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COO of UL Sounds.com, a boutique publishing admin firm based in Sacramento, COO of Pac Ave Records (Stockton, CA), writer for Indie Music Discovery.com. Father of 3, all around jedi.

Interview with Alex Kramer – Mr. Popular

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 14, 2025 4:37 pm Tagged With: indie, indie rock, Nashville, Pop, pop rock, singer, songwriter, Tennessee, United States

Alex Kramer

Alex Kramer offers up a playful New Wave inspired track to usher in the spring with his new song, Mr. Popular.  Kramer lightheartedly ruminates on the transitory nature of dating in the modern world, where our infatuations and desires can be fleeting.  Recorded at The Cabin Studio with producer Matty Alger, the song kicks in boldly, […]

Interview with Hazel Gaze – Black Soul River

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 14, 2025 4:24 pm Tagged With: classic rock, music video, Rock, United States

Hazel Gaze-Black Soul River

In this interview spotlight, I catch up with Hazel Gaze to discuss their new song, Black Soul River, and the accompanying music video. Full Q&A with links and the music video below. What inspired the concept behind the song and its powerful lyrics?  Religion is like many things – it’s not inherently good or bad […]

Interview with Gracie Mauk – Vol. 1

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman January 7, 2025 10:01 am Tagged With: indie, indie pop, indie rock, Ohio, Pop, Rock, singer, songwriter, United States

Gracie Mauk-Vol 1

Gracie Mauk invites listeners to embrace the pensive nostalgia of winter with her debut EP (Vol. 1), which is is a reflective journey through live instrumentals, sweetly raw vocals, and deeply thoughtful lyrics. In this interview spotlight, I chat with Gracie about the new music, dream collabs, AI, and more. Full Q&A along with links and […]

Interview with Guy Simoneau – One Good Life

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman January 7, 2025 9:54 am Tagged With: Acoustic, New York, Pop, pop rock, Rock, singer, songwriter, United States

Guy Simoneau-One Good Life

In “One Good Life,” Guy Simoneau calls for a return to authenticity and human connection in an era dominated by hustle culture and digital noise. From encouraging thank-you cards instead of texts to finding joy in good whiskey, high fives, and heartfelt hugs, the song’s lyrics serve as a poignant reminder to slow down and cherish the present. […]

Interview with CIAO MALZ – Safe Then Sorry

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman January 6, 2025 4:49 pm Tagged With: alt-pop, Alternative, Brooklyn, indie, New York, New York City, singer, songwriter, United States

CIAO MALZ

Brooklyn-based Filipino-American Indie artist CIAO MALZ (Malia DelaCruz) has released herEP, ‘Safe Then Sorry,’ via the non-binary-owned Audio Antihero label (Frog / Magana /Nosferatu D2 / Cloud), and sees her collaborate with guitarist James Chrisman (Sister.) and drummerFelix Walworth (Told Slant / Florist). In this interview spotlight, I chat with CIAO MALZ about the latest […]

Interview with Aubrey Logan

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman November 21, 2024 1:11 pm Tagged With: Jazz, Seattle, singer, songwriter, United States, Washington

Photo by AL Gawlik Photography

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Aubrey Logan about her music, inspirations, challenges, and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Where are you from and how do You describe your style of music? Hey there! I grew up in the Seattle area. Snohomish, Washington to be precise. I am a jazz […]

Interview with Marek Kubala – Peeping Tom

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman November 19, 2024 1:00 pm Tagged With: Alternative, electro pop, Electronic, shoegaze, United Kingdom

Marek Kubala

Electronic artist Marek Kubala has had a diverse career since the release of his debut EP, ‘Awhile’, in 2018. Not one to be pigeonholed, Marek signed to shoegaze label Shore Dive Records, with the project embracing a chameleonic approach to songwriting. Fusing crisp electro with indie guitars and soulful vocals, Marek’s expansive sound has attracted […]

Interview with DJ Moves – Bass, Breaks & VHS Tapes

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman November 14, 2024 1:52 pm Tagged With: Canada, Hip Hop, producer

DJ Moves-Bass Breaks and VHS Tapes

Black Buffalo Records proudly presents the release of DJ Moves‘ latest album, “Bass, Breaks and VHS Tapes.” This exceptional album combines hip-hop and electronic sounds, showcasing DJ Moves’ signature bass across 13 tracks. With collaborations from Electric City Underground and Tachichi, the album is available in digital, CD, and cassette tape formats. In this interview […]

Interview with Quill – Ghosts

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman November 13, 2024 8:39 pm Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, Rock, United States

Quill-GHOSTS

Quill, blending the haunting intensity of Evanescence with the raw edge of Billie Eilish, crafts symphonic alternative music that dives deep into themes of loneliness, vulnerability, and self-discovery. Her latest single, “Ghosts,” is a powerful reflection on identity and emotional struggle within a disconnected world. In this interview spotlight, I chat with Quill about the […]

Interview with Daniel Arison – Anything In Common

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman November 6, 2024 4:26 pm Tagged With: California, indie pop, Los Angeles, Pop, singer, songwriter, United States

Daniel Arison-Anything In Common

Singer, songwriter, and producer Daniel Arison has released his latest single, “Anything In Common,” a heartfelt reflection on the emotional journey of growing apart from lifelong friends. The single follows the success of “Easier To Hate You” and “Other People,” with the latter peaking at #1 on Spotify’s Viral 50 Playlist in Taiwan. In this […]

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