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Video: Commodity Creature Plays Heavy Metal Tuba
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In the first episode of Get Involved —The Alternative's music interview show hosted by Molly Mary O'Brien — Commodity Creature expands the possibilities of a gigantic brass instrument.
Review + Interview: Shamir – ‘Heterosexuality’
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Shamir's 'Heterosexuality' is a kaleidoscope of indie-rock, fuzzy dream pop, and smooth R&B that tackles queerness and identity head-on. Read Hope's review and interview with Shamir.
Interview: Blushing
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Hope talks to Blushing about their hazy and hook-filled new record, 'Possessions'
Your New Favorite Label: Refresh Records
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For the latest edition of Your New Favorite Label, Jami spoke with Josh of Refresh Records about the birth and rebirth of the label and the nature of running a label in 2022.
Interview: Sunday Drive Records
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Zac speaks to Jonathan of TX-based Sunday Drive Records about what goes into running the label and what to expect in 2022.
Artist Interview: Kevin Whelan of Aeon Station
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Kevin Whelan of Aeon Station speaks with Zac about his new record 'Observatory,' out now on Sub Pop.
Interview: Pink Navel
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Jane caught up with Devin Bailey, the mind behind narrative rap project Pink Navel who acknowledges the importance of leaving imperfections in the final mix. The Massachusetts-based artist started in New England DIY punk and emo circles and joined rappers in Ruby Yacht in 2018. They talked about their most recent album EPIC alongside what it’s like to trust in a one-take process, manipulating Tik Tok audio clips, and the zealousness of spontaneous performance that is Pink Navel.
Interview: Anxious Speak About Their Debut LP and The Pains of Coming of Age
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Anxious's new LP "Little Green House" comes out on January 21st. Sarah got to speak with lead singer Grady on the process of writing this LP during a pandemic, and the lyrical content behind the record.
Interview: Short Fictions
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Aaron got in touch with Sam Treber from Short Fictions to discuss the group's new track, signing to Lauren Records, and the Midwest tour they have planned for next month
Interview: Counter Intuitive Records
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Luciano got in touch with Jake Sulzer of Counter Intuitive Records to mark the label's massive new vinyl drop.
Video: Harmony Woods Is Obsessed With The Naked Brothers Band
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A new episode of our video series exploring the personal obsessions of our favorite artists, featuring Harmony Woods.
Video: See What Snarls Have on Their Dream Rider
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We're making backstage snack dreams come true, one band at a time.
Artist Interview: Wednesday
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Jane caught up with Karly Hartzman of Wednesday and talked about Hartzman's love for Jessica Lea Mayfield, her process of collecting words from favorite reads, and threading lyrics together through strangers’ conversations, among other knick-knacks. But more importantly, Hartzman plates a tint of refreshing humility..
Artist Interview: Eric Egan of Heart Attack Man
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Luciano speaks with Eric Egan of the band / brand / shitposting account Heart Attack Man about the new EP Thoughtz & Prayerz
Artist Interview: Charlotte Cornfield
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Toronto indie rock musician Charlotte Cornfield talks to us about her new record, the importance of community, and The Magnetic Fields.
