Tex Patrello and a Modern Day Greek Tragedy | Interview
Brandishing her own style of dysfunctional and twisted pop music, Patrello has always pushed the boundaries of what we consider capable by an individual.
Living in the in-betweens | A Feature Interview with The Ophelias
On Ribbon, Peppet takes back autonomy, not only redefining the expectations of a band trapped in youth, but one that puts the responsibility of redefining themselves into their own hands.
As Hiding Places release their third EP, Lesson reflects on the teetering compromises of adulthood, showing a young band embracing their imaginative and collaborative spirit to confront the duality of getting older.
As Awh reflects on the past, taking stock of genealogical traits, destructive patterns and influential circumstances, there is deliverance in her fractured timeline, blending nostalgia with confessionals as she looks back on how far she has come.
Now coming up to her most cohesive project to date, Shapeshifting carries its name sake in both sonic explorations and narrative feats, as Nisa writes from the freights of a moving identity; one that is no longer fitting – while in line – the next is not yet attainable.
Emma Ayzenberg
With the release of her new EP iron mountain out today, LA based musician Emma Ayzenberg called me up to discuss the project and her journey of bringing trauma to the forefront in search of her authentic self.
PACKS
Now face-to-face with her new album, Melt the Honey, Link affirms, “it’s not like writing sad songs is the only thing that I do.” With new endeavors in her life, Link’s quips and anecdotes have a lighter duty to them. She takes a pause, before saying, “I feel lucky that I get to write these songs.”
Coming upon the release of their debut EP, Paradise, Krauter and Pitchkites called me up to discuss the project, commemorating the homegrown spirit, and the pleasure of where they are currently at.
I recently got to chat with Blair Howerton in the midst of this transition period, opening up about where she is at in life, including her own roaming spirituality, a new era of the band, and what the next Why Bonnie album is shaping up to be.
The single, “Dark Sun”, is a rich composition of atmospheric comfort and folky lament that tells a story of the complexities of love. But in juxtaposition to the title “Dark Sun”, these complexities are entitled to areas of growth and self condolences when shadowed by damage. I had the honor to talk to Pruzinsky, in which they opened up about the emotional progress in writing the new single.
Meredith Lampe and newbie member Isaac Stalling, called me from their rock climbing gym to discuss lyrical goals, building a community, and functioning as friends who also happen to play in a band together.
Calling from his home in Maine, Goldberg opened up about his recovery process after a tragedy that led to this alluring and earnest project, titled Bear in the Snow.
Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with Chase and Durand, talking about the early days of the band, the processing years after the loss of Adam, and finally coming full circle on the Ivy project.
With preparation leading towards the release of his new album, Tap In, Jochmann took the time to talk to me about being a home grown musician, reimagining Combat Naps live, and the freedom that comes with writing music.
I had the honor to sit down and chat with Blue Broderick of Diners to talk about collaboration, being on wholesome status, art and identity, and the possibility of starting at square one.
Carolina Chauffe of hemlock, recently took the time to talk to me about the vulnerability of collaboration, ‘song-a-day’ projects, and the preservation of memory.
Liza Victoria, known as her project Lisa/Liza, recently took the time to answer some of my questions, opening up about approaching trauma through song writing, an extended love for Orindal Records, and mental health in the music community.
Susannah Cutler, known as Yours Are The Only Ears, sits down to talk to me about uncharted inspiration, navigating musical barriers and learning to trust herself again.
Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter, Annie Blackman, sits down with me to talk about personal growth, the financial complexities of being a musician, and being the future of music.
The Ugly Hug 