Interview: Don Stevenson of Moby Grape Talks Skip Spence, Wow, Truly Fine Citzen, Grape Jam and More - Part 2
LEGENDS: A Podcast by All Day VinylShow Notes
Welcome to another episode of LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl, hosted by Scott Dudelson.
In this continuation of our two-part interview with Don Stevenson—co-founder, drummer, and vocalist of the legendary Moby Grape—we dive even deeper into the band’s remarkable legacy.
Don offers an unfiltered look at the highs and lows of Moby Grape’s journey, revisiting the making of their groundbreaking album Wow, and unpacking the brotherhood, chaos, and creative fire that defined the band’s golden era. He sheds light on the origins of fan-favorite tracks like “Murder in My Heart for the Judge,” and we dive into stories about the writing and recording of the classic albums - Moby Grape 69, Truly Fine Citizen, 20 Granite Creek and Legendary Grape.
This episode provides rare insight into the band’s inner dynamics, the shifting tides of the late ’60s rock scene, and Don’s continued evolution as an artist. He also discusses his latest musical projects and reflects on the enduring impact of Moby Grape’s music.
Don’t miss this compelling chapter in rock history—told by one of its most authentic voices.
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