Innerviews, music without borders
Derek Gripper

Derek Gripper

has quietly redrawn the boundaries of acoustic guitar by using it to perform adaptations of the intricate music of the West African kora. The goal for the classically-trained South African musician is to break free from the rigidity of Western forms and explore the infinite potential of his instrument. In this wide-ranging conversation, he discusses the making of his recent recordings, what inspired him to pursue his current path, and how he uniquely deals with the challenges posed by the modern music industry.


 
Mr. Mister

Mr. Mister

reunited in 2025 at Pat Mastelotto's studio to jam, record, and celebrate its deep history. The quartet talks about what they were up to.

Gang of Four

Gang of Four

ripped open and rewired punk rock with jagged guitar, danceable rhythms, and a Molotov cocktail of intellectual political critique.