Along with Sean Ulbs of The Eiffels, we had the pleasure of interviewing Grouplove over Zoom video! Grouplove have released their official music video for “This Is The End,” one of the many highlights found on their acclaimed new album, This Is This. The one-shot video was directed by Isaac…
We had the pleasure of interviewing Seiji Oda over Zoom video! Bay Area Japanese artist Seiji Oda, released two self-produced singles “CYBORG” and “no fillins” on February 5th, along with a music video for “CYBORG.” Seiji’s music encompasses hip hop, R&B, and lo-fi beats, creating a unique sound that captures…
Together with Sean Ulbs of The Eiffels, we had the pleasure of interviewing MAX over Zoom video! Multiplatinum recording artist MAX released his Colour Vision Deluxe Album Filled with infectious pop bangers, the deluxe edition features the original 12 tracks off MAX’s critically-acclaimed sophomore album Colour Vision coupled with his…
We had the pleasure of interviewing Talia Londoner over Zoom video! With the release of her vibrant, retro-pop video for “Get It Out,” the LA-born, Tel Aviv-based singer/songwriter Talia Londoner shares the first taste of her euphoric musical sound, destined to place her among the next generation of pop stars.…
We had the pleasure of interviewing Gerry Beckley of America over Zoom video! Gerry Beckley, the illustrious singer, songwriter, performer and co-founder of legendary band, America, is set to release a greatest hits package featuring his solo work. Keeping The Light On – The Best of Gerry Beckley will be…
We had the pleasure of interviewing Saint Disruption over Zoom video! Saint Disruption - the spirit-driven musical collective led by John Medeski and Jeff Firewalker Schmitt - have released their new single “Instant Gratification,” a probing account of the dark underbelly of consumerism in the age of the internet. “Inspired…
We had the pleasure of interviewing Ava King over Zoom video! Ava was born and raised in France just outside of Paris. She attended Columbia university where she briefly studied Chinese and journalism (at 18 she published her first piece in the New York Times). After graduating she moved to…
We had the pleasure of interviewing The Vaughns over Zoom video! Having met in a garage in their New Jersey hometown, The Vaughns, consisting of Anna Lies and Ryan Kenter, have been extensively touring the East Coast DIY circuits since they formed in 2014. With the past year bringing a…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Carsie Blanton over Zoom video! Carsie Blanton is on a mission to fight fascism. With her new single “Shit List,” released today with an accompanying video, Carsie and producer Tyler Chester (Margaret Glaspy, Mandy Moore) pair her deceptively catchy farfisa…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing WESLEY over Zoom video! WESLEY will be releasing single "SLEEP ALONE" out April 2nd on all DSPs with Fire Tower Entertainment and FRTYFVE. The single comes as a precursor to his debut solo album "Spare Parts for Broken Hearts", out…
We had the pleasure of interviewing Jeff Whalen from the Hotel Maya in Long Beach! **This interview was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic** As the guiding member of the glitter punk band Tsar, Jeff Whalen was well known to connoisseurs of bubblegum-flavored power pop. The band released two records…
We had the pleasure of interviewing Andrew Adkins over Zoom video! Across the Cumberland River from Music City, the burgeoning neighborhood of East Nashville has become a haven for artists, songwriters, and other creatives. One such songwriter is Andrew Adkins, who has been a part of the Nashville community for…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Merci over Zoom video! D.C. alternative quintet Merci released their brand-new single “Haunt Me” via Rise Records! A follow-up to the band’s 2020 debut single “Foolish Me,” “Haunt Me” expands on the band’s indie-pop sound and is paired with a…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Mimi Webb over Zoom video! On the verge of a major breakthrough this year, 19-year-old UK singer/songwriter Mimi Webb returns with a new single and music video entitled “Reasons”. The track pairs delicate clean guitar with her expansive delivery. Confessional…
We had the pleasure of interviewing Eliza & The Delusionals from the House of Blues in San Diego! *This interview was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic* Eliza & The Delusionals have never been afraid to think big. “The goal has always been to play huge shows,” says singer-guitarist Eliza…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing John Smith over Zoom video! Against the backdrop of a universally difficult 2020, songwriter and guitarist John Smith found himself facing personal and unrelenting change. In the spring of 2020, Smith and his wife lost a pregnancy, and his mother…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Leo Varella over Zoom video! Brazilian guitarist, singer and songwriter Leo Varella is a raw spirit in overdrive. Influenced by 80’s Prince and Nile Rodgers’ style of guitar playing, Leo offers a fresh take on retro, nostalgic pop writing, but…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Mat Kearney over Zoom video! Unexpected, unplanned moments often yield the most beautiful results. That’s how Mat Kearney arrived at his sixth album, January Flower, a collection of honest, stripped down songs that brings the Nashville-based, Oregon-born musician back to…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Kidd G over Zoom video! With a rare gift for turning his hometown experiences into natural melodies, Kidd G has found tremendous success by staying true to his roots. As a kid growing up in small-town Georgia, he first started…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Dave Herrera over Zoom video! Dave Herrera has worked as a commercial broker at Colliers International for the past several years, where he is required to take a personality test. He has also taken that same test at home with…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Will Johnson over Zoom video! Will Johnson’s 7th solo album “El Capitan” is out now. Recorded over three days in June 2020 at Ramble Creek Recording in Austin, Texas with contributions from Britton Beisenherz, Thor Harris (of Shearwater, Xiu Xiu),…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing William The Conqueror over Zoom video! Acclaimed UK band William The Conqueror released their new album Maverick Thinker on March 5th through Chrysalis Records. The first single, "Quiet Life," is a charming, slow-building lament that broadens out like a rolling…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Tiggi Hawke over Zoom video! London based pop singer/songwriter Tiggi Hawke recently release her new single “High Season” which comes after the successful release of Tiggi’s summer dance hit “Electric Sun.” Given the current state of the world with COVID-19…
Together with American Songwriter, we had the pleasure of interviewing Wheatus from the Soda Bar in San Diego! *This interview with conducted prior to the COVID-19 pandemic* It's hard to believe Wheatus are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album and still-ubiquitous single "Teenage Dirtbag.” Yes, that’s right -…