We had the pleasure of interviewing Patrick Droney over Zoom video! Patrick Droney grew up in the era of dedication lines and VHS tapes. He survives on sentimentality. It hits him every time he hears Delilah on the radio or passes by the Blockbuster sign near the bodega on his corner. The Brooklyn and Nashville based artist/producer/guitar sensation returns with his sophomore album, SUBTITLES FOR FEELINGS, which explores the idea that each frame of life holds a deeper context—a subtitle meant to...
Oct 06, 2023•41 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Elliot Greer over Zoom video! Elliot has pulled us in again with another beautiful story. "I Bought A Honda" is about getting memorabilia of a love you once had. Elliot’s posts teasing “I Bought A Honda” across IG have already garnered 1 millions since January 5th of this year. “I Bought A Honda”, Elliot comments:“ ,”Like many of my songs, “I Bought A Honda” is a fictional story derived from glimpses of personal experience. Fleeting feelings that led my spiral...
Oct 04, 2023•53 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Irene Wong over Zoom video! Chinese-American influencer, model, and singer-songwriter Irene Wong, is set to make her mark with the release of her debut single, "mmm IDK," out today. Irene has quickly become one of the newest rising stars on social media, and is now ready to showcase her musical talents with this catchy indie-pop song that promises to captivate audiences worldwide. Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Irene has quickly risen to fame on vario...
Oct 03, 2023•28 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Saint Agnes over Zoom video! If there’s a single word to define Saint Agnes, it’s committed. Two words? Fully committed. Hailing from the UK, this ferocious four-strong outfit are all about honest lyrics, intense vocal performances (from Kitty A. Austen), plus rage-fuelled music intended to give a voice to those closer to the fringe than the centre. As much gang as band, Saint Agnes seek to empower those who’ve been battered and bruised yet refuse to lie down,...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 12 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Kid Prexy over Zoom video! Kid Prexy is a talented powerhouse who is making a name for himself in contemporary Pop, Hip-Hop, and Alternative music. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, the 15-year-old prodigy grew up and lives in Edmond, Oklahoma. Kid Prexy has been playing guitar, drums and singing in the School of Rock band since he was 8 years old and has performed many live concerts in different music genres such as alternative, pop, rock, punk, grunge & blues...
Sep 30, 2023•30 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing TOBi over Zoom video! Nigerian born, Los Angeles-based artist TOBi announces new album PANIC set to be released on October 12th via RCA Records. Alongside the announcement, TOBi shares new bold and fiery track “Flatline” featuring label mate Kenny Mason. Backed by a recurring staccato piano, the track is a smooth blend of both TOBi and Kenny’s vocality and highlights TOBi’s quick-witted lyricism. In addition to the new release, TOBi and his team have also crea...
Sep 29, 2023•34 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Jill Andrews over Zoom video! A few years ago, critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, Jill Andrews, went back home to sing at the memorial service of a childhood friend. In mourning, surrounded by relics of her past, the things and people she used to know, she was struck by how much life had changed. Perfectly preserved brick homes, sidewalks on both sides of the street, untouched jungle gyms and corner stores had her calling out for childhood, an age she rea...
Sep 29, 2023•43 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing AZRA over Zoom video! Keeping in line with the status quo has never been something of priority to pop-rock goddess AZRA. Invigorated by an unshakeable boldness, empowering angst, and life-long affinity for performance, AZRA has learned the importance of never backing down regardless of what society deems acceptable. Breaking through the barriers of complacency and uniformity has allowed this powerhouse to embrace her crown, unapologetically. She immigrated to ...
Sep 28, 2023•32 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Akintoye over Zoom video! Fast-rising hip hop artist Akintoye has released his new single “Fuck Em Up Moses,” out now on all DSPs. Produced by Dan Vucko, “Fuck Em Up Moses” is a display of clever lyricism, spotlighting his unfiltered bravado and steadfast confidence. Over an aggressive beat of floor-shaking kicks and skittering 808s, the spirited anthem sees Akintoye throwing caution to the wind as he delivers slick bars about the complex musical landscape he ...
Sep 26, 2023•52 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Dominique Fils-Aimé over Zoom video! JUNO Award winning artist Dominique Fils-Aimé [FEES-em-AY] recently released her new album, Our Roots Run Deep and shares the cinematic video to her new single “My Mind At Ease”. Our Roots Run Deep is the first statement of a new trilogy from Dominique and follows her award-winning trilogy of Nameless, Stay Tuned! and Three Little Words. This new trilogy will see Dominique look inwards, reflecting on her own emotional and s...
Sep 25, 2023•40 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Yoke Lore over Zoom video! Los Angeles based indie pop project Yoke Lore, the solo musical venture of Adrian Galvin, released his debut full-length album, Toward A Never Ending New Beginning, out everywhere now via Yell House Records. Yoke Lore’s first full length album, Toward A Never Ending New Beginning, solidifies Galvin as an indie pioneer, transcending beyond the genre with his unparalleled talent for captivating listeners with his distinct artistic visi...
Sep 22, 2023•47 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Ava Della Pietra over Zoom video! Ava Della Pietra is an 18-year-old pop artist and former Broadway actress who appeared in the original cast of School of Rock. She then made a name for herself with her innocent pop songs based on her own high school experience, leading to coverage from outlets like Just Jared Jr., Parade, and American Songwriter. Now, Ava is getting ready to enter a new chapter with her single and music video "Ego," which sheds her 'girl-next...
Sep 21, 2023•35 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Stephanie Poetri over Zoom video! The Indonesian-born, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Stephanie Poetri has released her bold and delightfully cheeky new single “Astrologically Illogical,” out today via Infinite Thrills/88Rising. While her music has been known for its soft, ethereal qualities that come through in her stunning alto voice, this song marks an exciting new chapter of powerful vocals, edgy lyrical prowess, and a healthy dose of indie-pop/indie-...
Sep 20, 2023•40 min
Amplify Color: The Rise of Black Radio Charlamagne Tha God. Wendy Williams. Robin Quivers. The names are familiar, but the stories of their trials and triumphs in the radio industry may not be. Amplify Color: The Rise of Black Radio reveals the empowering and inspirational stories of individuals who left an undeniable impact on the radio industry despite the challenges and battles they faced. Each week, we chronicle the history of Black radio through the story of a trailblazer who made a long-la...
Sep 18, 2023•9 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Gozu over Zoom video! It only takes a few seconds exposure to the rolling riffs of opening track “Tom Cruise Control” to be reminded that this is Gozu’s world, we’re just living in it. Given that it has been five years since the Boston quartet dropped the monstrous Equilibrium, returning with Remedy is one hell of a way to make sure that everyone - whether previously familiar with them or otherwise - realizes that they are perhaps the most badass of American r...
Sep 17, 2023•1 hr 50 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Levi Hummon over Zoom video! Singer-songwriter Levi Hummon spent his early 20s practicing his art, but his immersion into country music started much, much earlier. From the day he was born, his father Marcus Hummon, (one of Nashville’s most prolific GRAMMY-winning songwriters [The Dixie Chicks, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts]) immersed Levi in the music scene, and It didn't take long to realize the apple didn't fall far from the tree. At 24, Levi began releasing mu...
Sep 15, 2023•34 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing The Main Squeeze over Zoom video! There seems to be an aura in the air when the five members of The Main Squeeze enter a room. A multicultural five-piece from Los Angeles, CA, The Main Squeeze have built a cult following in the States on the road – putting rubber to pavement and playing over 1,000 shows together over the past nine years. For a group of men with completely different backgrounds, tastes, religions, and opinions, there’s already a spirit shared a...
Sep 14, 2023•49 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Warren Zeiders over Zoom video! Rising country star Warren Zeiders recently received the RIAA platinum certification for his standout single, “Ride The Lightning”. As his debut single with Warner Records in 2021, “Ride The Lightning” catapulted Warren into one of the genre’s fastest-rising success stories in recent history. Released as part of his critically acclaimed 717 Tapes, the song was only the second Zeiders had ever written, leading PEOPLE Magazine to ...
Sep 13, 2023•32 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Caskets over Zoom video! There’s an art to looking back. For Caskets, it could have been easy to plough forwards regardless, riding the wave of success from their breakthrough debut ‘Lost Souls’ that opened tours up across the United States and mainland Europe, and secured appearances at landmark festivals Download and Slam Dunk. But having swapped the bedrooms that fostered album number one for countless hours on the road, reflecting on that journey and the d...
Sep 11, 2023•43 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Jaime Wyatt over Zoom video! If love is a place, then Jaime Wyatt’s found it with her ambitious and hopeful new album, Feel Good, brimming with joy and pushing her sound to new sonic and emotional heights, while blurring the lines between classic roots, southern soul, and vintage R&B. Today, Wyatt fully embraces that notion of musical effervescence with the grooving end of summer love song “Love Is A Place” where she expresses her experience learning to lo...
Sep 08, 2023•41 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Jet Jurgensmeyer over Zoom video! Rising actor and talented musician Jet Jurgensmeyer recently released his latest single, "Falling Too". "Falling Too" showcases Jurgensmeyer's growth as an artist and his ability to captivate audiences with his heartfelt vocals. The song was written collaboratively by Jet Jurgensmeyer, Brian Sauerwald, Kyle Winski, and Pierson Swanson. The production team behind the single includes Jurgensmeyer himself, Dan Frizsell, and Butch...
Sep 07, 2023•54 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Leah Kate over Zoom video! Alt-pop singer Leah Kate recently announced her debut album ‘Super Over’ and is ushering in a new era filled with empowerment, knowing your worth, and living your best life. This new chapter cements Leah as one of break-up pop’s heavy weights and one of the leaders in the genre. Leah Kate will be bringing her pop-rock anthems and undeniable charisma to several cities in North America this Fall for her headlining tour. SUPER OVER NORT...
Sep 06, 2023•28 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Viisi over Zoom video! Viisi, formerly known as Matthew Borley, takes us on a journey through his music evolution. Born in Calgary, Canada, and raised in Winnipeg's chilling cold, Viisi's hip-hop passion ignited through his father's influence. Crafting rhymes from age 10, a Facebook track at 14 garnered praise, boosting his music confidence. YouTube beats fueled his creativity, progressing to licensed tracks, with parental support enhancing his setup. Viisi's ...
Sep 03, 2023•28 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Oliver Hazard over Zoom video! Waterville, Ohio indie-folk outfit Oliver Hazard captivates listeners with their unique blend of delicate arrangements and sturdy melodies on their new self-titled album released today with Nettwerk. Listen to the album that’s sure to win hearts with its introspective lyrics. The album is the work of 3 individual singers, songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, who share an organic connection in the craft -- sensibilities that yi...
Sep 02, 2023•35 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Sarah Reeves over Zoom video! Nashville-based pop singer Sarah Reeves recently released the official music video for "Get Back Your Fight" In March 2023, upon receiving an incredibly engaging reaction on social media after posting an early clip of her newly-written (at the time) song, "Get Back Your Fight," Sarah Reeves finished writing, recording, and producing the fiery, theatrical track in her Music Row studio in Nashville. "THIS is a survival song! Amazing...
Sep 01, 2023•41 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Gareth Donkin over Zoom video! Described as a “soul savant” in a Billboard feature out this week, London-based singer-songwriter and producer Gareth Donkin has released his debut album Welcome Home via drink sum wtr, a new label formed by A&R Nigil Mack in partnership with Secretly Group, as a part of the newly minted All Flowers Group. Across 10 shimmering tracks that mine classic influences ranging from R&B and yacht rock to funk, pop and more, Donki...
Aug 31, 2023•37 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Boy Named Banjo over Zoom video! Boy Named Banjo has announced their major label debut album Dusk, due out September 29 via Mercury Records Nashville. On Dusk, the Nashville-native group explores the full emotional spectrum of the rich, eclectic sound they’ve honed over the last decade. Along with the announcement, the band also shares their wistful new single “Lonely In This Town." Produced by longtime collaborator Oscar Charles (Caroline Spence, Charlie Wors...
Aug 30, 2023•38 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Madilyn Bailey over Zoom video! Pop singer-songwriter Madilyn Bailey recently released her Hollywood Dead LP! Prior to its release Madilyn dropped a scintillating trilogy of earnest pop bangers, “Doomsday in LA”, “Tattoos & Therapy”, and the most recent single, "Serious". "Serious" is a summer anthem that melds head-bopping percussion with infectious synth sparkles, and finds Madilyn with one foot out of the door, struck by the possibility of a momentous n...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 2 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Wowashwow over Zoom video! Rising hip-hop artist and female powerhouse, Wowashwow, has released her sophomore album, The Algorithm. This body of work is a testament to Wowashwow's ability to blend her punk rock heritage, eccentric indie hip-hop vibes, freestyle rap finesse, and a fearless approach to "obliterating the pop formula." The result is a genre-fluid experience that defies categorization. Produced by Sam J Garfield, The Algorithm challenges the premed...
Aug 27, 2023•49 min
We had the pleasure of interviewing Holding Absence over Zoom video! From the moment of our first breath to the very last gasp we take before we die, we never stop growing as people. Every trial and tribulation, every heartbreak, success and failure, every scar, blemish and wrinkle is another brushstroke illuminating our life’s unique canvas. As Holding Absence frontman Lucas Woodland sings on “The Angel in the Marble,” the closing track on his band’s outstanding third album The Noble Art of Sel...
Aug 26, 2023•38 min
