We Talk About Music

Taking the time from his busy schedule, we got the incredible opportunity to speak with Trent Prall, who is much better known as Kainalu. He released one of our favorite records of 2022, Ginseng Hourglass, so please take the time to hear our full conversation. In the realm of psychedelic funk, there are few artists as captivating and innovative as Kainalu, the brainchild of independent multi-instrumentalist and producer Trent Prall. With his sophomore album, "Ginseng Hourglass," Kainalu solidifies his position as a rising star, blending modern psychedelia with the timeless allure of classic Motown influences. Prall's Japanese-Hawaiian heritage, where "Kainalu" translates to the ebb and flow of ocean waves, provides a profound backdrop for the project's exploration of impermanence, life's transience, and the constant shifting of time.

Fresh off the release of their rocking new record, Danger Is My Business, we got the special opportunity to speak with AR Band for a full interview discussing the in’s and outs of the record. AR Band's latest record, Danger Is My Business is a captivating exploration of musical prowess and creative collaboration. Formed in 2019 by Kent Lake, Ashley Reandeau, and Walter Steagal, AR Band showcases their collective songwriting and compositional talents in this dynamic release. With the addition of Mattson Ovestedal on bass in 2021 and the accomplished Max Brody from the renowned band Ministry joining on sax, keys, and percussion in 2022, the band's lineup is a powerhouse of musical expertise. We spoke on many topics, but the best part of it all was gaining the immeasurable insight into how their sound was formed.

Beginning the rollout of his newest record, Leo Sawikin has hit big with a feel good and heartfelt new track titled “Hold On”. We got the wonderful opportunity to sit and speak with Leo in-depth for a full interview, so please enjoy our entire conversation with the artist. Leo Sawikin's new single "Hold On" is a heartwarming ballad filled with optimism and hope. The New York City-based singer and songwriter worked with legendary Seattle-based producer Phil Ek (Fleet Foxes, The shins) to create a track that is sure to bring a smile to listeners' faces. While there’s plenty more in the way coming soon enough, our entire conversation with Leo opened the doors to his process, a peek into the future, but ultimately showed off what a talent he really is.

On only her third official single titled “Mystery”, Kali Lu is already making a big splash in the indie music scene, and luckily for us she was kind enough to drop in for a full interview to expound on the track. Kali Lu is a rising indie artist hailing from the LA area, and she has already shown remarkable potential with her latest single, "Mystery." Kali's music is a testament to the transformative power of art and the way it can inspire people to find new parts of themselves. After being inspired by an artist's live performance, Kali picked up her guitar and started writing, and her passion for music has been burning brightly ever since. Our entire interview with the artist was inspiring in the sense that we got honest and raw answers from an artist who truly has a lot to say. We urge you to check out the conversation, but certainly don’t miss out on the song.

Off to an immensely hot start this year so far, with so much more in the works, we got the opportunity to sit and speak with GRIPPA for an in-depth discussion discussing a variety of topics. GRIPPA, the seventeen-year-old pop artist, is an undeniable force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Her unique perspective on growing up for a generation accustomed to the stranger things in life is highlighted in her music, which carries an air of both playfulness and maturity. While her aesthetic may feature images of tiny plastic babies and bean cans, underneath the surface lies a desire to explore hard truths, and this is made clear in her lyrics. Our interview with the artist broke ground and got in the head of how she creates, produces, and even got a look into future projects currently in progress.

Fresh off the release of another fantastic track, Mara Sol was kind enough to drop in for an in-depth interview to discuss her latest, “Like Fire”. Mara Sol's latest release "Like Fire" is a captivating indie folk and pop gem that highlights the singer, songwriter, and producer's immense talent and musicianship. Hailing from Coachella Valley, California, Sol is a natural born musician who started singing in musical theater from the young age of 7, eventually training in classical voice at Cornish College in Seattle, Washington. Getting to interview her was honestly the cherry on top to our many listens of the single, which is why we’re urging everyone out there to take a moment and give our conversation a spin.

Capturing so much beauty on his newest musical endeavor, Adam Monaco was kind enough to lend his time for an interview to speak about the intricacies of “Nevermind”. Philadelphia-based musician Adam Monaco has just released his newest single "Nevermind," and it's clear that this veteran artist has refined his craft over years of collaborating with other musicians in the city's vibrant music scene. Monaco, who is also a multi-instrumentalist and composer, has spent years giving back to the community through various non-profit organizations, and "Nevermind" marks a new chapter in his journey as a solo artist. We spoke all about this song’s meaning, got a deeper look into Adam’s life, and so much more in our chat with the artist. You don’t want to miss this!

Continuing the roll out of their impending EP, we were lucky enough to sit down and chat in-depth with Caleb Robinson of Silosoul! Silosoul's new single "Nights I Gave You" showcases the band's genre-bending style and psychedelic rock roots. With a seemingly endless combination of rock, blues, reggae, hip-hop, funk, soul, metal, and punk influences throughout their catalog, Silosoul creates a sound that is uniquely their own. They’re gearing up for a 5-track EP, but have just let loose their latest teaser in which we got the chance to learn all about from the band’s Caleb Robinson. It’s a conversation, and more importantly, a fantastic track we urge you not to miss.