INTERVIEWS FOR TEMPO/TAOS NEWS
Arielle Reyna Christian Becomes 'The Lil Mermaiden', 25 July 2024
Interview with celebrated local Taos artist Arielle Reyna Christian about her first one-woman show, "The Lil Mermaiden", in anticipation of its debut run at the local Wildflower Playhouse
Revolt Brings Pig Jones X To Taos, 11 July 2024
Interview with musician Eric Douglas Alexander, who currently performs under the name PIg Jones X, in anticipation of faer performance at Revolt Gallery's Outdoor Summer Series
Soothsayerz Bring Another Enchanted Evening, 11 July 2024
Interview with rapper Neight Larcen, half of the group Soothsayerz, in anticipation of their performance at Taos Mesa Brewing's Enchanted Evenings festival - where they opened for La Dame Blanche
The Land of Mañana' Comes To Revolt Gallery, 3 July 2024
Interview with local painter Benny Sanders about his artistic process in anticipation of the opening of the first show of his paintings in Taos
Taos Jazz BeBop Brings John Rangel To The Harwood, 27 June 2024
Interview with pianist/educator John Rangel in anticipation of his performance with a new Sextet at a Taos Jazz Bebop produced event at the Harwood Museum
An Enchanted Evening With Desert Prose, 27 June 2024
Interview with Marisa Ireland, of the local group Desert Prose, in anticipation of her performance as part Taos Mesa Brewing's Enchanted Evenings concert series
Chicano Batman at the Mothership, 20 June 2024
Interview with Carlos Arévalo, guitarist in the Los Angeles-based psych-soul band Chicano Batman, in anticipation of the group's Taos debut at the Taos Mesa Brewing Mothership
Taos Mesa Brewing Looks Ahead, 16 May 2024
Interview with Jason Wylie, CEO of Taos Mesa Brewing, about the 2024 concert season at its Mothership venue
Doug Lawrence y Sus Nuevos Mexicanos Bring Latin Jazz and Salsa to Daleee, 9 May 2024
Interview with renowned saxophonist Doug Lawrence (of the Count Basie Orchestra) about his new Latin Jazz group, in anticipation of their Taos debut as part of the Taos Jazz Bebop Series at Daleee at KTAOS Solar Center
Salon Sage Presents Art of Flying in First Public Concert, 2 May 2024
Interview with local hair stylist Susan Potter about her popular Salone Sage Presents Concert Series, and her musical journey through life
Heads Up Music To Host All-Day Music Festival, 18 April 2024
Interview with Mark Brumbelow, owner and operator of Heads Up Music,Taos' only dedicated record store, in anticipation of the store's yearly Record Store Day event. The 2024 edition notably included an all-day music festival featuring 20 acts
CocoRosie Bring Their Junkyard Witchez Tour To Taos, 11 April 2024
Interview with Sierra Casady, of the internationally celebrated group CocoRosie, in anticipation of a performance at Taos' Daleee at KTAOS Solar Center
Goathead Collective Launches Concert Series On South Side, 11 April 2024
Interview with Mika Lee and Jeff Englehart, formerly of Mercury House, about the launching of their new DIY concert space on the south side of Taos
Hayley Harper Headlines Final Sunset Series at Ennui Gallery, 14 March 2024
Interview with local musician Hayley Harper, in anticipation of the live debut of her band Maybe So
Roots and Wires Presents Finds Its Groove Again, 22 February 2024
Interview with John Henderson and Jerry Schwartz, local concert promoters in Taos who have operated as Roots and Wires Presents for over 25 years
Ph8 w/ The Bees & Locusts Release Their First Live Album, 21 December 2023
Interview with Cody Mirabal aka Ph8, Damon Young, and Naomi Gomez of the local group Ph8 w/ The Bees and Locusts in anticipation of the release of their first live album, "Swarm Weather"
Grace Kelly headlines the Taos Jazz Festival, 9 November 2023
Interview with Los Angeles-based saxophonist Grace Kelly in anticipation of her two headlining sets at the Ninth Annual Frank Morgan Jazz Festival
All That Jazz: Frank Morgan Jazz Festival returns, 26 October 2023
Interview with Eric Gladstone, the Taos Jazz Bebop Society’s director of events and treasurer, in anticipation of the Society's ninth annual Frank Morgan Taos Jazz Festival
Art of Flying Release Their Latest Opus, 26 October 2023
Interview with Art of Flying's Max Moulton in celebration of the release of the group's new record, "heartslaughter"
Ennui Gallery Celebrates 10 Years In Taos, 28 September 2023
Interview with Ennui Gallery's Sarah Hart about the first ten years of her gallery, and the celebration planned to mark its 10th Anniversary
Beth Orton Makes Her Taos Debut, 28 September 2023
Interview with internationally-renowned singer-songwriter Beth Orton about her creative process in anticipation of her performance with her touring band at the Taos Center For The Arts
Audra Rogers at Ennui, 21 September 2023
Interview with local singer-songwriter Audra Rogers about her history in the New Mexico music scene, and her two developing projects, in anticipation of her performance at Ennui Gallery as part of their Sunset Series
KNCE Named Small Market Station of the Year, 17 August 2023
Interview with KNCE Station Manager Howie Roemer in celebration of KNCE being awarded the New Mexico Broadcasters Association award for Small Market Station of the Year, and of Roemer himself for winning Best Small Market Morning Show as well.
June Swoons in August, 10 August 2023
Interview with Los Angeles-based artist June Swoon in anticipation of her Taos debut at Ennui Gallery's Sunset Series, part of a tour promoting her second record, "A House With Windows Open"
Anne Speroni Steps Out, 3 August 2023
Interview with local singer-songwriter Chloe Grace Caemmerer about the release of her first record under the name Dandelioness
Chloe Grace Becomes Dandelioness, 20 July 2023
Interview with local singer-songwriter Chloe Grace Caemmerer about the release of her first record under the name Dandelioness
Chicken Sedan Record Release Show at Soldado's, 13 July 2023
Interview with Cullen Winter, of the locally popular group Chicken Sedan, in anticipation of the release show for the band's debut full-length record "Thanks For A Nutritious Lunch"
Bryan Bielanski passes through NM on his never ending tour, 18 May 2023
Interview with National (and International) DIY touring artist Bryan Bielanski about his musical practice and the rituals (including a daily Tai Chi practice) that keep him going through his rigorous touring schedule
Goddess Fest Returns, 11 May 2023
Interview with local singer-songwriter Jenny Bird about the 8th season of her devotional music festival Goddess Fest
¡Radio Free Bassanda! at Harwood Museum, 11 May 2023
Interview with renowned Bouzouki player Roger Landes, of the group ¡Radio Free Bassanda!, in anticipation of the group's Southwest tour, with a date at Taos' Harwood Museum
Lil Renzo Finds His Voice, 4 May 2023
Interview piece with rapper Lil Renzo on the heels of a well-received performance at the New Mexico Hip Hop Awards