Andrew McMahon discusses Jack’s Mannequin’s third record People and Things, viewing life from a day-to-day perspective, writing for Hollywood, and being caught in between the mainstream and indie.
Interview: Andrew McMahon of Jack’s Mannequin
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Interview: Mindy White of States
Vocalist Mindy White chats about the making of States’ debut full-length, how she first got started with the Copeland guys, and her up-and-down past in Lydia.
Interview: Jon Foreman of Switchfoot and Stephen Christian of Anberlin
Switchfoot’s Jon Foreman and Anberlin’s Stephen Christian converse about musical inspirations, writing when depressed, and not wanting to be placed in a box.
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Interview: Dustin Kensrue of Thrice
Frontman Dustin Kensrue offers a behind-the-scenes look into the writing, mindset, and theology behind Thrice’s Major/Minor album.
Interview: Kevin Devine
Kevin Devine speaks about his latest record Between the Concrete & Clouds, his fascination with religion, and always writing about life experience.
Interview: Darren King of Mutemath
Drummer Darren King discusses Mutemath’s new sound and distinct approach to creating Odd Soul, working with no outside influences for the first time, the importance of trust among bandmates, and his religious upbringing.
Interview: Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy
Patrick Stump opens up about his new solo career, the challenges of finding his own voice, being comfortable as a musician, and the past and future of Fall Out Boy.
Interview: Mat Kearney
Mat Kearney discusses the different directions he took on his new record Young Love, including working with more beats and trying to get back to a youthful innocence.
Interview: Dallas Green of City and Colour
Dallas Green talks about City and Colour’s third record Little Hell, why his writing style is so personal, how connecting with music changes as you grow older, and his constant battling with self-doubt.
Interview: Chris Freeman of Manchester Orchestra
Keyboardist Chris Freeman talks about the conceptual progression behind Manchester Orchestra’s third album Simple Math, the different natures of the group’s sound, and staying true to what you like.
Interview: Sims
Sims dishes on his new record Bad Time Zoo, the time he quit rapping and was forced to revaluate music, the isolating aspects of technology, turning the mirror on your own hypocrisies, and always being plugged into the here and now.
Interview: Spencer Smith of Panic! at the Disco
Drummer Spencer Smith ties up some loose ends about Panic! at the Disco’s third album Vices & Virtues, explains how the recent lineup change has redefined the duo, and recalls the perspective of blowing up at an early age.
Interview: Daniel Layus of Augustana
Frontman Daniel Layus discusses the expansive process behind Augustana’s self-titled album, how growing older has affected his writing, getting more in touch with early influences, and life on a major label.
Interview: Joe Principe of Rise Against
Bassist Joe Principe talks about the Rise Against’s sixth record Endgame, the challenge of keeping things fresh, being inspired by the military, and how punk rock originally gave him the courage to speak out.
Interview: Sherri DuPree-Bemis of Eisley
Vocalist/guitarist Sherri DuPree-Bemis shares the highs and lows inside Eisley’s third record The Valley, the cathartic nature of songwriting, and how having the right people around can help you make it through anything.