AwkwardInterruptions

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions. Our tenth episode is a conversation with Paul D’Amour,an American musician and the first bassist for Tool. His bass sound is recognized by the aggressive picked tone he developed with his Chris Squire Signature Rickenbacker 4001CS, which can be heard on Tool’s first full-length album, Undertow. Paul now plays bass with […]

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions. Our ninth episode is a conversation with John, the owner and proprietor of Ronald Records in Vancouver, WA.Ronald Records was originally an independent music label started in 2014. Now a brick and mortar store in downtown Vancouver, Washington, theyoffer a growing selection of new and used vinyl records, cassette tapes, CDs,

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions. Our eighth episode is a conversation with epic NYC based band Codeine.They released two full-length albums—Frigid Stars LP in 1990 and The White Birch in 1994. The band broke up in 1994 shortly after the release of The White Birch, but has since reunited and is playing shows. Local music on

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions with Interstate. Our seventh episode is a conversation with legendary Portland, Oregon based band Floater. Floater was started in 1993 by Robert Wynia, along with Peter Cornett and David Amador. They are known for their progressive concept albums, stylized storytelling, intense live performances, and devoted fanbase. Local music on this episode

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions with Interstate. Our sixth episode is a conversation with entrepreneur and video strategistMarty Meisner of MMM Productions. Not only an amazing human being and awesome videographer, Marty is also an accomplished bass player, most notably with The Mayfield Four, a band out of Washington State that grew to fame in the

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions with Interstate. Our fifth episode is a post-show conversation with the infamous Afroman. Dominic and Afroman discuss his journey in the music business, and some advice for musicians beginning their climb to success. Local music on this episode includes: Yuvees – Penny Farm FeverSleep – Reckless Engineers Jayson Camp – She

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions with Interstate. Our fourth episode is a conversation with Brothers Cascadia brewing. Jason and Dawn join us to discuss their humble beginnings, the opening of their new downtown Vancouver pub, and their work in the community. We had a great conversation with them <3 Local music on this episode includes: Fluid

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions with Interstate. Our third is a conversation amongst ourselves. Enjoy the awkward <3 Local music on this episode includes: Tuna Head – Working Too Hard Growing Pains – Lemon Lime Every Living Beast – Wash Me Away Kulululu – Green Grass Orphan Train – Arco Story Fawkes Gold – Solid Gold

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions with Interstate. Our second episode features Luis Ocasio, aka Tenface. We discuss his new album Jazz Raps and muse on the creative process of being a musician today. Local music on this episode includes: Tenface w/ BMAN – Benjamins Tenface w/ Suave the Jedi – City Lights Part Time Perfect –

Welcome to Awkward Interruptions with Interstate. Our debut episode features Steven Deans, owner of the Brickhouse Bar and Grill. We also explore some great local music from the Vancouver/Portland metro area! Check out the artists and songs, which are listed below! Tigers on Opium – 82nd Street Harlequin Tiny Jackets – National Appreciation Day City