Articles by: Erik Ritland

Dan Tedesco, alt-folk rocker: Something Else! Interview

Dan Tedesco, alt-folk rocker: Something Else! Interview

Self-proclaimed “alt-folk rock” songwriter Dan Tedesco joined Erik Ritland to discuss releasing albums “horizontally instead of vertically.”

This Is a Tough One: Saying Goodbye to My Guy, Meat Loaf

This Is a Tough One: Saying Goodbye to My Guy, Meat Loaf

Songwriter Erik Ritland reflects on the impact Meat Loaf had on his music – and his life.

Tom Petty, Johnny Cash + Beastie Boys: Rick Rubin's Most Important Albums

Tom Petty, Johnny Cash + Beastie Boys: Rick Rubin’s Most Important Albums

A prominent figure in the histories of rap, metal, country, rock and more, Rick Rubin is the premier music producer of our time.

10 Songs to Break Your Heart This Valentine's Day: A Mixtape

10 Songs to Break Your Heart This Valentine’s Day: A Mixtape

When it comes to love, appreciation and fancy dinners, you can always count me in. But there is a shadow side to Valentine’s Day.