Kam Franklin talks about what’s next for The Suffers
Kam Franklin, lead singer for the 8-piece gulf coast soul band The Suffers of Houston, TX, came on the Lauren Ignited podcast to share a few stories from the past three years. You see, three years ago, the entire band (which was 10 people at the time) all quit their…
Fat Rice: Fusion at its Finest
As found on the Fat Rice website, "Fat Rice aka Arroz Gordo" is the celebratory dish of Macau. Reminiscent of paella, Arroz Gordo is a bountiful, home-style, layered rice dish usually served to family and friends on special occasions. Fat Rice's version has jasmine rice laced with sofrito, chorizo &…
Sam Trump
Sam Trump is a multi-instrumentalist/singer/songwriter from Houston, TX, and has been a student of music from first picking up the trumpet at age 7. Since moving to Chicago in 2009 to obtain his fine arts degree in music, he has become heavily involved in Chicago's live music scene and is…
Grammy Nominated Raging Fyah Talk Reggae
I met Raging Fyah during the Austin City Limits Music Festival this year and was thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down and chat with Kumar Bent, front man for the 5-piece reggae band out of Jamaica. Stream: Give us some Feedback! Connect with Lauren and the show…
Meet Warehouse Eyes’ Christopher Gale
A few months ago, a friend of mine and I went to a SoFar Sounds show in Chicago. It was held in a beautiful yoga space and studio. Warehouse Eyes was one of the bands on the secret lineup and I loved hearing them live. In between sets they happened…
Word Association Games with Rockstars: An Interview Iration
As you may already know, I recently traveled to Denver to spend some time with friends, chat on air with Cosmic Cuts, and attend Reggae on the River with Staff Writer, Deb Carson. I was able to arrange an interview for us with Adam Taylor, Bass player for Iration. Deb…
How the Chosen Few DJs grew a Small House Party into a Two Day Music Festival
The Chosen Few DJs are comprised of Wayne Williams, Jesse Saunders, Tony Hatchett, Alan King, Andre Hatchett, Terry Hunter and Mike Dunn. They are a collective of friends and siblings whose love for House is undeniable. The Ignited Team and J Salaam of Sync Radio FM were at the festival…
How to Take Boss Concert Photos
If you are into the Houston local music scene, then you have no doubt heard of the creative and talented Daniel Jackson. He is often found behind a camera lens, talking about cacti or causing good-hearted mischief. Daniel and I met years ago through the twitter-verse and he has become…
Interview: Night School
Staff Writer Deb Carson attended a concert in San Francisco during the height of Pride weekend and interviewed an all girl band, Night School. Check out her diary from the night and hear from the girls of Night School! It was a Friday night in San Francisco. But, not just…
Curated Playlist: Matthew Davis Buehrer
Each month, I put my heart into one of my most favorite pastimes: crafting a letter to each member of the Ignited Fam. I search all over for the best tour announcements that I can share that you probably haven't gotten wind of yet. I hunt around on the internet…
Los Amigos Invisibles Interview
If you haven't already heard, Los Amigos Invisibles is headed to Houston this coming Tuesday, October 20th at Numbers on Westheimer. I interviewed José Rafael Torres, aka "el Catire," the bass guitar player for Los Amigos. Read on to hear what he has to say about the band, the music, NYC,…