Ep474: Lucas Harwood - Heavy Moss, King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard

The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds

Lucas Harwood of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard discusses his new project Heavy Moss, their eco-conscious approach to vinyl production, the making of their album Dead Slow, life on tour, King Gizzard vinyl, posters, merch and more.

Topics Include:

• U.S. and Australian coffee
• Heavy Moss’s album Dead Slow release details.
• Transition to vinyl production and sustainability discussion.
• Pioneering no-shrink-wrap, eco-conscious vinyl packaging.
• Challenges and benefits of cardboard vinyl sleeves.
• Good Neighbor Records' carbon-neutral vinyl innovations.
• Exploring recyclable compounds for vinyl pressing.
• Limited variants for Heavy Moss records
• Balancing aesthetics with eco-friendly vinyl production.
• Reflecting on King Gizzard's early vinyl pressings – Willoughby’s Beach & 12 Bar Bruise
• Stories of early struggles with vinyl production costs.
• University music program as a foundation for KGATLW.
• Eric focusing on Flightless was not a surprise
• Evolution of King Gizzard's collaborative band dynamic.
• Managing growing tour setlists & deep cuts
• Three-hour shows and adjusting setlists for each city.
• Fans’ dedication to King Gizzard merch and posters.
• Famous fans and being starstruck
• Heavy Moss formation and early recording process.
• Recording methods for Dead Slow: collaborative yet remote.
• Balancing touring, family life, and side projects.
• Plans for live performances and future Heavy Moss albums.
• Reflecting on record collecting and its evolving priorities.

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