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.
a conversation with justin kibbel
Justin Kibbel is a saint. OK, perhaps that's stretching it... but only a teensy bit. The man is a well-known music industry player in Madison, WI, works for an incredible new venue, runs his own label, and manages a unique and magical indie pop duo named Seasaw. When...
a conversation with a day without love
Happy Pi Day! We are over here celebrating with some apple pie and basketball, but first thing is first: a new podcast episode. For our 4th installment, we sit down to chat with Philadelphia-based A Day Without Love (Brian Walker) about the way he serves his...
a conversation with alice phoebe lou
Today’s conversation is a sit down with songstress Alice Phoebe Lou, whose album Paper Castles is out tomorrow, March 8th. The lead up to this release has proven insane for her, as - since we spoke - Robert Plant opened up for her in Leeds and she recorded a...
episode #2: a conversation with talker
A few weeks ago, we had the distinct pleasure of sitting down to chat with Talker while she was revving up for the release of her debut EP Horror Films. We also got to speak about energy healing, life in Los Angeles, growing up in the same metropolitan area, and other...
i am casting on lyricism, psychology, and carnival barkers
Cole Guerra has crafted a sound that balances on the edge between progressive rock and pop with latest project I Am Casting, a musical entity we have been captivated by since premiering "Clay" last year. Amidst the release of the project's debut album, we got a few...
episode #1: a conversation (and a premiere) with throwaway
We have been working quietly on a project for quite some time, and today is the day to unleash it unto the world! I'm proud to announce: Imperfect Fifth: A Podcast Offbeat Conversations With Our Favorite Music Industry Humans Episode #1: A Conversation with Throwaway...
globelamp talks romantic cancer, germany, and influence
Southern California-based psych/folk musician Elizabeth le Fey has been making beautiful strides with her music under the moniker Globelamp. We've been bedazzled by her presence ever since 2014's Star Dust entered our lives, and watching that progression has been an...
mythical motors’ matt addison talks elevated levels, bigfoot, and dream rider list (aka beer)
Chattanooga, TN-based power pop/garage band Mythical Motors - comprised of Matt Addison, Mike Brown, Brad Smith, & Johnny Wingo - might be gearing up for the release of their new album, but we were a bit impatient. So we caught up with Matt briefly to chat about...
the curls talk weird al, extra-fat hot chocolate nutella truffle oil bacon lattes, and basically being insane (and wonderful)
As a music journalist, you're never quite sure what interviewing a band will get you. Will they be awkward? Will they provide good insight, or just one-word answers? There are questions that plague your mind leading up to it. And it's those incredible storytellers...
rachel taylor brown talks fdr era, musical relationships
Run Tiny Human is your 8th album with Jeff Stuart Saltzman, what makes the musical relationship between you and Jeff last so long? Rachel: When you work with someone for that long--especially on something so personal as your own music--you've both seen one another at...