Thursday Thoughts 9.19.2024

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 approach to booking gigs in 2025, staying true to my personal goals, and how to adapt and overcome to stay on the path.

Episode #37 "Rascal Revivalist" featuring RJ Conrad

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!

Thursday Thoughts 9.12.2024

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

Episode #36 "Songs about socks" featuring Dan Mowery

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

Thursday Thoughts 9.5.2024

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.

Episode #35 "Home is where the Art is" featuring Amber Nadine

My guest this week is another awesome local musician, Amber Nadine. Pennsylvanian-born Amber Nadine began singing and songwriting in her teens and hasn't looked back. From piano ballads to upbeat acoustic guitar numbers, Amber presents her stories of life, love and faith with undeniable, evocative emotion in her voice. Amber’s desire is to honestly share her experiences through song with perspective and heart that leaves listeners feeling hopeful in difficult times. Together with her boyfriend, Dan, they host a monthly original songwriters’ round called “Home is where the art is”.

We talked about her journey in music, what it’s like to host a space for original artists, how she got into teaching guitar, and SO much more. She’s also releasing a NEW ALBUM in October, so we spend some time chatting about that as well. I hope you enjoy our conversation.

For more info on Amber, check out https://www.AmberNadine.com

Thursday Thoughts 8.29.2024

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

  • THURSDAY 8/29 - Avenue Ale House & Pizza Loft ~ York, PA 7-10PM

  • FRIDAY 8/30 - Lebanon Valley Craft Brewery ~ Lebanon, PA 5:30-8:30PM

  • SATURDAY 8/31 - Setter Ridge Vineyards ~ Kutztown, PA 1-4PM

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK ARE ABOUT……

Podcast ads, Tenor Artist Management, Zoom Podtrak Recorders, and…… more Tenor Artist Management.

Thursday Thoughts 8.22.2024

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

  • SATURDAY 8/24 - JP’S on the Wharf ~ Bowers Beach, DE 6-10PM

MATT JAMESON SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

  • THURSDAY & FRIDAY 8/22 & 8/23 - Kiwi’s Tiki Hut ~ Rehoboth Beach, DE 5-9PM

  • SATURDAY 8/24 - Oasis Bar & Grill ~ Whaleyville, MD 9PM-12AM

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK…….

are about difficult load-ins, feeling like you’re dying, and taking an uncomfortable leap!!

Episode #33 "Be The Buffalo" featuring Stephen Robert

My guest this week is Stephen Robert. Besides being an all around stand up guy, he plays solo shows all over Central Pennsylvania, and he's also half of the dynamic duo Hank the Buffalo. Stephen and I chatted about gear, gigs, sobriety, the local music community, and about the origin of Hank the Buffalo. Learned some valuable lessons in this one, I'm sure you will too. And don't forget, when facing life's challenges, Be the Buffalo. Drop your thoughts in the comments!!

Thursday Thoughts 8.15.24

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

  • FRIDAY 8/16 - HOOK AND FLASK STILL WORKS ~ Carlisle, PA 7-10PM

  • MONDAY 8/19 - CHESAPEAKE INN & MARINA ~ Chesapeake City, MD 6-9PM

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS FOR THIS WEEK ARE ABOUT…….

how earning money is getting in the way of more meaningful goals, singing with my girlfriend, and Hank the mf Buffalo.

Thursday Thoughts 8.8.24

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

  • FRIDAY 8/9 - WOLF BREWING CO. ~ Mechanicsburg, PA 6:30-9:30PM

  • SATURDAY 8/10 - PRIVATE PARTY ~ Harrisburg, PA 3PM-? PASSWORD: SOUPYSLAMISGOOD

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK ARE ABOUT…….

how much outdoor gigs in the rain suck for our gear, and how dog barks are great filler for the end of podcasts.

Episode #31 "Beyond the Barrier" featuring Mark Frahn

My guest this week is Mark Frahn. Mark is a kick-ass concert photographer, creative editor for American Mosh Pits (https://www.facebook.com/AmericanMoshPits) , and just an all around awesome human being. He’s the creator of Beyond The Barrier (https://www.facebook.com/BeyondtheBarrier.pa) , which promotes more disability inclusion and awareness at concerts. He also does venue reviews, band interviews, and all things media. Mark turned his unfortunate injury into the opportunity to change lives and motivate others to chase their dreams. This was an inspirational and moving podcast for me personally, I hope you enjoy!

Thursday Thoughts 8.1.24

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

  • SATURDAY 8/3 - SQUARE OF CARLISLE, PA ~ 12-2PM

  • SATURDAY 8/3 - ANTIETAM BREWERY ~ HAGERSTOWN, MD 6-9PM

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK………

are about paying BMI, paying your artists, and paying me to manage your music career.

Episode #30 "Drummer from Kansas" featuring Colin Alvarez

My guest this week is Colin Alvarez. We had an interesting chat about being a working musician, where to save money on gear, road triumphs and horror stories, and we wrap everything up with a story about how you should never pretend to be a percussionist. Here's some more info about Colin:

Now calling Enola, PA home, Atlanta GA native Colin Alvarez pays his respects to our past while forging a new sound all his own.

Colin began his exploration into the musical world at the age of eight when he started playing trombone. He picked up the guitar at 9 after his father gave him Stevie Ray Vaughan's "Texas Flood" album. Although Colin's background is in trombone, euphonium, tuba, and French horn - these days he focuses solely on guitar. His guitar influences include Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, B. B. King, Joe Bonamassa, Robben Ford, while his songwriting influences include Marc Broussard, Jonny Lang, and Ray LaMontange.

Colin got his start professionally at the age of seventeen with The Patrick Vining Band. Cutting his teeth with this powerhouse vocalist, Colin learned the business as well as how to front a band and entertain a crowd. He left Patrick's band at age twenty-one and went on to do guest and fill in work with several artists including Trickum, Bellum Rose, Jelly Roll, Southern Accent, Larry Griffith, and Ion Avenue. Colin's own personal ventures include Free Flight and Sazbo - the latter recording and releasing two studio albums and one live.

Seven years ago, Colin assembled an original rock band; Crashing Midnite. Crashing Midnite released one original ten song LP titled Coming Home. This project was an incredible learning experience and allowed Colin to truly find his voice. Crashing Midnite gave him the confidence to begin writing and releasing music under his own Name, beginning with 2015's "From the Top", a 5 song EP full of powerful guitars, soulful vocals, and hook-based songwriting.

Today, Colin is working to promote his 2021 Release and aptly named Album "Long Time Coming". The album includes ten songs written and arranged by Colin and Joel Edwards, with horn charts written by Kevin Carwile. Long Time Coming marks an exciting new chapter in Colin's music, Keep your eyes and ears peeled for exciting new things happening in Colin's career!

Thursday Thoughts 7.25.24

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

  • THURSDAY 7/25 - CARLISLE MOOSE ~ Carlisle, PA 6-9PM

  • FRIDAY 7/26 - MARYLAND MALLET ~ Westminster, MD 7-10PM

  • SATURDAY 7/27 - BALLA CLOICHE VINEYARDS ~ Stewartstown, PA 6-9PM

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS FOR THIS WEEK…….

are about money, becoming a hippie, and moving to Europe.

Episode #29 "Cory's Story" featuring Cory Rosen

My guest this week is Cory Rosen. Cory Rosen is a songwriter, composer, pianist, and so much more! He graduated from Lancaster Bible College with B.A. Degrees in both Music Composition and Biblical Studies. He’s also the host of The Story podcast which has over 200 episodes featuring interviews with local musicians. We talk about a lot in this one, give it a listen!

Thursday Thoughts 7.18.24

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND:

  • THURSDAY 7/18 - OCTOBER RUST DUO SHOW ~ Avenue Ale House York, PA 7-10PM

  • FRIDAY 7/19 - Foster’s on the Point ~ Hagerstown, MD 6-9PM

  • SATURDAY 7/20 - JP’S Boatyard ~ Bowers Beach, DE 6-10PM

  • SUNDAY 7/21 - Twin Branch Winery ~ Milton, DE 2-5PM (IF IT’S OPEN)

MY THURSDAY THOUGHTS THIS WEEK………………

are about how incredible last week was, the booking company, and wanting to feel accepted.