Sep 23rd, 2008 · Calling Stephin Merritt a reluctant performer is putting it lightly. Nevertheless, the Magnetic Fields leader bellied up to a microphone by himself in a KEXP session. Here, he surveys his expansive catalog and answers questions in the deadpan style that makes his songs so great.
Apr 23rd, 2008 · Merritt's voice is an incredible instrument in itself, but she also has the guitar skills and songwriting chops of a seasoned professional. In support of her third release, Another Country, Merritt speaks with host David Dye about its primary inspiration: France.
Nov 4th, 2007 · From a group of six photos and six words, Magnetic Fields guru Stephin Merritt picked "1974" -- and an image of a man wearing a kind of suit covered with baby dolls. Two days later, the song they inspired was finished.
Dec 3rd, 2006 · A performance and chat with musician Stephin Merritt and author David Handler (a.k.a Lemony Snicket) about The Tragic Treasury: Songs from A Series of Unfortunate Events. Merritt, of The Magnetic Fields, contributed his talents to the soundtrack.
Nov 7th, 2004 · Singer Tift Merritt's latest CD has a hefty dose of alt-country sound, but she's branching out to blues, rock, pop -- and even some Memphis soul. The North Carolina-based singer talks with Sheilah Kast about Tambourine.