Ali Handal: Crafting Songs, Guitar Tone & Indie Success

Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

Darrell Craig Harris

Music Interviews, Music, Music Commentary

4.6 • 107 Ratings

🗓️ 8 April 2026

⏱️ 27 minutes

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On this episode of the MusicMatters Podcast, host Darrell Craig Harris sits down with acclaimed guitarist, songwriter, and indie rock artist Ali Handal for an in-depth conversation on creativity, tone, and the modern music journey. Ali shares insights into her approach to songwriting, developing a signature guitar sound, and navigating the ever-changing landscape of the independent music scene. The discussion also dives into her work with Venus Guitars, exploring how the instrument you choose can shape your voice as an artist and influence your performance both in the studio and on stage. From touring experiences to artistic inspiration, this episode offers a candid look at what it takes to build a lasting career as a guitarist and songwriter in today's industry. Website www.alihandal.com www.instagram.com/alihandalmusic www.venus-guitars.com Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/5JG9RkDazTt64kyVpQDc5N?si=Hb_wHXEWSACf6voEc10shQ About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Sports Illustrated photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry. Currently, over 1,000,000 global downloads in 40 countries. Visit us at: www.MusicMattersPodcast.com Follow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/musicmattersdh For inquiries, contact: musicmatterspodcastshow@gmail.com Support our mission via PayPal: www.paypal.me/payDarrell voice over intro by Nigel J. Farmer

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0:00.0	Welcome to Music Matters podcast with Daryl Craig Harris,
0:07.1	talking about all things music with celebrities, artists, music business insiders, and more.
0:20.6	Ali Handel, how are you doing today?
0:22.6	I'm good, Craig. Thanks for having me.
0:24.9	It's a pleasure, and we were connected by our good friend, Laura Whitmore.
0:29.1	First of all, I love your music.
0:30.2	I was checking out your songs that you have out and video stuff, and it's all awesome.
0:35.8	Kind of blues rock, blues Americana.
0:38.9	What would you call your style? Well, I'm definitely rock, you know, for sure. And it's been a little bluesy in the last
0:46.0	several years, you know, incorporating a lot of slag guitar and stuff. But I would say primarily rock,
0:51.5	but with a groove focus, like Prince is one of my favorite artists of all time
0:55.9	and Zeppelin, you know. So they both have a lot of groove, even though Zeppelin is totally
1:00.7	rock, you know, bluesy rock. Yeah, and you also have an awesome band. I was watching some of the
1:06.0	live stuff. So it's a pretty funky, funky, funky soulful band, which is, which I love.
1:11.6	You know, that's one of the big things I've always grew up with.
1:14.1	So you have a new album coming out, Slow Burn.
1:16.4	It's going to be out this year.
1:18.3	The release dates to be determined.
1:22.0	Fifth album, as I mentioned.
1:23.9	And you, the reason why we're talking today, a couple reasons, but one of the main reasons is to talk about Venus guitars, because Venus guitar is a guitar line designed with women in mind.
1:36.0	And as we know, most guitars are, that's not usually the case.
1:39.1	Speaking of, thinking as a guy, I know how that is.
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