SPB doesn't make standard practice of sharing interesting interviews elsewhere, but Leatherface fans should take note of a recent interview at Negative Insight magazine, which digs deep into the band's catalog and history with Laurence Bell formerly of Roughneck Recording Co. and currently with Domino Records. We dig an in-depth interview (we spoke with then Leatherface bassist Graeme Philliskirk about The Fest 7 long ago). Consider it a third-party oral history of the band, of sorts.
NYIVA seeks funding for NYC independent venues
Posted in Music News on December 20, 2020
With independent music venues facing economic challenges related to widespread shutdowns, various organizations are working to find relief to sustain those businesses through the pandemic. The New York Independent Venue Association has opened a campaign that the state of New York designate funding toward the industry before the 2020 calendar … Read more
Punk Rock Karaoke: open call
Posted in Music News on December 20, 2020
Since 1996, Greg Hetson (Bad Religion, Circle Jerks), Eric Melvin (NOFX), and now Darrin Pfeiffer (Goldfinger) and Randy Bradbury (Pennywise), have organized a concept called Punk Rock Karaoke. The musicians listed will play a punk rock classic, with anyone and everyone open to grab the microphone. The series has featured … Read more
First Avenue fundraiser offers exclusive songs via subscription
Posted in Music News on December 19, 2020
Offering a new model of raising funds by offering exclusive music, Minneapolis, MN-based venue First Avenue launched the First Love Project this week. Like many independent venues struggling as the pandemic wreaks havoc on public health as well as local economies, the venue is looking for alternative sources of income … Read more
