Episode 11: Jack Shields on Neil Young, Unpolished Production, and the Future of Rock

Welcome to our newest episode of The Spin, where I’m joined today by Jack Shields— the guitarist for Richy Mitch and the Coal Miners and the founder of his Jack Shield & The Mojave Rush, who released their sophomore effort this in the raw, grungy alternative rock ventures of Avalanche Hour. Jack joins us today for discussion of the albums and artists— including Jimi Hendrix, Fleet Foxes, and Ween— that have shaped his unique and uncompromising ear over his years as a songwriter.

Albums Discussed:
Foo Fighters - Foo Fighters
Pink Floyd - Dark Side of the Moon
The Band - The Band
Jimi Hendrix - Band of Gypsies
Fleet Foxes - Helplessness Blues
Neil Young - Tonight's the Night
Nirvana - In Utero
Ween - Quebec
Warren Zevon - Warren Zevon
Mark Lanagan - Whiskey for the Holy Ghost
Big Thief - Dragon New Warm Mountain