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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 Cass Clayton Band – Midnight in a Bottle

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 17, 2024 12:00 am Tagged With: blues rock, Colorado, Funk, indie rock, Jazz, Rock, Soul, United States

Cass Clayton Band-MIDNIGHT IN A BOTTLE

Cass Clayton Band’s new album Midnight in a Bottle captivates with deep, rich vocals and a kaleidoscope of live instruments that infuse each track with a distinctive flavor. A vibrant tapestry of musical styles, the album is woven together by Clayton’s masterful storytelling. With lyrics at the forefront, Clayton’s 11 songs flirt with diverse genres while remaining […]

Interview with LiVES – Come Together #2

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 15, 2024 11:28 am Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, Rock, United Kingdom

LiVES

UK solo-artist LiVES (aka Peter Chisholm) was the singer & guitarist with cult UK rock duo The Sea (along with his brother Alex on drums), they released 3 studio albums & played over 1000 concerts & festivals (inc: Glastonbury, CMJ, SXSW, Eurosonic & supported Muse, The Kills & James Morrison on UK/European tours). As well […]

Interview with The Hollow Party – Goddess In A Ghost Town

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 14, 2024 11:42 am Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, Nashville, pop punk, Rock, Tennessee, United States

The Hollow Party-Goddess in a Ghost Town

The Hollow Party, a dynamic indie-rock band based in Nashville have released their latest single, “Goddess in a Ghost Town.” The writing process of “Goddess in a Ghost Town” began months ago when band members Andrew, Danny and Quinn crafted the initial demo. Over the following months, Drew added emotional lyrics and a recurrent hook, […]

Interview with Marella – I Think She’s In Love With Me

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 7, 2024 12:16 pm Tagged With: California, indie pop, Los Angeles, Pop, singer, songwriter, United States

Marella

Daniel Marella is an emerging singer/songwriter within the Southern California rock and roll scene, making waves with a fearless fusion of boldness and sincerity. Originally hailing from the Bay Area, his music weaves his experiences, blending the demanding expectations of academia and extracurricular pursuits, along with the memorable moments from his beer-soaked years as a […]

Interview with The Starling Effect – A Strange Habit of Disappearing

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 7, 2024 12:10 pm Tagged With: alternative rock, Canada, indie rock, Rock, shoegaze

The Starling Effect

In this interview spotlight, I chat with The Starling Effect about their latest project (A Strange Habit of Disappearing), AI in music, dream collabs, and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. A Strange Habit of Disappearing b/w Blueskiesgrey by The Starling Effect This AI thing is getting way out of control. I […]

Interview with Hazel Gaze – Who’s Sorry Now

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 1, 2024 12:00 am Tagged With: Americana, classic rock, New York, New York City, Rock, rock n roll, United States

Hazel Gaze-Who's Sorry Now

In this interview spotlight, we catch up with Hazel Gaze to chat about the latest single/video (Who’s Sorry Now), the songwriting process, how the 70s inspired this song, and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. What inspired the lyrical theme behind “Who’s Sorry Now”? Can you share any personal experiences or influences […]

Interview with M. Vaughan – Tire Swing

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 30, 2024 11:31 am Tagged With: Electronic, Europe, indie, lo-fi, Pop, Portugal, producer

M-Vaughan-Keep-in-Touch-EP-Cover

In this interview spotlight, I chat with M. Vaughan about the upcoming EP (Keep in Touch), AI in music, choosing a favorite song of all time, and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Keep in Touch by M. Vaughan This AI thing is getting way out of control. I have students using […]

Interview with Dela Kay – Nasty

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 30, 2024 11:24 am Tagged With: indie pop, Nashville, Pop, pop rock, singer, songwriter, Tennessee, United States

Dela-Kay-Nasty

Dela Kay, who hails from the vibrant music scene of Nashville, TN, draws inspiration from artists such as The Maine, Maggie Lindemann, Paramore, and Avril Lavigne. “Nasty” follows the success of her previous singles, “IDWTAY” and “Let You Down,” which have amassed over 210K streams and secured a spot on Shazam’s Best New Music Apple Playlist. Dela Kay, who identifies as a songwriter first […]

Interview with Luke Fraser – The Curse

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 30, 2024 11:09 am Tagged With: indie pop, London, Pop, singer, songwriter, United Kingdom

Luke Fraser

London-based singer-songwriter Luke Fraser has had a diverse journey in the world of music. A prolific performer, Luke played in various bands over the years, before embarking on his own solo journey. The result of this was the creation of his genre-defying debut album Moth Eaten Romeo, released in October 2022. The record showcased Luke’s […]

Interview with KickBoy – Ick Boy and Upcoming Tour Dates

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 25, 2024 12:00 am Tagged With: indie rock, Punk, punk rock, Rock, United Kingdom

EP - Ick Boy - KickBoy Cover

KickBoy are the chaotic “milk-punk” 5-piece from South London, brewed with influences of The B-52’s, Parquet Courts and The Garden. They invite you into their bizarre world of diverse punk flavours. In this interview spotlight, I chat with KickBoy about their latest project, AI in music, dream collabs, and more. The band will be touring […]

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