Middle Class Rock Star

After growing up in Colorado, Samuel Lee moved to Nashville to continue pursuing a career in music. His endeavours include touring internationally performing original music, performing in the college circuit and working as a sideman for label artists in Nashville. He also plays regularly with Olivia Rudeen, who was my guest back on Episode 3 of this podcast. He also has tons of famous friends.. I think. I guess I just assume that about everyone who lives in Nashville. If you enjoy the episode, please let others know, subscribe or write a review. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3cb2Wm8YmLFH2NKayXijCs?si=6hUCLexlRxaO_pLS3g-Z6g Website: http://www.samuelleemusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samuelleerock/

Rachel was three. I was two (and a half). My family had just moved in across the street from hers. At the time, there was only one other house in the entire neighborhood. It wasn't long before the two of us were inseparable and accomplishing great feats such as building unstable houses out of scrap wood in the empty lots around us, and attending snakes birthday parties without invitation. We've both come a long ways since our second grade band, "The Superstars" came to an end (also in second grade). Fast forward many years.... After a short stint going to school in Washington DC to become a lawyer, Rachel returned to Colorado to pursue a degree in Music Business from CU Denver. She's since had an internship with Kill Rock Stars (Portland based record label) and was the day to day manager for Devotchka. She now works as an artist manager for 7S Management in Denver and does drag performances under the pseudonym, Brody Danger. Brody Danger's Website: https://www.brodydanger.com/ Brody Danger's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brody.danger/ 7S Management Website: http://www.7smgmt.com/

John Tuck started his professional career playing trumpet in a military band. From there, he began working at the dueling piano franchise, Howl At The Moon. He worked his way up in the company and also met his future wife, Amy. Amy and John now run their own dueling piano company called Colorado Keys. You can check them out at the links below. Colorado Keys Website: https://coloradokeys.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coloradokeys/

Tyler Grant has a world of experience in the music industry. He's won first prize in the flatpicking competition at Winfield, toured as a lead guitarist with Abigail Washburn, Drew Emmitt, and The Emmitt Nershi Band and is going on a decade strong with his own project, Grant Farm. In this episode, we learn about Tyler's story, as well as why Grant Farm failed to cut one of my songs on their last record. We even get a live flatpickin' performance from one of the very best at the end. **Grant Farm's kickstarter for their forthcoming album, Broke In Two is now live at this link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2135802094/grant-farm-broke-in-two

Chris Kresge (aka Chris K aka Goat) has been involved in the Colorado music scene in just about every way possible. He produces a radio program that broadcasts to 24 FM frequencies statewide, does consulting work for municipalities, festivals and artists, and fronts his own band, Goatz!. For local artists out there, this episode is filled with great insight and information regarding gigs, PROs, and the so-called album cycle. If you enjoy the podcast, please take a second to rate and/or review and recommend to your friends. Ending Song: “Southern Blues” - GOATZ!

I was very excited to have Richard Harris on the podcast this week. We chatted in his hotel room in Broomfield, CO where he was staying for the Durango Songwriters Expo. Richard was signed to Peer Music LA at the expo 11 years ago, and is still writing for them. He has had his songs placed in all kinds of movies, television shows and commercials and has had billboard hits as well, including "Meet In The Middle" recorded by StoneBridge ft. Haley Joelle which reached number 1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart earlier this year. Songs: “Meet In The Middle” - StoneBridge ft. Haley Joelle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtfARweO5dg&list=RDrtfARweO5dg&start_radio=1&t=25 “Save Yourself” - Greg Holden https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVpBGvAj8jg ebay fashion - Wear It Your Way (commercial) featuring music by Richard Harris https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Q1Wvh-lalc&feature=youtu.be Richard's Songwriting Camp: https://www.songwritercamps.com/ Social Links: http://www.richardharrismusic.com/Home.html https://www.facebook.com/richardharrismusic

Nic has been one of my best friends since I met him six years ago. He is an acclaimed harmonica player who has sat in with the likes of Big Head Todd & The Monsters, Jason Ricci, John Nemeth and Ronnie Baker Brooks. He also is a brilliant songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist who is influenced by artists like Daniel Johnston, David Dondero and Ray Bonneville. We had a fun conversation that hit on all sorts of random musical topics, one of them being what to do when you feel stagnation. Songs: **Improvised harmonica at the beginning of the interview by Nic Clark** “The Opener” - written by Nic Clark “Born For Love” - written by Nic Clark Links: https://www.facebook.com/nicclarkmusic/

In this previously untold story of rock n roll, I sit down with Tyler Paul Glasgow to talk about his musical upbringing and experiences with his band, Places. This special episode also serves as the premiere of Tyler’s first single under his own name. You can be the first to listen to his song, “Heaven” at the end of the show. Songs: “The Fire” - written by Tyler Paul Glasgow; performed by Places “Heaven” - written and performed by Tyler Paul Glasgow Links: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000250846215

Olivia Rudeen is a phenomenal Colorado raised, Nashville based singer/songwriter. She was signed to her first publishing deal at the Durango Songwriters Expo right out of college, and has been writing, collaborating and performing in Nashville for the last five years. One of her most notable placements to date is getting her song, "As The Crow Flies" performed in the CMT television show, Nashville. Check out this episode to hear Olivia's story, plus insights on the publishing side of the music industry. Below are links to Olivia's socials. https://www.instagram.com/oliviarudeen/ https://www.facebook.com/oliviarudeenmusic/ http://www.oliviarudeen.com/ Songs: “As The Crow Flies” written by Olivia Rudeen and Jake Etheridge “Weathervane” written by Olivia Rudeen, Frank Maroney and Jeff Anderson

This week's episode is a sit down with multi-faceted live sound engineer, Anthony Catalano. Anthony and I met in pop/rock ensemble my freshman year at CU Denver back in 2009. We've had a great relationship ever since that has led to multiple recording projects and other endeavours. He is the perfect example of a "Middle Class Rock Star," managing every curve and turn and doing whatever it takes to make it in the music business. Website: www.MediaVineProductions.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/antonio4346 Instagram: www.instagram.com/antonio_4346