Sonic Dorms

On this episode, host Max Davallo welcomes back the immaculate Charlie Risso to the show to discuss her new EP: "The Light", which contains her most refined collection of songs yet.

► Check out Charlie Risso
Website: https://www.charlierisso.com/
"The Light" - Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puZH4...

Welcome fledging singer/songwriter Whitney Tai to Sonic Dorms, to discuss the transcendental effect music has on her, the art of the album listening experience, as well as her collaboration with Chuck Wright (of Quiet Riot fame) on his recently released solo album "Chuck Wright's Sheltering Sky".

Whitney's journey as an artist is no doubt one to inspire those wanting to follow their dreams.

► Check out Whitney Tai
Website: https://www.whitneytaimusic.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhitneyTaiMu...
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitneytai/...

We're pleased to welcome another quality independent musician on the rise: Cody Brooks to Sonic Dorms.

Hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, Cody brings to mind the raw electric guitar chaos of legends like Robert Johnson and Jack White . Vocally he channels a similar gruffness to Tom Waits , while delivering his streetwise poetry.

During our chat, we get into the desire to continue to seek out artists with a raw human element to their music, Cody's own musical journey and the influences that pour into his work.

His new album, titled: "First World Problems" is available now (on all streaming platforms).

► Check out Cody Brooks
Website: https://www.codybrooks.rocks/

On this incredibly exciting episode of Sonic Dorms, host Max Davallo welcomes first time guest: dUg Pinnick of King's X !

dUg is currently promoting the first King's X album in fourteen years, titled: "Three Sides of One", and during the conversation dUg discusses the journey towards crafting this top-tier album as well as his early days discovering the moving magic of music, alongside other incredibly interesting insights on what drives his spirit.

► Check out King's X
Website: https://www.kingsxrocks.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KingsXofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingsxoffic...

Host of Sonic Dorms, Max Davallo proudly welcomes lead vocalist of Romeo's Daughter: Leigh Matty to the show to discuss the impact music had on her at an early age, her time collaborating with legendary producer/songwriter Robert John "Mutt" Lange, as well as the upcoming new album from Romeo's Daughter.

Formed in the mid-80s, Romeo's Daughter was one of many bands that should've been huge, as they had the perfect combination of elements at their disposal.

To this very day, their debut album (released in 1988) is a hidden gem that continues to sound fresh & exciting.

► Check out Romeo's Daughter
Website: http://romeosdaughter.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/romeosdaught...
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romeosdaugh...

One of the all time greatest vocalist/frontmen: Michael Sadler of legendary cult Progressive Rock band SAGA joins host Max Davallo on this incredibly noteworthy episode to talk about his inspiring lifelong career in music & what it takes to stay in the game.


► Check out SAGA
Website: https://sagagen.com/
SAGA 40th anniversary album Reissues: https://www.ear-music.net/sagareissues/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SAGAgeneration
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saga_band/?...

► Check out Progject
Website: https://www.progject.com/main/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/35826...
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/progject/?h...

We proudly welcome first time guest: singer/songwriter Dani Hagan to Sonic Dorms.

Without a doubt, Dani Hagan is a vital part of the LA music scene. She spent many years honing her craft, while gigging at famed LA venues, such as The Viper Room, Molly Malone's, The Mint, and others.

What's immediately striking about Dani Hagan's songwriting is its concise focus on telling a singular narrative with incredibly dynamite vocals that sell the story being told, word for word.

During the discussion between Max & Dani, they discuss her origin story, varied approach to songwriting, upcoming songs in collaboration with famed-producer Mikal Blue, as well as her incredible contributions as a founding member of "Gritty in Pink"-- a music community built to help empower & help women in the music community.

► Check out Dani Hagan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danihaganmusic/
Good Guy - Official Music Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNZW3...
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dani.hagan/...

► Check out Gritty in Pink
Official Website: https://www.grittyinpink.co/#:~:text=....

On this episode of Sonic Dorms, we welcome back independent singer/songwriter Dandelyin, but this time she's joined by underground hip hop artist Xavi Suede, who together have collaborated on a series of alternative/hip hop singles that really pop!

On this episode, we welcome first time guest Paul Taylor, well known as an accomplished guitarist/keyboardist who has worked with countless artists as a composer & musician over the decades, most famously with Winger.

During our conversation, we deep dive into some stories about Paul Taylor's early days working with Alice Cooper (in the mid '80s), the beginnings of his collaborations with Kip Winger, as well as his time working with the immaculate Steve Perry.

We also briefly discuss his recent time working with Dave Sabo & Rachel Bolan (of Skid Row) on their new single "The Gang's All Here", alongside collaborating with Mick Mars & Jacob Bunton on Mick Mars' long awaited upcoming solo project.

► Check out Winger
Official site: https://www.wingertheband.com/

In this episode, we welcome first time guest: iconic music journalist & curator Larry Flick (Billboard/Sirius XM/Vero) to Sonic Dorms! Join us as we discuss his gateway into being an incredibly passionate tastemaker for various types of music, his inspiring journey into music journalism (working as a single reviewer and Senior Talent Editor for Billboard Magazine) as well as his recent VERO True Social show #LetsTalkMusic, where he invites various artists to openly discuss their multifaceted outlooks in the wide-world of music.

► Check out Larry Flick & #LetsTalkMusic
Official website: https://vero.co/veromusic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_flick...