David McLean

The Tombed Visions Interview Series

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Hosted by label owner David McLean, the Tombed Visions Interview Series is a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing, at length, contemporary experimental music with its finest current practitioners. Operating the label for over 12 years and performing for over two decades has meant that McLean has been fortunate enough to share the company of some incredibly talented people. The show will feature musicians, artists, promoters and writers that have worked directly with the label or have made a profound impression on its direction, discussing creative approaches, performing live, touring, influ...

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David McLean

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Episode #4.2 - David Birchall - Curious Ear / Improvisor 18.06.2024 1:38:27

My guest for episode 4 is guitarist, promoter, and occasional label owner David Birchall. For well over a decade, David has been synonymous with improvised music in Manchester. In addition to being one of the cities most talented and prolific practitioners, David has been a dedicated and selfless facilitator of improvised music concerts in Manchester. On this second instalment of episode 4, we con...

Episode #4.1 - David Birchall - Curious Ear / Improvisor 18.06.2024 2:32:29

Episode #3.2 - Benjamin D Duvall - Ex-Easter Island Head / Land Trance 04.08.2023 1:59:10

On this second instalment of episode 3, Ben discusses working with Merseyside Schools, being invited to perform at the Stewart Lee ATP and the recording of the forthcoming Ex-Easter Island Head album ‘Norther’. We also look at his first touring experiences as a member of Liverpool DIY legends Stig Noise Soundsystem, an important influence in Ben’s development which has informed his ability to cons...

Episode #3.1 - Benjamin D Duvall - Ex-Easter Island Head / Land Trance 04.08.2023 2:27:53

My guest on this months extended edition is Benjamin D Duvall, founder of Ex-Easter Island Head, one of Britain’s most unique and enduring underground music ensembles. On this first instalment we begin a well needed review of the ensembles history, including a survey of the groups membership and all their recordings to date. Ben’s early influences for the project are discussed amongst some of the...

Episode #2 - Sam Weaver / Eroteme / Cuspeditions 16.06.2023 3:12:25

My guest on this month’s show is Sam Weaver, owner of Cuspeditions records and currently promoting some of the most fascinating new music in Manchester with his concert series Eroteme, run with his close friend Esok. Sam continues to remain a pivotal figure in the city’s underground music community. His talent as a recording engineer has seen him work with Charles Hayward, Turkish free-jazz group...

Episode #1 - Clint Trofa (The Duke of Zuke) 12.05.2023 2:13:07

My guest on this inaugural show is London-based composer and filmmaker, Clint Trofa, also known The Duke of Zuke. His latest album issued on the label, Wedding Songs, is his most ambitious and masterfully executed suite of music to date. Recorded with Jim Wallis throughout 2022, the 10 compositions that make up the album have been created with the patience of an auteur director, each piece of mise...