May 11, 2011
Interview with Dick Lucas of the Subhumans
Dick Lucas gives us a few moments of his time before the Subhumans show at the Firebird in St. Louis, MO. They even allowed us to shoot some of the performance and we cut some of the footage into this interview. The band is still raging on with their dirty and driven punk-rock after all these years and is finding a new audience as they age. Dick was a little sick during the interview but he was a good sport and talked with us extensively. Enjoy the rare footage we covered and help keep punk-rock alive by checking out their website.
May 7, 2011
Jazz Fest Day Two
The second day of Jazz Fest began off-site once again. We traveled to The Maple Leaf in Uptown New Orleans to meet with John Michael of the band MyNameIsJohnMichael. He discussed growing up in this incredible city, studying with Brian Stoltz, and developing his band over the last 4 years. He tells us that music is in the blood of the people who live in New Orleans and that as children it would be more likely to receive a horn than sports equipment. John was very nice and indulged us with stories about St. Augustine High School and much much more. (Full Interview with John Michael to be posted shortly).
May 6, 2011
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Day One
Arriving in New Orleans is like transporting yourself to a city lost in time. It is an antiquated place where the people breathe the culture and the sights and sounds are never-ending. The city has had more than its share of hard-times but has always persevered. The charm is intact and oozes everywhere. Whether you grab a bowl of gumbo or slink past a six-piece brass band with the slightest of ease, you are always guaranteed a unique and genuine experience. Even the architecture bleeds pure living at its greatest with slowly dwindling hints of devastation at its most dreadful. Ravaged and yet re-enlivened, New Orleans is a place you have to be to believe.
May 5, 2011
Meet Twitch the Ripper
I get a chance to meet with post-punk electronic artists Twitch the Ripper. The guys discuss touring extensively and the genesis of their band. As a bonus, we got to shoot some of their show providing us with some exclusive footage of the band. Be sure to follow them on their website and check out their album Bodiless.
April 29, 2011
Sharon Jones Interview's Grace Potter
We got the pleasure of watching two of our favorite female voices interview each other in 2008 on board the Jam Cruise. At this time the cycles were beginning to spin rapidly on the rising careers of these two stars. Since then both ladies have gained critical acclaim and built strong musical foundations. Fans adore them both and we quickly see why in this stellar Star-on-Star interview.
April 25, 2011
Dave Wakeling of the English Beat Talks with Us
We got an opportunity to talk with Ska-Pop legend Dave Wakeling at Blueberry Hill in St. Louis, MO. He is currently touring with The English Beat and in this interview he duck-walks for us, discusses his involvement as a "Charity Charlie" and talks about collaboration with other artists. Dave is a vibrant character who carries a particular charm and eloquence onto the stage every time he performs.
April 22, 2011
An Interview with Railroad Earth
Railroad Earth meets with us backstage at the Pageant in St. Louis, MO. They talk about their recent tour, the photo shoot behind their new album, and what its like performing 10 years into their career. Epitomizing the american soul and showing genuine class at all times, Railroad Earth are guys re-paving America's roads with roots driven bluegrass and a down-home sound.
April 8, 2011
Classified Talks with us for our Final Interview in Austin
Classified meets up with us for our final interview in Austin. He tells us that there is an avid hip-hop scene thriving in Canada that most people aren't aware of. Classified exemplifies poise and confidence and his music reflects this demeanor. With bass lines to tickle your spine, he composes tracks that are impeccably original. Check out some of his videos on his YouTube
April 6, 2011
Grieves & Budo Chat with us in Austin
Grieves and Budo sit down with me at the Hilton in Austin. We discuss touring, Grieves escalating relationship with Mac Lethal, and the status of their new album. Wearing his emotions on his sleeve, Grieves fully encompasses what it is to be a rising emcee. As a new and emerging artist he is making his mark in both the rap world and the punk rock world. His work can be sampled on Rhymesayers website here.
April 6, 2011
Flosstradamus Interviews with us Outside Stubb's
DJ's Flosstradamus give us a few minutes of their time to tell us about playing music in Austin, the evolution of their music, and the affect live video has had on their own work and the music industry in general.
April 4, 2011
We Meet Up With The Cool Kids
After a breakout performance at Pitchfork Festival in 2007, The Cool Kids have been on the rise ever since. In the same year, we at iClips got our first taste of these brilliant minds in Austin and this year, back in Austin, we get to catch up with them for a chance to pick their brains. They give us some insight on their upcoming album "When Fish Ride Bicycles", their take on collaboration, and tell us what it means to be compared to some of the hip-hop greats.
April 4, 2011
Illphonics Interviews With Us in Austin
We get a chance to meet up with our St. Louis friends Illphonics. These guys are putting the musicianship back in hip-hop. Driving their sound is an electric jazz, funk, and soul inspired sound reminiscent of The Roots but developmentally all their own. Their new EP Illusion is available for free download on their website here .
April 1, 2011
Peelander Yellow Goes for a Ride
Peelander-Z is a sight to be seen and a voice to be heard. "Adult Kindergarten" is what they have dubbed their act and it is very clearly displayed. In this interview I get a chance to talk with Peelander Yellow, give him a piggy-back ride, and discuss how much he loves wrestling.
April 1, 2011
Doomtree Records Talent Dessa Lets Us Pick Her Brain
Dessa gives us a moment of her time to discuss being the only female artist on Doomtree records, growing up with a musical father, and her time spent in Austin. Dessa has a dynamic voice, a beautiful personality, and a commanding presence. Make sure to check her out on Doomtree's website and shoot her a line at her twitter @Dessadarling.
March 31, 2011
An Inside Look at Bluegrass' Boys Head for the Hills
We get a chance to interview Head for the Hills after their great performance at the Bluegrass Ball. They hail from Fort Collins, CO but this interview in Austin, TX captures the true essence of that mountain flavor we all love. Blending new-school energy with old school know-how, Head for the Hills is a force to reckon with that can soothe your soul with a song.
March 31, 2011
Zach Interviews Outasight
Outasight sits down with us to explore the soul sound he omits, the cool flavor he displays, and the true nature of being an up-coming artist.
March 31, 2011
Dead Milkmen Interview
As we catch up with the Dead Milkmen they give out my phone number, tell us how much they like Zooey Deschanel, and discuss the evolvement of their fan base. This is a great chance to peek into the minds of 4 punk rock legends. Enjoy!
March 29, 2011
OFF! a Purely Punk Rock Interview
The rising punk band OFF! chats with us outside of Stubb's about their new following and the state of the punk rock scene right now. OFF! is exciting, witty, and funny. Be sure to check their music out on their website and enjoy the interview.
March 28, 2011
String Cheese Incident Interview
This past March, the String Cheese Incident made a triumphant return to Colorado and their once annual Winter Carnival. This year the Spring festivities took place at First Bank Center in Broomfield, CO and lived up to the hype created from Winter Carnival's of past. We were able to sit down with Billy Nershi, Kyle Hollingsworth, Jason Hann and Michael Kang for an interview before the festivities got started.
March 25, 2011
Interview with Blueprint
One of my favorite Emcee's, Blueprint, gives us a look into his creative process and insight on his new album.
