Ep359: Michael Crain of Dead Cross

Michael Crain has survived drugs, cancer, Covid and the hazards of being in Dead Cross. Michael joins us to talk about the new LP Dead Cross II, writing, recording, chemotherapy, preparing for his own death, selling his records, the unbelievable 2017 arrest story and much more. Topics include: Dead Cross II – alternate album titles? Update on Michael's health Michael's cancer story Balancing recording of Dead Cross II with medical treatments The impact of cancer on Dead Cross II The process for writing the new LP Inspiration working with rest of band Songwriting prep for recording and Ross' production Pre-pandemic plans for Dead Cross Getting the timelines right around Dead Cross, Mr Bungle, etc Michael's treatment, Covid and shock of it all Making the most of his time Making arrangements for his death Post-traumatic approaches to music and art Themes for the new Dead Cross album The 2017 arrest in Houston More touring for Dead Cross? Michael's record collection Interview wrap up Extended (10+ more minutes), High-resolution & Commercial Free version of this interview available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/2Y6ORU0 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36qhlc8 Follow our Podcast: https://linktr.ee/vinylguide Facebook: www.Facebook.com/VinylGuide Instagram: www.Instagram.com/VinylGuide Support our show: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide If you like records, just starting a collection or are an uber-nerd with a house-full of vinyl, this is the podcast for you. Nate Goyer is The Vinyl Guide and discusses all things music and record-related