As lead singer/rhythm guitarist for The Lost Riots, Jeffrey Thunders fronts one of the best punk bands in the state, though he would never say that. Their heartfelt and sincere mixture of hardcore punk and garage rock, makes them one exciting proposition whether on the stage or on wax. The Lost Riots have won the… Continue reading Kick Out the Jams: An Interview with the Lost Riots’ Jeffrey Thunders
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Interview with Simon Tuozzoli of UP Recording and Vestal Claret
I first came across Simon Tuozzoli’s work through my friend Rob’s project The Danbury Lie. Rob sent the first album to Alternative Control for review — an unusual collection of songs, with sparkling recording quality and a few really ear-catching basslines. “Who played bass on this?” I asked him. “This guy Simon,” he said. “The… Continue reading Interview with Simon Tuozzoli of UP Recording and Vestal Claret
CULT LEADER INTERVIEW
Mike Mason, Casey Hansen and Anthony Lucero were in a band together under a different name, but something bad went down with one of the members — so they kicked him out, renamed the band Cult Leader, and started anew. They added bassist Sam Richards and Lucero, the previous bassist, took on vocal duties.… Continue reading CULT LEADER INTERVIEW
When in Rome, We Interview FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE
On June 24, 2014, I along with my Uruguayan sister Andrusky were given the opportunity to speak with Tommaso Riccardi, lead singer and guitar player of FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE at Gramercy Theater in NYC, the second stop of the Conquers of the World Tour they are on with Septicflesh and Necronomicon (a local band called… Continue reading When in Rome, We Interview FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE
Interview with Matt Korvette of Pissed Jeans
Philadelphia’s Pissed Jeans play loud, ugly and weird music. Guitarist Brad Fry spits out heavily distorted and fuzz-laden riffs over the rhythm section of bassist Randy Huth and drummer Sean McGuinness, while lead singer Matt Korvette howls, yowls and rants lyrics about the inanities of modern life over the racket. They can be fast, slow,… Continue reading Interview with Matt Korvette of Pissed Jeans
Interview with Scott Lee of New England Metal and Hardcore Festival
Questions by Baldwin, Pluckman, Jeff, and Jessie. Interview conducted by Jessie on Monday, 2/24/14, courtesy of Earsplit PR. Jessie talked with New England Metal and Hardcore Festival organizer Scott Lee in late February. In the time that’s passed, many “Battle for Metal Fests” have taken place; trucks were stolen, mistakes were made, and petitions were… Continue reading Interview with Scott Lee of New England Metal and Hardcore Festival
Cockflex and Haunchy Temptresses: An Interview with Nightbitch Guitarist Ryan Adams
You lucky bastards, today we bring you a fresh, new interview with Nightbitch guitarist Ryan Adams. In this installment, we discuss their new EP, their newish drummer, why you might be seeing less of them in state and how they make children’s dreams come true. (You might be surprised at this response. Or not.) Of… Continue reading Cockflex and Haunchy Temptresses: An Interview with Nightbitch Guitarist Ryan Adams