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Sea Lion Vice: What’s a sea lion? [note: This interview was conducted by an Australian who claimed that no Aussie has ever heard or used the term “sea lion.” We know what a fucking sea lion is and are frankly appalled that this knowledge has somehow bypassed an entire continent of supposed English speakers.]

Ryan: So why’d you call your album Sea Lion? Do you have a favorite animal? OK, how about pets? As in the Linda McCartney band? So you used to have a revolving line-up but now there’s only three of you, right? You sing a song in Maori. What are you singing about? Right, so along with animals you’re really into nature? Coming from California and producing fairly sunshine-oriented, good vibes music what’s your opinion of the Beach Boys? is out now through Popfrenzy