Interviews

This area includes a running list of all the interviews we have published. We interview bands, venues, studios, business owners, producers, engineers, and any one else who spends a significant amount of time supporting independent music.

Interview with Silque – When I Look At You It Feels Like Being Punched In The Face

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 11, 2019 6:39 am Tagged With: alternative rock, Denmark, electro rock, Europe, indie rock, Rock

Sometimes When I Look At You… is the first single from the Danish alt-rock band’s coming album which is due to be released in January 2020 – their follow-up to their last album Gloria. Silque has already received quite a bit of attention from the Danish music media. ‘Drive’, the first single from their EP […]

Interview with Tom Pino – Brooklyn

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 11, 2019 6:30 am Tagged With: acoustic rock, alternative rock, folk rock, New York City, singer, songwriter, United States

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Tom Pino about his latest project, challenges, technology and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Where are you from and what style of music do you create? (In your own words, not necessarily in marketing terms or by popular genre classifications.) So I’m originally from […]

Interview with CLO

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 9, 2019 9:47 am Tagged With: California, Los Angeles, R&B, singer, songwriter, Soul, United States

New LA Starlet on the scene, CLO spoke with us about her next moves and her studio days. Hi Clo. How is your summer going? Hello! My summer is going amazing so far. I plan on finishing up my record, traveling, and playing shows when I can. Are you excited about new music coming out […]

Interview with Didda Joe

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 9, 2019 9:36 am Tagged With: California, Los Angeles, producer, R&B, singer, songwriter, Soul, United States

We recently caught up with Indiana’s own, Didda Joe. A talented performer getting ready for a new release and a Tour this Fall. Didda Joe, tell us about your new music and inspiration in writing! Hey thanks for having me! Well this new material has really just been my ongoing story of moving to LA, […]

Interview with The Goldwyn Experiment – Avenue B, the Album and Web Series, Now Available

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 5, 2019 10:03 am Tagged With: Alternative, Blues, Canada, classical, Jazz, jazz fusion, Metal, multi-instrumentalist, Rock

The highly talented, multi-faceted, multimedia creator and musician known as The Goldwyn Experiment has arrived with his latest album Avenue B; the follow-up to Avenue A. Both albums are available on your favorite digital service provider. A fusion of genres with a strong foundation in the liberating space of jazz, The Goldwyn Experiment is spearheaded […]

Interview with Wlav – Anxiety & Apathy

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 4, 2019 11:32 am Tagged With: avant garde, Electronic, Experimental, North Carolina, producer, United States

Ryan Allen aka Wlav got his start in music by producing DJ mixes for fans of his tumblr (whitelinesandversace), where he built a following after several viral posts. He released his first EP in 2015 and immediately began working on his debut album, 1001, which was released in Fall 2016. Before the end of 2017, […]

Interview with Serenity Sounds – Music as Therapy and Healing

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman June 4, 2019 10:29 am Tagged With: ambient, composer, Georgia, Instrumental, producer, United States

Serenity Sounds is a solo project aimed at creating music intended as healing and therapy. Using ambient soundscapes, a host of MIDI instruments and VST plugins, and a passion for creating soundscapes that help others, Serenity Sounds has garnered quite a buzz and following among the YouTube community, the primary platform used for releasing these […]

Interview with Todd Warner Moore – Love and Change

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 29, 2019 12:52 pm Tagged With: Americana, Asia, China, Folk, Kansas, Psychedelic, singer, songwriter, United States

Originally from Kansas City, Kansas, Todd Warner Moore has penned a diverse catalogue of music over time. His albums contain dashes of Folk, 60s Psychedelia, Americana, 70s Singer/Songwriter, Gipsy, and Latin music. Over time, he has performed in several bands including Acoustic Juice and Budapest-based Tea Thieves. Moore has written and recorded four albums in the […]

Interview with Moonlight Social – Valleys and Peaks

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 29, 2019 12:42 pm Tagged With: Country, Nashville, Tennessee, Texas, United States

“Life, to me, is valleys and peaks.” It’s a simple refrain, but one borne of profound consequence and infinitely relatable. Jeremy Burchard and Jennica Scott (the duo comprising Moonlight Social) have seen their fair share of ups and downs since 2010, when they first began crafting songs in Burchard’s tiny garage apartment in Austin, Texas. After […]

Interview with 308 Ghost Train – 21 Guns and A Million Tears

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 29, 2019 12:34 pm Tagged With: 80s rock, classic rock, Florida, Rock, singer, songwriter, United States

In this interview spotlight, I chat with 308 Ghost Train about the new single, 21 Guns and a Million Tears, challenges, technology and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Where are you from and what style of music do you create? (In your own words, not necessarily in marketing terms or by […]