Displaying items by tag: Music Interviews
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5/15/2020
Hacksaw Interview
Hacksaw's music is not here for your enjoyment. It exists to pummel you into submission. We caught up with these heavy noise makers, but we were particularly curious about guitarist/skater Mike Hell's perspective and ethics of eating garbage straight from the can. -
4/24/2020
Cobra Man Interview
Musical act Cobra Man was conceived from the fire of skate videos but it has now grown into its own groovy, dance-music monster. The band's DNA is shared with the skate pscyhos over at Worble and their tunes are hot and heavy throughout the new vid Party Destroyer. -
4/21/2020
Soccer Mommy Interview
Blending genres of different musical eras, Sophie Allison AKA "Soccer Mommy" has crafted her own unique sound. She's a true songwriter and Atiba Jefferson had the honor of directing her latest video which, of course, involves skating. -
3/12/2020
Jeff Ament: Rock Stardom to Skate Philanthropy
Selling 85 million albums worldwide is quite an accomplishment. But Pearl Jam bassist Jeff Ament has another epic legacy. He has been pivotal in getting skateparks built in underserved rural areas including many Native American reservations. Here he talks about his roots in music and skating. -
2/20/2020
Orville Peck Interview
The mysterious performer Orville Peck has managed to draw a dedicated following ranging from country fans, punks, pop enthusiasts and everyone in between. Writing from the heart and keeping showmanship a priority has proven to be a successful combination. We were stoked to hear he's down with the mag. -
2/13/2020
Flogging Molly Salty Dog Cruise
A floating punk-rock festival adrift in the high seas? Walk the plank! Flogging Molly has hosted this epic cruise several times and this year they added skating to the mix. This feature includes interviews with Steve Caballero, Matt Hensley, Pennywise, Stiff Little Fingers, and Pegboy. -
2/06/2020
Gang of Four Interview - RIP Andy Gill
Last weekend Andy Gill of Gang of Four passed away at the age of 64. We were lucky enough to interview him recently to talk about music. Check out this interview from the May 2019 issue. -
1/30/2020
Kurt Vile Interview
Kurt Vile's music means different things to different people. His appeal crosses over several genres and his tunes resist being defined by categories. Here he talks about his favorite skaters and the parallels of skating and making music. -
12/18/2019
E-40: The Thrasher Interview
E-40 has the near-universal respect of his peers. Through his 30+ year career, his wordplay and creativity are now embedded in hip-hop forever. He is a Bay Area legend and we are stoked to chat with him. -
12/11/2019
Slash: The Thrasher Interview
Slash reached Rock God status decades ago with Guns N’ Roses. We figured the guitar legend would be out of reach for an interview. Then we heard through the grapevine that he was down with the mag, so we gave it a shot. The rest is history.
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11/05/2024
Thrasher Weekend: Vans in Austin
Elijah, Kyle, Pedro, Daiki, Trey and a packed lineup from Vans and No-Comply light up lengthy kinkers and put on a helluva show at House Park—Big Love to the Lone Star State! -
11/05/2024
In the Shop: GT’s January '25 cover tees and mug
You already know GT’s new cover is one for the books, but it's also for the tees and mugs. Get yours while supplies last. -
11/05/2024
Nico Hiraga’s “City Situation” Part
San Francisco’s native son levels up from The Bay to LA for Hardies Hardware. -
11/05/2024
Tyson Bowerbank's "Obverse" 2 Cents Part
The tech wizard outta Salt Lake City whips up more magic and makes it look easy. -
11/05/2024
Atlantic Drift - Episode 16 - Vienna to Budapest
The Drifters are back, with Tom and company unlocking spot after spot as they snake down the Danube from Austria to Hungary.
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In The Mag
Handrail heavyweight Jamie Foy delivers a knockout punch to the final cover of 2024—16 down, six up and the grind of a lifetime. We caught up with the former SOTY to talk handrails, contests, and terrain. We got interviews with Brandon Westgate and Chris Russell. Full Death Match coverage, and last but certainly not least, YETI took the gang on a wild adventure to the Oregon Coast. Heavy issue, don’t miss it!