While guitar god Zakk Wylde is widely known for his work with Black Label Society and Ozzy Osbourne, the New Jersey-born shredder will release his second solo album, Book of Shadows II, on April 8th via eOne Music - his first solo release in 20 years. In our new interview, Wylde talks about his new … Continue reading Q&A: Zakk Wylde on “Book of Shadows II”, working with Ozzy, and advice for young metalheads
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Q&A: Kieran Mercer on “Help Me Help You,” touring with Walk Off The Earth, and Marianas Trench
Vancouver native Kieran Mercer kicks off his Canadian tour tonight (March 9), alongside Walk Off The Earth and 604 Records label-mate, Marianas Trench. Mercer released his debut EP, Help Me Help You, on February 26th via 604 Records, and touches on the troubles that come with love and heartache, showcasing his songwriting abilities. Getting to … Continue reading Q&A: Kieran Mercer on “Help Me Help You,” touring with Walk Off The Earth, and Marianas Trench
Q&A: Tal Wilkenfeld on opening for The Who, moving to America, and musical influences
Australian bassist Tal Wilkenfeld has been playing alongside legends like Jeff Beck, Steven Tyler, Prince, Ringo Starr, Sting, Eric Clapton, and Mick Jagger since she was in her teens. Now, she’s opening for The Who on their ‘The Who Hits 50’ tour, as well as going out on her headlining tour. Wilkenfeld told us in … Continue reading Q&A: Tal Wilkenfeld on opening for The Who, moving to America, and musical influences
Q&A: Spencer Chamberlain on the rebirth of Underoath
Underoath broke a lot of hearts when they broke up in 2013, and none of them thought they’d ever get back on stage together again, until now. Since their reunion announcement last summer, they’ve announced the full-fledged “Rebirth Tour”, which will see the Florida sextet touring across North America playing two fan favourite albums (They’re … Continue reading Q&A: Spencer Chamberlain on the rebirth of Underoath
Q&A: Brian Fallon talks “Painkillers” and the future of The Gaslight Anthem
Brian Fallon is back with his new solo album, Painkillers. Produced by superstar producer Butch Walker (Taylor Swift, Frank Turner, Keith Urban), Fallon recorded the album earlier this year at Nashville’s Taxidermy Studios with Fallon fronting a band that included Walker, bassist Catherine Popper (Jack White, Ryan Adams & The Cardinals, Willie Nelson) and drummer Mark Stepro (Hayes … Continue reading Q&A: Brian Fallon talks “Painkillers” and the future of The Gaslight Anthem
Q&A: Filter’s Richard Patrick talks “Crazy Eyes,” addiction, and Nine Inch Nails
Richard Patrick of Filter. (Photo: David Rubene) Filter frontman Richard Patrick took charge on Filter’s upcoming album, Crazy Eyes, which is set to be released April 8th via Wind-Up Records. Patrick produced the album with co-production help from friends, and while he’s been through the turbulent nature of the music industry, he told us in … Continue reading Q&A: Filter’s Richard Patrick talks “Crazy Eyes,” addiction, and Nine Inch Nails
Q&A: Cage The Elephant talks Tell Me I’m Pretty, Grammy nominations, and classic movies
Speaking humbly of their Grammy nomination, Matt Schultz is all about making music. While his style may have changed slightly in their most recent release, his attitude seemingly has not. Check out my interview below where we discuss working with Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys on Cage The Elephant’s new album, Tell Me I’m … Continue reading Q&A: Cage The Elephant talks Tell Me I’m Pretty, Grammy nominations, and classic movies
Q&A: Chilly Gonzales on coming home to Canada, the Paris attacks, and musical healing
After 17 years in Europe, Chilly Gonzales will be coming back to Canada for the final shows on his Chambers tour with Kaiser Quartett, before he takes a yearlong sabbatical to focus on new musical and conceptual ideas. Toronto will greet him at Massey Hall on February 5th, followed by Montreal (Place des Arts, Feb. … Continue reading Q&A: Chilly Gonzales on coming home to Canada, the Paris attacks, and musical healing
Q&A: Alyssa Reid talks “Phoenix”, collaboration, and being a Canadian songwriter
You know her from her collaborations with Snoop Dogg, P Reign, Jesse Labelle, and Virginia To Vegas, and from her other million-selling radio hits like “Satisfaction Guaranteed” and “Dangerous” – but Alyssa Reid’s new album, Phoenix, breaks away from the radio-friendly pop mold. In our new interview, Alyssa spoke to us about letting go of … Continue reading Q&A: Alyssa Reid talks “Phoenix”, collaboration, and being a Canadian songwriter
Q&A: The Beaches talk new music, Christmas, and the Toronto music scene
Having begun playing together in their pre-teens, Toronto-based indie rock band The Beaches’ music has grown with them since their 2014 EP, Heights, and their 2013 self-titled, and Raine Maida-produced debut EP. In a recent interview, we spoke to Jordan Miller (bass guitar and vocals), and Eliza Enman-McDaniel (drums) about their forthcoming new music, the … Continue reading Q&A: The Beaches talk new music, Christmas, and the Toronto music scene
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