Archive - The Riff Reads

What Can We Learn From Jazz Musicians?

Swamp Hag on improvised performing and genre bending.

Aug 18, 2020 •

July 2020

What A Crazy Bunch

Asheville's Tongues of Fire premieres a spectacular live-stream.

Jul 31, 2020 •

Fantømex Makes Music Fit for Our Times

The NC-band is an unstoppable force to be reckoned with.

Jul 30, 2020 •

Where’s My Hug?

A trio from Asheville creates music that makes you hug.

Jul 29, 2020 •

This Band Made A Song After Borat

Space Heater makes jazz fusion that’s unique to North Carolina.

Jul 28, 2020 •

This Asheville Band Proves That Tenacity Wins

Ameriglow on overcoming a four-year hiatus.

Jul 27, 2020 •

Is Sheila The Next Big Three-Piece of D.C.?

The Riff talks with Sheila.

Jul 13, 2020 •

Fake Bodies is a Real Band

Talking to Rihaana and Ben of the D.C.-based band.

Jul 11, 2020 •

This Guy Has Been Rockin' Since the 80's.

Saint Tone has performed internationally, at President Obama's first Inaugural Ball, and more. We talked about his musical evolution over his career and…

Jul 8, 2020 •

If You Name Your Songs After Fast Food, Should You Make Commission?

Ty Sorrell's 'Fast Food' EP is worth more than all the Dollar Menu combined.

Jul 7, 2020 •

How to Bootstrap a Successful Music Venture Online

Kompoz founder Raf Fiol on doing just that.

Jul 6, 2020 •

Will Banana Chant Spark a 90's Rock Renaissance?

The Miami-based band wants to take us back to the era of the Chili Peppers, The Romantics, and more.

Jul 3, 2020 •

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