Even serious musicians need a good laugh every once and awhile, and after a year filled with touring, recording and releasing a fifth studio album, it must be refreshing to let loose. For Jesse Elliott, this release came in the form of an interview…with me. The These United States front man was nice enough to take time from life on the road (the band is touring through October) and get a little goofy with me as we chatted about his…

As we’ve talked about many times before, FIDLAR is one of those new bands you need to know. We showed you why multiple times and at Lollapalooza, we caught up with the Los Angeles punk rockers to hear the method behind their madness. Though the storm threw a wrench into all of our plans, we managed to chat with Max and Brandon about why they prefer house parties and moshing, and what it’s like touring with The Hives. DK: Was…

With her big blue eyes, dark hair, and diminutive stature, one would be amazed at the powerhouse voice and indomitable spirit that is the essence of Laura Warshauer, both on stage and off. Laura has that rare quality very few artists’ possess: She makes every person in the audience feel as if she is singing only to them. After her set at Lollapalooza, we caught up with her to hear about her performance and what she channels on-stage just before…

New York-based quintet Caveman has been making the rounds. Formed in 2010, the group’s debut, CoCo Beware, was released on Fat Possum Records in September and they spent the latter part of 2011 touring behind it. The band mixes elements of indie rock with catchy melodies to create a sound that’s enjoyable to listen and easy to rock out to. What you may not know about the band is that they’re diehard New York sports fans. Before their gig at…