Interviews
By Larry Felton. Hope That Recognizes Suffering Before Laura Beth Johnson and Sawyer Fredericks sit down to write together, they make a list. Not of chords or hooks, but instead, a list of the things they have in common. The practice, introduced by Johnson, sits at the heart of the EP they’ve been working on […]
By Rob Skane. Over the course of a distinguished career, Rees Shad has established himself as a master storyteller whose songs blend literary depth with melodic craftsmanship. Working within the broad traditions of Americana, folk, and roots music, Shad creates richly detailed narratives that reveal both a keen observer’s eye and a songwriter’s instinct for […]
Rooftop Park In Focus Sara Busone chats with Andy Araya, aka Rooftop Park, about “Dannemora,” impromptu video shoots, performing live, and streaming services RRX: So, Rooftop Park … what was your inspiration for that name? AA: I used to be a part of a band over 10 years ago. And I remember there […]
By Sara Busone. RRX: What was your first show like? Was it your best show? If not, what was your best show like? TD: Our VERY FIRST SHOW was the China White reunion show at the Fuze Box … 4 years ago this August … Brother T & The Boys had FIVE songs in our […]
By Rob Skane. I have had the extremely good fortune to have seen Danny Holmes perform hundreds of times. He’s an incredible songwriter, singer, and guitar player. Danny’s music is available on all streaming platforms. Do yourself a favor and give his work a listen. His songs have depth, substance, and beautiful musicality. You can […]
Brooklyn’s Killing Connor is an unapologetic metalcore band visibly on the rise. They delivered a blistering set this past March at Empire Live, kicking the night off for Overkill. Killing Connor comprises Matt Rosenthal (guitar), Connor Shann (bass), Brian Thompson (vocals), and Dan Schleicher (drums). RRX: Tell me about your most recent song, album, or […]
By Sara Busone. RRX: Who do you admire in the local music community and why? Duane Beer: A couple of groups that first come to mind. I like Zombie Giuliani; their album “No State Solution” (currently cassette only) is one of my all-time favorite punk rock albums. It’s loose in all the right ways, and […]
photo: Cherry Drop, by Vision Immortal By Sara Busone. Detroit rockers Cherry Drop played the Rock & Roll Cookout at No Fun last night. We spoke with vocalist Lucas Sunn to learn a little bit more about them. RRX: We all get a little support from those around us. Who do you admire in your […]
By Chad Koenig. I am talking with Albany native, poet, and playwright Carol Durant, who is promoting her debut play, “Drive To Live in Albany,” which will be performed on Friday, May 29th at 7 pm, and Saturday, May 30th, at 4 pm and 7 pm at the Interfaith Sanctuary, located at 959 Madison Ave. […]
An Xperience Interview By BradQuan Copeland. Even beneath the blaze of the summer sun, he dwells within the chill of grog, locked within the ruins of rumination, feeling as though a fraught string has been threaded through his temples, looped around his skull, and constricted with the hunger of a feral serpent. His disdain for […]
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