Interviews

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Melanie Mae Bryan

Healing Trauma Through Music: An Interview with HOSTILE ARRAY

by Melanie Bryan Post-Hardcore band Hostile Array has released their latest EP today, titled Trauma. About the EP, vocalist Brendan Frey had this to say: “This EP is a collection of singles that we felt belonged together in context. Each song was written as a way to process the trauma

Melanie Mae Bryan

Something Real and Free: An Interview with DREAMERS

by Melanie Bryan I discovered the duo DREAMERS a few years ago after stumbling upon "Painkiller" on a Spotify playlist. I immediately added it to my Driving playlist and I've been hooked ever since. DREAMERS have a style and sound that's all their own.

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Wake Up: An Exclusive Interview with Ryan Oakes

by Abby Paquet Ryan Oakes is a self made artist, blurring the lines between hip-hop, pop punk, and alternative music. Ryan recently announced the release of his new album, Wake Up (May 12th), alongside his first ever headlining tour in the US. We recently had the opportunity to chat with

Kyle Guzman

A Kiss for The Whole World: An Interview With Enter Shikari

by Kyle Guzman and Matt Benton Enter Shikari have traveled across the pond to the United States on the heels of their latest record, A Kiss For The Whole World, for three very special album release shows in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York. On May 8, 2023, guitarist Rory

Daniel Turner

Interview with LOW PHASE

by Daniel Turner Grand Rapids, Michigan based indie rockers LOW PHASE have managed to harness and update the 90's sound, and they're ready to share it with a new generation. I reached out to the band after hearing their latest single "Carousel" to learn

Melanie Mae Bryan

If "Pop Goes Punk" Were a Band: An Interview with MORNING IN MAY

by Melanie Bryan Hailing for Cleveland, OH, meet emo-core/pop-rock band Morning In May. You'll be drawn in by their 2008-era looks and witty song titles, but stay for the catchy hooks. The emo revival is in full swing, and Morning In May is at the forefront of

Melanie Mae Bryan

Interview with Multi-Genre Artist BAYBE

by Melanie Bryan You’ve never heard anyone quite like Baybe. A classically-trained artist, she forges a unique sound by blending pop, rap, and metal to create something that’s all her own. With lyrics like, “Role play yeah tonight, let’s get naughty, I’ll be Dahmer, and you

Melanie Mae Bryan

The Return of Grunge: An Interview with RETURN TO DUST

by Melanie Bryan Meet Return to Dust, a heavy rock band with songs reminiscent of the grunge era with a modern twist. We knew we had to chat with the guys after hearing their debut release, "Black Road": Read on for more about the up-and-coming band! This was

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Interview with IN HER OWN WORDS

Interview by Melanie Bryan and Intro by Rayna DiMuro In Her Own Words is a pop-punk band based out of Los Angeles, California that is climbing to the height of their career. The five-piece creates music with a theme most people can relate to: love and heartbreak. However, you wouldn’

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An Interview with DARK DIVINE

by Melanie Bryan Dark Divine, a dark-themed hard rock band, recently released their latest single, "Drown", and just got back from a tour with Until I Wake. Their debut LP is scheduled to be released later this year. Read on for our exclusive interview with lead vocalist Anthony

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Wilmette: interview with bassist Ben Emricson

By Abby Paquet Wilmette is a pop punk band from the suburbs of Chicago. They recently released a new single “Playing Dead“ which will soon be followed by their debut album, due out later this year. Ben Emricson, Wilmette’s bassist, agreed to answer a few questions for us. MSM:

Melanie Mae Bryan

Be Ready: An Interview With THE VIOLET EXPLOIT

By Melanie Bryan The Violet Exploit may just be the best-kept secret in North Carolina. Formed in 2022, they have been slowly taking over the NC music scene with their lively and engaging live shows. Their first two singles, “Lay Down” and “Laugh” are out now, and their next single,

Melanie Mae Bryan

Healing Through Music: An Interview with SUNDRESSED

by Melanie Bryan Sundressed is an emo indie-punk band from Tempe, AZ that tackles tough topics in a lighthearted way. No stranger to addiction and mental health struggles, frontman Trevor Hedges sat down to chat with me recently about his journey, maintaining his mental health while being in the music

Melanie Mae Bryan

Finding Authenticity Through Music: An Interview with Singer-Songwriter Sam MacPherson

by Melanie Bryan We had the chance to catch up with indie singer/songwriter Sam MacPherson shortly before his first-ever headlining tour. We discussed his background, his sound, and what he’s most excited about for tour! You can stream his latest release, Powerlines, and check out the tour dates

Melanie Mae Bryan

All Hail the Rabbit King: An Exclusive Interview with Courtney Farren

By Melanie Bryan Courtney Farren is an multi-genre artist that beautifully crafts rock-infused bedroom-pop. Her debut EP, Rabbit King, was released today and her merch for this release is handmade to keep it as sustainable as possible. Read on for more information about Courtney, her background, and the creation of

Melanie Mae Bryan

Eyes Up: An Exclusive Interview with SAVING VICE

By Melanie Bryan Saving Vice is a metalcore band from Vermont, currently getting ready to head out on their headlining tour, The End of Winter. The band has been met with numerous challenges with trying to tour lately, but are finally able to get back out there and see their

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Interview with Arxx

by Abby Paquet Arxx is an alternative rock duo  - composed of Hanni and Clara - from Brighton (UK). They recently toured with Yungblud as a support act. They are now about to go for their first ever headlining tour in the UK and Europe, and also have their first

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Exclusive Interview with Metalcore Band MAY WE MEET AGAIN

By Melanie Bryan Meet your latest metalcore addiction: a promising new band called May We Meet Again. With influences all across the rock and metal scenes, this three-piece brings us a sound that’s fresh yet also familiar. Their debut single, “Lost In Time”, was just released a few days

Melanie Mae Bryan

Interview with Dead Lakes

by Melanie Bryan I was introduced to the band Dead Lakes last year when they opened for Thousand Below at a show that I was shooting. I had no idea what to expect as Sumy (vocals), Chon (drums), Rossi (guitar), and Cody (bass) took the stage, but I was blown

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Exclusive Interview with ARROWS IN ACTION

by Amanda Towery Currently on tour supporting Magnolia Park, I was able to sit and chat with Arrows In Action. The band consists of three members from Gainesville, Florida. Jesse who plays the drums, Matt playing the guitar, and Victor as the singer. This trio met in college with one

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Inside Scoop: Indie Singer/Songwriter Michigander Talks Upcoming EP & Tour

From having a Top 5 radio hit to performing at Lollapalooza, Michigan-native indie rock artist Jason Singer, better known as his musical alter ego Michigander, has made quite a splash with his career. With his fourth EP, It Will Never Be The Same, just days away from it’s release,

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Metalcore Through a Pop Lens: Interview with GUTTER KING

by Melanie Bryan Gutter King is a metalcore band out of Calgary that fuses pop elements with metalcore. This dynamic sound they’ve created has led to a following worldwide, and they’re only just getting started. With their latest single that was released today, “Bloodrush”, they are further staking

Melanie Mae Bryan

The Heavy Box EP and More: Exclusive Interview with Derek Sanders

By Melanie Bryan and Kyle Guzman Derek Sanders, cherished frontman of Mayday Parade, has announced his forthcoming solo EP, The Heavy Box, slated for release on April 14, 2023. While Sanders recognizes that Mayday Parade will always be his priority, he sat down with Music Scene Media Magazine to reflect

Melanie Mae Bryan

Pop Punk is Forever, and so is TITUS | EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Pop-punk sensation TITUS is definitely on the rise. He’s been collaborating with artists like Kellin Quinn and Magnolia Park, not to mention a killer cover of last year’s hot track, “Running Up That Hill”. I recently had a chance to talk to the New Jersey-based genre-blending artist about

Matt Benton

A Conversation With Black Satellite

By Matt Benton As the Black Satellite travels from the East Coast to Arizona to start the Double Trouble Live Tour with Oni as Cradle of Filth & Devil Driver co-headline, I was lucky enough to get a moment of their time for a quick interview. Even though I was