The Sketched Sounds Podcast

Matt Strout is a singer songwriter out of Connecticut with a clear passion for the art of beach vibes. Something about bodies of water produce a special kind of human. Give them instruments, and they produce a special kind of music. Follow the links below for Matt's ever-growing playlist and socials. Enjoy! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00Peyv1cBd3sgTSAv1JgK6 https://linktr.ee/mattstrout

Brain Fragment are back with Octopus of Malice, their latest release on 48Hr Video, on exclusive tapes as well as streaming everywhere! If you don't know them, listen in and get to know them. We missed these dudes.

Paradise Vultures are a hard rock two-piece out of Los Angeles, gracing the Sketched Sounds studio in Pomona to talk music, touring, and life's fun speed bumps. Check out "Misanthropocene" out on all platforms now! ⁠Misanthropocene EP⁠

Ashley N Roth is a rising star in the Nashville literary scene, debuting her first novel, We Never Took a Bad Picture, a la April Gloaming. This novel explores the friendship and lives of four lifelong friends – the ups and downs, lights and darks. It will ring many bells for those on the generational mend. Enjoy! Grab a copy through the link below. We Never Took a Bad Picture

Loup Barrow is a Parisian composer and master of the cristal baschet, a steel instrument consisting of 56 chromatically tuned crystal rods. Played like wet wine glasses, the rods resonate through the steel body and are expressed outward through three amplifying cones positioned at the front, producing otherworldy sounds that may be familiar to sci-fi fans. The largest of these, called "The Flame",...

San Francisco-based music journalist Michael Goldberg is back to share his latest release, Jukebox , a la HoZac Books . His beautiful collection of photos spans from 1967 to 2023, covering everyone from The Doors and Frank Zappa to Sleater-Kinney and Courtney Barnett. Grab a copy at the link below! Order "Jukebox"

Riverside's own Integra Pink are making alt indie waves across Southern California. As they stack gigs in 2024, we are reminded of the connections our scenes have and continue to make. Check out their performance of "Sangre" on the Fox Theater Rooftop in Pomona a la the Sketched Sounds YouTube! Listen! Watch! Instagram

Sam Westre is a Long Beach-based photographer who covers the local scene with precision. We talked photography, music, and how we got into all of this. Enjoy! IG: @samwestre Website: www.samwestre.com

Solar Haze are a heavy rock three piece based in Southern California. They'll be shredding at the great dba256 in Pomona, August 15th!

SoxGnar is the San Bernardino-based alt rock project of Scotty Audio and Dean Baker, the latter also fronting Reckless Voyage. This was a chill podcast talking music, life and influence in the Inland Empire. Enjoy!

Randy is a founding member of decade-running Gravity Bookings, organizing shows and events across Southern California. He offered insights into the world of throwing shows, local scenes, and how it all works. Enjoy! Gravity Bookings IG

Polimana is a local musician and multimedia artist whose latest EP, Strange Folk , can be found on tapes and streaming services everywhere. Shout out to Little Badger Coffee for hosting the show where we met! Polimana on Spotify Little Badger Coffee

Paradise Vultures are a hard rock two-piece out of Los Angeles. Their latest video, Catacombs, is a fun take on cult building while personally ascending. Their next single, Sister Kennedy, is out Friday!

Today's episode is with Kalen Lister of Death By Piano, the Brooklyn-based dark pop outfit whose latest EP, Vow , explores cryptic imagery in post-pop darkness. Vow EP Instagram Intro music by: Purple Dream by Ghostrifter bit.ly/ghostrifter-yt Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/

Clay Davies is an LA-based producer, musician, and latest addition to Bullets & Octane. We talked about his history in the industry, touring around Canada, and of course joining this force of nature. Enjoy!

Hayley and Dr. Cain of Hayley and the Crushers return to catch me up on their move to Detroit, beginning anew, and the local bustling art scene. Their forthcoming EP, Unsubscribe , is out September 10th via Kitten Robot Records. In the meantime, check out their video for the title track!

Bridges Ablaze are a metal duo out of Texas. We talked fortuitous beginnings, the artistic process, Imposter Syndrome, and the duo's future. Find their videos on YouTube now! Spotify YouTube

Devon Thompson is back to talk about her recent EP debut, Skin , new shows, and life in the industry thus far. We hung out at the Gibson showroom in Hollywood. Thanks again for having us! Devon's video for Straitjacket is debuting in the coming weeks so stay tuned. This episode is sponsored by Little Badger Coffee in Upland, CA. Support local coffee! Address below: 830 E Foothill Blvd Unit C-3...

Iron Axxis are a NYC-based metal duo whose latest release, 2286 , is out now on all platforms!

Carolyn Castiglia is a NYC-based comedian with appearances on The Stand, Uptown Showdown and Comedy Central, among others. We talked comedy, her local scenes and of course, her special CHUCK, which she will be performing this Friday, March 22nd at Theater Row in Manhattan. Tickets!

Today’s episode is with Tyler Durham, LA-based composer whose work in film and TV scores, notably News of the World, Fantastic Beasts, and Biohackers has culminated into a debut of his own under the name LIMINA. Coming Home was recorded at AIR Studios in London, largely where Tyler drew inspiration, and is being released a la Sonic Ritual, the LA-based label whose showcase I covered for Girl Under...

Steven Wesley Guiles is a San Dimas-based musician who pays tribute to his father with his latest instrumental album. Chester Light Guiles is now available on all platforms! Check out the links below, listen in and be sure to subscribe to the Sketched Sounds Patreon! Chester Light Guiles Instagram

Far Away Fiction is the latest project by Jetpacks and Laser Guns vets Michael Martinez and Vinnny Macias. Joining them is Andrew Long, former drummer for Jetpacks and producer of the duo's latest release.

Devon Thompson is rising alternative rock musician from Los Angeles, cultivating a band of extremely talented musicians that woos crowds at every show. We caught her at The Goldfish in LA and had to say hello.

I've been busy! Check out these upcoming shows. PRINCESS CHELSEA at THE ECHO 11/17 DEVON THOMPSON at THE GOLDFISH 11/18 THE NOIR DALIS + VOICE ON TAPE @ BLISPY BAR 11/19