Alex Smith, in an interview in Brussels, discusses their upcoming small show and the intimate connection with the audience. They mention their new album's musical evolution from the previous one, hinting at a more open sound. The title "Mr. Schwartz" is a coincidence, inspired by various sources. They recorded the album in a countryside setting, enjoyed listening in cars, and are excited about their upcoming concert in the Netherlands, recalling their first gig in Amsterdam, where Alex played barefoot due to a lost bet.
1. The text is a transcript of a conversation between Alex Smith and an unnamed interviewer.
2. The conversation takes place in Brussels, where Alex Smith is about to play a small show.
3. The performer mentions that it's been a while since they've done a small show like this.
4. Alex Smith mentions being in the crowd and being able to see more people from a distance.
5. The conversation also touches on the topic of the new record of car.
6. The interviewer asks about the relationship between the new record and the previous one.
7. The band members discuss how each record builds on the one before it.
8. The third track of the album is called "Sculptures of Anything Goes".
9. The band members discuss the process behind creating this song.
10. The album was recorded mostly at a religious house in the countryside.
11. The band members mention the importance of listening to the record on a bad car radio.
12. The band is going to play their biggest show in the Netherlands ever at the Ego Dome in May next year.
13. The show is a couple of days before Alex Smith's birthday.
14. The band members reminisce about their first show in Amsterdam.