Chatting with UK artist Laurence Archer of Grand Slam

Chatting with UK artist Laurence Archer of Grand Slam

May 2, 2024 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

UK artist Laurence Archer of Grand Slam discusses how he began his music career at age 17 1/2; his experience working with Grand Slam and Phil Lynott; reviving Grand Slam and songs written in the 80s with Lynott (the original reels were stolen from Lynott’s studio after his death); quitting guitar for 10 years after working in the film industry; the new upcoming album Wheel of Fortune and the re-release of Hit the Ground, an album released in 2019 prior to COVID; and much more! […]

Chatting with Melody Cristea of the melodic metal band Liliac

April 29, 2024 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

Vocalist Melody Cristea with melodic metal band Liliac discusses the band’s original material, the new album Madness, shutting down the Santa Monica pier, being called the “Partridge Family,” and the song “Rise Up.” […]

Chatting with John Nickoloff of the band NICKOLOFF

April 24, 2024 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

John Nickoloff of the rock band NICKOLOFF discusses his career, how he came up with covering the band Poison, the new album Envy, and where Nickoloff is going from here. […]

Chatting with Bill Pascali of the New Rascals, Vanilla Fudge, and Steam

April 3, 2024 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

Bill Pascali has been carrying on the legacy of rock and roll for many years. He has worked with the New Rascals and Vanilla Fudge, contributing heavily to their history and their sound. Bill now is doing the same with the band Steam, and Rock at Night had a chance to sit down with Bill to talk about these things and much more in a wide-ranging discussion! […]

Chatting with Canadian band Frantic Lullabies

March 1, 2024 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

Frantic Lullaby discusses its inception during their high school and college years, the genre they deem ‘post rock shoegaze,’ pre-stage performance anxiety, the new single “Blurry Vision,” collaboration and songwriting, being the leader in a band, and the practical goals and aspirations in the time of streaming and ‘pay to play.’ […]

Chatting with John Ramsey of Orange Animal

February 21, 2024 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

John Ramsey of Cleveland band Orange Animal discusses the origin of the band’s name, the stories behind songs on their recent album Still Frames, using string accompaniment and collaborating with musicians, writing music during COVID, playing at the infamous Viper Room, and their upcoming tour. […]

Chatting with Andy Summers of the Police

November 28, 2023 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

Andy Summers discusses The Cracked Lens + A Missing String tour; living and studying in California; photography, including his opinion of AI; punk and New Wave; and a couple of the Police songs, including “Mother.” […]

Chatting with Natasha Petrou of UK band Casual Wednesday

November 22, 2023 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

Tash Petrou of the London band Casual Wednesday discusses the origin of the band’s name; how Drew Barrymore, roller derby, and an accident kickstarted her music career; Essex girls; the EP Visions; gigging in London; the support from queer bands; opening for Republica at the O2 Islington; and new music. […]

Chatting with Johnny McCuaig of Arcana Kings

November 13, 2023 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

In the interview, Johnny McCuaig discusses how bag pipes were incorporated into their rock music; the band’s Star Trek-themed video for their cover of Slade’s “Run Runaway”; the logistics of the band playing when there are 8 hours between them; Vegas gigs and Bike Week in Sturgis; their latest release “Soldier On,” which helps veterans; and the upcoming release “Kenistino.” […]

Chatting with Detroit band Second Hand Mojo

November 8, 2023 Chyrisse Tabone, Ph.D.

Vern Springer and James Hampton of Second Hand Mojo discuss the origin of the band’s name; the band’s 70s sound and their admiration of ZZ Top and Boston; the ‘new’ classic rock sound; life during COVID; their comparison to Huey Lewis & the News (sans the sax); Wang Chung; their thoughts on touring; and the making of the video for “Good Vibes.” […]

Podcast: Interviews