Great Albums
MP3.com's editorial staff sits down with musicians to discuss their favorite records and the greatest albums of all time.
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12/03/07
Great Albums: Peanut Butter Wolf
Veteran record producer, international DJ, and Stones Throw founder Peanut Butter Wolf discusses five of his favorite albums.
Veteran record producer, international DJ, and Stones Throw founder Peanut Butter Wolf discusses five of his favorite albums.
10/05/07
Great Albums: Federico Aubele
Argentinean producer and songwriter dives into the classics that have influenced his dubby Latin sound.
Argentinean producer and songwriter dives into the classics that have influenced his dubby Latin sound.
09/15/07
Great Albums: Tim 'Love' Lee
Tim "Love" Lee describes the difference between his favorite albums and his own "crazy mindf*** electronic freakout."
Tim "Love" Lee describes the difference between his favorite albums and his own "crazy mindf*** electronic freakout."
09/24/07
Great Albums: Nate Krooks
The Bay Area duo reminisce on five influential records.
The Bay Area duo reminisce on five influential records.
09/17/07
Great Albums: Dave Mustaine
Megadeth's Dave Mustaine talks to MP3.com about five albums that influenced him, heroes he's yet to meet, and his "bullsh*t-o-meter."
Megadeth's Dave Mustaine talks to MP3.com about five albums that influenced him, heroes he's yet to meet, and his "bullsh*t-o-meter."
09/10/07
Great Albums: Rogue Wave
MP3.com visits Rogue Wave's studio to discuss the making of their latest, Asleep at Heaven's Gate, surviving in the woods, and some of their favorite albums.
MP3.com visits Rogue Wave's studio to discuss the making of their latest, Asleep at Heaven's Gate, surviving in the woods, and some of their favorite albums.
08/20/07
Great Albums: Prince Ali
The Bay Area emcee talks about his background, his debut album Curb Side Service, and five of his favorite records.
The Bay Area emcee talks about his background, his debut album Curb Side Service, and five of his favorite records.
07/30/07
Great Albums: Slough Feg's Mike Scalzi
Mike Scalzi from San Francisco's Slough Feg shares five albums that influenced his unique heavy metal vocals.
Mike Scalzi from San Francisco's Slough Feg shares five albums that influenced his unique heavy metal vocals.
07/23/07
Great Albums: DJ Qbert
The legendary Bay Area DJ, Qbert, talks about some of his favorite records.
The legendary Bay Area DJ, Qbert, talks about some of his favorite records.
07/16/07
Great Albums: Zach Hash
San Francisco jazz musician Zach Hash discusses five of his favorites.
San Francisco jazz musician Zach Hash discusses five of his favorites.
07/09/07
Great Albums: The Horrors
MP3.com invades The Horrors' tour bus during their Popscene SF show and collected their picks for Great Albums.
MP3.com invades The Horrors' tour bus during their Popscene SF show and collected their picks for Great Albums.
07/02/07
Great Albums: DJ Zeph & Azeem
The Bay Area duo discuss some of their favorite records.
The Bay Area duo discuss some of their favorite records.
06/25/07
Great Albums: Smoosh
MP3.com went backstage with Chloe and Asya of Smoosh and discussed a few of their all-time favorite albums.
MP3.com went backstage with Chloe and Asya of Smoosh and discussed a few of their all-time favorite albums.
06/18/07
Great Albums: Menomena
Brent, Danny, and Justin of Portland-based band Menomena discuss (and hum) songs from five of their favorite albums.
Brent, Danny, and Justin of Portland-based band Menomena discuss (and hum) songs from five of their favorite albums.
06/11/07
Great Albums: Kid Beyond
Next level vocalist Kid Beyond breaks down five of his favorite records.
Next level vocalist Kid Beyond breaks down five of his favorite records.
06/04/07
Great Albums: Fishbone
Angelo and Norwood of the legendary Fishbone share stories about Bad Brains, James Brown, and so much more.
Angelo and Norwood of the legendary Fishbone share stories about Bad Brains, James Brown, and so much more.
05/28/07
Great Albums: bambu
Los Angeles lyricist and one-half of Native Guns, bambu, discusses five of his favorite albums.
Los Angeles lyricist and one-half of Native Guns, bambu, discusses five of his favorite albums.
05/21/07
Great Albums: Klaxons
London's Klaxons emerge from their own myth in this exclusive interview from San Francisco's famed club Popscene.
London's Klaxons emerge from their own myth in this exclusive interview from San Francisco's famed club Popscene.
05/14/07
Great Albums: Pigeon John
Left-field SoCal rapper Pigeon John stops by the studio to discuss some of his favorite records.
Left-field SoCal rapper Pigeon John stops by the studio to discuss some of his favorite records.
05/07/07
Great Albums: Blonde Redhead
Blonde Redhead discuss the meaning of 23, their current musical vision, and albums that continue to inspire them.
Blonde Redhead discuss the meaning of 23, their current musical vision, and albums that continue to inspire them.
04/30/07
Great Albums: The Haunted
Peter Dolving and Jensen stop by the MP3.com studios to fill us in on how their tour is going and to share a few great albums.
Peter Dolving and Jensen stop by the MP3.com studios to fill us in on how their tour is going and to share a few great albums.
04/23/07
Great Albums: Tommy Guerrero
Skate legend and San Francisco roots musician Tommy Guerrero breaks down a few of his favorite albums.
Skate legend and San Francisco roots musician Tommy Guerrero breaks down a few of his favorite albums.
04/09/07
Great Albums: The Shapes
MP3.com Get Exposed contest runners-up The Shapes wax poetic on some truly great albums.
MP3.com Get Exposed contest runners-up The Shapes wax poetic on some truly great albums.
04/03/07
Great Albums: The Noisettes
Daniel Smith and Shingai Shoniwa of The Noisettes chat about some great music, and touring with TV on the Radio.
Daniel Smith and Shingai Shoniwa of The Noisettes chat about some great music, and touring with TV on the Radio.
03/26/07
Great Albums: Rasco
Underground icon and one-half of Cali Agents, Rasco breaks down five of his favorite records.
Underground icon and one-half of Cali Agents, Rasco breaks down five of his favorite records.
03/20/07
Great Albums: Ted Leo
Indie mainstay Ted Leo discuss some great music and the musical definition of contentment.
Indie mainstay Ted Leo discuss some great music and the musical definition of contentment.
03/12/07
Great Albums: Thomas Dolby
Electronic vet says he's drawn to the power of songwriting, regardless of the genre.
Electronic vet says he's drawn to the power of songwriting, regardless of the genre.
03/05/07
Great Albums: Jimmy Gnecco
Jimmy Gnecco from OURS shares five great albums he finds brave and sexy.
Jimmy Gnecco from OURS shares five great albums he finds brave and sexy.
02/27/07
Great Albums: Impaled
Ross Sewage and Sean McGrath of Impaled share five great albums for touring the world and elsewhere.
Ross Sewage and Sean McGrath of Impaled share five great albums for touring the world and elsewhere.
02/20/07
Great Albums with Pete Yorn
Pete Yorn discusses his personal experiences with Guided By Voices and R.E.M., and albums that have shaped his career.
Pete Yorn discusses his personal experiences with Guided By Voices and R.E.M., and albums that have shaped his career.
02/06/07
Great Albums with Rhettmatic and Shortkut
Legendary DJs and members of The World Famous Beat Junkies, Rhettmatic and Shortkut discuss some of their favorite records.
Legendary DJs and members of The World Famous Beat Junkies, Rhettmatic and Shortkut discuss some of their favorite records.
01/30/07
Great Albums: High on Fire
Mike Pike of High on Fire discusses the band's hiatus, some great albums, and keeping it old school.
Mike Pike of High on Fire discusses the band's hiatus, some great albums, and keeping it old school.
01/23/07
Great Albums: Deerhoof
Greg and Satomi of Deerhoof discuss a few great albums and share their affinity for the enigma that is Michael Bolton.
Greg and Satomi of Deerhoof discuss a few great albums and share their affinity for the enigma that is Michael Bolton.
12/25/06
Great Albums: Best of 2006
MP3.com editors highlight 10 must-have albums from 2006. Oh, and some of the worst albums too.
MP3.com editors highlight 10 must-have albums from 2006. Oh, and some of the worst albums too.
12/19/06
Great Albums with Lyrics Born
Lyrics Born breaks down his own musical history while dicussing albums that changed his life.
Lyrics Born breaks down his own musical history while dicussing albums that changed his life.
12/12/06
Great Albums with Ratatat
Evan Mast and Mike Stroud of Ratatat discuss the mystery of Eminem, things that rhyme with Kinks, and many of their favorite albums.
Evan Mast and Mike Stroud of Ratatat discuss the mystery of Eminem, things that rhyme with Kinks, and many of their favorite albums.
12/05/06
Great Albums with Rob Halford
Rob Halford of Judas Priest discusses the recording of British Steel, Robert Plant's nicknames, and so much more.
Rob Halford of Judas Priest discusses the recording of British Steel, Robert Plant's nicknames, and so much more.
11/28/06
Great Albums with Sean Lennon
Sean Lennon discusses his complex relationship with The Beatles, the elbow as an erogenous zone, and some fantastic albums.
Sean Lennon discusses his complex relationship with The Beatles, the elbow as an erogenous zone, and some fantastic albums.
11/21/06
Great Albums with Hot Chip
Joe Goddard and Al Doyle of Hot Chip discuss going back into the studio, the importance of R. Kelly, and some truly amazing music.
Joe Goddard and Al Doyle of Hot Chip discuss going back into the studio, the importance of R. Kelly, and some truly amazing music.
10/30/06
Great Albums with Gomez
Paul and Olly of Gomez discuss a highway covered in pig fat, the over inflated importance of Eric Clapton, and some great music.
Paul and Olly of Gomez discuss a highway covered in pig fat, the over inflated importance of Eric Clapton, and some great music.
10/24/06
Great Albums with Jack Ingram
The gentle Texan, Jack Ingram shares his affinities for rock & roll, Willie Nelson, and good old fashioned American music.
The gentle Texan, Jack Ingram shares his affinities for rock & roll, Willie Nelson, and good old fashioned American music.
10/16/06
Great Albums with Lily Allen
British sensation Lily Allen discusses her love of Hyphy, her newfound success, and some of her favorite music.
British sensation Lily Allen discusses her love of Hyphy, her newfound success, and some of her favorite music.
10/10/06
Great Albums with Celtic Frost
Martin Ain and Thomas Gabriel Fischer share their thoughts on Celtic Frost and music that has inspired them.
Martin Ain and Thomas Gabriel Fischer share their thoughts on Celtic Frost and music that has inspired them.
10/03/06
Great Albums with Mastodon
Bill Kelliher and Bränn Dailor of Mastodon talk shop about their musical influences, the downfall of Phil Collins and much more.
Bill Kelliher and Bränn Dailor of Mastodon talk shop about their musical influences, the downfall of Phil Collins and much more.
09/26/06
Great Albums with OK Go
AOK Go is a group that distances itself from pretentious rock-star posing and produces saccharine pop that is amassing quite a following. Damian Kulash and Tim Nordwind took time out from their hectic schedules to discuss five albums that have influenced them and their group.
AOK Go is a group that distances itself from pretentious rock-star posing and produces saccharine pop that is amassing quite a following. Damian Kulash and Tim Nordwind took time out from their hectic schedules to discuss five albums that have influenced them and their group.
09/19/06
Great Albums with Two Gallants
Adam Stephens and Tyson Vogel of Two Gallants discuss the importance of John Coltrane, the possibility of contemporary "out" music becoming popular, and the questionable morals of Bob Dylan.
Adam Stephens and Tyson Vogel of Two Gallants discuss the importance of John Coltrane, the possibility of contemporary "out" music becoming popular, and the questionable morals of Bob Dylan.
09/12/06
Great Albums: Editors' Choice
So much music, so little time. MP3.com editors take the time to sift through some recent releases to ensure you are listening to the best that this year has to offer.
So much music, so little time. MP3.com editors take the time to sift through some recent releases to ensure you are listening to the best that this year has to offer.
08/28/06
Great Albums with Comets on Fire
Noel Von Harmonson of Comets on Fire provides insight into the group's latest album, Avatar, his various solo and collaborative projects, and some downright great music.
Noel Von Harmonson of Comets on Fire provides insight into the group's latest album, Avatar, his various solo and collaborative projects, and some downright great music.
08/22/06
Great Albums with The Adolescents
O.C. originals, The Adolescents share stories about the hey-day of Southern California punk, discuss the lost art of mix tapes, and the importance of the Beatles in their music.
O.C. originals, The Adolescents share stories about the hey-day of Southern California punk, discuss the lost art of mix tapes, and the importance of the Beatles in their music.
08/15/06
Great Abums with Sleepytime Gorilla Museum
Matthias and Nils of Sleepytime Gorilla Museum discuss possible alternatives to their group name, the motivation behind Phil Collins' commercial success, and the finer points of Scientology.
Matthias and Nils of Sleepytime Gorilla Museum discuss possible alternatives to their group name, the motivation behind Phil Collins' commercial success, and the finer points of Scientology.
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Artist Interviews
MP3.com editors sit down with your favorite artists to ask the questions few dare.XML
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11/28/07
Q-Tip: Renaissance Man
One of the most distinctive voices in hip-hop, Q-Tip talks about his new album, ATCQ, today's music, rap haters, and much, much more.
One of the most distinctive voices in hip-hop, Q-Tip talks about his new album, ATCQ, today's music, rap haters, and much, much more.
11/27/07
The People's Amp
Long revered overseas and in DJ circles, veteran Detroit singer and producer looks to break through with his latest, Afro Strut.
Long revered overseas and in DJ circles, veteran Detroit singer and producer looks to break through with his latest, Afro Strut.
11/26/07
The Year of the Ronson
Multitalented producer talks about going for broke, the tabloids' appetite for Amy Winehouse, and what's on deck for 2008.
Multitalented producer talks about going for broke, the tabloids' appetite for Amy Winehouse, and what's on deck for 2008.
11/25/07
David Banner: Bannerism 101
The outspoken MC/producer sounds off on music, money, politics, and interracial relations.
The outspoken MC/producer sounds off on music, money, politics, and interracial relations.
11/18/07
Goo Goo Dolls go ga ga
Singer and Next Great American Band judge John Rzeznik talks about his band's new greatest hits album and getting booed on the show.
Singer and Next Great American Band judge John Rzeznik talks about his band's new greatest hits album and getting booed on the show.
11/15/07
Janet Reno's ode to America
MP3.com speaks with former US Attorney General, who executive-produced a three-CD compilation telling the history of America through music.
MP3.com speaks with former US Attorney General, who executive-produced a three-CD compilation telling the history of America through music.
11/12/07
Galactic's Block Party
New Orleans funk band's saxophonist/producer talks about hooking up with a host of MCs, from Juvenile and Chali 2na to Gift of Gab and Lyrics Born.
New Orleans funk band's saxophonist/producer talks about hooking up with a host of MCs, from Juvenile and Chali 2na to Gift of Gab and Lyrics Born.
10/17/07
9th Wonder: True Scholar
North Carolina super producer 9th Wonder candidly talks about hip-hop, educating today's youth, and his new album.
North Carolina super producer 9th Wonder candidly talks about hip-hop, educating today's youth, and his new album.
10/17/07
9th Wonder: True Scholar
North Carolina super producer 9th Wonder candidly talks about hip-hop, educating today's youth, and his new album.
North Carolina super producer 9th Wonder candidly talks about hip-hop, educating today's youth, and his new album.
10/11/07
Romancing Angie Stone
Now on Stax and with a new lease on her musical life, soul diva talks about The Art of Love and War, her latest album.
Now on Stax and with a new lease on her musical life, soul diva talks about The Art of Love and War, her latest album.
10/03/07
Cormega: Return of the Realness
One of New York's illest lyricists, Cormega discusses his new beat CD, upcoming documentary DVD, reuniting with Nas, and rap vs. hip-hop.
One of New York's illest lyricists, Cormega discusses his new beat CD, upcoming documentary DVD, reuniting with Nas, and rap vs. hip-hop.
10/03/07
Herbie Hancock: On the River
The legendary musician talks about technology, hip-hop, spirituality, and his new album River: The Joni Letters.
The legendary musician talks about technology, hip-hop, spirituality, and his new album River: The Joni Letters.
10/03/07
The Bangles' Susanna Hoffs
Singer of '80s female rock band talks about getting the band back together, the '80s revival, and balancing music and family time.
Singer of '80s female rock band talks about getting the band back together, the '80s revival, and balancing music and family time.
10/02/07
Montgomery Gentry
Country duo celebrates their CMA award nomination and talks about performing on the sixth anniversary of 9/11.
Country duo celebrates their CMA award nomination and talks about performing on the sixth anniversary of 9/11.
09/26/07
Queen Latifah: Long Live The Queen
The singer/actress/rapper discusses her new album and reflects on the state of hip-hop.
The singer/actress/rapper discusses her new album and reflects on the state of hip-hop.
09/23/07
Sara Tavares: Homeward bound
Cape Verdean siren talks about visiting her homeland for the first time and finding Balance in all shapes and sizes.
Cape Verdean siren talks about visiting her homeland for the first time and finding Balance in all shapes and sizes.
09/20/07
Ministry: One Last Hurrah
Alain Jourgensen comes clean about putting Ministry to rest, 13th Planet Records, and buying the public off with cheap trinkets.
Alain Jourgensen comes clean about putting Ministry to rest, 13th Planet Records, and buying the public off with cheap trinkets.
09/12/07
Cornel West: The Doctor is in
Princeton professor and renowned author talks about his third album, which features guest slots by Prince, Andre 3000, Jill Scott, Talib Kweli, Black Thought, Gerald Levert, KRS-One, and many more.
Princeton professor and renowned author talks about his third album, which features guest slots by Prince, Andre 3000, Jill Scott, Talib Kweli, Black Thought, Gerald Levert, KRS-One, and many more.
09/09/07
50 Cent: I Run New York
Mr. Jackson speaks candidly about his new album, the future of G-Unit, upcoming business ventures, Robert DeNiro, and much much more.
Mr. Jackson speaks candidly about his new album, the future of G-Unit, upcoming business ventures, Robert DeNiro, and much much more.
08/30/07
Van Hunt: Popular mechanic
Multitalented soul man talks about switching to Blue Note and crafting his new album, Popular.
Multitalented soul man talks about switching to Blue Note and crafting his new album, Popular.
08/29/07
Swizz Beatz: Casio Kingpin
The superstar producer talks about his many studio projects, Full Surface label, retail world takeover, and new CD One Man Band Man.
The superstar producer talks about his many studio projects, Full Surface label, retail world takeover, and new CD One Man Band Man.
08/29/07
Los Zafiros, remembered
Filmmaker reunited the two surviving members of a '60s Cuban group that mixed American-inspired doo-wop with Afro-Cuban rhythms.
Filmmaker reunited the two surviving members of a '60s Cuban group that mixed American-inspired doo-wop with Afro-Cuban rhythms.
08/27/07
Twista: Return of the Rush
Chicago speed-rapper talks about the industry, staying fresh, his GMG label, rap haters, and his new album Adrenaline Rush 2007.
Chicago speed-rapper talks about the industry, staying fresh, his GMG label, rap haters, and his new album Adrenaline Rush 2007.
08/27/07
LA artists make love, with beats
New compilation marks a growing movement in the City of Angels, mixing soul, hip-hop, and electronic music accompanied by visual art.
New compilation marks a growing movement in the City of Angels, mixing soul, hip-hop, and electronic music accompanied by visual art.
08/23/07
Gaudi: Dub Qawwali's architect
Italian electronic producer talks about taking on the catalog of the late Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, one of the world's most popular and revered artists.
Italian electronic producer talks about taking on the catalog of the late Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, one of the world's most popular and revered artists.
08/20/07
Superbad brings the funk
Composer Lyle Workman tells MP3.com about assembling an all-star funk band to complement movie's white-bred cast.
Composer Lyle Workman tells MP3.com about assembling an all-star funk band to complement movie's white-bred cast.
08/16/07
Mya: Liberated
The multi-talented songstress talks about her brand new album Liberation.
The multi-talented songstress talks about her brand new album Liberation.
08/09/07
Slayer: An interview with Tom Araya
Tom Araya discusses Slayer's tour with Manson, tape trading and how the sharing of digital music is really no different, just faster.
Tom Araya discusses Slayer's tour with Manson, tape trading and how the sharing of digital music is really no different, just faster.
08/02/07
Hans Zimmer's ode to Homer
Acclaimed film composer talks about scoring The Simpsons Movie, initially turning down the project, and--of course--Spider Pig.
Acclaimed film composer talks about scoring The Simpsons Movie, initially turning down the project, and--of course--Spider Pig.
08/02/07
Marilyn Manson
Pop-culture enigma Marilyn Manson discusses the vampirism of modern media, Eat Me, Drink Me, the Christ myth, and so much more.
Pop-culture enigma Marilyn Manson discusses the vampirism of modern media, Eat Me, Drink Me, the Christ myth, and so much more.
07/29/07
Mooney Suzuki
Sammy James Jr. of Mooney Suzuki talks shop about reinventing the group's sound, Hollywood deals, and the DNA of a rocker.
Sammy James Jr. of Mooney Suzuki talks shop about reinventing the group's sound, Hollywood deals, and the DNA of a rocker.
07/26/07
Bebel Gilberto
Brazilian chanteuse talks about her broken foot, the joys of Skype, being a true New Yorker, and her new album, Momento.
Brazilian chanteuse talks about her broken foot, the joys of Skype, being a true New Yorker, and her new album, Momento.
07/19/07
Patton Oswalt
Comedian Patton Oswalt discusses Werewolves and Lollipops, Phil Collins, and playing the rat in Ratatouille.
Comedian Patton Oswalt discusses Werewolves and Lollipops, Phil Collins, and playing the rat in Ratatouille.
07/18/07
Wise Intelligent
The legendary emcee talks about the dumbing down of America, racism in the music industry, and his long awaited new album.
The legendary emcee talks about the dumbing down of America, racism in the music industry, and his long awaited new album.
07/17/07
Art Brut
Singer Eddie Argos chats about the members of Art Brut learning to play their instruments, going pop, and knowing their commandments.
Singer Eddie Argos chats about the members of Art Brut learning to play their instruments, going pop, and knowing their commandments.
07/05/07
Shannon Wright
Beloved indie songstress Shannon Wright surfaces to discuss her latest album, the horrors of touring, and never releasing another album.
Beloved indie songstress Shannon Wright surfaces to discuss her latest album, the horrors of touring, and never releasing another album.
07/01/07
Pelican
Laurent Schroeder-Lebec of Pelican explores the meaning of City of Echoes, virtual realities, and the downfall of globalization.
Laurent Schroeder-Lebec of Pelican explores the meaning of City of Echoes, virtual realities, and the downfall of globalization.
06/21/07
The Man from UNKLE
James Lavelle talks about his new album, the death of Mo' Wax, surrendering to life, and what his generation will be listening to when they're 60.
James Lavelle talks about his new album, the death of Mo' Wax, surrendering to life, and what his generation will be listening to when they're 60.
06/14/07
Troy Van Leeuwen
Troy Van Leeuwen of QOTSA discusses the group's latest album, Era Vulgaris, performance-enhancing surgeries, and drawing and quartering lazy journalists.
Troy Van Leeuwen of QOTSA discusses the group's latest album, Era Vulgaris, performance-enhancing surgeries, and drawing and quartering lazy journalists.
06/11/07
Socalled
Montreal producer melds hip-hop beats with traditional Jewish music for a sound that is reverential but goofy.
Montreal producer melds hip-hop beats with traditional Jewish music for a sound that is reverential but goofy.
06/07/07
Billy Martin
One-third of Medeski, Martin & Wood talks about his duo project with John Medeski, Mago, and the ever-changing arts scene in NYC.
One-third of Medeski, Martin & Wood talks about his duo project with John Medeski, Mago, and the ever-changing arts scene in NYC.
06/06/07
The Beastie Boys
In a hilarious roundtable at the Sasquatch Festival, the legendary trio crack wise on their career, their new album, and, of course, Scientology.
In a hilarious roundtable at the Sasquatch Festival, the legendary trio crack wise on their career, their new album, and, of course, Scientology.
06/05/07
Skillz
The VA veteran talks about his upcoming album, ghostwriting career, the annual 'Rap Up' tradition, status of the Supafriendz, and Shaq Diesel.
The VA veteran talks about his upcoming album, ghostwriting career, the annual 'Rap Up' tradition, status of the Supafriendz, and Shaq Diesel.
05/06/07
Ozomatli
Uli Bella, horn player of the always-touring, multiethnic LA collective, talks about visiting Nepal and India and the group's new album, Don't Mess With the Dragon.
Uli Bella, horn player of the always-touring, multiethnic LA collective, talks about visiting Nepal and India and the group's new album, Don't Mess With the Dragon.
05/03/07
Henry Rollins
Onetime Black Flag frontman, now a multimedia presence, talks to MP3.com about his latest USO stop in Iraq and the second season of his IFC talk show.
Onetime Black Flag frontman, now a multimedia presence, talks to MP3.com about his latest USO stop in Iraq and the second season of his IFC talk show.
04/19/07
LCD Soundsystem
James Murphy talks about his new album, anonymity in NYC, and his hopes of creating a farm studio.
James Murphy talks about his new album, anonymity in NYC, and his hopes of creating a farm studio.
02/11/07
RJD2
Eclectic producer RJD2 discusses self-management, his move to XL Recordings, and stepping away from the sampler.
Eclectic producer RJD2 discusses self-management, his move to XL Recordings, and stepping away from the sampler.
01/23/07
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
One-time prodigy, whose blues-soaked new album, 10 Days Out, hits stores today, talks about working with the likes of BB King and Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown.
One-time prodigy, whose blues-soaked new album, 10 Days Out, hits stores today, talks about working with the likes of BB King and Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown.
01/22/07
Clinic
Ade Blackburn of Clinic speaks about Visitations, lazy journalists, and homogenous modern music.
Ade Blackburn of Clinic speaks about Visitations, lazy journalists, and homogenous modern music.
01/04/07
Jimmy Van M
Jimmy Van M is the new poster boy for EQ Recordings' 10th installment of the Balance mix series. Jimmy talks about his contribution on Balance 10, the plateau of the electronic/dance music culture, and how technology has affected him in 2006.
Jimmy Van M is the new poster boy for EQ Recordings' 10th installment of the Balance mix series. Jimmy talks about his contribution on Balance 10, the plateau of the electronic/dance music culture, and how technology has affected him in 2006.
12/20/06
Andy Partridge
Former XTC frontman, Andy Partridge chats about his days as a social worker for idiots, enduring blinding scum storms of spit, and his desperate need for some musical "bad boy" behavior.
Former XTC frontman, Andy Partridge chats about his days as a social worker for idiots, enduring blinding scum storms of spit, and his desperate need for some musical "bad boy" behavior.
12/19/06
Pete Tong
Pete Tong discusses the absence of his music and dance music in general on American Radio, and what is needed to keep electronic music culture moving forward.
Pete Tong discusses the absence of his music and dance music in general on American Radio, and what is needed to keep electronic music culture moving forward.
12/18/06
Graham Coxon
Graham Coxon discusses Blur's dragon chasing, recording an album for a race of elves, and the little things in life.
Graham Coxon discusses Blur's dragon chasing, recording an album for a race of elves, and the little things in life.
12/06/06
Brian McKnight
In the midst of a round of golf, veteran R&B singer gives up the goods on his new album, Ten.
In the midst of a round of golf, veteran R&B singer gives up the goods on his new album, Ten.
11/13/06
The Game
Compton's most wanted speaks on his highly anticipated new album Doctor's Advocate.
Compton's most wanted speaks on his highly anticipated new album Doctor's Advocate.
10/22/06
Pharoahe Monch
Super-emcee Pharoahe Monch discusses his seven-year hiatus, ghostwriting for Diddy, and the importance of a well-balanced musical diet.
Super-emcee Pharoahe Monch discusses his seven-year hiatus, ghostwriting for Diddy, and the importance of a well-balanced musical diet.
10/20/06
Cedric Gervais
Ultra Records' artist, Cedric Gervais, takes time out to chat with us on what its like to be touring the global deejay circuit, having to produce his debut album twice over, his first & best deejay experience, and some words of wisdom to those just getting their start.
Ultra Records' artist, Cedric Gervais, takes time out to chat with us on what its like to be touring the global deejay circuit, having to produce his debut album twice over, his first & best deejay experience, and some words of wisdom to those just getting their start.
10/19/06
Bassnectar
Lorin Ashton of Bassnectar discusses the intention behind his music, issues regarding Net Neutrality, future projects with OM Records, and his unreleased album "Underground Communication"..
Lorin Ashton of Bassnectar discusses the intention behind his music, issues regarding Net Neutrality, future projects with OM Records, and his unreleased album "Underground Communication"..
10/16/06
Beck
Beck breaks down The Information, the lost art of man-made break beats, and his affinity for stickers.
Beck breaks down The Information, the lost art of man-made break beats, and his affinity for stickers.
10/03/06
Lloyd Banks
The G-Unit lieutenant speaks on his new album Rotten Apple, hand-picking his own beats, balancing the streets and the clubs, New York's place in hip-hop, and getting his respect as a lyricist.
The G-Unit lieutenant speaks on his new album Rotten Apple, hand-picking his own beats, balancing the streets and the clubs, New York's place in hip-hop, and getting his respect as a lyricist.
09/28/06
Massive Attack
Robert Del Naja, better known as 3D, discusses the process behind Collected, the forthcoming Massive Attack album titled Weather Underground, and the state of politics and war in this global village we call home.
Robert Del Naja, better known as 3D, discusses the process behind Collected, the forthcoming Massive Attack album titled Weather Underground, and the state of politics and war in this global village we call home.
09/27/06
Favourite Sons
Favourite Sons singer Ken Griffin is not selling anyone a lifestyle, and he just wants to hear your music, not be your friend.
Favourite Sons singer Ken Griffin is not selling anyone a lifestyle, and he just wants to hear your music, not be your friend.
09/26/06
Banco De Gaia
Toby Marks of Banco de Gaia discusses his musical A.D.D, a new album, studio gear, electronic music culture, and the future of Banco de Gaia.
Toby Marks of Banco de Gaia discusses his musical A.D.D, a new album, studio gear, electronic music culture, and the future of Banco de Gaia.
08/24/06
Lionel Richie
Living legend Lionel Richie talks about his forthcoming album Coming Home, American Idol's celebration of mediocrity, and performing for 530,000 people.
Living legend Lionel Richie talks about his forthcoming album Coming Home, American Idol's celebration of mediocrity, and performing for 530,000 people.
08/15/06
Dan the Automator
Hip-hop superproducer talks about the NBA 2K7 soundtrack he produced, his work with the Killers, and the upcoming Deltron 3030 project, and whether or not he's a baller.
Hip-hop superproducer talks about the NBA 2K7 soundtrack he produced, his work with the Killers, and the upcoming Deltron 3030 project, and whether or not he's a baller.
08/08/06