Upset City

Jeff and guest host Liz Strodel catch up with Good Kid and original Major Player keyboardist Nick Mazzeo. 

Jeff and Nick go back to their early days of indie youth. In this episode we explore that history and explore how to hold yourself accountable as a writer. 

Nick's band Good Kids is in the process of releasing a long awaited new album titled "Who We Use Be," featuring your very own Major Player on guitar. Check out the new single "Web" and also listen through to the very end for a early Animal Pants demo of the song

https://open.spotify.com/track/2P7nx0LY2RC4NaiReynaEe?si=xn7rpaqoT0iCGxuE7aS_0g

From early 2017 thru 2019 I had the pleasure of touring, playing and getting to know Stephen Collie. On the surface Stephen and I probably seem like an odd pairing but we have a tendancy to see similar things in the world.I feel fortunate to have developed a true bond with this tough critic and high opinionated individual.Stephen an I dip into the new song “By Design,” the recording process and the development of the song and our friendship on the road

I’ve spoken a  lot on the Podcast about how I believe that individuals making small contributions to their community creates mutual benefit.    

John Tierney is one of those individuals out here doing just that. His blog offers a unique perspective from decades of attending live event. I met John at a live show and he was at the most recent Major Player show.

I am very thankful to have crossed his path and I’m inspired by his genuine enthusiasm for music and the humility at which he approaches blogging.

John has been on the Syracuse Music scene for several decades and you can read his writing at jjtierney.com  where he frequently showcases the  music he loves.