Ep. 281: The Mimsies w/ Casey Castille

The Mimsies were an underground band associated with the late 1990s and early 2000s DIY music scene. Their sound combined straightforward melodic elements with a raw, unpolished style typical of independent releases from that era. While they did not achieve widespread commercial success, they developed a small following through word of mouth and local performances. The band is often noted for reflecting the aesthetic and approach of the broader underground punk and indie communities.

• Having Aspergers
• The Flaming Lips
• Moving the band to LA
• Blurring the lines with band members
• Labels wanting her to leave the band
• Having health issues
• Her perspective from playing Warped Tour 3 times
• Wesley Willis
• And a ton more

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