"If it's bass drumming, guitars, maybe a keyboard, vocals, it's rock and roll."

Welcome Art Alexakis:

We’re joined on the Starline by a singer, songwriter and musician. You know him and his band ever since the early 90’s where they have created 11 studio releases, 4 certified Gold or Platinum and more than 8 million records sold. Out on the Sparkle and Fade 30th Anniversary tour we welcome Art Alexakis from Everclear.

Art, let’s go Beyond the Mic. How has this tour revived your love of music?

Your music has been described over the years under many genres. What would be the best description of it from you?

You’ve released “Live at the Whisky A Go Go” the first live album from Everclear. How does a live performance fuel you?

BTM Listener Questions:

Tony Dietz has the following question: “Art, how much have you seen popular music evolve in the time that you've been writing/performing? For example, “Father of Mine” would likely not be as much of a hit song in today's music age versus when it hit the market.”

Jeff Tuck has the following question: “In the wake of Old Town Road, the blend of country and hip-hop has proven immensely popular. Any plans to bring back cowpunk?”

Misty King wants to know: As an A&R rep “Do you see any shifts inside the industry back toward a rock and alternative sound?”

The Rockin' 8:

Art Alexakis from Everclear joins us Beyond the Mic, out on the Sparkle and Fade 30th Anniversary tour. Art, it’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure.

1. Best Alt Rock Album of all time is?

2. Favorite song from your album “Sun Songs”?

3. Best memory of Cabo?

4. Most underappreciated band that influenced you?

5. Best thing about being a girl dad?

6. First album you ever bought and do you still have it?

7. Best cigar you ever smoked was a …

8. Song that didn’t get the credit you thought it deserved?

Sneaking in a Couple More:

From a man whose dad has had more than thirty years of sobriety, what drives your continued sobriety?

During the pandemic your raised money to help musicians and music industry workers affected by the shutdown. Why was it important to help others when your band couldn’t work either?

When going out on the road, what’s the one comfort item from home you have to bring?

Which place is your favorite & your dream place to play a show?

What is the power of a song and a story?

If you couldn’t choose a career in music, what career would you have liked to master?

One Big Question:

How has your appreciation of music grown since the discovery of your relapsing-remitting MS?

The Wrap:

He still has his first album, would love to play la forum / red rocks and want you to enjoy the Sparkle and Fade 30th Anniversary tour. Art Alexakis thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.

And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.