Nasim Elyasi

6 days ago | atwoodmagazine.com | Nasim Elyasi

Rocky and Ross Lynch of The Driver Era discuss their passionate, emotionally charged fourth LP ‘Obsession’ and the often competing ideals of perception and self-expression. Stream: ‘Obsession’ – The Driver EraPick up a new wardrobe, a new vocabulary, new hobbies without anyone saying, “Hey, good to see you!” or “My, how you’ve changed!” Social media will undoubtedly complicate things, but you can reset your grid and hope for the best. This is a luxury the Lynch brothers cannot afford.

2 months ago | atwoodmagazine.com | Nasim Elyasi

Atwood Magazine discusses Franz Ferdinand’s latest record ‘The Human Fear’ – and its expansive undertaking of fear itself – with the band’s lead singer Alex Kapranos. Stream: ‘The Human Fear’ – Franz FerdinandOvercoming fear is an exhilarating experience. I think this is a life-affirming album because overcoming fear is life-affirming. It’s the best part of being alive.

Sep 25, 2024 | atwoodmagazine.com | Nasim Elyasi

Porches’ Aaron Maine turns up the dial on with his sixth LP ‘Shirt,’ making for a bigger, bolder, and better listen. Stream: ‘Shirt’ – PorchesAaron Maine’s project began in 2010 with grungy basement guitar, later adopting an atmospheric and abstract indie sound. At least, until 2021. His 2021 record All Day, Gentle Hold was louder, a committed marriage between electronic music and rock and roll. Through the years, though, Maine never lost his Dick and Jane lyricism.

Jul 2, 2024 | atwoodmagazine.com | Nasim Elyasi

Still Woozy’s Sven Gamsky connects with Atwood Magazine to discuss his second record ‘Loveseat,’ a warmhearted collection of tracks about those who mean the most to him. Stream: ‘Loveseat’ – Still WoozyHis magic was found in his production, exciting and familiar all at once, infecting well-known and well-loved bedroom pop with fidgety guitar riffs and sleepy vocals.

Jun 27, 2024 | atwoodmagazine.com | Nasim Elyasi

Mike Calabrese and Akie Bermiss of Lake Street Dive join Atwood Magazine to discuss all things ‘Good Together,’ particularly the interesting and innovative writing process behind the band’s eighth album. Stream: ‘Good Together’ – Lake Street DiveSongs don’t break down entrenched historical barriers, but they support the idea of starting small. It’s very metaphorical, and I hope it’s what we do as a band.