Menke, a Swedish songwriter, producer, and instrumentalist, fills us in on her recent creative inspirations, her love of analogue photography, time in the circus, and more:
Read MoreMeet Bahari, the duo comprised of singer/bassist Natalia Panzarella and singer/keyboardist Ruby Carr. After parting ways with a major label, the two have reclaimed their sound and have collaborated with producers like Illenium, Zedd, and Grey. In this interview, Natalia and Ruby speak on their beginning from opposite sides of the globe, the evolution of the creative process, Rock Mafia, and why they’re now “off-white.”
Read MoreThis past year, Justin Jesso has set the stage ablaze. From touring the globe with Kygo to releasing his debut EP, Let It Be Me, he continues to add more dimensions to his artistry. As a solo artist and a songwriter, Justin’s drive to master his craft may be unmatched.
Read MoreMatt Kid, aka Slow Meadow, harnesses an inner spirituality that can be felt through his music. His view of the world has evolved through the lens of great thinkers, meaningful sounds, love, and the struggle of staying connected to the moment. Plug in your headphones and you won’t hear words. Slow Meadow crafts sonic landscapes that pull on listeners’ bliss, fears, and anxieties.
Read MoreMeet Seeb, aka Simen Eriksrud and Espen Burg, two powerhouse artists and producers who understand the science and feel behind a great song. With a combined four decades of experience, the two have mastered the mix of emotion and energy, crafting smash hits like ‘Grip’ with Bastille and their remix of ‘I Took A Pill In Ibiza.’ Take a dive into minds of the duo who thinks nowhere near the box.
Read MoreAt the end of 2018, Alec Benjamin released a mixtape titled ‘Narrated For You.’ Before that, he got signed by a major label, made an album, then got dropped. He’s spent time touring with Matisyahu, Jon Bellion, and Hoodie Allen. Over in Europe, he played the guitar and sang for fans in parking lots outside of Troye Sivan and Shawn Mendes concerts. “I handed out a ton of business cards, my Staples bill was insane,” says Alec. From playing parking lot shows to releasing smash hits like ‘Let Me Down Slowly,’ here’s a bit of insight into Alec’s story telling process.
Read MoreIn today’s do-it-yourself atmosphere, the artist can be in complete control of their work. Every intricacy, emotion, lyric, and backdrop can be carefully crafted by one mind. The mind of Timi Tamminen ventures to the outer edges of the spectrum rarely exposed in the mainstream. Any notion from the darkest thought to the most blistering ecstacy is fuel for the creative process.
Read MoreIn our latest podcast with Jon and Luke of Great Good Fine Ok, we spoke on the inspiration behind their latest releases, the creative process, Elon Musk, and the all important art of thrift shopping. We broke down a few tips from Jon and Luke to help you avoid some thrift shopping pitfalls.
Read MoreOn our latest podcast, we spoke with the producer/songwriter FINNEAS who is now making waves as a solo artist. In 2018, FINNEAS has released six single thus far, treating each song with its own story and carefully crafted cover art. He has also made music with talents like Khalid, Tori Kelly, Wafia, and of course, his sister Billie Eilish. We’ve taken a few of our favorite quotes from the podcast interview and broke them down below:
Read MoreIn our podcast conversation with gnash, we discussed the inspiration behind his latest single ‘dear insecurity,’ the power of simplistic production, his relationship with G-Eazy, and many more intimate topics. We broke down a few quotes from the conversation and dove deeper into gnash’s words. You can stream the full episode with gnash and ‘dear insecurity’ below:
Read MoreFor our latest podcast feature, we sat down with Andrew Goldstein who goes by his artist name, FRND. Having worked with prominent musicians like Demi Lovato, Celine Dion, and Blackbear, FRND has built a strong songwriting foundation. In 2016, FRND began releasing music under his own moniker. He combines pop-punk elements with an electronic soundscape to bend genres in a unique style. Diving deeper into his sound, we pulled a few of FRND's quotes from the podcast and examined them further.
Read MoreWilliam Reed, LA's most prolific DJ, has headlined Oscar afterparties, played alongside world-class producers like Calvin Harris, and helped organize illegal desert raves. Never wavering from DJing as an art form, William takes party-goers on a journey from sunset to sunrise no matter the atmosphere. How does one man play up to 300 sets per year, breathe life into the West Coast, and still manage eight hours sleep? Here's how William Reed does it.
Read MoreLauren Sanderson knows how to express herself. The medium may change, but the core identity never wavers. Building up a fan base on YouTube, Lauren recorded covers and inspired thousands through motivational speaking. She hosted her own Ted Talk and spoke professionally before transitioning into music full-time. Soon after, she released the EP Spaces independently which reached number one on the charts. Now signed with Epic Records, Lauren looks to channel her unapologetic persona on a wider scale.
Read MoreMudFunk, a nine-piece neo-soul/funk collective, is carving an emotionally charged path in the city of Vancouver. Led by Adriana Parejas (vocals) and Will Lloyd (guitar), this nine-piece force sparked from a friendship at audio engineering school. Meeting at Pacific Audio Visual Institute, Will and Adriana envisioned a modern sound mixed with a soulful feel. On the heels of their debut EP, the two discuss the realities of working in a nine-piece group, the creative process behind MudFunk, and how their ideas of success have transformed.
Read MoreNaomi Wild, an electronic hip-hop singer-songwriter based out of LA, just released her second solo single 'Howlin.' The track confronts society's obsession with acting "too cool to care." Since her childhood, Naomi has always cared about music. She explored electronic music with her brother, recorded vocals on her phone, and snuck into music festivals. Now, she sings on some of the largest stages in the world alongside the DJ duo, Odesza. Naomi sings on 'Higher Ground' by Odesza which has garnered over 30 million streams. From the parking lot bench to mainstage Coachella, the journey continues with her first solo project on the horizon.
Read MoreDarci, an anonymous producer-vocalist duo, molds hip-hop, electronic, and R&B elements into a laid-back vibe. The lyrics span celebration and depression, while the production emanates a 'driving through the city night' sound. Darci has performed alongside Lil Xan with more live shows on the horizon. Their latest release, 'On My Own,' stands atop their polished production and distorted vocals. We spoke with the dynamic duo over email to learn more about their songwriting process, skull cats, and creative inspirations.
Read MorePierre Maulini, the frontman of STAL, never separates sounds from natural beauty. The cinematic, post-pop aura of STAL reflects the world outside of the studio. Pierre learned to blend the natural with the electronic while on tour with M83. He became close with Anthony Gonzalez, the mind behind M83, and became exposed to a side of music he had never experienced. After the tour, Pierre teamed up with longtime friend and drummer, Renaud Rodier, to form STAL. A fusion of electronic influences and Pierre's post-rock roots, STAL looks to break out with the release of their upcoming EP, Fresh Blood.
Read MoreJustin Jesso, the voice behind Kygo's uplifting track 'Stargazing,' broke through as a songwriter long before collaborating with the Norwegian powerhouse. Also a co-writer on 'Stargazing,' Justin has worked with dozens of top-tier artists in the industry. He recently received a Grammy nomination for his writing efforts on Ricky Martin's number one single 'Vente Pa' Ca.' A vocalist at heart, the Chicago native now sits poised to breakout behind the mic.
Read MoreBryan Sammis, the lead singer and guitarist of La Bouquet, has already carved a deep path in the music industry. The former drummer of The Neighbourhood and the man behind the solo act Olivver The Kid, Bryan joined forces with lifetime friend Jake Lopez to form the band La Bouquet. He battles heartbreak and depression by capturing his demons in the lyrics. With La Bouquet's debut album on the horizon, Bryan opens up about those inner demons, the inspiration behind 'Loveless,' and his journey towards finding himself.
Read Morealayna, an electronica R&B artist from New Zealand, started out by singing with her father. She eventually picked up the guitar and experimented with her own sound. Moving to Brooklyn after university for a year, she felt inspired by the magnetic environment. After years of struggling with self-doubt and identity, her EP caught the attention of the label 20XX. Now 24, alayna's debut single 'Falling Autumn' has surpassed 4 million streams with her other tracks right behind it.
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