canada - Music Interviews
05/04/2025
#53
🇬🇧 Great Britain - Music Interviews
05/04/2025
#77

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https://igg.me/at/wtlgo
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https://www.augustogren.com/
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https://www.nick-costa.com
2 shares

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/when-the-lights-go-out-vinyl-release/x/38387680#/
1 share

https://www.instagram.com/hantthemusic
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Doc (Sawtooth Witch) talks Morphine

Season 1 · Episode 26

Friday, June 13, 2025 • Duration 01:03:16

I sat down with Doc of Sawtooth Witch (formerly known as Theyself) to talk about the music of Morphine, as well as how that has informed and inspired their writing and creating.

Sawtooth Witch has a new single that should be on all streaming platforms now, but go to the link above to hear it and watch the visualizer if you know what's good for you.

Additionally, on a personal note, my new record When the Lights Go Out is out now! Give it a listen and go grab some vinyl over at www.nick-costa.com

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Ethan Yeshaya talks Red Hot Chili Peppers' One Hot Minute

Season 1 · Episode 25

Friday, June 6, 2025 • Duration 01:14:14

Bass virtuoso and songwriter Ethan Yeshaya sits down to give some hot takes about Red Hot Chili Peppers' divisive album One Hot Minute.

He also teams up with host Nick Costa for a cover of the song "Dosed" off of the album By The Way at the end of the episode!

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Nick Costa talks When the Lights Go Out

Season 1 · Episode 24

Friday, May 30, 2025 • Duration 53:28

I (Nick Costa - your host) have a new album out TODAY! To celebrate, this week's episode is a track-by-track breakdown of the new album. I discuss inspirations, song meanings, and how the songs were recorded.

If you like what you hear, you can head to www.nick-costa.com and pick up a vinyl, a CD, or a t-shirt!

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Alan Sparhawk (Low) Talks The Velvet Underground

Season 1 · Episode 23

Friday, May 23, 2025 • Duration 57:32

The one and only Alan Sparhawk who you might know from the legendary Duluth, MN band Low joins me to talk about the also legendary group The Velvet Underground.

We talk about how The Velvet Underground led him to other styles of music, the influence on Low's music, what it means to be psychedelic with music, and so much more.

Alan's new album Alan Sparhawk With Trampled By Turtles comes out next Friday, May 30th on Subpop. You can check that out here at the Subpop store now!

On a side note, my (Nick's) new record When the Lights Go Out also comes out next Friday, the 30th! You can check that out by going to my website, https://www.nick-costa.com

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Turbo Pastel talks Feist's The Reminder

Season 1 · Episode 22

Friday, May 16, 2025 • Duration 01:03:41

In this episode of The Musician’s Musician, Nick Costa catches up with longtime friend and collaborator Ben Burwell—aka Turbo Pastel— for aconversation about Feist's iconic album The Reminder. They also discuss Ben’s upcoming EP Wimpy’s Wayside (out May 23rd), their approach to songwriting, and so much more.

Additionally, Nick's new album's preorder campaign hit its goal! However, if you still want in on the exclusive preorder pricing you can go to https://igg.me/at/wtlgo

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Charlie Brand (Miniature Tigers) talks Weezer's Pinkerton

Season 1 · Episode 21

Friday, May 9, 2025 • Duration 01:01:04

Producer, Engineer, Artist, and Frontman of Miniature Tigers Charlie Brand sits down to talk about Weezer - more specifically, their icononic sophomore album Pinkerton.

We talk about Weezer's music, the influence it has had on Charlie's music, the rollercoaster of emotions from being a Weezer fan, and much more. We also talk about Charlie's experience working with Weezer while engineering Van Weezer and a few of the SZNZ EPs.

Also, we only have about 3 more weeks for the preorder! You can hear the 3 singles on all streaming services right now - “Poppies”, “Cherry Blossom” and “Thunder” - in case you want to try it before you buy it. I’m also going to give the folks who preorder the album a private streaming link a week before the official release, because people THAT rad shouldn’t have to wait for a damn thing in their lives.

You can also go to https://igg.me/at/wtlgo to grab your copy NOW!

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Ethan Sherman talks Paul Simon's The Rhythm of the Saints

Season 1 · Episode 20

Thursday, May 1, 2025 • Duration 01:08:16

Renowned guitarist Ethan Sherman sits down to talk about his love of legendary songwriter Paul Simon - specifically the album The Rhythm of the Saints.

Also - Nick's new single "Poppies" goes live TOMORROW May 2nd! You can preorder the vinyl, CDs, tees, and more over at https://igg.me/at/wtlgo

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Dylan Howe (Rowan, Hánt) talks Fionn Regan

Season 1 · Episode 19

Friday, April 25, 2025 • Duration 56:26

On this episode of The Musician’s Musician, host Nick Costa sits down with Ireland’s own Dylan Howe—multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and member of the band ⁠Rowan⁠, as well as the mind behind the stunning solo project ⁠Hánt.⁠

Their conversation dives deep into artistry, songwriting, and the influence of fellow Irish music legend Fionn Regan.

Also just a quick update on the ongoing preorder campaign for When The Lights Go Out, which is currently 66% funded! If you're into vinyl, CDs, digital downloads, or just want to snag some cool merch, check out the campaign at ⁠igg.me/at/wtlgo⁠ or via @nickcostduh on Instagram.

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August Ogren talks Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers - Damn The Torpedoes

Season 1 · Episode 18

Friday, April 18, 2025 • Duration 57:51

Musician and Producer August Ogren (Tame Impala, Ondara, Humbird, Rowan) joins Nick to talk about the legend, Tom Petty.

We talk about how that has influenced his music, how he thinks about recording techniques, and so much more. It was a great chat!

You can find out more about August at https://www.augustogren.com/

Also, my preorder campaign for my upcoming album When the Lights Go Out is still going strong! We're at about 63% as of right now, and we could use some help getting to the finish line. Grab a copy of the new record over at https://igg.me/at/wtlgo

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Christian Wheeler talks Paul McCartney - Chaos and Creation in the Backyard

Season 1 · Episode 17

Friday, April 11, 2025 • Duration 01:07:04

This week I got to sit down with Christian Wheeler and talk about the one and only Sir Paul McCartney! We talk about The Beatles, we talk about Wings, we talk about Linda, we talk about all of it!

But we also talk about songwriting, melody, guitar work, music theater, and so much more.

Christian is one of my favorite songwriters and musicians from the twin cities by a mile. Frankly, it’s annoying how good that guy is at EVERYTHING. He can play piano better than anybody. He plays guitar better than anybody. He can write McCartney-esque tunes and make it seem as effortless as breathing.

Check him out at https://christianwheelermusic.com/

Also, please consider donating or preordering on my Indiegogo campaign for my next album!

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/when-the-lights-go-out-vinyl-release/x/38387680#/

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