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On today's new episode of The Tonearm podcast, we welcome Zeena Parkins — composer, multi-instrumentalist, and one of the most distinctive voices in experimental music — for a wide-ranging conversation that moves from the closing of Mills College to the making of a one-of-a-kind electric harp …

Zeena Parkins on the Harp, Improvisation, and Mills CollegeComposer and harpist Zeena Parkins discusses her electric harp, new record Lament for the Maker, composing for dance, and the closing of Mills College.podcast.thetonearm.com

Today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast features composer and multi-instrumentalist Erik Hall discussing 'Solo Three,' the concluding chapter of his trilogy of solo reinterpretations of contemporary classical works … @erikhallmusic.bsky.social

Erik Hall on Solo Three and American MinimalismComposer and multi-instrumentalist Erik Hall discusses Solo Three, his trilogy-closing reinterpretation of works by Reich, Branca, Palestine, and Spiegel.podcast.thetonearm.com

Today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast features a conversation with Toronto saxophonist Patrick Smith about 'Words Underlined,' his trio record with guitarist Dan Pitt + drummer Lowell Whitty — and the first release on an imprint launched by beloved Toronto bookstore Sellers & Newell. #jazzsky

Patrick Smith: Jazz Trio, Tone & Toronto's New LabelSaxophonist Patrick Smith talks his new trio record Words Underlined, the Sellers & Newell bookstore label, mentorship, and making creative music in Toronto.podcast.thetonearm.com

On today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast, artist Stephen Vitiello joins us to discuss his latest collaboration with Lawrence English, the album 'Trinity,' which features unique contributions from Brendan Canty, Chris Abrahams, Marina Rosenfeld, Aki Onda, and the late Steve Roden. …

Stephen Vitiello on Sound Art, Collaboration, and TrinitySound artist Stephen Vitiello discusses his album Trinity with Lawrence English, ethical collaboration, World Trade Center recordings, and punk's DIY influence.podcast.thetonearm.com

behold — a handy recap of the past week on The Tonearm in newsletter format (Liam Kazar! KMRU! Fausto Romitelli! wavepool! Stephen Vitiello!), plus some bonus nuggets from our interview with @room40.bsky.social (click it) → www.thetonearm.com/r/82608e36?m...

Drifting Through and the Voyage DownThis week: Lawrence English, Liam Kazar, KMRU meets Joseph Kamaru, and much more. Plus some thought-provoking nuggets rescued from the cutting room floor.www.thetonearm.com

On today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast, we're joined by Australian composer and sound artist Lawrence English to discuss his philosophy of relational listening, the 25th anniversary of his label Room40, and his new collaborative album, 'Trinity', with Stephen Vitiello … @room40.bsky.social

Lawrence English: Relational Listening and Room40's 25 YearsComposer Lawrence English discusses his listening theory, Trinity collaboration, Room40's anniversary, and why nostalgia threatens the future.podcast.thetonearm.com

'Cavejaz' finds the Brazilian guitarist collaborating with UAKTI percussionist Paulo Santos, Japanese tabla master U-zhaan, and Los Angeles percussionist Tiki Pasillas on an album that privileges listening and space over the virtuosity his tradition demands. Fabiano do Nascimento's Quiet Guitar:

Fabiano do Nascimento's Quiet Guitar | The Tonearm'Cavejaz' finds the Brazilian guitarist collaborating with UAKTI percussionist Paulo Santos, Japanese tabla master U-zhaan, and Los Angeles percussionist Tiki Pasillas on an album that privileges listening and space over the virtuosity his tradition demands.www.thetonearm.com

Today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast features Vancouver-based pianist and composer Noah Franche-Nolan, here to talk about his new trio album 'Rose-Anna'. In addition to discussing the album's quiet spiritual component, Noah tells us about the Toronto jazz scene that shaped him … #JazzSky

Noah Franche-Nolan on Rose-Anna, Faith, and the Jazz ScenePianist Noah Franche-Nolan discusses his album Rose-Anna, composing for silent film, church gigs, and what keeps the Canadian jazz scene alive.podcast.thetonearm.com

Voting NO on the DHS funding bill is the bare minimum. Backing Kristi Noem’s impeachment is the bare minimum. Holding law-breaking ICE agents legally accountable is the bare minimum. ICE is beyond reform. Abolish it.

Join us on today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast for a conversation with John Mlynczak, President and CEO of NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants), as he shares his path from trumpet player to educator to leader of the music industry's largest trade organization …

John Mlynczak: NAMM's Evolution & Music AdvocacyNAMM CEO John Mlynczak on transforming the trade show from booth sales to brand experiences, music education advocacy, and generating 39M content views.podcast.thetonearm.com

From producing Galaxie 500 and Low to his new ambient masterwork '...and the crimson moon whispers goodbye,' Shimmy-Disc founder Kramer reflects on spontaneous composition, the spiritual dimensions of reverb, and finally achieving his personal 'Rothko Chapel.' A Conversation with Kramer:

Don't Fear the Reverb — A Conversation with KramerFrom producing Galaxie 500 and Low to his new ambient masterwork '...and the crimson moon whispers goodbye,' the musician and Shimmy-Disc founder reflects on spontaneous composition, the spiritual dimensions of reverb, and finally achieving his personal 'Rothko Chapel.'www.thetonearm.com

Today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast features vibraphonist, marimbist, and composer Patricia Brennan discussing her stunning new album 'Of The Near And Far' on which she uses constellations as the foundation for compositions that blend jazz, classical, and post-rock … #JazzSky

Patricia Brennan: Vibraphone, Astronomy & New CompositionsVibraphonist Patricia Brennan discusses her constellation-based compositional system, blending jazz, classical, and alt-rock on Of The Near And Far.podcast.thetonearm.com

his name is Jonathan Ross and he shouldn't get a good night's sleep for the rest of his life www.startribune.com/ice-agent-wh...

Star Tribune identifies ICE agent who fatally shot woman in MinneapolisJonathan Ross was dragged in a separate incident last year by a fleeing driver, according to court records.www.startribune.com

In today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast, jazz drummer and composer Phil Haynes discusses Free Country's latest album, 'Liberty Now!' and how the sessions led to an unintentional protest record, shaped by the unexpected death of trumpeter Herb Robertson and the aftermath of the 2024 election …

Phil Haynes: Banging the Drum for Liberty NowPhil Haynes: Banging the Drum for Liberty Now page for The Tonearmpodcast.thetonearm.com

On today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast, we're joined by composer and violinist Bryan Senti. He discusses his album 'La Marea,' a deeply personal exploration of migration, family history, and cultural identity … Bryan on Bluesky → @bryansenti.bsky.social

Bryan Senti: Strings, Migration, and Finding HomeBryan Senti: Strings, Migration, and Finding Home page for The Tonearmpodcast.thetonearm.com

Our recent episode of The Tonearm Podcast featuring Wilco guitarist Nels Cline is already a listener-favorite. This holiday season, we thought it might be fun to give you even more. So we are excited to bring you another conversation with Nels, this one from the Wilco Will Love You Podcast. Enjoy!

Holiday Bonus: Nels Cline on the Wilco Will Love You PodcastHoliday Bonus: Nels Cline on the Wilco Will Love You Podcast page for The Tonearmpodcast.thetonearm.com

On today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast, author Graham St. John joins us to discuss his new biography 'Strange Attractor: The Hallucinatory Life of Terence McKenna,' wherein St. John chronicles one of the most celebrated yet least understood figures of the late twentieth century …

Graham St. John: Terence McKenna's Hallucinatory LifeCultural anthropologist Graham St. John discusses his biography of psychedelic philosopher Terence McKenna, exploring DMT, rave culture, and the archaic revival.podcast.thetonearm.com

Today's new episode of The Tonearm Podcast features blind jazz pianist Marcus Roberts discussing his work solving latency issues for remote musical collaboration, his views on AI and technology in the arts, and the importance of authentic expression in music… #jazzsky

Marcus Roberts: Jazz Piano and Technology's PromiseBlind jazz pianist Marcus Roberts on solving latency for remote collaboration, AI ethics, accessibility tech, and authentic expression in music.podcast.thetonearm.com

Berlin-based composer + sound engineer Bridget Ferrill's album 'Domschatzkammer' refracts instruments through each other, slows a Bach chorale beyond recognition, and transforms the harp into an emotional outlet bent by catastrophe. The Flesh of Sound — Bridget Ferrill Finds Beauty in the Tension:

Bridget Ferrill Finds Beauty in Tension | The TonearmThe Berlin-based composer's album 'Domschatzkammer' refracts instruments through one another, slows a Bach chorale beyond recognition, and transforms the harp into an emotional outlet shaped by catastrophe.www.thetonearm.com

Today, multi-instrumentalist and composer Ned Rothenberg joins The Tonearm Podcast to discuss his first solo album in 13 years, 'Looms and Legends.' Rothenberg explores his development of a personal musical language across alto saxophone, clarinets, and shakuhachi flute … #jazzsky

Ned Rothenberg: Solo Improvisation in Bizarre TimesMulti-instrumentalist Ned Rothenberg discusses his first solo album in 13 years, extended techniques, and creating the indigenous sound of an undiscovered country.podcast.thetonearm.com