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The Self Portrait Gospel is both an online publication and a weekly podcast dedicated to showcasing the diverse creative approaches and attitudes of inspiring individuals in the world of music and the arts.
The Danny Paul Grody Interview
Danny Paul Grody is a founding member of both San Francisco based bands Tarenteland The Drift. He is a self taught guitarist, and the melodies at the core of Danny’s songwriting bring to mind his love of West African kora, Takoma style fingerpicking and all things minimal, repetitive and hypnotic
The Buck Curran Interview
Since 2005, Buck Curran (of the duo Arborea) has recorded and performed around the World as one half of the alt-folk duo Arborea who has released five albums, and produced two various- artist compilations (Leaves of Life: a benefit for the World Food Program and We Are All One, In the Sun: a tribute to Robbie Basho. He is also a guitar builder, writer and painter.
The Michael James Tapscott Interview
Michael James Tapscott is an Bay Area-based musician and songwriter. Since 2004 he has been recording and performing under the names Odawas; More Animals of the Arctic; Royal Geography Society; China the band; Pacific Walker and his own name
The Jerry David DeCicca Interview
Jerry David DeCicca is a songwriter, record-maker, and producer that lives in Bulverde, Texas with his wife, 2 dogs, 3 cats, and 5 toads. He has produced records for legendary artists like Larry Jon Wilson, Bob Martin, Ed Askew, Chris Gantry, Will Beeley, and Ralph White, and curated many other musical projects. His former band, The Black Swans, released records and toured between 2004-2011. He owns and operates a vocational rehabilitation agency that serves the Texas Hill Country and surrounding areas.
Lauren Green and Marissa Macias - Tan Cologne Interview
Tan Cologne is the duo of Lauren Green and Marissa Macias. The two artists work in sonic + tactile modalities inspired by both Earthly and otherworldly landscapes. Their debut album "Cave Vaults..." has been listed as one of GvsB’s Favorite Albums of '20, Brooklyn Vegan's Best Albums of '20, and Upcoming projects: 7” (Curation Records), 2nd album (Labrador Recs), soundscape residency (Pescetrullo Italy).
