Interviews
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By Rob Smittix. RRX: So is it Steve or Steven? What do you go by? SP: Whatever, you know? Every day is different. I respond to both, so … RRX: I mean, it’s your call. SP: Steve’s cool. RRX: Alright, we’ll go with Steve. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me. It […]
The Wisdom Behind Sova Acclaimed local pianist Sova (aka Sophia Subbayya Vastek) talks with Sara Busone about her new album, the meaning behind her chosen name, performing vs composing, and alleyways. By Sara Busone. RRX: I’ve noticed in some of your videos you seem to have a penchant for alleyways! SV: Yeah! You know, I […]
By Sara Busone. RRX: Where do you see yourself next year? In the next five years? AG: I’ve got some big dreams! In the next year, my band is releasing its first full-length album. My band is called From Starlight, for which I play lead guitar and sing backing vocals. We’ve worked hard and carefully […]
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 […]
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