Into Music

John McCutcheon’s latest release is the album Field of Stars, a project he intended to record in 2020.

Holly Lovell is a singer-songwriter based in Denver, Colorado. Her latest album, Hello Chelsea, explores a variety of themes including addiction, family history, and grief.

In this conversation, Grant Mullen discusses how Naked Giants has navigated a decade together, including a period of inactivity during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also discusses how the members have learned to live with music and Naked Giants as one part of their lives but not the sole focus.

In this conversation, Soph Nathan discusses the importance of personal expression in her writing, what it’s like having close friendships with her bandmates in Our Girl, and how co-producer Fern Ford had a hand in helping Nathan realize the full potential of The Good Kind.

For today's Into Music, we have a double feature! Chloe and Asy Saavedras discuss with Jedd Beaudoin, separately, about the history of Chaos Chaos, how they continue to navigate a relationship sometimes complicated by their roles as bandmates and at other times complicated by their roles as siblings, and what the future might hold for Chaos Chaos.

In this conversation, Jedd Beaudoin talks with Johnny Leitera about how album covers and images can inspire the imagination, the power of repetition in art, and the challenge of writing songs for specific projects.

In this conversation, Avery Mandeville discusses how a trip to Durham, North Carolina during which she wrote a song a day, helped shape her new album, whether she’s ever been concerned about incorporating humor into her songs, and how the eclectic material on Now That’s What I Call Little Hag still forms a cohesive record.

On this episode of Into Music, Raia Was discusses the recording of the EP as well as her views on how compositions evolve and more.

In this conversation, Perla Batalla speaks about her friendship with Leonard Cohen, the power of his songs, and her appreciation for having pursued her passions in this 2024 conversation.

In this conversation, Mike Montrey discusses the somewhat unusual trajectory of his career, his life as a music educator, including his work with adults with developmental disabilities, and what happens when creativity outpaces technical skill.

In this conversation, Pamela McNeill recalls her early passion for music, singing back-up vocals for pop superstar Rick Astley, and co-writing material with New Age music legend Yanni.

In this conversation, Scott Colton discusses his musical roots, how music has remained a passion despite forays into other pursuits and his thoughts on being an independent artist in 2024.

In this conversation, Kyle Alexander discusses Death Doula’s writing process, the charms of live performances given in unconventional spaces, the nature of music scenes, and shares some enthusiasm for the film Challengers.

In this conversation, Timothy Den discusses his memories of music scenes in various locales, including Boston, Miami, and Chicago as well as his love of metal music, the impact that working as a music journalist had on his career, and how his immigrant experience shaped his willingness to take risks.

In this Into Music, Maura Pond discusses the themes in Luna Honey's new album, Pond’s struggles with stage fright and the trio’s prolific nature.

Daniel House discusses the Seattle music scene of the 1980s, the importance of The U-Men, the role that community played during his time as a young musician in Seattle and the continued importance music plays in his own community making. We also get some news about at least one future Skin Yard project.

In this conversation, James Petralli discusses relocating from Austin, Texas to Los Angeles, dynamics within his band, how he found new focus on family and friendships during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how he’s involved his children with his creativity.

In this conversation, Binnie Klein sheds some light on the project "The Quiver" while also discussing creativity itself.

Peter Zaremba is vocalist for the legendary garage rock band The Fleshtones. The band’s most recent recording is the LP It’s Getting Late (… and More Songs About Werewolves).

On this episode, Dave Trumfio recalls the early days of The Pulsars and discusses the future of the project as well.

Speaking from his home studio, Django Haskins discussed how he stayed creative during the 2020 lockdown, what can be learned from obituaries, and the rewards of not having mainstream success.

In this conversation, Iain Matthews discusses his writing process, how reading keeps him engaged in creativity and much more.

In this conversation, Paula Boggs reflects on discovering her musical voice, stepping away to pursue careers in the military, legal, and business worlds, and reconnecting with music after a family tragedy.

In this conversation, Andrew Choi discusses finding his music voice, when he left music to study philosophy, finding community in the open mic and karaoke communities, and the inspiration for Ten Modern American Work Songs.

In this conversation, Matt Hunter discusses his early musical development, collaborations and the process of writing Reindeer Soul.