Jazz Pianist Caili O’Doherty Reclaims Lil Hardin Armstrong
We chat with Caili O’Doherty about her career, new recording celebrating the life of Lil Hardin Armstrong, and how hard it is to make jazz in the current climate.
Interviews
Interviews with popular culture creators in areas that include music, film, TV, books, games, comics, and more.
Ellen McIlwaine Was a Goddess Ahead of Her Time
Director Alfonso Maiorana talks about music pioneer Ellen McIlwaine, who raised the power and profile of female musicians, and how she achieved her hard-earned “goddess” status.
Cryogeyser’s Shawn Marom Goes Time Traveling
Alt-rocker Shawn Marom discusses Cryogeyser’s career-peak new record, which is a magical, heartfelt journey through grief and growth.
Iranian Filmmaker Ali Asgari Embraces Imagination as a Tool of Resistance
Iranian filmmaker Ali Asgari’s genre-bending documentary ‘Higher Than Acidic Cloud’ embraces the power of imagination as a tool of resistance.
Caylee Hammack’s Country Comeback Is Captivating
Releasing her first album since 2020, country crooner Caylee Hammack drew on plenty of experiences with heartache. So much that she decided to write a novel.
Bob Mould’s Righteous Anger and Hope for the Future
Alternative rock legend Bob Mould returns with a very timely, politically-minded album, Here We Go Crazy, a spring tour, and chats about his musical work.
Lollapalooza Is an Artifact That Will Never Be Replicated
Lollapalooza dragged alternative culture into the sunlight, created a safe space with Mötley Crüe-level hedonism, and became an artifact that will never be replicated.
Melodic Hardcore’s Stunning Mid-2020s Resurgence
Hardcore has experienced a meteoric rise in popularity since 2020. Subsequently, the past two years have brought a revived interest in melodic hardcore.
Gypsy & the Cat and the ‘Epic of Gilgamesh’
Australian dream pop duo Gypsy & the Cat reflect on how the ancient Homeric poem ‘The Epic of Gilgamesh’ informed their music career.
Drive-By Truckers’ Patterson Hood Goes Through the Looking Glass
Drive-By Truckers frontman Patterson Hood’s new solo record is an unsentimental look back at events that shaped him.
Celia Hollander on the Perfect Conditions For Life on Earth
Following Celia Hollander’s career is a bit like chasing the white rabbit through Wonderland. Her work ranges from scoring to sound installations and visual art.
Legendary Musician Dion DiMucci Gives a Braggin’ Interview
Legendary Dion DiMucci discusses his new book, musical conversion, creativity, the blues, and how faith – and braggin’ – have made him a better writer.