Podcast
Episode 26: Vena
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Episode 26: Vena
Brothers Lenny Santos and Max Agende of Aventura fame have teamed up with former Xtreme frontman Steve Styles and together have formed the first Bachata super group known as VENA. Listen to Lenny and I discuss the band’s formation and how they plan to conquer the music scene one club appearance at a time.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Vena’s single; “Ya No” leads us into the interview.
Episode 25: Chris Rene
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Episode 25: Chris Rene
EpicRecords recording artist Chris Rene calls in to talk about his X Factor success, what he wanted to be when he grew up and his new motivation to staying sober. The young up-and-comer blew audiences away with his X Factor performance of his original song “Young Homie” His audition and performance footage became the most watched out of all The X Factor contestants and has since seen over 25 million views on YouTube.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Chris Rene’s “Young Homie” leads us into the interview.
Episode 24: Jezzy & The Belles
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Episode 24: Jezzy & The Belles
Singer-Songwriter Jezzy (Jessica Eisenberg) of Jezzy & The Belles and I talk about her childhood and musical aspirations. The classically trained violinist also discusses the band’s debut full-length album release “Compasses & Maps,” available late spring 2012.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Jezzy & The Belles’ “Confess Child” leads us into the interview.
Episode 23: STYX
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Episode 23: STYX
STYX front-man Lawrence Gowan calls in to talk about music; life as a soloist and how he came to be the lead singer of the legendary rock band. Listen to us discuss everything from South Park to their highly anticipated tour, “The Midwest Rock ‘N Roll Express” kicking off May 1st in Hidalgo, TX.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and STYX’s iconic tune; “Mr. Roboto” leads us into the interview.
Episode 22: Car Party
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Episode 22: Car Party
Drummer, Taylor Hughes, of the alternative rock quartet Car Party opens up about the band’s formation, practical jokes played on the road and how they plan to attract a new fan base with their upcoming album.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Car Party’s “Please Me” off their EP, “High & Low Places,” leads us into the interview.
Episode 21: Veronica Falls
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Episode 21: Veronica Falls
Roxanne Clifford (guitars, vocals) of Veronica Falls calls in to chat about their mini US tour alongside Bleached. Listen to us discuss the London four-piece’s origins and how their “simple” pop tunes are captivating audiences in their native UK and Stateside. Note: This episode was recorded back in February; their US tour has since ended.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and “Misery” by Veronica Falls off their self-titled album.
Episode 20: Sara Benincasa
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Episode 20: Sara Benincasa
The talented comedian and writer Sara Benincasa calls in to discuss her comedic roots and her memoir, “Agorafabulous!: Dispatches from My Bedroom.” Listen to us talk comedy, podcasting, sex and other human activities.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Incubus’ “Agoraphobia” from their 2004 release “A crowd left of the murder…” leads us into the interview.
Episode 19: Jotdog
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Episode 19: Jotdog
Singer-songwriter, Maria Barracuda, of Mexican duo Jotdog calls in from LA during the band’s first promotional US tour. Hear us discuss the band’s US release of “Turista del Amor” (Tourist of Love) and plans to invade the US with their ‘Sinister Pop.’
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Jotdog’s “Lluvia de Estrellas” leads us into the interview.
Episode 18: Xombie
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Episode 18: Xombie
The Kings of Hood Metal call in to discuss their debut album “Swaggaholix: Deluxe Edition!” The members of Xombie break down the makings of the album and how they came together.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Xombie’s “Excuse Me Miss” off “Swaggaholix: Deluxe Edition!” leads us into the interview.
Episode 17: Little Girls
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Episode 17: Little Girls
The mastermind and front-man of Little Girls, Josh Mcintyre, opens up about the band’s origin, their new EP “Cults” and how he plans to divvy up the songwriting duties with the band.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Little Girls’ “White Night” off “Cults” leads us into the interview.
Episode 16: Casey Desmond
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Episode 16: Casey Desmond
Pop singer and former “The Voice” contestant Casey Desmond talks about her stint on the hit NBC show and how she plans to dominate the pop charts in 2012.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now and Casey Desmond’s “Talking To God”
Episode 15: The Static Jacks
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Episode 15: The Static Jacks
Listen to Henry Kaye of The Static Jacks and I talk about the Jersey music scene and hear me profess my love for Midtown. Also The Static Jacks guitarist reveals touring plans for 2012 and discusses the inspiration behind their full-length LP, “If You’re Young.”
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now and The Static Jacks’ “Into The Sun” leads us into the interview.
Episode 14: blk Vampires
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Episode 14: blk Vampires
In our last episode for 2011 we chat with Blk Vampires front-man Forrest. The 6-piece goth-metal, heavy funk, Maxwell meets Marilyn Manson New York band was among the must see bands at this year’s CMJ. Listen to Forrest and I talk about the band’s origins and future world domination. This interview was recorded on November 4th, 2011.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” blk Vampires’ “Borg from Sweden” leads us into the interview.
Episode 13: Tito Nieves
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Episode 13: Tito Nieves
In a candid interview Salsa great Tito Nieves reveals the secret to his success and how despite the title of his latest album, “Mi Última Grabación” he has no plans of retiring anytime soon. Listen to us laugh it up and hear him give my mom a sweet shout out, aww.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” and Tito Nieves’ “Eres Linda” off his latest album; “Mi Última Grabación” leads us into the interview.
Episode 12: The Sounds
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Episode 12: The Sounds
Felix Rodriguez guitarist/songwriter of Swedish indie dance rock band The Sounds joins me for a one-on-one chat backstage at Webster Hall hours before the band’s SOLD OUT show. Listen to us discuss “Something To Die For,” life on the road and preshow rituals.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now. The Sounds’ “The No No Song” leads us into the interview from their current album “Something To Die For”
Episode 11: Michael Rapaport
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Episode 11: Michael Rapaport
Actor, Comedian and Director Michael Rapaport sits in for a one-on-one interview after the successful screening of his documentary “Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels Of A Tribe Called Quest” during the CMJ Film Festival (DVD in-stores now).
This episode features a portion of the Q&A conducted after the film screening with moderator Wes Jackson from Brooklyn Bodega.
Q & A and Interview recorded on location at Chelsea Clearview Cinemas during the CMJ Film Festival on 10/20/11.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now and A Tribe Called Quest’s “Can We Kick It?” leads us into the interview.
Episode 10: Evanescence
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Episode 10: Evanescence
Tim McCord, Evanescence bassist, calls in and talks about the new album and what finally got them back in the studio. Listen to us talk it up and muse about Tim being crowned hottest dude in hard rock or metal by Revolver Magazine.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now. Evanescence’s “What You Want” leads us into the interview.
Episode 9: The Dirty Heads
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Episode 9: The Dirty Heads
Jared Watson, frontman of The Dirty Heads talks about how the Southern California Reggae rock band incorporates hip hop and other musical genres in their music and teases us with tidbits on their forthcoming album expected in Spring of 2012. It’s the interview we’ve all been waiting for and should bow down our heads and give thanks for this holiday season.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now. This episode also features “Believe” from The Dirty Heads’ “Any Port In A Storm.”
Episode 8: Los Lonely Boys
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Episode 8: Los Lonely Boys
This week I got to chat with Los Lonely Boys bassist Jojo Garza. The Chicano rock power trio who broke out with their hit “Heaven” is back on the road in support of their latest release “Rockpango.” Listen to us break it down on this week’s installment of the Sinister Girlz podcast.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now. Also featured in this episode is “16 Monkeys” by Los Lonely Boys from “Rockpango.”
Episode 7: REIK
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Episode 7: REIK
Latin Grammy winning trio REIK joins me for a bilingual conversation on the group’s origin, success and could there be a cross-over album in the works? Listen to us cover all these topics and more as we celebrate the Latin Grammys airing 11/10/11 on Univison.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now. This episode also features “Peligro” from REIK’s 2011 release “Peligro.”
Episode 6: Graham Colton
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Episode 6: Graham Colton
Singer-songwriter Graham Colton shares how he was discovered and reveals plans to lower his carbon footprint with his “Go Natural Tour” by touring the Southeastern United States in a vehicle that runs on compressed natural gas (CNG).
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now. This episode also features Graham Colton’s “Graceland” off his 2011 release “Pacific Coast Eyes.”
Episode 5: One-Eyed Doll
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Episode 5: One-Eyed Doll
Happy Halloween! One-Eyed Doll joins me for an in-depth conversation on their fans, music and how their “name your price” per album download has benefited the band. And for the very first time on the podcast we get a “live” performance.
Disclaimer: since the interview was conducted over the phone the audio quality of the performance doesn’t do Kimberly’s vocals justice but I promise it’s still worth a listen.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now. This episode also features a live a cappella performance of “New Orleans” by Kimberly Freeman and One-Eyed Doll’s current single “Enchantment” leads us into the interview. Visit www.oneeyeddoll.com for all things One-Eyed Doll.
Episode 4: Anvil
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Episode 4: Anvil
Anvil front man Steve “Lips” Kudlow opens up about the life changing documentary “Anvil! The Story of Anvil” and what makes a great metal tune.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now and Anvil’s “Metal on Metal” from “Monument of Metal: The Very Best of Anvil” available now.
Episode 3: Mr. Pauer & Kat De Luna
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Episode 3: Mr. Pauer & Kat De Luna
Mr. Pauer & Kat De Luna
Latin Grammy nominee Mr. Pauer calls in and talks to us about receiving the news of his nomination and how the little boy from the Caribbean city of Puerto la Cruz, Venezuela became one of the pioneers in the new sounds of Latin electronica.
Then we take a walk down the red carpet of Latina Magazine’s 15th anniversary celebration and check in with pop singer Kat De Luna.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available now. Other songs featured on this episode include Mr. Pauer’s “Electropico” from his “Mixtape” and Kat De Luna’s “Drop It Low” off her forthcoming album “Viva”
Episode 2: Scotty Granger
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Episode 2: Scotty Granger
“Platinum Hit” contestant Scotty Granger opens up about competing on the inaugural season of Bravo’s reality based competition for a recording contract with RCA/Jive label and a cash prize of $100,000. He dishes on who he thinks should have won the show and how the contestants really behaved behind the scenes.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay off their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available October 18th and Scotty Granger’s single “Beautiful You” can be found on iTunes under “Platinum Hit”
Episode 1: Tayisha Busay
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Episode 1: Tayisha Busay
The Brooklyn, NY electro-dance trio joins me for the inaugural episode of the Sinister Girlz podcast. Listen to us talk about making music in the digital age, onstage mishaps and the glue that holds them together: GLITTER.
The podcast’s intro music is “Covered Wagon” courtesy of Tayisha Busay and their current single “Focus” leads us into the episode both tracks can be found on their debut full-length LP, “Focus/Virus” available mid-October.
