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popolio podcast: Interview with Gioia

~Originally recorded April 10, 2010~

freddie beat speaks to Boston-area dance artist, Gioia, about his near death, almost fatal car accident; how surviving  that inspired him to get back into music; his forthcoming sophomore Summer 2010 release, Flawless; ”Angel On Your Shoulder”, the track inspired by that experience, his pro-environment track, “The Fire Rages On,” and others; the state of music then vs. now; celebrity fragrances and fashion lines; and more.

Song snippets included in the show are “Angel On Your Shoulder,” “The Fire Rages On” featuring Lynne Hajjar, “Angel Child,” and “Free.”

Go to Gioia’s official site and MySpace Page.


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