In late August, Devon Kay & the Solutions released their latest full-length, called Limited Joy. We spoke with singer/guitarist Devon Kay and talked about the band’s new members and how they impacted the writing of this album. (Their lineup now features bassist Jake Levinson, drummer Ryan Scottie, trombone player Jacob Horn, trumpet player Ian Terry and keyboardist Joram Zbichorski). The resulting record is eclectic, a bit unconventional and does a good job of showcasing the talents of the various musicians involved. Additionally, we discussed how the album was recorded, the involvement of Mike Kennerty from The All-American Rejects, and the band’s relationship with A-F Records. We also conversed about future plans, including more new music that the band has already finished.
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Writer: Bill Denker
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