All Interviews

Talia Keys Becomes First Artist to Launch New Vinyl-First Movement with Buy Before You Stream and From The Ashes

Independent firebrand Talia Keys has never been one to follow the crowd—and with the release of her new album From The Ashes, she’s lighting a new path for indie musicians everywhere. As the first artist to release music through the Buy Before You Stream initiative, Keys is doubling down on a message she’s championed for… Continue reading Talia Keys Becomes First Artist to Launch New Vinyl-First Movement with Buy Before You Stream and From The Ashes

“Friend of the Devil”: An Interview with Author Len Dell’Amico, The Dead’s "Video and Film Guy"

Len Dell’Amico has a shelf full of books about Jerry Garcia and Grateful Dead, but he hasn’t read many of them. On the other hand, he has written one himself that is well worth reading. Friend of the Devil: My Wild Ride with Jerry Garcia and Grateful Dead (Weldon Owen) is now available via the… Continue reading “Friend of the Devil”: An Interview with Author Len Dell’Amico, The Dead’s "Video and Film Guy"

Elevated Folk: Elephant Revival’s Dynamic Mile High Show

Elephant Revival brought their “A Game” of inspiring musical evolution to the packed Mission Ballroom in Denver, Colorado last night. The genuine diversity among the band members provided a staggering display of some of the coolest musical ideas on earth. The band has always self-expressed their musical style as “Transcendental Folk Music,” meaning their music… Continue reading Elevated Folk: Elephant Revival’s Dynamic Mile High Show

Grateful Web Interview with DJ Williams

Denver-based guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer DJ Williams is a man on a mission. Renowned for his dynamic performances with Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Williams is set to release his highly anticipated solo album, Gravity & Grace, on June 3, 2025. This fearless sonic journey showcases his evolution as an artist, blending deep grooves, soaring guitar… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with DJ Williams

Framing the Love: ALO Discusses Their New Album

ALO, once and sometimes still known as Animal Liberation Orchestra, released their latest album Frames (Brushfire Records) today, April 4. The 10-song collection is either the sixth or the ninth album by the NorCal quartet, depending on whether one counts three late-90s records that can’t be found anywhere on the internet. Frames is available now… Continue reading Framing the Love: ALO Discusses Their New Album

Grateful Web Interview with DIAP's Joey Babick

In the final edition of our five-part interview series with Dogs In A Pile (DIAP), Joey Babick, the band’s powerhouse drummer, takes us through his musical foundations, influences, and the unique approach he brings to the band’s sound. He opens up about the balance between aggressive, rock-inspired beats and the improvisational freedom of jazz, drawing… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with DIAP's Joey Babick

A Four-Night Run and a Lasting Tribute: Grahame Lesh on Honoring His Father’s Legacy

Grahame Lesh, son of the legendary Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, is a gifted musician who has carved out his own space in the music world while continuing to honor his family’s rich legacy. A talented guitarist and vocalist, Grahame is perhaps best known as a founding member of the band Midnight North, among numerous… Continue reading A Four-Night Run and a Lasting Tribute: Grahame Lesh on Honoring His Father’s Legacy

Shelby Means on Carving Her Path and Embracing Creative Freedom

From her early songwriting days in a Wyoming dorm room to sharing stages with bluegrass maestras like Molly Tuttle, Shelby Means has carved out a path that blends deep-rooted influences with an adventurous artistic spirit. Now, with the release of her debut solo material, Shelby Means is embracing a musical journey uniquely her own—a journey… Continue reading Shelby Means on Carving Her Path and Embracing Creative Freedom

Grateful Web Interview with Ziggy Alberts

Over the past decade, Australian singer-songwriter Ziggy Alberts has forged a distinctive path through indie-folk, captivating listeners with his deeply personal lyrics and grassroots spirit. Known for blending emotive storytelling with a minimalist, soulful sound, Ziggy’s music invites listeners to look inward and embrace life’s simplest yet most profound moments. As he prepares to unveil… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Ziggy Alberts

Grateful Web Interview with Cat Ridgeway

Orlando singer-songwriter Cat Ridgeway is hard to ignore—and once you hear her music, you’ll understand why. Possessing an electric stage presence and an unquenchable passion for her craft, Cat blends indie rock and punk with subtle echoes of dream pop and folk. A self-taught multi-instrumentalist, she doesn’t just dabble—she commands guitar, harmonica, trumpet, trombone, drums,… Continue reading Grateful Web Interview with Cat Ridgeway