Interviews

A Chat with Matt Slocum By Nicole Cittadino

I had the opportunity to speak with Matt Slocum—co-founder, guitarist, and songwriter for Sixpence None the Richer—about the enduring impact of his music on generations of listeners. Slocum met lead singer Leigh Nash in the early ’90s in their hometown of New Braunfels, Texas. Fast forward to 2024: Sixpence None…

An Interview with Maci Mattravers on her new EP!

The University Pulse team recently had a chance to interview up-and-coming Boise musician, Maci Mattravers, about her new EP, To The Bone. She was interviewed by Abbie Alling, our Promotions Director. Abbie Alling: Hi, this is University Pulse, we’re here today with Maci Mattravers. Hi Maci! Maci Mattravers: Hi, thank you for…

Shredder DeathFest

A Night At The Shredder: Deathfest 2021

By Connor Adamy To all fans of everything heavy and headbangable in Boise, the Shredder is your Mecca. The venue has been home to countless outstanding metal and hardcore shows over the year, and the night of October second, 2021 was no different. Images Courtesy of Connor Adamy Deathfest hosted…

The Phets

By Sonora Birnie University Pulse interviewed local pop rock band The Phets, streaming live on October 12, 2019. Cameron, Thomas and Hayden talk about their EP release, share stories, and talk about the future.