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Singer-songwriter Emily Hearn just released her latest album Hourglass this month and will be embarking on a massive North American tour, opening for Tyrone Wells that will take them from coast to coast and everywhere in between. Before she hit the road, we were able to sit down with Emily for a chat about her beginnings in the music industry, what inspired the new album, how Bill Murray ended up in one of her music videos, her favorite Ben & Jerry's flavor (her song "Not Walking Away" was featured in one of their commercials), what it's like touring with her husband, the various milestones she's reached and more. She also treated us to live acoustic performances of her songs "The Oak Tree" and "Volcano." -
All-4-One Talks 20th Anniversary Album, 'I Swear' Success & Being the Longest Running Groups With Original Members [EXCLUSIVE]
Music Times spoke exclusively to 90's boy band All-4-One about their shot to fame with their 1993 hit single "I Swear," being the longest running group with the original members and why their version of "I Turn To You" didn't gain the same success as Christina Aguilera's three years after they recorded the track for the Space Jam soundtrack. -
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Junkie XL Shares 'Mad Max: Fury Road' & 'Run All Night' Score Details, Film Composing Vs Electronic Music Career & More!
Junkie XL has been making waves in the film, TV and video game industries with a strong collection of soundtracks and scores already under his belt, despite starting his career as a touring musician beforehand. Forming partnerships with and assisting big-name composers definitely allowed the producer to step into the world of scoring, but we learned that his drive to reach higher levels in music is the main factor behind his success and talent. In our new exclusive interview with the world renowned producer and composer, Junkie XL details on two 2015 movies that he scored, Run All Night and Mad Max: Fury Road - two very different films with contrasting composing processes. Find out more about Junkie XL below! -
Dan & The Wildfire Frontman Talks New Album 'Bull Moose,' Tour Plans, A Memorable Trip To Build-A-Bear & More [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
Boston-based Americana band Dan & The Wildfire are set to release their new album Bull Moose, which features the singles "Austin, TX," "Backwash" and "Buzzard," on March 31. Ahead of their March 19 album release party at New York City's Rockwood Music Hall, frontman Dan Htoo-Levine spoke with Music Times about the project, a memorable visit to Build-A-Bear, the milestones they've reached so far, what lies ahead, and more. -
[Exclusive] Former 'Next' Singer RL Talks About Self-Esteem Issues Growing Up, A Successful Solo Career & His Admiration for Singer Brandy
Music Times caught up with singer RL, formerly from the 90's hit group "Next," at the Resorts World Casino where he exclusively opened up to us about his comfortability on stage despite growing up with low self-esteem, his thoughts on R&B music today and why his thinks singer Brandy is a transcendent voice in this era. -
R&B Singer Case Talks New Album 'Heaven's Door,' Falling Back in Love With Music and His Appreciation for Trey Songz [EXCLUSIVE]
R&B singer Case put on a masterful performance this month at Resorts World Casino before taking the time to talk to 'Music Times' about his new album 'Heaven's Door,' today's R&B music and how he thinks singer Trey Songz reflects him in his music. -
10 Questions with Japanese Rock Stars Vamps: Hyde and K.A.Z Discuss Anne Rice, the Budokan and The Rocker "Look"
Music Times got online to chat with Vamps ahead of its next trip to the United States, discussing the best pop culture vampires, shopping for the band's "look" and theoretically touring with Yellow Magic Orchestra members. The band will be touring in support of 'Bloodsuckers' with Sixx A.M. and will play at the Rock on The Range music festival in May. -
The Bixby Knolls' Frontman Curt Barlage Talks 'Juvenile Heart Crime' Video, New Album, Mexico Tour, Blue Collar Rock & More
Los Angeles-based rockers The Bixby Knolls recently dropped the video for their track "Juvenile Heart Crime" off their latest EP Tomorrow Never Comes. After touring the West Coast and Mexico, they are now they are hard at work prepping a full-length follow-up. If you're unfamiliar with the band, you might have heard them on shows such as ABC Family's Pretty Little Liars and Showtime's Shameless. -
Nickelback's Ryan Peake on Dodging Wikipedia, Building 'Circles of Doom' and Battling U2 for Most Loathed
Nickelback is one of the biggest rock bands of the 21st Century, yet guitarist Ryan Peake—who's been with the band for the entirety of its run—doesn't have a Wikipedia page. Music Times spoke to Peake as his band tours in support of its new album, No Fixed Address, so that future generations of reporters won't have to work as hard as we did to research this guy. Peake discussed amped-up stage modifications, the potential for bluegrass on the band's next album, and whether Nickelback can rival U2's iTunes release in terms of generating hate for the group. -
Beach Slang Frontman James Alex on Sudden Success, the Philadelphia Music Scene & How to Make Real Art [EXCLUSIVE]
James Alex talks with unfiltered passion when discussing music, and that's not the least bit surprising considering he fronts the passionate punk trio that goes by Beach Slang. He puts together sentences filled with intelligent cracks and metaphors, leaving just enough room for a strategically placed "f*ck." Alex peppers his thoughts with "you know what I mean" in order to look for reassurance while he rambles about the unexpected success of his year-old band from Philadelphia. He isn't the confident Mr. Rock Star type. He's the guy down the street who took a chance on music, and he's damn glad he did. -
How to Build A Website for Musicians: Design, Organization, Content & Ways to Make Money According To Bandzoogle CEO [EXCLUSIVE]
In the digital age, having a thought-out website is crucial for artists looking to reach and connect with fans and industry folk. However, not all websites are created equal, and it takes some creativity to have your site not only inform fans, bookers, and potential partners but also make you some money. Music Times spoke with David Dufresne, CEO of Bandzoogle, the leading website platform for musicians, about what artists can do to make the most of their online space. -
INTERVIEW: Kalen & The Sky Thieves' Kalen Lister on Debut Album 'Bluebird', Making Music in Brooklyn & Band Drinking Games
Some bands bring in everything but the kitchen sink, and somehow it works. Enter in Kalen and the Sky Thieves, one of Brooklyn's big rising rock acts. Led by singer-songwriter Kalen Lister, the band is a wonderfully loud combination of classic rock, funk and hip-hop, making a wholly unique blend that could only really happen in New York.
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