Interviews
A collection of interviews and Q&As published between 2005 and 2024.
- Culture Bully’s Best of 2008 Guest Posts ()
To close the year out, Culture Bully solicited contributions from artists sharing their year-end lists, reflecting on their favorite things of 2008. Top Five Things I Could Not Criticize Any Longer in 2008 by Ali Elabbady aka Egypto Knuckles of the Background Noise Crew #1) Auto-TuneNumerous folks in 2008 decided to use the auto-tune pitch […]
- Jesse Elliott (of These United States) Interview ()
Prior the the band’s show at the Turf Club last weekend, playing with Bitzen Trapper and Horse Feathers, Jesse Elliott of These United States took some time to discuss a few questions with Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine. After discussing the band’s ties to Kentucky, the two continued by touching on the band’s ongoing outreach to […]
- Natalie Kuhn Interview ()
David Byrne’s current tour has been subject to a phenomenal level of acclaim amongst critics and fans alike, largely due to Byrne’s supporting cast of performers. The expanded show includes a set of lively backup singers, an extensive backing band and a trio of modern dancers – everyone interacting with Byrne during throughout the duration […]
- Morgan Nagler (of Whispertown 2000) Interview ()
Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine recently caught up with Whispertown 2000’s Morgan Nagler, the singer taking some time to address a number of questions revolving around the group’s latest release Swim. The two discussed the band’s ongoing relationship with a number of Los Angeles-based artists, including Jenny Lewis, the band’s unusual approach to booking shows, and […]
- Frida Hyvönen Interview ()
Prior to crossing the Atlantic for a few select US dates, Frida Hyvönen and Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine discussed a few brief topics in a quick interview; touching on her aversion to the idea of being just another Scandinavian blonde and getting drunk in Italy. Hyvönen’s new album, Silence is Wild, will be released State-side […]
- Sune Rose Wagner (of the Raveonettes) Interview ()
The Raveonettes have just released Beauty Dies, the group’s third in their ongoing series of fall EPs. Following the release of their September release, Sometimes They Drop By, Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine caught up with Sune Rose Wagner to discuss the series. The band will be hitting the road in the new year following their […]
- Culture Bully’s Donors Choose Blogathon ()
In October 2008 Culture Bully published a 60 hour blogathon as a fundraiser in support of music development and literacy within the Twin Cities. In the process of doing so, the site solicited reflections, music, and essays from local artists who spoke to the following question: “How did you get into making music, and how […]
- Ilhan Ersahin (of I Led 3 Lives) Interview ()
Ilhan Ersahin is one of the three well respected jazz soloists who have come together as I Led 3 Lives. Also including Juini Booth and Jochen Rueckert, the trio’s focus touches on a sound that incorporates drum-n-bass-styled electronica into their jazz mainstay. Ersahin and Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine recently discussed the formation of I Led […]
- Greg Saunier (of Deerhoof) Interview ()
Deerhoof is expected to play in front of one of its largest Minneapolis crowds when the band returns to the city tomorrow, playing the main stage at First Avenue. In preparation for the show Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine caught up with the band’s Greg Saunier to discuss the band’s new album Offend Maggie, Henry Rollins […]
- Eric Bachmann (of Crooked Fingers) Interview ()
Crooked Fingers, led by former Archers of Loaf lead singer Eric Bachmann, are in the midst of a nation-wide tour in support of the band’s recently released album Forfeit/Fortune. And while on tour, Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine was able to ask a few quick questions on Bachmann – touching on his decision to release Forfeit/Fortune […]
- Mike Conte (of Early Man) Interview ()
Early Man just released the grinding four-song Beware the Circling Fin EP, and have a full length album still in the works with their new label The End. Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine got in touch with lead singer/guitarist Mike Conte to ask him about the transition away from the indie rock-centric Matador Records, finding new […]
- Benjamin Curtis (of School of Seven Bells) Interview ()
Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine recently caught up with one-time Secret Machines member Benjamin Curtis to discuss his mainstay for the past two years – School of Seven Bells. In the discussion Curtis touched on the band’s curious shoegaze categorization, the relationship between the group’s set of twins and adopting the band’s music for a live […]
- DJ Snuggles, Big Zach & The Histronic Interview ()
The Cabooze will be hosting a fantastic bill tonight featuring Toki Wright, DJ Snuggles, the Histronic and Big Zach. In preparation for the show Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine caught up with Snuggles, Big Zach and the Histronic’s Paul Marshall. Previewing the event, the artists described a tendency towards improv throughout their performances as well as […]
- Brent Amaker and the Rodeo Interview ()
Brent Amaker and the Rodeo appear as style-conscious cowboys, but there is nothing fashionable about the band’s traditional brand of country. Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine recently knocked around a few ideas with Brent Amaker, discussing country punk, the pussification of Nashville, short songs and why the band dresses head to toe in black. The band […]
- Jonathan Visger (of Mason Proper) Interview ()
This past Tuesday marked the release of Mason Proper’s second full length record, Olly Oxen Free. With the album in mind, lead singer Jonathan Visger and Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine recently discussed the refinement of the band’s personal sound, the internet’s influence on the group’s fan base and where Mason Proper might be some five […]
- Nobot Interview ()
Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine recently connected with both Adam Tucker and Kyle Vande Slunt from the local electronic act Nobot. In preparation for their upcoming show at the Uptown Bar with Estate on the 27th the duo discussed media exposure, forthcoming collaborations and the camaraderie of brosefs on tour. The theme behind Nobot’s latest track, […]
- Mystery Palace Interview ()
Prior to this Summer’s Midwest tour Culture Bully’s Chris DeLine discussed a number of topics with James Buckley of the local act Mystery Palace. Contrasting the band with his own trio, aptly named the James Buckley Trio, the discussion in this edition of Five Questions drifted towards various subjects ranging from the formation of Mystery […]
- Black Blondie Interview ()
Attracting attention both locally and nationally, the critically acclaimed Black Blondie continue to compel audiences with their tireless live schedule. Leading up to the band’s forthcoming First Avenue performance with Muja Messiah, M.anifest and Maria Isa the group took aim at a few questions about the upcoming show, critical obsession with labeling their sound and […]
- Bodies of Water Interview ()
Los Angeles quartet Bodies of Water has attracted an abundance of online support, much of late has been aimed at the band’s forthcoming release A Certain Feeling( scheduled to hit stores July 22nd). Preparing for a twenty one date tour that hits both Canada and The United States, singer and guitarist David Metcalf answered some […]
- Josh Grier (of Tapes ‘n Tapes) Interview ()
With Tapes ‘n Tapes already scheduled to play some forty dates this summer in support of the band’s forthcoming sophomore release, Walk It Off, the Minneapolis quartet are likely to need their rest by the time everything has wrapped up. Lead singer and guitarist Josh Grier suggested otherwise in this Q&A however, hinting that this […]
- Brandon VanVliet (of Restraining Hollywood) Interview ()
Last November I met a man by the name of Brandon VanVliet and he presented me with a DVD of a movie that he had made called People Talk. At the time I didn’t know who he was, but I later came to find out that he plays the role of President, Co-Founder, Producer and […]
- Joe Duplantier (of Gojira) Interview ()
Gojira will be playing the Myth in Maplewood this Wednesday, taking the stage with All That Remains, 36 Crazyfists and In Flames. Recognized as one of the greatest French Death Metal bands of all time, Gojira recently released its fourth studio album to a wave of critical acclaim. Prior to taking its world tour to […]
- Dethklok: The All But Unanswered Interview ()
Given the opportunity to hype the real Dethklok’s performance in Minneapolis by interviewing the fictional band seemed a perfect opportunity to revisit the Adult Swim series Metalocalypse, of which I had only seen once and wasn’t entirely amused by. Upon catching up with the show a second time I found its humor entirely sobering as […]
- Dave Fischoff Interview ()
While Dave Fischoff is just one of many talented artists on the recently released SC100, his leanings further into the electronic in recent years allow him to stand apart from the others on Secretly Canadian’s landmark hundredth album. Current roster-mates such as Songs:Ohia, Danielson and Jens Lekman join Fischoff to celebrate the label’s accomplishment with […]
- Twin Personas: Local Bloggers Greg Swan & Toby Cryns ()
As an outsider looking in on the local Twin Cities music scene one may be left with a simplistic look as to what it is that The Cities and their modern artists have to offer. But aside from conversations surrounding Hüsker Dü, The Replacements or even Tapes ‘n Tapes what does the rest of the […]
- Aesop Rock Interview ()
Aspiring MCs could prosper from modeling themselves after the likes of New York-based producer/MC Aesop Rock, though doing so would most definitely have negative effects on the global market for gold and platinum grillz. The Boston University graduate recently released the latest in Nike’s Original Run series, titled All Day, which follows last year’s releases […]
- Twin Personas: Stook & Martin Devaney ()
As an outsider looking in on the local Twin Cities music scene one may be left with a simplistic look as to what it is that The Cities and their modern artists have to offer. But aside from conversations surrounding Hüsker Dü, The Replacements or even Tapes ‘n Tapes what does the rest of the […]
- Twin Personas: Local Bloggers Kyle Matteson & Steve Engelmayer ()
As an outsider looking in on the local Twin Cities music scene one may be left with a simplistic look as to what it is that The Cities and their modern artists have to offer. But aside from conversations surrounding Hüsker Dü, The Replacements or even Tapes ‘n Tapes what does the rest of the […]
- Twin Personas: How Was the Show’s Andrea Myers & Bob Longmore ()
As an outsider looking in on the local Twin Cities music scene one may be left with a simplistic look as to what it is that The Cities and their modern artists have to offer. But aside from conversations surrounding Hüsker Dü, The Replacements or even Tapes ‘n Tapes what does the rest of the […]
- Gauchos Interview ()
All Victor Jorge wanted to do is show his fellow Argentineans how good his children were at playing heavy metal. But when the television producers of a video-clip show rejected the submissions he sent in, Jorge didn’t know what else to do. So he put his kids on YouTube. Three-and-a-half million viewings later, Jorge’s kids–better […]