Displaying items by tag: Music Interviews
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10/17/2023
The Zzzahara Interview
Heavily influenced by the music in skate videos, LA's Zzzahara brings reverb-soaked riffs with heartbreaking lyrics that would compliment any video part. We caught up with the artist at Echo Park to talk about embracing emo, writing sad songs and what the future looks like. -
7/20/2022
Skegss Interview
Australia's Skegss are the reverb drenched summer soundtrack you need. Read the exclusive Thrasher interview. -
6/05/2022
Beirut Interview
The music of Beirut has been featured in many skate vids over the years, most notably in Mark Suciu’s “Verso” masterpiece. Mark caught up with Zach Condon, the man behind the band, in this exclusive interview. -
3/24/2022
Tom DeLonge Interview
Angels & Airwaves was born out of Tom DeLonge leaving Blink-182. Here he talks about charting that band’s own path along with his thoughts on skating and UFOs. -
1/24/2022
Greta Van Fleet Interview
Using musical chemistry, the band members of Greta Van Fleet extract the essence of various classic rock anthems. They combine the parts they like and create a sound all their own. These guys truly rock and roll. -
8/11/2021
Mononeon Interview
The term "musical prodigy" doesn't quite capture the bass-playing abilities of Mononeon. It's more accurate to say he's one of the best to ever pick up the instrument. See for yourself. -
6/11/2021
Animal Collective Interview
Animal Collective blew up in the skate world when their song was used in Jake Johnson's Mind Field part—which is regarded as a masterpiece of skating/editing/music. The band's unique legacy and sound has only gotten stronger in the following years. -
1/18/2021
Thurston Moore's Interview
Thurston is a founding member of Sonic Youth and a guitar virtuoso. His various projects have created a rich musical legacy. He also has deep roots with skating and video-making. Here he describes the mutual affection between skating and his music. -
11/12/2020
R.A. the Rugged Man Interview
During his 30-year career, R.A. has occupied both the spotlight and the status of an underground hip-hop legend. His song "Uncommon Valor" is regarded as a lyrcial masterpiece and he shows no signs of stopping. -
7/15/2020
Run The Jewels Interview
Not many musical acts bridge the gap between hip-hop's "Golden Era" and those who seek fresh new sounds. Run The Jewels stands tall over this divide. Killer Mike and El-P already each had a rich legacy and their combined forces have produced something unique.
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3/18/2024
Out There: Rayssa Leal
From an unassuming three stair in Brazil to the States' most iconic 16, Rayssa's meteoric rise is nothing short of a fairytale. -
3/18/2024
The "FhortyS" Video
Our old friends from the Tiltmode camp and San Jose scene are back for a curb journey featuring Jon Choi, Matt Evs and more before a surprise part from the late great Ben Raemers. -
3/18/2024
Elijah Berle's "FA Berle Entertainment" Part
From popular spots to inclined cuts, Elijah puts together a masterclass on charging LA's slopes and rails with authority for FA. -
3/18/2024
Christian Maalouf for Globe Skateboarding
Maalouf breaks down the landscape inspiration for his new shoe and employs his signature pop for Globe Skateboarding. -
3/18/2024
TJ Rogers "Welcome to SK8Mafia" Part
TJ keeps up his prolific pace, putting down an unbelievable opening statement for his first part with the Mafia. If you thought that Firing Line photo was fiction, get the facts here.
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In The Mag
Congrats to our 2023 Skater of the Year—Miles Silvas! Miles gets the gang together for a trip down to Mexico City. Tiago, Ishod, P-Rod and Shanahan all make appearances. Talk about star-studded. More SOTY coverage includes: BA’s Rusty trophy on eBay, TNT’s People I’ve Known, Silas Baxter-Neal dishes on when he got it, and Tyshawn passes the torch. Plus—Gregson Mashes through the Baltics, Nike heads to NZ and the Swampfest gets covered (with mud). Not to mention a sticker sheet AND poster… Don’t blow it; get yours.