Jim Nollman: The Man Who Jams With Orcas
Jim Nollman is an avant-garde sound artist, guitarist and naturalist whose work stands at the intersection of John Cage, Marcel Duchamp and Jacques Cousteau.
Interviews
Interviews with popular culture creators in areas that include music, film, TV, books, games, comics, and more.
Doublespeak’s Vince Clarke, Neil Arthur, and Benge on Analog and Their Exciting Collaboration
A modern day elecropop supergroup, Vince Clarke lets Doublespeak’s reputation and carefully curated cover songs speak to their influence.
The Miracle of It: Allison Russell on the Power of Self-Reflection
With a soulful new album and a book about her life coming out, Allison Russell has a lot to say about the state of the world and her own journeys.
Soundgarden’s Kim Thayil Sounds Off
With his memoir A Screaming Life, Soundgarden’s legendary guitar innovator Kim Thayil pulls back the curtain on his tight-lipped band.
The Waterboys’ Mike Scott Hasn’t Yet Done His Last Jam
With the release of a box set that expands upon the Waterboys’ most iconic album, frontman Mike Scott reflects as much as he continues to propel forward.
Lily Lane Embraces Her Sense of Place in “So Long, California”
Like a gem dropped into a flute of champagne, Lily Lane never truly dissolved into her effervescent surroundings in Los Angeles, moving to New York.
Julieta Venegas Discusses Revisiting Her Norteña Roots
Having lived in multiple countries, Julieta Venegas discusses taking her audience on a journey into the Norteño music of Tijuana.
CFCF on His Turn from Ambient Artist to Sleaze-Pop Superstar
Call it the Reverse Eno: beloved ambient-chill guy CFCF finds glam-pop success, but refuses to sell out his emotions along the way.
Punching Nazi Teeth with Gregg Deal of Dead Pioneers
Performance artist-turned-punk Gregg Deal of Dead Pioneers talks about his band’s new record and opening for Pearl Jam.
Eilen Jewell Steps Off the Road, But Not Out of the Song
The Doors’ influence runs deep, folk-Americana singer-songwriter Eilen Jewell admits. “I basically wanted to be Jim Morrison,” she said with a laugh.
Leah Song Stands Strong at the Crossroads of Art and Activism
Folk-rock troubadour Leah Song of Rising Appalachia discusses her passion for combining music and activism.
The Street Photography Nature of Solo Improvisational Music
Bill MacKay, Douglas McCombs, and Tashi Dorji’s improvisational music mirrors Garry Winogrand’s street photography.
