
Inside Everclear's Songbook: The Stories Behind the Songs (feat. Art Alexakis of Everclear) – My Weekly Mixtape
This week, I’m joined by Art Alexakis — singer, songwriter, and guitarist for Everclear — to take a deep dive into the stories behind the band’s biggest hits, fan favorites, and overlooked gems.
We talk about everything from the 30th anniversary of their debut album World of Noise (recorded for just $400!) to the leap to a major label with Sparkle & Fade, the massive success of So Much For The Afterglow, and the double album Songs From an American Movie.
Along the way, Art shares his love for artists like Tom Petty and Bruce Springsteen, and details their Live At The Whiskey A Go Go release. This episode is a front-row seat to the stories, struggles, and songs that made Everclear a defining voice in alternative rock.
🎙️ Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform—and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review to help more music fans find the show! Then, scroll down to hear all of the songs discussed in this episode! 👇

Your Genius Hands
Fire Maple Song
Heroin Girl
Santa Monica
Heartspark Dollarsign
You Make Me Feel Like a Whore
So Much For The Afterglow
Everything To Everyone
I Will Buy You A New Life
Father Of Mine
Amphetamines
AM Radio
Wonderful
Brown Eyed Girl (Van Morrison Cover)
When It All Goes Wrong Again
Unemployed Boyfriend
American Girl (Tom Petty Cover)
I Won’t Back Down (Tom Petty Cover)
The Drama King
Be Careful What You Ask For
You
The Man Who Broke His Own Heart

