An interview with Luscious Jackson vocalist and bassist Jill Cunniff (conducted 12/97) What do you think of Lilith Fair? “I think it’s a really great idea. I’m sorry we missed this last one. We did something else and we weren’t sure if we made the right choice, but…. [laughs] We’re doing this and hopefully we’ll … Read more
An interview with David Sterry of Real Life (“Send Me An Angel”, “Catch Me I’m Falling”) There was quite a gap between your last album and “Happy.” What has the band been up to? “The album previous to the one we have out now was called ‘Lifetime.’ We’ve always found ourselves in deep trouble with … Read more
An interview with Clan Of Xymox founder Ronny Moorings: 1. How has the evolution of music technology affected the way you make music? Do you think it’s affectd your creative process or just made things easier on a technical level? The main thing in music is that artist always try to find other ways to … Read more
With their third album, “Sunburnt,” The Moon Seven Times have yet again evolved a great deal musically. “We haven’t intentionally pursued any of that,” says vocalist Lynn Canfield. “I think when we came together, we were doing stuff that was a lot more atmospheric. It seems like it’s shifted a lot; now it’s more about … Read more
An interview with cEvin KEY, conducted on Halloween, 1997. What’s the reason for the less abrasive, more dance-oriented sound on “III”? cEvin: “It actually evolved out of us going on tour, as a different band than what we were accustomed to. We’d never really performed as Download, and I think going out performing and travelling together throughout … Read more
Empirion is a British trio who create hard electronic dance music that bridges the gap between techno and industrial. The group is comprised of Bob Glennie, Oz Morsley, and Jamie Smart. Their debut album, “Advanced Technology,” is out on XL Recordings. The following is an interview with Glennie. When did the band start, and how … Read more
Australia’s Severed Heads have always been pioneers in creating art through electronics. Formed in Sydney in 1979, the group is widely recognized as one of the innovators behind the growth of electronic music. In addition, they’ve been experimenting with “multimedia” since before that term was even in wide use. Video has played a big role … Read more
The following is an interview with Jean-Luc De Meyer, vocalist for Front 242, The Cyber-Tec Project, and now, Cobalt 60. Originally, it was meant to be an in-person interview to have taken place before The Cyber-Tec Project’s New York show in February 1996. Unfortunately, technical problems at soundcheck prevented Jean-Luc from doing the interview. So … Read more
On “A Normal Family,” their debut CD, Britain’s Baby Fox take elements of dub music to a strange new level. Their songs are all catchy and well-crafted, but at the same time the group creates an off-beat, slightly eerie atmosphere. Baby Fox is comprised of Christine Ann Leach, Alex Gray, and Dwight. Before becoming a … Read more
Previously best known for her work with the Die Warzau side Oxygiene 23, Jane Jensen is now setting her sights on a solo career. On her recently released album, “Comic Book Whore,” Jane showcases a very different sound than that of her former band. Oxygiene 23’s music was very ethereal and ambient, but Jane’s solo … Read more