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 The Split Seconds – Where Have All The Good Men Gone

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 25, 2018 10:48 am Tagged With: indie rock, pop punk, Punk, Rock, United States, Washington DC

Formed in 2015, The Split Seconds exploded onto the DC music scene combining the energy of late-70’s punk with undertones of rock and roll, ska, garage rock, and 60’s pop. Frontman Drew Champion, joined by drummer Sean Peterson, bassist Stephen Parsons, and guitarist Alex Massi, brought their sound to enthusiastic audiences at east coast punk […]

Interview with Across The Board – Sonic Boom

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 16, 2018 4:17 pm Tagged With: Americana, Canada, indie rock, pop rock

Across The Board (ATB) is an award-winning Canadian pop rock/Americana band of multi-instrumentalist musicians with over 300 Youtube videos, debut album, a concept EP and now a second full length album, SONIC BOOM, who seamlessly combine creative talents to push their pop-rock sounds to the edge of the rock ‘n roll envelope with harmonious power […]

Interview with Alezzandra – Bad Girl In Heaven, Good Girl In Hell

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 13, 2018 9:16 am Tagged With: Europe, singer, songwriter, Sweden, trip hop

Propelled by her female empowerment narrative, poetic lyrics, psychedelic textures and enticing and expansive voice, Serbian/Swedish international recording artist, Alezzandra, reveals her new single, “Bad Girl in Heaven, Good Girl in Hell” and introduces her rich spectrum of emotion and eroticism. In this interview spotlight, I chat with Alezzandra about the new release, motivations, challenges […]

Interview with London King – Immortality

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 10, 2018 1:01 pm Tagged With: alt-pop, electro-pop, Electronic, indie pop, London, Pop, singer, songwriter, United Kingdom

Young, fresh and talented British singer-songwriter London King took over the stage at a very young age. Her first live performance happened when she was only four, in front of a crowd of 500 people. Her passion for songwriting started at age 11, when she wrote her very first song ‘Sinking in the Darkness’, featured […]

Interview with Victoriah Bech

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 2, 2018 10:18 am Tagged With: Los Angeles, Pop, R&B, singer, United States

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Danish singer and performer Victoriah Bech about motivations, challenges, the latest release and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Let’s dive a little deeper into You, the artist and your music. What attracted you to this genre(s) or style(s)? As a dancer I’m attracted to […]

Interview with Linda Bella – Bye Bye Baby

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 2, 2018 10:08 am Tagged With: Europe, France, Pop, singer, songwriter

Linda Bella was born in Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, France. She is an actress known for her appearances in First Dog, Dracula: Reborn and Fury of the Fist and the Golden Fleece. She is also a singer and her latest single Bye Bye Baby is now available. In this interview spotlight, I chat with Linda Bella about […]

Interview with Kaitlyn Mann

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 2, 2018 9:54 am Tagged With: dance, electro-pop, New York City, Pop, singer, songwriter, synth pop, United States

Stunningly long haired, 17 year old pop recording artist and songwriter, Kaitlyn Mann arranges and programs all of her original songs. Kaitlyn started playing piano at the age of six and has won international piano competitions with performances at Carnegie Hall in New York City. In this interview spotlight, I chat with Kaitlyn about motivations, […]

Interview with Ivan Moult – Lay Me Down

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 2, 2018 9:45 am Tagged With: Folk, singer, songwriter, United Kingdom

Cardiff-based singer-songwriter Ivan Moult returns with his latest collection of rich, confessional songs on new album Longest Shadow, out April 20th (2018) via Bubblewrap Collective. The album reflects Moult’s progression through the fledglings of blissful romance into the fragmentation of embittered break- up. Each track combines Moult’s intricate guitar plucking skills with his warm, soothing […]

Interview with Alice Sweet Alice – Viola Organista…and Other Impossible Dreams

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 2, 2018 9:40 am Tagged With: Electronic, Kansas City, Missouri, post punk, Rock, United States

Fuse fearsome dedication with four diversely talented musicians, a mind-boggling work-ethic and a positive mission, and you’re facing an unstoppable force. Welcome to Alice Sweet Alice, a Kansas City alt rock hybrid, whose tasty tunes, stylistic diversity and passionate live show are paying dividends with a hard-to-ignore street buzz. ASA is Female Fronted Indie Alternative […]

Interview with Hail The Pilot – In Circles

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 2, 2018 9:33 am Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, Rock, United States, Washington

Hail the Pilot is an indie rock band hailing from Tacoma Washington in the beautiful northwest. They are currently hard at work recording their unique brand of indie rock at South Sound Sound Studio with engineer/producer Jason Suko at the helm. From pulsating rhythms, dreamy guitar textures and soundscapes to over-driven walls of sound, they […]