Dan was a terrific writer from Norwalk, California who died suddenly in 2024 after attending a Tyler Childers concert. A genuine soul with an endless well of kindness, he was a very passionate music fan. His vast and eclectic CD collection was given away at his memorial service.
Jim Kerr Of Simple Minds: Writing Through The Good, The Bad And The IndifferentThe Simple Minds frontman on their latest album, playing Manchester the day after the bombing, and the Velvet Underground influence.
Sunniva Bondesson of BaskeryA balance of cats, dogs, and Neil Young shows up in the songs of Baskery, a sister act from Sweden.
Mike Scott of The WaterboysThe stories behind "Whole Of The Moon" and "Red Army Blues," and why rock music has "outlived its era of innovation."
Madison McFerrinIt's not easy going to Berklee when everyone knows you're Bobby McFerrin's daughter.
Ron and Russell Mael of SparksThe men of Sparks on their album Hippopotamus, and how Morrissey handled it when they suggested he lighten up.
Jamie Terry And Joe Ryan Of PondThe Australian psych-rock offshoot of Tame Impala is "like David Bowie, but not anywhere near as good."
Koen Van De Wardt of KlangstofThe introverted producer of soundscape songs lets the music breathe - even if some listeners don't get past the first 30 seconds.
Tom Ogden of BlossomsThe frontman of the ascending UK band talks about their pop and disco influence.
