Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

Legendary singer-songwriter Willie Nile joins us for a lively chat about his music journey, stories behind the songs, and famous fans like Bruce Springsteen and The Who — plus a whole lot more!

The New York Times called Buffalo, NY born Willie Nile "one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years." Uncut Magazine called him "A one-man Clash." His album Streets Of New York was hailed as "a platter for the ages" by Uncut. Rolling Stone listed The Innocent Ones as one of the "Top Ten Best Under-The-Radar Albums of 2011" and BBC
Radio called it "THE rock "n' roll album of the year." His single from that album, "One Guitar," was the "Top Pick of the Week" in USA Today.
Willie has toured across the U.S. with The Who and has sung with Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. As the induction program from the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame says: "His live performances are legendary." His 2020 album New York At Night got rave reviews, with Downbeat calling it a "sonic love letter to Gotham."
Check out Willie's latest singe "We Are We Are" now available on all streaming platforms! His new album "The Great Yellow Light" will be out June 20th
website www.WillieNile.com
social media www.Instagram.com/willie_nile www.Facebook.com/willie.nile 
About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.
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Brooklyn-based Charming Disaster is an eclectic duo steeped in the gothic humor of Edward Gorey and the story telling of folks like Tim Burton!

Brooklyn-based musical duo Charming Disaster was formed in 2012 by Ellia Bisker (of Sweet Soubrette and Funkrust Brass Band) and Jeff Morris (of Kotorino). Inspired by the gothic humor of Edward Gorey, Charles Addams, and Tim Burton, the murder ballads of the Americana tradition, and the dramatic flair of the cabaret, they write songs that tell stories about death, crime, myth, magic, science, and the occult.
Charming Disaster's music has been featured on the podcast Welcome to Night Vale, they have toured the United States and Europe, and have opened for Rasputina, Aurelio Voltaire, and The Dresden Dolls. Recent appearances include Dragon Con, Joe's Pub at the Public Theatre in NYC, the Rochester Fringe Festival, and the Coney Island Sideshow stage.
Their critically acclaimed albums include Love, Crime & Other Trouble (2015), Cautionary Tales
(2017), Spells + Rituals (2019), Our Lady of Radium (2022), Super Natural History (2023), and the singles collection Time Ghost (2024).
website www.CharmingDisaster.com 
social media www.Instagram.com/charmingdisasterband
www.Facebook.com/charmingdisaster 
About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.
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Global J-Pop Powerhouse SHIHORI: From LA to the World's Biggest Anime & Video Game Soundtracks!

SHIHORI is an international J-pop singer/ songwriter based in LA.
She's best known for her collaborations with Yoko Kanno (Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in The Shell:
Stand Alone Complex) and Kohei Tanaka (One Piece). She has written and composed over 130 songs for her home country's best known contemporary artists such as Nana Mizuki, Momoiro Clover Z, and for such famed shows as Fairy Tail, My Little Pony, Tomodachi Game, Macross Frontier, Ultraman, and The Irregular at Magic High School.
Many of her releases have made the Oricon Chart in Japan with 13 of her hits having attained Gold Disc Certification. Her 3rd single
"Never End Wonderland" which released after her debut in 2007 under the pseudonym "Sena," is her most personally meaningful achievement and ranked #5 and #8 on the Oricon Singles Daily and Weekly charts, in 2009.
Check out her newest releases on her Spotify page
https://open.spotify.com/artist/07vlETVQJk1RgSF2YCsrhr?si=zmliKAUOTjClhKcAikMoMw
website www.shihoriartist.com
www.Instagram.com/shihori94
www.Facebook.com/shihori.nakane 
About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.
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Indie Pop Artist Terra Renae has had a successful string of popular releases since being discovered by pop icon Macy Gray!

Hailing from Kentucky, Terra Renae initially pursued modeling and completed a doctoral degree before meeting GRAMMY award winner Macy Gray by chance in Los Angeles, which kicked off her musical career recognizing her undeniable talent. Macy Gray stepped in as Renae's executive producer, facilitating collaborations with top-tier musicians and producers, deeming her a protégé.
Renae's previously released singles have captured the attention of outlets like Voxwave Magazine, Naluda Magazine, Female Magazine, and Live Nation's Ones To Watch. In addition, Music Connection Magazine named her in their 2024 Hot
100 Unsigned Artists of the Year. Join Terra Renae on a journey through love, loss, and self-discovery with her debut album, All I Have, releasing March 7th.
Stay connected with her on Instagram @terra.renae and TikTok@terrarenae, and visit her website, www.TerraRenae.com, for more updates and information.
About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.
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The Ataris have a new single, a new tour, and a great story of perseverance and longevity!

The Ataris were formed in 1996 in Anderson, Indiana. The Ataris originally began as the home demo-recording project of lead singer guitarist Kristopher Roe and guitarist Jasin Thomason. The group were discovered a year later by Vandals founder Joe Escalante after songwriter Kristopher Roe met him at a concert. Impressed by his demo tape, Escalante asked Roe to put together a full band and record for his label, Kung-Fu Records. Roe then picked up and moved to California in search of bandmates. (Thomason decided to stay in Indiana), and eventually added guitarist Marco Peña, bassist Mike Davenport, and former Lagwagon drummer Derrick Plourde. Plourde was later replaced by new drummer Chris Knapp. 
We catch up with founder Kristopher Roe in this fun episode!
website www.TheAtarisBand.com
social media www.Instagram.com/theataris www.Facebook.com/TheAtaris 
About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.
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Avery Lynch is a viral indie artist with a unique voice and a great collection of story driven songs that have created a very loyal fan base!

Singer songwriter Avery Lynch
Often described as a "happy girl filled with sad songs," Avery's music is a masterclass in storytelling, inspired by her life experiences, the world around her, and the media she consumes. With praise from tastemakers like Ones To Watch and EARMILK, and a rapidly growing fanbase that's helped her surpass 400 million streams, Avery continues to showcase her gift for turning raw emotion into intimate, relatable, and quietly captivating songs.
website: www.AveryLynch.com
www.Instagram.com/averylynchh www.TikTok.com/avelynch 
About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.
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Viral indie artist Will Wood has carved his own path with over a million monthly downloads and sold-out tours. This May, he is setting out on his upcoming 10th anniversary U.S. tour!

While it may have served Will Wood well to fall in line with the demands many artists face when confronted with an unexpected viral moment, the cult singer-songwriter has remained defiantly himself. In the theater, Wood's emotive storytelling and standup intertwines with his widely varying style of music in a way that refuses to conform to either tradition, and when with his band his raucous "Tapeworms" concerts are equally unconventional.
His upcoming "Mr. Wood is Dead" 10-year-anniversary tour will be bringing both around the country, in front of larger audiences than ever before.
Will Wood is a pescatarian, collects stuffed rats, and lives in New Jersey with his girlfriend and a dozen or so rescued stray cats. To inquire about adoptions or donate to help cover their medical needs, visit https://linksta.cc/@SnooterFriends. (In partnership with Atlantic Critters Rescue)
Social Media: https://www.Instagram.com/willwoodofficial on IG for news and updates!
Website www.willwood.net
About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.
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Popular Indie Artist Zach Paradis is on his first major national tour supporting his new single "Hurricane"

Zach Paradis (pronounced "paradise"), a Cleveland-born artist now based in Los Angeles, has released his new single, "Hurricane." Known for blending pop, hip-hop, and R&B influences, Paradis began his career in Atlanta as a producer and engineer, before embarking on his solo journey. His music emphasizes honest storytelling and dynamic production, promising listeners an engaging experience with his latest track, "Hurricane." The track showcases Paradis' signature emotive vocals and thought-provoking lyrics, drawing listeners into a whirlwind of raw emotion and personal reflection. With a catchy hook and a fusion of energetic beats, "Hurricane" is a testament to his growth as an artist and his ability to create music that resonates deeply with his audience.
Stream "Hurricane" here: 
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/zachparadis/hurricane
Social Media: www.Instagram.com/zach.paradis 
www.Facebook.com/zachparadismusic 
 
About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.
Visit us at: www.MusicMattersPodcast.com
Follow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/musicmattersdh
For inquiries, contact: musicmatterspodcastshow@gmail.com
upport our mission via PayPal: www.paypal.me/payDarrell