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Podcast: (Don't) Quit Your Day Job
Episode: Episode 220 with Mario Rivera (Left Unsaid, Nights Like Thieves): It's Been 20 Years Since We Released a Brand New Song
Description: In this episode, we talk with Mario Rivera (Left Unsaid, Nights Like Thieves, Ikana) about creating and releasing a documentary about the rise and fall of Albuquerque, NM local heroes Left Unsaid. Plus, getting back together, releasing new music, starting over after being in a successful band, being at the threshold of mainstream success, video production as day job, and the impact of nostalgia.
The documentary was made over three and a half years, beginning in 2020 when Mario was inspired by reviewing old footage of Left Unsaid. "I hope viewers are inspired to pursue their dreams of...