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Crispian Mills (Part Two)
*This is part two of Crispian Mills's episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part one first or things might be slightly confusing*
Over the years many a musician has stepped into The Moon Under Water, armed with stories about pubs from all four corners of the globe. They're places where bands and artists cut their teeth, before moving onto bigger venues and stadia. This week's guest has experienced bars around the world, and has been lucky enough to immerse himself in a wide range of pub cultures. It's Kula Shaker frontman Crispian Mills!
Since forming in 1995 Kula Shaker have toured the world and gone on to release seven albums. Their latest record - 'Natural Magick' - is a certified smash, and is available now. But we're not here to JUST talk about music... we want to hear what Crispian thinks of pubs; and more specifically, what his dream pub would look like.
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