Rock At Night

Wille Edwards of UK band Wille & the Bandits discusses the album Paths, writing socially conscious themes, touring with bands like Warren Haines, the video series which blends music and surfing called Fins & Strings, surfing in the UK, the voices of Chris Cornell and Beth Hart, and more!  [...]

Steve Dombroski (guitar) and Dustin Buckley (bass) discuss the Detroit music scene, releasing the album Origin Threshold during the pandemic, the album's unique artwork which is created by bassist Dustin Buckley, growing up with a famous father (Steve's dad is Vinnie Dombroski of the 90s band Sponge), the new single "Hollywood Kid," and the use of social media in today's music world. [...]

In this interview, Detroit musician/songwriter Annemarie Jo discusses the making of the video for "Excuse Me (While I Lose My Cool)" with White Knuckle Films, which was filmed at the Aretha Franklin Jazz Cafe. She discusses her single "Cherry On Top," playing over 100 gigs last year, singing the National Anthem at the Detroit Tiger's games, her covers of songs by Lake Street Dive and Stevie Wonder, and more! [...]

Singer/bassist Sam Morris of the Midnight Devils brings us up to speed regarding the band's tour of the US, EU, UK, and AU with Pretty Boy Floyd and Enuf Z'Nuff, and UK festival with Kickin' Valentina, wearing face makeup on stage, traveling overseas with equipment, being a "positive party rock & roll band," and plans for 2025. [...]

Ryan Allen of Detroit band Extra Arms discusses songs from the new album Radar like "Inflatable Boys" (it's about toxic masculinity), "Space & Time" (it features a steel pedal guitar) and "I Don't Want to Surrender" (an anti-work anthem). He also discusses his musical history, the band's cover of Devo's "Gates of Steel," and the band's video featuring Eaglebones Falconhawk of Aqua Bats! [...]

John Armstrong of the Mancunian band The Speed of Sound discusses the album trilogy Cornucopia, songs like "Clickbait" and "West Wind," the history of the band, and more! [...]

In this interview, Joe Symes and Colin White of the Liverpool band Joe Symes and the Loving Kind discuss the psych rock-tinged "It's All Too Late," their love of the Beatles and the album 'Revolver,' using a mellotron in the studio, their love of art and old Hitchcock films, the new album 'Portmanteau', and more! [...]

In this interview, Taylor Roberts discusses his recording experience in Sweden with renowned sound engineer Jakob Hermann of Top Floor Studios, record labels vs. independent recordings, the Blue Ridge Festival, Mississippi Delta blues artists,  a spooky encounter, and more. [...]

In this interview, Taylor Roberts of Riding With Killers (RWK) discusses the inspiration (e.g., dementia, the corporate culture) behind songs in Riding With Killer's album Full Circle discovering his voice, learning to be a frontperson, and more. [...]

The Lonely Ones discuss how Bobaflex reformed into The Lonely Ones, creation of the band's name, their new music, "growling," the St. Petersburg venue Jannus Live, and even training dogs in the U.S. Air Force. [...]

Barry & Carr discuss how longtime friends of 30 years only recently began collaborating, their musical influences, which include classic rock and R&B, and their future plans for the duo. [...]

The Snapcat Bandits discuss being a duo; performing live with a bass player; the origin of the name 'Snapcat Bandits'; their comparison to Soundgarden and Nirvana; the band's love of 90s grunge and classic punk rock; the influence of Detroit on rock music and the local music scene; and their upcoming EP 'Anything and Nothing'. [...]

Lisa-Marie Watz and Ben Juelg of the German rock band April Art to discuss their upcoming performance at Wacken Open Air 2024...and why the color red! [...]

Collin Hegna of Federale discusses the new album Reverb & Seduction, spaghetti-Western films, Brian Jonestown Massacre, the upcoming tour, and creating music for commercials. [...]

Katherine Yeske Taylor, author of She's a Badass: Women in Rock Shaping Feminism discusses the women rockers she interviewed for the book (for example, Suzi Quatro and Gina Schock of the GoGo's), the common theme for all of their stories, and if there was someone that Katherine wanted to interview, but for some reason wasn't able to. [...]

UK artist Laurence Archer of Grand Slam discusses how he began his music career at age 17 1/2; his experience working with Grand Slam and Phil Lynott; reviving Grand Slam and songs written in the 80s with Lynott (the original reels were stolen from Lynott's studio after his death); quitting guitar for 10 years after working in the film industry; the new upcoming album Wheel of Fortune and the re-release of Hit the Ground, an album released in 2019 prior to COVID; and much more! [...]

Vocalist Melody Cristea with melodic metal band Liliac discusses the band's original material, the new album Madness, shutting down the Santa Monica pier, being called the "Partridge Family," and the song "Rise Up." [...]

John Nickoloff of the rock band NICKOLOFF discusses his career, how he came up with covering the band Poison, the new album Envy, and where Nickoloff is going from here. [...]

Bill Pascali has been carrying on the legacy of rock and roll for many years. He has worked with the New Rascals and Vanilla Fudge, contributing heavily to their history and their sound. Bill now is doing the same with the band Steam, and Rock at Night had a chance to sit down with Bill to talk about these things and much more in a wide-ranging discussion! [...]

Frantic Lullaby discusses its inception during their high school and college years, the genre they deem 'post rock shoegaze,' pre-stage performance anxiety, the new single "Blurry Vision," collaboration and songwriting, being the leader in a band, and the practical goals and aspirations in the time of streaming and 'pay to play.' [...]

John Ramsey of Cleveland band Orange Animal discusses the origin of the band's name, the stories behind songs on their recent album Still Frames, using string accompaniment and collaborating with musicians, writing music during COVID, playing at the infamous Viper Room, and their upcoming tour. [...]

Andy Summers discusses The Cracked Lens + A Missing String tour; living and studying in California; photography, including his opinion of AI;  punk and New Wave; and a couple of the Police songs, including "Mother." [...]

Tash Petrou of the London band Casual Wednesday discusses the origin of the band's name; how Drew Barrymore, roller derby, and an accident kickstarted her music career; Essex girls; the EP Visions; gigging in London; the support from queer bands; opening for Republica at the O2 Islington; and new music. [...]

In the interview, Johnny McCuaig discusses how bag pipes were incorporated into their rock music; the band's Star Trek-themed video for their cover of Slade's "Run Runaway"; the logistics of the band playing when there are 8 hours between them;  Vegas gigs and Bike Week in Sturgis; their latest release "Soldier On," which helps veterans; and the upcoming release "Kenistino."  [...]

Vern Springer and James Hampton of Second Hand Mojo discuss the origin of the band's name; the band's 70s sound and their admiration of ZZ Top and Boston; the ‘new' classic rock sound; life during COVID; their comparison to Huey Lewis & the News (sans the sax); Wang Chung; their thoughts on touring; and the making of the video for “Good Vibes.” [...]

Charlie Souza discusses Mudcrutch; working with Gregg Almann and Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers; the early-70s bands--glam rock White Witch, blues rock Cactus, and rock Bacchus; and Radio St. Pete. [...]

Secondary Colors discusses their interest in 60s music (e.g., The Pretty Things, Dave Clark Five, the Zombies, etc.), the formation of the band, and their bright pastel jumpsuits! [...]

Sammy Lee of Red Reign discusses the band's latest single "Don't Look Back," writing music during COVID, mental health, and using the double-kick bass drum for music. [...]

Teddy Clarke discusses his retro look (very Teddy Boy), songwriting during COVID, collaborating with Ben Bogen, songwriter/mixer of Analog & Digital, the formation of the live band, his background in theatre, growing up in London with the wealth of musicians and venues, his video making with a Super 8, performing on BBC Introducing, and plans for the future. [...]

Sid Stratton and the band talked about their recent experience of getting to play at the 2023 Inkcarceration festival at the Ohio State Reformatory after a battle of the bands; setting up equipment for gigs;  and their new album release. [...]

Singer/songwriter Tamar Berk speaks about her new album tiny injuries. She started work on the album after the passing of her father and, along the way, began to redefine herself - and sometimes in an unflattering manner. The album was released on August 18th. [...]

Veteran musician Greg Armstrong discusses his collaboration with a 'supergroup' of musicians to reimagine Dio's "This Is Your Life." Called 'This Is Your Life 2023,' the proceeds of the project go to Dio's Stand Up and Shout Foundation. [...]

Ian Cattell, bassist/vocalist with Brit Floyd, the "World's Greatest Pink Floyd Experience," discusses how he became a fan of the legendary British rock act, what era of Pink Floyd was the best, and just how much leeway does a performer with a tribute band have in the music. [...]

David Stewart, Jr. and Chava Ilizaliturri of Migrant Motel discuss their creative process, musical hooks, festival scenes, long distance songwriting, success and so much more [...]

Amanda Mac and Mike Staub of the band Bad Mary discuss the new album Trash & Glamour; their upcoming tour of Japan; the band's 10th anniversary; being a 'family' band; livestreaming during the pandemic; and more! [...]

Joey Kalico discusses the nuts and bolts of making the videos, his love of Weird Al Yankovic, copyright issues with parodies, his trip to California and meeting Kyle Gass, trying out for America's Got Talent, stand-up comedy versus parodies, and life as a musician. [...]

Chris Mills of C-Beem discusses his synth pop sound; his new album Jammin' the Steam Towers; his collaboration with other artists, like Australian Lachlan Brooks and UK artist Graham Summers; creating music at a “mature” age; regretting “chucking away” CDs after music began streaming; his song “Tin Foil Hat” and UFOs; the song “Toad of Toad Hall” and “Wind in the Willows”; producing synth-driven music in a live scenario; and cultural criticism in music. [...]

Shane Brendan of the Nocturnal Affair discusses the band's tour--how he keeps his voice in shape, the band's first tour with the iconic 69 Eyes, what they like and don't like about touring, and more! Excuse the background noise. [...]

PRESS YOUR LUCK discusses the band's formation; missing the Warped Tour; insight into the lyrics to their songs, which relate to relationships; the importance of mental health; and even Katy Perry!  [...]

Odd City discuss how they began as a 3-piece instrumental band but added Mike Szuminski (who was recording the band) after he contributed guitar parts; how they duties by switching instruments and vocals; their philosophy "it's about the song and not the genre";  how the pandemic influenced the music; the making of the EP Fission, and in particular, the song "The Upside Down"; and trying to juggle a full-time job with a thriving band (hint: communication and practice). [...]

David Lightfoot discusses various songs from the current Night Terrors album and previous one Ragnorak; inheriting his punk and ska influences from his dad; keeping the same lineup since the band's inception; touring in the early years to Ireland and the east coast of America (yes, it was wild); performing at a rock festival in Tbilisi, Georgia (even more wild--think The Hangover); and their punk cover of the New Seekers' "I Like to Teach the World to Sing." [...]

YouTube sensations First to Eleven discuss how they began doing covers over a decade ago, the Warped tour, teaching music, and more! [...]

Larry Sager of ESQ discusses leaving Detroit at age 18 for San Francisco; writing songs and performing in his teens; working with Donald Baldwin, a songwriter for the Temptations; recording songs today that he wrote as a teen; his experience with "cooking" old tapes to recover old sessions; the difference between a successful recording session today versus in the "old days"; working with world renowned producer Sylvia Massey; and how the band acquired the name "ESQ". [...]

By “Tampa Earl” Burton, Rock At Night Magazine Interview with Nashville band Backhand Blue – March 15, 2023 In the Rock at Night Podcast this time, “Tampa” Earl sits down with a young band out [...]

Joanne Shaw Taylor discusses the upcoming Keeping the Blues Alive Cruise ("What's it like being on a blues cruise?'), writing her recent album Nobody's Fool (we learned tidbits about each song), being a "Michigander" and a "Detroiter" (she's lived in the area since 2009), and performing in hometown Birmingham, UK in December (we were there!). [...]

By Chyrisse Tabone, Rock At Night Tampa Interview with Jacob Giaimo-Recorded February 7, 2023 LA-based singer/songwriter Jacob Giaimo talks about his release “Before Long” which is a “happy” song written during the pandemic; life as [...]

This time on the Rock at Night Podcast, "Tampa Earl" Burton had the opportunity to sit down with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Gina Schock of The Go-Go's! In between the classics from the band, Gina talks about how she became a drummer, what the impact of Beauty and the Beat was on her and the rest of the band, and what activities she has going on, including a new book! Come on in and join Gina and Earl for some fun conversation!" [...]

By Chyrisse Tabone, Rock At Night Tampa Interview: Zach Water of ZWB – Recorded February 6, 2023 Zach Waters of the Sacramento rock band ZWB discusses the band’s new moniker ‘ZWB’, the release of their [...]

Mark Daly of Mark Daly and the Ravens discusses how Susan Tate, Geoff Tate's wife, discovered him a decade ago while playing in a bar; filming the single "Crying Shame" while in a bog; life during the pandemic; the current EP Nothing to Lose; his teen years in Spain playing in the family pub; and plans for the upcoming year, which include touring and a full album. [...]

Hans Eguinoa of the garage rock band the Podencos discusses his life in Sweden and subsequent move to Spain; the formation of the band (whose members do not speak English); and the rock scene in the EU. [...]

Scotty Austin discusses leaving Saving Abel, forming his own band, recording covers, and creating new original music. [...]