New York Dolls’ David Johansen – HuffPost 3.14.11

Mike Ragogna: If you had any advice for new artists, what would that be? David Johansen: Gee. Personally, I tend to live by my own advice–which is “If it’s not fun, it’s over.” So, just as long as we keep having fun, I enjoy doing it.

A Conversation with Ancient Astronauts’ Kabanjak & Dogu – HuffPost 3.14.11

Mike Ragogna: Before we get into Ancient Astronauts’ new album Into Bass And Time, let’s get into some of your history. Kabanjak, you’ve been influenced by the blues. So who were your favorite artists and songs that formed your musical taste? Kabanjak: When I was about thirteen years old, I started digging the blues. Blind Lemon […]

A Conversation with New York Dolls’ David Johansen – HuffPost 3.14.11

Mike Ragogna: David, what went into the recording of your newest New York Dolls album, Dancing Backward In High Heels? David Johansen: Well, we made this record in New Castle, England, we were there for about three weeks. The first week we were there, we did a few shows just to soften the crowd up a […]

Ancient Astronauts’ Dogu – HuffPost 3.14.11

Mike Ragogna: Do you have any advice for new artists? Dogu: Be open for music from different cultures or places in the whole world. It is always good to listen to old recordings from different music genres to catch a feeling for the mix of instruments. If you love what you do, then go on […]

A Conversation with Entourage’s Saigon – HuffPost 3.11.11

Mike Ragogna: Hey, Saigon. Saigon: Hey, what’s up man? How’s it going? MR: It’s going okay. What’s up with you? S: You know, I’m just out here trying to sell some CDs, trying to push this music to the people, you know what I’m saying? It’s a beautiful time for me. I’ve waited a long […]

Saigon – HuffPost 3.11.11

Mike Ragogna: What advice do you have for new artists? Saigon: Don’t put all your eggs in this music basket. Make this be your Plan B or C, and I would stick with plan C because it’s fickle. The music business changes too much for you to take it serious. Today, whatever’s hot could be […]

A Conversation with Brett Dennen – HuffPost 3.9.11

Mike Ragogna: Brett, rumor has it you’re one of the best singer-songwriters out there. Brett Dennen: (laughs) Oh man, I don’t even think about that. I don’t pay attention to that, I’m not aware if anyone says that. I know I stand out amongst my community of singer-songwriter friends, but I think there are a […]

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