The Westerlies are a dream band for me. The secret is out now about how I would dream about conducting an orchestra in my mind while contributing my parts by playing the clarinet & the drums but alas that was only a dream… but this band has no woodwinds or percussion and is comprised ofContinue reading “I Hear A Symphony”
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Chromatica Ball: A Fan’s Perspective
Let me start off by saying, I have been waiting for this concert for two loooong years. Damn to COVID because it was originally supposed to be in 2020 & pushed back till now, August 19, 2022. I have been to Fenway Park many many times as I am a diehard Red Sox fan, theContinue reading “Chromatica Ball: A Fan’s Perspective”
Betcha Gonna Love Us
As I’ve mentioned before, I love listening to the playlists that Spotify creates for me and one of the songs that caught my ear was Pleasure by the band Betcha.. so when I like a song, I need to learn more about the artist… so lucky for me they happily agreed to talk with me.Continue reading “Betcha Gonna Love Us”
The Satellite Station
I spoke with Travis Rue, of The Satellite Station, a few months ago because his voice moved me so much, I really wanted to know about the man behind the music….and special thanks to Zachisatourist for bringing my attention to this talented artist. Q: When did you start taking music seriously enough that you feltContinue reading “The Satellite Station”
Newport’s Laden Valley Homecoming
There have been many exciting things happening in Newport, RI this month… including the filming of Hocus Pocus 2 in Washington Square & Man vs Food at The Hungry Monkey on Broadway but TONIGHT at The Jane Pickens Theater at 7pm is Laden Valley’s debut album release party. Q: So it’s great to see aContinue reading “Newport’s Laden Valley Homecoming”
Jack of All Trades
When I first reached out to Jack about an interview I assumed he was in a couple of bands but it’s actually like 6+ bands and he’s probably joined more since I spoke to him in early June. So lets find out what drives him to want more.. Q: At what age did you firstContinue reading “Jack of All Trades”
Leave it to June Cleaver & The Steak Knives
There are some bands that have interesting names & there’s usually some long story or unique incident how it came to fruition.. but by far one of the best names for a band that I’ve come across is, June Cleaver & The Steak Knives.. for those of you who are too young to remember theContinue reading “Leave it to June Cleaver & The Steak Knives”
At Home, He’s A Tourist
Q: Your band is Zachisatourist but you are also a member of Michael Barrow & The Tourists….when did you start branching off as a solo artist? A: I’ve actually been releasing solo music for as long as I can remember. I fronted a band in high school and released a few SoundCloud EP’s my firstContinue reading “At Home, He’s A Tourist”
Simon Says
Funny story on how this interview came about.. I was reading about this Simon Finn above in an article on musicians who don’t tour much anymore and then I researched (not very well obviously) and asked another person, named Simon Finn, these questions & it was the wrong person. Shame on me! Thankfully, I foundContinue reading “Simon Says”
5 Questions with Doll Skin
So on March 13th, I was supposed to attend a show at Alchemy Providence to see Doll Skin, who was the headliner for a few punk bands including local favorite, Never Coming Home.. But by then the Coronavirus was gaining steam and Providence Mayor Elorza had issued a ban on all entertainment licenses to beContinue reading “5 Questions with Doll Skin”
Music To Your Ears 