E351 Jack Underkofler of Dead Poet Society on the Raw Truths, Sonic Strangeness, and Creative Friction Behind Monarch

This week, we're scratching The Itch to dig deep! Our returning guest, Jack Underkofler of Dead Poet Society, joins us to discuss the making of the band's fascinating new album Monarch. While he keeps the albums inspirations close to the chest, he's open about the ways he and the band pushed themselves in the creation process. From working with Paul Meany to writing an anti-psalm of sorts to making non-guitar guitar sounds to a plane ride that still angers him, it was quite a journey that produced work he's clearly proud of.

Plus, we find out the origins of the band's collaboration with The Warning on "Hurt" and get to witness a dream tour come true as Jack shares the story of finding out that Dead Poet Society would be opening for Muse! And it's a rare revolving door of hosts as Aaron sneaks in half of an interview before being replaced by a surprising young substitute... who we're pretty sure became Jack's favorite host! Enjoy.

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