In the Spotlight - Season 3 - Ep. 14 with Nights Like Thieves - A Powered By Rock Podcast Short

In the Spotlight - Season 3 - Ep. 14 with Nights Like Thieves - A Powered By Rock Podcast Short

Author: Powered By Rock October 28, 2022 Duration: 12:25

Hey there, it’s Isaac from Powered By Rock here to bring Mario from Nights Like Thieves into the spotlight for a few minutes, and make him sweat with some on-the-spot questions.

Welcome, Mario. Are you ready to be put in the spotlight?

1 - You have been creating music AND making videos for a very long time. Your actual dayjob is in the field of making videos, commercials, and other video media. But, I am curious, which of these two fields would you PREFERABLY choose to become rich and famous off of, your music or your video skills and why?

2 - I know you have been in bands for most of your life now. So, I have to ask, what’s the weirdest or craziest thing you have seen while playing a show?

3 - You have a lot of friends in bands in the Southern California area including a few bands that have already been on this show. I am curious, who is your FAVORITE band in the L.A./San Diego area, and why are they better than the rest of your friends’ bands?

4 - Having grown up in Albuquerque, New Mexico which is known for hot peppers, and now living in San Diego which is right across the border from Mexico, I am curious if you are a spicy food fan, and if not, why are you such a baby? If so, what’s the hottest pepper you are good to eat?

5 - Let’s play a game of “Would You Rather.” Would you rather play a sold out show at the Hollywood Bowl but you have to cut off 2 of your toes, or would you rather open for your favorite band at a smaller venue but you have to quit playing music the next day?

I want to thank Mario from Nights Like Thieves for stepping In the Spotlight and answering these hot seat questions.

Make sure to go to the show notes below this episode for links to the music and watch our full podcast interview as well!

Until we see you again for the next episode,

Rock on!


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Nights Like Thieves' Links: https://linktr.ee/nightslikethieves

Mario's Production Company Links: https://linktr.ee/mariojrivera


Tune in to The Powered By Rock Podcast for a raw and genuine look at the world of independent rock music. Host Isaac Kuhlman sits down with DIY musicians and bands who are building their careers from the ground up, offering a platform for their stories that you won't find anywhere else. These conversations go far beyond typical interviews; you'll hear firsthand about the life experiences, struggles, and creative triumphs that fuel their music. Each episode digs into the substance behind the sound, weaving in discussions about music theory and the broader landscape of rock without ever getting too academic or dry. The whole point of this podcast is to preserve and celebrate the spirit of rock that has inspired generations, ensuring those authentic voices and their stories are passed along. Expect a mix of insightful commentary and spontaneous, often humorous, moments that reflect the unpredictable nature of the genre itself. It’s a passionate and personal exploration for anyone who believes rock is more than just background noise-it's a living, breathing force powered by the people who make it.
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