Conversations With Carswell

On this episode of Conversations With Carswell, I sit down with Errick Easterday, one of the most prominent photographers and videographers in the metal scene worldwide. Even if you do not know his name, you have almost certainly seen his work over the past decade through a music video, a promo shot, or live concert photography. As I write this, he is on tour with Knocked Loose and Metallica across Europe, and he has toured extensively with Gojira and countless other bands around the world.
Errick and I go back over a decade, so this conversation felt personal...

shy!!! is a producer from Shively, Louisville, Kentucky and if you've been paying attention to what's coming out of this city, his name keeps showing up. A placement on Jack Harlow's JACKMAN. Executive production credits. A beat tape in whatuuseeisallreal!!! that moves with the precision and vision of a full film. And all of it rooted in a philosophy of sound that traces back to J Dilla, community, and a deep respect for the craft.

In this conversation, Chris and shy!!! talk about growing up in Shively, what it means to find yourself in the process of...

Lady Laveaux is a singer, songwriter, and dancer. We talked about how music becomes a time capsule, capturing not just the moment you created it, but all the moments it soundtracks for people you'll never meet.

This time around I sat down with Coach Cam, Hoosier, Jettbaby Dada, and Kuda Baby just a few days before their set at the final No Comply.

This episode’s a little out of the ordinary — we had five people on the mics at once, kept it loose, and let the conversation breathe. So bear with us through any small audio foibles along the way.

We got into punk’s relationship with hip-hop, the histories behind some of our favorite artists, and just had a genuinely fun, merry conversation in the days leading up to one of...

Seth is the founder and guitarist of the Louisville Metal band Gates to Hell. We explore the guitar, drums, and discuss the next potential MMO from Square Enix.

Wy Lynn is the vocalist of xGaargoylex and the founder of the webzine Fleur De Core. We talk about lyricism, virtual Worlds, hardcore, and one house show that helped shaped our lives.

Cadillac Young is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter based in Shively, Kentucky. He’s a member of the bands Shitfire and Pleasures of the Flesh, and also releases music as a solo artist. His latest single, Blemished Apprentice, is out now on all streaming platforms.

Allen Vice is a Rapper, Videographer, Talented Editor, Producer, and Founder of Forest Green based in Louisville, Kentucky.

Señor Diablo is a Documentarian, Educator, Photographer, Filmmaker, Event Organizer & Prop Maker in Louisville, Kentucky.

Yons is a Grammy Winning Producer, Teacher, & Artist. We spoke about a wide range of topics as we caught up and learned more about each others experience in this ever evolving field.

Fadlan Sheikh is a Pharmacy School Student, Artist, & Producer in Louisville, Kentucky.

Hoosier is a rapper, videographer, & graphic designer from Louisville, KY.

Jorden Brooks is a rapper from Louisville, Kentucky. We discuss everything leading up to the release of his album "Skylar".

Church Friends are a band from Louisville, Kentucky,. Their members include: Trey Shapanus, Aaron (Shayro), Connor Hildabrand, Grant (Wonderkind)

Nise The Nymph is a Producer, Lyricist, & Artist. She has quickly turned heads in Louisville & New York hip-hop culture from her highly unique and lyrical approach.

Anna B is a rapper, singer, producer, model, host of the Talk 2 Me Podcast, and CEO of Lovely Ambition. We sat down and talked about what it's like being an up and coming artist, her time teaching kids & reminded ourselves of the importance of self care.

Dave.Will.Chris is an Artist, Producer, Teacher, Podcast Host, and Co-Founder of LouiEvolve Music & Arts Festival. We sat down and talked about what it's like teaching the youth, the challenge stand up comedians face & what it's like being a festival organizer.

Casey Powell is an Professional Musician & Producer based in Louisville, Kentucky. His solo work, collaborations & features span throughout all genres and cultures. We sat down and talked about the electric guitar & what it's like behind the scenes in the life of a professional artist.

Dom B is an Artist & Producer based in Louisville, Kentucky. His newest album "The Breeze Tapes" is out now everywhere music is sold.

Simileé is an Artist, Producer, & Beat-Maker. His newest album "Terms & Conditions" is out now everywhere music is sold.