Phoenix front man Thomas Mars joins me to talk about his Spark, It Was Twenty Years Ago Today is a 1987 British-made television documentary about the 1967 Summer of Love.We talked about the beginnings of Phoenix and how they drew inspiration from the Beatles' process and sound. We touched on the singular nature of The Beatles influence and they're lasting impact on culture at large. And most importantly, I hung out with one of my favorite musicians!Links:PhoenixIt Was Twenty Years Ago TodayAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyThe Spark Parade is a podcast that dives deep into the films and albums that have inspired today’s creative icons. Hosted by Adam Unze, each episode features a unique conversation with an artist about their chosen film or album, and how it sparked their artistic journey.Follow us on social media:Instagram/Bluesky/TikTok: @sparkparadeSubscribe, rate, and leave a review wherever you listen!For more info, visit: www.thesparkparade.comCopyright © 2025 The Spark Parade. All rights reserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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