3 Questions and a Song William Domiano

Emerging on the country music scene, Ashley Barron showcases her uniquely powerful and gritty vocals during every performance. Inspired by strong women in country music like Miranda Lambert and Loretta Lynn, Barron incorporates her life experience into her songwriting to create passionate and relatable music that embodies loss, heartbreak, betrayal, and the occasional crazy night out with the girls. She's come a long way from singing in her bedroom and participating in high school choir and music lessons in her hometown of Sacramento, California. After declining acceptance into the University of Arizona, she chose to pursue her dream—a career in country music—and vigorously began recording and performing. When it comes to her fans, Barron is an open book. In her music and as a writer, she is committed to being vulnerable and sharing her story, regardless of how painful. "I was taught to never give up, and if I can help someone push through a rough time, then I'm sharing my story."



Perseverance paid off. Her first single, "It Might Get Loud," came out in 2017 when she was 23 years old. In 2019, she released "Wrote a Song About It." The following year, her single "Beer in a Bar" received critical acclaim and topped the Billboard chart at #37. Her next single, "The Wind," a hope-filled anthem that embodies the spirit of a strong woman who perseveres regardless of the circumstances, debuted on the Billboard chart at #59 and was the second song added on country radio, eventually making its way to #37. Her single, "Let Me Go," was added to the Top 30 on the Music Row singles chart. Barron worked with the executive producer of Rascal 3 Creative, Jimmy Lynch, on her music video for "Let Me Go," which played nationwide on TCN, Music Choice, and GAC. Released in September 2021, Barron's self-titled album reached over a million streams in the first month. In December 2022, Barron released an original Christmas song, "Walmart Cart Christmas," which had more than 300 spins and was played on 40+ radio stations. During the summer of 2021, Barron had the opportunity to tour with and open for the legendary T. Graham Brown. She has also opened for other artists, including Dylan Scott, Maddie & Tae, Tyler Farr, and Craig Campbell.

About the Song, "Betrayed"

Step into Ashley Barron’s triumph and betrayal with her single “Betrayed,” the first single from her upcoming debut album, Checkmate. In this musical journey, the rising country artist invites listeners into a world where fierce moves are weaponized with melodies and lyrics that play perfectly like pieces on a chessboard. In this sonic game of love and life, “Betrayed” serves as the opening move, setting the stage for a journey of conquest over personal challenges, where every song is a strategic move and the ultimate victory is found in self-discovery.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUATOskt7UQ

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In this episode of "453 Questions and 2,132 Songs," we delve into the world of alternative metal with special guest Patrick McElravy of Seethe. Seethe, an alternative metal project hailing from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is known for its heavy electronic soundscapes reminiscent of the "Queen of the Damned" soundtrack. Led by the dynamic vocal prowess of Patrick McElravy, Seethe revitalizes the genre with a fresh perspective, setting themselves apart from their contemporaries in the realm of heavy music. Join us as we explore the creative process behind Seethe's music and gain insight into their unique approach to crafting compelling soundscapes.



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In episode 112 of 3 Questions and a Song, Microplanet takes center stage. Nathan Wilson, the mastermind behind Microplanet, is a solo singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from Cleveland, OH. He honed his skills in the vibrant Chicago music scene and graduated from Columbia College Chicago, initially studying guitar before transitioning to audio engineering to expand his creative horizons. Microplanet's musical journey began with the 2013 release of the Alien Savior EP on Grandpa Bay Records. In October 2020, under the new moniker Microplanet, Nathan unveiled the Three Leaf Clover EP, marking a fresh chapter in his musical evolution. With the recent release of the Outer Takes EP and lead singles 'Auto-Drift' and 'Painsucker,' anticipation builds for Microplanet's debut full-length album, Submerge, which has received a warm reception from listeners. Currently, Microplanet is on tour, captivating audiences across the midwest and east coast with their mesmerizing sound. Stay updated on their shows and releases by visiting their website. Tune in as 3 Questions and a Song delves into Microplanet's musical odyssey, influences, and future endeavors.

About the Song, Painsucker

Painsucker, the lead single off the debut album Submerge by Microplanet, a blissful wall of noise shoegaze song with textural guitars and vocals to get lost in.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqhNlcbmWis

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Formed in 2018, Goddamn Wolves is an indie rock trio from Raleigh, North Carolina. The band draws influence from classic alternative rock bands like the Replacements and Pixies as well as current indie acts like A Giant Dog and together PANGEA. Goddamn Wolves is led by singer/guitarist/songwriter Chris Weilding (formerly of Hedwig and the Angry Inch band Cheater), Laura McCullough (bass/vocals), and Drew Foglia (drums/vocals). The band has released three EP’s – Goddamn Wolves, Dauphine and Resign Yourself. The latter was recorded with engineer extraordinaire Missy Thangs at Fidelitorium Recordings in Kernersville, NC. The Wolves have also recorded three singles with up-and-coming artists/engineers Max Gowan and Travis Harrington at Found After Dark Studio. The latest, “Older, Slower” b/w “Everything Real Is Free” represents a new collaborative height for the band – with Laura stepping up to contribute more vocals and lyrics to round out the band’s unique male/female vocal dynamic. Goddamn Wolves continue to gig at local Raleigh clubs and played a Day Party at this year’s Hopscotch Music Festival. They are looking to play some regional shows throughout the South in the spring.

About the Song

"Older, Slower" was released on January 5th. It represents a new height in collaboration for our band. In the past our sound included a male/female vocal dynamic in the form of backing vocals from bass player Laura. Now the band has leaned into this dynamic with Laura taking on co-lead vocals and contributing more lyrics than before. This is a result of positive response to this aspect of the band as well as our love of bands like X, the New Pornographers, Versus and A Giant Dog. And of course, the song also features drummer Drew's famous falsetto. :)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sr5WorQTq7Q

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For Those In Question is an alternative hard rock band based in Pittsburgh, PA. Established in 2021 as a project between strangers, based out of a mutual love for mid-2000s post-grunge artists like Breaking Benjamin and Chevelle, the band eventually has grown into a five-piece outlet incorporating influences ranging from progressive metal to hardcore, nu-metal to pop, and more. Bringing each member’s individual inspirations to the table, and born from a love of experimentation, For Those In Question has launched onto the Pittsburgh rock and metal scene, crafting songs which feel both familiar and fresh.



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In Episode 109 of "3 Questions and a Song," we dive into the world of Witchy/Occult/Doom/Heavy metal with the band Bonded by Darkness from Akron, Ohio. Joshua on Guitar/Vocals, Raven on Lead Vocals, Jacius on Bass, and Nathaniel on Drums share insights into their musical journey. Explore their debut album, Obsidian, on Bandcamp. Connect with Bonded by Darkness on their official website bondedbydarkness.com and find them on Instagram.



Bonded By Darkness formed as a band in May of 2022 in Akron, Ohio. This original band is a mixture of heavy metal, doom metal, witch metal, and hard rock. Members include: Joshua Pitz- Guitar, Raven O'Reilly- Vocals, Jacius Pitz- Bass. Nathaniel Hoobler- Percussion



Founder of Bonded By Darkness, Joshua, began writing music with his son, Jacius in the summer of 2021. When Joshua and Raven's musical paths crossed he knew that she was the singer that the band needed.



Guitarist Joshua, has been in the metal scene since 2001. His background is in heavy metal and his biggest influences are Nirvana, Down, Pantera, Led Zepplin, Alice In Chains, and Black Sabbath. He's ready to expand his sound into new territory.



Singer Raven, has been singing for 18 years. Her musical influences include, Fleetwood Mac, Queen, Led Zepplin, Alice In Chains, and Alanis Morissette. Her witchy energy comes through her lyrics, melodies, and personality.



Bassist Jacius, is a multi-instrumentalist who is heavily influenced by Grunge music. His influences are, Nirvana, Korn, Misfits, and Down. His punchy low end sound and dynamic bass playing adds another dimension to their haunting sound.



The band has released their first album Obsidian, June 17, 2023.



Genre: Witchy/Occult/Doom/Heavy metal

Location: Akron, OH, USA

About the Song, "Hellbound"

Hellbound is song about finding inner strength. Often times, with finding strength, you must go through obstacles and difficult trials in life.



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