Episode #1680

Jakob Dylan

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Wallflowers frontman Jakob Dylan discusses Laurel Canyon’s music history, the making and longevity of influential bands, and how spontaneous ideas become finished songs. He and Joe Rogan also explore social media, streaming economics, record labels, physical media, nostalgia, live performance, craft-based comedy, and Dylan’s interest in classic cars.

What they talked about

  • Fear Factor and Skid Row in LA
  • Laurel Canyon music scene documentary
  • CIA and the Manson family conspiracy
  • Growing up as Bob Dylan's son
  • 1980s Sunset Strip and pay-to-play
  • Social media pressure on musicians
  • Music memoirs and career paths
  • Vinyl vs streaming and album sequencing

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