On this episode of Truly Independent Voices, Garreth Paul speaks with members of the Wisconsin-based heavy metal band Zipper. They discuss songwriting, the art of the riff, and catharsis through moshing. For the featured song, they dig into Wasted Daze.

You can follow Zipper on Instagram (@zipper_wi) and on BandCamp (templeofzipper.bandcamp.com).

On this episode of Truly Independent Voices, Garreth Paul speaks with jazz musician Christo Ruppenthal. They discuss how Christo discovered his love for jazz guitar and how he built a musical life, piece by piece. For the featured song, they dive into Christo’s new recording of Get Out and Get Under the Moon.

You can follow Christo on his Instagram (@christoruppenthal). For all of his online resources, visit his website (musicbychristo.com).

On this episode of Truly Independent Voices, Garreth Paul speaks with composer and visual artist Emily, the creator of Elemental Soundworks. They talk about the music she was draw to as a child, how she started Elemental Soundworks, and how she crafts her music and videos. For the featured song, they look into Who We Are.

You can follow Elemental Soundworks on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@ElementalSoundWorks), Instagram (@elementalsoundworks), and BandCamp (https://elementalsoundworks.bandcamp.com/). Go to her LinkTree page (https://linktr.ee/elementalsoundworks) for all of her online resources.