Emily Kokal (Warpaint) | Dead Dialect Podcast

On this episode of Dead Dialect, Brandon sits down with Keith Murray and Chris Cain of We Are Scientists for a conversation about longevity, indie rock history, friendship, humor, and the evolution of the band over the last two decades. From their beginnings in Berkeley and rise during the legendary early-2000s New York indie scene, to the more expansive sounds of their recent work, We Are Scientists reflect on how they've continued evolving without losing what made the band special in the first place. The conversation also dives into genre labels, balancing sincerity with comedy, reimagining songs through their "Under the Sea" recordings, and their long-running creative relationship with The Lonely Island's Akiva Schaffer. #WeAreScientists #IndieRock #DeadDialect #Podcast #MusicPodcast

This week's episode of Dead Dialect features Marisa "Missy" Dabice, lead singer of Mannequin Pussy, a band from Philadelphia, PA. We talk their newest record "I Got Heaven", the surprising places MP has shown up in pop culture and television, what's next for the band, and as always a brief conversation on our favorite trash tv shows. This episode rules, Mannequin Pussy rules, and Marisa rules.  Watch the video of this episode here.

This week on Dead Dialect Podcast we welcome Mad Gallica, formally of Ghost. After performing in one of the biggest bands on the planet for 6 years, Mad Gallica made the decision to step away and focus on her own music. As a massive fan of Ghost, it is an honor to welcome her on the show to discuss her time with the band, her journey to her solo work, and of course, what trash tv she loves. This is a fun one, guys. #ghost #madgallica #deaddialect Watch the video of this episode here

Harper Watters is a ballet dancer and currently a principal performer for the Houston Ballet. As arguably one of the greatest living ballet dancers, Harper is a trailblazer and symbol of representation, grace, and power. #houstonballet #deaddialect #ballet Watch the video of this podcast here

(Recorded July 24, 2024) Our last new (old) episode features the returning Chris Wee from And So I Watch You From Afar. Chris is an amazing dude that plays in an amazing band. We talk Houston's recent troubles, the band's timing around touring in tumultuous times, and the newest album. #andsoiwatchyoufromafar #drummer #deaddialect #sargenthouse

(Recorded March 2025) Host Brandon Clements welcomes Michael "Mikey Shoes" Shuman to Dead Dialect Podcast. Mikey is the longtime bassist for one our favorite bands on the face of the planet, Queens of the Stone Age. This year he embarked as a solo artist under the moniker GLU. We sat down with Mikey during his recent tour with Phantogram and talked the new path with GLU, what's in store for Queens, and our favorite trash tv shows (Survivor and Vanderpump). Get ready, this is a fun one. Watch the video of this episode here

(Recorded June 20th, 2024) Hosts Brandon Clements and Julian Lara welcome back Emily Kokal of Warpaint. Warpaint is an especially important band to the podcast and us as people. Warpaint has served as a catalyst for some of the most important moments of our lives, and in this particular podcast, it was important to make that clear. Shoutout to the entire Warpaint band and crew, you all continue to be the nicest people in the industry. Watch the video of this podcast here

Alright, let's be honest: this is a super personal and intimate podcast for me (Brandon). Not only do I love this band deeply, but I've always resonated with the themes of grief, love, and leftism - almost to an obsessive extent frankly. Simply put, this was a big episode for me and I am grateful for it. Thanks for listening. Joe Talbot is the lead singer of IDLES, a rock band from Bristol, England. Their newest album "TANGK" is their strongest recording to date and continues to rule our playlists. They are known for their energetic live performances, powerful leftist themes, and being one of the best bands currently touring. Seriously, go to an IDLES show. Thanks to Joe for the interview and the entire IDLES team for being so awesome. #DeadDialect Watch the video of this podcast here

(Recorded April 2024) This week on Dead Dialect, we're thrilled to have Andrew Forsman, the drummer for the legendary band The Fall of Troy, join us. Andrew, a friend of the show and an all-around badass, sits down with Brandon to chat about his history with the podcast, future plans for the band, and the legacy he hopes to create as the drummer for such an iconic group. Watch the video of this podcast here

(Recorded October 25th, 2019) This week, host Brandon Clements speaks with absolute legend and icon, John Waters. In what is arguably the most important podcast we've ever done, we discuss the evolution of the term "filth", taking LSD in at the age of 70, and what it means to connect with fans. Seriously, check this one out. Watch the video of this episode here