Sound & Vision: Monte Pittman
Musician Monte Pittman, who collaborates with Madonna, talks with Allyson McCabe about guitar, his childhood in Texas, and passing on what he's learned to others.
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“It’s sort of like comparing making a fire and building a house,” he says. “A song is fire. You react to it primarily, instantly. You don’t have to decide whether…
The Rumpus Interview with Owen Pallett
Canadian musician Owen Pallett talks Tori Amos, perfectionism, percussion, and dark head spaces with Erin Lyndal Martin.
The Rumpus Interview with Craig Finn
Craig Finn of the Hold Steady sits down to talk about his solo album, song craft, and his unfinished novel.
Sound & Vision: Genya Ravan
Pioneering singer, producer, music executive, and radio host Genya Ravan talks about forming the first all-female rock band, going broke touring with the Stones, and her multiple reinventions.
The Rumpus Interview with Luke Temple
Here We Go Magic's Luke Temple sits down to discuss his recent solo album, the writing process, and his diverse sources of inspiration.