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
Thursday Thoughts 9.26.2024
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.
Episode #38 "Teaching and Music-ing" featuring Megan Miller
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!!
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.