These pieces were published in PACIFIC Magazine in May 2015. In “For Love of Country,” I interviewed the CEO of Good Time Design, Ty Hauter, to highlight an upcoming business venture — the popular country music bar — Moonshine Flats.

In “Word!” I interviewed Vokab Kompany’s frontman, Robbie Gallo, and his bandmate, Matt Burke, to discuss their forthcoming rap album. We chatted about the band’s formation, their musical influences, and their hopes for their tour.