Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 4.69: Taylor Hanson
In the 69th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, I talk about my recent experiences with Taylor Hanson in connection with his activism for the people, particularly the women, … Continue reading
Ani Di Franco Calls Writing A Children’s Book ‘A Different Bag Of Doughnuts’
Ani Di Franco interviewed for her first children’s picture book, The Knowing, for SPIN‘s Read Me series: Ani Di Franco Calls Writing A Children’s Book ‘A Different Bag Of Doughnuts’
‘Poker Face’ Music Supervisor Breaks Down Season 1’s Best Songs, From Paul McCartney to Tom Waits
Music supervisor Thomas Golubić of SuperMusicVision interviewed about the needle drops on the first season of Poker Face for Variety: ‘Poker Face’ Music Supervisor Breaks Down Season 1’s Best Songs, … Continue reading
From Abby Ajayi to Rosalía: Meet Variety’s Impactful International Women of 2023
Profiled international women Anitta, Karima Damir, Kazia Davy, Leila Oliveira, Vanessa Picken, Marie-Anne Robert, Rosalia and the women of Wasserman Music for Variety March 1, 2023 Issue: From Abby Ajayi to Rosalía: Meet Variety’s Impactful International … Continue reading
10 Music Supervisors to Watch in 2023: From ‘Yellowjackets’ to ‘Call of Duty’
Profiled music supervisors Becky Bentham, Mike Caroleo, Jillian Ennis, Evelin Garcia, Bruce Gilbert, Lauren Mikus, Michael Hill, Whitney Pilzer, Henry van Roden, Nicole Weisberg, Brandon Young and Ryan Tomlin profiled … Continue reading
Artist Spotlight: Thomas Schumacher
Thomas Schumacher interviewed for Gray Area‘s Artist Spotlight series: Thomas Schumacher
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 4.68: Blur
In the 68th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, I talk about my myriad of experiences with Blur, in the first decade of their career. Listen here: Or on … Continue reading
New Book Is The Ultimate Tome On Early Electronic Pop
Author Richard Evans interviewed about his book, Listening to the Music the Machines Make: Inventing Electronic Pop 1978 – 1983 for SPIN: New Book Is The Ultimate Tome On Early … Continue reading
Led by Beyonce, House Music Gets Its Grammy Moment
Op-ed on the return of house music to the Grammys with input from Heidi Lawden and Grammy nominee Byron Stingily of Ten City for Variety: Led by Beyonce, House Music … Continue reading
Taylor Hanson Rents Henson’s ‘We Are the World’ Recording Studio to Rework Iranian Protest Anthem ‘Baraye’ as Industry-Wide Collaboration
Taylor Hanson interviewed for his work with nonprofit For Women Life Freedom and the collective recording of “Baraye – For Women Life Freedom” for Variety: Taylor Hanson Rents Henson’s ‘We … Continue reading
Lifetime Achievement Award Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart
Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson of Heart profiles for their Lifetime Achievement Award for the 65th Grammys Program Book Watch the acceptance speech and access the article on Grammy.com
Spotify Launches ‘Women of Iran’ Playlist
News item on the launch of an official Spotify playlist called “Women of Iran” and its accompanying video clips for Variety: Spotify Launches ‘Women of Iran’ Playlist Listen to the … Continue reading
There’s Now an Electronic Remix Package of Iranian Protest Anthem ‘Baraye’
News story on the release of “Baraye” remix package spearheaded by DJ/producer Human Rias for Billboard: There’s Now an Electronic Remix Package of Iranian Protest Anthem ‘Baraye’ The lead remix … Continue reading
A DJ’s Guide to Finance: How Some Are Turning Their ‘Rent Money’ Into Retirement Money
Electronic music artists TOKiMONSTA, Richie Hawtin, Dimitri Vegas, Nicole Moudaber, 12th Planet, TEED, and Dub Pistols, agent Saleem Amode, manager Steve Braines interviewed on the topic of what DJ/producers do with their … Continue reading
It’s Raining Rats: Royal & the Serpent Is Ready For Her Close Up
Ryan Santiago aka Royal and the Serpent interviewed for the cover of SPIN Magazine January Issue: It’s Raining Rats: Royal & the Serpent Is Ready For Her Close Up Check … Continue reading
‘Woman, Life, Freedom’: Hear a New Electronic Compilation From 12 Iranian Female Producers
News item on the release of Woman, Life, Freedom, a compilation of all original electronic music from Iranian female musicians for Billboard: ‘Woman, Life, Freedom’: Hear a New Electronic Compilation From … Continue reading
The Dual Shores of Eli Smart
Eli Smart interviewed for his Aloha Soul EP for FLOOD Magazine‘s Breaking series: The Dual Shores of Eli Smart On the heels of his new Aloha Soul EP, the musician/surfer talks splitting … Continue reading
‘It Breaks My Heart’: Iranian Electronic Artists Dubfire, Lady Faith & Starfari on the Country’s Ongoing Protests & The Beauty of Their Culture
Dubfire, Lady Faith and Starfari interviewed about their experiences in Iran and what it means to be Iranian at the time of the current uprising in that country for Billboard: … Continue reading
TarantisT Call Out Against Injustices in Iran With Their Political Metal
Iranian metal band TarantisT interviewed about their protest music and activism for Alternative Press: TarantisT Call Out Against Injustices in Iran With Their Political Metal Keep up with TarantisT via their Instagram. … Continue reading
23 For 2023: Under the Radar Selects its Top Tips for the New Year
Write-up on Eli Smart for: 23 For 2023: Under the Radar Selects its Top Tips for the New Year Check out Eli on his YouTube channel.
SPIN Managing Editor Liza Lentini on Pretty Good Year: My Top Stories Of 2022
SPIN‘s managing editor Liza Lentini on Pretty Good Year: My Top Stories of 2022 which includes my piece on “Googoosh and the Daughters of the Revolution.” Check out Liza’s whole list: Pretty … Continue reading
Under the Radar’s Top 100 Albums of 2022
For Under the Radar Magazine‘s Top 100 Albums of 2022, write ups on: Tears for Fears The Tipping Point Spiritualized Everything Was Beautiful Suede Autofiction Phoenix Alpha Zulu
Female Executives of Iranian Descent Making an Impact in the Music Industry
Music executives Debra Delshad of Angry Mob Music, Izabelle Pourreza Wilson of Artium Music and Rebecca Sahim of SalXCo talk about their experiences being Iranian and the current upheavals in … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 3.66: Googoosh
In the 66th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, I talk about my lifetime of connections with iconic Iranian signer Googoosh and how the effect of the current uprisings … Continue reading
Flood Magazine’s Best Albums of 2022
For Flood Magazine‘s The Best Albums of 2022 write-ups on: Royksopp Profound Mysteries I, II, III Arctic Monkeys The Car
Lily & Laurence Go To Berghain
Lily and Laurence Go To Berghain Personal essay on getting into Berlin‘s infamous Berghain nightclub with its stringent door policy and its reflection on my psychological state about aging for … Continue reading
BeatStars Is Making Bank for Its Stable of Music Creators
BeatStars‘ Abe Batshon and 1SRAEL interviewed for Variety Hitmakers 2022 Issue: BeatStars Is Making Bank for Its Stable of Music Creators Check out BeatStars.
Variety Hitmakers 2022: Neelam Thadhani and Chris Thomas
Managers Neelam Thadhani and Chris Thomas interviewed for their work on Jack Harlow‘s “First Class” and Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow‘s “Industry Baby” for Variety Hitmakers 2022 Issue
Variety Hitmakers 2022: Justin Tranter
Justin Tranter interviewed for his songwriting on Imagine Dragons‘ “Enemy” featuring J.I.D. for Variety Hitmakers 2022 Issue
Variety Hitmakers 2022: Sarah Hudson
Sarah Hudson interviewed for her songwriting on Dua Lipa‘s “Levitating” for Variety Hitmakers Issue
Variety Hitmakers 2022: Jasper Harris
Jasper Harris interviewed for his work on Jack Harlow‘s “First Class” for Variety Hitmakers 2022 Issue
Variety Hitmakers 2022: Clint Gibbs and Kalani Thompson
Mix engineers Clint Gibbs and Kalani Thompson interviewed for their work on Latto‘s “Big Energy” for Variety Hitmakers 2022 Issue
Variety Hitmakers 2022: Serban Ghenea
Serban Ghenea interviewed for his mixing on Imagine Dragons’ “Enemy” featuring J.I.D, the Weeknd’s “Save Your Tears,” the Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber’s “Stay” for Variety Hitmakers 2022 Issue Read my feature … Continue reading
Variety Hitmakers 2022: Rogét Chahayed
Rogét Chahayed interviewed for his work on Jack Harlow‘s “First Class” for Variety Hitmakers 2022 Issue Read my feature on Rogét Chahayed as Hitmaker of the Month.
Suede: Coming Up Again
Suede‘s Brett Anderson and Neil Codling interviewed for their album Autofiction, and their co-headlining tour of North America with the Manic Street Preachers for FLOOD Magazine: Suede: Coming Up Again … Continue reading
Guest on Don’t Kill the Vibe Podcast Speaking About Music and Politics in the Context of the Iran Revolution
Guested on an episode of Don’t Kill the Vibe Podcast speaking about music and politics, particularly in the context of the 2022 Iran Revolution with hosts Katie Bain and Zel McCarthy … Continue reading
Opening Up the Jaws of Love
Kelcey Ayer of Jaws of Love and Local Natives interviewed about his sophomore Jaws of Love album, Second Life, for FLOOD Magazine: Opening Up the Jaws of Love Kelcey Ayer of Local Natives dives into the … Continue reading
Hollywood’s New Leaders of 2022
Write-ups on MGM Studios VP Music Mandy Mamlet and SiriusXM program director Rida Naser for Variety November 9, 2022 Issue for Hollywood’s New Leaders of 2022:
20 Questions With Jean-Michel Jarre
Jean-Michel Jarre interviewed for his album, Oxymore, for Billboard: 20 Questions With Jean-Michel Jarre: ‘Electronic Music Has Really Been the Perfect Opportunity to Lead My Rebellion’ Watch the album trailer for Oxymore.
Classless Act Is More Than Just Swagger And Snarl
Classless Act‘s Derek Day and Franco Gravante interviewed for the release of the acoustic versions of songs from their debut album, Welcome to the Show, for SPIN: Classless Act Is More … Continue reading
Justin Tranter Welcomes Billy Porter, Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds for Fourth Annual ‘Beyond’ Benefit; Raises $400,000 for LGBTQ Youth
Justin Tranter‘s Beyond benefit concert for GLAAD and Spirit Day covered for Variety: Justin Tranter Welcomes Billy Porter, Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds for Fourth Annual ‘Beyond’ Benefit; Raises $400,000 for … Continue reading
Justin Bua Moves Seamlessly from 2D to Web3 and Back
Visual artist and entrepreneur Justin Bua interviewed about his upcoming book, Original Influencers, and pending metaverse, Buaverse, for Fine Art Globe: Justin Bua Moves Seamlessly from 2D to Web3 and Back. … Continue reading
15 Essential Iranian Protest Songs in the Wake of Mahsa Amini’s Death
Listicle of Iranian protest songs that have emerged in the wake of Mahsa Amini‘s death for Variety: 15 Essential Iranian Protest Songs in the Wake of Mahsa Amini’s Death
Destination Dancefloor
I gave “insider recommendations” for the Los Angeles section of Destination Dancefloor: A Global Atlas of Dance Music and Club Culture From London to Tokyo, Chicago to Berlin and Beyond … Continue reading
20 Questions With Kerri Chandler
Kerri Chandler interviewed for his album, Space and Places, for Billboard: 20 Questions With Kerri Chandler: How An Obsession With the Club World’s Best Sound Systems Forged the Icon’s Latest Album … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 3.64: Sasha
In the 64th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, I talk about my 30 years of friendship and unique experiences with the man like Sasha. Listen here: Or on … Continue reading
Getting Caught Up in the Whirlwind with Gabriels
Gabriels‘ Ryan Hope interviewed for their debut album, Angels & Queens – Part I for FLOOD Magazine‘s Breaking Series: Getting Caught Up in the Whirlwind with Gabriels Phoning in from … Continue reading
Depeche Mode’s David Gahan on How Co-Founder Andrew Fletcher’s Death Affected New Album, ‘Memento Mori’
Depeche Mode‘s Dave Gahan interviewed ahead of the release of their album, Memento Mori, for Variety: Depeche Mode’s David Gahan on How Co-Founder Andrew Fletcher’s Death Affected New Album, ‘Memento … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 4.67: Dave Gahan
In the 67th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, I talk about my two unusual encounters with Dave Gahan of Depeche Mode, whom I interviewed last year for Variety. … Continue reading →