On this episode of SoundsLikeNYC we talked with Devynity Wray about going to LaGuardia high school as a black teen in the 90's, how she expresses the African-American experience through her artwork and more! Check out Devynity here: https://www.devynity.com And On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devynitywray Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soundslikenyc Website: ThroughTheBoros....
Mar 30, 2021•49 min
On this episode of SoundsLikeNYC we talked with Lydia Halloway about how she effectively markets her music, her rapid success on streaming and more! Check out Lydia here: https://www.lydiahalloway.com/about And On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lydiahalloway/ Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soundslikenyc Website: ThroughTheBoros.com SLNYC Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/pla...
Mar 18, 2021•35 min
On this episode of SoundsLikeNYC we talked with William Schalda Jr. (aka SWIVS) about his life in NYC as a kid from Staten Island in the 80's and 90s, the nature of fame in the age of social media and more! Check out SWIVS here: http://swivs.net/ And On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swivs_/ Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soundslikenyc Website: ThroughTheBoros.com SLNYC Playl...
Mar 18, 2021•30 min
On this episode of Sounds Like NYC we talked with Andrew Feyer about his love for the keytar, how the carton's from his childhood #90s kid affect his taste in music and more! Check out FEYER here: https://feyermusic.com And On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feyermusic/ Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soundslikenyc Website: ThroughTheBoros.com SLNYC Playlist: https://open.spoti...
Mar 10, 2021•46 min
On this episode of Sounds Like NYC we talked with Kate Gratson about topics such as adapting her latest music video to fit pandemic restrictions, finding her sounds through trial and error as a musician, and how she transitioned from the classical music world into the pop music world! Check out Kate here: https://www.instagram.com/kategratson/ And her latest single: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odVNXxSW_oY Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://tw...
Feb 25, 2021•51 min
On this episode of Sounds Like NYC we talked with professional Guitarist, Sus Vasquez (Karol G, Luis Fonsi, Anuel) about her tips for when on tour, how to make the most out of social media as a musician, being grateful for her career and more! Check out Sus here: https://www.instagram.com/susvasquez/ And her collaboration album with Juan Dussan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOFtsvXCwkE&list=OLAK5uy_mzfGG61lIZ6KjpirquLaZ1flNRvlvIU5E Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...
Jan 20, 2021•26 min
In this episode of SLNYC News we talking about the star-studded lineup for the inauguration of Joe Bide and Kamala Harris, them possibility of Dolly Parton having a statue erected in her honor, the future of Governor's Ball, Gov Cumos's plan to revitalize the New York arts industry and The Harlem Gospel Choirs' tribute concert to Martin Luther King Jr. -- Sounds Like NYC News is a weekly news series focusing on local NYC art and culture, while also highlighting more widespread news stories in th...
Jan 18, 2021•5 min
On this episode we talk with NYC-based guitar builder/luthier about things such as the history of guitar building in NYC, his journey of creating his original guitars designs and what it's like marketing guitars as a small builder in the age of influencers and YouTubers Follow Dean Gordon Guitars Here: https://www.instagram.com/deangordonguitars/ https://www.deangordonguitars.com/ Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Face...
Jan 14, 2021•53 min
On episode 78 of Sounds Like NYC, we talk with Rich Guerzon and Anik Dufresne about the perks of being an artistic couple, how Rich has been developing himself in his other artistic pursuits and the nature of the modern music industry . Rich's Projects and Music- Motion Graphics Reel: https://vimeo.com/276146715 Paintings: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155675120823380&type=3 Dog Society: https://youtu.be/mikEOM-raYU Holy Harmony (Anik and Rich) “Never Give Up”: https://youtu.be...
Jan 07, 2021•39 min
On episode 78 of Sounds Like NYC, we talk with Sam Addeo about her interesting day job working in the digital humanities space and the story behind the creation of her debut single, Loving Someone, with Biyo. Follow Sam here : https://www.instagram.com/samaddeoo/ And Biyo: https://www.instagram.com/biyobiyo_/ Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soundslikenyc Website: ThroughTheBoros.com...
Dec 29, 2020•33 min
On this episode we talk with Dirty Circuit, a band of high schoolers who are trailblazing their early career with tons of potential still left in them. We talk about lineup and name changes as a band, playing local house shows in NYC and how their identity as musicians is intertwined with New York. Follow Dirty Circut Here: https://www.instagram.com/dirty_circuit/ - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https...
Dec 26, 2020•56 min
In Episode 6 of Sounds Like NYC News, we talk about Eminiem's new release making beef between himself Snoop Dog and Paul McCartney, Chadwick Boseman's last performance in the new Netflix film, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, The greatest snow sculpture of a rat you'll ever see, a case of terrible vandalism in the NYC Neighborhood hardest hit by Corona and a new beautify bird-based street art on Broadway. This week's Artist Spotlight; Snack Cat-Fight or Flight Music Vid: https://youtu.be/ognIXTTGw-g Pa...
Dec 22, 2020•7 min
On episode 76 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with Duval Fred about marketing music to a specific audience, the nuances of being recognized by your peers and his self reflection through his music journey. Follow Duval here : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duvalmusic/ Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2nzCBklwAxk4TWLUlwjS2i?si=yosvrGz3TyOP06fuupHxAw Listen to "Talking To Myself" Here: https://album.link/Q0PFxn90M5795 - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ ...
Dec 19, 2020•44 min
On episode 75 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with Amanda Rockenbach about being new to life in NYC, developing herself in the midst of the pandemic and artist receiving fair compensations from streaming Follow Amanda here : https://www.instagram.com/amanda.rockenbach/ Listen to The Wicked Here: https://song.link/i/1536599319 - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soundslikenyc Website: T...
Dec 17, 2020•44 min
On this episode of Sounds Like NYC news we talk about Blue Ivy’s Grammy Nomination, the death of country legend Charlie Pride, NYC’s new program to help performers make money again and more! Musicians of the Week: Ellajay (IG - @ellajay.music ) - Skydiving: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtyUY4uk-Qs Anthony Montana (IG - @ofthewhitecrown ) - Highs N Lows: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1C5VaXdmVs IG Ki Storii (IG - @ki.storii ) -Throw It Back (feat. Ceddy P): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k...
Dec 15, 2020•7 min
On episode 74 of Sounds Like NYC we got the chance to sit down with graphic designer and student, Charis Forrester. We spoke about her obsession with concerts, how she developed her GIF-centric and bold design style and being a professional while also being a student. Follow Charis Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charisforre... https://www.charisforrester.com/ - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook...
Dec 13, 2020•33 min
On episode 73 of Sounds Like NYC we got the chance to sit down with independent musical artist Ashley Strongarm. We spoke about what it was like working as a featured musician on Vine with over half a million followers, confronting the hypocrisy of the church through her music, and her theory revolving pigeons with missing toes. Follow Ashley Here: Instagram: instagram.com/AshleyStrongarm Twitter: twitter.com/AshleyStrongarm Facebook: fb.me/AshleyStrongarm Website: https://ashleystrongarm.com/ L...
Dec 09, 2020•41 min
On this episode of Sounds Like NYC news we talk about the 24 MTA trains that got tagged, Lil Uzi Vert’s response to Rihanna and ASAP Rocky dating, one of NYC’s top jazz clubs unfortunately closing, the shutting down of Radio Disney, and SiriusXM’s new collaboration with 88rising. Musicians of the Week: Warning Label - Tess Elena IG - @tesselenamusic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFuSCMXVJZE My Disconnection - Feyer ft. Siege Spitfire IG - @feyermusic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vJzk4mPK7E...
Dec 07, 2020•7 min
On episode 72 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with music duo, Fab The Duo about what’s it like to be lovers in a professional music group, their passionate and very diverse fan base and how their different music paths melded together in the formation of their career. Follow Fab The Duo here : Instagram: @fabtheduo Facebook: Facebook.com/fabtheduo Website: https://www.fabtheduo.com/ Listen to their music here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5qZUQEq54RZGylD6j3UfNh?si=MnZLLt_PRtG_KnrfPLjJNg - - - Follo...
Dec 06, 2020•34 min
On episode 71 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with Aleksi Glick the guitarist of NYC Jazz-Fusion Band, Snack Cat. We cover topics such as how the band got its name, how NYC developed Aleksi as a musician, and all the inner workings of a modern band in the midst of the COVID pandemic. Follow Aleksi and Snack Cat here : https://www.instagram.com/snackcatband/ - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https://www.faceb...
Dec 02, 2020•35 min
On this episode of Sounds Like NYC news we talk about the new Mariah Carey Christmas special we're all so excited about, Nicki Minaj and Bon Iver's twitter dispute, music venue Blackthorn 51 in Elmhurst, Queens unfortunately closing due to COVID, and NYC Jazz Club Blue Note reopening for dining. Musicians of the Week: Abbie Roper - lillies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTrZDR9IJvo&list=OLAK5uy_nBvj8YrYM2ZY8DZjfdcwWzvAKrQHmYBxo Sara Ontaneda - Experimento: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i...
Dec 01, 2020•6 min
On episode 70 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with musician and Washington Heights native Tess Elena about expressing romantic vulnerability through her music, being a singer-songwriter in NYC and got her career started through performing at the UN. ------------- Follow Tess here : https://www.instagram.com/tesselenamusic/ https://www.youtube.com/user/TheTelena92/videos - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook:https...
Nov 29, 2020•29 min
On episode 68 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with photographer and cinematographer Stefan Bunbury about age discrimination as a young professional, the COVID-19 lock-down helping him further his career and the life as a professional in NYC. "My name is Stefan Bunbury and I am a New York City based professional photographer/filmmaker. I specialize in a wide range of photography/videography and have always loved capturing moments in time through imagery and video. My ultimate goal as a photographer an...
Nov 22, 2020•21 min
On episode 67 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with musician/producer Kenneth Takanami about how his remix of a track from the South Korean hit movie, “Parasite” ended up being feature on South Korean news, how his Japanese and American heritage has influenced him and his virtual performance on LAVAPALOOZA 2020. Kenneth's Instagram and Website: https://www.instagram.com/kennethtakanami/ Listen to Kenneth’s Music: https://linktr.ee/kennethtakanami/ - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram...
Nov 22, 2020•47 min
On Episode 001 of Sounds Like NYC news we get into depth with the Doja Cat & Plini Roessler-Holgate incident regarding her 2020 MTV EMAs performance of "Say So", The Foo Fighters performing their latest single off their 10th album, ‘Medicine At Midnight’ "Shame, Shame", some great restaurants with live music in New York City, Governor Cuomo's latest mandate for NYC and a little bit about Abracadabra Trip, a Mobile music jam that plays on the roof of Bluebyrd Bus that tore it up in McCarren P...
Nov 16, 2020•7 min
On episode 66 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with pop musician Paytra about growing up moving to NYC by herself as a 16 year old, the importance of knowing the business side of the music industry and how being of a mixed heritage has shaped her outlook on life. At the age of sixteen, Paytra took the risk of a lifetime and packed up her belongings, heading to Brooklyn, New York by herself. It was here where she honed her skill of teaching piano that allowed her to save up money to self-fund her caree...
Nov 15, 2020•22 min
On episode 64 of Sounds Like NYC we sat down with film composer and NYU alumni Juan Dussan! We talked about film composition cliches and how he chooses to avoid them, how to approach film composing and the freedom that the piano allows in making music. Juan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jpdussan Listen to Juan’s Music: https://lnk.bio/tirX - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Facebook: https://www.facebook....
Nov 11, 2020•40 min
On episode 64 of Sounds Like NYC we sat down with the NYC based band, Stereoship. We talked about the multicultural aspect of the band, what it's like creating new music in the midst of a pandemic and how great craigslist is for finding new bandmates in New York City Listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5J5VtrEz87E7gh0xRyCYoc?si=96I7FxOxSoWqCwESZhlC6Q Follow Stereoship Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stereoshipmusic/ Listen to Stereoship's Music Here: https://open.spot...
Nov 05, 2020•39 min
On episode 63 of Sounds Like NYC we talk with cup ramen reviewer and culinary entrepreneur Aaron Mays about outrageously great tips as a waiter, the existence of a culinary secret society and his culinary podcast and entrepreneurship. Aaron's Instagram: https://instagram.com/gotdamn_ace?igshid=kd4e4mbvzlhk Aaron's Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCBWcCyRp0l4Q5XPriwidj0g - - - Follow Us Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundslikenyc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoundsLike_NYC Face...
Nov 01, 2020•38 min
On this episode of Sounds Like NYC we sat down painter Chemin Hsiao. We talked about nurturing children’s creativity, the importance of separating your work and home space and the beauty of watercolor art. is a visual artist based in Queens and Brooklyn. Hsiao received his BFA and MFA from the School of Visual Arts and was a recipient of the New Work Grant (2017 & 2019) and ArtSite Public Art Commissioning (2018) from the Queens Council on the Arts. Hsiao has taken part in artist residencies...
Oct 28, 2020•41 min
