016: "Green to Me" feat. Jacob Givens (Waterproof Records, Temple of the Dads)

Today’s guest is JACOB GIVENS, TikTok phenom, musician, podcaster, actor, writer, & comedian. His enthusiasm for music has attracted over 500,000 followers across his social media platforms, & he’s racked up millions of views from viral videos about iconic moments in 90s alternative & beyond. He also runs the podcast WATERPROOF RECORDS, where he’s done episodes on HUM, the Flaming Lips, Deftones, the Smashing Pumpkins, Jane’s Addiction, & many more. In this episode, we talk about the pull of theatricality, the power of ‘90s vocal hooks, & the feral euphoria of palm muting.****If you’d like to back the podcast, click “support the show” at the bottom of the notes & then “see membership options.”Donations only, no paywalls.Thanks again for listening.****LA TIMES Article****WGN Feature****TIMESTAMPS:03:19 // Tulsa to Champaign07:59 // Reaction Videos & Silent Film17:56 // "The '90s Alt-Rock Vocal Hook Supercut"22:54 // HUM on MTV28:22 // “Green to Me” Discussion****Support the show!**** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.