Ruiqi Wang: subduing the silence with vocal improvisation - Transcript
Evocative vocals, string-laced arrangements, and sublime jazz instrumentation form the experimental fabric of Ruiqi Wang's stunning album, Subduing The Silence.
Interviews
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Paul Chastain: The Small Square's big sounds - Transcript
The famed musician and songwriter discusses the definition of power pop, his days with Velvet Crush, and his exciting transcontinental band, The Small Square.
Jeff Slate: tales from a rock 'n' roll troubadour - Transcript
The storied musician, songwriter, and music journalist talks about recording his album The Last Day of Summer during the pandemic, his approach to interviewing artists, and his friendships with some of his musical heroes.
Katie Ernst: bass notes and murder ballads - Transcript
The prolific Chicago-based bass player and improvisor discusses her many projects—including Twin Talk, Wayfaring, and Edith Judith—and her role in inspiring the next generation of musicians.
James Falzone: joyful noise from the pain stick - Transcript
The acclaimed clarinetist, improviser, and educator discusses his influences, music education, the nature of sound, and deconstructing the murder ballad in the duo Wayfaring.
Francesco Crosara: jazz journeys from Rome to Seattle - Transcript
The acclaimed jazz pianist, composer, and educator discusses his formative years in Italy, the vibrant jazz scene in the Pacific Northwest, and the rotating combos found on his excellent album, Circular Motion.
Kavita Shah: embracing the saudade of Cape Verde - Transcript
The award-winning vocalist, composer, ethnomusicology researcher, and educator discusses the musical journey that landed her in Cape Verde.
R.U. Sirius: inside the mind of a cyberdelic shaman - Transcript
In our special 200th episode, the former editor of the seminal magazine Mondo 2000 opens up about his musical activities, how his view of technology has changed, and his enduring curiosity about the chaos all around us.