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Interview: Greg Freeman
Recently I was able to connect with singer-songwriter, Greg Freeman, to discuss his latest single and video for “Colorado.” The song comes from Freeman’s reissued debut LP I Looked Out and showcases the songwriter’s incredible depth found in his music. Greg Freeman shared, “I wrote this song a few years ago, when the world was entering a scary and uncertain time, and hope seemed fleeting and very far in the distance. The song is about wanting to find connection in such a world. In a way, it feels like an old song to me at this point, but that place of uncertainty feels even more pronounced than when I wrote it. The acoustic version is just more sparse. There’s a harmonica instead of a saxophone. There’s no drums either. Merce does the high part and I do the low part. I also play the concertina in the recording. Our friend Nate Campisi recorded the song at Mr. Smalls studio in Pittsburgh (where we also recorded the video). It used to be an old church.” If you’re enjoying the video, please consider supporting this artist here.
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Recently I was able to connect with Raleigh, NC eclectic rock band, Thirsty Curses, to ask them about their great new single called “Breakfast Schemckfast.” In this brief interview, I asked them about their forthcoming LP called Music is a Scam, and what fans of their band can expect when they listen to the record front-to-back. Music is a Scam releases digitally on February 27th, and vinyl pre-orders are on-going here.
Read More “Thirsty Curses”Julien Baker and Torres – “Sugar in the Gas Tank” Video
Julien Baker and Torres have shared a video for “Sugar in the Gas Tank.”
Read More “Julien Baker and Torres – “Sugar in the Gas Tank” Video”Guitar Center to Replace Instruments Destroyed in Fire
Guitar Center is offering to replace instruments or gear destroyed by the Los Angeles wildfires.
The Guitar Center Music Foundation and Guitar Center are supporting those affected by the fires in Los Angeles with a special one-time grant replacing instruments and gear destroyed by the fires. We do not offer cash – the grant will only replace instruments and/or gear. Proof of loss or address may be required.
Home Grown Announce Hometown Shows
Home Grown have announced a hometown show in Orange County on May 16th.
Read More “Home Grown Announce Hometown Shows”GoFundMe Started for Marko of Sugarcult
Liner Notes (January 11th, 2025)
Welcome to the first newsletter of 2025.
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Read More “Liner Notes (January 11th, 2025)”Katie Pruitt Shares Acoustic “Worst Case Scenario”
Katie Pruitt has released an acoustic version of “Worst Case Scenario.”
Read More “Katie Pruitt Shares Acoustic “Worst Case Scenario””Explosions in the Sky Soundtrack New Netflix Show
Explosions in the Sky did the soundtrack for the new Netflix show American Primeval.
Limbeck – “In Ohio on Some Steps (Capo Version)”
Limbeck have shared a new version of “In Ohio on Some Steps.”
Read More “Limbeck – “In Ohio on Some Steps (Capo Version)””Albums in Stores – Jan 10th, 2025
If you hit read more you can see all the releases we have in our calendar for the week. Hit the comments to access our forums and talk about what came out today, what albums you picked up, and to make mention of anything we may have missed.
Read More “Albums in Stores – Jan 10th, 2025”Silverstein – “Don’t Let Me Get Too Low” Video
Silverstein have released a video for “Don’t Let Me Get Too Low.”
Read More “Silverstein – “Don’t Let Me Get Too Low” Video”Memphis May Fire – “Overdose”
Memphis May Fire have released a video for “Overdose” featuring Blindside.
Read More “Memphis May Fire – “Overdose””PUP – “Paranoid” Video
PUP have returned with a video for their new song “Paranoid.”
Read More “PUP – “Paranoid” Video”Interview: Occurrence
Recently I was able to connect with NYC-based indie rock band, Occurrence, to discuss everything that went into their latest single called ”Feeding Time.” On top of the new single, the band is thrilled to announce their new LP called Real Friend that will be out wherever music is sold on February 28th. In this brief interview, I asked the band about how the new single helped shape the upcoming album, their improved writing process, and the themes present in Real Friend. The new LP is available for pre-order here.
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