Band Interview:
1/19/2010
One of the biggest challenges, and often demises, of independent bands is trying to match up schedules of several people to write, rehearse, and perform. Despite the obvious challenge, Martian Horses have made a commitment to disprove the popular notion that less is more, and it's an easy argument when the details of their double-digit roster come together in beautiful accord. Read More...
Disposable Project:
1/4/2010
After releasing their debut album in late November, Tape Deck Mountain took a week-long jaunt up the California coast. Travis, Jordan, Paul, and a friend/roadie Jon packed in some late night jam sessions, McDoubles, and panicked sprints away from both a giant dog and a herd of wild buffalo. Read More...
Recording Journal:
12/7/2009
It's been almost a year since we first fell in love with The Paddle Boat, taking in their lovely pop melodies from the floor of the Boathouse and the stairs of Luce Loft. When we heard their plans to track a record in Oregon, we immediately asked two questions: Can you provide some behind the scenes footage, and can we help you throw an amazing record release party? They said yes to both. Read More...
Artist Interview:
12/1/2009
I first came across Matt Stallings' when he was nominated in the emerging artist category for the San Diego Art Prize. His vibrant colors and technique made him stand out, but what struck me most about his work was his humor and social commentary. Not only did I want to buy one of his paintings, I wanted to sit down for a beer with the guy. We asked four friends who have shared an adult beverage with Matt in the past to inquire about whatever questions have gone unanswered in their minds. Read More...
Band Interview:
11/16/2009
A Sunday evening amongst endless warehouses in Miramar, a small group of friends gather at Stereo Disguise Recording Lab for an intimate performance by Tape Deck Mountain. The San Diego-based three piece have paid their dues on the local level, and have received deserving attention from the blog world leading up to their debut release. For this interview, we did something slightly different, reaching out to a few of Travis, Jordan and Paul's peers for interview questions. Read More...