Mind Equals Blown

MEB staffer Ridge Briel and friend Anthony Matthews (who helped write part of the interview) recently caught up with Rou Reynolds and Rory Clewlow of Enter Shikari to discuss the overall message that their music consists of, what people should be doing to make the world a better place, the meanings behind their symbols, and

While supporting Deaf Havana on their current tour in the United Kingdom, Nick Diener, lead singer and rhythm guitarist for punk-rock act The Swellers, spoke with Mind Equals Blown to discuss their latest album, their separation with longtime affiliates Fueled By Ramen, their new music video and the future of the band as a whole. MEB: So as of right

MEB staffer Ridge Briel recently caught up with Cameron Argon AKA Big Chocolate about the new Disfiguring the Goddess album and the story behind it. He also touches on his past history with the numerous bands his name has been associated with over the years and how he rocks a flower guitar. MEB: As a man

MEB staffer Austin Gordon recently got the opportunity to hang out with synth-pop wonder Lights and talk to her about her current tour, her new record Siberia, the music industry, apple pie, and more! MEB: So let’s start this off with the obligatory “How’s the tour going” question. How has the turnout been? Lights: It’s

MEB staffer Austin Gordon recently caught up with the guys of Denton TX indie-rock outfit Valise to discuss their experiences recording their Dreamcatcher EP, their upcoming new full-length record, brotherly love, and more. MEB: How did the line-up of you guys assimilate together? Vince: It actually started off in the studio, we didn’t think we

Fresh off of a US tour and on the eve of worldwide touring (including a huge Wembley Arena show in London) Frank Turner took a minute to talk with MEB about tour life, his next album and his upcoming hardcore side project. MEB: First off, it looks like you are booked through August as far

I recently talked to Whitechapel drummer Ben Harclerode on the band’s headlining tour, the Recorruptour, with support from Miss May I, After The Burial, The Plot In You, and Structures. We talked about his journey to becoming a member in Whitechapel and the band’s upcoming record, his first since joining the band. So I hear

Older readers might recall Chicago natives August Premier back from their days as a member of the quickly growing Fueled By Ramen roster. Now, recently reunited, August Premier are set to release their new album on Pacific Ridge Records. I recently sat down (behind my computer) with Mickey Molinari and Chris Rogner to discuss the band’s