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Special Guest - Mogwai
Season 1, Ep. 549
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Welcome to Off The Beat and Track, the iTunes chart-topping podcast where host Stu Whiffen delves deep into the world of music, culture, and life stories with some of the most influential figures in the industry.
In this special episode, we are thrilled to have the legendary Scottish band Mogwai as our guests.
As pioneers of post-rock, Mogwai have spent over two decades pushing the boundaries of instrumental music, creating atmospheric soundscapes that are as powerful as they are emotional.
In this conversation, the band reflects on their journey from Glasgow’s underground scene to international success, the evolution of their sound, and the creative process behind their stunning albums and soundtracks, including the BAFTA-nominated score for ZeroZeroZero.
Tune in for an in-depth discussion with one of Scotland’s most innovative bands, as Mogwai shares insights into their long-standing career, the art of storytelling without words, and how they continue to reinvent themselves in an ever-changing music landscape.
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