Estevan Oriol and Mister Cartoon, a Pair of L.A. Originals, Tell Their Story
Mister Cartoon and Estevan Oriol interviewed for their Netflix documentary, L.A. Originals for Los Angeles Magazine Estevan Oriol and Mister Cartoon, a Pair of L.A. Originals, Tell Their Story Watch the trailer for the … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.9: Grouplove
In the ninth episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experience behind the scenes of interviewing Hannah Hooper and Christian Zucconi of Grouplove for Flood Magazine. Listen here: Listen … Continue reading
DJ Mag Top 100 Clubs 2020: Exchange, Academy, Avalon, Encore, Ce La Vi
Write ups on Exchange (#13), Academy (#44), Avalon (#48), Encore Beach Club (#76) and Cé La Vi (#79) for DJ Mag Top 100 Clubs 2020
Electric Daisy Carnival Rescheduled For Fall
News items for Variety: Electric Daisy Carnival Rescheduled for Fall Keep up with all Insomniac events virtually via their Instagram.
Andhim Presents Miles to Go (A Road Movie)
I have a couple of very brief appearance in Andhim Presents Mile to Go (A Road Movie) during their stop in Los Angeles when I met up with them to … Continue reading
Once Upon A Time In Hollywood
Scene piece on Sunset at West Hollywood EDITION for Mixmag April 2020 Issue Once Upon A Time In Hollywood L.A.’s new club, Sunset, is a proper disco with top-line DJs and a glamourous, diverse … Continue reading
Dan Deacon: Magical Thinking
Dan Deacon interviewed for his album, Mystic Familiar, for DJ Mag March 2020 Issue Magical Thinking While Working On His Latest Album, Mystic Familiar, Dan Deacon Also Worked On Himself. Watch the official video for … Continue reading
Tokimonsta: Oasis Nocturno (Young Art Records)
Reviewed for The A.V. Club: Tokimonsta Oasis Nocturno (Young Art Records) Listen to Oasis Nocturno.
Grouplove Finds Catharsis on “Healer”
Grouplove‘s Hannah Hooper and Christian Zucconi interviewed for their album, Healer, for Flood Magazine: Grouplove Find Catharsis On Healer A decade Into Their Career Together, Christian Zucconi and Hannah Hooper discuss family, origins, and recovery. … Continue reading
Hawke Makes Dark Art, Light Work, And Books
Hawke aka Gavin Hardkiss interviewed for his book and album, The Dark Art of Light Work, for The Bay Bridged: Hawke Makes Dark Art, Light Work, and Books More information at Hawke’s Bandcamp’s page.
Six Degrees of Preparation
Miami Music Week/Winter Music Conference Party Guide for DJ Mag March 2020 Issue Six Degrees of Preparation Most, if not all of these parties have been cancelled due to COVID-19. Check … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.7: Raphael Saadiq
In the seventh episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experience behind the scenes of interviewing Raphael Saadiq about his album, Jimmy Lee, for Mix Magazine October 2019 … Continue reading
Meet the ‘Strictly Women’ Who Guided the Rise of Iconic Dance Label Strictly Rhythm
Strictly Rhythm‘s Gladys Pizarro, Bari Gossman, Ultra Naté and Barbara Tucker for Strictly Rhythm: The Definitive 30 Compilation for Billboard Dance: Meet the “Strictly Women” Who Guided the Rise of the Iconic Dance Label Strictly Rhythm Listen … Continue reading
Hodor Hits the Road
Kristian Nairn aka “Hodor” of Game of Thrones tour announcement for Variety: Hodor Hits the Road: Game of Thrones Grad and DJ Kristian Nairn Reveals Tour Dates Watch Kristian’s “Rave of … Continue reading
Tech Is Music To Their Ears
Feature in the Los Angeles Times Calendar Section March 8, 2020 Edition: Tech Is Music To Their Ears: Smuggled tapes in the ’80s, VPNs today, Iran youth rely on bootleg Western … Continue reading
Tribeca-Bound ‘Underplayed’ Puts Spotlight on Gender Inequality in Electronic Music
Stacey Lee interviewed about her documentary feature film, Underplayed, for Variety: Tribeca-Bound ‘Underplayed’ Puts Spotlight on Gender Inequality in Electronic Music Watch Lee’s 2015 documentary short, Live Fast, Draw Yung.
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.6: Underworld
In the sixth episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experience behind the scenes of interviewing Underworld‘s Karl Hyde and Rick Smith about their year-long project, DRIFT … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.5: Nicolas Godin
In the fifth episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experience behind the scenes of interviewing Air‘s Nicolas Godin about his third solo album, Concrete and Glass … Continue reading
20 Questions With Underworld: The Dance Icon on ’90s Raves, EDM & Their Upcoming Tour
Underworld‘s Karl Hyde and Rick Smith interviewed ahead of their upcoming North America tour for Billboard Dance: 20 Questions with Underworld: The Dance Icons on ’90s Raves, EDM & Their Upcoming Tour The … Continue reading
Air’s Nicolas Godin Doesn’t Feel the Music Industry Pressure
Nicolas Godin interviewed for his third album, Concrete and Glass, for Flood Magazine: Air’s Nicolas Godin Doesn’t Feel the Music Industry Pressure At 50, the French musician’s made his third solo album and … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.4: Tom and Toki
In the fourth episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experiences behind the scenes of interviewing a rocker and a raver that would seem to have … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.3: The Chemical Brothers
In the third episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experience behind the scenes of interviewing Adam Smith and Marcus Lyall the artists behind the amazing … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.2: Hildur Guònadóttir
In the second episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experience behind the scenes of interviewing Emmy-winning, Golden Globe-winning, Grammy-winning and Academy Award nominee, Hildur Guònadottir … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.1: Finneas
In the premiere episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experience behind the scenes of interviewing Grammy-winning Producer of the Year, Finneas, brother to Billie Eilish … Continue reading
Nicolas Godin: Concrete and Glass (Because Music)
Reviewed for The A.V. Club: Nicolas Godin Concrete and Glass (Because Music) Watch the official video for “The Border.”
Georgia: Seeking Thrills (Domino)
Reviewed for The A.V. Club: Georgia Seeking Thrills (Domino Recording Co) Watch the official video for “24 Hours.”
Fernando Garibay: Emotional Rescue
Producer and songwriter, DJ and entrepreneur Fernando Garibay interviewed for his work with The Garibay Center, focused on the emotional and physical wellbeing of artists, for DJ Mag North America January 2020 … Continue reading
Hildur Guònadóttir: Making Music A Character
Composer Hildur Guònadottir interviewed for her work on the soundtrack for Joker for Mix Magazine January 2020 Issue Making Music A Character: Icelandic Cellist/Composer Hildur Guònadóttir Finds Voice of Joker Listen to not … Continue reading
Finneas O’Connell On Fire
Finneas O’Connell interviewed for his work as a producer and a songwriter, most notably for his sister, Billie Eilish, for the cover of Mix Magazine January 2020 Issue Finneas O’Connell: On Fire Self-Styled … Continue reading
Under the Radar’s Top 100 Albums of 2019
For Under the Radar’s Top 100 Albums of 2019 write ups on 12. Bat for Lashes Lost Girls 34. Michael Kiwanuka Kiwanuka 46. Sasami Sasami 49. Hayden Thorpe Diviner 59. Billie Eilish When … Continue reading
Rock & Roll Globe Presents The 30 Best Albums of 2019: Raphael Saadiq: Jimmy Lee
Write up on Raphael Saadiq‘s album, Jimmy Lee, forRock and Roll Globe Presents The 30 Best Albums of 2019 Raphael Saadiq: Jimmy Lee Watch the Jimmy Lee documentary via Raphael Saadiq’s YouTube channel.
New Order: Decades (Showtime)
Reviewed for Under the Radar: New Order: Decades (Showtime) Watch the teaser trailer for the documentary.
Duran Duran: There’s Something You Should Know (Showtime)
Reviewed for Under the Radar: Duran Duran There’s Something You Should Know (Showtime) Watch the trailer for the documentary.
Concert Review: On Holiday From Queen, Adam Lambert Is Still a Killer
Adam Lambert at El Rey Theatre reviewed for Variety: Concert Review: On Holiday From Queen, Adam Lambert Is Still a Killer Watch some videos from the show via YouTube.
Open Secret: Secret Project Festival Review
Insomniac Events‘ Secret Project at Factory 93 on October 12 and 13, 2019, reviewed for DJ Mag North America December 2019 Issue Open Secret Listen to a megamix from the festival via … Continue reading
Join Our Club: A Club Called Rhonda: The Story of an LA Institution
A Club Called Rhonda‘s Gregory Alexander and Loren Granic interviewed for DJ Mag North America December 2019 Issue Join Our Club Follow all the Rhonda International action via her Instagram.
Variety Hitmakers: Angie Pagano, GM
Artist Publishing Group‘s Angie Pagano interviewed for the recognition for her GM duties for Ava Max’s “Sweet but Psycho” for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2019:
Variety Hitmakers: Edgar “Edd Grand” Machuca: A&R
Artist Publishing Group and Atlantic Records‘ Edgar “Edd Grand” Muchaca interviewed for the recognition for his A&R work on Halsey’s “Without Me” for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2019:
Variety Hitmakers: Ali Tamposi: Songwriter
Ali Tamposi interviewed for her recognition as songwriter of Shawn Mendes’ and Camila Cabello’s “Señorita” for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2019:
Variety Hitmakers: Madison Love: Songwriter
Madison Love interviewed for her recognition as songwriter of Ava Max’s “Sweet but Psycho” for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2019:
Variety Hitmakers: Cook Classics: Songwriter, Producer
Cook Classics interviewed for his recognition as songwriter and producer of Panic! at the Disco‘s “High Hopes” and Ava Max’s “Sweet but Psycho” for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2019:
Variety Hitmakers: Cirkut: Songwriter, Producer
Cirkut interviewed for his recognition as songwriter and producer of Ava Max’s “Sweet but Psycho” for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2019:
Five Years In, How Hitmakers’ Top Executive Jody Gerson Remade UMPG In Her Image
Universal Music Publishing Group‘s global chairman and CEO, Jody Gerson, interviewed for her recognition as “Executive of the Year” for Variety Hitmakers Issue 2019: Five Years In, How Hitmakers’ Top Executive Jody … Continue reading
10 Hollywood Women of the Moment in 2019: Deborah Dugan
Write-up on the Recording Academy‘s Deborah Dugan for Variety‘s 10 Hollywood Women of the Moment
Mark Knight: Toolroom Titan
Toolroom Titan Mark Knight interviewed for the cover of DJ Times Magazine Winter 2019 Issue Listen to episodes of Toolroom Radio.
Jacques’ Back
Jacques Greene interviewed for his album, Dawn Chorus, for DJ Mag North America October 2019 Issue Jacques’ Back
Illenium: Moving On Up
Illenium aka Nick Miller interviewed for his Ascend album and tour for DJ Mag North America October 2019 Issue Very edited online version here: Moving On Up Full unedited version below Get a … Continue reading
Back to Life (Showtime)
Reviewed for Under the Radar: Back to Life (Showtime) Watch the official trailer for Season 1.
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 1.8: The Women of Strictly Rhythm
In the eighth episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I talk about my experience behind the scenes of interviewing Gladys Pizarro and Bari Gossman, the women behind legendary … Continue reading →