McClain Sullivan

Interview by Chris Koppers. Images/song courtesy of McClain Sullivan

Where do you see the roots of your music?

My music is deeply rooted in Jazz. My father constantly had a jazz record on when I was a kid, and though at the time I didn't fully understand it, the music itself felt like home.

What are your plans for 2013?

Diana Rose

The profound interview by Chris Koppers. Images courtesy of Diana Rose.

What is your current project?

I am currently working on starting up a campaign via Indiegogo.com in order to raise funds for my very first Christian album. My first 2 albums (Debut self titled and my You're Enough CD) both had some hints of my Christian background in them, with just a couple of tracks that centered around God.

However,...

Amanda Silvera - Preview
Interview by Chris Koppers. Photographs courtesy of Amanda Silvera

It seems people are conditioned to only receive/digest music when its fed a certain way. I can't give you everything all at once.. Its like a relationship in that way... I have to keep you wanting more.. We as a people seem to be ignoring our hearts, and intuition far too often.

Asphalt Green

Interview by Chris Koppers. Images courtesy of Asphalt Green

What is the mission behind Asphalt Green?

Our mission to is bring back Rock and Roll to its loud, raw, and exciting routes. Hard-rocking riffs, catchy melodies, and driving rhythms intended to capture attention of the listener.


What can be expected for 2013?

Jessica Mellott Interview by Chris Koppers/images courtesy of Jessica Mellott

Are you looking for a refreshing and energic voice? Jessica shall be your first consideration. Please learn more about her music.

What is your current project?

The "Christmas in Love" EP is my most recent release, in Nov 2012. I wrote and recorded a new holiday ballad as well as 2 pop/rock tracks.

What is your plan for 2013?

Danielle Miraglia
Interview by Chris Koppers/images courtesy of Todd Lehmann (top) and Claire Folger (bottom)

Her passionate music appeared with the song "See the light" and it captured my attention. Danielle got a fully loaded portfolio that indulges your senses. 

It is a true pleasure for getting some time with Danielle for a free spoken interview!

What was/is your main motivation for composing your music?

The short answer is impulse. When I first started writing music regularly, there was no plan and I never consciously said, I'm going to write music. I was writing a ton of bad breakup induced poetry. I had just graduated from Emerson College for Creative Writing, but had put my guitar down...

The Die Nasties
Interview by Chris Koppers/images courtesy of The Die Nasties

Katie Kerkhover, Tim Craven, Michael Blakemore, and Andy Grooms are The Die Nasties from Nashville, TN. 

It is about damn time to learn more about this outstanding band that combines punk rock with a whiff of pop diva vocals.

Can you pick one of your songs that is able to describe you best (your performance)?