My career in the entertainment industry has enabled me to work with a diverse range of talent.

Through my years of experience, I've

recognized two essential aspects. Industry professionals, whether famous stars, or behind-the-scenes

staff, have fascinating stories to tell. Secondly, audiences are eager to listen to these stories,

which offer a glimpse into their lives and the

evolution of their life stories. This podcast aims to share these narratives, providing information

on how they evolved into their chosen career. We will delve into their journey to stardom,

discuss their struggles and successes, and hear from people who help them achieve their goals.

Get ready for intriguing behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the fascinating world of

entertainment.

Hi, I'm Tony Mantor. Welcome to Almost Live Nashville.

Joining us today is Butch Figg. He's a record producer, songwriter, the drummer and

co-producer of the rock band Garbage, which is sold over 17 million records worldwide. He's also

produced Nirvana, The Smashing Pumpkins, the Foo Fighters, Green Day, and so many others. He's got

untold stories from the studio trenches, wisdom on crafting timeless

records, and that unmistakable drive that keeps him innovating. He's proved he wasn't just producing

the sound of a generation. He was part of it. He's here to talk about all of that and how he is

using his platform now, supporting a charity that gives back through music,

creativity, and community. So before we dive into our episode, we'll be back with an uninterrupted

show right after a word from our sponsors. Thanks for coming on. Well, thanks for having me. I'm excited

to be here, ma'am. Yes, a pleasure to have you here. Let's kick it off with a question

about the early days of your career. Do you have a memory of that first moment where you was working

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