Episode 19: Jotdog
Episode 19: Jotdog
Singer-songwriter, Maria Barracuda, of Mexican duo Jotdog calls in from LA during the band’s first promotional US tour. Hear us discuss the band’s US release of “Turista del Amor” (Tourist of Love) and plans to invade the US with their ‘Sinister Pop.’
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off [...]
Episode 18: Xombie
Episode 18: Xombie
The Kings of Hood Metal call in to discuss their debut album “Swaggaholix: Deluxe Edition!” The members of Xombie break down the makings of the album and how they came together.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Xombie’s “Excuse Me Miss” off [...]
Episode 17: Little Girls
Episode 17: Little Girls
The mastermind and front-man of Little Girls, Josh Mcintyre, opens up about the band’s origin, their new EP “Cults” and how he plans to divvy up the songwriting duties with the band.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Little Girls’ “White [...]
Episode 16: Casey Desmond
Episode 16: Casey Desmond
Pop singer and former “The Voice” contestant Casey Desmond talks about her stint on the hit NBC show and how she plans to dominate the pop charts in 2012.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now and Casey Desmond’s “Talking To [...]
Ricky Martin Opens Up to Latina Magazine on Returning to Broadway, Marriage and Trying for a Girl
Pop music sensation, Ricky Martin, takes center stage on the cover of Latina magazine’s February 2012 issue (on sale nationwide on Tuesday, January 10) and opens up about returning to Broadway for the first time in 16 years in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s beloved musical, Evita.
On returning to Broadway: “The people, the critics, [...]
Episode 15: The Static Jacks
Episode 15: The Static Jacks
Listen to Henry Kaye of The Static Jacks and I talk about the Jersey music scene and hear me profess my love for Midtown. Also The Static Jacks guitarist reveals touring plans for 2012 and discusses the inspiration behind their full-length LP, “If You’re Young.”
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” [...]
Episode 14: blk Vampires
Episode 14: blk Vampires
In our last episode for 2011 we chat with Blk Vampires front-man Forrest. The 6-piece goth-metal, heavy funk, Maxwell meets Marilyn Manson New York band was among the must see bands at this year’s CMJ. Listen to Forrest and I talk about the band’s origins and future world domination. This interview was [...]
Episode 13: Tito Nieves
Episode 13: Tito Nieves
In a candid interview Salsa great Tito Nieves reveals the secret to his success and how despite the title of his latest album, “Mi Última Grabación” he has no plans of retiring anytime soon. Listen to us laugh it up and hear him give my mom a sweet shout out, aww.
The [...]
Best of 2011
Lady Gaga, “Born This Way”
Lady Gaga’s third studio album “Born This Way” is a mixture of empowering anthems with religious undertones set to heavily produced synths and experimental vocals. Where Gaga truly shines are on simpler tracks like power ballad, “You and I” and personal favorite “Edge of Glory.” One must not forget that Gaga’s [...]
Episode 12: The Sounds
Episode 12: The Sounds
Felix Rodriguez guitarist/songwriter of Swedish indie dance rock band The Sounds joins me for a one-on-one chat backstage at Webster Hall hours before the band’s SOLD OUT show. Listen to us discuss “Something To Die For,” life on the road and preshow rituals.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha [...]
