Lily Moayeri

music journalist since 1992 | educator since 2004 | podcaster since 2020 | Iranian American since birth

Single Drunk Female (Freeform)

Reviewed for Under the Radar: Single Drunk Female (Freeform/Hulu) Watch the official trailer for the series.

January 19, 2022 · Leave a comment

Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 3.55: DJ Tay James

In the 55th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, I talk about my recent experience interview Justin Bieber‘s DJ Tay James for the cover of DJ Life Magazine.. Listen … Continue reading

January 12, 2022 · Leave a comment

Sound Bites: In The Studio: Polo & Pan’s Cyclorama

Polo & Pan‘s Paul Armand-Delille interviewed for their album Cyclorama for the second issue of DJ Life Magazine: Sound Bites: In the Studio Polo & Pan’s Cyclorama Watch the official video … Continue reading

December 31, 2021 · Leave a comment

Tay James: Bieber and Beats

Justin Bieber‘s DJ Tay James interviewed for the cover of the second issue of DJ Life Magazine Tay James: Bieber and Beats

December 31, 2021 · Leave a comment

Legendary Club Promoter Dave Beer Returns to His Artistic Roots

Iconic UK club promoter Dave Beer of Back to Basics interviewed about his visual art for Fine Art Globe: Legendary Club Promoter Dave Beer Returns to His Artistic Roots From cut-and-paste flyers and … Continue reading

December 30, 2021 · Leave a comment

The Best Literature We Read in 2021

For Book and Film Globe‘s The Best Literature We Read in 2021 write-up on Jessica Anya Blau‘s Mary Jane: The Best Literature We Read in 2021 Our critics pick the books that affected them … Continue reading

December 30, 2021 · Leave a comment

Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 2.54: Bloopers Part Four

In the 54th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, co-producer, director and editor Laurence Schroeder compiles the flubs and frustrations from the episodes in the second half of 2021 for … Continue reading

December 29, 2021 · Leave a comment

Tune In, Turn On: The Best Music Docs of 2021

Listicle of the 12 best music documentaries and music docu-series to stream over the 12 day of Christmas for Rock and Roll Globe: Tune In, Turn On: The Best Music Docs … Continue reading

December 28, 2021 · Leave a comment

“Six Feet Under” Music Supervisors Thomas Golubić and Gary Calamar on the Show’s 20th Anniversary

Six Feet Under‘s music supervisors Thomas Golubić and Gary Calamar interviewed for the HBO series’ 20th anniversary for Under the Radar: Six Feet Under Music Supervisors Thomas Golubić and Gary Calamar on the Show’s … Continue reading

December 24, 2021 · Leave a comment

Dave Gahan & Soulsavers: Imposter (Columbia)

Reviewed for Under the Radar: Dave Gahan & Soulsavers Imposter (Columbia) Listen to the album on your platform of choice.

December 24, 2021 · Leave a comment

In-Studio With Harry Styles’ Grammy-Nominated Immersive Audio Engineer, Greg Penny

Producer Greg Penny interviewed at his studio in Ojai, California for his Sony 360 Reality Audio Grammy-nominated immersive mix of Harry Styles‘ Fine Line for Variety: In-Studio With Harry Styles’ … Continue reading

December 23, 2021 · Leave a comment

Hard Feelings: Hard Feelings (Domino Recording Co.)

Reviewed for Under the Radar: HARD FEELINGS HARD FEELINGS (Domino Recording Company) Stay up-to-date with all things HARD FEELINGS here.

December 23, 2021 · Leave a comment

The Best Albums of 2021: The Ballots

The ballots submitted by us critics for The A.V. Club‘s The 20 Best Albums of 2021 My personal ballot Check out The 20 Best Albums list here.

December 23, 2021 · Leave a comment

The 20 Best Albums of 2021

For The A.V. Club‘s The 20 Best Albums of 2021 write-ups on: Silk Sonic An Evening with Silk Sonic and Jungle Loving in Stereo Check out the whole list here. Check out … Continue reading

December 23, 2021 · Leave a comment

22 For 2022: Under the Radar Selects its Top Tips for the New Year

Write-up on RIVER for: 22 For 2022: Under the Radar Selects its Top Tips for the New Year Check out RIVER’s videos on their YouTube channel.

December 22, 2021 · Leave a comment

From ‘BoJack Horseman’ to ‘WandaVision,’ 10 Standout Theme Songs of the Streaming Era

Listicle of the best theme songs for the streaming age for Variety: From ‘BoJack Horseman’ to ‘WandaVision,’ 10 Standout Theme Songs of the Streaming Era

December 21, 2021 · Leave a comment

Best of 2021: Five Albums Lily Moayeri Has Been Rocking Out to this Year

Compiled a list of five albums I have been rocking out to in 2021 for New Noise Magazine: Best of 2021: Five Albums Lily Moayeri Has Been Rocking Out to … Continue reading

December 16, 2021 · Leave a comment

Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 2.53: Reid Speed

In the 53rd episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my 21-and-a-half years of experiences with Reid Speed. Listen here: Or on your preferred podcast platform:   … Continue reading

December 15, 2021 · Leave a comment

Flood Magazine’s Best Albums of 2021

For Flood Magazine‘s The Best Albums of 2021 write-up on: Billie Eilish Happier Than Ever

December 15, 2021 · Leave a comment

The Best Music Books of the Year

Compiled a list of the best music-related books of the year as a holiday gift guide for Book and Film Globe: The Best Music Books of the Year A Holiday Shopping … Continue reading

December 15, 2021 · Leave a comment

And Just Like That…(HBO Max)

Reviewed for Under the Radar: And Just Like That… (HBO Max) Watch the official trailer for the limited series here.

December 9, 2021 · Leave a comment

Noel Gallagher – Out of the Now (AXS TV)

Reviewed for Under the Radar: Noel Gallagher – Out of the Now (AXS TV) Watch a clip of the Noel’s TV special.

December 8, 2021 · Leave a comment

Female and Fierce: The Women of Netflix

Preview of the Women of Netflix roundtable at Variety‘s Music for Screens Summit 2021 for Variety Hitmakers 2021 Issue: Female and Fierce: The Women of Netflix Watch the Summit and the 10 Biggest … Continue reading

December 3, 2021 · Leave a comment

Variety Hitmakers 2021: Yeti Beats

Yeti Beats interviewed for his production on Doja Cat’s “Kiss Me More” featuring SZA for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2021

December 2, 2021 · Leave a comment

Variety Hitmakers 2021: Serban Ghenea

Serban Ghenea interviewed for his mixing on The Weeknd’s “Save Your Tears” and “Blinding Lights”; Doja Cat’s “Kiss Me More” featuring SZA; Lil Nas X’s “Montero (Call Me by Your … Continue reading

December 2, 2021 · Leave a comment

Variety Hitmakers 2021: Rogét Chahayed

Rogét Chahayed interviewed for his production on Doja Cat’s “Kiss Me More” featuring SZA for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2021

December 2, 2021 · Leave a comment

Variety Hitmakers 2021: Liana Banks

Liana Banks interviewed for her songwriting on Saweetie’s “Best Friend” featuring Doja Cat for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2021

December 2, 2021 · Leave a comment

Variety Hitmakers 2021: Lydia Asrat, Gordan Dillard, Wassim “Sal” Slaiby and Josh Kaplan

Lydia Asrat, Gordan Dillard, Wassim “Sal” Slaiby and Josh Kaplan of SalXCo, 10Q Management interviewed for their work on Doja Cat’s “Kiss Me More” featuring SZA Saweetie’s “Best Friend” featuring … Continue reading

December 2, 2021 · Leave a comment

Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 2.52: Mansun

In the 52nd episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experiences with Mansun over the last 25 years. Listen here: Or on your preferred podcast platform: … Continue reading

December 1, 2021 · Leave a comment

Producer William Orbit on Coming Back as a Recording Artist: ‘I Have Always Gone Down the Rabbit Hole’

William Orbit interviewed for his Starbeam EP for Variety: Producer William Orbit on Coming Back as a Recording Artist: ‘I Have Always Gone Down the Rabbit Hole’ Listen to the Starbeam EP on … Continue reading

December 1, 2021 · Leave a comment

Ross Golan’s ‘And the Writer Is’ Podcast Marks 150th Show With Clear-Eyed View on Songwriters’ Challenges, Diversity

Ross Golan interviewed on the occasion of the 150th episode of his podcast “And the Writer Is…” for Variety Hitmakers Issue December 1, 2021: Ross Golan’s ‘And the Writer Is’ Podcast Marks 150th … Continue reading

December 1, 2021 · Leave a comment

Splice Awards for Producers Go to Jenna Andrews, Hit-Boy and Quincy Jones

News items on the second Splice Awards for Variety: Splice Awards for Producers Go to Jenna Andrews, Hit-Boy and Quincy Jones Check out all the winners here.

November 30, 2021 · Leave a comment

A Typically Hectic Day in the Life of The The’s Matt Johnson

The The‘s Matt Johnson interviewed about his multimedia release, The Comeback Special for FLOOD Magazine: A Typically Hectic Day in the Life of The The’s Matt Johnson Finding a moment in his busy schedule … Continue reading

November 30, 2021 · Leave a comment

Hitmaker of the Month: Master Mixer Serban Ghenea Keeps the Weeknd, Doja Cat and Ariana Grande in His Own Mix

Mix engineer Serban Ghenea interviewed as “Hitmaker of the Month” for Variety: Hitmaker of the Month: Master Mixer Serban Ghenea Keeps the Weeknd, Doja Cat and Ariana Grande in His Own Mix … Continue reading

November 29, 2021 · Leave a comment

Oasis: Oasis Knebworth 1996 (Big Brother Records Ltd.)

Reviewed for Under the Radar: Oasis Oasis Knebworth 1996 (Big Brother Records Ltd.) Read the Under the Radar Magazine review for the Oasis Knebworth 1996 documentary film.

November 26, 2021 · Leave a comment

Selling Sunset Season Four (Netflix)

Reviewed for Under the Radar: Selling Sunset Season Four (Netflix) Watch the official trailer for Season Four of the addictive series.

November 24, 2021 · Leave a comment

Raving Away the Pain

Raving Away the Pain Personal essay on dealing with loss and trauma in the ’90s through raving for Faith Fanzine Autumn/Winter 2021 Issue (jump to page 60-61): Order your free … Continue reading

November 24, 2021 · Leave a comment

Anabel Englund Gets In the Mix

Anabel Englund interviewed for the cover of the debut issue of DJ Life Magazine The Premiere Issue 2021 Anabel Englund Gets In The Mix

November 23, 2021 · Leave a comment

Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 2.51: Duran Duran

  In the 51st episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experiences with Duran Duran, specifically Nick Rhodes and John Taylor. Listen here: Or on your … Continue reading

November 17, 2021 · Leave a comment

Adele One Night Only made for a special that delivered on its promise

Write up on Adele‘s television special, Adele One Night Only, on CBS for The A.V. Club: Adele One Night Only made for a special that delivered on its promise The CBS … Continue reading

November 15, 2021 · Leave a comment

The Women of Dance Music Celebrated In New Book ‘Lady of the House’

Lady of the House compilers, Laila Mckenzie and Ian Snowball, as well as DJ Lisa Loud and editor/writer Sarah Polonsky interviewed ahead of the book’s release for Billboard/Billboard Dance: The Women of Dance Music Celebrated … Continue reading

November 11, 2021 · Leave a comment

Tame Impala Takes The Hollywood Bowl

Tame Impala live at the Hollywood Bowl reviewed for Rock and Roll Globe: Tame Impala Takes The Hollywood Bowl No “Rushium” was needed to enjoy the Australian modern rock greats’ … Continue reading

November 9, 2021 · Leave a comment

Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 2.50: Boy George

In the 50th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my lifetime of experiences with Boy George. Listen here: Or on your preferred podcast platform: Or on … Continue reading

November 3, 2021 · Leave a comment

Switchfoot Calling Tony Berg

Tony Berg and Switchfoot‘s Jon Foreman, Drew Shirley and Chad Butler interviewed about the writing and recording of their album, interrobang, for Mix Magazine November 2021 Issue: Switchfoot Calling Tony Berg San Diego Rockers Search for … Continue reading

November 1, 2021 · Leave a comment

Aron Forbes Is More Than A Music Director

Music director Aron Forbes interviewed for his work with Billie Eilish and FINNEAS including on her documentary, The World’s a Little Blurry for Mix Magazine November 2021 Issue: Aron Forbes Is … Continue reading

October 29, 2021 · Leave a comment

How to Be a Proactively Environmentally Conscious Artist

Disclosure, Moon Taxi, Erjjio Studios’ Ben Clifford, Deepgrooves’ Chris Roorda, Reynolds Management’s Fernando Costa interviewed about their sustainability practices for Under the Radar Magazine Issue 68 2021 Protest Issue: How to Be … Continue reading

October 28, 2021 · Leave a comment

Supergrass: Mick Quinn on the Deluxe Reissue of 1997’s “In It for the Money”

Supergrass‘ Mick Quinn interviewed for the reissue of In It For The Money for Under the Radar: Supergrass – Mick Quinn on the Deluxe Reissue of 1997’s “In It for the Money” It’s … Continue reading

October 26, 2021 · Leave a comment

Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 2.49: The Charlatans

In the 49th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my very personal and honest experiences with The Charlatans over the last 30 years. Listen here: Or … Continue reading

October 20, 2021 · Leave a comment

Netflix’s In-House Music Maven Is a Former Pop Star

Colleen Fitzpatrick FKA Vitamin C interviewed about her career trajectory from pop star to senior executive at Netflix for Variety: Netflix’s In-House Music Maven Is a Former Pop Star How Colleen Fitzpatrick parlayed … Continue reading

October 19, 2021 · Leave a comment

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