INTERVIEW - Sean Solomon

In this episode of Mixtape Hotline, we go back to the beginning with Bleach — the raw, heavy, and uncompromising debut from Nirvana. Before Nevermind changed everything, Bleach was born out of a specific moment in the mid-80s Seattle underground. We explore the musical climate that shaped the band…

In this episode of Mixtape Hotline, we explore the first three albums from Hole and the turbulent, polarizing career of frontwoman Courtney Love. From the abrasive chaos of Pretty on the Inside to the emotional intensity of Live Through This and the glossy evolution of Celebrity Skin, we trace the…

Actor, writer, musician, and social media personality Jacob Givens joins the Mixtape Hotline to discuss his favorite album of all time: Siamese Dream by The Smashing Pumpkins. We trace the band's rise from the Chicago underground through the creation of one of the defining albums of the 1990s. Alo…

For the 11th episode of Mixtape Hotline, we dive into Radiohead and the turbulent period surrounding The Bends. After the unexpected explosion of "Creep," the band found themselves trapped beneath the weight of a massive radio hit they were already beginning to resent. We explore the pressure, unc…