As Detroit’s transitioning rock culture births a new generation of heroes, Mexican Knives have reintroduced the gritty, dark, soulful sounds that built the city’s reputation. Somewhere between the worlds of untreated alternative-punk, grim roots-metal and excruciating Gothic-soul, the group has found their signature semblance. After a turnover of multiple members, Mexican Knives have…
Maestro Slatkin spoke with Detroit Music Magazine at the DSO’s Orchestra Hall to discuss his musical heritage, the digital age of music and Detroit’s unwavering spirit.
DJ Assault (aka Craig Diamonds) is a Detroit legend. Having grown up in Detroit during the birth of techno, Assault fused the worlds of hip-hop and electronic music to create a style he has referred to as “accelerated funk.” After more than two decades of music-making, DJ Assault is an international brand. His…
Danny Zott of Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. discusses the Detroit Tigers, picking an instrument and the generation of false starts.
Detroit hip hop breakthrough Boldy James discusses his new Alchemist-produced album, touring with Mobb Deep and keeping one foot in the streets.