In advance of their concert with Chicago and stop by Studio 92, Paul chats with Tom Johnston, John McFee and Pat Simmons of The Doobie Brothers. They talk about the early years, the current tour, and Paul’s small role in making their career.

WTTS Indy Underground producer, Craig Shank, caught up with Annie Clark, better known as St. Vincent, at the Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago. Annie followed up on her recent Tweets, talked about working with Beck on his Record Club project, and discussed filming a video with Saturday Night Live’s Fred Armisen.

Here’s Annie, Fred Armisen, and Carrie Brownstein in the video for “Laughing with a Mouth of Blood” from the most recent St. Vincent album, Actor:

Poor Annie. You can show your support by catching her music on Indy Underground, Monday nights at 8pm and Saturdays at 9pm.

WTTS Indy Underground Producer, Craig Shank, had a chance to catch up with Jennifer Turner from Here We Go Magic backstage at the Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago. Before their performance she discussed their latest album, Pigeons, their Indiana connection, performing at home and overseas, and their most famous fan, Thom Yorke.

WTTS Indy Underground Producer, George Drake Jr., spoke with Jon Philpot from Bear in Heaven at the Pitchfork Music Festival In Chicago. Jon discussed the band’s shrinking lineup, their perception to festivals, their songwriting process, and he attempted to pin down the band’s genre.

WTTS Indy Underground producer George Drake, Jr. caught up backstage at the Pitchfork Music Festival with Broken Social Scene’s Brendan Canning about recording Forgiveness Rock Record, the “Presents” projects, and…well…what’s next.

The buzz around Sheryl Crow’s latest, 100 Miles from Memphis, is huge. She’s been keeping busy preparing for the album’s release and working for some of her favorite causes, but she took time out to spend a few minutes with Laura. They talked about everything from Lady Gaga, to Cougar Town to her famous first boss.

Brad Holtz caught up with Carlos Santana by phone in advance of his Verizon Wireless Music Center stop. They talked about Carlos’ upcoming covers album, landing Steve Winwood for the tour, and…shoes?

Paul talked to local favorite John McLaughlin about playing Lollapalooza, his piano influences, and his new project. John appears at the Vintage Indiana Wine Fest June 5th.

Paul talks to Zach Veach. He’s too young for his learner’s permit yet, but he’s already an accomplished and promising race car driver. They talk about his iPhone app, meeting Oprah, and getting help from Sarah Fisher’s Dad.

Paul talked to Everclear’s Art Alexakis about putting a new spin on their older songs, coming to Indy for the 500, and how fast kids grow up.

The great Lena Horne has died at the age of 92. Todd Berryman spoke with James Gavin, author of Stormy Weather: The Life of Lena Horne around the time of that book’s publication and we present an encore presentation of that interview in honor of the singer, actress, civil rights icon.

Craig Shank talks to The Gin Blossoms‘ guitarist Jesse Valenzuela about visiting Indianapolis, politics in his home state of Arizona, and his new record.

Paul spends some quality time comparing favorite brews with The Daily Wort’s Seamus Campbell, co-author of The Beer Trials. Turns out, some of their favorites and some of the best values to be had may surprise you!

Sebastian Krueger is no stranger to collaboration. This Brooklyn transplant has worked with many indie heavyweights including Feist, Zach Condon of Beirut, Angel Deradoorian of The Dirty Projectors, Shara Warden of My Brightest Diamond and the Decemberists, and Bloomington’s own DM Stith. After finding time between other projects and obligations, Krueger has finally released his own debut album, Inter Arbiter, as Inlets. Inlets dropped by WTTS to play three songs and Sebastian sat down with WTTS Indy Underground producer, Craig Shank, to discuss his recording process, touring, and the importance of his collaborations.

Inlets Interview
 

Inlets – Canteen (Live at WTTS)
 

Inlets – Bright Orange Air (Live at WTTS)
 

Inlets – Pictures of Trees (Live at WTTS)