Interviews Archives - Page 4 of 19

INTRO... It is not easy to hook-up with bands, especially international bands that may tour in the U.S. once a year. So, when I heard that Wellington, New Zealand alt-progressive-reggae … Read More

Interviews / Special Features

Backstage: A Rootz Underground Story

May 2, 2012June 20, 2021 - by Mike Patti

“Not Just a Band, But a Musical Family” The Foundation… Listening to the introduction: “All the way from Kingston, Jamaica…” plenty of memorable reggae pioneers come to mind. This list … Read More

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Interview: The Expendables

April 24, 2012August 10, 2020 - by Mike Patti

With the upcoming album drop of Gone Soft, an acoustic release of their fan and band favorites, The Expendables are exploring more styles of music than ever! The punk, metal, … Read More

Interviews / Special Features

Behind The Beat: Passafire, A Fans Band

April 24, 2012June 20, 2021 - by Mike Patti

Why do some bands go the extra mile to engage their fans? Why do some bands head to the merch booth, while others head to the green room or tour … Read More

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Interview: Katchafire

April 17, 2012August 10, 2020 - by Mike Patti

The Pier sat down with Katchafire lead-singer Logan Bell during the band’s stop at Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom in Denver, CO. In customary Maori fashion, Bell and the rest of Katchafire … Read More

Interviews / Slightly Stoopid

Interview: Slightly Stoopid

April 10, 2012August 10, 2020 - by Mike Patti

In anticipation of Slightly Stoopid’s upcoming DVD/CD box set release of their performance at Bob Weir’s TRI Studios in Southern California, Miles Doughty (singer/guitar/bass) got on the phone with The … Read More

Interviews / Special Features

Big Mountain’s Resurging Summit

March 15, 2012June 20, 2021 - by Mike Patti

The privilege of spending an entire afternoon with a world class group of musicians doesn't come around often. Receiving a message from my partner asking if I would be interested … Read More

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Interview: Groundation

March 13, 2012August 3, 2020 - by Mike Patti

Harrison Stafford, the lead singer and guitarist for Groundation, made some available time to speak with The Pier regarding the band’s upcoming release “Building An Ark” as well as their … Read More