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By Marya McLaughlin, on May 14th, 2012 | Features NY based band Water Knot consists of four brilliant musicians and their unique blend brings an original, refreshing sound of music. They describe their music as a way for people to feel something where they couldn’t before. Anyone and everyone can form their own interpretation to Water Knot. After winning a slot at this year’s Bonnaroo, we’re sure that they’ll be gaining tons of new fans and listeners. We recently caught up with vocalist/guitarist Louis to discuss his start in music, what indie really means to him, and where you can see Water Knot next.
When did you decide to make a career/focus of music?
Actually I remember going to a friend’s house one day after school hours when his mom was still at work. He cranked up a distorted fender amp, plugged in his electric guitar and busted out ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’.
I then asked him to show me how to play it, so he handed me his guitar and showed me how to play the first chord. I must have made my choice . . . → Read more
By Marya McLaughlin, on May 7th, 2012 | Features Every unsigned band in the country will say its music is “awesome” and “unique,” but while many of these bands are wasting energy blowing hot air, Charlotte hard rock band Fusebox Poet is out proving itself to rock music fans all over the East Coast music scene. Impressing the sorts of fans that keep Foo Fighters and Shinedown records in their CD players, Fusebox Poet holds the line on a mainstream hard rock sound, adding flecks of indie and ’80s rock to create new music that still has a classic “ring” to it. Myriad influences and a shared drive to create and perform great music charge this band with the power to bring those sounds to life onstage. We recently caught up with the group to get the blow-by-blow of their amazing Florida Music Festival performance and where they’re heading next.
Describe the setting of FMF and your general experience, when was your set time? Who did you play before/after? What will you remember the most?
Fusebox Poet . . . → Read more
By Marya McLaughlin, on April 30th, 2012 | Features Tarra Layne earned her spot with the stars this spring, opening for Gavin DeGraw and Vanessa Carlton at the Origins Rocks Earth Month concert at Webster Hall in New York City. She is grabbing much attention in the Pittsburgh regional area, being recognized by Iron City Sound (Iron City Beer) as one of the best acts around. At this pace, Tarra Layne may just be the new broad bringing back pop-rock ‘n roll-soul with sass. We recently chatted with Tarra about her Origins experience, being a D.I.Y. artist, and where you can see her next.
When did you decide to make a career/focus of music?
I’ve always wanted to sing, since as long as I can remember, really. I would sing in the mirror and to my stuffed animal audience – beginning to write at about age 12. I dedicated all of my extra-curricular time in school to music and when it came time to go to college, I couldn’t think of anything else I wanted to . . . → Read more
By Marya McLaughlin, on April 24th, 2012 | Features The Northeast is known for quite a few things – specifically tons of snow, the creation of basketball, and some truly rockin’ bands. Check out the first 5 songs of our Northeast playlist and learn a bit more about these amazing Sonicbids artists below.
 Gentlemen Hall: Boston natives Gentlemen Hall broke out in a big way over the last couple of years. With awards for “Best Breakout Boston Artist” from MTV and “Boston’s Best New Act” from the Boston Phoenix, they’ve been turning heads all over the Northeast. And if you happen to get hungry after all the dancing their tunes inspire, you can even check out their signature smoothie from Ben & Jerry’s.
 Hesta Prynn: Described as M.I.A. and Miike Snow’s lovechild, Hesta Prynn is a true staple of the New York City scene. With static beats and a hip-hop attitude, there’s no way you can ignore this irresistible artist. And you’re . . . → Read more
By Marya McLaughlin, on April 24th, 2012 | Features Since summer is around the corner, we’ve been gearing up with tunes from the West Coast that make us think of sunshine and heat waves. Check out the first 5 songs of our West Coast playlist here and learn a bit more about these amazing Sonicbids artists below.
 Geographer: This California trio may have formed during a dark time in their lives, but their songs are definitely meant to lift your mood. With angelic vocals and soaring melodies over thumping beats, there’s no way you can’t be in a great, shimmering mood when listening to them.
Next tour stops:
8/10/12 San Francisco, CA Golden Gate Park Outside Land Festival
 Fences: The brainchild of Christopher Mansfield, Fences is the ultimate feel-good music for a long drive up the coast. And with friends like Tegan and Sara in his corner, there’s no doubt you’ll be hearing more from this masterful pop songwriter for many years to come. Stay tuned . . . → Read more
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Marya grew up in the small town of Maynard, MA where she spent most of her time searching for ghosts in her grandmother's attic, playing flashlight tag in the cemetery behind her house, and making mixtapes with her father. At 12, she began rooting through her older brother's CD collection and discovered her favorite band, Superchunk. By 15, she was completely emerged in the Boston hardcore and punk scene and decided that she wanted to pursue music as a career. In 2004 she moved to The Big Apple and started college at New York University in the Music Business program. While there, she got really into street fashion, drank way too much tea, and turned in all of her papers 2 weeks early (her friends hated her). Marya returned to Boston after college and soon ended up at Sonicbids. When she isn't working, you can usually find Marya playing in her indie rock band 
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