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Earlier this month, Naked Raygun released their first album in over 30 years, titled Over the Overlords. We spoke with guitarist Bill Stephens and talked about the record’s writing process, which spanned several years. We also discussed what it was like recording at Transient Sound with producer Steve Gillis. Over the Overlords is a decidedly comprehensive album that employs a variety of influences, yet maintains a sense of cohesion throughout. Simply put, it retains the urgency of their early work and stands on equal ground with their most beloved records. Additionally, we conversed about their longtime bassist Pierre Kezdy, who sadly passed away from cancer in October of 2020. We addressed the various contributions that Kezdy made to the album, as well as what inspired some of the songs, their plans for future shows and more.
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