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Anyhoo, when I was first getting started, I did everything on acoustic guitar. I think being surrounded by all this junk is inspiring, scarily enough. I have vinyl records, VHS tapes, all of my instruments, and equipment neatly arranged, but it’s a bit tight. I do it all in this little corner of this bedroom I share with my girlfriend. I write, record, mix, master – the whole lot. “Mixed Signals” sees more of the same in terms of the songwriting, but I allowed myself to experiment a bit more with the melodies and progressions – a natural evolution of my sound, if you will. I wanted to make a “modernized” sixties pop record with “LOVER BOY” in an attempt to breathe a bit of life back into the “cheesy love songs of the sixties” genre, so you might be able to hear a bit of the influence in the lyrics and progressions. Brian Hyland did the Yellow Polka Dot Bikini song, which is a bop and a half. Connie Francis, Ricky Nelson, Bobby Vinton, Frankie Valli, Brian Hyland, and Dion were and still are huge influences of mine. I guess you can call that a guilty pleasure. As weird as this sounds, the cheesier the lyrics and melodies, the better. I think the love songs of that era are works of art… my absolute favorites are the songs that tell a sweet story, but have this repetitive, four-chord progression running behind ‘em…catchy as hell. Oh yeah, I’m all about that bouncy, sixties pop music, baby. You’re influenced by early sixties pop music.

We’ve been following each other for a bit now and I consider myself a fan and a friend of hers… we may or may not be planning a collaboration. I heard the new Honey Eyes single a day or two ago and really jived with their sound. Oh, and shout out to both Honey Eyes and Shannon (ambrosial). As for inspiration? I love spending time by the water watching, listening, taking in the sea breeze. You know, there was a point in my life where I wanted to dip to Los Angeles… and while I’m not completely against that idea, I think I’d miss the seasons too much, if that makes sense. I used to take it for granted until I opened my eyes.

Where do you like to go for inspiration? Where do you recommend all humans check out in Massachusetts? Have you had the pleasure of checking out Massachusetts artists such as Honey Eyes or ambrosial? It’s quick, and since I’m on the lighter side, I can pick up speed like a champion. I have this little battery-powered scooter that I’ve been getting around on. I’ll be honest though, I try to avoid the road as much as possible.

I swear, some of these people don’t know what a blinker is. If you ever stop by, I’ll treat you to a lobster roll. So, when I’m NOT hibernating, you can catch me by the shore, baby. It truly is a beautiful place when it’s not snowing… the beaches are incredible and my favorite part of living here by far.

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What are some of your favorite things to do in this state? Is there any truth behind Massachusetts drivers being massholes?Īs I’ve gotten older, I’ve started to appreciate Massachusetts, and the coast in general, a lot more. Mustard has observed that you are from Massachusetts. What’s happening, Mustard? It’s a pleasure to be here! I’m doing well, super excited to be doing my first interview… and with my favorite condiment to boot. Hello! Mustard is thankful to have you join them. Together we discussed their home state, their influences, their latest EP “Mixed Signals”, and so much more! Check it out below!ġ. Mustard had the pleasure of speaking with Massachusetts’s Robbie Stokes.