About this episode
From Studio Trenches to the Spotlight: An Interview with Butch Vig In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Manor converses with Butch Vig, the acclaimed record producer, songwriter, and drummer for the rock band Garbage. Vig shares insights from his illustrious career, including pivotal moments that spurred his journey into music production. He discusses his experiences working with iconic bands such as Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Foo Fighters, and Green Day, and delves into the intricacies of music production. Vig also talks about his current involvement with Joey's Song, a music charity, and his latest projects in film scoring and recording with Garbage. Listeners are treated to behind-the-scenes stories, the creative processes involved in making timeless records, and the dynamic challenges of working with various artists in the studio. Meet Butch Vig: The Man Behind the Music Early Career and First Big Breaks Producing Iconic Records Challenges and Dynamics in Music Production Joey's Song: A Charitable Endeavor Future Projects and Closing Remarks INTRO/OUTRO: T. Wild Mantor Music BMI Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.