interview
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In conversation with Luke Brindley: living for the music
Music is second nature for Luke Brindley. From growing up in a music-centric family in North Jersey to studying the art in school, it’s almost as if music is the sun and Brindley lives in its orbit. “My parents were amateur musicians,” Brindley explained, “and I played in a duo with my brother. Music, and…
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In conversation with Em Beihold: unveiling the curtain on debut album, ‘Tales of a Failed Shapeshifter’
Sitting down, hand-making unicorn necklaces for “Unicorn,” Em Beihold talks about her long-awaited debut album, Tales Of A Shapeshifter, as part of °1824’s press conference. After her 2022 breakout hit, “Numb Little Bug,” went viral on TikTok, Beihold faced an identity crisis and a creative block while at the height of her career. This album…
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In conversation with Kenna Heim of Blush Boy: building a band, part 1
For Kenna Heim, the start of her journey with Blush Boy wasn’t a grand cinematic moment; it was a curious raised hand. “At one of our orientation meetings, I raised my hand and said something that told everybody that I was a singer,” Heim recalled. “Then I was approached by Gavin [Kim], and he was…
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In conversation with Nectarine Girl: hyperfixations and ‘Good Excuses for Laziness’
Nectarine Girl’s name stems from a two-week hyperfixation on her namesake fruit, which gradually grew to represent the sensitive girl she is on the inside. If she had to change her name to her current obsession, though, she says it would be Orchids. “I’m excited about the challenge,” she says, the smile evident in her…
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In conversation with James Maddock: unraveling the mystery of songwriting
British-born singer/songwriter James Maddock is renowned for his rousing live performances, deeply emotional music, and his innate ability to connect with audiences everywhere. For Maddock, his passion for music began at a very young age, under the wing of his grandfather, a semi-professional ukulele player. Learning to play the instrument himself, Maddock soon understood the…
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In conversation with Kiersten Blue: looking at the ‘Girl In The Mirror’
On the outside, Kiersten Blue is exactly what her name suggests: blue hair, melancholic lyrics, and even a single appropriately titled “Blue.” On the inside, though, Kiersten is overcome by an unmistakable drive and love for creating music. The singer is relatively new to the music world, having started during the COVID-19 pandemic almost six…
