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Where is your hometown and what is it like?

I am a native of Boise. Boise is centered around everything local from independent coffee shops, restaurants, and food sourced locally. It is outdoors oriented with the greenbelt, trails, river, and even a ski hill.

What is an unpopular music opinion you hold and what is your defense for this opinion?

I don’t like ABBA, enough said.

Who is your favorite musical artist and why?

Mark Oliver Everret and his alternative/rock/ indie band the Eels. He plays multiple instruments: keyboard, harmonica, guitar, drums, bass, programming, piano, melodica and of course his vocals. Not only is he able to play many instruments, he writes his own songs that can cover tough topics such as death, divorce and depression but he also plays music about love and innocence.

What is your favorite song and why?

Shocker, my favorite song is by the Eels. I Like Birds from their album Daisies of the Galaxy. Because yeah!, I like birds.

What is your favorite food and why?

Chile Relleno is my absolute favorite dish. It’s a poblano pepper stuffed with salty cheese that is fried in egg and flour mixture. But wait there’s more. The sauce that covers it is sauteed salsa mixed with refried beans.

What is your favorite memory through your involvement at University Pulse?

This one is hard for me to choose because I’ve been to a bunch of Pulse events and had a great time at every single one. But I’ll put down the event that happened before spring break. It was a nice way to begin a break with free pizza and music played by an awesome DJ. And getting to tie dye and paint on coasters was super fun.

Why did you join University Pulse Radio?

It was recommended to me that I should join the radio club by one of my favorite teachers, Mr. Arnold, my history teacher. Will say it was great advice. I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of Pulse and am excited for next year with them.

Where is your hometown and what is it like?

I was born and raised in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, where I spent much of my time skateboarding and record collecting at my local record store, The Long Ear!

What is an unpopular music opinion you hold and what is your defense for this opinion?

Y’all… I hate to say it, but Apple Music is better than Spotify. I much prefer the layout of Apple Music in comparison to Spotify, as well as the comparatively better streaming quality and music recommendation features.

Who is your favorite musical artist and why?

No doubt in my mind, The Rolling Stones. Each era of the Stones is a definitive timepiece that offers such a unique sound. Also, how can you go wrong with the best frontman and guitar player of all time in the same band?

What is your favorite song and why?

Under My Thumb by the Rolling Stones. Whether it’s Mick’s smooth yet rugged vocals, Brian Jones’ amazing instrumentation, or Charlie Watts’ snappy drums, this song is perfection.

What is your favorite food and why?

Philly cheese steaks. They’re made of chopped up steak with cheese and onions between two pieces of bread. Enough said.

What is your favorite memory through your involvement at University Pulse?

I remember my first time meeting Scott Wilson and discussing our favorite hip pop artists. He recommended I listen to Binary Star (and you should too).

Why did you join University Pulse Radio?

I began discovering countless amazing artists and felt that they were criminally under-appreciated in their genre of music. So I decided to join a platform that allowed me to give these artists the credit they deserve!