Rising Artist Spotlight: An Interview with ILAYALI

On a winter evening in my bedroom, I sat down with musician ILAYALI (Ali Alqatari) for an intimate conversation about their artistic journey. The Saudi-born, LA-based artist has been steadily building momentum in the local music scene, crafting songs that blend ethereal alternative pop sensibilities with deeper explorations of identity, perception, and self-discovery.

Rising Artist Spotlight: An Interview with Coilguns

Photos courtesy of Andy Ford and Coilguns UCLA Radio’s Rising Artist Spotlight aims to highlight upcoming artists who have demonstrated unique creativity and talent through their music. Through interviews and features, we delve into their journey, influences, and aspirations, giving listeners a glimpse into the future of music. Initially hailing from the DIY hardcore scene,…

Lights, Camera, Shoot: A Conversation with Dan Froot

Written by Lily Stockton Dan Froot and Company is a collective theatre ensemble actively answering pressing sociopolitical questions. Their current project, Arms Around America, is a constellation of short plays about families whose lives have been shaped by guns. The project aims to engage audience members in a larger discussion surrounding not only what guns…

An Interview with Hello Mary

Hello Mary is Helena Straight (guitar/vocals), Stella Wave (drums/vocals), and Mikaela Oppenheimer (bass). The NYC-based rock band has made a name for themselves with three unique, memorable records, a Rolling Stone feature, and tours with alternative music greats like American Football. We met virtually for an interview ahead of their first headlining tour for their…

Rising Artist Spotlight: An Interview with The Internet is Dead Podcast

UCLA Radio’s Rising Artist Spotlight aims to highlight upcoming artists who have demonstrated unique creativity and talent through their music. Through interviews and features, we delve into their journey, influences, and aspirations, giving listeners a glimpse into the future of music. Rising Artist Spotlight notoriously highlights musicians who we believe are the next generation of…