The Refrain Interview: UNIITY

UNIITY is the new, genre-warping, Avant-punk brainchild of Raven Clark, a Philadelphia-raised artist currently based in Cleveland, OH. Her mission and legacy is the unification of the emerging scene of independent, LGBTQ+, POC women in punk. Raw, gritty, and experimental- UNIITY pushes the boundaries of what is considered punk music, pulling as much influence from hip-hop and techno as from black metal or hardcore. Distorted electronic beats and … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: UNIITY

The Refrain Interview: The Region

The Region is a hard-hitting pop punk/emo trio from the outskirts of Chicago. Their music is dynamic and heartfelt, blending heavy and melodic elements with nostalgic overtones. Some of their most notable accomplishments include being recognized by Alternative Press as Indiana’s rising pop punk band, performing in front of sold-out crowds in the Chicagoland area, their music being featured on ‘The Scene’ & ‘All New … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: The Region

The Refrain Interview: State Run Radio

A lot happened between late 2001, the last time Brian Schatzel was in a band, and late 2020. Donald Trump, following 8 years of our first Black President, made racism acceptable and divided our country more than it has been since the civil war era. Then the pandemic hit and locked us all away. Needing an outlet more than ever, Brian began playing bass guitar … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: State Run Radio

The Refrain Inter view: Fire By Night

Fire By Night is a modern rock band based out of Phoenix, Arizona. The project was initially created by long-time friends Chris Cleland (guitar and vocals) and Kailee Vander Maten (lead vocals) in the summer of 2018. The duo’s powerful storytelling is accentuated by mournful, tearing vocals and heavy-hitting guitar riffs. They were recently joined by the young powerhouse drummer, Faith Powell, and together, they seek … Continue reading The Refrain Inter view: Fire By Night

The Refrain Interview: Grasping At The Shadow

Anger, sorrow, and pain personified was the goal when creating Grasping At The Shadow. Consisting of vocalist Jordan Hanley, violinist Kimberly Hovencamp, bassist Margaret Applegate, and guitarist Daniel Avalle, the band strives to create a unique brand of Deathcore by incorporating violin layered in with death metal riffs and brutal breakdowns. With this unique mixture, Grasping At The Shadow is a heavy, eerie, sight to … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Grasping At The Shadow

The Refrain Interview: Xeila

Xeila combines the aesthetics of the dark and paranormal with the style of modern alt pop genres to create a haunting yet energetic world within their music. Xeila, formed by Ross Rocco, was a project in creation since early or mid 2020. It was heavily inspired by the artist PVRIS, wanting to follow in the footsteps of other bands and artists similar that would creatively … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Xeila

The Refrain Interview: Embers

Embers. The remnants of the fire that continue to burn. That refuse to die. That prevail, and glow, long after the flames subside. It’s also an apt moniker for the groundbreaking artist behind the forthcoming album: EMO SZN. Plenty of trends arrive hotter than hell and quickly turn to ash. But on Embers’ debut EMO SZN, the artist mines, illuminates, and transfigures only those elements … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Embers

The Refrain Interview: Everything But The Everything

Everything But The Everything (EBTE), the project of Bay Area California musician, producer and industry promoter Izzy The Gent, has released his newest single “Never Said.” Growing up in the Bay Area gave Izzy a taste of Punk Rock in his youth, but over the years he shifted interest into becoming a DJ and climbing the ranks within the scene as a notable club promoter. … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Everything But The Everything

The Refrain Interview: Faint On Call

Faint On Call, the new project featuring former members of Counting Crows, Laundry, and Onesidezero has released its new single “Pearl” on streaming platforms recently. What began as a collaboration between friends during lockdown has now manifested into a nearly complete full-length album, in which “Pearl” is the first of new music to be unveiled. The single, along with the album, was co-produced, engineered, and … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Faint On Call

The Refrain Interview: minimum champion

Minimum champion is the solo act of STFLR frontman Nick Lopardo. The project is a study of one person’s drive to write the best songs that he possibly can.  An undying love for the craft and passion for creativity are the driving factors behind the music. We had the chance to ask minimum champion some questions as part of The Refrain Interview Series. Check it … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: minimum champion

The Refrain Interview: Half Dizzy

Half Dizzy is a Melodic Punk Rock band hailing from Long Island New York. They blend hard fast rhythms with technical melodies and harmonies to make a unique and aggressive punk sound. The band is made up of Dizzy Doll on vocals, Dan on guitar and vocals, Mitchell on guitar, Nick on drums, and Brett on bass. Dizzy has a unique and aggressive voice that … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Half Dizzy

The Refrain Interview: Verse,Chorus,Inferno

Verse, Chorus, Inferno is a punk rock band from Como, Italy. The band started in 2007 as an “all star band” (with members from Staly Fish, Pankina and INhead) to fill in a tour that had been booked for another band. They played 10 gigs between Switzerland, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands and had so much fun, they decided to be a permanent band. The … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Verse,Chorus,Inferno