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Artist Interviews The Beths Interview

Liz Stokes of The Beths sat down with Features Director Sarah Brooks after their sold out show at Lincoln Hall. Stokes unveiled her writing process and how she edits her stream of consciousness, the relatable nature of self-deprecation in the music, and the comparisons between music scenes in the U.S. vs. New Zealand.

produced by Amanda Roscoe Mayo

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Artist Interviews Clearance Interview

Features Director Sarah Brooks interviews Clearance, Chicago local band last featured on the podcast a few years back. Sarah catches us up on what they've been doing in the past few years, songwriting, touring, and their new album.

Producer: Eugene Cabanban

Photo Credit: Alexis Viscius

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Artist Interviews Helado Negro Interview

Features & Production Director Amanda Mayo chats with Roberto Carlos Lange, otherwise known as Helado Negro, who's fresh off the heels of his latest album This Is How You Smile.

Producer: Amanda Mayo

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Artist Interviews Dave Specter Interview

Andrew Meriwether interviews Chicago blues legend Dave Specter. Dave tells Andrew the story of his Chicago blues journey through historical local clubs, unexpected jazz influences, and his unique music education.

Produced by  Chris Marks

Photo credit: Robin Subar

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Artist Interviews The Just Luckies Interview

Interviewer Marites Velasquez chats with local band The Just Luckies. They go deep on their new album Bittersweet Boulevard, being gross girls, and what it means to be sparkle greasers.

Produced by Marites Velasquez

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