The budding songstress shares about the ebbs and flows of being a multi-disciplinary artist, learning how to process emotions of the past, and the songs that wound up making her debut release.
Category: Interviews
Go Live: How Rapper and Producer Gios4ma Turned a Series of Collaborative Sprees Into His Best Album Yet
The Jackson up and comer shares on the inspirations for his new album, putting his city on the map, and the importance of online community.
Mojo Mountain: Alexandra Riorden Details Her Ambitious Debut Album, ‘Angel City Radio’
The Santa Barbara-based songwriter goes deep on her debut album, her love for Patti Smith, and the healing power of music.
Country Music Lifer Stephen Flatt Opens Up on His Debut Solo Album and Rich Musical Background
The Nashville musician and songwriter talks about releasing his debut album at 45, his early days with Flatt & Alvis, and why living a normal life is essential to his creativity.
DL Rossi on Self-Forgiveness, Americana Music, and Recording an Album Over Zoom
The Michigan-born songwriter goes deep on the making of his new album, 'Lonesome Kind.'
Maxton Hunter’s ‘Paradise Syndrome’ is a Slice of West Coast Euphoria
We chat with the budding producer about his new EP, his drive as a collaborator, and the challenges of recording alone.
Q&A: Kipper Gillespie – No Sunshine
The London up and comer sheds light on his new single and creative process.
Pearl Charles Wants You to Look Into the ‘Magic Mirror’
We spoke with Pearl Charles about her kaleidoscopic new album, writing process, and looking within for guidance.
Stephen Heath’s ‘Gavin Gruesome’ Embraces Chaos With Open Arms
The veteran guitarist speaks on recording his first solo album, playing guitar for Weyes Blood and other stalwart songwriters, and taking ownership of his ideas.
Meet Acres Even: L.A.’s Most Lovable Indie Rock Band
L.A.'s tonal dreamboats tell us about recording their first EP, creativity during the pandemic, and why they love the band dynamic.
Bedroom Country: How Matthew J. Ross Pieced Together His Dreamy Debut Album
We chat with the Montreal-based songwriter about recording his first album, giving himself permission to write country songs, singing saws, how his church background influenced his art and more.
FELIVAND on Her Smooth, Immersive EP ‘Nerve’
The Brisbane up and comer shares on the making of her dazzling new project, sonic influences, taking a singles-focused approach to releasing music and more.
Great Peacock Find Themselves in Top Form on Their Lustrous Third Album ‘Forever Worse Better’
We spoke with frontman Andrew Nelson about his band's new album, drawing from personal trauma to write songs, his relationship with the road and more.
Inside the Songcraft of Michael McArthur’s New, Intimate Acoustic EPs
We caught up with the Lakeland native to talk about his new releases, his entrepreneurial background, solitude as a component of creativity and more.
Wyatt Waddell on Social Activism and His Summer Protest Anthem “FIGHT!”
The Chicago singer-songwriter talks about recording his fiery new track and the responsibility he feels to speak out and encourage others in the fight against injustice.
The Danberrys ‘Shine’ on Their First Album in Four Years
We chat with singer-songwriter Dorothy Daniel about her band's bluesy new record, creative life during the pandemic, pursuing alternative medicine and more.
A Conversation Starring Ray Wylie Hubbard
We linked up with the ramblin' roots legend to talk about the release of his new album, CO-STARRING, songwriting greats, and a lifetime of making music.
ENGINE Details Their New Psychedelic, Dance Floor-Ready Single “Solitary Moods”
The new single from the Leeds-based electronic outfit arrives next Friday.
Norway’s Malin Pettersen on Her Brilliant New Album and the Challenges Facing International Artists During America’s Live Music Lockdown
The Oslo native's new record, Wildhorse, is due out this October. We chatted about playing live streams, staying creative during quarantine and the bustling Norwegian country scene.
Little Shrine’s Jade Shipman on Creativity During Social Distancing, Songwriting Process and Her Band’s New Album
Little Shrine's debut album arrives this Friday. Read about their new record and more in our chat with lead songwriter and bassist Jade Shipman.
Cave Flowers are Bringing California Country-Rock Into the New Decade with a Purpose
We spoke with Cave Flowers' Andy McCallister and Ben Coil about their new album, country music on the West Coast, the spirit of collaboration and more.
Sarah Peacock’s New Album is a Beacon of Hope for a Better Tomorrow
There’s an unsettling nature about the songs on Sarah Peacock’s new album, 'Burn the Witch.' We spoke with the singer-songwriter about her latest record and more.
Meet Kellen of Troy, Consummate Songwriter and Crafter of Unforgettable Pop Songs
Kellen of Troy's new album, "Vanity Project," is out March 13. We caught up with the witty singer-songwriter to chat about his record, internet culture, and more.
Jen Starsinic’s Dreamy Heartland Rock Will Make You Melt
We caught up with the fiddler-turned indie rocker to talk more about her stellar new EP, life in Nashville, musical identity and more.
Nashville, Broken Hearts and Country-Pop Dreams: A Conversation With Singer-Songwriter Mercy Bell
Like everyone else, the last ten years for Mercy Bell were filled with life-altering decisions, events and experiences, all of which can be heard loud and clear on her new self-titled album.
Chatting With South Carolina’s PATx About His Explosive New Album and the Power of Self-Expression
PATx is a hip-hop fiend with a taste for stitching together emotionally anarchic verses over eerie trap soundscapes. We linked up with the producer-rapper to learn about his brand new album, Mesomatic.
Imp and Daniel Saylor on Their Cannabis-Infused Beat Tape, Their Favorite Weed Strains and the Art of Collaboration
The Southern-based producers and songwriters have teamed up for a new instrumental project that explores and embraces the THC experience.
Understanding the Immersive Soundscapes of Sonoda, Meditative Pop Extraordinaires
Inspired by the atmospheric soundscapes of modern indie pioneers, Lisa Sonoda’s entrancing songs constantly reach for something out of the ordinary.
L.A. Singer-Songwriter Jackie Cohen Has Arrived
In 2018, Jackie Cohen wasn't sure if she was a songwriter. 12 months later, she's toured the U.S. and Europe, and also released one of this year's most addicting debut albums. Read our in-depth Q&A with the young songwriter.
Songs of Totality: The Enduring Excellence of Tijuana Panthers
On their fifth studio album, the Long Beach rock trio infuses their signature sound with meditations on age, death, and what it means to embrace adversity.