Hi, I'm Jason. I like Artsy stuff. I like talking. I live in NYC. This is my attempt at doing all three at the same time. Wish me luck. I've been fortunate to meet some great people in this city. Musicians, Writers, Actors, Visual Artists, and others. Now, I sit down and chat with them abo…
This week I chatted with writer, Ryan Britt. Ryan’s writing has appeared in the New York Times, Electric Literature, Tor.com and many others. On November 24th, his first book, a collection of essays entitled LUKE SKYWALKER CAN'T READ AND OTHER GEEKY TRUTHS, will be published. Go to www.ryanbrittwriter.com to find links to his insightful and humorous essays.
Hey gang! This week my conversation is with the enchanting singer-songwriter, Kaylyn Marie. This self taught guitarist released her debut EP entitled Where I Need, in February of this year. I had such an enjoyable time chatting with her about her journey from actor to musician, and she is so genuine I honestly felt that we had been friends for years. After you've listened to our conversation please head over to www.kaylynmariemusic.com to find links to her YouTube and Facebook pages. And then head over to iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/where-i-need-ep/id966939434) to buy her EP. You won't regret it!
Hey gang! Welcome to my conversation with the lovely and talented, singer-songwriter Giselle Bellas. You may not know her name yet, but you most certainly will very soon! Giselle, with her music producer Adam Tilzer, chatted with me about their work on Louis CK's fantastic FX show, Louie and about her upcoming debut EP. After she hits big, you'll be able to say you "heard her when..." Be sure to check her out at www.giselle.us. You can follow her on Facebook, Twitter, SoundCloud (@giselleus)and YouTube to see the video for her sultry cover of Fever by The Black Keys. Enjoy!
This week I chatted with the delightful singer-songwriter, Amy Rivard. Amy has traveled the world singing and performing and we had a chance to chat about her music. You can find her on soundcloud @amyrivard. Follow her on Spotify or at www.amyrivard.com
This week I sat down with accordion virtuoso, Melissa Elledge. Melissa spends her working hours entertaining the commuters and passersby by busking on the platforms of New York City's Subway stations. Follow Melissa at www.facebook.com/accordionasty or at soundcloud.com/melissa-e.
This week I sat down with Singer/Songwriter/Looper extraordinaire, Grace McLean. Grace and her band, Them Apples, has just released her latest EP entitled "Natural Disaster". Head over to www.gracemclean.com to buy her album and see her videos!
My conversation with NYC based Music Photographer, Shervin Lainez. Shervin has shot some of the top solo artists and bands making music today. Check out some of his work at www.shervinfoto.com and instagram.com/shervinfoto.
My conversation with Brooklyn based musician, Jason Sadie. Check out his new EP - Through With Thinking @RoughItKing.com
This is the introductory episode for my weekly, conversational podcast where I'll chat with the amazing artists of New York City. I'll be talking with artists from every field; writers, actors, musicians, photographers...candle makers? If art is being made I'm going to try to talk to them. Each week I'll sit down and chat with a different artist about their art and their life. If something interesting comes up, we'll talk about it.