The Sketched Sounds Podcast

Jordan Keith is a multi-instrumentalist based in Rancho Cucamonga. We chatted this round about his latest single, Trip Sister, under his Necrodancing project.

Cole Gallagher is a rising singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles, releasing his debut EP, The Confluence , with enlisted hands from the great David Hidalgo of Los Lobos and producer Vance Powell. Cole pulls out a real gem in "Sugarland", his own take on a previously unreleased single by Bruce Springsteen.

Local multimedia artist Bianca Ornelas is debuting her first solo exhibition in Pasadena! To Gaze Upon You features a collection of her illustrations, inspired by the work of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, among others, and is a testament to years of honing her craft. This is a free event with times and address listed below: 1056 E Green St. Pasadena, CA 91106 8/3 Thursday – 7pm to 10pm 8/4 Friday – 3pm to...

Loga Ramin Torkian is a founding member of Iranian-American band Niyaz, whose exploration in soundscapes and classical poetry transcends language and cultural barriers. Their work in a fully immersive experience in live storytelling will be on stage at UCLA's Royce Hall on August 19th. Don't miss it! _______ Royce Hall tickets Niyaz IG

I met up with Michael Thomas of Night Swims to talk about his debut album, Idle/Wild , along with his move from playing in a band to leading one as a songwriter. SHOW DATES: 7/21 – The Hotel Cafe 7/29 – Boomtown Brewery 8/3 – Pourhouse Oceanside SOCIALS: Spotify Instagram

Round 2.5 with Chris Pappas of Elle Belle! This might be the longest episode so far, clocked in at around 4hrs, so I cut it in half for everyone's sanity. We get deep into the state of the world, civilization in general, and of course the new record. The forthcoming album, How Do I Feel? , is out 9/1 via Little Record Company.

Brendan Scholz is the frontman for Mercy Music, Las Vegas-based pop punks touring on their forthcoming album, What You Stand to Lose , out June 30th. The big day comes with a show at the Tower Bar in San Diego. Catch one!

Jordan Keith is a musician, brewmaster and grinder from Rancho Cucamonga. We met years ago when he played with Mire and he now works under the name Chicken Fiasco. Check it!

Carlos and Antonio are the Noir Dalis, a psych-garage duo from Riverside, CA. They're some of the busiest locals around, releasing single after single and playing shows in between across three counties. Catch them opening for Sun Colony's residency at Harvard & Stone beginning May 24th!

Ivan Magdaleno is a local Pomona artist whose work with The After Party spawned a self-titled album in 2022, leading to new ventures in the new year, under a new name. His latest project, Orenda, features a single entitled Fangs, and he's graciously offered a taste of his latest single, Needles, out soon on all platforms. Enjoy!

Andrew and Vinny return after too long! Andrew just released his Dopamine EP with Vinny behind the album cover. We talked AI, concert etiquette, and may have spoiled YOU, but that was early on. Just skip ahead if you're not caught up. Enjoy!

Lisa Said is an Egyptian-American songwriter from Chatanooga, TN. Her latest record, Missed Connections, is out now on all platforms, notably the great artist-friendly Bandcamp. Lisa and I met around 2016 in Washington, D.C. where she released her debut album, No Turn Left Behind , after gigging around the friendly haunts of the capital. She then fronted Piramid Scheme, a four-piece that also reim...

The Hazards are a four-piece rock outfit from Los Angeles, working in punk roots and a DIY drive. We met up at the great dba256, bathed in the ruckus of a quickly filling bar before a show. Mind the volume. Their latest album, Modern Medication, is out now on all platforms

Austin returns with his musical partner Ben to talk about their latest electro-ambient project, Part of Nothing. Ben is a longtime music producer, musician and who formerly ran the electronic label Harrow Recordings. Austin is also working on American Diet, a revival of his former band Mire.

Reckless Voyage are a garage rock duo from San Bernardino whose debut album, The Odyssey , has been years in the making. I hung out with lead guitarist and vocalist Dean at the great dba256 to talk about the work in progress, living in San Bernardino and of course, music. Check it out. Spotify

Good Bison is the project of Pablo Alvarez, who his the road from Miami to the west coast and hasn’t looked back. His latest album, Ghost on Mulholland Dr., is out now!

Anastasia Elliot is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter and leader of the Purple Cult, a modern force of positivity. Her work in the industry is highlighted by her talks on trauma, healing, the importance of community and the creative spirit within us. She also hosts The Purple Sessions Podcast, featuring notable guests from across the board.

First podcast of the year! And only a month and a half in. Nashville-based outfit The Wans are back in full force after an unofficial hiatus, reinforcing their crunchy alt licks with their latest single, “Magical Touch”. Cut from the band’s forthcoming record of the same name, it is also accompanied by Fear and Loathing-inspired narratives that remind us to take care and enjoy the ride. Magical To...

Music journalist and author Michael Goldberg returns to talk about Addicted To Noise, his latest collection of writing spanning 40 years. His work in the industry, from local papers to Rolling Stone, is an invaluable contribution to the art. Grab a copy at the link below: http://backbeatbooks.com/books/9781493068111

Hayley Cain is the frontwoman for the now-Detroit-based band Hayley and the Crushers. Their latest record, Modern Adult Kicks, is a testament to the evolution of a band's sound, songwriting and production. New digs, new kicks, new riffs. Listen in!

Brian Jackson is a graphic designer, graduate of the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena and has worked in Los Angeles for the past 35 years. His work includes branding for Universal Pictures, the City of Los Angeles, as well as countless recording artists including Fleetwood Mac and Counting Crows.

Andrew and Vinny return to talk about their latest collaboration, “Signals”, while we catch up after months away from the mic.

Penelope Houston is the frontwoman of pivotal SF punk band The Avengers. We chatted for a bit before she took the stage at Alex's Bar to close out the night.

Steven Wesley Guiles is a San Dimas-based musician whose forthcoming album, Transitions , explores the pangs of leaving faith, rattling realities, and finding one's way out. We geeked out on music and reflected on the industry while he strummed in between. Listen in and be sure to subscribe to the Sketched Sounds Patreon!

Elk Ring is a local musician based in Covina, whose history across Southern California is captured ethereally through guitar and stream of consciousness. This is the first video podcast a la Spotify, so be sure to check it out! Video was acting up and doesn’t start until . Better quality incoming.