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J.Hayes on the Radio or What Are You Doing Thursdays?

So while my pieces have been less frequent on ND of late, it is not that I have been idle. In fact much to the contrary, I have been busy preparing something new and special for any of you who have enjoyed my interviews, reviews and editorials over the years. This is not a departure from ND, in truth I have a number…See More
A blog post by J. Hayes - music writer was featured Sep 15, 2011

J.Hayes on the Radio or What Are You Doing Thursdays?

So while my pieces have been less frequent on ND of late, it is not that I have been idle. In fact much to the contrary, I have been busy preparing something new and special for any of you who have enjoyed my interviews, reviews and editorials over the years. This is not a departure from ND, in truth I have a number…See More
Blog post by J. Hayes - music writer Sep 14, 2011
Neville Elder commented on J. Hayes - music writer's blog post 'Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing'
"But good music is good music and the old industry mold is broken; you don't have some tiny window for your record to be successful, it's always new to someone who has just discovered it."   That pretty much sums it up. The…
Jul 16, 2011
J. Hayes - music writer commented on J. Hayes - music writer's blog post 'Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing'
interview from winter/early 2011 via phone thanks for the great comments, glad you enjoyed.
Jul 16, 2011
eli xul commented on J. Hayes - music writer's blog post 'Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing'
What a wonderful interview with a soulful ad intelligent musician. One thing missing is when and where the interview was done. Great video  and song.
Jul 16, 2011
Chris Q. Murphy commented on J. Hayes - music writer's blog post 'Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing'
great interview with a really unsung hero in the music world.      two small editorial/transcription corrections:  "Portnoy's Complaint" is the Philip Roth novel he mentions.  Yuka Honda started Cibo…
Jul 14, 2011

Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing

So alright, life happens.  I did an interview with an inspiring artist who I've admired for years.  Our conversation was insightful and I had a great time speaking with him… and then life happened.  But good music is good music and the old industry mold is broken; you don't have some tiny window for your record to be successful, it's always new to someone who has just discovered it.  There are countless young musicians discovering records like Bitches Brew or Electric Ladyland every day… and…See More
A blog post by J. Hayes - music writer was featured Jul 14, 2011

Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing

So alright, life happens.  I did an interview with an inspiring artist who I've admired for years.  Our conversation was insightful and I had a great time speaking with him… and then life happened.  But good music is good music and the old industry mold is broken; you don't have some tiny window for your record to be successful, it's always new to someone who has just discovered it.  There are countless young musicians discovering records like Bitches Brew or Electric Ladyland every day… and…See More
Blog post by J. Hayes - music writer Jul 13, 2011
Calafia commented on J. Hayes - music writer's blog post 'SoloDuo or One Beautiful Sound: LaGrimas Mexicanas by Vinicius Cantuaria and Bill Frisell - a review by J. Hayes'
Just saw these two last night at Yoshi's in Oakland.  BEAUTIFUL, as usual.  I really think Frisell will go down as one of the greatest American composers ever.
Feb 18, 2011

SoloDuo or One Beautiful Sound: LaGrimas Mexicanas by Vinicius Cantuaria and Bill Frisell - a review by J. Hayes

 Above; ecru and white, countless pieces drift down as if so much powder.  To the right, they drift to rest on the eves and window frames of a small cedar shingle saltbox.  Candles flicker in the front windows and sweet smelling plumes rise from the chimney to disappear in the ashen firmament. Just ahead, they drift to…See More
A blog post by J. Hayes - music writer was featured Feb 16, 2011

SoloDuo or One Beautiful Sound: LaGrimas Mexicanas by Vinicius Cantuaria and Bill Frisell - a review by J. Hayes

 Above; ecru and white, countless pieces drift down as if so much powder.  To the right, they drift to rest on the eves and window frames of a small cedar shingle saltbox.  Candles flicker in the front windows and sweet smelling plumes rise from the chimney to disappear in the ashen firmament. Just ahead, they drift to…See More
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J. Hayes - music writer commented on Kyla Fairchild's blog post 'Cee-Lo Green - The Lady Killer's got soul'
I have been a big fan of Cee-Lo since the goodie mod days.  He is in my opinion one of the best male vocalists of our time... AND he can rap and freestyle... which is rare (doing both well). His solo albums have been cool and had a least 2 or 3…
Jan 26, 2011
Dan Whitley commented on J. Hayes - music writer's blog post 'Absolutely Nothing To Do With Music - an editorial by J. Hayes'
I feel ya Jesse, can relate, you know that!
Nov 5, 2010
Will Pearsall commented on J. Hayes - music writer's blog post 'Absolutely Nothing To Do With Music - an editorial by J. Hayes'
Thanks for allowing me to give myself permission to...breathe.
Oct 26, 2010
J. Hayes - music writer commented on Easy Ed's blog post 'something about film: the anatomy of vince guaraldi'
Man, glad to hear this is coming to fruition. I worked with Vince's son on an amazing live release of Vince's several years ago... please visit the website www.vinceguaraldi.com to pick up a copy. I designed the packaging and did the brief…
Oct 21, 2010
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J.Hayes on the Radio or What Are You Doing Thursdays?

So while my pieces have been less frequent on ND of late, it is not that I have been idle. In fact much to the contrary, I have been busy preparing something new and special for any of you who have enjoyed my interviews, reviews and editorials over the years.

 

This is not a departure from…

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Chocolate Genius, Inc.: Marc Anthony Thompson and the art of abstract Impressionist Marketing

So alright, life happens.  I did an interview with an inspiring artist who I've admired for years.  Our conversation was insightful and I had a great time speaking with him… and then life happened.  But good music is good music and the old industry mold is broken; you don't have some tiny window for your record to be successful, it's always new to someone who has just discovered it.  There are countless young musicians discovering records like Bitches Brew or Electric…

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SoloDuo or One Beautiful Sound: LaGrimas Mexicanas by Vinicius Cantuaria and Bill Frisell - a review by J. Hayes



 

Above; ecru and white, countless pieces drift down as if so much powder.  To the right, they drift to rest on the eves and window frames of a small cedar shingle saltbox.  Candles flicker in the front windows and sweet smelling plumes rise from the chimney to…

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Posted on February 15, 2011 at 6:30am — 1 Comment

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Anil Prasad Gets to the Point with Innerviews: Music Without Borders: a review by J. Hayes

I find myself in the strange position, as a writer and interviewer of musicians, of reviewing a book by a writer and interviewer of musicians. So please bear with what may on the surface feel somewhat incestuous. And while Anil Prasad's oeuvre reflects a more subdued voice and approach, I am truly inspired by the results of his new volume (released this month on Abstract Logix Books).



Prasad has made a career on his own terms. Writing for Guitar Player, Bass… Continue

Posted on October 19, 2010 at 4:00pm

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At 4:40am on April 27, 2011, Steve HatchSteve Hatch said…

 

Hiya,

 

      As a featured contributor to No Depression, I’m particularly keen on getting your feedback for the following – Please forgive the intrusion if you don’t have the time or inclination to reply.

 

      I’ve posted the following to the No Depression discussion board – you can either respond there or alternatively drop me a line at shatchsurvey1@yahoo.co.uk

 

Thanks very much for your time

Kind regards,

Steve

 

 

 

My name is Steve Hatch and I’m currently conducting research for my Master’s in Songwriting at Bath Spa University in Bath, England (though I happen to be an ex-pat Georgia boy).  I would be extremely grateful if you could find the time to listen to the track (link below) and answer the 2 accompanying questions.  The more detail, the better of course (more to say in my final analysis) – but all feedback will be useful and very much appreciated.

 

Sadly, as this is an academic pursuit, there is a deadline.  Please reply by May 20th if at all possible so that I can have time to chew over your response and include it in my final write-up.

 

            The track: http://soundcloud.com/stevehatch

 

1)     Which artist/band(s) would you say the track is most similar to and why?

 

2)     Which genre(s) would you say the track belongs to and why?

At 12:14am on February 12, 2011, Rob Carey of The HeadlocksRob Carey of The Headlocks said…
At 2:17am on September 29, 2010, Mickael C. AlasevMickael C. Alasev said…
hi !
will be a pleasure to send you our new album "has a taste of blood mixed with dust"
for a review.
Cheers
Mickaël C. Alasèv

At 11:19pm on February 21, 2010, David WilliamsDavid Williams said…
Hi,
I'd like to send a copy of our new americana CD to you--can you send an address?
Thanks,
David Williams and Wildgrass featuring Kristina Murray. songs by DW, 2009 Emmy winner in songwriting. We'd like to send a CD for review, if you can send us an email address. Thanks!
danjo53@gmail.com
http://www.myspace.com/davidwilliamssongs
http://www.reverbnation.com/davidwilliamssongs
http://www.nodepression.com/photo/albums/david-williamskristina-murray
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/dwilliamswkmurray
At 1:56pm on February 21, 2010, Howard MandelHoward Mandel said…
Checkin' in, upon your friends request and stated desire to talk (email? -- off ND?) about the issues of my post -- Howard
At 10:18am on February 13, 2010, Paul MassonPaul Masson said…
J,

Thanks for the add. Hope you enjoy the songs.

Best, Paul
At 9:19am on November 10, 2009, DublinBluesDublinBlues said…
Thanks - great stuff you're writing!

Dave
At 10:09am on October 27, 2009, No DepressionNo Depression said…
Hi J - Welcome to the No Depression community! We hope you're finding everything okay. Please let us know if you have any questions or feedback (here are some FAQs in case anything's confusing). Thanks for joining. Cheers!
Kim
 
 
 

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