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Melissa Auf der Maur reflects on her experiences in the 90s music scene and her new memoir.

With Melissa Auf der Maur’s new memoir coming out this month, we’re revisiting our conversation on the podcast. From Hole and Smashing Pumpkins to founding Basilica Hudson, Melissa reflects on art, music, and the strange alchemy of the ’90s music world. NYT Article Pre-Order memoir: https://www.xmadmx.com/#book Follow Emily McElwreath on Instagram: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @emilymcelwreath_art⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ theartcareer.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ for more episodes and resources If you loved this episode, tag ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @theartcareer ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and share your favorite insight on IG stories! Don’t forget to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more creatives discover the show. Sound Engineer and Production: Josh Craig Creative Direction: Nina Yankovic

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