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 Reaven – (Be)For Tomorrow

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 31, 2022 10:09 am Tagged With: Electro, Europe, France, pop rock, Rock, singer, songwriter

If you wanna go on a Pop / Rock trip, sail away in an Electro boat to travel the world, you should meet Reaven. 4 strong identities, 4 guys who met along the way, leading to a Pop / Rock universe colored with a provocative electro touch. Reaven offers a very personal Indie Rock sound […]

Interview with Amber Lewis – Lips & Teeth

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 31, 2022 9:52 am Tagged With: Alternative, Folk, jazz, New York, New York City, R&B, singer, songwriter, United States

Amber Lewis is a singer-songwriter, painter, and rising social worker living in Brooklyn. A poet at heart, Lewis is influenced by Joni Mitchell, Nina Simone, and Mitski, and uses song as a form of intimate storytelling. Amber has been performing since she was a child, and has appeared at Rockwood Music Hall, The Bowery Electric, […]

Interview with The Whythouse – The Country Files

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 30, 2022 10:01 am Tagged With: Canada, Country, Hip Hop, Pop, Reggae, urban

In this interview spotlight, I chat with The Whythouse about the latest release, surviving the pandemic, technology and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. Who Is The Whythouse? The Whythouse is an iconic Canadian Multi-Genre Urban group that keep bringing new and exciting music for all to enjoy. The Band formed in […]

Interview with Alex J Price – Love of My Life

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 30, 2022 9:52 am Tagged With: Nashville, R&B, singer, songwriter, Soul, Tennessee, United States

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Alex J Price 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’m from Nashville, Tennessee and I’ve lived here all my life! Though country […]

Interview with Nicole Boggs & The Reel – Existential Blues

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 30, 2022 12:00 am Tagged With: Americana, Nashville, Rock, singer, songwriter, Tennessee, United States

Nicole Boggs & The Reel are questioning everything. Rooted in three-part harmony and existential blues, they inject rock ‘n’ roll riffs and vindicated vocals into social commentary, holding a mirror to the absurdity of modern life. Nicole Boggs (bass, lead vox), Alex Kramer (guitars, vox), and Sam Gyllenhaal (guitars, vox) bring drastically different personalities, philosophies […]

Interview with Ryan Tennis – Oh, Alexandra

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 28, 2022 1:31 pm Tagged With: Folk, Pennsylvania, Pop, Rock, singer, songwriter, Soul, United States

Singer-songwriter Ryan Tennis has just released his new single, “Oh, Alexandra.” “It’s a tale as old as time, and now it’s my time to tell it,” muses the world-touring musician. The tale is one of unrequited love with a twist, and the lively single is an upbeat, heartfelt acoustic track that draws the listener in […]

Interview with Tate Simms – Utmost

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 24, 2022 10:00 am Tagged With: Funk, New York, New York City, R&B, Rock, singer, songwriter, Soul, United States

In this interview spotlight, I chat with Tate Sims about the latest project (Utmost), adapting during the 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 was born in NYC, NY and basically raised in Teaneck NJ, which […]

Interview with KULT KRIMES – Stove Top Stuffing

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 22, 2022 12:25 pm Tagged With: Electronic, Experimental, Oregon, singer, songwriter, United States

US recording artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist KULT KRIMES has unveiled his captivating new single, “Stove Top Stuffing”. The track is taken from the Portland artist’s recently released debut album, Good Grief, and arrives alongside equally impressive visuals. With its unique and experimental sound, “Stove Top Stuffing” stands out on first listen and will no doubt […]

Interview with Mackenzie Day – Stuck in the Wrong Movie

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 21, 2022 8:37 pm Tagged With: Alternative, California, indie, Pop, San Diego, singer, songwriter, United States

Unfiltered and unapologetic, Mackenzie Day is an open book with a lot to say. Emotional, vibrant production highlights her daring, lyric-driven alternative style. Not one to shy away from topics like toxic relationships, moving across the country, and waking up from denial, she hopes to heal and empower others through her therapeutic writing process. In […]

Interview with Abi Nav – Olivia

by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman March 21, 2022 8:30 pm Tagged With: Acoustic, acoustic pop, Asia, Central Asia, India, New Jersey, Pop, pop rock, singer, songwriter, United States

Boston-based singer-songwriter Abi Nav weaves stories with his songs. He grew up writing songs to navigate turbulent times, and uses music to give hope to others. With his raw, self-aware lyrics and ability to write unforgettable melodies, Abi Nav is quickly establishing himself as a visionary in the pop-rock music scene. In this interview spotlight, […]