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We “watch” movies and television shows. That simple statement reveals the fact that we often overlook the other senses which transfix us when enjoying the stories presented to us through these mediums. Sound engineer and musician Daniel Hernandez takes no offense to this; partially because it’s the norm and partially because the lack of direct attention to the sounds he is in charge of means that he is performing his work at the highest level. When you expect to “hear” the story and don’t notice anything, this is proof that it is done exceptionally well. The sound of these productions is essential and yet unassuming. This belies the varied and often challenging nature of the work that Daniel does for the films which populate his resume. From dark comedy to heart-breaking drama, “seeing” a film with your ears is a required complement to what you watch. In the music world, an engineer is on the opposite side of the production equation. An accomplished musician in his own right...

Chris McEwen is a music creator. He is a very solitary person, too sensitive in a hard world. Music is the only real connection to the world that he has. He works by himself doing everything from concept through production from his apartment. Chris has a distribution contract with Neicy Records in Ohio handled by Twitter promotions and recently collaborated with Cris Vola from Italy, a piano piece of his with a soulful searing lead guitar line, on the way to Itunes now. What do you consider as inspirations and connections to your style of music? The inspiration for my style of music comes from many sources. I could see from a young age that this music was a way to express yourself unlike any other. Subjects that were not allowed or not discussed, were accepted through music, to me this was a very important part of finding a way to express difficult emotions that I was experiencing. The style was firmly implanted in 1978 when Van Halen exploded with "the sound" I...

We have conducted an interview with rapper Flame Kizzle from Phoenix, Arizona. Where did you get your inspirations to create your newly released Single, Corrupt? My inspiration behind my Single Corrupt. Came from, how I felt when I found out who had won the Presidential Election for 2017. Why did you name it 'Corrupt'? What is your story? I named my song Corrupt because Donald Trump portrays he cares so much about America. In my opinion all reality everything he's doing or has planned is only to better himself financially. Donald Trump disrespected people with disabilities, he makes sexist comments toward women, he's banning transgender military recruits. My single Corrupt is also helping with Hurricane Harvey relief by purchasing independent music. I was in Willy Northpole "Back To Mexico" music video. So watching Willy get signed to Disturbing the Peace, motivated me to want to make my own music and create my own style. How di...

Dieselle May is a Songwriter/Singer/Musician/Recording Artist based in London. She picked up a guitar at the age of 6 and was taught by legendary blues slide guitarist Sammy Mitchell who worked at her father's Music Shop and Studio in Putney, South-West London. At Fourteen she started playing gigs across London with the band My Weird Sister, and by 18, was playing 'sold out' gigs at London's Famous, Marquee Club. She has continued her musical journey as contributing songwriter and performer and has written, played and recorded with many bands, artists and Producers. We have conducted an interview with her. ( Photograph Kenny Evans- Fluid Image ) Why did you title your latest single “20 DAYS”? What events or who inspired you to write it? 20 Days is about a particular Twenty-days in my life. I think that we all (at sometime or another) have counted the days until the event or occasion that we are looking ‘forward to’ arrives. The same can also be said for c...

Tonight our guest is Thomas (Tommy) Herrera, artist, and musician. He was born and raised in Las Vegas NV, but currently, he lives in Pasadena, CA. On July 14, 2016, he had 2 seizures in under 30 minutes and completely destroyed his right shoulder. After going home from the hospital, knowing he would never work in carpentry again, he decided to focus all his time and energy into music and school. He is now a full-time student, getting his bachelor's degree in audio production. He released his 6 songs Demo under the name Culled cub in December 2016. We have conducted an interview with him. What inspires you in the creation of the songs in "Depressed to Impress''? Well after having my seizures on July 14th, 2016 I decided I wanted to make music again, not only that, but I wanted to create something that gave me the same feeling I got while listening to the songs that shaped me in my youth. Bowie, queen, Biggie smalls, lol. Everything in between, Depeche mode,...

Wichita, KS alternative rock singer-songwriter JJ McGuigan was diagnosed with OCD and Depression at age 16. He has since used his experiences and his music to become an advocate for mental health awareness. A drummer since age 13, McGuigan later picked up the guitar and began writing songs at age 20. He attended Newman University and renowned recording school, Full Sail University. Songwriting has now become JJ's main focus and passion, with an emphasis on lyrical creation. After a brief stint in Austin, Texas, he has returned to his hometown of Wichita. We have conducted an interview with him. Which instruments do you play? I play guitar, drums, and keyboard How does that help you in lyrical creation? It gives me something to create emotions with and melody as well as a cadence to the song. Who are influencers to your music in the alt-rock genre? My influences are Staind, Creed, Breaking Benjamin, Cold, Disturbed What is your musical background? I’ve be...

Melvin Joyner Jr. ( born March 31, 1998), better known by his stage name iamfiveee , is an American rapper and entrepreneur from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is currently unsigned but is working on starting his own record label "Five Winters Entertainment". Iamfiveee released his debut album "Vibes From 5" on December 25, 2016 including his single "FWU". The album details a past relationship and his feelings during the relationship and also after the relationship. We have conducted an interview with him. Where did you draw inspirations to create your new album titled "Vibes From 5"? Why '5' for the title is included? My latest release “ Vibes From 5 ” is a 14 track album that I began creating a year ago. It includes my single “ FWU ” which is gaining a lot of attention and should take off soon. The story behind this album is that I was in a relationship with a girl and she eventually left me for someone else that she though...