Since an imperfect fifth (see also: wolf fifth, wolf interval, etc.) incorporates the numbers 5 and 7 – it spans seven semitones and is a fifth note in its own respect – I figured we needed to keep it simple, and pack as much energy into 5-7 questions as possible. So here we are, nabbing quick hitters from some of our favorite artists.
davis talks inspired past, juxtaposition, rock future
Southern California-based alternative rock act DAVIS is still flying high off the critical acclaim and crowd reaction from 2016's EP Crooked Finger. And - as you may remember - idobi Radio premiered his video for "Los Angeles" in September. (And he curated a playlist...
broke royals talk new music, the strokes, and their choice to be pro-salad
In the wake of the release of Broke Royals' emotion-filled video for "As Long As I Can See" - and in the direct lead up to the release of their self-titled album in November - we had a few very pointed questions for the band. Formed in 2014 shortly after graduating...
5j barrow talk “a new begin”, empowering loneliness, and a meet cute
Today is a big day for earthy folk/indie rock collective 5j Barrow, the quartet comprised of Eryn Murman, Jason Hite, Drew Jones, and Gerard Canonico that once called Ohio, California, Tennessee, and New Jersey home. The musical (and romantic) duo of Murman and Hite...
so below is the ethereal songstress you need in your life
Maddie North is a New Zealander who has found her gorgeous self in Los Angeles, doing what she does best–making music. She released her first EP last year under the moniker of “So Below,” and we can’t get enough. Her music is ethereal, her voice tranquil, and her...
KiSMiT delves into the sonic experience of “cosmic love”
Los Angeles-based indie pop duo (and real life couple) KiSMiT - Carly Barnette and Basti Reunert - has been blowing minds with their latest release, a 70s-inspired track titled "Cosmic Love". So you know "we struck gold" with the music video for the track, which also...
tomkat talks road trips, powerful women, and new album icarus
As Texas' indie/electro-rock/pop collective TOMKAT - comprised of Katrina Cain, Andrew McMillan, Mike Luzecky, and Jonny Harmon - prepares to release their captivating 9 track album Icarus on Friday, October 13th, they're prepping a couple of live dates surrounding...
a few questions with slow dancer as he wraps up his u.s. tour
Melbourne-based artist Slow Dancer (Simon Okely) is rounding out his U.S. tour with two more performances before heading to London. Tonight, he plays at Resident in Los Angeles and tomorrow, he will be entertaining on stage at Hollywood's Hotel Café. He has been...
swimming bell releases the golden heart ep, talks essence of her music,
Today, Brooklyn-based folk musician Swimming Bell (Katie Schottland) releases her first solo EP, titled The Golden Heart. Over the course of five tracks, she takes us on an almost magical journey through beautifully picked guitars, slight sound effects, and light as a...
jenny o. gets excited over single serve olives, is the best
On August 4th, talented Los Angeles based musician Jenny O. released her first full length since 2013's Automechanic, to a host of (well expected) critical acclaim. Shortly after, she hit the road for a pretty solid U.S. tour, which she is in the middle of right now....
ALKE talk friendship, process, and comparisons to john hughes “all night”
Los Angeles based pop duo ALKE - comprised of Jameson Flood and Audrey (A.K.) Karrasch - maintain the perfect balance of ethereal vocals and nostalgic, 80's instrumentals in their art, music that makes you want to get up and make all of your teenage dreams come...