PGH is all about helping artists highlight their most recent projects, so let us all know what your latest project is – and tell us about how it come into the world. What has the initial feedback on it been like?

Rin Lennon (RL): We released our 7th CD called , ECHOES IN THE GLASS, and all favorable reviews, on several charts worldwide. This CD was long over due, so it has 17 songs on it to make up for not releasing anything since 2006. 3 songs off the CD are already being used in upcoming films.

The Recording Process: There are so many interesting ways that music projects come into the world these days compared with what artists had to struggle through years ago. Take us on the creative arc of how this project came into being and any wisdom that you learned along the way. Also, what were some of the obstacles or struggles that you encountered when you were working on the project?

RL: Since this CD has so many tracks on it, we wanted to do something different. We bring you through 7 decades and 5 genres, producer Steve Refling did an amazing job, not really any struggles, just time is not on my side, as I run an 501C3 non profit animal rescue group that consumes most of my time.

Are there any particular songs on this project that are special to you or communicate a message that you’d like to share here?

RL: Yes, SAVE A LIFE, is about saving animals lives and how you are remembered for it after you are gone. Also WAR IN PAIN, a song I wrote about my father when I was down and out.

As we all know, the music industry has been devastated for many reasons over the past 10 years, what are your thoughts on these changes and are you finding some of the changes helpful to you with getting more people to hear your music?

RL: It is much harder these days to get airplay, simply because there is more competition, there is also 2 sides of the coin, because of the internet, you have more ways to promote your music and be on internet stations. This again means a more competitive approach. Don’t even get me started on the pay to play bands and clubs that are ruining it for good bands.

Along the lines of this discussion, it would be really interesting to get your thoughts on what you think the future of ‘music enjoyment’ will look like in the coming years? How do you personally enjoy and ‘consume’ music? Any trends you’ve noticed with your own habits compared to, say, 10 years ago?

RL: I’m sure the local club scene and smaller venues will disappear, or just hire cover bands, as everyone seems to be glued to social network and other computer entertainment. Probably music will all be on the internet and only main stream artists will be performing here in LA area. Youtube will get even more popular and possible bands will buy some type of public access TV, so they can be seen.

We would love to hear what your plans on with your next project – Are you going to a full CD, an EP or just release songs as you finish them? Release them digital only or combine physical with the digital or what?

RL: We are getting ready to make a music video, cant say when as there are time conflicts, but we have the storyline in place for our hit single WHAT MORE CAN I DO, it reached #2 in the UK

What are you finding that is working well for your music right now that others may find interesting to hear about?

RL: Just hard work, logging internet hours to contact each radio station individually, also, Taxi music company has been very helpful with placing our music in films.

Okay – time for some light humor! Spinal Tap Moment: dig deep. Locate. Relive. Share that special ‘trauma’ with all of us!

RL: Going on stage with my former band ON THE AIR, we were opening for the Bangles, and our Bassist , who had ginormous tits, her buttons flew off her shirt and the safety pin on her skirt came loose. Basically by the end of our set, she was in her underwear, the crowd went wild.

Is there a particular musician(s) you’d love to collaborate with – and why?

RL: That’s easy—Paul McCartney, because he’s the most prolific song writer in history

Advance apologies: the so-called ‘classic’ questions. What other artists and bands have influenced your music and any particular reason why? Also, push come to shove: “Your Top 5 Albums Of All Time”? (Pop Geeks really are interested in this, trust us!)

RL: Beatles, Cream, the Who, Beth Hart, all the British invasion groups, Pink, Heart, Mammas, Pappas , albums, #1 Rubber Soul, #2 the Nuggets collection, #3 Through the Past Darkly, #4 – Are You Experienced,#5 Ziggy Stardust.

We’re always trying to find new music discover here at PGH – what are some of your favorite music releases of the last few years?

RL: Jason Berk, Skeleton Staff

Yes, it would be great if most indie musicians could work on music full-time but the reality rarely the case for most of them. I am always asked by music fans, what are the careers or full-time jobs that the musicians of the music they are listening to do…so ‘what’s your main gig?!

RL: I am a Certified Veterinarian Technician, I save animals lives for a living.

Okay, last question: Where can we hear more of your music and any other releases you have?

RL: Cdbaby.com