Interviews

Interviews
SXSW Recap: Rey Roldan (Another Reybee Production)

SXSW 2014 may have come and gone, but that doesn’t mean there still isn’t plenty to talk about. We caught up with publicist extraordinaire Rey Roldan to get his thoughts on what went down in Austin.

Rey is a two decade veteran of the music industry, and represents some of today’s biggest artists – many of whom you’re read about right here on EAH – Yellowcard, Twin Forks, and Bayside to name a few.

When asked about his one lasting memory from this year’s SXSW, …

6 years ago by Josh

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SXSW Recap: Mime Game and Cheers Elephant

SXSW 2014 may have come and gone, but that doesn’t mean there still isn’t plenty to talk about. We reconnected with Mime Game and Cheers Elephant to get their thoughts on what went down in Austin.

We asked each band what their one big takeaway was from this year’s SXSW. From Mime Game:

I think more than anything what we really took away from this trip is that we no longer have to settle and that we never did. There is no reason to subject …

6 years ago by Josh

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SXSW Preview: Carbon Tigers

Chicago quartet Carbon Tigers are heading to Austin to take their indie rock vibe to South by Southwest. We’re big fans of Carbon Tigers here at EAH. Heck, it’s hard not to be — they put out great music, and are always generous with their time for the likes of us. Check out the #TOURLIFE Hometown Edition feature we ran on them just a few months ago, then listen to their new album, The Wars at Home, (repeatedly) and I know you’ll fall in love …

6 years ago by Josh

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SXSW Preview: Cheers Elephant

Southern California’s (by way of Philadelphia) pop-rock quartet Cheers Elephant are heading to Austin to take South by Southwest by storm. The unique and groovy foursome are set to play a dozen showcases at SXSW.

Before they attempt this incredible feat, bassist and vocalist Travelin’ Matt was kind enough to answer a few questions for us about thee band, this crazy schedule, and alternate hairdos.

And while you’re reading, be sure to check out the video for their song, “Doin’ It, Right”.

How would you …

6 years ago by Josh

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Sydney Sierota (Echosmith)

LA siblings Echosmith are slowly taking over the indie pop world and are about to head to Austin for South by Southwest. If you haven’t heard them yet, don’t worry, you will (sooner if you scroll your mouse down and press play on that video). Sydney, Jamie, Noah, and Graham Sierota come together to produce an original and refreshing sound that is much-needed in today’s music industry

We had the chance to chat with Sydney about the origins of the band’s sound, their upcoming trip …

6 years ago by Josh

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SXSW Preview: Lime Cordiale

Sydney’s own Lime Cordiale are taking their unique brand of trippy, jazzy, pop-rock to Austin to take part in South by Southwest. We had the chance to chat with Oli Leimbach who, along with his brother Louis, fronts this up-beat 5-piece as they prepare to play a half-dozen shows in just 4 days next week.

And while you’re reading, don’t miss the official video for their incredibly catchy song, “Sleeping At Your Door” – I guarantee you’ll be singing along by the end of this …

6 years ago by Josh

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SXSW Preview: Mime Game

As Kansas City quartet Mime Game prepare for their trek to Austin for South by Southwest, lead singer Dillon DeVoe was kind enough to answer a few questions for us about the trip, his band, and the next phase in Mime Game’s evolution.

And while you’re reading, don’t miss the official video for their new song, “Do You”.

How would you describe your style of music to people who haven’t heard you before? We are alternative rock for people who like pop/punk and Bon Iver. …

6 years ago by Josh

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SXSW Preview: Lily & The Parlour Tricks

New York’s Lily & The Parlour Tricks, a 6-piece blend of musical Americana are about to head south to take part in South by Southwest. We had the chance to chat with Lily Claire, the band’s namesake, about their upcoming trip, Texas BBQ, and what’s next for these New Yorkers.

And as a special treat while you’re reading, give a listen to Lily & The Parlour Tricks’ new song, “Requiem”.

How would you describe your style of music to people who haven’t heard you before? …

6 years ago by Josh

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Nick Thompson (Hit The Lights / Thief Club)

Hit The Lights have been laying low lately, causing people to wonder what they are up to and hoping that its not a sign of a break up. Those worries were put to rest when they announced that they would be a part of the 2014 Acoustic Basement Tour.

While Nick Thompson was the only member of the band that would be at these shows, it would still be a must-see show. We caught up with Nick at the Hartford date of the tour and …

6 years ago by Envy

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Brian Marquis

Emo at Heart presents: An interview with Brian Marquis.

We met up with Brian at the Hartford, CT date of the 2014 Acoustic Basement Tour. The backstage area at The Webster Theater/Webster Underground is a busy place, so you’ll hear assorted voices and music and rumblings and the like. Also, Josh (EAH co-founder) was very chatty with Brian during the interview so you’ll hear lots of yeahs, yups, and mmhmms.

Cheers! -J.…

6 years ago by Josh