Articles
Here you will find articles and interviews written by Coyote Music staff, as well as assorted nuggets of publication we've garnered ourselves.
The Senseless Rebuilding of a Legendary Listening Room
The Cactus Cafe was Townes Van Zandt's "home." Lyle Lovett, Shawn Colvin, Nanci Griffith, and Ani DiFranco made their names there. Billboard magazine listed the Cactus among 15 "solidly respected, savvy clubs" nationwide "from which careers can be cut, that work with proven names and new faces." On January 29th of this year, management announced the Cactus Cafe's pending closure. The ensuing story is here: www.SaveTheCactusCafe.org.
A Million Dollars: Houston Hip-Hop Artist Cameron Giddings Takes On L.A. In Search of a Break
Cameron Giddings speaks candidly about taking his music from out of his home studio in Houston to the stage of the Key Club in Los Angeles, where he has opened for the likes of Paul Wall and MIMS.
The Power of Music (Pt. 2 of 5) ~ Rock ‘n’ Roll Church Service Truly Inspires
What I had initially, and admittedly skeptically, thought could be a watered-down church service ends up having a significant impact on me, and very likely more than just a few others.
The Power of Music (Pt. 1 of 5) ~ An Introductory Stream of Consciousness
Something that was said...spurred within me...this 5-part essay addressing numerous aspects of the power of musical inspiration.
Inspiration and Financing Overseas Tours: An Interview with Parc Landon Talent Buyer, Anni Lam
Anni Lam is the founder and of Parc Landon, a multi-faceted entertainment booking agency. She takes a working lunch break to visit with Coyote Music about her company, inspiration, and the naked truth about indie artists touring internationally.
Grey Holiday: An Uber-Brief History, from Small Clubs to Signing a Record Deal
Grey Holiday journeys from being a solid young club band to signing a record deal.
Asian Rock Fest 2004: Asian American Rock Music Comes of Age
Originally posted on www.asiansinamerica.org.
On The Road With Volcano I’m Still Excited!! (Part 1?)
Frontman Mark Duplass fearlessly negotiates interstate highways while conducting frank Coyote Music interview.
Life After Neve: An Interview with Michael Raphael
Many musicians would be content with having Jordana Brewster star in the video to their Billboard Top 20 Single, but to Michael Raphael taping that video was merely a brief moment in a career that has fulfilled childhood dreams and caused enough frustration to quit playing music almost entirely.
Asian Rock Fest 2004 Attracts Media, Capacity Crowd
Venue turns away some fans, organizer sets sights on bi-coastal events.
BMI Presents ‘Voices of Tomorrow’ Panel and Showcase
Coyote Music participates in AJL showcase; excerpted from BMI.com.
JohnKurzweg.com Interviews Wiley Koepp
Originally posted on Creed/Puddle of Mudd Producer John Kurzweg's website, this interview was conducted by Soundwerkz Entertainment and P2PBands.com Owner, Rob Gilmore.
Workers’ Playtime: An Austin CitySearch Live Music Best Bet
Excerpted from austin.citysearch.com and quoted on a 54 Seconds fan website.
Coyote Music reviews recordings and live performances, publishes articles and interviews, and promotes musical artists through consulting, press releases, and concert promotion. Founded in 1995, Coyote Music thrives on its honest, positive approach, and experience working in most all facets of the industry.