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[Artist Interview] Dan Briggs of Between The Buried And Me: New Tour DVD, The Band’s Writing Process, And The Visual Aspect of BTBAM Shows | March 2014 Interviews

[Artist Interview] Dan Briggs of Between The Buried And Me: New Tour DVD, The Band’s Writing Process, And The Visual Aspect of BTBAM Shows | March 2014

When it comes to the modern world of heavy metal and progressive rock, Between the Buried and Me are heavyweights. Famed for their signature style of technical metal and long compositions, they’ve held their own as being one of the most talented bands in the scene since their inception back in 2000. Between playing sold […]

Mar 21, 2014 Read →
Kydd Jones at Red Bull Sound Select SXSW 2014 [Artist Interview] Festival Coverage

Kydd Jones at Red Bull Sound Select SXSW 2014 [Artist Interview]

Austin, Texas has always been an oasis for rising musicians, but there aren’t many big rappers that come to mind…yet. Kydd Jones is on a mission to get the ATX hip-hop scene on the map where it belongs, and Jones will be on top of it. Listening to his unique compositions and raw lyrics, you’ll […]

Mar 20, 2014 Read →
Interview with Templo | Debut Album Release Electronic

Interview with Templo | Debut Album Release

We first tasted Templo when we caught his set on the last day of the Gem and Jam Festival. Coincidentally enough, he also happened to be our hotel neighbor for the weekend. Hailing from Denver, Liam Shea is further proving that Colorado is a center of the music world right now. Spinning off of Ableton, […]

Mar 20, 2014 Read →
[Photo Gallery] Bagheera Interview | Red Bull Sound Select | SXSW 2014 Electronic

[Photo Gallery] Bagheera Interview | Red Bull Sound Select | SXSW 2014

Bagheera (who are now known as Wrestlers as of August 2014) are an electronic duo hailing from Houston, TX. Consisting of Aidan Kennedy and David Elkin, the two producers blend genres seamlessly such as disco, R&B and House. Their live performances are energetic and soulful, bringing to mind an American version of Disclosure. Bagheera has […]

Mar 18, 2014 Read →
[Artist Interview] DRRTYWULVZ from Austin, TX Electronic

[Artist Interview] DRRTYWULVZ from Austin, TX

DRRTYWULVZ is the electronic brainchild of Austin-based producer Levi Witt. Imaginary is the budding producer’s sophomore EP, and its full of unique basslines, uplifting melodies, and downtempo ambience. The 6-track EP exemplifies the producer’s versatility, as it’s appropriate for both the dance floor and reflection at the end of the night. I got the chance […]

Mar 10, 2014 Read →
[Artist Interview] Punk-Emo Giants Emery On Their 10th year Anniversary of the Weaks End | The Door in Dallas, TX February 6, 2014 Interviews

[Artist Interview] Punk-Emo Giants Emery On Their 10th year Anniversary of the Weaks End | The Door in Dallas, TX February 6, 2014

During my angst-filled, awkwardly teenage formative years, I went through what everyone else did at that age – a solid emotional roller coaster. Every complication was the end of the world, my parents were my biggest frustration and no one understood me better than Emery. These guys were the soundtrack to my life. Nothing screams […]

Feb 20, 2014 Read →
[Artist Interview] Futexture Electronic

[Artist Interview] Futexture

Futexture (real name David Krantz), is an up and coming electronic producer from Asheville, North Carolina. Boasting a multi-layered sound that combines melodic dubstep, atmospheric tones and down tempo beats, his music is the ultimate spaceship. Each intricately laid track hits in just the right way, making it the perfect soundtrack to drift away to. […]

Nov 5, 2013 Read →
[Artist Interview] Falling In Love with Krista Darling Interviews

[Artist Interview] Falling In Love with Krista Darling

///Falling in love with Krista Darling (real name Krista McKenzie) isn’t very hard. Not only is she an artist of several mediums, but she is extremely skilled in every single one of them. She has made custom pieces ranging from ‘wearable art’ dresses, paintings and sculptures. Each work of art is crafted with her signature […]

Oct 4, 2013 Read →
[Artist Interview] Roger Sellers | Red Bull Sound Select in Austin,TX Electronic

[Artist Interview] Roger Sellers | Red Bull Sound Select in Austin,TX

By Brooke Stalker Turning the turbulent tide of a crestfallen crowd is no doubt an upstream… shit man, more like an up-waterfall battle. And yet Roger Sellers was able to do so. Executing a performance with such finesse, he produced a momentous vibe. Transforming the dazed crowd into a mass of utter jubilation. This feat […]

Sep 4, 2013 Read →