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.” […]
Charlie Souza discusses Mudcrutch; working with Gregg Almann and Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers; the early-70s bands–glam rock White Witch, blues rock Cactus, and rock Bacchus; and Radio St. Pete. […]
Secondary Colors discusses their interest in 60s music (e.g., The Pretty Things, Dave Clark Five, the Zombies, etc.), the formation of the band, and their bright pastel jumpsuits! […]
Sammy Lee of Red Reign discusses the band’s latest single “Don’t Look Back,” writing music during COVID, mental health, and using the double-kick bass drum for music. […]
Teddy Clarke discusses his retro look (very Teddy Boy), songwriting during COVID, collaborating with Ben Bogen, songwriter/mixer of Analog & Digital, the formation of the live band, his background in theatre, growing up in London with the wealth of musicians and venues, his video making with a Super 8, performing on BBC Introducing, and plans for the future. […]
Sid Stratton and the band talked about their recent experience of getting to play at the 2023 Inkcarceration festival at the Ohio State Reformatory after a battle of the bands; setting up equipment for gigs; and their new album release. […]
Singer/songwriter Tamar Berk speaks about her new album tiny injuries. She started work on the album after the passing of her father and, along the way, began to redefine herself – and sometimes in an unflattering manner. The album was released on August 18th. […]
Veteran musician Greg Armstrong discusses his collaboration with a ‘supergroup’ of musicians to reimagine Dio’s “This Is Your Life.” Called ‘This Is Your Life 2023,’ the proceeds of the project go to Dio’s Stand Up and Shout Foundation. […]
Ian Cattell, bassist/vocalist with Brit Floyd, the “World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience,” discusses how he became a fan of the legendary British rock act, what era of Pink Floyd was the best, and just how much leeway does a performer with a tribute band have in the music. […]
David Stewart, Jr. and Chava Ilizaliturri of Migrant Motel discuss their creative process, musical hooks, festival scenes, long distance songwriting, success and so much more […]
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