255: Britt Walford (Slint, The Breeders, Languid and Flaccid)

Today's guest is Britt Walford, perhaps best known as the drummer
for Slint, a band he co-founded in Louisville in 1986. During its
brief lifespan, Slint operated in relative obscurity; but the
band's music has proven to be a massive influence on subsequent
generations--and previous generations alike. Even established
legends such as Robert Plant have professed their affinity for
the band. Britt's incredibly unique, angular style won him many
fans among the musical cognoscenti, and--aside from his work from
Slint, he has worked with artists such as The Breeders (on their
first album, Pod), The For Carnation, and Will Oldham. Britt
joined Joe from his home in Louisville.


 


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