Location: Charlestown/Boston, Mass. Chillhouse is a purpose built 2 level recording studio in a storefront/building in a neighborhood and business district in Boston. Notable Artists: Pixies,Dead Can Dance, Toasters, Banks and Steelz, Fall Out Boy, Rhett Miller, Ryan Montbleau, Hayley Thompson-King, Wanito, Floramay Holliday, The New Bohemians, Shelly King, The Skatalites, Berklee College of Music, […]
Monday Morning Video – Celebrating Two Greats
We lost two great architects of rock and roll last week with the passing of Brian Wilson and Sly Stone. Each pursued a singular vision and leave behind tremendous musical legacies. Here is but a taste of their greatness. “God Only Knows” and “I Just Wasn’t Made For These Times” from Wilson and “Everyday People” […]
Song Premiere: Katie & The Honky Tonks – Women of Country Music
We at Twangville are excited to be premiering a song by Katie and the Honky Tonks. The song is off of their highly anticipated debut album, Ain’t No Shame, out June 27th. The title of the song is Women of Country Music and it will be released on June 6th. This track is pure Classic […]
Studio Spotlight/The Fidelitorium, Mitch Easter
In late 2009 and into 2010 I had the opportunity to record at the Fidelitorium with Mitch Easter with my band American Gun, and with my friend Paul’s band faster stereo. I also was able to go up for a couple of other sessions Paul was producing just to be a fly on the wall. […]
Monday Morning Video – Jill Sobule (1959 – 2025)
Jill Sobule was a musician’s musician, a songwriter’s songwriter, revered by peers and fans alike for her singular blend of folk-pop melodies, sharp wit, and fearless social commentary. Sobule died in a tragic house fire on May 1st, leaving behind a remarkable musical legacy of songs that were as funny as they were unflinching, weaving […]
Monday Morning Video – Mike Peters (1959 – 2025)
There are numerous songs about having a rock and roll heart. Mike Peters didn’t need to write one – his rock and roll heart infused every song that he wrote. Peters passed away last week after a 30 – yes 30 – year battle with cancer. If that doesn’t speak to the strength of Peter’s […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Emily Zuzik – The Case for Slowing Down
We at Twangville are excited to premiere the video for a new song by Emily Zuzik – The Case for Slowing Down Emily Zuzik is from Los Angeles where she is active in the local independent music scene. However she is also a bit of a renaissance woman. In addition to being a talented songwriter […]
Studio Spotlight/Cowboy Technical Services Recording Rig, Eric Ambel
This month we’re talking with Eric Ambel who was kind enough to do our interview. I originally knew about Eric from his guitar slinging with Steve Earle but then learned of his prowess with The Del-Lords, The Yahoos and Joan Jett. These days he may be found on stage with Boston’s Sarah Borges or in […]
SXSW 2025: Say What?!
One of my favorite things about SXSW (well, after the music) are the crazy comments that you hear along the way. Here are a few choice selections from SXSW 2025. I’m from the Brian Eno school of music. What is out of tune? It’s just choices. St. Vincent If you can’t tell, I have my […]
SXSW 2025: The Sounds, Part 3
ST. VINCENT It’s hard to beat a surprise set by St. Vincent, all the more so when it takes place at a Rivian showroom. The set was short but potent, including a few from her most recent album. And thanks, Rivian, for the limited edition vinyl of said release. WILLI CARLISLE Although he’s been on […]