The Scene
The Gable Verse, the Gable Music Ventures blog, is here to bring you the newest and freshest news from the music scene in Delaware and the surrounding area. Our goal is to highlight the artistic diversity and talent in and around the area while encouraging community and support for the arts.
The Road To Memphis: An Interview with Jeffery Attakorah from The Blues Reincarnation Project
One of Delaware’s premier original blues bands, The Blues Reincarnation Project (Jeffrey Attakorah, Charlie Graves, Dylan Walker, and Michael Macartney) have been hand-selected to represent The Central Delaware Blues Society in the The International Blues Competition, a multi-day event held in January in Memphis, Tennessee. #TheGableVerse sat down with Jeffrey to talk about their jazz and blues journey thus far - all of Delaware is rooting for you!
In The Winners Circle: An Interview with ‘What Are The Odds?’
Wilmington-based rock band What Are The Odds? placed first in the Karnival Of The Arts Battle Of The Bands and the Summer Band Jam Music Competition and are collecting fans at an impressively extreme pace. #TheGableVerse ‘s own Sug Daniel has all the deets from their origins to their upcoming projects right here!
Coastin' Solo: An Interview with Weesho
“After being in a number of bands, local musician Julio Triado has finally set sail on his latest solo adventure under the moniker ‘Weesho’. We sat down with him to discuss his new independence, forthcoming debut EP, and latest single “COASTIN’” on #TheGableVerse!”
In His World: An Interview With Nico Bryant
Wilmington-born, Claymont-based Nico Bryant released his latest album, “In My World”, earlier this year - a studio album featuring a fusion of r&b, soul, hip hop, and funk, which he calls "Jukebox Soul". Sug Daniels from #TheGableVerse sat down with him in between shows, studio, and classes to get the inside scoop!
Interview: Grandeur is Shedding Their Skin Around The Region
Music, Grandeur, and Meatmen! That’s exactly what you’ll get as you are invited to shed your skin of labels and rock out without judgment at this local Newark band’s live music shows. #TheGableVerse catches up with Grandeur to find out more about their tour (and the Meatmen mascot too!)
Interview: Pushing Play With Impetus Records
Wilmington Indie label Impetus Records has been doing their part to bring Delaware’s music scene to the national forefront. We sat down with co-owners Diego Romero-Aros and Liv Forney to hear their story and get the scoop on what's coming next! Check it out on #TheGableVerse !
Around The World With Brittany Luna from Catbite
After their much anticipated headlining set at Wilmington Ladybug Music Festival (May 31, Main Stage, 9pm), Philly Ska Champions Catbite have lined up big festival shows all summer before a European tour as support for The Slackers. Our own Sug Daniels was thrilled to snatch a moment with leading lady Britt Luna to talk about the whirlwind touring life more on #TheGableVerse!
Capturing Delaware in 7 Day Farmers Market: An Interview With Death By Indie
Wilmington indie-rock band Death by Indie has had a short but busy, and electrifying existence. Now the band is touring through the Northeast with stops in Philadelphia and New York, then ending their run at Arden Gild Hall for the release of their sophomore album, 7 Day Farmers Market. #TheGableVerse snagged a moment from their busy schedule to talk!
Finding Salvation in Rock and Roll : An Interview with Sundiata
It’s on #TheGableVerse! “Finding Salvation in Rock and Roll” ; the interview with Sundiata, a rising rock star and producer raised in Delaware and now based in Philadelphia. “We caught this 22-year-old powerhouse in between projects to discuss sex, fashion, and rock and roll.”
Mixing The Paint: Interview With Grant Dawson
Our #TheGableVerse blog writer @Sug Daniels sits down with Atlanta-based and Milford, Delaware-born Grant Dawson. ICYMI, Grant has become a musical powerhouse, creating music since age 7, with over 7 million streams in the last year and counting, with countless collabs and tons of experience to boot.
The Band Of Your Dreams: Chatting with Brig Aurora
@Sugdaniels of the #TheGableVerse gets to know the winners of this year’s Summer Band Jam, local alt-rockers Brig Aurora, and what they have in the works!
Leveling The Playing Field: A Conversation With Gable Music Ventures CEO and Ladybug Music Festival Founder Gayle Dillman
Amongst music industry trailblazers making strides for women in music is Delaware’s own Gayle Dillman, our CEO and the mind behind The Ladybug Music Festival. Sug Daniels talks equity in lineups, Ladybug festival plans BTS, and seeing bands as small businesses w/ Gayle on #TheGableVerse!
Our Leading Lady: A Conversation with Nitro Nitra
Sug Daniels gets deep with Nitro Nitra, the hottest female powerhouse rockstar frontwoman from Delaware headlining the Milford Ladybug Music Festival on 9/30 - check it out on #TheGableVerse!
Moving Forward: A Conversation with Joe from American Trappist
Indie rock band American Trappist, has been hypnotizing audiences in Delaware, New Jersey, and Philadelphia since its debut. We at #TheGableVerse sat down with lead singer and songwriter Joe Michelini to pick their brains about their latest album and future plans.
Rising To New Heights: Interview with Ty Mathis
This young Newark, Delaware-born and bred multi-instrumentalist is on the rise and shows no signs of slowing down! We chatted with Ty Mathis on his start in music, his latest release, and his musical messages of unity, love, and hope on #TheGableVerse - ✏️by @Sug Daniels!
Connecting Coast To Coast: A Conversation with Run Carabao
Wilmington, Delaware transplant Isaac Jabola-Carouls was born in California but has been making the First State his new musical home with his new project Run Caraboa. We sat down with him to discuss his new music, the big cities he left behind, and how the Delaware music scene is breathing new life into his creations.
Singing Through The Pain; How Mariano Mallia beat the odds to continue his musical dream
Sug Daniels interviews Wilmington-raised musician Mariano Mallia about the struggles and successes of his debilitating vocal injury, recovery, and ultimate comeback to the scene - it’s all on the The Gable Verse!
Music to Move The Soul; Interview with Music Maker and Therapist Skyler Cumbia
We chatted with local singer-songwriter and music therapist Skyler Cumbia about how she uses her passion for creating music to bring families together and aid in healing in grief and loss.
Finding The Secret Song Premiere, Performance & Fundraiser
On the first of the year, a special event is happening at the historic Theatre N in Wilmington. From the creative mind that brought you the album ‘Constellations’ comes the Finding The Secret Song Premiere, Performance & Fundraiser. Expect an evening of …
Getting Motivated with Isaiah Lee
Newark rapper, author, and entrepreneur Isaiah Lee has been using some of his life setbacks to motivate and inspire those around him - Sug Daniels has the scoop for ya!