Welcome to the KSPC interviews webpage! On this page, you will find recordings of interviews from our shows.
Aaron Kenyon
Aaron Kenyon of Man is the Bastard, Neanderthal, and Lux Nova Umbra Est took
some time out to speak with Troytalkshow on his show Taboo on November 6, 2007.
They discuss the history of MITB along with other topics such as powerviolence,
politics, and spirituality. Kenyon delivers many cold hard facts along with
plenty of laughter as well. It was a pleasure to have him speak live on such
topics.
Barry Cogert
Larry the Fox, host of Claremont Straight Ahead, interviewed Barry Cogert on his show on Monday, September 14th. Barry has has played and recorded with such jazz greats as Louis Bellson, Bobby McFerrin, Ron Eschete, Gerald Wiggins, David Foster and Roger Williams; and he has performed at the Montreaux and North Sea Jazz Festivals. His great work has been recognized by several distinguished artist awards.
Bowerbirds
Clio Beauvoir and Kendra Atleework, summer General Manager and Music Director, sit down with Beth Tacular and Phil Moore of the Bowerbirds before their show at the echo on August 4th. They discuss everything from the ethics of file sharing to the nu-folk movement.
Brandi Shearer
DJ Lilly interviewed singer-songwriter Brandi Shearer before the Rhino Records stop of her "shore to shore indie record store tour" on Wednesday, Sept. 16 to discuss the perks of being a totally independent musician, Shakespeare, and Twitter.
Brent Knopf
After their second show at the El Rey Theatre, KSPC's General Manager Clio Beauvoir chats with Brent Knopf of Menomena about his new side project Ramona Falls. They discuss Ramona Fall's debut album, Intuit, and other musical matters.
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson, owner of K Records and member of bands such as Beat Happening,
The Halo Benders and Dub Narcotic Sound System came to Claremont on Friday, Jan 30th
for a show and gave an interview with Jane and DJ Cosmonaut in the studio discussing
the future of K and his own musical projects.
Casiotone for the Painfully Alone
DJ Rachel D, host of No Coast of Nebraska, chats with Owen Ashworth of Casiotone for the Painfully Alone.
Dick Dale
DJ Cosmonaut chats with surf rock legend Dick Dale.
Dr. Q
Larry the Fox, host of Claremont Straight Ahead, interviewed Dr. Q of Big Papa and the TCB on his show.
Emily Wells
Asst. Promotions Director Lilly Estenson interviewed LA-based musician Emily Wells at
SXSW in Austin, TX. Emily talked about her dreams (both literal and figurative), her Biggie Smalls' cover, and why she sometimes describes her music as “symphonic folktronic fantasy.”
Girl in a Coma
Clio Beauvoir and Kendra Atleework, summer General Manager and Music Director, chat with Jenn Alva, bass player for Girl in a Coma. They chat about everything from women in music to Morrissey.
HEALTH
Local band, Health, interviewed by DJ Olaf, host of the Space Age Bachelor Pad Music.
Ian Mackaye
DJ Special K and DJ Nino hold a telephone interview with Washington, D.C. singer and guitarist Ian MacKaye, best known for being the frontman of punk bands Minor Threat, Embrace, Fugazi, and The Evens.
Polka Dot Dot Dot
These KSPC favorites were kind enough to chat with Asst. Promotions Director Lilly Estenson at SXSW in March 2009. They discussed their adventures in New Zealand, their love of medieval rounds, and their plans for 2009.
P.O.S.
KSPC DJ Little D got a phone interview with Minneapolis hip-hop artist P.O.S. discussing his newest
album.
Rachel Goodrich
Miami-based musician Goodrich discussed her new album “Tinker Toys” and drank orange soda with Asst. Promotions Director Lilly Estenson at SXSW in March 2009. And yes, if you were wondering, that is indeed SXSW-induced craziness going on in the background. This interview took place in the middle of one of the busiest streets in Austin, TX.
Sam McPheeters
Sam McPheeters of Born Against chats with DJ Talkshow Troy.
So So Glos & Alma Mater
Brooklyn indie punk band The So So Glos and Orange County punk band Alma Mater stopped by the basement for an exclusive post-SXSW interview with DJ Mandy Manray on March 27, 2009. Two bands interviewed at once, total mayhem!
Songs for Snakes
Clio Beauvoir and Kendra Atleework, summer General Manager and Music Director, chat with Bill of Songs for Snakes. Songs for Snakes topped the KSPC charts this summer, and we're very greatful that Bill was able to take the time to talk to us about the band and its future.
Stereolab
Tim Gane of Stereolab interviewed by DJ Olaf, host of the Space Age Bachelor Pad Music.
The Strange Boys
Clio Beauvoir and Kendra Atleework, summer General Manager and Music Director, ambush Strange Boy's lead singer Ryan Sambol before their show at the echo on June 30th. They discuss everything from politics to brotherly love to jazz standards.
