Sounds Good Ink: I’d like to preface this by saying I’m not a movie critic. I do like good movies, though. Regardless, if my questions seem a bit elementary then just bear with me [laughs].
Ryan: Well, if my answers are elementary then I’m sorry, too [laughs]. I’m not a movie critic either
SGI: Fair enough. Well, [...]
What David Dondero has lacked in worldwide fame, he has made up for in critical acclaim, artistic influence, and devoted fans. His vocal and lyrical stylings have influenced artists such as Conor Oberst, Jolie Holland, and many more. Robin Hilton of NPR’s All Songs Considered cited him as one of the best living songwriters, [...]
Led by Laura Burhenn, Saddle Creek’s The Mynabirds recently released their album titled What We Lose in the Fire, We Gain in the Flood. This soulful debut is already gathering much deserved critical acclaim, and is easily one of the year’s most interesting and refreshingly different albums thus far. After writing a glowing review for [...]
Chain of Lakes is the chamber-folk solo project of Kyle Rasche. His music has the gentleness of artists such as Iron & Wine and Simond & Garfunkel, along with the orchestral vibe of Sufjan Stevens and Ribbons of Song. Sounds Good Ink recently chatted with Kyle about his music and interests.
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Frontier Ruckus is a folk-band based out of Detroit, Michigan. After successfully and independently gathering interest via touring and releasing the acclaimed debut The Orion Songbook, Frontier Ruckus was signed to Ramseur Records, home of such greats as Avett Brothers, Paleface, and Samantha Crain. Sounds Good Ink recently chatted with frontman Matthew Milia.
Had you been [...]
The Fainting Generals are a band out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. With influences ranging from Velvet Underground to Tom Waits and a whole lot in between, this group is fast making a splash in their area and beyond. Sounds Good Ink recently chatted with The Fainting Generals frontwoman Juliet Bennett Rylah.
I’ll get the boring questions [...]
Charles the Osprey is a math-rock duo from Grand Rapids, Michigan. They’ve recently released their much anticipated record, Consider, on Friction Records. Sounds Good Ink recently chatted with them about their music and album. You can listen to a stream of the entire album here.
Introduce yourselves to the our readers.
Rafael: I’m Rafael Ohli, [...]
Drag City’s Elisa Randazzo writes songs that may at first sound like traditional folk numbers. Yet, a closer listen reveals music that’s daring and unconventional. She ranks with some of the best in that vein, from Vashti Bunyan to Joanna Newsom and a whole lot more in between. Sounds Good Ink recently chatted with Elisa [...]
What are some of the factors that led to Futurity, the Civil War musical? Are certain members of The Lisps history buffs? Have any of you been involved in musicals before? Do tell.
The idea for a concept album about a civil war soldier who was a science fiction writer literally just popped into Cesar’s [...]
Jodi Coalter is a poet currently living & farming in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Her poetry has the natural romanticism of Wendell Berry, along with the contemplative, prayerful feel of Thomas Merton. Sounds Good Ink recently spoke with her about her craft and her recent audio recording of her poetry.
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