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Interview with Joyer
Nick and Shane Sullivan of Joyer talk about their experiences recording in Chicago, the inspirations behind their slight sonic shift, and their time living in various cities. Joyer's fifth album, On the Other End of the Line… is out this Friday, October 24, via Julia’s War. Read the transcript or watch the full interview with Joyer here. 


Interview with Bruiser and Bicycle
Nick Whittemore and Keegan Graziane of Bruiser and Bicycle chat about Deep Country, where their third record stands in the band’s discography, their collaboration with Jennifer Maher Coleman, and recommend some albums that’ll help you better understand the fabric of Deep Country.


Interview with pôt-pot
In this interview, Irish/Portuguese quintet pôt-pot talk about their debut album, Warsaw 480km, the group’s Ireland-Portugal connections, and the intersection of funk and krautrock.


PREMIERE: Buddie - "Stressed In Paradise"
BLIGATORY is thrilled to premiere "Stressed In Paradise," from Vancouver grunge-pop band Buddie. It's the lead single from their new record, Glass, set for release November 7 on Crafted Sounds. Watch the music video here and read our Q&A with the band regarding the importance of community, the new record, and the DIY techniques that brought the video to life.


Interview with Golden Apples
Russell Edling of Golden Apples talks about the making of Shooting Star, his musical inspirations, recording techniques, and the origins of the “Golden Apples” name. 


Interview with Wiring
In this interview, the Brooklyn four-piece Wiring talk about the making of Like A Porcelain Lamb, what influenced the record, and more.


Interview with Artificial Go
In this interview, three-piece Artificial Go talk about Musical Chairs, the Cincinnati scene, the band all living under one roof, and more.


Interview with Moreish Idols
The London five-piece talk their debut album, All In The Game, the creative hotbed of Speedy Wunderground, and more.


Interview with Silverbacks
Silverbacks chat their favourite piece of kit, working with Daniel Fox, their creative process, and more. 


Interview with Unschooling
The French post-punk band talk inspirations, favorites, and future plans.


Interview with Sprints
We speak with Dublin's Sprints about their inspirations, future plans, and Ireland’s burgeoning music scene. 


Interview with A Country Western
Philly's A Country Western talk their new album birdfeeder, the Philly DIY scene, and more.
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