“We all really liked Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream.” Interview with Tyler Bolton of Mint
Mint is originally from southern California and, most recently, inspired by what they call the "darker hues" of Interpol, Joy […]
“Never taking my eyes off my opponent, which is fear itself.” Interview with AroMa
AroMa is a creative genius. They put everything into their performances, seeing the real human significance of emotional self-expression through […]
Mayya thinks you should listen to any album by Soviet-era rock group Kino
Born in Russia and raised in the Tenderloin, Mayya aspires to create positive, melodic, energetic environments through her music. As […]
“Everyone wants to be a part of the Bay.” Interview with Tyla Jones of Total Accord
From Absolutely Kosher to the Chapel to El Rio, Tyla Jones has been an integral force in Bay Area music. […]
“I want to make a fitness dance video.” Interview with Anna Hillburg
Anna Hillburg is a classically-trained trumpeter and wildly creative singer-songwriter who has contributed to acts such as Shannon and The […]
“Experiencing things that are unfamiliar is always a healthy practice.” Interview with Mild Universe
Mild Universe is a SF-based indie dance collective fusing 90s house influence with disco, soul, and post-punk into an eclectic […]
“I channel the flower power tender resistance of the 60s and 70s.” Interview with Mae Powell
Singer-songwriter Mae Powell has been spreading peace, magick, and radical self-love across the Bay Area since 2016. With a gorgeous, […]
“I didn’t have to explain my African sound.” Interview with Piwai
Piwai blends traditional rhythms from her native Zimbabwe with contemporary soul, jazz, and R&B to craft a sound unique here […]
“I’m really hoping that the Bay rediscovers the Funk.” Interview with Kevin O’Dea of The Grease Traps
The Grease Traps are an eight-piece funk and soul group based in Oakland. Made up of rare funk 45 record […]
Less cover bands, more original music: Interview with Jacob Aranda
The son of a Mexican father, the child of a Midwestern upbringing, and a longtime contributor to the local music […]