SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

SATURDAY 10/19 - Hook & Flask Still Works ~ Carlisle, PA 7-10PM

THIS WEEK’S THURSDAY THOUGHTS…..

are about performing at cool places, lack luster headliners, doing things you’re not qualified to do because of contractors that suck, and about a possible mystery non-murdery type guest.

After two weeks off, I'm returning for a solo episode to recap some things I learned during my time off. I also cover our recent experience seeing Bikini Trill, Cisco Adler, and the Elovaters at HMAC on 10/3. Hope you enjoy!

My guest this week is Tanis Pellegrini. Tanis is the frontman for the bad ass rock band LIVES LOST, and he also plays some solo gigs in the central PA area as well. Tanis and I talked about a ton of different things, including band projects, being true to yourself, knowing when you’re getting in your own way, the current state of the world, and why we all need a Harley (or at least someone to ground us).. Give it a listen, and give Tanis a follow on all the things. You can check out Lives Lost at https://www.LivesLostBand.com and Tanis’s solo whereabouts are on his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/tanispellegrinimusic

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

THURSDAY 9/26 - MIDDLETOWN ANGLER’S & HUNTERS ~ Middletown, PA 7-10pm (MEMBERS ONLY)

FRIDAY 9/27 - CARLISLE MOOSE LODGE ~ Carlisle, PA 7-10PM (MEMBERS ONLY)

SATURDAY 9/28 - WATER LANTERN FESTIVAL @ FDR PARK ~ Philadelphia, PA 6pm

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK……..

are some heavy ones. Life, liberty, and the never-ending pursuit of happiness.

My guest this week is Megan Miller. Megan is a high school teacher, a wife, a front woman of a band called Morning Glory, and one half of the acoustic duo Megan and Dave. We talk about gigging, venues, buying gear from Guitar Center vs. Sweetwater, the challenges that face small businesses, songwriting, and SO MUCH MORE. Have a listen and make sure to give all her projects a follow!!

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

THURSDAY 9/19/2024 - AVENUE ALE HOUSE **OCTOBER RUST DUO** ~ York, PA 7-10PM

FRIDAY 9/20/2024 - PRIVATE

SATURDAY 9/20/2024 - PRIVATE

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK…….

are about my different approach to booking gigs in 2025, staying true to myself, and how to adapt and overcome.

My guest this week is RJ Conrad. RJ is the lead singer/jam organizer of the group Rascal Revival. He also plays solo acoustic shows in and around Central Pennsylvania. RJ and I covered a lot in this episode, including:

The songwriting process, including where lyrics come from

Rascal Revival’s record releases

The current booking scene

Playing a gig vs. connecting with the audience

RJ’s gear when performing solo

Hippie festivals

and so much more.

You can find out more about RJ and Rascal Revival at https://www.RascalRevivalMusic.com

We hope you enjoy this episode!

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

THURSDAY 9/12 - Shermans Creek Inn ~ Shermansdale, PA 6-9PM

FRIDAY 9/13 - Back Porch Brewing Co. ~ Carlise, PA 7-10PM

SATURDAY 9/14 - Benigna’s Creek Winery (Harvest Festival) ~ Klingerstown, PA 1-4PM

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK…….

are about how what we do reaches far beyond us, and the ever changing role of Tenor Artist Management

My guest this week is Dan Mowery. Dan is exactly one half of the acoustic duo The Exactlys. We talked about Dan's musical history, his guitar pedal building business, connecting with crowds AND the music we play, and spent a good chunk of time talking about his incredible original album, The Art Of Blissful Ignorance, which was released in 2023. You can find Dan's album on Spotify, Apple Music, or anywhere else that distributes music, or by clicking one of the links below.

Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!!

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/album/0yVG4RGFkGntYooLjFJQGr

APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-art-of-blissful-ignorance/1710283943

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

FRIDAY 9.6.2024 - COMPANY EVENT ~ Westminster, MD 11AM-2PM

FRIDAY 9.6.2024 - MARYLAND MALLET ~ Westminster, MD 7-10PM

SATURDAY 9.7.2024 - FERRYBOAT CAMPSITES ~ Liverpool, PA 7-10PM

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK……

are about band practice, tattoo studios, and the Tenor Artist Management launch.