Friko
Cigar City Radio
Get ready to dive into a conversation with Niko from FRIKO! We chat about the band's thrilling journey to signing with ATO Records and delve into the vibrant Chicago music scene. Niko spills the details on their jam-packed touring schedule that includes exciting stops in Japan, Europe, and a performance at Lollapalooza. He also gives us an insider look at the creation of their debut album Where We’ve Been, Where We Go From Here and shares the story behind their captivating live video series from Treehouse Records. As if that wasn't enough, Niko reflects on their second year at SXSW, debates...
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BIZZY
Cigar City Radio
Step into BIZZY’s world as we dive into her debut EP "I Don't Get Breakups," where she spills the tea on all things dating and relationships, shares insights on navigating the wild world of TikTok, the secrets behind writing music for other artists, and bravely putting herself out there in the music industry. Join us as we dish about her electrifying first tour with FRENSHIP, dissect her hit single "Just Yet," and uncover the stories behind the music that's making waves.
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Angry Blackmen
Cigar City Radio
Dive into an electrifying conversation with experimental hip-hop sensation, Angry Blackmen. We explore the vibrant Chicago hip-hop scene, the resurgence of dynamic hip-hop duos, the stories behind their compelling lyrics, the buzz of critical acclaim for their album The Legend of ABM, and so much more.
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Bridget Kearney
Cigar City Radio
Join us for a dynamic episode as we catch up with Bridget Kearney from Lake Street Dive! From the making of her latest album, "Comeback Kid," to her role teaching songwriting at Princeton University, we delve into Kearney's musical journey. Tune in as she reveals her experiments with synthesizers and the collaborations with local musicians that bring her live shows to life.
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Homeboy Sandman
Cigar City Radio
Join us as we sit down with the legendary underground rapper, Homeboy Sandman. We'll be delving into his Dominican/Puerto Rican heritage and exploring the nuanced differences between hip hop and trash rap. Plus, we'll discuss his juggling act of attending law school while embarking on his music career. We'll also dissect his latest single, "Real Good," and unravel the layers of his music video for "$". From navigating the challenges of mass media to thriving as an independent artist, we'll cover all this and more in our candid conversation.
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Lutharo
Cigar City Radio
We interview Krista Shipperbottom from the metal band Lutharo about their upcoming tour in North America, their new album "Chasing Euphoria," her singing techniques, the challenges of being a woman in a metal band, and more.
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Gasparilla Music Festival 2024
Cigar City Radio
We recap Gasparilla Music Festival 2024, including surprise headliners Killer Mike and Big Boi, then we talk to performers DJ Sandman (8:11) and Alien House (16:17), as well as Tampa Jesuit Grad turned Capitol Records Recording Artist, Aidan Bissett (25:03).
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Pusha Preme
Cigar City Radio
We talk to Tampa-based Afrobeats artist Pusha Preme about his origin story, wearing a mask, the album Heroes Eventually Die, supporting the community, PDQ sauces, his performance at Gasparilla Music Festival, and more.
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Recycled Tunes
Cigar City Radio
We talk to Tad Denham from Recycled Tunes about their mission to provide instruments to underserved children in the Tampa Bay Area, the Gasparilla Music Foundation, how people can donate instruments, and how the program works with Gasparilla Music Festival.
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Christone "Kingfish" Ingram
Cigar City Radio
We talk to Christone “Kingfish” Ingram about growing up in Clarksdale, Mississippi, winning a Grammy, working with legends like Buddy Guy, Vampire Weekend, and Robin Thicke, performing in Luke Cage, acting in Red Dead Redemption, his new album Live in London, and his upcoming performance at Gasparilla Music Festival.
info_outlineWe talk to Kristine Leschper from Mothers about the Athens music scene, moving to Philadelphia, working with Drew Vandenberg, her album Render Another Ugly Method on Anti Records, and her tour with Lucy Dacus. Plus, she answers a listener question comparing painting to songwriting and tells us some things that nobody else really knows about her.
This episode of Cigar City Radio is sponsored by @NoClubs / StateMedia.com #WeAreConcerts