(Don't) Quit Your Day Job
227 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsDid you move to LA in the 80's to make it on Sunset Strip? There are many stories about making music for a living. Sometimes you need a day job and sometimes you play the worst gig. Let's talk about the stuff that happened with people who have "made it" or "come close" or played to a dog in an otherwise empty room. There are funny and enlightening stories out there, so I started a podcast to tell these stories.
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Episodes
Episode 126 with Hansol Seung (Shoreline): We Are Not So Naive To Think We Can Be Die Toten Hosen
May 31, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 77.4 MBIn this episode, Hansol Seung of the German punk rock band Shoreline talks about learning English from punk rock songs, the challenges of creating songs and evolving during a pandemic, measuring success, and trying to capitalize on creativity. Plus, playing shows in the former East Germany, signing to End Hits Records, and experiences as an Asian-German including dealing with anti-Asian sentiments. You can check out Shoreline at these places: https://shorelineband.com/ https://www.faceboo...
Episode 125 with Timmy Gibson (Children of October): My Ears Ring 24 Hours a Day
May 23, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 69 MBIn this episode, Timmy Gibson talks about finding roles and the importance of having a good time while playing in bands, creativity with merchandise and putting money back into the band, touring while maintaining a day job, and the ability to play on different bills. Plus, the official band haircut, gear for the left leg, and the endless rotation of bass players. You can follow Children of October at these places: https://www.facebook.com/childrenofoctober/ https://childrenofoctober.bandc...
Episode 124 with Eugenius: If You Are a Black Kid Listening To Punk Rock, That Becomes Your Whole Identity
May 19, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 64.2 MBIn this episode, Eugenius talks about his careers in hip hop and punk rock, playing guitar for Nathan Gray, the music scene in Cincinnati, playing mixed genre shows and dealing with microaggressions and racism. Plus, day job balance when being out on tour, hip hop as a collaborative endeavor and being free to create whatever is inspiring/ You can follow Eugenius at these places: https://www.facebook.com/eugenius513 https://eugenius.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nathangraymusic/...
Episode 123 with Paula Moore (Greater Than): If Your House Burns Down, You Can Rebuild It
May 12, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 76.3 MBIn this episode, Music Industry Executive Paula Moore talks about coming up in the music industry from Promoter to Scout to being the first female A&R Research Executive. Paula tells us about her struggles and successes, writing a book called "Glitter and Grit; Be Greater As a Creative" and establishing the company Greater Than in order to help artists achieve success. Plus stories about Lollapalooza after parties and turning down an offer from Mark Cuban. You can follow Paula at these plac...
Episode 122 with Mark Tremalgia: The Hotter It is, The Uglier I Get
May 05, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 95.1 MBIn this episode, we talk to Mark Tremalgia just as he gets back from a European tour with The Cruzados. Mark tells us about fan crossover with Little Caesar, planning tours to avoid market saturation, differences to touring in the USA, and practicing too much. Plus Mark provides his feedback from guitar forum "hot takes" including jazz, The Beatles, Billy Squier, and Derek Trucks. Mark is a working musician in LA, playing in Little Caesar and The Cruzados. He also teaches either in person o...
Episode 121 with Sonny Lombardozzi (Arise From Worms): No Dude, It's Blackened Death Metal Now
April 28, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes - 78.9 MBIn this episode, Sonny Lombardozzi of Arise From Worms (formerly of Incantation) talks about the death metal community, scene gate keeping and music labels, the connotations of being a shredder, the pros and cons of cover bands, and being "too good" for a band. Plus, creating a project to be able to do exactly what you want, playing with Steve Tucker, and composing on paper versus on the instrument. You can check out Sonny at these places: https://www.instagram.com/sonnylombardozzi/?hl=en ...
Episode 120 with Bobby Mahoney (and the Seventh Son): Writing Songs That I Would Like to Listen To
April 21, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutes - 97.1 MBIn this episode, Bobby Mahoney talks about his new release called We Go On, defining success and improving as an artist, trying to engage with listeners and the impact of social media, and the rub of entertainment versus a message. Plus opening for Bon Jovi in an arena and van disaster stories You can check out Bobby Mahoney and the Seventh Son at these places: https://www.bobbymahoneymusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BobbyMahoneyMusic/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX-oEokkAS1W1Icz...
Episode 119 with Molly Mess (Some Kind of Nightmare): I Love Playing Sweaty Basement Shows
April 18, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 68.5 MBIn this episode, while her husband and bandmate Chy Mess drives, Molly Mess of Some Kind Of Nightmare talks about deciding to become a full time touring band, the importance of delivering a message and being part of a community, rotating drummers, music as therapy and not being an asshole. Plus, how measuring success changes, the importance of maintaining gear and transportation, and the impact of the pandemic on a full time band. You can check out Some Kind of Nightmare at these places: h...
Episode 118 with Black Guy Fawkes: My Songs Are Three Chords And The Truth
April 14, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 71.6 MBIn this episode, Black Guy Fawkes talks about connecting with Nathan Gray and taking advantage of opportunities, the mental exhaustion of dealing with racism and micro-aggressions on tour, and the ability to be your full self. Plus, what is Appalachian Folk Punk, and the impact of being an activist on crafting songs and delivering messages. You can check out Black Guy Fawkes at these places: https://blackguyfawkesmusic.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/blackguyfawkesmusic https://ww...
Episode 117 with Mark Tremalgia: There Is Usually One Guy Who Makes Things Miserable
April 07, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 76 MBIn this episode, we talk to Mark Tremalgia while he is out on tour in Europe with The Cruzados about the differences between touring in the EU versus the USA, guitar maintenance in wildly different climates, the ups and downs of touring and trying to enjoy the moment. Plus, tour riders and eating properly and legacy bands who are unable to reunite due to egos despite money to be made. Mark is a working musician in LA, playing in Little Caesar and The Cruzados. He also teaches either in pers...
Episode 116 with Paul Del Bello (Dobermann): I Wouldn't Play Any of the Songs That I Wrote at 16 Now
March 31, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 69.8 MBIn this episode, Paul Del Bello of Dobermann talks about the realities of being a true independent touring musician, cutting his teeth playing with the legendary Adam Bomb, playing 100 shows in a row and 308 shows in a single year, and fun with fire-breathing on stage. Plus, developing a YouTube audience of bass players, writing good songs, making pro videos, and what it means to be a modern, connected musician. You can check out Paul and Dobermann at these places: http://www.pauldelbello....
Episode 115 with Jimi Bell (Autograph, House of Lords): Sharon Osbourne Called And They Want To Fly You Out
March 24, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 74.9 MBIn this episode, Jimi Bell of Autograph and House of Lords tells us the complete and unabridged story of auditioning for Ozzy Osbourne's band and ultimately coming in second to Zakk Wylde. Plus, working with Geezer Butler, writing a song that ended up on a Black Sabbath album, and getting up early in the morning to write music You can check out Jimi at the following locations: https://www.jimibell.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAV0EnpWVOoL8S6rDxBs6w https://www.instagram.com/jim...
Episode 114 with Josh Brown (Capacitor Design Network): So Joe Elliott Would Leave Me These Telephone Messages
March 21, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 84 MBIn this episode, Josh Brown of Capacitor Design Network talks about working very closely with Def Leppard and Phish, hanging out with Phil Collen, backstage at Fenway Park, and sending design samples on planes in the pre-digital world. Plus, growing up as the son of a Music Teacher, the day job hustle and losing time to play music, and becoming successful with organic business growth. You can check out Josh at these places: https://www.capacitornetwork.com/ https://www.facebook.com/iluvmy...
Episode 113 with John "Buck Cherry" Armstrong (Modernettes): It Was Somewhere Between a Drag Act And Horror Movie
March 17, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 80.3 MBIn this episode, John "Buck Cherry" Armstrong of the legendary Modernettes talks about being tired of the thing that you are most famous for, the enduring popularity of the song Barbra, making the music video in the early 80's, and financial success versus artistic fulfillment. Plus, playing anywhere that would have the band, being ahead of the times musically, and a Chuck Berry playing a car dealership story. You can check out Buck (including his book) at these places: https://www.faceboo...
Episode 112 with Ryan Roupe (Buckwild): Oh My God, There's a Million Guys Better Than Me
March 14, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 77.2 MBIn this episode, Ryan Roupe of Buckwild talks about 80's cover bands versus country cover bands, the desire to fit in especially when younger, and taking breaks from playing live but continuing to play for self discovery. Plus evolving music styles as you get older, self expression in a cover band, challenging yourself musically, and the amount of available work for cover bands. You can check out Ryan at these places: https://www.facebook.com/buckwildPGH https://buckwildpgh.com/ Paul wor...
Episode 111 with Brian "Sikes" Howe: I Am Not The Big Break That You Need
March 07, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 93.5 MBIn this episode, Brain "Sikes" Howe of Greywalker, Normal Creatures, and Some Faith talks about doing the stuff that you want to do, being busy, how much is "too much" and being fair to everyone involved in multiple projects. Plus, success as a DJ versus other musical projects, being a podcaster and potentially losing the desire due to dealing with musicians, and freedom as success. https://briansikeshowe.com/ https://www.greywalker.net/media https://www.normalcreatures.net/ https://some...
Episode 110 with Mark Tremalgia: Everybody Wanted To Be Noticed For Their Shred
March 03, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 76.7 MBIn this episode, we find out is Mark can play riffs and licks from famous 80's shredder guitarists. (Spoiler: he can!) Plus, why did so many guitar players sound so similar, Little Caesar not going on the Monsters of Rock Cruise, making a commitment to family and health over the band and the importance of having a support system. Mark plays a solo on Sunday mornings: https://www.facebook.com/834296584/videos/10159250207636585/ Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via K...
Episode 109 with Mark Tremalgia: The Most Ungodly Smell Would Waft Through The Space
February 24, 2022 14:00 - 32 minutes - 75.1 MBIn this episode, Mark gives us all of the details of band auditions in LA including determining a good personal fit, dressing for the part, copping the feel and mindset of another player, and choosing the right instrument. Plus, trying our for Ignite and Love/Hate, performance mode versus meeting people mode and the new Cruzados record is out on vinyl Mark plays a solo on Sunday mornings: https://www.facebook.com/834296584/videos/10159250207636585/ Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl a...
Episode 108 with Chris Lowe (Volk): It's Not About The Money, But It's About The Money
February 21, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 83.1 MBIn this episode, Chris Lowe of Cowpunk duo Volk talks about the most recent tour of the western USA, all of the things that can go wrong with a Kia Sedona, the financial impact of missing shows, and the laundry requirements of a touring band. Plus, playing SXSW. artist compensation and the impact of streaming services for working bands. and the best ways to support bands you love. https://www.livevolk.com/ https://www.facebook.com/livevolk https://www.youtube.com/volkband https://open.sp...
Episode 107 with Jeff Scott Soto (Sons of Apollo): You Don't Want To Live Your Whole Career Defending Yourself
February 17, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 84.7 MBIn this episode, Jeff Scott Soto of Sons of Apollo, Yngwie Malmsteen, Journey, JSS and many other projects talks about the desire to be a household name, getting the gig with Yngwie when he was 18, playing with superstar guitar players, a background in pop and soul music, and trying to establish an identity and career. Plus, recording a live album in Bulgaria, being a person of color in the music industry, and the struggles of getting older as a singer. You can check out Jeff at the follow...
Episode 106 with Cohen Hartman (SpiralCaster): We Were That Band, Sound Guys Hated Us
February 14, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 88.6 MBIn this episode, Cohen Hartman aka SpiralCaster talks about using an alias for his art, learning studio work from his grandfather in Louisiana, running a record label, becoming a guitar teacher as a day job, and starting a YouTube channel as a pedal demonstrator as a way to get people to care about his music. Plus, the importance of offering value, the toll of social media and performing music during screenings of silent films. You can check out SpiralCaster at the following locations: htt...
Episode 105 with Al Staehely (Spirit, Staehely Brothers): I Literally Started Law School To Keep a Band Together
February 10, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 88 MBIn this episode, Al Staehely talks about graduating from law school in Austin, TX, moving to California to be a musician, joining Spirit and putting out solo records. Plus, paying your dues, not expecting your career to decline, the importance of having a trademark and the Spirit versus Led Zeppelin copyright lawsuit. Also, how do you get a suit from Lyndon Johnson's dead brother? You can check out Al at the following locations: http://www.alstaehely.com/ https://www.facebook.com/al.staeh...
Episode 104 with Josh Mowry (Miskatonic Brewing Company): The Hottest Cover Band In Oxford, OH
February 07, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 81.5 MBIn this episode, Josh Mowry of the Miskatonic Brewing Company talks about his journey from young upright bass player, to college cover band professional to paralegal to starting a brewery from scratch. Plus, law school student versus clay tennis court technician versus orchestra last chair versus cruise ship crooner. You can check out Josh at the following locations: https://www.miskatonicbrewing.com/ https://www.facebook.com/miskatonicbrewing/ https://www.instagram.com/miskatonicbrewing...
Episode 103 with Mark Tremalgia: We Were Stuck In The Snow In Indiana With No Power And No Heat
February 03, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 78.5 MBIn this first post 100 episode, Mark gives us all of the details about touring in a big tour bus including break downs, high expenses, privacy issues, choosing bunks, and the never ending party. Plus having techs at local shows to look cool, on-stage hair mishaps and being in the recording studio for the first time. Mark plays a solo on Sunday mornings: https://www.facebook.com/834296584/videos/10159250207636585/ Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Produc...
Episode 102 with Becky Fontaine (The Iron Roses): Stage Is The Place Where I Forget To Be Anxious
January 31, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 72.3 MBIn this episode, Becky Fontaine of Nathan Gray and The Iron Roses talks about singing with Nathan Gray but also working as his Tour Manager, balancing family, motherhood and music, controlling chaos and the desire to be a part of something. Plus, how intimate shows are wonderful and terrifying, stuffed animal mascots, working day jobs from the road, and dealing with misogyny. You can check out Becky at the following locations: https://www.instagram.com/becky.fontaine/?hl=en http://www.nat...
Episode 101 with Jeff Duncan (Armored Saint): The Bigger You Get, The Less You Have To Deal WIth
January 27, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 76.9 MBIn this episode, Jeff Duncan talks about the early 80's in LA, Sunset Strip, Odin as a very popular scene band and then getting the opportunity to join Armored Saint. Plus, the impact of being in The Decline of Western Civilization Part 2, moving to Las Vegas to play guitar and make a living, playing in DC4 with his siblings, and the importance of maintaining output and being creative. You can follow Jeff at the following locations: https://www.facebook.com/jeffduncanrocks https://www.arm...
Episode 100 with Jimmy Minarchick (The Morning Buzz): Some People Are Just Crazy
January 24, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 75.9 MBFor our 100th episode, I talk to Jimmy Minarchick of The Morning Buzz about the state of podcasting, being nervous talking to new people and using social media as a necessary evil. Plus, playing music that you don't love to be in a band, using a non-smart phone, and starting a screen printing company out of thin air. You can check out Jimmy's efforts at the following locations: https://www.facebook.com/Themorningbuzzwithjimmy/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzrCdTPojhubhvaiSmJcuhA http...
Episode 99 with Mark Tremalgia: I'm Only Famous In My Family
January 20, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 71.2 MBIn this episode, Mark talks about having his family learn about what he has done via the podcast, making mistakes and the imperfectness of guitar, and the future of dealing with pandemics and gigs. Plus working on the Big Brother set, balancing the day job with music, and the competition of late 80's Hollywood via egos, song formula, looks and guitar as athletics. Mark plays a solo on Sunday mornings: https://www.facebook.com/834296584/videos/10159250207636585/ Paul works a day job and put...
Episode 98 with Fuzznaut: I Tried Out For A Couple Of Bands, But I Wasn't That Great
January 17, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 72.1 MBIn this episode, Fuzznaut talks about where his moniker comes from, playing solo with big gear rigs, using delay as another guitarist, and getting into guitar gear culture. Plus, being an Instagram artist and breaking into YouTube, the difficulty in creating compelling video as another form of expression, and reconciling creating art for yourself while attracting an audience. You can check out Fuzznaut at the following locations: https://fuzznaut.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/fuz...
Episode 97 with Brian Forsythe (Kix): I Felt We Had Peaked and Were Starting to Go Back Down
January 13, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 78.5 MBIn this episode, Brian Forsythe of Kix talks about leaving the band in the early 90's, deciding to get clean and healthy after jail, being recognized, and the origin of the "Damage" nickname. Plus, getting back together with Kix, joining Rhino Bucket, playing cruises and what it means to be in a "legacy" band. You can check out Brian at the following locations: https://brianforsythe.com/ https://www.facebook.com/brian.forsythe https://www.kixband.com/ https://twitter.com/RealBrianDamage...
Episode 96 with Pete Magliocco: Horn Players Are Different Because We Are Better Musicians
January 10, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 86.9 MBIn this episode, Pete Magliocco of Quincy Square Music Company talks about his band experiences while simultaneously working as a chef, choosing to play the trombone and the ability to read music, providing entertainment during the early days of the pandemic and the risks of starting a music store from the ground up. You can check out Pete at the following locations: https://www.facebook.com/quincysquaremusic https://squaremusic.co/locations/quincy-il/ https://www.facebook.com/pete.magliocco ...
Episode 95 with Brian Forsythe (Kix): Everybody Wants To Be Rich and Famous
January 06, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 75 MBIn this episode, Brian Forsythe of Kix talks about the early days of Kix and the arrival of hair metal, playing a showcase for Atlantic Records and what it meant to get signed, and the band peaking with Blow My Fuse. Plus, being an east coast band, headlining the M3 Festival, and being 2 million dollars in debt. You can check out Brian at the following locations: https://brianforsythe.com/ https://www.facebook.com/brian.forsythe https://www.kixband.com/ https://twitter.com/RealBrianDama...
Episode 94 with Eli Tyler: They Sell You This Dream of People Just Busting Into Song
January 03, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 72.9 MBIn this episode, experimental artist Eli Tyler talks about what makes a performance Avant Garde, visualizing soundscapes, costumes and choreography into a performance, mental preparation, and collaborating with the fashion industry. Plus, being told that Asians can't sell, definitions of success, and playing the Asian Television Awards. You can check out Eli at the following locations: https://www.tuneintoeli.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tuneintoeli/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/2gQ...
Episode 93 with Justin Burket (The Snipped): My Lifelong Dream Was To Be a Wide Receiver for the Steelers
December 20, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 66.9 MBIn this episode, Justin Burket of The Snipped talks about "dadcore" and band vasectomy requirements, why drummers are the worst, creating interesting merch and signing with Allegedly Records. Plus, material handling, putting out physical copies of music, and how the expectations of success change over time. You can check out Justin and The Snipped at the following locations: https://www.allegedlyrecords.com/copy-of-the-snipped https://www.facebook.com/thesnipped https://www.youtube.com/c...
Episode 92 with Nathan Gray (The Iron Roses, BoySetsFire): I Don't Feel Angry, I feel Focused
December 16, 2021 13:00 - 32 minutes - 74.9 MBIn this episode, Nathan Gray of The Iron Roses and BoySetsFire talks about performance as a ministry, being approachable at shows, varying levels of popularity in EU versus USA and turning new fans on the recent Frank Turner tour. Plus, building a new career with purpose, the importance of a support network and dealing with social media vitriol. You can check out Nathan at the following locations: http://www.nathangraymusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/nathangraymusic https://www.instag...
Episode 91 with Jimi Bell (Autograph, House of Lords): My Hair Was Already Spiked, But They Made It Extra Spiked
December 09, 2021 13:00 - 39 minutes - 89.3 MBIn this episode, Jimi Bell of Autograph and House of Lords talks about being a left handed guitar player, the connotations of being a "shredder", trying out for Ozzy's band versus Zakk Wylde, and being in a movie with Joan Jett. Plus playing the hits in legacy bands, inventing Shredneck, and playing abilities changing as you get older. You can check out Jimi at the following locations: https://www.jimibell.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAV0EnpWVOoL8S6rDxBs6w https://www.instagra...
Episode 90 with Connor Frost (Dizzy Bats): You're Gonna Look Back On That Release And You Might Not Like It
December 06, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 77.5 MBIn this episode, Connor Frost talks about developing a viable music career in punk rock bands and providing songwriting coaching and mentoring. Plus, tempering expectations, deciding a song is good enough, touring in China and being a role model for Asian-Americans You can check out Connor at the following locations: http://www.connorfrost.com http://www.instagram.com/connorlfrost https://www.facebook.com/dizzybatsmusic Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzu...
Episode 89 with Mark Tremalgia: They May Have Sprayed Their Hair, But They Didn't Go Full Make-up
December 02, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 71.7 MBIn this episode, Mark talks about legacy bands including Kix and his friendship with Brian Forsythe, being the sole guitar player in what was a 2 guitar player band, and organizing schedules for busy bands with busy members. Plus, hanging out with Ray Gillen, on stage volume wars and dispensing therapy as a guitar teacher. Mark plays a solo on Sunday mornings: https://www.facebook.com/834296584/videos/10159250207636585/ Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu...
Episode 88 with Time Nave (TAKAT, Overmountain Sound): Every SIngle Dumb Cartoon Character Had My Accent
November 29, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes - 82.3 MBIn this episode, Tim Nave talks about developing his hillbilly musical identity in eastern TN, playing punk shows in church basements, working night shifts and taking the business of music seriously. Plus, what is experimental folk, the impact of religion on musical expression, and does Gen Z have bad taste in music? You can check out Tim Nave at the following locations: https://www.theartistknownastim.com/ https://www.facebook.com/The-artist-known-as-Tim-685181168581739/?__xts__[%25AB0%2...
Episode 87 with Mike Jacobs (On The Cinder): We're From Buffalo, There's No Expectation At All
November 22, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes - 81.9 MBIn this episode, Mike Jacobs from On The Cinder talks about never leaving upstate NY, starting out in ska bands, living with bandmates and touring in vans that get gradually less lousy over time. Plus being a particularly thorough DIY band, the usefulness of pros and cons lists, releasing vinyl on your own label and being a stay-at-home dad You can check out On The Cinder at the following locations: https://onthecinder.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/onthecinder/ https://www.insta...
Episode 86 with Mike Jacobs (On The Cinder): We're From Buffalo, There's No Expectation At All
November 22, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes - 81.9 MBIn this episode, Mike Jacobs from On The Cinder talks about never leaving upstate NY, starting out in ska bands, living with bandmates and touring in vans that get gradually less lousy over time. Plus being a particularly thorough DIY band, the usefulness of pros and cons lists, releasing vinyl on your own label and being a stay-at-home dad You can check out On The Cinder at the following locations: https://onthecinder.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/onthecinder/ https://www.insta...
Episode 86 with Daniel Formica (Your Vocal Teacher): I Can Write a Lousy Song For You If You Want It
November 18, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 76.9 MBIn this episode, Daniel Formica talks about vocal coaching, dealing with vocals problems before it is too late, the tribulations of singing in a professional cover band, and some common singing myths. Plus, aging vocalists, performing "Jane" by Jefferson Starship and what the heck was yarling in the nineties? Check out Daniel singing Jane as discussed in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJ_ZaEGqJ7k Daniel is a professional singer and vocal coach. You can contact him at the foll...
Episode 85 with Aaron Smith (Elvis Tribute): I Wanted To be Elvis, But Then I Realized You Have To Sound Good
November 15, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 70.7 MBIn this episode, Elvis Tribute Artist Aaron Smith talks about his love of Elvis from an early age, developing his era specific Elvis act and spending time with members of Elvis' inner circle. Plus, how the Elvis Tribute community is like the punk rock community. the importance of both stage moves and vocals, and living with autism. You can check out Aaron here: https://www.facebook.com/AaronElvistribute/ Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions h...
Episode 84 with Mark Tremalgia: Sometimes I Pick Up The Guitar And Think "That Is So Bad"
November 11, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 77.4 MBIn this episode, Mark talks about joining a legacy band and handling the resulting expectations from the band, the fans, as well as bringing some of his own personality to the songs while paying the respect to the original playing. Plus, recording ideas on a phone, writing jingles and playing basketball at the YMCA in late 90's Los Angeles with movie stars. Mark plays a solo on Sunday mornings: https://www.facebook.com/834296584/videos/10159250207636585/ Paul works a day job and puts out v...
Episode 83 with Rick O Mortis (Children of October): We Just Wanted to Make a Couple of Records And Play Shows
November 08, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 68.1 MBIn this episode, Rick O Mortis of Children of October and October Studios, talks about longevity as a primary goal of the band, having 30(!) different bass players, being on tour when COVID hit and the practice requirements of playing drums extremely fast. Plus, the official band haircut, being the type A personality in the band and opening a recording studio. You can check out Rick O and his projects here: https://www.facebook.com/childrenofoctober https://www.facebook.com/OctoberRecordi...
Episode 82 with Jeff Dean (Heavy Seas, Airstream Futures): I Never Had The Ambition of Being The Front Guy In a Band
November 04, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 63.6 MBIn this episode, Jeff Dean of Heavy Seas and Airstream Futures, talks about the need to get out of your creative comfort zone, the impact of luck on finding success in music, getting label support from Little Rocket Records and Sell The Heart Records, and a day job as a recording engineer. Plus touring plans coming out of covid, choosing singles, and seeing Metallica at The Metro in Chicago You can check out Jeff and his projects here: https://www.facebook.com/jeffdeanrecording/ https://w...
Episode 81 with Mark Tremalgia: You Think I've Never Had a Tech That's Been Drunk All The Time?
October 28, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 70.3 MBIn this episode, Mark talks about finishing up the Little Caesar European tour, decompressing when coming back home, the tour bus lifestyle and how touring has changed since the late 90's. Plus, getting royalties when you hear funk guitar on Jimmy Kimmel, shining flashlights into actors' eyes, and deciding what to do next musically. Mark plays a solo every Sunday morning: https://www.facebook.com/834296584/videos/10159250207636585/ Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows ...
Episode 80 with Chuck Veri (iNCO FIdO): I Have a Big Ass Band Because I Want to Play With These People
October 25, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 78.1 MBIn this episode, Chuck Veri of iNCO FIdO, one of the best bands in Pittsburgh talks about the difficulties in having a band with 11 members including rehearsal time, fitting on small stages and songwriting, and what it means to be a band with horns that is not a ska band. Plus, having a hype man in the band and not owning a computer. You can check out Chuck and iNCO FIdO here: https://incofido.com/if https://www.facebook.com/incofido/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/07IYJTJgYOuRcH0c3bxOG...
Episode 79 with Chris Lowe (Volk): I Had to Learn a Lot of Things That I Didn't Really Want to Learn
October 21, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 85 MBIn this episode, Chris Lowe of the amazing Cowpunk duo Volk talks about working day jobs to stay afloat as a DIY musician in Nashville, the concept of "selling out" and how to build up a small band, and comparisons to White Stripes and bringing influences into the music. Plus, "nudie suits", the demented Dwight Yoakum, and why it is important to be nice to people. https://www.livevolk.com/ https://www.facebook.com/livevolk https://www.youtube.com/volkband https://open.spotify.com/artist/...
Episode 78 with Amy Morris: Well, I Definitely Wouldn't Mind a Space Ship
October 18, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 74.9 MBIn this episode, Amy Morris of the label Allegedly Records tell us about starting a business with partners that you have never met in person, splitting up responsibilities, choosing bands and taking submissions. Plus, launching the subscription service Punk Box, getting merchandise submissions and turning down bands while trying to offer encouragement. Amy is one of the the honchos at Allegedly Records. You can check them out and contact them here: https://www.allegedlyrecords.com/ https:...