Welcome back to Music Maniacs W/ Sight After Dark! Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Singer Sifa Graffiti and Guitarist Dan Berg) as we discuss the now infamous Coldplay concert incident, One of Dan's strangest NYC street interactions, and whatever other random topics our brains gravitate towards! ____________________________________________________________________________ Do you love Music, and Music History, with a side of Comedy? Well you’re in the right place! Sight After Dark (Singer Sif...
Jul 23, 2025•35 min•Ep. 64
Welcome back to Music Maniacs W/ Sight After Dark! Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Singer Sifa Graffiti and Guitarist Dan Berg) as we discuss which American politicians would make the best musicians, Dan's intense preparation for burning man, and whatever other random topics our brains gravitate towards! _______________________________________________________________ Do you love Music, and Music History, with a side of Comedy? Well you’re in the right place! Sight After Dark (Singer Sifa Gr...
Jul 16, 2025•39 min•Ep. 63
Welcome back to Music Maniacs W/ Sight After Dark! The last few weeks have been quiet a wild ride for us. Sifa gets in a car accident, Dan pulls his neck at the biggest show we've ever done, and god decides to roast the entire city of New York. One's thing is for sure: hot or cold, injury or health, nothing is gonna stop us from being Music Maniacs! Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Singer Sifa Graffiti and Guitarist Dan Berg) as we discuss what our favorite rockstars would be as dog breeds, ...
Jul 02, 2025•27 min•Ep. 61
Welcome back to Music Maniacs W/ Sight After Dark! Being independent artists is not always just fun and games. We have spent the last couple of weeks intensely preparing for a new series of events that we have been producing. After the success of the first installment (BK Electric #1) it felt great to take a deep breath, and relax a bit. Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Singer Sifa Graffiti and Guitarist Dan Berg) as we discuss what the show, our future plans, and whatever other maniacal top...
Jun 25, 2025•35 min•Ep. 60
Welcome back to Music Maniacs W/ Sight After Dark! If there is one thing we're sure of, its that music (and life) is constantly changing. Two big changes have happened recently as we mourn the loss of two great musical innovators (Sly Stone of Sly and the Family Stone, and Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys) Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Singer Sifa Graffiti and Guitarist Dan Berg) as we discuss what these two legends mean to us, their place in music, and whatever other maniacal topics our br...
Jun 18, 2025•24 min•Ep. 59
Welcome back to Music Maniacs W/ Sight After Dark! After a few months of not being able to produce podcasts frequently, we have decided to make a change to our usual format. While we love researching and discussing our favorite musicians, it is very time consuming and not conducive to frequent episodes. As such, we have decided to relax our format a bit and turn this podcast into more of a hangout. The two of us love talking music, and we don't always need a specific topic to do it! We aren't go...
Jun 11, 2025•30 min•Ep. 58
Welcome to another episode of Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This is a very special episode, as we are joined by TWO of our favorite artists, Dank Delish ( @DankDelish and RIZR (@rizrmusic)! We have the honor of sharing a stage together June 20th in one of the most amazing musical events Brooklyn has ever seen. We have taken the all the best Electronic music in the Tri-State area and combined it all in...
Jun 04, 2025•20 min•Ep. 57
Welcome to another episode of Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This is a very special episode, as we are joined by TWO of our favorite artists, Dank Delish ( @DankDelish and Bendito (@ayybendito) We sat down for a wide ranging discussion including our favorite concerts, musical process, the history of recording, and so much more. Not only will we be playing a show together in Brooklyn March 14, but we wi...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 56
In this episode of "Music Maniacs W/ Sight After Dark," we dive deep into the groundbreaking impact of Nirvana; the band that defined a generation and reshaped the music landscape of the '90s. Join us as we explore their rise to fame, the raw emotion behind iconic tracks like "Smells Like Teen Spirit," and the tumultuous life of frontman Kurt Cobain. We'll discuss the cultural significance of their music, the mental health struggles they faced, and the legacy they left behind after Cobain's trag...
Aug 01, 2024•48 min•Ep. 55
Welcome to another episode of Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This is a very special episode, as we are joined by of our favorite DJs, Eskay (@eskayinthehouse) Not only is he a great guy, but we have the honor of sharing the stage with them at FirstLive Brooklyn on July 13th 2024! We spoke about the magic of music, the history of house music, how to create the best setlist for a show, and so much more. ...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 54
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This is a very special episode, as we are joined by TWO of our favorite independent artists, Boy Pierce ( @boypiercemusic ) and C.E.L.L.Beatz Productions ( @Cellbeatz ). We met these amazing people years ago on the open mic scene in NYC together, and have the honor of sharing the stage with them at the Brooklyn Music Kitchen on April 11th 2024! We spoke about o...
Mar 28, 2024•59 min•Ep. 53
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. For this episode we are welcoming a very special guest: NOHA is an extremely talented musician that we met years ago playing on the Open Mic scene In New York City. His music is equal parts cinematic, and brooding and we are very excited to share this conversation with you. From songwriting philosophies, to cinematic influences, we had a great time recording th...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 52
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This episode is about one of the greatest bands of all time...Radiohead! Since forming in the mid-1980's Radiohead have proven themselves to be consistent innovators. Not only do they innovate with the music they create, but they innovate in the way that music is released and distributed around the world! Come hang out with Sight After Dark as we discuss all th...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 51
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This episode is about one of the greatest bands of all time...The Isley Brothers! The Isley brothers have revolutionized multiple genres of music during a career spanning over SIX DECADES! They have cemented their place as one of the greatest, and most influential music groups of all time and their significance cannot be understated. Come hang out with Sight Af...
Jan 31, 2024•48 min•Ep. 50
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark (Your new favorite band)! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This episode is about one of the greatest bands of all time...Depeche Mode! Depeche Mode revolutionized music in the 1980s (and beyond) with their innovate use of the synthesizer, and their influence can be felt across multiple genres of music to the present day. Come hang out with Sight After Dark as we discuss all things Depeche Mode! All songs played during ...
Jan 17, 2024•53 min•Ep. 49
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. This episode is about the greatest guitar solos of all time! Obviously there a lots of famous, amazing guitar solos, but on this episode we did our best to choose some options that don't always come up on these kinds of lists. All songs mentioned can be found below: Rory Gallagher - “A Million Miles Away” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4X4rdyXIEw Jeff Beck - “Cause We’ve Ended as Lov...
Jan 03, 2024•41 min•Ep. 48
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark! Every podcast we discuss a different musical topic and/or artist. Since this will be our last podcast for a few weeks, we decided we wanted to do something special and let you see behind the curtain a bit. The topic of this podcast will be.......Sight After Dark! We wanted to give our followers some insight into our life stories, how we met, why we became musicians, and most importantly, what comes next. If you like Sight After Dark, we hope you'll l...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 47
Welcome to Music Maniacs w/ Sight After Dark! Join us as we delve into the legendary world of one of the greatest rock bands of all time, The Eagles. In this podcast, we'll talk through the iconic discography, captivating stories, and lasting impact of this rockin' group. From their formation in the early 1970s to their rise to fame and continued success, we'll explore their signature sound and songs. From the timeless classics like "Hotel California," "Take It Easy," and "Desperado," we leave n...
Jun 21, 2023•58 min•Ep. 46
On this episode of Music Maniacs with Sight After Dark, we sat down with our good friend C.E.L.L.Beatz! C.E.L.L. is one of our oldest friends on the NYC Music scene, and is a very talented rapper/producer. We discussed building a fanbase, dealing with negativity, how to connect with your audience, and so much more! He has just released an amazing EP U.N.C. (Under No Circumstance) that you can check out here! https://open.spotify.com/album/5sETdA9QMxECmxe84tBWsu?si=buvUchSvTOqxT_nD8qD5Dw Enjoy th...
Jun 02, 2023•55 min•Ep. 45
In this episode of Music Maniacs W/ Sight After Dark, we take a deep dive into some of the greatest frontmen (and women) of all time! From Mick Jagger to Freddie Mercury, and from Tina Turner to Prince, we discuss the unique talents and stage presence that have made these musicians so amazing. We'll be talking about the different styles and techniques that make each of these frontmen stand out, from Jagger's WILD dance moves to Mercury's INSANE crowd control. We also delve into WHAT makes a grea...
May 17, 2023•56 min•Ep. 44
For this episode, we sat down with our good friends Reggaelar People! Their feel-good music also puts a smile on our faces, and they are a great time to be around! Not only do we love spending time with these guys, but will be playing the historic Triad Theater together in New York City May 6th 2023! Get your tickets here! https://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.event&eventID=6F88BDC2-95EE-10CF-11E2A5C8B63FE857 Do you love Music, and Music History, with a side of maniacal Come...
Apr 19, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 43
There are very few bands as legendary as Van Halen. With brothers Alex, and Eddie Van Halen leading the way; and the irreplaceable David Lee Roth at the front of the stage, they propelled themselves to international stardom, and changed rock music forever. However, no good story is complete without a little drama, and when it comes to Van Halen, there was plenty to go around. Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Sifa and Dan) as we discuss all things Van Halen! Do you love Music, and Music Histo...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 42
The Supremes are the most successful all-female musical group of all time. Originally led by the irreplaceable Diana Ross, the Supremes released 33 top 40 hits, including 12 #1's!!! Their legacy remains unmatched, and they continue to be an inspiration to musicians of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Sifa and Dan) as we discuss all things Supremes! Do you love Music, and Music History, with a side of maniacal Comedy? Well you’re in the right place! Sight A...
Mar 22, 2023•54 min•Ep. 41
Bob Marley was more than a musician. He was a symbol of righteousness in an unjust world. Bob Marley was the first international superstar from the 3rd world. Bob's music brought his country (Jamaica) and his religion (Rastafarianism) to the world in a way that had never been done before. Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Sifa and Dan) as we discuss all things Bob Marley! Check out music maniacs on youtube here! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-MtlkwV3EoSJFrTRAGfZ8Q Listen to Sight After Da...
Mar 01, 2023•44 min•Ep. 40
For this episode, we sat down with one of our oldest friends in the NYC music scene, the extremely talented Wanya! We spoke about how we first realized we would be musicians, what it is like trying to make a name for yourself in the concrete jungle, and so much more! Enjoy the convo, and checkout Wanya here! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi3SovzXvdHLtKtZsN9d1hw Album: https://tr.ee/9IGsFgwJ_h Instagram: @wanyamusica...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 39
Frank Sinatra may be the most famous singer that's ever lived. From humble beginnings in Hoboken New Jersey, Frank went on to become the voice of a generation, and a century. His songs such as "My Way", "Fly Me to the Moon", and "That's Life" (among many others), have become the soundtracks to countless lives. Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Sifa and Dan) as we discuss all things Frank Sinatra!
Feb 01, 2023•51 min•Ep. 37
Jeff Beck was one of the greatest guitarists to ever live. From his time in the Yardbirds, to his extensive solo career, Jeff Beck proved himself to be a constant innovator, and inspiration to generations of guitarists. Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Sifa and Dan) as we discuss all things Jeff Beck!
Jan 18, 2023•44 min•Ep. 36
Carlos Santana is one of the most Legendary Guitarists to ever live. From the early days of "Black Magic Woman" and "Oye Como Va", to his "comeback" album "Supernatural" and it's massive hit "Smooth", Carlos has been making beautiful music for multiple decades. Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Sifa and Dan) as we discuss all things Santana!
Dec 15, 2022•45 min•Ep. 35
Metallica is the biggest, HEAVIEST band of all time. They have been around for decades, and through hard work, passion, and awesome music, they have cemented themselves as one of the greatest bands of all time. Come hang out with Sight After Dark (Sifa and Dan) as we discuss all things Metallica!
Nov 30, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 34
On this episode we went DEEP with our friend, NYC Comedian Alexander Payne We discussed Kurt Cobain and his artistry, the purpose of art itself, and much much more. In our humble opinion, this is one of the most interesting conversations we have had so far on this podcast, and we can't wait for you to listen!
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 33
