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Past Interviews
Check out past interviews of local and non-local artists:
Colin Hay: How the Frontman of Men at Work Moved On
Colin Hay’s story is one of surrender. Perhaps that’s how it has to be, when your whole life there’s only one path on which you ever cared to travel. “I’ve never gone for credibility, I’ve just gone for trying to connect with people wherever they are,” he says. “I didn’t have a plan. I just started going out on the road and playing shows because it’s all I really knew how to do.”
Folk Hero Forest Sun Talks His Hippie Lineage, Acting in Marin and Music's Healing Power
October 9, 2019
Local legend Forest Sun has played festivals from California to Europe and has opened for such well-known acts as Lyle Lovett, Bonnie Raitt, Steve Earle, Keb Mo, Brett Dennen, and The Beach Boys. We caught up with the musician just before the release of his ninth studio album, Brighter Day, which explores themes of loss, grief, resiliency, and redemption.
San Rafael’s PorchFest: Where Musicians and the Community Come Together
September 20, 2019
We speak to PorchFest's founder Tom Obletz about this free one day event that showcases Marin’s musicians.
Bob Hillman Returns
April 3, 2019
Bob Hillman’s incredible music provided the gateway to open for such renowned acts as Suzanne Vega, Peter Case, and The Weepies in both the US and Europe. With the release of Some of Us Are Free, Some of Us Are Lost, he is reminding us once again he is a talent in his own right.
Ezra Lipp, Multi-Talented Bay Area Musician
March 21, 2019
Ezra Lipp is a Bay Area-based freelance drummer, podcast host of the Ezra Lipp hour (more or less) and band leader of Magic in the Other.
Rick Hardin Plays Novato
March 4, 2019
Singer/Songwriter Rick Hardin teams up with Grammy award-winner Bonnie Hayes for his first full length album since his breakout EP. With powerhouse vocals and inventive songwriting, this sophomore release showcases Hardin’s richly cinematic songs.
The Magic of Magic Giant
February 20, 2019
Since releasing their debut album, "Into the Wind" in 2017, Los Angeles' Magic Giant has been garnering acclaim for their lively mix of alternative, pop and folk.
Martin Sexton Plays Terrapin Crossroads
January 21, 2019
Martin Sexton has fans that include John Mayer and Dave Matthews, and his live shows are widely lauded. Hailing from the Boston music scene, the singer brings together elements of blues, folk, gospel, country, rock and pop in his songs.
Catching Up with Sean Hayes, Local Music Legend
November 8, 2018
Raised in North Carolina and honed as an artist in Northern California, Hayes crafts music that, as SF Weekly puts it, “succeeds on the tension between warm, resonant soul and dirt-road folk, all laced with a wandering troubadour’s coo.”
An Interview With Folk Musician John Craigie
November 2, 2018
John Craigie is a folk music singer-songwriter who has toured with Jack Johnson. Not only does his music have a lot of heart, but the musician also gives back in a bigger way through his #KeepItWarm2018 tour, which partners with local organizations that support the homeless on his 19 city tour.
The Poetic Music of David Berkeley
October 17, 2018
David Berkeley is a Santa Fe-based singer-songwriter, author and storyteller. He has been called "a musical poet" by the San Francisco Chronicle and has been a guest on This American Life, as well as touring with artists such as Adele, Mumford & Sons, Ben Folds, and Rufus Wainwright.
Musician Dan Lebowitz kicks off Hardly Strictly Bluegrass
September 28, 2018
We spoke to Dan Lebowitz, guitarist and singer in Bay Area bands ALO and Lebo and Friends, who will be doing a special show called Hardly Strictly Lebo and Friends to launch this year's Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival in San Francisco, featuring fellow musicians Jason Crosby, Steve Adams, Ezra Lipp, and Lesley Grant.
Catching Up With Ryan Smith of Four Year Bender
September 17, 2018
Four Year Bender has recorded a new full-length album entitled “Gettin’ Gone”, featuring their unique brand of country-fried rock 'n' roll. We caught up with lead songwriter, Ryan Smith, to talk about their upcoming show and new album.
Interview with Steve Kimock
June 13, 2018
Roque Wave Interview with Pat Spurgeon
May 11, 2018
Interview with Michelle Whetstone
May 3, 2018
Interview with Scott Law
April 30, 2018
Interview with Nat Keefe, Guitar Player/Singer Hot Buttered Rum
April 26, 2018
Interview with Chris Trapper, singer-songwriter
March 21, 2018
Interview with Keaton Simons
March 15, 2018
Interview with Johaan Hill (Red Cup), the bass player for Diego’s Umbrella
March 15, 2018
Interview with Jack Mosbacher
March 15, 2018
Ryan Scott of Monophonics
January 30, 2018
Interview with Paige Clem
January 15, 2018
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