This past week, I was able to connect with Sacramento-based indie singer-songwriter JT Loux (pronounced “lucks”). I asked him about his new single called “Fool”, his upcoming touring plans and much more. If you’re enjoying the conversation, please consider streaming the new single here.
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This past month, I was able to schedule a Zoom call with DC-based punk rock band, American Television, to discuss their upcoming EP, You Are Not Alone. In this interview, I asked the band members about their writing process, what to make of DC’s current political situation, their past touring experience, and much more. The band is playing a record release show at Jammin Java in Vienna, Virginia next month, and tickets are on sale here. Also, pre-orders are on-going for You Are Not Alone over at Smartpunk Records.
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Recently I was able to connect with post-punk band, The Collect Pond, which is songwriter Danny Moffat (Vocals/Guitar), Chris Anthony (Drums), Roger Maranan (Keys/Bass), and Ben Bonadies (Guitar/Bass). The band is excited to release their new LP, Absence of Something, today via Candlepin Records.
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Today is a great day to introduce everyone to Henry J. Star, the solo project of musician, producer, and songwriter Devin Badgett. In his vibrant, introductory video for his single of “Petrichor,” Henry J. Star combines weighty lyrical material with modern politically-charged themes with ease. Henry J. Star shared, “In memory of Ahmaud Arbery. A story about running while black & the paradox of choice. This song was written in an attempt to underline how grandiose seemingly simple decisions can be for certain folks.” If you’re enjoying the new music video, please consider pre-saving the debut LP (out everywhere on October 17th) from this talented artist, called The Soft Apocalypse, here.
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Recently I was able to schedule a Zoom call with the lead vocalist of Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace, Raine Maida, for an in-depth discussion largely around the topic of mental health awareness. Our Lady Peace recently reissued and re-recorded a version of their fan-favorite song, “Whatever,” that was originally used as a theme song for a former WWE wrestler. In this interview, Raine and I chatted about how Our Lady Peace “reclaimed” this key song in their discography, and what’s coming down the road next for this legendary rock band. If you’re looking to stay connected with Our Lady Peace, please consider joining their Discord here.
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Today I’m thrilled to bring everyone an early watch to the new music video from punk rock band, The Jukebox Romantics, called “Honolulu Sun.” The band is from downstate New York, and is gearing up for the release of their next full-length record called This One Looks Cool on October 17th via Sell The Heart Records. The Jukebox Romantics just want a moment of your time, and are bringing their unique blend of sweaty punk rock energy to your city soon. If you’re enjoying the new single, please consider pre-ordering the vinyl of This One Looks Cool here.
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Today I’m excited to bring everyone the latest single and video from Grace Inspace, called “Meteor,” that features artist Luna Li. The single is this artist’s debut release on TODO Records and it showcases Grace Inspace’s innate ability to convey a wide range of emotions through her dynamic music. Grace Inspace shared, “‘Meteor’ started as a mantra I would repeat to myself in moments when anxiety or pain felt endless–a reminder that whatever I was feeling was ephemeral and that I shouldn’t cower from it because it would soon subside. I took the skeleton of the song to Luna Li and we sat crosslegged on her bed and fleshed it out, before asking Josh Mehling and Mulherin to turn it into an anthem with their production.” If you’re enjoying the video, please consider streaming the single here.
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Today I’m so excited to bring everyone the latest single from the Atlanta-based anthemic punk band, The Carolyn, called “Routines.” The Carolyn is Andrew Patrick (Guitar & Vocals), Oliver Conlon (Bass & Vocals), and Dave Mulazzi (Drums) and they capture the spirit of melodic punk bands like The Gaslight Anthem and The Menzingers, but with a sound of their own. The band is gearing up for the release of their third LP, Pyramid Scheme of Grief, which releases everywhere music is sold on October 3rd via 59 X Records. The Carolyn shared, “’Routines’ is about realizing you’ve been the architect of your own burnout — and still not changing a thing.” If you’re enjoying the early listen, please consider pre-ordering the vinyl of Pyramid Scheme of Grief here.
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Today I’m thrilled to bring everyone the latest single and visualizer video from Frightful Places, the solo project of Kevin Tiernan, called “Spirits Are Up!” Kevin shared, “Picture this: You’re on the beach in July, the sun warm on your skin, daydreaming about autumn leaves and the crisp October breeze. Sitting beside the one you love, you’re torn between soaking in the last days of summer and eagerly awaiting Halloween. ‘Spirits Are Up!’ is an optimistic anthem that blends the dreamy essence of shoegaze with the vibrant energy of The Cure and Turnover. Produced by Chris Teti (The World Is A Beautiful Place…), this track will make you feel sun-soaked, even as you start to crave fall.” If you’re enjoying the new single, please consider streaming more Frightful Places music here.
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Today I’m proud to introduce everyone to a great new band from Atlanta, Georgia named abandcalledlove. Their latest single, “A Liar!” is brimming with big indie pop rock hooks, rich textural instrumental sections, all paired with infectious melodies and harmonies. abandcalledlove is Ryan Chandler Love (lead vocals), Ian Joshua Riley (producer/guitarist), Blake Aldridge (guitar), Brooks Roberts (bass), and Austin Yagle (drums), and their band chemistry showcases why they routinely sell out venues they are booked to play at. Band member, Ian Joshua Riley shared:
If the opening track of the EP is a ‘mission statement’ of sorts denoting what love is, and the second track of the EP is an extrapolation of those ideas, then ‘A Liar!’, being track three, is intended to be an antithetical, bastardized representation of ‘love’ experienced while intentionally and genuinely pursuing it. The dialogue-style approach to the lyrics combined with the narrator’s internal monologue in the chorus is meant to represent a hypothetical, but universally relatable narrative of the seemingly never-ending chaotic cycle of miscommunication, unmet expectations, confusion, hurt, and misunderstanding that come with the pursuit of genuine relationship when goals are fundamentally unaligned. We also wanted the push-and-pull nature of the production and composition to reflect that tension as much as possible, so we spent a lot of time in the studio balancing the more traditional dynamic rock elements with the more subtle electronics and ambient, atmospheric moments to really emphasize the overall dynamics of the track, especially leading up to the song’s climax.
If you’re enjoying the early listen to “A Liar!”, please consider pre-saving the band’s debut EP, Thriving Season (that releases on September 26th) here.
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Recently I was able to schedule a Zoom call with Jason Vena (vocals) and Garrett Lunceford (drums) of Acceptance to discuss the importance of their debut LP, Phantoms, turning 20 years old this year. The band is currently supporting the anniversary of their landmark record with a fall tour and a great re-record of the album that features several incredible guest artists on it. Pre-orders for the Phantoms 20 vinyl are on-going here via Equal Vision Records.
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Today I’m thrilled to introduce everyone to Lips of Strangers, the indie dream-pop band from New Jersey fronted by Spencer Miles (the brother of Ra Ra Riot’s Wes Miles & touring guitarist of the band), and the lead single and title track from their sophomore EP, Too Long For Lovers. Lips Of Strangers capture lightning in a bottle with their great guitar groove found on this song of “Too Long For Lovers,” and showcase their ability to make waves in the dream-pop genre. If you’re enjoying the video premiere, please consider pre-ordering the new EP that hits all streaming services on November 14th here.
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Recently I was able to schedule a Zoom call with musician and actor, Huddy, to discuss his new single and video treatment for a key song called “Fragile.” In this interview, I asked Huddy about the difference in preparing for an acting role versus performing for a live concert, where he finds most of his inspiration for his art, and the plans for the future. If you’re enjoying the interview, please consider streaming Huddy’s music here.
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This past month I was able to schedule a Zoom call with Ross Shotland, the owner/founder of Enjoy The Ride Records, to discuss how he operates his company. In this interview, I asked Ross about what keeps him motivated to run his company, the most rewarding parts of his business, and much more. If you’re enjoying the interview, please consider ordering an item from Enjoy The Ride Records here.
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Today I’m thrilled to share with everyone the lush and vibrant new single from singer-songwriter, Kashena Sampson, called “Ghost Of Me.” This Nashville-based artist is storming onto the scene armed with a psychedelic-indie folk rock sound that is sure to leave you breathless. Sampson’s new album, which is also called Ghost of Me, arrives on October 3rd, and will be this ultra-talented songwriter’s third full-length record to date. Kashena Sampson shared, “Besides being a musician, I have also been a bartender at a music venue for the past 10 years to pay my bills. It’s a great job, but there are some nights that feel like my heart is breaking. Watching others live out the exact dream I’m still chasing, night after night. Having to put a smile on my face and serve industry people who’ve passed on me can be rough, and I can get real down on myself about it sometimes. ‘Ghost Of Me’ is about those moments. The times when I question my worth, and the internal struggle of not being where I would like to be in my music career. It’s about not giving up on my dreams even though at times it feels like it’s killing me.” If you’re enjoying the new single, please consider pre-ordering/pre-saving Ghost of Me here.
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