In Conversation

Perturbator: Synthwave’s Dark Prophet Returns

Synthwave is all about curating a message through atmosphere. Which is why the genre is often used for more than just streaming purposes. French synthwave producer Perturbator is no stranger to the talent that is curating emotions. His new album Age Of Aquarius showcases this talent well. With the thematic focus on the concept of […]

The Art of Gratefulness: Enjoying the Climb with Keith Wallen

It always makes interviews easier when you can find some common ground. Keith and I both share a history of wandering the same downtown streets of Knoxville, TN. While I was born there, Keith attended the prestigious University of Tennessee. Born into a family of performers, the spotlight is nothing new to the talented vocalist/guitarist.  […]

SPEED: Angels Are Always Watching

The hardcore scene is a flagship program for any city with a respectable claim to be a music city. Creating that is harder than the upkeep. Which is what makes Australian band Speed’s and many collaborators’ accomplishments so impressive. Making Sydney’s music scene world renowned was not an overnight job. Band members Jem Siow, Aaron […]

Thinking in Generations, Not Seconds: Inside the Jean Dawson Era

Nashville, TN, (11:15 pm) I met with Jean outside Bridgestone Arena. He comes off the bus with shades, metallic earrings, and a vintage Deftones shirt that most people my age would sell their kidneys for. The thing that stood out the most was his smile, a kind but firm one. Leaving no room for doubt, […]