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 Ezra Jordan – Low

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 13, 2019 11:16 am Tagged With: Canada, singer, songwriter, Toronto

Ezra Jordan’s music draws inspiration from genres including R&B/Funk, Alt-Pop and executes songwriting with a keyboard-oriented approach, forging his own path in the music industry with his soulful, refreshing and authentic sound. Ezra Jordan wrote LOW with his drummer and it’s about Mental Health. When someone has chicken pox, you notice. When someone is sick […]

Interview with Ken Ketler – Honey Ain’t Homegrown

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 13, 2019 11:06 am Tagged With: Boston, Country, Folk, Massachusetts, Rock, singer, songwriter, United States

Ken Ketler is currently a work-for-hire songwriter/musician for the Songs of Love Foundation; creating customized music for critically/chronically ill children of all ages. Ken’s music has been featured for two plus years and is currently used daily on WZLX 100.7 FM Classic Rock in Boston during morning drive time. In this interview spotlight, I chat […]

Interview with Cory M. Coons – Once Too Many, Twice Not Enough

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 13, 2019 7:54 am Tagged With: folk rock, singer, songwriter

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Cory M. Coons about his music, technology, challenges and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Be sure to check out our previous article. Where are you from and what style of music do you create? (In your own words, not necessarily in marketing terms or […]

Interview with Gary Burk III – Friday Night

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 13, 2019 7:45 am Tagged With: Country, country pop, Pennsylvania, United States

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Gary Burk III about his latest release, challenges, technology and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. To read our feature on the single, Friday Night, go here. Where are you from and what style of music do you create? (In your own words, not necessarily […]

Interview with Bradley Palermo – Volume 1 and West Coast Tour Dates

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 11, 2019 11:17 am Tagged With: Americana, California, Folk, folk rock, Los Angeles, singer, songwriter, United States

Before setting out on his solo folk career, Bradley Palermo spent 15 years fronting the bands The Sudden Passion and Femme Fatality. He grew up in St. Louis, MO playing in local indie bands. All the while he was developing an affinity for the alt-country bands that were emerging from the region at the time. […]

Interview with The Imaginaries – Catch Them Live in Nashville

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 11, 2019 10:38 am Tagged With: Americana, Folk, Oklahoma, songwriter, United States

Watching husband and wife duo The Imaginaries’ Maggie McClure (piano, keyboard, vocals) and Shane Henry (guitar, vocals) perform the lead track “Thinking ‘Bout You” off their upcoming self-titled release, you instantly see the chemistry, the love in their eyes, and the deep commitment they share with each other and to their music. Formed in the […]

Interview with Tony Marino – Tango Silhouette Now Available

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 8, 2019 9:58 am Tagged With: composer, jazz, jazz fusion, latin, Pennsylvania, United States

A life long lover and student of music, Tony Marino has delivered his 11th studio album Tango Silhouette. Known as “the quintessential Latin jazz keyboardist”, Tony’s new album is packed with twelve Latin jazz fusion compositions that are guaranteed to carry you away to a space of warm breezes, classy fashion and a venue full […]

Interview with Coyote Eyes – Looking For God

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 7, 2019 1:00 pm Tagged With: New York City, singer, songwriter, United States

New York City singer-songwriter Coyote Eyes releases her soul-bearing new track “Looking For God” today. Coyote Eyes, a moniker for Jo Eubanks, is passionate about addiction recovery and mental health awareness, and this relates perfectly to the honest themes and tones interlaced within the track. The artist fights for those who have been silenced by […]

Interview with NO-X-IT – Hecho En Mexico Now Available!

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 7, 2019 10:00 am Tagged With: Central America, hard rock, Metal, Mexico, Rock, Seattle

Seattle native but Mexico resident veteran rockers NO-X-IT have delivered their hard rockin’, fist pumpin’, adrenaline boostin’ new album Hecho En Mexico. Get ready to RAWK! There was a time when Seattle was the center of grungy, crunchy, gritty, distorted, and often dark, hard rock. As with any booming scene, one-percent of the musical talent […]

Interview with Venchi Hef – Off The Top

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 2, 2019 11:27 am Tagged With: Hip Hop, New York City, rap, United States

Venchi Hef is a New York based rapper, with a very unorthodox style. His use of witty lyricism and motivation to constantly progress and innovate sets him apart from the pack. Using social media, Venchi is growing and spreading his music across the globe. As momentum builds, Venchi seems to be heading in the right […]