LA-based indie rock band Family of the Year have come a long way since releasing their debut EP in 2009. Consisting of brothers Sebastian (drums/vocals) and Joseph (vocals/guitar) Keefe, James Buckey (guitar/vocals) and Christina Schroeter (keyboard/vocals), the band created an early buzz, having been chosen by Ben Folds and Keith Continue Reading
Interviews
The Rassle discuss their latest single “Roll On”, their DIY approach to the band and their Spotify Summer playlists
NYC-based indie-electronic/rock band The Rassle has been creating a buzz with their super catchy and feel good pop. The band is made up of brothers Blair and Reed Van Nort, who draw influences from bands such as Kasabian and Arcade Fire, as well as ’50s Rockabilly, punk rock, music from Continue Reading
Mainland discusses their recently released EP, Villians, their video for “I Found God” and their first headlining tour
New York City post-punk/pop band Mainland, fresh off of tour supporting The Mowgli’s, is currently on their first headlining tour, having recently released their latest EP entitled Villians. Comprised of Jordan Topf (vocals, guitar), Corey Mullee (guitar, keyboard) and Alex Pitta (bass), the members all came to NYC from California Continue Reading
Josie Dunne discusses her upcoming debut EP, seeing her latest video play in Times Square and her favorite podcasts
Nashville artist Josie Dunne was always destined for a career in music, having grown up in a creative and art-loving household. Although she grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, she has since moved to Nashville to focus on her music. Knowing from a young age that she wanted to Continue Reading
HARE discusses changing their band name, recording their debut EP and their upcoming EP release party
New York indie-pop band HARE are ready for a fresh start to their musical career. Formerly called Seb Isaac Band, singer/guitarist Sebastien Isaac, guitarist James Licata, bassist Graham Orbe, Keyboardist Jon Caplan and drummer Michael Santa Cruz decided to change the band name to HARE and released their first single Continue Reading
HAETHOR discusses their upcoming album, creating a distinct sound and video production
The classical/alternative crossover band HAETHOR is creating a buzz with their fresh blend of genres, creating a unique sound of their own. Comprised of opera singer Amy Owens and industry veteran, composer and producer Howard Wulkan, the two met by chance at one of Owen’s opera performances and decided to Continue Reading
An interview with Matthew De Ver
Growing up with the iconic poet, author and singer-songwriter Shel Silverstein as a father, musician and producer Matthew De Ver is forging his own path in the music industry. Having lost his father at the age of 15 and witnessing his mother’s struggle with (and eventual recovery from) alcoholism, De Continue Reading
The Great Heights Band discuss their sophomore album, touring the West Coast and music videos
Baltimore indie rock band The Great Heights Band are wowing critics with their sophomore album rad-pop., which was released on April 20th. Formed in the spring of 2014 by singer/guitarist Neal Karkhanis and drummer Paul Martinez, TGHB quickly made a name for themselves in the Baltimore music scene, opening for bands such as Continue Reading
An interview with UK punk band, COUNTERFEIT
UK punk band COUNTERFEIT is on a mission to travel and rock stages around the world. Consisting of lead vocalist/guitarist Jamie Campbell Bower, guitarists Sam Bower and Tristan Marmont, bassist Roland Johnson and drummer Jimmy Craig, the band is currently in the midst of their first US tour. Having signed Continue Reading
Tennis System discuss art and design, dream tours and staying true to their vision
Photo by Anthony Tran LA indie rock band Tennis System are creating a buzz with their infectious music and live shows. Although the band is based in LA currently, singer Matty Taylor started the band in Washington, DC in 2009. Needing a fresh start after feeling musically misunderstood by the Continue Reading
Sleeping Lion’s Nate Flaks talks debut EP, curating the perfect Spotify playlist and moving to Los Angeles
Although new to the scene, Indie-electronic band Sleeping Lion, comprised of Nate Flaks and Noah Longworth McGuire, is already forging their own path in the industry and garnering plenty of critical praise along the way. Having started out in a folk band, Nate met Noah and quickly changed musical direction Continue Reading
Folk artist Eli Lev shares how the different directions in his life have prepared him for his debut EP
Washington, DC-based Folk/Americana artist Eli Lev is making his mark with audiences and the industry with his impressive live shows. An avid traveler, Lev’s travels are a source of inspiration for his songwriting and gives him the chance to see new places and meet new people. Our staff writer, Emily Continue Reading