Music Articles
photo by Amber Perkins
Sounds from the Keep | HONIN
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Carleigh Reese aka HONIN sat down to talk with us about the effects of social media, maintaining authenticity as an artist, and her upcoming EP slated for release next year.
Brittany Griffiths | 20 December 2018
photo by Waffles Weekly
Tom Waits Tribute | Recap
Short recap from the Tom Waits Tribute, hosted by Wavelength, at Double Wide on Friday, December 7th. Photos, line-up, and more!
Brittany Griffiths | 11 December 2018
photo by Dale Bridges
Q&A | Danielle Grubb
[November]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Danielle Grubb took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be a performing musician in DFW.
Editor | 30 November 2018
photo by Kaye Askins
Sounds from the Keep | Mountain Natives
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Philip and Loren Pappas of Mountain Natives sat down to talk with us about how they met, their upcoming string of EP releases, and pushing through the milieu of negativity to stay positive and make music.
Brittany Griffiths | 28 November 2018
photo by Courtney Joy, album artwork by Mandy Caulkins
Album Release | Emmeline - RISE
After five years in the making, Dallas musician Emmeline’s new record RISE hits Bandcamp tomorrow for a limited, exclusive local streaming before the album makes its way to streaming platforms nationally in early 2019. The album as a whole is a thoughtful rendering of contemporary life experiences from self-exploration, gun violence, and community inclusion to navigating the support roles that the addiction and recovery process demands.
Brittany Griffiths | 23 November 2018
photo by Ben Bender
Video Premiere | Simon Flory - County Fair
Compelling and authentic, Simon Flory's new video for "County Fair," the first single off his upcoming album Radioville, is an exposé on the complexities of love and addiction.
Will Latham | 13 November 2018
photo by Elizabeth Ashley White
Album Release | Odd Folks - Alumni
This week marks the release of Alumni, the third album from Dallas-based band, Odd Folks. A few weeks ago, the guys sat down to talk with Wavelength's Will Latham to discuss the making of their new album and some of the thoughtfully woven themes in their lyrics
Will Latham | 2 November 2018
photo courtesy of Paul Slavens
Q&A | Paul Slavens
[October]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Paul Slavens took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be a performing musician in DFW.
Editor | 26 October 2018
photo courtesy of Jason Joseph Maxwell
Ep Release | Jason Joseph Maxwell
Dallas musician, Jason Joseph Maxwell, sat down to talk with us about his debut EP, Keep Your Lettuce Tight, set to be released next Friday, October 26th.
Will Latham | 19 October 2018
photo courtesy of Katherine Kloepper
Song Premiere | Margo - Grave Song
Dallas-native Katherine Kloepper (MARGO) releases "Grave Song", the first single off her upcoming EP, Asunder, set to drop in January 2019.
Will Latham | 28 September 2018
photo by Josh David Jordan
Q&A | Joshua Ray Walker
[September]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Joshua Ray Walker took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be a performing musician in DFW.
Editor | 28 September 2018
photo by Casey Pinckard
Sounds from the Keep | Salim Nourallah
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Salim Nourallah sat down to talk with us about his growth as a musician over the years, the upcoming release of his album, Somewhere South of Sane, and the opening of his new label in East Dallas, Palo Santo Records.
Brittany Griffiths | 25 September 2018
photo courtesy of Christopher Moock
Sounds from the Keep | Christopher Moock
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Christopher Moock sat down to talk with us about audio engineering, his involvement in the Vas Deferens Organization, and the upcoming release of his band, Spora Junket’s, debut album.
Brittany Griffiths | 5 September 2018
photo by Vishal Malhotra
Q&A | Andy Pickett
[August]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Andy Pickett took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be a performing musician in DFW.
Editor | 31 August 2018
photo by Waffles Weekly
Sounds from the Keep | BOUT
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Justin Cooley of BOUT sat down to talk with us about sampling music, his creative process, and the reciprocated energy between crowd and performer.
Brittany Griffiths | 24 August 2018
photos courtesy of Ben McCracken + Derrick Soto
Sounds from the Keep | Ben McCracken + Derrick Soto
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Derrick Soto (King of the Beach) and Ben McCracken (From Parts Unknown) sat down with us to talk about the DIY approach to music, independent labels, and the decline of the grunge metal & punk scene in Dallas.
Brittany Griffiths | 13 August 2018
photo by Cal Knapp
Q&A | Becky Middleton
[July]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Becky Middleton took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be a performing musician in DFW.
Editor | 27 July 2018
photo courtesy of Honey Folk
Q&A | Honey Folk
[June]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Honey Folk took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be performing musicians in DFW.
Editor | 29 June 2018
photo courtesy Alex Montenegro
Sounds from the Keep | Skirts
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Alex Montenegro of Skirts sat down with us to talk about starting her own label, branching out from studio to stage, and the online underground network of bedroom pop.
Brittany Griffiths | 10 June 2018
photo by Fela Raymond
Matchstick Singles
In his newly released album the Matchstick Singles, Nathan Mongol Wells explores his past experiences and the common threads that link us all together as humans.
Brittany Griffiths | 8 June 2018
photo by Ash Highberger
Q&A | Bayleigh Cheek
[May]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Bayleigh Cheek took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be a performing musician in DFW.
Editor | 1 June 2018
photo courtesy of Jordan Edwards
Sounds from the Keep | IAMYU
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Jordan Edwards of IAMYU sat down with us to talk about accepting change, building soundscapes, and the inclusivity of the Dallas music scene.
Brittany Griffiths | 28 May 2018
photo by Stevan Koye
Sounds from the Keep | Mike Hamilton
This week on Sounds from the Keep, Mike Hamilton sat down with us to talk about the process of promoting shows, the cost/benefit balance of hosting live music, and the difficulty of keeping a crowd engaged.
Brittany Griffiths | 7 May 2018
photo by Mike Brooks
Q&A | Madison King
[April]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Madison King took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be a performing musician in DFW.
Editor | 27 April 2018
photo courtesy of Sterling Masters
Q&A | Sterling Masters
[March]
This month at Crowd Control, the monthly open mic on the rooftop of Sundown at Granada, spotlight artist Sterling Masters took the time to sit down and answer a few questions for us about what it's like to be a performing musician in DFW.
Editor | 30 March 2018
photo artwork by Sabine Fletcher
Song Premiere | LUCA - Breathe
Two years after the release of their debut album, LUCA comes back strong on their sophomore attempt, You’ll Never Be At Peace With This.
Brittany Griffiths | 26 January 2018