Ben Chandler

Skylines returns after a year-long hiatus for a conversation with one of Sky’s absolute favorite artists right now. Nashville-based wasp eater captivates with her folk-laced take on the essence of existence. Tune in to hear about the first year of wasp eater’s musical journey and the process of creating her debut EP, a product of intense collaboration. january bugs by wasp eater is available on all streaming platforms. Instagram: @eatingwaspsSubstack: “The Void” 

Ahead of his debut album release, independent musician Noah Sties sat down with Sky to talk about his DIY recording process, musical inspirations, and how creating music helps him to decompress. Fans of The 1975, Hippo Campus, Dominic Fike, and COIN will not want to miss this episode! Noah's debut album, Sungold, releases on Friday, February 2, 2024. Intro and outro music: Anime Girls by clementine.

This episode features members of Talking Points, an indie band from Long Island, NY. These guys are different in their musical tastes and personal interests, but they tend to agree when it comes to things like the importance of drinking water and always saying yes to new creative opportunities. Fans of Hippo Campus and The Band CAMINO, don't miss this one! Intro and outro music is Anime Girls by Clementine.

In this episode, Sky is joined by Ice Man Mir, a fellow Hofstra student. Ice Man Mir is a rapper and songwriter with years of varied musical experience under his belt, and his live shows are not to be missed! Fans of SZA, Travis Scott, and Albanese gummy bears should be sure to tune in!  Underscore music is the instrumental track to Drinkin’ Hennessy by Ice Man Mir. Featured music snippet is Wish List by Ice Man Mir. Intro and outro music is Anime Girls by Clementine.

This finals week episode is a special one! Sky is joined by Hofstra University's music business program coordinator, Terrance Tompkins, to discuss his analysis on ticket pricing in the primary and secondary concert marketplaces. Tune in to learn a bit about how artists make money in the concert industry and to hear Professor Tompkins' thoughts on Ticketmaster's botched Taylor Swift 'Eras' tour presale. Underscore music is Everybody’s Someone Else’s Girl by Maudlin Wednesday, Professor Tompkins’ new wave band from the 80s. Intro and outro music is Anime Girls by Clementine.

In this episode, The Heavy Hours members have lots to share about their brotherhood, songwriting process, and favorite tour snacks. Instrumentalists and college students should be sure to tune in! The Heavy Hours are a four-piece alternative rock band from Cincinnati, Ohio. They love dogs, road trips, and playing “word salad.” Check them out on Instagram! @theheavyhours

This episode features an interview with Tim Eletto, a junior at Hofstra University. Tim is a film major with lots of insight on how to balance your student life with a creative career.  Intro/outro music: Anime Girls by clementine. Underscore music by Tim Eletto. 

Welcome back to Skylines! Season 2, episode 1 catches up with Ben Chandler, a musician, producer, and Skylines regular. Listeners will remember Ben and his Unity E.P. from last fall. Tune in to hear Ben talk about his progression as an artist over the past year, as well as the new projects he’s developing. Swifties, Beatles fans, and aspiring musicians/producers will not want to miss this one! Intro/outro music: Anime Girls by clementine. Underscore music by Ben Chandler. 

In this episode, self-taught songwriter, producer, and artist Huron John joins Sky to discuss the evolution of his discography, the importance of staying true to your sound while also pushing development, and some of his favorite electronic music influences. Fans of MGMT, Tyler the Creator, and Earl Sweatshirt should be sure to tune in this week! Intro/outro music: Anime Girls by clementine

In this episode, Sky is joined by the members of Adam and the Metal Hawks, a hard rock band out of Long Island, NY. These guys have such great chemistry together both on and offstage, and they are always having a good time. Tune in to hear how the band rose to fame via TikTok, their best advice for growing as musicians, and their thoughts on the importance of innovating and improving on your craft.  Intro/outro music: Anime Girls by clementine