New York-based singer and multi-instrumentalist Imani Coppola cultivated a love of music at an early age, with a jazz musician father, bass playing mother and siblings who were also musicians. She learned the violin at the age of six and studied studio composition briefly at State University of New York Continue Reading
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Twen discuss their new album, making their own merch and what’s next
Nashville based indie rock band Twen, comprised of Jane Fitzsimmons (vocals) and Ian Jones (guitar) as the core members of the band, released their debut album Awestruck on September 20th via Frenchkiss Records. Though unabashedly indie rock, Twen’s songs genre-bend from shoe-gaze-sized walls of sound to Beatle-esque call-and-response harmonies. Fitzsimmons and Jones Continue Reading
Azam Ali discusses her new album, becoming an independent artist and what’s next
Azam Ali encapsulates many gifts as an artist. Born in Iran, schooled in India and having lived in Canada, the LA-based singer, songwriter, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist has been named one of the most versatile and gifted singers and composers on the international stage today. Spending her formative years Continue Reading
Rod Melancon discusses his new album, his early days and what’s next
Singer-songwriter Rod Melancon is a talented songwriter and storyteller whose lyrics draw inspiration from his life. The son of a theatre teacher, his mom introduced him to tons of plays and novels while growing up, which in turn influenced the artist he is today. Born in the back country of Continue Reading
Super Low discuss their new album, growing up in Memphis and what’s next
Previously known as China Gate, the Memphis indie-pop band changed their name recently to Super Low. Adams explained, “We changed the name to Super Low because we now have a rotating group of musicians to help with touring; while before we had the same five members for over three years.” Continue Reading
Welsh Avenue discusses his new EP, his latest single and what’s next
Austin based alternative electro/pop artist Mark DiLillo, better know by the moniker Welsh Avenue, has been steadily gaining the attention of critics and fans alike with his commanding songwriting and clear, steady production. DiLillo was classically trained on the piano from the age of 8 until the age of 17, Continue Reading
Chase Your Words discuss working with Kellin Quinn, their latest single and what’s next
Canadian pop-rock band Chase Your Words, which is comprised of Chris Siglos (guitar/vocals), James Songalia (guitar/vocals) and Alex Johrden (drums), combine nostalgic mid-2000 vibes, infectious hooks and bouncy melodies that have earned them plenty of buzz since their formation in 2013. Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens signed the band Continue Reading
Matthew Connor discusses his latest single, his growth as an artist and what’s next
Boston-based musician, producer and composer Matthew Connor has been described as an old-fashioned crooner with a dark, modern twist who “writes heart-wrenching songs that combine the windswept ideals of classic American balladry with stark depictions of modern-day alienation”. With a sound that’s been described as a blend of Portishead, Daughn Continue Reading
The Magic World of DREAMERS
2019 has been a big year for Brooklyn-based alternative band DREAMERS. The band released a full-length album and spent their summer on touring the nation with 311 and Dirty Heads, then soon after the tour ended they announced a headlining tour for the fall. DREAMERS is probably the most versatile Continue Reading
Josh Berwanger discusses his new Berwanger album, his hiatus from music and what’s next
Musician Josh Berwanger has been playing guitar since he was a young kid, acquiring his first guitar at the age of 10 and learning to play with the help of a friend. Although he played in some pop punk bands as he got older, he formed the beloved emo/indie-rock band Continue Reading
The End Of America discuss their latest single, their start as a band and what’s next
Philadelphia indie rock/folk The End Of America, which consists of James Downes, Trevor Leonard and and Brendon Thomas, met on the road as solo artists while singing harmonies on each other’s songs. With voices that naturally blended together, the trio decided to form TEOA and have been traveling the country, Continue Reading
Joanne Shaw Taylor discusses her new album, being discovered by Dave Stewart and what’s next
British blues rock guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor has been referred to as “the new face of the blues” and it’s a well deserved accolade. Discovered by Dave Stewart of The Eurythmics at the age of 16, she was inspired in her early teens to play the blues after listening to Continue Reading