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Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Adam MacWe had the pleasure of interviewing Adam Mac over Zoom video!LGBTQ+ country singer/songwriter Adam Mac is making waves in the industry for his on-of-a-kind artistry. With previous support from CMT and People, he recently released his sophomore album Disco Cowboy. The album is all about Adam's personal journey of self-discovery not only as an artist, but as a queer man in the country genre. The 16-song collection continues to showcase Adam's commitment to making the country music genre a safe and welcoming space for all...2023-07-1638 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Gable Price and FriendsWe had the pleasure of interviewing Gable Price and Friends over Zoom video!“Ever since I was young, I lived with an overarching fear that the thing I was presently enjoying would lose its desired effect and fade away,” remembers songwriter and frontman of the exuberant rock outfit Gable Price and Friends, Gable Price. “When our band started and began to gain momentum, it wasn’t long before I slipped into the thought of ‘What happens when this loses its steam?’” Eventually, Price came to grips with those obsessive thoughts and like any songwriter worth their weight, set it to music as...2022-11-1755 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Rachel GraeWe had the pleasure of interviewing Rachel Grae over Zoom video!Rachel Grae is a forward thinking, rising pop star, invoking the youthful style of Olivia Rodrigo, as well as the wisdom and pure vocal power of singers like Adele. Today, the fresh face in music releases the video for her new track “Right Person Right Time,” following the mental spirals and what-ifs that define being in the midst of gut-wrenching heartbreak. Going back and forth between small details of a past relationship and the present moment of sadness, she reimagines the outcome of this relationship if little mome...2022-10-2233 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Oceans Ate AlaskaWe had the pleasure of interviewing Oceans Ate Alaska over Zoom video.Balance requires duality. As such, Oceans Ate Alaska thrive in the midst of extremes. The British quintet—James Harrison [vocals], Chris Turner [drums], James “Jibs” Kennedy [guitar], Adam Zytkiewicz [guitar], and Mike Stanton [bass]—ebb and flow between moments of elite metallic intensity, proficient progressive experimentation, and delicate lo-fi bliss. They plunge dynamic depths and surface with an utterly unpredictable and undeniable signature style meant to upend expectations at every turn. After tallying tens of millions of streams and earning acclaim from Alternative Press, New Noise Magazine...2022-09-2938 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with LOKREWe had the pleasure of interviewing LOKRE over Zoom video.Toronto-based R&B singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist LOKRE as she gears up to release her debut album ELIZABETH in September. On June 22nd, LOKRE releases her new single ’Sun Don't Set’. Taken from her forthcoming album titled ELIZABETH (named after her grandmother), ’Sun Don’t Set’ is LOKRE’s first release in 2 years and is the springboard for her musical journey that is transformative, decadent and refuses to be ignored.On the new single, LOKRE says: "‘Sun Don’t Set’ is an affirmation to press on in the...2022-07-2937 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Beth HartWe had the pleasure of interviewing Beth Hart over Zoom video!The Grammy-nominated vocalist Beth Hart has been gearing up for the release of her “Black Dog” music video for months, but unfortunately for undisclosed reasons, she isn’t able to include the audio. Never one to withhold from her fans, Hart decided to release the video anyway – just without the audio – in what may be the first ever “silent” music video release. Directed by Greg Watermann, the “Black Dog” music video comes on the heels of Hart’s latest album ‘A Tribute To Led Zeppelin,’ which pays tribute to on...2022-05-0456 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Eric KrasnoWe had the pleasure of interviewing Eric Krasno over Zoom video!The idea of “losing yourself” may seem negative, but to Grammy-award winning guitarist Eric Krasno, the phrase has a deeper meaning. Featuring head-nodding handclaps, horns from Jazz Mafia, and a funkified bass line drive, Krasno’s new single “Lost Myself”. Featured on his new solo album, ‘Always’ is filled with songs like “Lost Myself,” which consecrate, commend, and celebrates the permanence of family.On ‘Always’ – across ten tracks with inimitable instrumentation, eloquent songcraft, and raw honesty – the Soulive and Lettuce co-founder, singer, multi-instrumentalist, and two-time GRAMMY® Award...2022-02-1753 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Casey Cavaliere of The Wonder Years and The Record Process PodcastWe had the pleasure of interviewing Casey Cavaliere of The Wonder Years and The Record Process Podcast over Zoom video!Season 2 of The Record Process brings Casey Cavaliere, along with his True Level Studio partners Tom Conran (Audio Engineer / Producer) and Adam Ackerman (Songwriter / Multi-Instrumentalist), on a journey to explore every phase of the creative process behind making records in the studio and at home. The Record Process aims to build out in-depth discussions revolving around key insights and experiences from other musicians, producers, recording artists, and studio owners - some guests this season include Derek Sa...2022-02-071h 20
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Logan LynnWe had the pleasure of interviewing Logan Lynn over Zoom video! Logan Lynn is a songwriter, producer, filmmaker, television personality and activist who Billboard writes “has made a career out of crafting catchy, disorderly songs that almost all include big beats, fun melodies and cheeky lyrics”.He has been producing and releasing music for the past two decades, and has albums and singles on Caroline Records, EMI Records, The Dandy Warhols’ Beat The World Records, Greyday Records, Mohr Media, Banana Stand Records, his own label imprint Logan Lynn Music, and now (finally!), Kill Rock Stars.In...2021-12-2237 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Russell HowardWe had the pleasure of interviewing Russel Howard over Zoom video! Best recognized as the Grammy Nominated & ASCAP Award-Winning Composer with the most placements on TV + Film to date. Now 19 years sober, he is a huge advocate in the recovery space, and will celebrate his 20-year-sobriety anniversary on March 29, 2021.As seen on Andy Cohen, Forbes, NY Times, Variety, Billboard and more, Howard has been highly decorated for his work that appears on MTV, ABC, and CNBC on shows like Keeping Up With the Kardashians and The Bachelorette, for his collaborations alongside Hollywood’s most notable producers such...2021-12-0657 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with John R. MillerWe had the pleasure of interviewing John R. Miller over Zoom video! Emerging singer-songwriter and guitarist John R. Miller released his debut solo album Depreciated, July 16 on historic record label, Rounder Records!Depreciated blends a vast array of classic sounds from countrypolitan and swamp rock to the Tulsa sound, which attracted multiple Grammy nominee Justin Francis (Leon Bridges, Kacey Musgraves, Margo Price) and renowned guitarist Adam Meisterhans to produce the album. Miller was signed after a moment of industry serendipity: another producer walked past the studio where Francis was mixing the album, and was so impressed w...2021-09-3028 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Alex Orange DrinkWe had the pleasure of interviewing Alex Orange Drink over Zoom video! Brooklyn-based songwriter Alex Orange Drink, the solo moniker for Alex Zarou Levine of The So So Glos, is excited to present “Oxytocin (Luv Buzz),” the second track to be lifted from the Friday, September 17 release of his sophomore album titled Everything Is Broken, Maybe That’s O.K. (pre-order). On the upcoming album, Alex explores personal subjects, including grappling with a rare and life-threatening disorder, heartbreak, never-ending teenage angst, and broken political systems. Half of the album was recorded before the pandemic in a party-like atmosphere – with basic tracking ca...2021-09-0235 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with KentöWe had the pleasure of interviewing Kentö over Zoom video! NY-based multilingual singer, songwriter and producer, Kentö, recently released his single "Silhouette".Alongside the single release will be a breathtaking music video, paying homage to art films from the 90s and early surrealist cinema, directed by Kentö himself. (This isn’t the first time he’s sat in the director's chair [Billboard].) Kentö has been creating his own music for the past 8 years, developing songs that tell stories about his own life experiences, and the inspiration for this song came to fruition while watching Olympics interviews; “I saw Adam...2021-08-1827 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with AFIWe had the pleasure of interviewing Hunter Burgan of AFI over Zoom video! AFI's unshakeable connection with their audience is a testament to the band's knack for reinvention, renewal, and exploration, anchored by an unblemished authenticity. AFI songs are embedded in the spiritual DNA of a legion of supporters, and these new songs are further demonstration of AFI's unwavering commitment to artistic exploration, a dark conjuration of an uncapturable muse. The band initially summoned a steady subcultural groundswell in the mid-90s, devoid of careerist ambitions. The band first made music as teenaged misfits in an o...2021-07-021h 04
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Breaking In A SequenceWe had the pleasure of interviewing Breaking In A Sequence over Zoom video! Breaking In A Sequence, the hard rock band featuring former Korn drummer David Silveria, has released an explosive new video for their cover of Faith No More’s “Midlife Crisis.” Featured on the band’s debut EP ‘Acronym,’ the song and accompanying video pay tribute to the seminal ‘90s alt rockers, who vocalist Rich Nguyen says “had a major impact on all of us – David and me, specifically.” To properly pay homage to the original video, the Southern California-based rockers teamed up with director/producer Mat...2021-06-2851 min
Bringin' it Backwards2020 Final Audio Gone Gone BeyondWe had the pleasure of interviewing Gone Gone Beyond over Zoom video! There is an indescribable dynamic that occurs when the four members of Gone Gone Beyond are creating together. Each player of this musical hybrid family – comprised of multi-instrumentalists/singer-songwriters David Block (Los Angeles/NYC), Danny Musengo (Iowa/NYC), Kat Factor (Santa Cruz) and Mel Semé (Cuba/Barcelona) – brings a unique and diverse perspective on sound, culture, and life to the project. The synergy is magical. On their sophomore full-length album, 2030, Gone Gone Beyond delivers an urgent message of hope and change for our planet set against their...2021-06-2840 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Loose EndsWe had the pleasure of interviewing Loose Ends over Zoom video! Long Beach pop-punk outfit Loose Ends have announced the release of their dynamic new video for ‘Love In Heartache’ off of their 2021 release ‘Tell God You Were Framed’ slated for a release later this year.Finding a silver lining in an ever-evolving world of turmoil and upset is something humankind has seemed to forget how to do. Loose Ends is here to tighten that thought up. “Love In Heartache explores the intoxicating struggle to get away from something we know is bad for us, but some...2021-06-2743 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Maggie AndrewWe had the pleasure of interviewing Maggie Andrew over Zoom video! LA-based pop artist, songwriter and creator, Maggie Andrew, has released part 2 of her 3-part trilogy, “ILMIHM,” out now. This trilogy is an in-depth musical, visual and emotional experience, inspired by her own life, that will introduce fans to a world they can immerse themselves in. Directed by Grammy nominated director, Andy Hines [Kanye West, Lizzo, Logic, Luke Combs], “ILMIHM” comes fresh off the release of "Honda Civic" part 1 of the MAGGIE ANDREW TRILOGY.Throughout this trilogy, we will see a female reclaim her trauma and use her da...2021-06-2747 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Light The TorchWe had the pleasure of interviewing Howard Jones of Light The Torch over Zoom video! Time fortifies the bonds between us. Since emerging in 2018, Light The Torch have grown stronger in lockstep together as a band and as friends. Through this growth, the Los Angeles, CA trio—Howard Jones [vocals], Francesco Artusato [guitar], and Ryan Wombacher [bass]—only enhanced every aspect of their signature sound. Upheld by head-spinning seven-string virtuosity, yet also anchored to skyscraping melodies, the group crafted twelve no-nonsense and no-holds-barred metallic anthems on their 2021 second full-length album, You Will Be The Death of Me [Nuclear Blast]....2021-06-2647 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Jake ScottWe had the pleasure of interviewing Jake Scott over Zoom video! Jake Scott releases his eight-track project titled Goldenboy, a record that taps a top-shelf collection of pop’s hottest collaborators, including Noah Conrad (Ashe, Niall Horan, LANY), Rob Moose (Bon Iver, Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers), Josh Kerr (Kelsea Ballerini, Camilo Cabello, Little Big Town), Martin Johnson (Boys Like Girls, Jason Derulo), Brandon Paddock (Avril Lavigne, Christina Perri), John Greenham (Billie Eilish, Finneas, Cautious Clay) and Chad Copelin (Train, Third Eye Blind). Raised in a rural Southern household, Scott breaks the stereotypical mold by vulnerably shedding the tr...2021-06-2548 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Polo & PanWe had the pleasure of interviewing Paul Armand-Delille (Polo) of Polo & Pan over Zoom video! Parisian duo Polo & Pan have released their second full length album Cyclorama, featuring 14 tracks fitting for summer. The timeless band fine tunes their sound on Cyclorama, vibrantly exploring themes like transcendence, life, and death with a matured combination of dance, techno, disco, and psychedelia. The album’s lead single that arrived earlier this year, “Ani Kuni,” is growing rapidly, crossing top 40 at French airplay and already at over 5 million streams in less than two months. The album also features three songs from the band’s 20...2021-06-2552 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Del Water GapWe had the pleasure of interviewing Del Water Gap over Zoom video! Del Water Gap aka S. Holden Jaffe released a new single “Sorry I Am” via Mom + Pop Music, his debut release on the label. The deeply confessional track is accompanied by an alluring music video filmed in a picturesque desert in Joshua Tree directed by Angela Ricciardi. “Sorry I Am” follows his breakout 2020 track “Ode To A Conversation Stuck In Your Throat,” which racked up over 5.2 million streams on Spotify alone. It was the soundtrack to actors Margaret Qualley and Kaitlyn Dever’s summer pandemic dance party, and earn...2021-06-2534 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with WeathersWe had the pleasure of interviewing Weathers over Zoom video! Vocalist Cameron Boyer, guitarist Cameron Olsen, bassist Brennen Bates, and drummer Cole Carson create finely crafted, introspective pop songs heavily inspired by the alternative culture of the 80s, 90s and 00s. The band came together in 2015, largely through social media. Boyer and Bates met through a Facebook message responding to a post searching for a bassist. Carson auditioned through videos on YouTube, after an intro from Boyer’s father, who had played in a band with his dad when they were in High School. Olsen came aboa...2021-06-2534 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Kim CameronWe had the pleasure of interviewing Kim Cameron over Zoom video! Kim Cameron and her collective international players Side FX is a high-energy, 2-time Top 20 Billboard chart-topping deep house sound with placements on Billboard Dance Club, Hot AC, AC, CMJ, AAA, DJ Times, FMQB music charts. International SingerKim Cameron, who performed twice for the NFL (Giants, Redskins) to over 75,000, performed for the National League (Marlins Baseball), toured across the U.S., Caribbean & across Europe and China. She was also asked to perform at the Xiamen Music Festival in China, receiving an International Exchange Award being the on...2021-06-2425 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Olivia LunnyWe had the pleasure of interviewing Olivia Lunny over Zoom video! 22-year-old Canadian pop artist Olivia Lunny will be releasing her anticipated debut album on July 9th (via her Universal Music imprint label).Olivia's album came together with the help of renowned songwriters and producers including Tommy Brown (Ariana Grande, Meghan Trainor), Melanie Fontana (BTS, Justin Bieber, Dua Lipa), Whitney Phillips (Christina Aguilera, Celine Dion), Boi-1da (Rihanna, Lana Del Rey), YogiTheProducer (Kehlani, Jessie Reyez). For a taste, check out Olivia's first two singles which have already earned her support from iHeart Radio, NYLON, Line of Best Fit, Sweety...2021-06-2340 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Valerie BroussardWe had the pleasure of interviewing Valerie Broussard over Zoom video! Platinum-certified singer, songwriter and powerhouse vocalist Valerie Broussard has today released the official music video for her single “Iris,” a breathtaking rendition of the Goo Goo Dolls classic. Click HERE to watch. Inspired by a favorite lyric from the song, the video finds Valerie floating through the galaxy alone gazing down at the world below her. “The Goo Goo Dolls music video for ‘Iris’ is the first I ever truly fell in love with,” Valerie shared. “When making my own video, I wanted to give...2021-06-2234 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with WaxflowerWe had the pleasure of interviewing Waxflower over Zoom video! Fresh from releasing a trio of standout singles that saw them conquer their debut headline shows in February 2020, including a sold-out hometown performance, Waxflower returned in June with their hard-hitting single, ‘Sixteen Floors’. Released alongside the announcement of their signing to independent European label Rude Records (Saves The Day, Gideon, Blood Youth, Sleep On It), ‘Sixteen Floors’ clocked up support from international heavyweights Kerrang! and Rock Sound, as well as being named the ‘Next Big Thing’ by HMV.In September, Waxflower followed up with a powerfully poignant stripped...2021-06-2128 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Brooke StephensonWe had the pleasure of interviewing Brooke Stephenson over Zoom video! Based in Los Angeles, singer-songwriter Brooke Stephenson tells stories that draw you in with beautifully compelling lyrics and dynamic melodies. Raised on musicians like Bonnie Raitt and Susan Tedeschi, Brooke’s voice and music are like “gumbo”, with one foot rooted in her love of Americana music, she incorporates a mix of country, soul, rock, and blues. Brooke’s storytelling brings songs to life, captivating audiences with powerful vocal performances, and holding their focus through delicate, vulnerable moments.In 2019, after earning a spot on Kelly Clarkson’...2021-06-2129 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with HamishWe had the pleasure of interviewing Hamish over Zoom video! Hamish is the artistic counterpart to guitarist and songwriter Matthew Benthall. With producer Trey Kams at the helm, the two friends created an entity built on musical stylistic experiments that pull from each of their respective influences. Hamish is a blend of uncanny sounds derived from hip-hop, R&B and dance with elements of jazz, indie and lo-fi. Matt’s writing confronts his identity, his artistic place amongst the American zeitgeist as both an immigrant and a child of two nationalities, and his relationships with love and infatuation.2021-06-2045 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Bhi BhimanWe had the pleasure of interviewing Bhi Bhiman over Zoom audio! Singer-songwriter and guitarist Bhi Bhiman doesn't need much to ignite a fury of fascinating expressions; only the simplest of recording set-ups of guitar and vocal mics plugged into his laptop. Yet, even with such simplicity, he projects a towering voice that so urgently grabs your attention, you hang onto every word he sings. Bhiman's latest recording, Substitute Preacher 2, features a new set of mesmerizing acoustic covers in a series that follows his wildly popular 2013 EP (volume 1) of the same name. Fans will be treated to Bhiman's truly ori...2021-06-191h 01
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with RebelutionWe had the pleasure of interviewing Rebelution over Zoom video! Rebelution –one of the most successful reggae bands of the 21st century – has released their highly anticipated seventh studio album, In The Moment, as a joint venture between the band’s 87 Music label and NYC-based Easy Star Records. The band has released three previous singles including “Satisfied” and “Old School Feeling.” and “Heavy As Lead.” Recorded remotely in the midst of the pandemic, In The Moment is deliberate and wide-ranging, infusing the quartet’s soulful, exhilarating brand of modern reggae with addictive pop hooks, alt-rock grit, and hip-hop grooves. The performan...2021-06-1838 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with TILIANWe had the pleasure of interviewing Tilian over Zoom video! Tilian is ready to start anew. The Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer has been an unstoppable force in the alt-rock scene since 2007, a master of memorable melodies and more experimental flourishes, both in his solo efforts and as the lead vocalist and guitarist for a number of bands. But 2021’s Factory Reset, his fourth solo album and second on Rise Records, is more him than anything he’s ever done before. This is the first time Tilian’s tackled nearly every aspect of the record himself, and it’s...2021-06-1856 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Olivia MorrealeWe had the pleasure of interviewing Olivia Morreale over Zoom video! Los Angeles-based artist/songwriter/producer Olivia Morreale released her new EP, ‘SPACE DREAMS.’ The 4-track project includes previous singles, “NO ANSWER,” “PARASOMNIA” and “Another Moon,” as well as a brand new track titled “Matter of Time.”Created in close collaboration with fellow songwriter and producer Eli Koskoff, Olivia Morreale’s ‘SPACE DREAMS’ EP is an electrifying listen from start to finish. Olivia revolts against genre limitations, drawing from a myriad of influences ranging from classic jazz to electronica, alt-R&B to 70s-era funk, and soul to bedroom pop, while still cra...2021-06-1822 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with The CushWe had the pleasure of interviewing The Cush over Zoom video! Mad Bunny Records proudly releases Riders In the Stardust Gold, the latest from Indie rock band, The Cush. This is the band’s six release and their first with Mad Bunny Records. The album features six original songs, all of which were written by band co-founders, husband and wife Burette and Gabrielle Douglas. The music was recorded in their hometown Fort Worth, Texas primarily at Empire Sound Studio by David Castell and Jerry Hudson at Eagle Audio. All six tracks - “Haters”, “Beneath the Lines”, “Chariots of Smog”, “Ajna...2021-06-1731 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with EmanuelWe had the pleasure of interviewing Emanuel over Zoom video! One of the most anticipated debut R&B albums of the past year, Emanuel’s full-length project ALT THERAPY has been unveiled to the world today via Motown Records & Universal Music Canada. Before the world experienced moments of great upheaval and change this past year, an unknown new artist in Canada, a son of Ethiopian immigrants, had unknowingly written music that was prophetic to the times. His debut single, the emotionally stirring “Need You”, was released as the global pandemic struck, resonating with people around the world w...2021-06-1726 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with iNTeLLWe had the pleasure of interviewing iNTeLL over Zoom video! iNTeLL, mastermind behind 2ND GENERATION WU, son of Wu-Tang Clan's U-God, and carrier of the legendary hip hop collective's creative torch, ponders an important philosophical and theoretical question with producer DLP on his new album Computers For The Hood.The record aims to unite old-school with new school, featuring guest spots from hip-hop legends Method Man, Del tha Funkee Homosapien, R.A. The Rugged Man, among others.The journey to Computers For The Hood was a long and arduous one for iNTeLL, as he wa...2021-06-1652 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Kaelin KostWe had the pleasure of interviewing Kaelin Kost over Zoom video! Kaelin Kost is a Brooklyn-based artist and songwriter with an instantly recognizable vocal tone that commands the attention of her listeners from the first note.Growing up in Pittsburgh, she spent her formative years performing in local bands and honing her creative writing and visual art skills. Until recently, Kaelin had worked professionally as a print designer, where her works have been featured on runways during New York and Australian fashion weeks and worn by celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Victoria Justice.Having wowed...2021-06-1533 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with The Private LanguageWe had the pleasure of interviewing Blake Lewis and KJ Sawka of The Private Language over Zoom video!
In one of the most uniquely offbeat collaborations of the year, celebrated pop singer Blake Lewis joins forces with EDM’s most accomplished drummer producer KJ Sawka to form The Private Language, a new project that combines cutting edge electropop, indie dance and future funk into one irresistible package. Their boldly unexpected debut single is a fresh take on the Tears For Fears smash ‘Everybody Wants To Rule The World’, spinning the classic songcraft of the original with state of the...2021-06-151h 01
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Monique NikkoleWe had the pleasure of interviewing Monique Nikkole over Zoom video!
Brooklyn, NY songstress Monique Nikkole and H-Town heavy hitter Lil Flip sparked magic with their combined talents for the new single “Red Bottoms And Lingerie”.
The chemistry between Monique Nikkole and Lil Flip is electric on this track and overflows on screen in the official music video! The anticipated new video features a fresh remixed remastered new version!! The new version was recently released with an official music video on all platforms!!
"Red Bottoms And Lingerie" is a pivotal song for Monique Nikk...2021-06-1424 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Tarah Who?We had the pleasure of interviewing Tarah Who? over Zoom video!
Tarah Who? well, “she” equals “they,” and “they’re” a power duo masterminded by grunge-punk front-woman Tarah Carpenter, who channels explosive emotionality into rousing anthems alongside drummer/backing vocalist Coralie Hervé. Tarah Who? are set to release their new single “Illusion of Freedom” co-produced by Jason Orme (guitarist for Alanis Morissette) and Tarah, following the success of their 2020 EP “64 Women.” This EP was dedicated to 64 women who were detained in an immigration detention center in downtown LA on November 19, 2014 alongside Tarah herself. This powerful theme of immigration is somethin...2021-06-1228 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Ruth B.We had the pleasure of interviewing Ruth B. over Zoom video!
25-year-old multi-platinum Ethiopian-Canadian singer and songwriter Ruth B. is excited to share her new album Moments In Between, executive produced by Patrick Wimberly (Beyonce, Solange, Blood Orange, Ellie Goulding), on Downtown Records / The Orchard. Moments In Between is a raw emotional accounting of the anxieties and uncertainty Ruth faces as a woman in her mid-twenties, giving voice to her inner strife via warm vocals, shapeshifting textures, and hazy harmonies.
The new album serves as the follow-up to Ruth’s gold-certified 2017 debut Safe Haven – a crit...2021-06-1229 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Valerie BroussardWe had the pleasure of interviewing Valerie Broussard over Zoom video!
Platinum-certified singer, songwriter and powerhouse vocalist Valerie Broussard has today released “Iris,” a breathtaking rendition of The Goo Goo Dolls classic broken down to stark piano and strings.
“Iris” is the first official single off Valerie’s forthcoming debut EP Voyager due out this fall. It also marks the second time she’s crossed paths with The Goo Goo Dolls after singing on “Money, Fame & Fortune” off their latest album Miracle Pill.
“‘Iris’ is one of my favorite songs of all time and the first mus...2021-06-1236 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Jesse RoyalWe had the pleasure of interviewing Jesse Royal over Zoom video!
Jesse Royal - one of Jamaica’s most charismatic young stars - releases his sophomore album Royal via Easy Star Records. The singer-songwriter has been a key player in the island’s current reggae movement along with his contemporaries Chronixx, Protoje, and Koffee, and returns this summer with his modern take on the genre.
On Royal, Jesse’s messages are rich and conscious, possessing the fervor of reggae and Rastafari at its core while mixing in elements from a multitude of genres.
Jesse...2021-06-1135 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Frankie PineTogether with American Songwriter and Sean Ulbs of The Eiffels, we had the pleasure of interviewing Frankie Pine over Zoom video!
Frankie Pine, who works under the banner Whirly Girl Music, is an award-winning music supervisor creating memorable, provocative, and engaging soundtracks for high-profile film and television projects. Her most recent work can be seen in the Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award-nominated series, ‘The Flight Attendant’ starring Kaley Cuoco, ABC’s new series ‘Big Sky’and Amazon Studios’ feature film ‘Sylvie's Love’starring Tessa Thompson.
Her diverse work spans multiple genres, from popular te...2021-06-1136 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Matt Lutz of Music BenefactorsWe had the pleasure of interviewing Matt Lutz, the founder and CEO of Music Benefactors over Zoom video!
Music Benefactors is a brand new company, taking a whole new approach to SEC registered crowdfunding with a sole focus on the music industry. Recording artists and independent music businesses are able to raise capital for new projects and monetize catalogs by partnering with fans and investors. Recording artists, indie labels, music publishers, venues and other music businesses are able to use the platform to further connect with fans. Unlike traditional crowdfunding, fans and investors share the income that...2021-06-1032 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Mekka DonWe had the pleasure of interviewing Mekka Don over Zoom video!
Mekka Don makes his highly anticipated return to music today with "Still Dope," an anthem of unity and upliftment highlighting the brilliance of Black lives.
Produced by Tha Audio Unit, Mekka Don captures a message of unapologetic self-love and a call-to-action of perseverance amid oppression and discrimination; racist systemic forces made to deter Black people from the light, love, and happiness that everyone has a human right to enjoy. Serving a music comeback filled with purpose and passion, Mekka Don cites the...2021-06-0926 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Rachel BaimanWe had the pleasure of interviewing Rachel Baiman over Zoom video!
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, indie-folk artist Rachel Baiman spoke with Good Morning America about why she turns to music and art when her mental health is suffering and the five songs that make her feel better, here: instagram.com/p/CPIe_Y5LlaC
On her forthcoming ‘Cycles’ album (6.11 via Signature Sounds), Baiman dissects and empathizes with the mental cycles of individuals and today (5.24), she illuminates what that looks like for her own self-worth with a perf...2021-06-0744 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Major MurphyWe had the pleasure of interviewing Major Murphy over Zoom audio!
Today, Major Murphy — Jacob Bullard (guitar, vocals), Jacki Warren (bass, vocals), Brian Voortman (drums), and Chad Houseman (guitar, keys, percussion) — share Access, their second album for Winspear. Waxahatchee’s Katie Crutchfield says Access is “an album to blast at an unruly volume to soundtrack an experience one might have standing at that crossroads,” and it’s a record that exudes melodic exhilaration and earnest feeling while tackling adult themes of parenting, accountability, and building a sustainable artistic life.
Listen to and order&nb...2021-06-0640 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Exit 216We had the pleasure of interviewing Exit 216 over Zoom video!
Exit 216, the duo comprised of hit songwriter Steven Battey ("One Number Away" by Luke Combs, “Sugar” by Flo Rida, “Buzzin” by Mann) and Cole Burkett, has teamed up with songwriter and artist Nikki Williams on their new single, “Robbery".
Produced by David Mescone and co-written by Steven Battey, Nikki Williams, and David Mescone, “Robbery” is about carrying the unique and unmistakable style of confidence. Williams, Battey, and Burkett sing of entering and commanding a r...2021-06-0636 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with TWO LANES // PanamaWe had the pleasure of interviewing TWO LANES and Panama over Zoom video!
We invite you to watch the official music video for ‘Rolling Back,’ the intercontinental collab between Berlin’s TWO LANES and Australia’s Panama. Directed by filmmaker Matthew Thorne, the film adds a striking visual narrative to the song’s smooth and classy musical groove. The film is about the many artists who have performed in Berlin and perhaps even called it home for a while. It was shot during a time when those performances and that life of the city hasn’t been possible.2021-06-0652 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Casey ConroyWe had the pleasure of interviewing Casey Conroy over Zoom video!
Looking toward the future, Casey Conroy knows if music doesn’t tell the truth - it’s not worth making, noting of her process, “I’m not interested in glamorizing myself just for the sake of being glamorous. It’s really important for me to reflect and make music about real people and real things.” With this vision in tow, as well as Earmilk and OnesToWatch features, Conroy is continuing her glowy indie pop journey after well received single “Say It” dropped late 2020. Produced and written alongside collab...2021-06-0435 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Juna N JoeyWe had the pleasure of interviewing Juna N Joey over Zoom video!
Juna N Joey are a brother/sister Country Pop Duo from West Palm Beach, FL, singer/songwriters (Think Modern Day Carpenters meets Lady A/Dan + Shay). The duo's popularity exploded organically by posting covers on YouTube with over 7 million collective views. The attention has provided a steady stream of inquiries for collaborations from MattyBRaps, Sky Katz (Disney Star), German star Sina-Drums. The offers keep pouring in from industry executives and major record labels alike. One producer was...2021-06-0426 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with John RobertsWe had the pleasure of interviewing John Roberts over Zoom video!
EMMY nominated TV star, LGBTQ icon, comedian and nu-disco electronic artist John Roberts, best known as the voice of the lovable Linda Belcher on the hit TV show Bob's Burgers, released his debut album, Lights Out (via X-Bop). Produced by Junior Sanchez, it features guest appearances from Debbie Harry, Beth Ditto and babydaddy (Scissor Sisters).
John previously released two singles off Lights Out with accompanying music videos. Featuring Debbie Harry of Blondie, "Lights Out", also has a trippy animated video directed and animated by...2021-06-0431 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with RozziWe had the pleasure of interviewing Rozzi over Zoom video!
A-based soul-pop powerhouse Rozzi embraces new beginnings with the announcement of her Hymn For Tomorrow EP -- the first installment of a new full-length body of work coming later this year. Harnessing this positive trajectory, she has revealed a brand new Run Lola Run-inspired music video featuring Alex Wolff (Hereditary, Jumanji, Cat And The Moon, and soon to be released Old) for her latest single “Hymn For Tomorrow”. Known for her arresting pop swagger and heart wrenchingly cand...2021-06-0437 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Anna ShoemakerWe had the pleasure of interviewing Anna Shoemaker over Zoom video!
Anna Shoemaker is a Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter. Originally hailing from Philadelphia, the 26-year-old first made her mark as a Soundcloud sensation with her viral mashup of Kendrick Lamar’s “Bitch Don’t Kill My Vibe” and Chance the Rapper's “Cocoa Butter Kisses,” which she recorded on her bedroom floor. The song, which now has over 892K streams, caught the attention of fashion mogul SteveMadden, who signed her to his record label, 5Towns Records. Her debut EP, 'EastSide,' was produced by GRAMMY-nominated producer JT Daly and released in 2018....2021-06-0420 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with CindersWe had the pleasure of interviewing Cinders over Zoom video!
Salt Lake City indie-pop-rock trio (and three best friends) Cinders recently released their rowdy new single “Growing Up”. Doused in melodic hooks and nostalgia for younger years, the track highlights the trials and tribulations of getting older, the societal and self-imposed pressures of adulthood, and the struggle of not losing yourself in the process. “Growing Up” is available on all DSPs.
Growing up can be hard at times. The nostalgia of being a kid has been on our minds a lot lately. No bills, no jobs, no...2021-06-0329 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with GryffinWe had the pleasure of interviewing Gryffin over Zoom video!
L.A.-based artist/producer Gryffin has just unveiled a new single entitled “Best Is Yet To Come” with buzzing California singer Kyle Reynolds. Released via Darkroom / Interscope Records, Gryffin once again crafts the ultimate summer anthem with an engaging electronic soundscape heightened by Kyle’s soaring delivery and powerful hooks. The track and accompanying video showcase the promise of an endless summer as the world comes back to life. “Best Is Yet To Come” is available now via all digital retailers.
Earlier this year, Gryffin te...2021-06-0229 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Amythyst KiahWe had the pleasure of interviewing Amythyst Kiah over Zoom video!
Amythyst Kiah Earns Three 2021 Americana Music Award Nominations and Joins Jason Isbell and Valerie June as Most-Nominated Artist This Year
Nominated for Emerging Act of the Year and Song of the Year for “Black Myself” + Duo/Group of the Year with Our Native Daughters
Congratulations to Amythyst Kiah, who has earned three 2021 Americana Music Award nominations. She’s nominated for Emerging Act of the Year and Song of the Year, for the solo rendition of her Grammy-nominated song “Bl...2021-06-0242 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Cmagic5We had the pleasure of interviewing Cmagic5 over Zoom video!
Rising teen talent, Cmagic5 is a young emerging high-octane and soulful Canadian vocal artist from Toronto, who started humming even before talking. At the age of 4, she began her musical journey performing in musical theater, dance performances, and vocal competitions. By the age of 10, she had already written, composed, and produced her own songs. At 16, she completed her classical vocal training from the world-renowned Royal Conservatory and is a vocal mentor to the Gen Z. She is also an advocate and ambassador for mental health awareness. Cmagic5’s...2021-06-0128 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Naomi CowanWe had the pleasure of interviewing Naomi Cowan over Zoom video!
Naomi Cowan, is no stranger to the world of music and entertainment as she is a child of reggae royalty. The youngest of seven siblings, she was born & raised in Kingston, Jamaica under the mentorship of her parents Tommy Cowan, OD (reggae music producer, songwriter & former road manager for Bob Marley) & Carlene Davis OD (international reggae vocalist). Touted as one of the Caribbean’s top rising female artists, Cowan was recognized as the Breakthrough Reggae Artist of 2018 at the 2019 Jamaica Reggae In...2021-05-3139 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with MilianoWe had the pleasure of interviewing Miliano over Zoom video!
Uruguayan-artist Miliano recently dropped his first release of 2021, "Runaway".
Miliano (born Maximiliano Cohan) is a guitar player, singer/songwriter born in Harlem, NY but spent his formative years in Uruguay. Now based in Miami, the young artist has solidified himself in the underground scene with a slow but steady output of releases, garnering New Music Friday features in 9 countries, including countries in North America, the EU and Africa.
Drawing...2021-05-3125 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with CommunionsWe had the pleasure of interviewing Communions over Zoom video!
Revered for building euphoric, atmospheric worlds of sound, Communions have released their sophomore full length Pure Fabrication on Tambourhinoceros. The Danish rockers’ new record effortlessly straddles the cerebral and the visceral, marrying abrasive punk sensibilities from the artistic underground of Copenhagen’s Mayhem scene with anthemic indie- and pop-rock.
Introducing the theme of self-understanding which is at the center of Communions’ new collection, the new single goes one layer deeper, meditating on how one’s identity is embedded and intertwined within history and cult...2021-05-2930 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with WilderadoWe had the pleasure of interviewing Wilderado over Zoom video!
Tulsa Indie-rock trio Wilderado has released their new single “Head Right” – available to stream on all DSPs via Bright Antenna Records. A confident and boisterous slice of rock n’ roll, “Head Right” builds on what the band does best – combining soaring melodies with lush three-part harmonies – and is the first new song released from their forthcoming debut album, due out later this year.
Produced by Angelo Petraglia (Kings of Leon, Patty Griffin) and Chad Copelin (Sufjan Stevens, LANY), “Head Right” is the first taste of new music f...2021-05-2841 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with DARAWe had the pleasure of interviewing DARA over Zoom video!
DARA is one of the biggest popstars in Bulgaria. Thanks to her alluring charisma, exciting personality and distinctive voice, she is part of the country's biggest music label Virginia Records since 2016. With over 60 million views on of her videos and 8 singles so far, all her tracks have been #1 in the Official Airplay Chart in Bulgaria. She has worked with top music producers like Chris Young, Jungleboi and Yoad Nevo, who works with artists such as Rihanna, G-Eazy, Kylie Minogue, Cara Delevigne, The Black Eyed Peas and Rod...2021-05-2737 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Jesse Barnett of Trade WindWe had the pleasure of interviewing Jesse Barnett of Trade Wind over Zoom video!
Trade Wind are a band with one very clear directive: anything goes. Formed in 2013 as a means of exploring sounds and styles outside of their main projects, the group—made up of Jesse Barnett (guitar/vocals), Tom Williams (guitar), Andrew McEnaney (drums), and Randy LeBoeuf (bass)—have prioritized unfettered creativity above all else, channeling their four distinct musical personalities into an exciting catalog full of contrasts and contradictions. Now with the release of their third full-length, The Day We Got What We Dese...2021-05-271h 22
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with DispatchWe had the pleasure of interviewing Dispatch over Zoom video!
Celebrated roots rock band Dispatch have announced the release of their anticipated 8th studio album Break Our Fall out May 28th on Bomber Records/AWAL Recordings. Marking the band’s eighth studio release, the songs on this record speak not only to Chadwick Stokes’ and Brad Corrigan’s personal evolution, but to human nature itself, charting a course from denial and resistance to growth and acceptance through deep introspection and empathetic character studies. For Stokes and Corrigan, the only constant these past few years has been change – marriage...2021-05-2644 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with MaashoWe had the pleasure of interviewing Maasho over Zoom video!
Suburban Rockstar Maasho makes a comeback with his pop-rock anthem “Sad Machine.” After six months of cultivating new music with pop and rock production styles, this single is the first glimpse into his 10-song album ABESWRLD.
This song expresses a two-sided environment for both party animals who want to scream the lyrics at the top of their lungs, and wallflowers who find themselves alone in the bathroom with the sad machine pointed at them. The relationship between the lyrics and production creates a wavering atmosphere of b...2021-05-2625 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with LivingmoreWe had the pleasure of interviewing Livingmore over Zoom video!
Rising Los Angeles-based female-fronted alternative rock band Livingmore has released their sophomore full-length studio album Take Me, via Nomad Eel Records.
Anchored by glossy guitar and under the glow of neon keys, Livingmore convert kinetic motion into instantly irresistible rock anthems that shimmer, shine, and soar all at once. The quartet—Alex Moore [vocals/guitar], Spencer Livingston [guitar/vocals], Mike Schadel [drums/keys], and Rodrigo Moreno [bass]—is ready to move listeners more than ever with Take Me. Produced by Schadeland mixed and...2021-05-2545 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with apobWe had the pleasure of interviewing apob over Zoom video!
Aaron O’Brien (known as apob) is a multi-instrumentalist, writer and producer. Growing up in a small town in upstate New York, he began experimenting with music in local bands while teaching himself a variety of instruments. Curious at the concept of playing all the instruments in a band at once, he began experimenting with sampling punk, soul and hip hop, and eventually taught himself how to produce — affirming the notion of playing all the instruments at once.
After 9th Wonder showed interest in his prod...2021-05-2425 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with The Blue StonesWe had the pleasure of interviewing The Blue Stones over Zoom video!
When Tarek Jafar and Justin Tessier formed The Blue Stones, they were facing uncertainty about who they were and where they were going. But they did know they wanted to make music together, and so they did, writing songs over time and eventually releasing their debut album Black Holes in 2018. As confident and self-assured as they are, that record was very much about the pair finding themselves, both musically and existentially, and deciding to pursue the rock’n’roll dream by jumping into a black hole of...2021-05-2439 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Timid, the BraveWe had the pleasure of interviewing Timid, the Brave over Zoom video!
Timid, the Brave is the solo moniker for Canadian songwriter Tim Selles. His 2011 self-titled debut EP, recorded with Scott Orr of Other Songs, was named one of iTunes Canada’s “Best Of” that year. After growing somewhat tired of the grind of solo performances and simple recordings, Selles recruited a handful of other Hamilton musicians to lend their talents to 2017’s LP, Firesale.
The forthcoming record, Vuja De, builds on that communal transition, featuring Nate Wall (King Park) on drums and percussi...2021-05-2339 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Eric RyanWe had the pleasure of interviewing Eric Ryan over Zoom video!
For Toronto-based Alt-R&B singer-songwriter Eric Ryan, it all started with a guitar, YouTube and impressing a girl.
At age 12, the resourceful crooner taught himself how to play the instrument through video tutorials and although the relationship didn’t pan out, a seed of curiosity was planted.
In his early 20s, Ryan found himself embarking on his musical journey, one that he is actively honing today with his already masterful blend of alternative, R&B, neo-soul and lo-fi influences.&nb...2021-05-2121 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Tim Lopez aka Timothy HowlsWe had the pleasure of interviewing Tim Lopez aka Timothy Howls over Zoom video!
Santa Barbara-born, Austin-based singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Tim Lopez is excited to unveil his new solo project under the moniker Timothy Howls. After writing dozens of songs, performing thousands of sold-out gigs, igniting several multiplatinum anthems and receiving two GRAMMY Award nominations with Plain White T’s, the artist has uncovered another side of himself with his remarkable independent debut EP, The Rubble (out May 21st). Today, he introduces this body of work with the Adrian Quesada-produced (Black Pumas) and Jim Eno-mixed (Sp...2021-05-2042 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Leo The KindWe had the pleasure of interviewing Leo The Kind over Zoom video!
Leo The Kindsure as hell is not wasting any time or energy on any “fake love” and neither should you. Showcasing the first single off his forthcoming album, ‘Sorry Mrs. Jackson,’ Leo Demands serious listeners in “Fake Love”.
Leo sets the scene with an upbeat, soulful rap song that will leave you no choice but to vibe and belt out how you are “not with the fake love”. The chorus, verse, lyrics, and sound reveal Leo’s journey to establishing his sound and honing his craft...2021-05-2030 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with The NashvillainsWe had the pleasure of interviewing Nashvillains over Zoom video!
Nashvillains, a powerhouse trio of musicians began in the mind of Brett Boyett. From the band’s inception Brett, Troy Johnson, and Scott Lindsey have sought to create a new musical landscape by blurring lines between genres, bending the rules of convention and expanding the boundaries of country music.
The Nashvillains hail from Katy Texas, Beaver Damn Kentucky and Evergreen Colorado. All 3 of these guys earned their stripes by playing honky-tonks, festivals and major stages through out The United States. They have all separately left th...2021-05-1947 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Mob RichWe had the pleasure of interviewing Mob Rich over Zoom video!
As much as the alt-pop duo's sound owes to the specific otherworldly chemistry shared by Los Angeles transplants Maxwell Joseph and Connor Pledger, the charming melancholy, adventurous soundscapes, and big hooks they conjure are built for everyone. MOB RICH makes intimate and bold music destined to build a broader community with kindred spirits. These are new anthems for the outcast.
The band's full-length debut, Why No Why, is a collection of conversations in musical form, draped in an effervescent atmosphere. Careening between wry...2021-05-1946 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Brooklyn MichelleWe had the pleasure of interviewing Brooklyn Michelle over Zoom video!
Multi-talented recording artist and producer Brooklyn Michelle recently released her highly successful single and music video, ‘Come Here,’.
Originally released five years ago as a sample, via Soundcloud, the track quickly took off amongst listeners and Brooklyn’s growing fan base. Unexpected of the song’s massive success, Brooklyn quickly pulled the song, knowing all too well it deserved a proper release and instrumentals to accompany it. After months of perfecting the quality of the track, Brookly gave a proper release, accompanied by a music vi...2021-05-1827 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with ValleyWe had the pleasure of interviewing Valley over Zoom video!
Valley is a Canadian indie pop group based in Toronto built up of Rob Laska on vocals, Michael (Mickey) Brandolino on guitar, Alex Dimauro on bass and Karah James on drums and vocals.
“Like 1999” follows the smash EP, sucks to see you doing better, which Valley released last year and includes the honest banger, “hiccup” (which gathered 200,000 streams in the first 48 hours) and “nevermind.”
With only two other self-written, self-produced, debut releases under their belt (including their EP This Room Is White and full-length...2021-05-181h 01
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with MerkWe had the pleasure of interviewing Merk over Zoom video!
Merk is the musical moniker of Auckland, New Zealand artist, multi-instrumentalist and producer Mark Perkins who began his career as a touring member of Tom Lark and Fazerdaze. Merk’s recent singles “H.N.Y.B” and “GOD” have already earned critical acclaim spanning SPIN Magazine and BBC Radio 6. Today, he reveals new single/video “Laps Around The Sun'' alongside the announcement of his debut globally released album Infinite Youth due out April 9 on Humblebrag R...2021-05-1828 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Wuh OhWe had the pleasure of interviewing Wuh Oh over Zoom video!
Scottish breakout composer, producer, performer, Wuh Oh has been creating a storm with his eccentric blend of pop, electronic, piano riffs and keyboard clicks coupled with his irreverent, in your face vocal delivery.
With over a decade of classical flute and piano training, Wuh Oh has built a reputation around the oddities of his avant-garde, left-field productions, and collaborations with the likes of The Magician, Myd, Hudson Mohawke and more.
Wuh Oh has gained recognition for singles including ‘Saxy Beast’, ‘Softstyle', ‘Zita’, ‘How Do You D...2021-05-1841 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with John SplithoffTogether with American Songwriter and Sean Ulbs of The Eiffels, we had the pleasure of interviewing John Splithoff over Zoom video!
John Splithoff recently self-released his debut album, All In. The long-awaited record is one that Splithoff has wanted to make since he first started writing music, and while the 11 songs were all created and completed before the arrival of COVID-19, their collective sense of love, longing and loneliness resonates even more personally and profoundly after this past year.
Largely built from demos conceived alone in his apartment, Splithoff self-produced All In...2021-05-1733 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Pom Pom SquadWe had the pleasure of interviewing Pom Pom Squad over Zoom video!
Pom Pom Squad (the Brooklyn-based four-piece led by the powerhouse Mia Berrin) announces the new album ‘Death Of a Cheerleader’ set to drop June 25th. A sonic collage of deeply personal odes to self-identity, raucous lashings against society’s BS, and snapshots of messy, complicated and fraying love affairs, ‘Death Of a Cheerleader’ will be their first record following their recent signing to City Slang Records.
Produced by Sarah Tudzin of Illuminati Hotties and co-produced by Berrin herself, it’s a record that plays out li...2021-05-171h 04
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with POP EVILWe had the pleasure of interviewing POP EVIL over Zoom audio!
Hard rock titans POP EVIL have set a career milestone as “Breathe Again” becomes the sixth #1 rock single in their overall history joining previous #1 hits “Waking Lions,” “Footsteps,” “Deal with the Devil,” “Trenches” and the gold-certified “Torn to Pieces.” The track is featured on the band’s upcoming May 21 album VERSATILE via Entertainment One (eOne) alongside previously shared singles “Let The Chaos Reign,” “Work” and “Set Me Free.”
If rock is dead, then POP E...2021-05-1646 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Bongo ByTheWayTogether with American Songwriter and Sean Ulbs of The Eiffels, we had the pleasure of interviewing Bongo ByTheWay over Zoom video!
Internationally acclaimed super-producer, songwriter, entertainer Bongo ByTheWay, Uforo Ebong, achieved a momentous win at the 63rd GRAMMY Awards ®, for his songwriting contributions and additional arrangements to Kanye West's Jesus Is King album. The acclaimed album amassed the Best Contemporary Christian Music Album win on music's biggest night.
Earlier this year Bongo unveiled his first production for the new year with R&B sensations Jazmine Sullivan and H.E.R. for "Girl Like Me," w...2021-05-1624 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with DiamanteWe had the pleasure of interviewing Diamante over Zoom video!
Diamante spent her teenage years cutting her teeth at local gigs on the Sunset Strip to become the powerhouse performer she is today. A disciple of both P!nk and Guns N' Roses who doesn't fall into rockstar excess tropes or even sport tattoos, she devoted every waking minute to honing a signature "hard rock sound with a modern alternative edge."
Her unique and undeniable approach caught the attention of Better Noise Music, which signed her in 2015. She hit the...2021-05-1539 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with ChrisLeeWe had the pleasure of interviewing ChrisLee over Zoom video!
Pop artist, ChrisLee, recently dropped his single, “Flight Risk,” an emotional ode of choosing love in the midst of hard times. As the world changes during times of uncertainty, being able to jump through hurdles and take on life’s challenges with someone you love is a bond that should be celebrated.
With cheerful beats and encouraging guitar strums mixed with ChrisLee’s delicate vocals and meaningful lyrics, “Flight Risk” is a sweet, soulful pop anthem co-written by fellow Songland alumni Keegan Bost (Julia...2021-05-151h 08
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with JubëlWe had the pleasure of interviewing Jubël over Zoom video!
The Swedish pop duo from Halmstad Jubël is the collaborative efforts of Mr Sebastian Atas and Mr Victor Sjöström. Prior to the birth of Jubël both Sebastian and Victor had both written, produced and released music for many years, but It was when the duo started to work together and found and developed a new sound that Jubël was formed. “Our sound is modern, organic with an electronic twist”, explains Victor. “We want to c...2021-05-1433 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with CMTENWe had the pleasure of interviewing CMTEN over Zoom video!
Continuing to evolve at lightspeed, 19-year-old CMTEN uncovers a dreamy downtempo single entitled “MUSIC BOX” on Masked Records/Warner Records.
“MUSIC BOX” illuminates the breadth of CMTEN’s fluid style. The keys glisten as a lullaby-style melody takes shape over skittering electronic production. Meanwhile, his dynamic vocals dip in and out of this glitchy soundscape with flashes of airy high register, warbling echoes, and a fluttering refrain. Winding up “MUSIC BOX,” he presents a different kind of ballad with ethereal and entrancing energy all-around.
CMTEN capped...2021-05-1435 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Grace WeberWe had the pleasure of interviewing Grace Weber over Zoom video!
For L.A.-based R&B singer, songwriter and producer Grace Weber, the most powerful moments in music have come from abandoning all expectations.
Compounded with Weber’s ineffable talent — including the soul-igniting vocal presence she first developed by singing in a gospel choir all throughout her childhood — that joyfully uninhibited approach has brought a whirlwind of success in recent years. In 2016, Weber penned the opening track on Chance the Rapper’s 'Coloring Book' (“All We Got” feat. Kanye West & Chicago Children’s Choir), then...2021-05-1442 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Boy DestroyWe had the pleasure of interviewing Boy Destroy over Zoom video!
Swedish rising alt-star Boy Destroy releases his debut EP, Warpaint, via his own independent label, Loyalty Obsession.
Warpaint is a multi-hued chronicle, showcasing Boy Destroy's genre-bending prowess; influenced by '90s alternative rock which soundtracked his teens, as well as delving into legacy artists like Jeff Buckley and Joni Mitchell, alongside modern emo and trap. The opening, title-track serves as a stellar introduction, addressing scars and the digital apathy of young lives, fusing into "You Don’t Want Me Wh...2021-05-1326 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Elise DavisWe had the pleasure of interviewing Elise Davis over Zoom video!
Elise Davis's music blurs the lines between genres. It's a sound caught halfway between the confessional storytelling of alt-country and the cinematic punch of pop/rock, molded into a shape by a lifelong musician who began penning tunes at 12 years old. Hundreds of shows and three albums later, she's grown into a road warrior and prolific songwriter whose career highlights — including tours with Ray Lamontagne, co-writes with Maren Morris, and millions of streams for fan favorites like "Last Laugh" — are just as diverse as the records she...2021-05-1241 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Brian BanksTogether with American Songwriter and Sean Ulbs of The Eiffels, we had the pleasure of interviewing Brian Banks over Zoom video!
A Los Angeles native, Brian Banks has been immersed in the LA music scene all of his life. His musical talents coupled with his mastery of cutting edge technology has led to work with some of the world’s most influential artists and film makers including Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, Steven Spielberg, Giorgio Moroder, David Bowie, Rob Reiner Sylvester Stallone. His artistry and creativity can be found on legendary albums like “Thriller” and “Can’t Slow Down” and...2021-05-111h 03
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Royal BloodWe had the pleasure of interviewing Ben Thatcher of Royal Blood over Zoom video!
Royal Blood release their long-awaited third album Typhoons today via Warner Records. The four album singles and videos ("Trouble’s Coming,""Typhoons," "Limbo," and "Boilermaker") leading up to the album have created an overwhelming global impact calling Typhoons the duo’s best record to date. Upon the album’s release, Royal Blood have already accrued over 50 million streams and the biggest US airplay of their career crashing into the Rock and ALT charts last fall and consistently raising for the past 30 weeks to the #1...2021-05-1132 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Pistols At DawnWe had the pleasure of interviewing Pistols At Dawn over Zoom video!
Hard rock outfit PISTOLS AT DAWN have shared the second heavy-hitting single, “Crown,” from their debut EP NOCTURNAL YOUTH which is out now.
“‘Crown’ is about observing a majority of the world pursuing detrimental ways of life,” jointly state PISTOLS AT DAWN. “It’s about knowing better and seeing leadership continually fail those they lead. Too many in power are acting like foolish kings. ‘Crown’ is a push against apathy and ignorance and refusing to represent those ideologies. The video is a visua...2021-05-1129 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Alannah McCreadyWe had the pleasure of interviewing Alannah McCready over Zoom video!
Singer-songwriter Alannah McCready recently released her new single, “Something Like That.” which was produced by Sterling “David” Gittens Jr., and written by McCready and Will Gittens.
“Something Like That” offers a hopeful message of healing after a previous relationship while seeking a new partner that gives the love and respect that one deserves. McCready highlights the importance of holding romantic partners to higher standards and remembering self-love is key, “I’m stronger, and I know myself better, I’m not asking for too much.” The new track showca...2021-05-1025 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Moon Vs SunWe had the pleasure of interviewing Chantal Kreviazuk of Moon Vs Sun over Zoom video!
Husband and wife duo Moon Vs Sun, who are GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, and artist Chantal Kreviazuk and Our Lady Peace frontman, Raine Maida, has released “I’m Going To Break Your Heart,” their brand new album and documentary of the same name.
“This project is about how we came together and continue to grow together – through challenges and all, we are committed to cracking the love code. Even with that said, we know that no matter how much we love each o...2021-05-101h 02
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Small BlackWe had the pleasure of interviewing Small Black over Zoom video!
Formed in 2009 as a bedroom recording project, Small Black first made waves with their eponymous debut EP. Recorded in the attic of singer Josh Kolenik’s uncle’s remote Long Island beach house/surfboard workshop, the EP served as an introduction to the group, with its pulsing patchwork of vintage synths and casio beats culminating in the breakthrough single "Despicable Dogs." This track cemented them as pioneers of Chillwave, the sound of which seemed to get its hooks into so much music across the 2010s.
Th...2021-05-0837 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Jake Wesley RogersWe had the pleasure of interviewing Jake Wesley Rogers over Zoom video!
After quietly stirring up buzz as an independent pop phenomenon, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jake Wesley Rogers signs to Facet Records—the label founded by powerhouse mega songwriter Justin Tranter—in partnership with iconic Warner Records. To celebrate the news, Jake shares his major label debut single and music video “Middle of Love” today. This morning, Zane Lowe personally premiered the tune on his Apple Music 1 radio show. About Jake, Zane described him as “wildly talented” and “sometimes people are just born into it.” About “Middle of...2021-05-0727 min
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Leo BlackWe had the pleasure of interviewing Leo Black over Zoom video!
Leo’s introduction to hip-hop was picking up traction featuring artists like Joe Moses and Jay Rock on mixtapes. Leo subsequently took on dubstep, inking single deals with Never Say Die Records “Buss It” debuting #1 on Beatport and was followed by co-headlining a 61 date tour around the country. Leo produced sounds parallel to Travis Scott, Childish Gambino, and Skrillex. Leo’s latest music producer credits are with OG Parker “Heard About Ya” on Four Vibes ep.
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Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with K.FlayWe had the pleasure of interviewing K.Flay over Zoom video!
Alt-rock’s artful enigma K.Flay (the stage name of Kristine Flaherty) hurls fistfulls of theoretical paint at the modern music landscape by announcing her forthcoming EP ‘Inside Voices’, dropping June 11th via BMG. The GRAMMY-nominated musical changeling throws caution to the wind on the forthcoming collection, instead choosing to scream a primal roar of self-confidence across five tracks of fresh, biting self-expression.
Kicking off this next phase in her already varied & exciting discography is the first single “Four Letter Words” - birthed from a ver...2021-05-0649 min