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Hello Tom, Thank You So Much For Taking The Time For This Interview. Your New CD "Survivors" Is Coming Out In September. As We Know, You're The Bassist For The Mannish Boys, What Inspired You To Start Recording And Releasing Solo Albums?

I had some health issues that required radiation therapy to correct. I knew music had been used throughout the centuries to help cure disease. I researched this and found that all the parts of our body vibrate at different frequencies. I found a chart that translated frequencies into musical notes. I then used these notes to assign a key to the frequency of different parts of the body. The 1st. song I composed was called "Dee Sharp" which appeared on my current solo album "Illumination". This was to help with cell rejuvenation which i used my self during treatment to help the outlying cells which were being damaged by the radiation.This was the beginning of my healing music.

How Do The Songs Come About Considering The Songwriting Process And What Inspires You?

The songs appear out of nowhere and can come at anytime. If I feel a riff coming and it stays with me I'll get setup in my home studio and do a basic track,usually on acoustic guitar. That is one way. I have also chose certain keys for friends and family that are having specific issues with different parts of their bodies. Hence J.C.B. was written for Jimmy Carl Black( Mothers of Invention) original drummer who developed lung cancer.

Any Songs You Have Written That Hold An Extra Place In Your Heart? And If So, Why?

"Angel" off the "ILLUMINATION" album. This song was written in collaboration with Jody Westover (daughter of Del Shannon,(Runaway).She was a special person and cancer took her out way before her time.We collaborated on a country music project that was never issue for release.

What Are Your Thoughts On The Recording Sessions?

Totally free to record when I wanted to and when it felt right.No production deadlines,studio time bookings etc. The music keeps coming. For that I am grateful and will keep recording solo.The Mannish Boys have reached a peak in the Blues world in the last 4 years and I'll always play the blues live. I believe this healing music can help people and that's what drives me to play,record and share it.

What About The First Show You Played, Any Memories?

A drunken high school party outside in Long Island,N.Y. There were all different factions of the school's cliques there and that's when I realized that music is a universal language and will break through all barriers. Because everybody became one and all had a good time once the music got a hold of them.

So Far, What Has Been Your Best Live Experience?

Opening for Joe Cocker in Cognac,France in 2005 with the Mannish Boys. The band had just been assembled using L.A. hotshot blues players and European gigs were set in Italy and Norway among other places. It was dusk and we opened with a blues grinder while the sun was going down. Being a new band in a foreign country the audience had no clue who or what we were.The band was on fire and we did 2 encores only to be stopped short by Cocker's managers who didn't want to make Joe look bad. Joe came on and his band kicked ass. We all had a good time and the concert was a success and the Mannish Boys were on their way to becoming one of the top blues bands in the world today.

Favourite Colours?

All shades of blue

Favourite Food?

Italian

Any Bands/Artists You Enjoy Listening To That People Might Find Surprising?

I have a very eccentric musical appetite and anything played well with feeling always satisfies me and contributes to my own creativity

Any Important Happenings That The Public May Not Be Aware Of Yet?

We'll be recording our 4th Mannish Boys album at the end of the year on splendid 2" tape

What Do You Want To Say To The Fans?

Go out and hear all the live music you can. Whether it be Blues,Rock, Classical all of it! Stay away from music not played on real instruments by feeling,compassionate, & creative Human beings. Remember a record turntable is not a musical instrument!

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INTERVIEW WITH ANDREA DESMOND by Diggy-Kat

Hello Andrea And Thank You So Much For This Interview. First Off, How Do The Songs Come About Considering The Songwriting Process And What Inspires You?

The songwriting process is always very unique in each circumstance. Generally, I start playing piano and then a creative surge comes over in which chords develop and I write lyrics later. And other times, I start writing down words, then form them into lyrics, create a melody, and finally write chords underneath.
I'd say what inspires me is the bigger picture of truths that I find within the universe, that get triggered by my everyday life. I never know when I'll get inspired and usually whatever I had to do that day gets put off because I get in the zone.

Any Songs You Have Written That Hold An Extra Place In Your Heart? And If So, Why?

The son "Run" holds an extra place in my heart. It recently won first place at the Eco Arts Awards songs for Freedom. I wrote it when I decided to take a courageous leap from being in a cover band in the small town I was living to launching my solo career in Seattle this past summer. As soon as I decided to fulfill being creative instead of playing music just for money, I recorded this heartfelt song called "Run". Much to my surprise (because I hadn't believe in my original music before), the song got much radio play and won awards, and then my whole music career took off from there.

What Are Your Thoughts On The Recording Sessions?

My band recently recorded at the Toybox Studio here in Seattle, and we had so much fun. Everything went smoothly. We all took off two days to hang out, drink a few beers, play some music, and record songs! Our EP is coming out really soon, and we're still in the mixing process of getting the little details fine-tuned.

What About The First Show You Played, Any Memories?

The first show we played was at Trinity Nighclub, and it was a pretty awesome first show! It was packed with over 300 people because it was with RAW Natural Born Artists. We didn't realize that our first show ever would get so much attention! The crowd was super supportive, we had a blast, and we all left with smiles on our faces, realizing that we already like the direction this band is going.

So Far, What Has Been Your Best Live Experience?

The best live show we played was at the Crocodile in Seattle. This was recently on Thursday, December 13. The sound system is one of the best in Seattle, and it just felt good to have our music represented with such a great system and sound engineer. We loved hanging out in the green room, the other bands, fans, and all the perks that come with that venue!

Favorite Colors?

Blue and Purple, which makes Indigo.

Favorite Food?

Macaroni and Cheese.

Any Memories Of The First Concert You Attended?

One memorable concert from high school was on Valentines day at the Pageant in St. Louis, where I live for four years. I was going through this rocker phase, and it was heavy metal. Definitely got pushed around the mosh pit and had the time of my life.

Any Bands/Artists You Enjoy Listening To That People Might Find Surprising?

People might find it surprising that I love Queens of the Stone Age, as my sound is more pop and delicate. I also love Deep Purple for their killer organ solos. Totally opposite of my stye. I just appreciate music from all genres/time periods. Whatever sound I've developed has been a fusion of my experiences, and since I've been in a cover band and experimented with more of a rock sound in the past, right now it just has a wide variety.

So What Do You Have Planned For Next Year?

At the rate we're going, we are thinking of applying to festivals such as Bumbershoot, as well as doing regional touring.

What Do You Want To Say To The Fans?

It truly has been a magical experience having so many wonderful opportunities happen in only six months. We are so honored to have gotten to the finals of the Seattle Jammin Challenge, winning a show at Hard Rock and music video, and we couldn't have done it without our fans' support. The bottom line is that if you're happy, we're happy. Thank you for believing in us and making our dreams come true!

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INTERVIEW WITH MELANIE TAYLOR by Diggy-Kat

Hello Melanie And Thank You For This Interview! First Off, How Do The Songs Come About Considering The Songwriting Process And What Inspires You?

It can be a different thing for every song, although most of the time with the songs that are on my new album, we would have the song first, and then my producer and I would find a concept to write about that really fit that song. Then I would write and he would write, then come back into the studio later, collaborate our ideas, and finish writing and recording the final record in one session!
The concepts are just things from my life though! Having fun, break ups, my love life..:) I guess that inspires me just because it's honest!

Any Songs You Have Written That Hold An Extra Place In Your Heart? And If So, Why?

My single Cease Fire is really dear to me, becuase it was the first record that my producer and I wrote together, and as a result decided to do my full album vs. just an EP. At first I had some other songs that he was just going to be re-producing, but not writing on, and then when we did Cease Fire we were like ok...there's something here, I need to develop more of this sound...
So I feel like Cease Fire really gave birth to everything I have going on now.

What Are Your Thoughts On The Recording Sessions?

It's always my favorite day to record, because my producer and I write really well together and something magical always comes out just in the process of getting it all out on paper. Plus that is when the ideas really come into fruition and so it's exciting! There is so much possibility at that stage.

What About The First Show You Played, Any Memories?

When I first came out here to LA I played in like any bar I could...just to my tracks! That's actually how I got scouted out to work with the production company that did my album! But my first really big show was actually just earlier this year at the Key Club, and man that was seriously fun! That was the first time we had hired dancers and an artistic director to make my show the full realization of how I wanted people to experience my music. And now I'm hooked, I love the dancing aspect of my shows.

So Far, What Has Been Your Best Live Experience?

I think it must have been just recently at the Whisky A Go Go for the AI Music Awards Nomination Event! Not only is the Whisky such a historic place to perform, but there were a lot of really great other artists involved in the awards show, as well as the producer of the show Mikey Jayy, who has been making such great strides for the AI Music Awards!
Also - that day I had just gotten in from South America! So I really didn't know how well I would do on like no sleep and not seeing my dancers for a couple weeks! But we had rehearsal earlier in the day, and somehow from the enegy of the crowd it was even better than our previous shows! Such a rush!

Favorite Colors?

Orange Yellow and Red...I like firey colors

Favorite Food?

Indian..or really anything spicy

Any Memories Of The First Concert You Attended?

My first concert was a Spice Girls concert...which I guess looking back, now explains a lot :) Girl power! haha...I have to give it to them, they were not afraid to think outside of the book and just be shamelessly pop and funky...I love doing that at times too.

Any Bands/Artists You Enjoy Listening To That People Might Find Surprising?

It's probably not surprising, but I knew every single lyric to Michael Jackson's HIStory album by the time I was 6. I did go through a short country phase for a while, and now and then I still belt out some Shania Twain..

So What Do You Have Planned For Next Year?

So Much!!! So we are promoting my debut Album "All About Today" as well as my single "Cease Fire" and I plan to do a lot of shows this year, which hopefully just means a tour... ;)
I just signed with a label in Germany that we are doing a single with and there will be a major label rapper featured on the song! So we will be doing a video for that and seeing how it does!

What Do You Want To Say To The Fans?

I just want to say thank you for everyone listening and who has listened to or bought my music! Please stay connected to me, I really want to be an example of someone doing what I love every day because it's my passion - so it gives others permission to do the same! I know it sounds cliche but you really can do anything you believe in, as long as you never give up!

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INTERVIEW WITH BRIAN SCHREIBER FROM UNTOWARD CHILDREN by Diggy-Kat

Hello Brian And Thank You For Taking The Time For This Interview. First Off, How Do The Songs Come About Considering The Songwriting Process And What Inspires You?

In our New Band 'Untoward Children' we have freeform Jams that we record. The stuff that we come up with is the basis of all the songs we've come up with so far. The fun of playing is really what inspires me.

Any Songs You Have Written That Hold An Extra Place In Your Heart? And If So, Why?

"Never Growing Old" was a song I wrote which was released on the first Babylonian Tiles Cd "Basking in the Sun at Midnight". It's special to me because It was my 1st professional recording of a song I had written.

What Are Your Thoughts On The Recording Sessions?

It's a mixture of fun and pressure...hopefully more of the former and less of the latter. All of the recordings we did with Babylonian Tiles were a lot of fun especially the 'Green Midnight Glow ' sessions which were done at the 'Rancho de Luna' in Joshua Tree, ca.

What About The First Show You Played, Any Memories?

It was up in Crestline, California. The stage Broke and I fell off the back during the one song I was brought up to play. Fortunately there was a whole lot of guitarists and horn players standing in front of me so I don't think anyone noticed... so I got up and continued to play

So Far, What Has Been Your Best Live Experience?

The House of Blues in Hollywood was an Exceptional Experiece!! We Opened for Prog Legends " Magma" and it was just a GREAT night!

Favorite Colors?

I Like Purple... Don't know why but I always have....

Favorite Food?

I love Chinese food.....of course I Love Mexican food too.... And Italian and Persian...And I gotta get a Pastrami sandwich at Canters.........

Any Memories Of The First Concert You Attended?

David Bowie.... It totally blew my mind and helped set me on the musical path that I have taken

Any Bands/Artists You Enjoy Listening To That People Might Find Surprising?

Gong, Steve Hillage, Brand X, Zappa, Beefheart

So What Do You Have Planned For Next Year?

Recordings in the works for next year...and some travel I think

What Do You Want To Say To The Fans?

Thanks for supporting Babylonian Tiles these many years... I Look forward to playing for you again in Untoward Children

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INTERVIEW WITH KAYLA LUDY by Diggy-Kat

Hello Kayla, Thank You So Much For Taking The Time For This Interview. First Off, How Do The Songs Come About Considering The Songwriting Process And What Inspires You?

This is a tough question to answer. I really feel like the songwriting process is a gift from God. I usually sit down to write when I'm feeling creative and start writing the music first and if I like it, I repeat it over and over again. Then try to get a feel for the music and see what comes out for the lyrics. Almost every time, if I'm really feeling the music, the lyrics just pour out. It's beautiful.

Any Songs You Have Written That Hold An Extra Place In Your Heart? And If So, Why?

I really like "Control" and feel it's one of favorites. The lyrics are very inspiring to me and have helped me get through some crazy times, and the motion my hands go through while playing this song is so rhythmic, reminding me of the ocean and how the waves come in and then recede.

What Are Your Thoughts On The Recording Sessions?

Well most of my recording has been in my own home studios or on whatever recording device I have close at hand at the time, but as far as the couple of real studios I've been in, recording is very tiring. I feel really excited to hear the quality and be able to hear my songs in a whole new setting, but the repetition is what gets to me. It's hard to keep the same feelings attached to each song after playing them so many times. I tend to feel relieved and proud when I finally sit back and listen to the finished product though. It's like watching a child grow up.

What About The First Show You Played, Any Memories?

Oh man. That was a nightmare, yet such a moving time for me. I remember it well. I had been awake for 3 days when I did my first performance. I had rushed a few hours before the show to write a song, just so I could take place in this event. It was an all-female talent show called Femme raising money for charity (For women specifically). A friend asked if I'd like to join so I scrambled words together and made up a song ("You Don't Have to Worry"). I was so nervous I drank a pitcher of beer before going on stage while rehearsing. When I got on stage I could barely read my own handwriting on scratch paper I had set by my feet on the stage. I started playing and had to stop because my vision was blurred and the lyrics were chicken scratch. I apologized and started over. The second time through I totally wailed, surprising most that knew me in my hometown. No one knew I could sing, maybe neither did I. It was a rush like no other and the 500-600 people in the crowd totally supported me. What a night! That is still one of my favorite songs.

So Far, What Has Been Your Best Live Experience?

My best live experience was definitely at the 3rd Femme show I performed at. I was fully prepared and performed 4 new songs I had written that year. All of those songs were powerful and I had them nailed down. Being spot-on for a performance is a great feeling.

Favorite Colors?

Red, Green and Blue

Favorite Food?

Come on, man. Pizza.

Any Memories Of The First Concert You Attended?

I wish i could remember the first concert, but I don't. I'm guessing it was some sort of Christian rock or alternative music because I was raised in the church and kind of forbidden from listening to anything but that, in exception to the oldies. Going to concerts has been one of the greatest memories of my life and continues to be. I love live music!

Any Bands/Artists You Enjoy Listening To That People Might Find Surprising?

I'm a big fan of Grizzly Bear, Metric, Deerhoof and of course the Beatles. I'm not sure if any of those are surprising but, like some, I still love Alanis Morissette. She has a way of really displaying all of herself in her music. Very inspiring to me.

So What Do You Have Planned For Next Year?

I plan to be traveling up the West coast for the beginning of the year and then continuing to play with my band Shiny Voyage, aside from my solo stuff. More songwriting, more networking. Maybe some studio time in between. Just living and loving life right now.

What Do You Want To Say To The Fans?

Well, I wish I had more fans to speak to, but for all the responses I've gotten so far about my music, thank you for your honesty and for taking the time to listen. Music is my passion and without it, I'd be dead. Literally. God has given me the gift of music and I plan to sing and play until the day I die.

http://www.kaylaludy.xipe-is.com/music.html

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INTERVIEW WITH SOREN BRYCE by Diggy-Kat

Hello Soren And Thank You So Much For This Interview. First Off, How Do The Songs Come About Considering The Songwriting Process And What Inspires You?

Well, writing has always been a thing for me. I remember getting a C on a paper because my teacher said I was being too descriptive! Imagine that! so I decided to channel all that creative energy into songwriting. I usually write songs by writing some music first then finding a place of inspiration, then things start a flowin' (: A lot of different things inspire me. I like to hear about other people's stories, and sometimes that makes me want to write. One song I wrote was completely based off of a joke my friend told me!

Any Songs You Have Written That Hold An Extra Place In Your Heart? And If So, Why?

Asking me to pick my favorite song is like asking me to pick my favorite child (maybe a little easier) (; I have a song that I really really love called "Jack in the Box." I don't know if it's the chord progression or the way the lyrics just kind of came out of me when I wrote it, but I always love when I play that song! Which is good because I get sick of songs really fast so this one has stuck by me the longest (: haha.

What Are Your Thoughts On The Recording Sessions?

I love recording! Being in the studio for me is like a kid getting locked in a candy shop, and can't come out until he finds the best treats! Although it gets very tedious at times, it is definitey worth it when you see the product you get out of it.

What About The First Show You Played, Any Memories?

Oh goodness, let's see. The first show I played was at a place in Amarillo, Texas called "Cowboy Gelatos." It was a tiny little cafe in downtown Amarillo and I played a two hour set with some of my best friends. It was a great way to start off my music career. (:

So Far, What Has Been Your Best Live Experience?

My best live experience would probably have to be when I played for a small group of fans in Charleston, South Carolina. We were all working on a movie set together and we just decided to go to the beach one day. I set on this beautiful island and played them a few songs! It is definitely one of my favorite memories.

Favorite Colors?

My favorite colors would have to be blue-green (I know, those are two colors, but I just can't decide! haha) and purple.

Favorite Food?

I LOVE ITALIAN! words cannot express my love for italian food, and I'm suprised I haven't written a song about it yet. (;

Any Memories Of The First Concert You Attended?

The first concert I ever went to was to see Ben Howard, who I absolutely ADORE. Haha he's such a great musician, and once you see him live, it makes you fall in love with him so much more than you thought you could! haha. I admire what he is doing in his genre.

Any Bands/Artists You Enjoy Listening To That People Might Find Surprising?

Not many people know this but my first instrument is violin. So that means I listen to a lot, I mean A LOT of classical music. Whether it be to fall asleep or do homework, I've got some Paganini or Vivaldi cranked up. I even have a playlist called "awesome orchestra pieces" haha.

So What Do You Have Planned For Next Year?

Well, starting early next year I hope to start recording my EP and I'm going to be playing a lot more shows. I also hope to be the winner of Artists in Music Award's best folk/acoustic artist category (:

What Do You Want To Say To The Fans?

You guys are awesome! I don't know where I would be if I didn't have people listening to my music (: you complete me haha. I hope to see a lot of you very very soon!

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