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.

Interivew with Eli Lev – Four Directions

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 10, 2022 1:06 pm Tagged With: Acoustic, acoustic pop, Maryland, Pop, singer, songwriter, United States

Award-winning singer-songwriter and global citizen Eli Lev’s empathic writing and infectious folk-based sensibility has been his universal passport into our collective hearts. Over the last five years, the Maryland-based artist released his epic debut, Four Directions, which compiles four conceptual EPs (All Roads East 2017, Way Out West 2018, Deep South 2019, True North 2021) […]

Interview with Gabriele Kysel – Home

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 10, 2022 12:57 pm Tagged With: Europe, Norway, Pop, singer, songwriter

Pop singer-songwriter, Gabriele Kysel, has released her latest single, “Home.” The track was written by Gabriele Kysel, produced by Gabriele Kysel and Jean-Luc McMurtry, mixed by Jean-Luc McMurtry, and mastered by JD Moon. “Home” explores Gabriele’s journey and how she has come home to music once more, and features her lush vocals accompanied by a […]

Interview with Silk – It’s Hot

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 5, 2022 10:24 am Tagged With: dance, edm, Nevada, Pop, singer, songwriter, United States

Classically trained musician and artist Silk had a vision. Use her many talents and creativity to write and produce music that makes a positive impact on people. As a lifelong positive thinker, Silk fully understands music’s ability to influence our emotions and the effects it has on our energy. In this interview spotlight, I chat with Silk about […]

Interview with Luke De-Sciscio – Happy To Be Here (I might die tomorrow)

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 5, 2022 10:04 am Tagged With: alt-folk, Folk, folk pop, Pop, singer, songwriter, United Kingdom

Singer-songwriter Luke De-Sciscio has released his eclectic new album The Banquet via AntiFragile Music. Oozing with idiosyncratically alluring twists and turns, The Banquet combines folk-rock and baroque-pop sensibilities in order to create a sound that is undeniably unique as a result. From the warm, intimate tones of Baby it’s okay, I’m here, wake up, to […]

Interview with Tori BLK – The Fools Heart

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 5, 2022 9:54 am Tagged With: alt-pop, Alternative, alternative rock, Arizona, indie pop, Pop, singer, songwriter, synth pop, United States

Tori BLK (pronounced “Black”) is a alternative pop independent recording artist, vocalist, and songwriter from Yuma, AZ. In the past, she was lead singer and composer for the emo band called Pride Before The Fall that got recognition for winning 1st place, live on TV, on LATV’s Network Battle of Bands in Los Angeles, CA. […]

Interview with Blackbirds – ControlFreak

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 5, 2022 9:47 am Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, Rock, Scotland, United Kingdom

Formed in mid 2021, Blackbirds have already been tipped as ‘Ones to watch’ by ThisFeelingUK and played multiple headline shows in the clubs of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Their debut single ‘ControlFreak‘ was selected for inclusion on the successful ‘Brits and Pieces‘ compilation album which charted at #39. The track was produced by Mark Morrow (Vistas, […]

Interview with Pratik Ilag – Ansuni Baatein

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 5, 2022 9:41 am Tagged With: Acoustic, Asia, Central Asia, India, indie, Pop, singer, songwriter

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Pratik Ilag about the latest music, adapting during a pandemic, technology and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Where are you from and how do You describe your style of music? I am completely based in Mumbai, born, lived here and wish to be here […]

Interview with Pulse Park – Phonac Music

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman May 4, 2022 11:47 am Tagged With: alternative rock, Canada, Germany, indie rock, pop rock, power pop, Rock, singer, songwriter

The three members of Pulse Park first met some time ago on an Arctic expedition in Qikiqtaaluk, Nunavut/Canada, and started learning their instruments during the long polar nights. These were ukuleles that they traded dry fruits for with the Inuit. After the successful introduction of a breeding program for bowhead whales, the band decided to […]

Interview with Dekker – Let’s Pretend

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 28, 2022 1:03 pm Tagged With: Folk, indie folk, singer, songwriter, United States

American indie-folk artist Dekker prepares to release his eclectically alluring sophomore album I Won’t Be Your Foe on May 20th (2022) via Useful Fictions / Wagram Music. The album is oozing with rich textures from the offset as rippling guitar twangs are met with hypnotic drum beats and whispered harmonies. Dekker’s beautifully honeyed vocal is […]

Interview with Linen Ray – On The Mend

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman April 27, 2022 9:08 pm Tagged With: Alt-Country, Americana, Folk, folk rock, Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Married folk-rock duo Linen Ray is a critically-acclaimed Americana band gleaning inspiration from 1970s Laurel Canyon folk-rock, alt-country and traditional country, and gospel. The pair’s second studio album, On The Mend, out May 13, 2022, brims with earthy but elegant folk-rock. In this interview spotlight, I chat with Linen Ray about the forthcoming release, technology, surviving the pandemic and more. […]