Sonic Dorms

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...

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...

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 Tr...

In this episode, we welcome back spellbinding singer/songwriter Maiah Wynne to Sonic Dorms! Join us as we discuss her incredibly exciting & sonically enriching project in collaboration with legendary guitarist Alex Lifeson (of Rush), bassist Andy Curran, and guitarist/producer Alfio Annibalini, simply known as "Envy of None". ► Check out Envy of None Official website: https://envyofn...

In light of Jazz appreciation month, today is a better day thanks to our very special guest: Jazz guitar legend Norman Brown! The Grammy award winning artist himself discusses what sparked his immense commitment to the divine power of music, as well as his latest work from the heart: "Let's Get Away" ! (new album, available now on all streaming services). ► Check out Norman Brown Of...

On this very special episode of Sonic Dorms, we're featuring our very first representative of Jazz/Black-American Music with multi-instrumentalist/producer Masha Davey! She's an absolute prodigy, and a modern day Quincy Jones in the making that we are beyond elated to have on the show.  Her debut EP "Into the Night" is now available for your listening pleasure on all streaming...

It is our pleasure to welcome first-time guests Mel Medina & Paul Kirk of Mel Machete! Straight out of Richmond, Virginia-- they're delivering Rock 'n' Roll spun out of their very own influences in mid-70s Glam & punk, when Hard Rock music was written & performed with grit & glamour! On this episode, we discuss their origin story, musical influences, & mission st...

On this episode, we welcome first-time guest Viji to the show to discuss what influences the confessional & open-ended Alternative-pop music she creates in spades, as well as her upcoming EP 'Cali', out March 11th via Dirty Hit. ► Check out Viji Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vijiwater/?... Mercy (Music Video) - Single: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDLgD...

On this episode of Sonic Dorms, we welcome underground punk rock duo "Atheena" to the show, to discuss the fierce Chicago punk scene that they are surrounded by, their musical roots as well as what drives their need to make music in the current landscape. ► Check out Atheena Bandcamp: https://atheena.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareatheena/

For our 50th episode, we welcome vocalist Biff Byford of the incredibly influential legacy metal band SAXON to the show to discuss some of their history (as leaders of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal in the late 70s/early 80s), as well as their stellar new album, titled "Carpe Diem" (available worldwide February 4th). ► Check out SAXON Website: https://www.saxon747.com/

Join co-host of Sonic Dorms, Max as he welcomes first time guest: Peter Summit of the band Crashing Wayward to the show.  Based out of Las Vegas, Nevada: Crashing Wayward are an up & coming alternative hard rock band who show a lot of promise through their hooks, songwriting and immediacy, which include soaring vocals that encapsulate the positive lyrical messages of their songs. During the ep...

Join co-host of Sonic Dorms, Max Davallo as he welcomes first time guest DJ and music curator Hesta Prynn to the show. Based out of New York City, Hesta Prynn is everything you could ever want out of a trusted ear with an incredibly eclectic taste for music. She's had a well-respected career which ranges from her involvement in the hip hop/indie rock group Northern State ( in which she worked...

On this episode of Sonic Dorms, we welcome back Kelsi of "The Darkroom Mixtape"  to the show for our 2021 Wrap-Up Special, where we discuss our favorite music memories of the year: including our favorite albums, the shows we were fortunate to attend and more! *For all fans of alternative/darkwave/post-punk/new wave: Join host Kelsi every Thursday at 10am/10pm EST.* Listen for free! https...

On this episode of Sonic Dorms, we welcome Kelsi of "The Darkroom Mixtape"  to the show, to discuss her well-crafted alternative/dark-wave internet radio show, the origin story to her major admiration for music, as well as the passion she has for her favorite all-time band Depeche Mode. *For all fans of alternative/darkwave/post-punk/new wave: Join host Kelsi every Thursday at 10am/0pm E...

Welcome the marvelous Maiah Wynne to Sonic Dorms! Maiah is a captivating & magnetizing singer/songwriter based in Portland, Oregon, who is currently working on finishing both her debut solo album alongside her work with Alex Lifeson's new band project Envy of None! Maiah Wynne - Social Links: https://www.maiahwynne.com/ https://www.facebook.com/MaiahWynne/

Join co-host Max as he welcomes Alternative Hard Rock duo: "Dreadlight" to Sonic Dorms. Born out of Portland, Oregon: Dreadlight is comprised of musical soul-sisters Kandra Tolvstad (Bass/Vocals) and Toria Beck (Guitar/Vocals).  Dreadlight bring forth an incredibly powerful alchemy of soaring vocal harmonies & brilliantly heavy hard rock guitars. ► FOLLOW DREADLIGHT Official Website:...

On this episode of Sonic Dorms, co-hosts Dandelyin & Max invite film producer Amanda Ozment of Factory Underground Studio to discuss her latest film endeavor "Bulletproof Wings" about the immense journey that the band Edisun went on by "traveling to the heart of a war zone to boost the morale of US troops stationed on the front lines in Afghanistan and Iraq". The film is be...

Welcome the one & only Tim "Ripper" Owens to Sonic Dorms! On our latest episode we discuss the inspiring story behind Tim’s tenure as the lead vocalist in Judas Priest (between 1996-2003), his latest work with founding Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing in "KK's Priest" , as well as his future projects! Check out the debut album by KK's Priest, titled: "Serm...

On a special podcast this week, the Okinawa Mermaids want to say “shello!” and talk about their growing music theater performance group-type business on the island of Okinawa, Japan. If you want to hear about what it's like to grow a business where you hire out characters, please take a listen to how it's done from scratch. Our co-host is Dandelyin , but for now you can call her Pearl. J...

Welcome musical journeyman John Corabi to Sonic Dorms! On this special episode, co-host Max and John discuss his 30 year-plus career in music & musical roots, including his time working with legendary producer/engineer Eddie Kramer during his days in The Scream, his stint as Vince Neil's replacement in Mötley Crüe, producer Bob Rock, as well as his new solo single: "Cosi Bella (So Be...

Join co-host Max Davallo as he welcomes emerging musical artist Daria Grossman to Sonic Dorms! We discuss her time on Season 7 of "The Voice" (in Russia), her "holy trinity" of influential artists, as well as her latest single "Dear Lover" ! This is an artist you don't want to miss. A vocalist with real raw soul power.

This week on Sonic Dorms, co-hosts Max & Dandelyin discuss the music that's called to their immediate attention in the recent week. Music discussed includes Halsey's fourth studio album: "If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power" as well as Dandelyin's 90s club-centric playlist!

Join co-host Max as he welcomes emerging pop artist Merchant to Sonic Dorms to discuss his musical upbringing as well as his collaborations with John Taylor (of Duran Duran) on his recent singles tied to an upcoming EP arriving before the end of 2021! Merchant Social Links: https://instagram.com/itsmerchant https://facebook.com/itsmerchant https://twitter.com/itsmerchant​

Join co-host Max as he welcomes independent psychedelic blues rock band Firebug to Sonic Dorms! They discuss working with alternative/desert rock legend Chris Goss , their songwriting process, as well as the music industry at large. Check out Firebug: https://firebugmusic.com/