Darlene Love Talks Holidays, Phil Spector, and ‘20 Feet from Stardom’
Whether you know Darlene Love from her smash hit, “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” on the Phil Spector holiday album, or from her profile in the film, “20 Feet From Stardom,” this Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is a force to be reckoned with. She just turned 80, and she can still bring it, onstage! This 2018 interview with her is one for the ages.
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Tanya Donelly on Belly, Breeders, and Throwing Muses
Tanya Donelly discusses her life in music, including her beginnings with Throwing Muses and the Breeders, and her major breakthrough with Belly, a band she’s currently enjoying a reunion with.
Ben Vaughn Talks Television Scoring, Production, and Songwriting
Ben Vaughn is best known for his work on That 70s Show, but he also has extensive experience in production and songwriting.
Andrew Joslyn Talks Violin, Orchestration, Macklemore, Money, and More
After a violin-heavy childhood, Andrew Joslyn ditched classical music and began scoring massive hits for Kesha, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, and more.
Taj Mahal on Working with Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters, the Rolling Stones, and More
Taj Mahal has spent his 50-year career bending genres to his own signature style. His work includes moving explorations in jazz, funk, reggae, country, rock ‘n’ roll, and more.
Marlon Williams on Finding American Country Music in New Zealand
In the US, you probably know Marlon Williams for his contribution to the “Wild Wild Country” soundtrack. But in New Zealand, you know him for his consistent output of great music since his teen years.
Gary Lucas on Playing with Captain Beefheart and Jeff Buckley
Gary Lucas is best known for playing with Captain Beefheart in the 1980s, and Jeff Buckley in the 1990s. But that’s only a fraction of his accomplishments.
Trevor Horn on Music Production, Buggles, Yes, and Bass Lessons
Trevor Horn is not only a co-writer of “Video Killed the Radio Star” and a producer of mega-hits for Yes, John Legend, ABC, and more. He’s also a Berklee Online student!
Dean Ween (Mickey Melchiondo) on the Guitarists That Shaped Him
If the name Michael Melchiondo does not ring a bell, it’s because he is known professionally by his stage name of Dean Ween. Click to check out what Deaner was talking about. (That’s a Ween reference!)
The War on Drugs Drummer Charlie Hall on Facilitating Adam Granduciel’s Vision
The War on Drugs drummer Charlie Hall discusses his musical upbringing, Grammy competition, and the importance of a grade school teacher on his development.
