Turn It Up
Tête-à-Tête Jesca Hoop
Jesca Hoop couldn't get a foothold in the States, so she made music in England. With a new CD, she's back for another go.
Incoming: Lilith Fair
After an 11-year absence, Sarah McLachlan's Lilith Fair is fully reloaded for a new genre-busting century.
Tête-à-Tête Shelby Lynne
This month, Nic Harcourt interviews Shelby Lynne and provides new music reviews from The Courtneers, The Black Hollies and more.
Tête-à-Tête Natalie Merchant
Nic Harcourt talks with the erstwhile 10,000 Maniac about her renewed music horizons; plus must-mix music.
Tête-à-Tête Wes Anderson
A chat with Wes Anderson, plus reviews of Nneka, the Raveonettes, Maata Haari and more.
Tête-à-Tête Damien Rice
He usually lets his music do the talking, but we caught up with the politically inspired rocker to see what makes him tick; plus, must-mix tracks.
Tête-à-Tête Vampire Weekend’s Ezra Koenig
Nic Harcourt catches up with Vampire Weekend’s Ezra Koenig on the eve of their sophomore releases, Contra.
Tête-à-Tête: Ennio Morricone
Even if you don’t know him by name, you’ve definitely heard Ennio Morricone’s scores...and he's still going strong at 80. Plus, must-mix tracks.
Tête-à-Tête: Imogen Heap
Since announcing her arrival in 1998 with her first solo release, iMegaphone, Imogen Heap’s voice is everywhere. Step into her ethereal world; plus, must-mix tracks.
Jeff Greenberg
Nic Harcourt interviews the 40-year music vet about his favorite memories and revitalizing the Village Recorder studios in West L.A.
Greg Kurstin
Multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer Greg Kurstin has worked with artists as diverse as Ben Harper, Jane’s Addiction, Kylie Minogue and Pink. Now he's producing Lily Allen. What's his secret?
Jason Schwartzman
Nic Harcourt talks to Jason Schwartzman about becoming a multi-hyphenate, from his beginnings in Phantom Planet to scoring the Judd Apatow flick Funny People.
Tena Clark
She has written and produced for the likes of Patti LaBelle, Dionne Warwick and Aretha Franklin; composed memorable ad campaigns, like "Have You Had Your Break Today?" for McDonald's; and amassed a slew of film and television credits. But who programs Air Force One? Why, L.A.'s own Tena Clark.
Jimmy Smits
Nic Harcourt interviews Smits about his Latin music club, using music to emotionally motivate his characters and more; plus, must-mix tracks from Thomas Tantrum to Gabriella Cilmi.
Danny Boyle
Nic Harcourt talks with Slumdog Millionaire director Danny Boyle about his musical inspirations, his hit film and Bollywood. Plus, must-mix tracks and go-to gigs.
