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‘head/voice’ is a podcast that brings listeners inside the minds of singers and sound creators who are redefining what it means to make music with the voice. Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero have co-hosted the weekly interview series since March 2017 – talking to innovative vocal musicians about their journeys and creative processes.

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  1. Ep. 82: Jim Boardman [+ a big announcement!]

    For our last episode for awhile, we talked to the ebullient and enigmatic Jim Boardman - a cappella's biggest fan! SHOW NOTES Intro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero Outro Song: "Easier II" by Erin Bentlage (https://soundcloud.com/erinbentlage/easier-ii) ~Referenced during the...

  2. Ep. 81: Isaiah Carter, Archie Gopal, Kyle Hogan (Nomadic)

    At long last, we had the chance to talk to some of our friends in Nomadic - Isaiah Carter, Archie Gopal, and Kyle Hogan! We talked the origins of the group, how they created their own identity coming out of the June program, and how they've transcended geography to keep their journey in motion....

  3. Ep. 80: James Rose (Accent, Terrane)

    James Rose is a musician's musician - knowledgeable in a wealth of genres, can do a little bit of everything (arranging, composing, songwriting, performing, producing & educating), and very cerebral, yet effortlessly organic in his music. If you want think about how we can collectively push our...

  4. Ep. 79: Christopher Keough & Ashley Rosa (Resolve)

    Remember in high school singing 'Chili Con Carne' and you thought it you were nailing it but then you remember it actually sounded awful? ...just Evan? Well Resolve is the opposite of ~that~, as they are wonderfully talented yet humble and pure souls making inhumanly tight and very humanly...

  5. Ep. 78: Amyna Love (Vocalist, Singer-songwriter)

    It's been a minute, but we can't think of a better way to be back than with the supremely talented Amnya Love. Though she's extremely lowkey and humble, her voice is absolutely insane, and we talked about her journey and dived deep into her 'viral' instagram a cappella videos! SHOW NOTES Intro...

  6. Ep. 77: Kaedi Dalley (Citizen Queen)

    Kaedi is an absolute superstar, and we were super fortunate to talk to her about the highs and lows of her journey on the way to becoming the ridiculously low vocal bass she is today in Citizen Queen. Learn about the meaning behind "philo," her experience at A Cappella Academy, and why she likes...

  7. Ep. 76: Lisa Forkish (HIVE, Vocal Rush, WACA, fmr. UO Divisi)

    Just a few things that are contained in this heartwarming barnburner of an episode: 1) Insane stories about a cappella competition 2) An update about WACA and some scoops about WeSing 3) Lisa's signature salmon recipe SHOW NOTES Intro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero Outro…

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  8. Ep. 75: Shannon McNulty (Educator, Blacklight Vocals)

    We've heard your requests for more educators, and we're talking to a real great one this week in Shannon McNulty! We talk education, recording, a cappella, and her childhood girl group(!). Also apparently Evan can't pronounce "Shannon McNulty." SHOW NOTES Intro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey &...

  9. Ep. 74: Emily Flanders (Varsity Vocals, BOSS)

    If you know, you know. SHOW NOTES Intro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero Outro Song: "The Luckiest" by Wash U Amateurs/Ben Folds ~Follow Emily~ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EMFLANaca Twitter: https://twitter.com/EmFlanVV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finesurefine/...

  10. Ep. 73: Gabe Kunda (Voice Actor, Hooked HarmonX, Acapella Is Life)

    We are back from winter break and happy to get back into the swing of season 2 with the multitalented Gabe Kunda! Gabe is 1/2 of HookedHarmonX and 1/5 of Acapella is Life Music, as well as an accomplished voice actor and voice over artist (you probably heard his voice in a trailer while you were...

  11. Ep. 72: A Head/Voice Christmas Special & Year In Review

    'Tis the season for Anthony, Kayla, and Evan to talk about holiday things and some of their favorite music of 2018 and reflect on the year as a whole! Fa la la la la, la la la COOKIETIME. SHOW NOTES Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero ~Follow Head/Voice~ Facebook:...

  12. Ep. 71: Brett Castro (Songwriter/Producer, NYU N'harmonics)

    We've got another great episode this week with the multi-talented Brett Castro! See how this Very Cool Man glowed up from his days in show choir to writing and producing his own earworms. SHOW NOTES Intro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero Outro Song: "i hope you never got over…

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  13. Ep. 70: Sam Creighton (Singer/Songwriter, Musae, fmr. Nor'easters)

    This week we're joined by a much anticipated and requested guest - Sam Creighton! While you may know her from her larger than life solos with the Nor'easters, she's also a member of pro group Musae and she's putting out her own (amazing) music, and we talk about everything in between in this...

  14. Ep. 69: Angela Longo (Musae, The Vocal Company)

    This week we finally had the chance to talk with the Queen herself, Angela Longo - founding member of Musae and "Chief Sorceress" at The Vocal Company. SHOW NOTES Intro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero Outro Song: "Amnesia" by Musae (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcsLk_wGEZY)...

  15. Ep. 68: Jon Smith (The Swingles)

    This week we're talking to the amazing Jon Smith - arranger / vocalist / educator / Swingle / American / not the guy from Pocahontas. SHOW NOTES Intro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero Outro Song: "Lover's Desire (LIVE)" by The Swingles ~Referenced during the episode~ "Cinema"…

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  16. Ep. 67: Finding Creative Direction - Recorded Live at SoJam 2018

    This past weekend, we headed down to SoJam to do a *live* podcast with our friends Mel Daneke, Charlie Arthur, and Alex Green - if you need a creative jumpstart, this episode is for you! ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: H/V Theme by Kayla Pichichero, Evan Linsey ~Referenced during episode~ SoJam:...

  17. Ep. 66: Earl Elkins, Eli Jacobson, & J. None (VoicePlay)

    what's this? WHAT'S THIS? there's VoicePlay everywheeeerrreeeee ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro Song: H/V Theme by Kayla Pichichero, Evan Linsey Outro Song: "This is Halloween" by VoicePlay [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YL44YFyNLys ~Referenced during episode~ SoJam: http://sojam.net/ "Zombies vs....

  18. Ep. 65: Rachel Bearer & Christopher Harrison (ARORA)

    This is a fun episode with fun people. (Sorry it's long!) ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero ~Referenced during the episode~ Ep. 41: Christopher Given Harrison (ARORA): https://spoti.fi/2xK8tOL Ep. 28: Ben McLain (Arora, Dakaboom)…

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  19. Ep. 64: Hansel Romero & Lauren Redditt (Ember)

    We've got something ~nu~ this week, a song premiere from new pro group, Ember! Anthony and Kayla talked to Hansel and Lauren about the band and all they've achieved thus far and the process of writing and recording their new song - "Bad Romantic." ~Show Notes~ Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme" by…

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  20. Ep. 63: Daniel Hanson (YouTuber)

    O CANADA! head/voice is going semi-international once again as this week we've interviewed Daniel Hanson - a fresh face on the YouTube/a cappella scene who's got a unique story and has some covers and originals you need to hear. SHOW NOTES Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla...

  21. Ep. 62: JEHREEUS (Vocal arranger, HookedHarmonX, Janet Jackson)

    We wouldn't throw the word prodigy around lightly, so believe us when we say that JEHREEUS absolutely is one. He's got amazing credits and an even more mindblowing ear, and it was a joy to talk to him in his first ever(!) interview to kick off Season 2 here at head/voice. SHOW NOTES Intro/Outro...

  22. WE'RE BACK! 'head/voice' Season 2 Update

    WE MISSED YOU! We've got big announcements! ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme" by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero More about Birdland Avenue's upcoming album: https://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/birdland-avenue ~Learn more about Anthony!~ His group: https://www.uproarvocal.com/ Twitter:...

  23. Ep. 61: Best of Season 1

    We've reached the end of season 1, and we put together some of our best clips! A huge thank you to all our guests and listeners, it genuinely wouldn't be possible without you. Stay tuned for our return this fall!! *we walk into the sunset to the tune of "Graduation (Friends Forever)" by Vitamin…

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  24. Ep. 60: J.D. Frizzell (OneVoice, June, AEA, IACF, Camp A Cappella)

    There is a doctor in the house, and it's Dr. JD Frizzell! We found some time in his crazy schedule between OneVoice, the AEA, June, the International A Cappella Festival to talk about his start in music, his myriad projects, and philosophies on education and directing. ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro...

  25. Ep. 59: Evan Lee & Kayla Liquori (Upper Structure)

    [insert Spiderman meme here] This week, we're happy to be joined by Evan & Kayla from (ICCA Finals 2nd Place-winning) Upper Structure to talk everything about the group, from their origins to building their stunning 2018 set. ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme " by Evan Linsey & Kayla...

  26. Ep. 58: JORDY (Singer-songwriter, Artist, fmr. BU Treblemakers)

    This week we've got our incredibly talented and adored friend, Jordy Shulman (JORDY) on the show! We talked about his time with us in the BU Treblemakers, moving to LA to pursue music, how his approach to songwriting has evolved, and his latest single "Be With Me." ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song:...

  27. Ep. 57: Deke Sharon (The Sing-off, Pitch Perfect, The House Jacks, In Transit, DCappella, etc.)

    Y'all, it's Deke Sharon. ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme " by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero 01:47 Born and raised 02:42 Tufts years/The Beelzebubs 09:07 Ben Platt 10:17 Pressure to represent the a cappella community/"The Sing-Off" 16:34 Effects of "The Sing-Off" on a cappella 22:45 The...

  28. Ep. 56: MARO (Singer-songwriter, Arranger)

    This week we're joined by the talented beacon of light that is Mariana Secca, aka MARO. We get a look inside her unique mind, as we talk her upbringing, Berklee, songwriting, and more! SHOW NOTES Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme " by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero ~References~ Mystery of the…

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  29. Ep. 55: Bursting the "Aca-Bubble" - Recorded live (!) at BOSS 2018

    This past weekend, we had the distinct pleasure of leading a panel at #BOSS2018 featuring four amazing guests: Sidney Gish (indie singer-songwriter), Noel Pancho (rapper/storyteller), Niya Norwood (Real Entertainment Industries, BGVs for YEBBA), Alyssa Spector (booker/promoter). We were able to…

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  30. Ep. 54: Calin Wong & Peter Huang (MICappella)

    This week we're joined by the lovely Peter and Cal from MICappella, talking their origin story, evolution, and touring around the world! ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme " by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero Panel:...

  31. Ep. 53: Quinn D'Andrea (The SoCal VoCals, A Cappella Academy)

    This week we're joined by Quinn D'Andrea (The Socal VoCals, A Cappella Academy) to talk her musical journey w/ a cappella and original music and her experience in Academy & the VoCals. ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme " by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero ~Help get the VoCals to Oregon!~...

  32. Ep. 52: One Year of Head/Voice and Six Spicy Nuggets ("Hot Ones" homage w/ Kayla & Evan)

    This week, we take a cue from "Hot Ones" and eat hot sauces on things and reflect on a whole year of episodes! Fair warning - it's very silly. Also there's a surprise appearance by one of our past guests. ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "H/V Theme " by Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero -- Things we...

  33. Ep. 51: 'Raise Your Voice' No. 3 feat. Sofía Campoamor, Bryan Guffey, Emma Seslowsky, & Elliott Weil

    We're happy to be back with the 3rd episode in our 'Raise Your Voice' series, this time discussing gender in a cappella with 3 amazing guests and our co-conspirator Bryan Guffey! Sofía Campoamor is making history, as she is slated to be the first female Whiffenpoof at Yale. Emma Seslowsky is an...

  34. Ep. 50: Ryan Hannon (The Nor'easters) Returns!

    For our 50th episode, we decided to do something special! We brought back our first-ever head/voice guest, Ryan Hannon, and did a "year in review." We walked through his experience in ICCA finals with The Nor'Easters, did a special choreo and solo breakdown of "Cheyenne," talked about the Aca…

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  35. Ep. 49: Lynique Webster (Nomadic, fmr. Faux Paz)

    Lynique Webster (formerly of UMD Faux Paz, now in Nomadic) joins us to walk us through her musical (and otherwise) life! Lynique is a true storyteller and talked to us about being true to yourself and inspiring others to do the same. ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "Easier II" by Erin Bentlage...

  36. Ep. 48: 'The Future of A Cappella' - Recorded live(!) at LAAF 2018

    This past weekend we were at the Los Angeles A Cappella Festival and recorded a live (!) panel on 'The Future of A Cappella,' featuring Rob Dietz (Legacy, The Funx), Mike Jankowski (A Cappella Productions), Meron Mogos (CASA, VXN), Danny Olefsky (Zedarius, fmr. TVC), Lilli Wilder (Vocalight), and...

  37. Ep. 47: Niya Norwood (Real Entertainment Industries)

    This week, we're honored to be joined by the amazing Niya Norwood (Real Entertainment Industries). She's an amazing vocalist and vocal director from Berklee who writes, directs, and does background vocals for YEBBA(?!). Oh, and she runs her own company. ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "Easier II"…

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  38. Ep. 46: Johnny DelToro (The Vocal Company)

    This week, we're joined by multi-talented arranger/producer/clinician Johnny DelToro (The Vocal Company). We hear the script of the movie of his life unfold and talk about how he got into music, emotional connection, and tips for arrangers! ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "Easier II" by Erin...

  39. Ep. 45: Keith Terry (Crosspulse, International Body Music Festival)

    Keith Terry, a professional body musician, rhythm dancer, and educator joins us this week to share his unique perspective on music making - from Ethiopian armpit music to rhythm dancing to how body and vocal music converge (and everything in between). ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro Song: "Easier II" by...

  40. Ep. 44: Mel Daneke (Musae, Viridian Productions)

    Force of nature Mel Daneke (Musae, Viridian Productions) joins us this week to talk production, her time with Musae, and the mystical 'electrocappella!' (Also we're going to LAAF [http://la-af.com/] and doing a panel that we're gonna record and release and we're excited.) ~SHOW NOTES~ Intro/Outro...

  41. Ep. 43: Chris Celiz (The Beatbox House)

    This week, we're lucky to have sound creator and beatboxer, Chris Celiz (2015 American 2v2 champion) on the podcast! We talked about The Beatbox House, a collective based in Brooklyn that he founded, intention and emotion in beatboxing, and Chris' roots and plans for the future. ~SHOW NOTES~…

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  42. Ep. 42: 'Raise Your Voice' No. 2 feat. Nina Kasuya & Lisa Forkish (On Consent, #MeToo)

    This episode is the second in our Raise Your Voice series with WACA in which we discuss consent education and #MeToo activism with Nina Kasuya and Lisa Forkish. ~Show Notes~ Consent: It's Simple as Tea https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQbei5JGiT8 #MeToo Article - Elle Magazine...

  43. Ep. 41: Christopher Given Harrison (ARORA)

    Christopher Given Harrison joins us this week for a special episode, to talk the history of ARORA (fka Sonos) and break down their song "Morning Light" in a tribute to one of our favorite podcasts, "Song Exploder." ~SHOW NOTES~ Leave us a review on iTunes for a chance to win your own sketch/some...

  44. Ep. 40: Bri Holland (fmr. Lady Jaye, Voices in Your Head, Men in Drag)

    Bri Holland (fmr. Lady Jaye, Voices in Your Head, Men in Drag) - During this ep. we talked about Bri's entrance into the a cappella scene, from her time in Men in Drag and Voices in Your Head, to her post-college group Lady Jaye, to her current work with WACA and her pursuit as an a cappella...

  45. Ep. 39: Christopher Diaz (Freedom's Boombox, The Exchange)

    Christopher Diaz (Every Good A Cappella Thing) makes his return to podcast-land this week and joins us to talk about his unique journey, connection through music, and what he hopes to see next! Intro/Outro Song: "Easier II" by Erin Bentlage https://soundcloud.com/erinbentlage/easier-ii ~SHOW…

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  46. Ep. 38: 'Raise Your Voice' No. 1 feat. Lisa Forkish & Bryan Guffey

    This week - something new! We're partnering up with WACA (Women's A Cappella Association) to create a monthly series called 'Raise Your Voice,' where we'll be having conversations to explore different topics and issues within the vocal community. On this episode, founder/executive director Lisa...

  47. Ep. 37: India Carney (The Voice, A Cappella Academy)

    This week, we're joined by the talented India Carney! You might have seen her on season 8 of The Voice, with her college group the Scattertones, teaching at A Cappella Academy or The Betsys or a festival near you, or just singing songs on the internet. The point is: she's good. And we were lucky...

  48. Ep. 36: Meron Mogos (LAAF, VXN)

    This week, we have Meron Mogos, the executive producer of LAAF and one of the founders of VXN. We talked about her experience with different groups in many different stages of life and about the upcoming Los Angeles A Cappella Festival! head/voice: https://www.facebook.com/headvoicepodcast/...

  49. Ep. 35: Lizzie Frankenthal & Eion Blanchard (Gestalt)

    This week, we had a chance to chat with Lizzie Frankenthal and Eion Blanchard, the co-founders of (much buzzed about) Gestalt A Cappella about how they started the group, their philosophies on running it, and what makes Gestalt ... Gestalt (hint: #dvdp). Intro/Outro Song: "Easier II" by Erin...

  50. Ep. 34: Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero (Talking head/voice, listener questions!)

    It's about time you know who these mystery people are who run podcast you listen to. We're actually not disembodied voices who just appear once a week, it turns out there's bodies and human(ish) faces attached too! We answer some listener questions, talk about how the podcast got started, and…

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‘head/voice’ is a podcast that brings listeners inside the minds of singers and sound creators who are redefining what it means to make music with the voice. Evan Linsey & Kayla Pichichero have co-hosted the weekly interview series since March 2017 – talking to innovative vocal musicians about their journeys and creative processes.

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