In 2013, folk-influenced indie pop band The National Parks, comprised of Brady Parks [guitar, vocals], Sydney Macfarlane [keys, vocals], Cam Brannelly [drums] and Megan Parks [violin], released their debut album Young and have cultivated a loyal following of fans over the years. Based in Provo, Utah, the 4-piece band has grown into an Continue Reading
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Hello Forever discuss their debut album, the inspiration behind their songs, living together as a collective and what’s next
Art pop collective Hello Forever combine a wide range of genres in their music, including Pop, Rock, R&B, Soul, Jazz, Doo-Wop and Gospel, to name a few. Drawing their name from the desire to stay connected to people on an eternal level, the band is inspired by everything from the Continue Reading
Dance Loud discuss embracing their differences, their new single and upcoming album, their interest in time travel and what’s next
Chicago electronic dance duo Dance Loud, comprised of Kristin Sanchez (DJ/Decks/Synths/Mix Engineer/Mastering) and Deseree Fawn (Drums/Guitar/Bass/Vocals/Arranger/Mix Engineer) formed in 2008 and have gained a steady following due to their unique mix of digital and analog sounds. The real life couple combines Kristin’s electronic production and DJ talents with Deseree’s live Continue Reading
Reflecting on the past, discussing the future and getting weird with Adam Turla of Murder By Death
Chances are that the moment people hear the unique and soulful sound of Murder by Death, most of them will instantly become a fan. The band, made up of Lead singer Adam Turla, cellist Sarah Balliet, drummer Dagan Thogerson, David Fountain on the piano (and pretty much everything else) and Continue Reading
The Captain’s Son discusses their new album, running their own label and what’s next
California pop band The Captain’s Son, comprised of Paige Byrd (guitar/vocals), Jarred Hayden (drums) and William Hopkins (bass/vocals), blend catchy warm guitar melodies, laid-back harmonizing vocals and upbeat drum rhythms, reminiscent of early California surf pop. Living in Long Beach, California, the band formed after Byrd and Hayden started playing together as teens. Hopkins later Continue Reading
Duncan Fellows discuss their new EP, new music video, growing their sound and what’s next
Indie rock band Duncan Fellows, comprised of Colin Harman (guitar/vocals), Cullen Trevino (guitar/vocals), Jack Malonis (keys/back up vocals/guitar), Tim Hagen (drums) and David Stimson (bass), have been garnering a growing fanbase over the past several years. Based in Austin, TX, Trevino and Harman met while attending the University of Texas, Continue Reading
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