MGMT on the Micro Universe in Every Song

US psychedelic-pop-rock phenomenon MGMT talk about the importance of absurdity and humor in their music-making process, their struggles with becoming stage performers and their background in academic experimental sound.

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In this episode of Doing Music, MGMT's Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser talk to Craig Schuftan and Christa Belle about their unique outlook on songwriting and production, which has fuelled a run of distinctive, weirdly catchy music since they formed in 2006. Whether attempting situationist disruptions in their early performances or reflecting on their life changes from album to album, the music they make tells the story of their lives and the way they see the world. From the so-bad-it's-good lure of creative AI to a shared love of disgusting music, Andrew and Ben open up about the awkward struggle to reach the finish line making their endearingly original music. 

Keep up with MGMT on their website, Instagram and YouTube. Their latest album, Loss Of Life, is out now.