The four members of New Jersey-born rock band Lizard Music reflect on tour adventures, day jobs, and first gigs. They also discuss the definition of success in the music industry.
Monday Morning Video – Butch Walker Honors Adam Schlesinger
Butch Walker is a bad-ass in his own right but he takes it to another level in this tribute to the late Adam Schlesinger. Schlesinger was a tragic early Covid casualty but his legacy lives on in an incredible catalog of power pop songs. Walker performed the Schlesinger composition “Guitar Center” at an online tribute […]
Mayer’s Playlist for Fall 2021, Part 2
Cityview, The Accidentals (from the self-released Vessels) With the addition of drummer Michael Dause the Accidentals have expanded their musical palette into full-on rock territory. Songs like opener “Count the Rings”, “Rollercoaster” and “Slow and Steady” bristle with an electric guitar and bass fueled energy. That said, the group also mine familiar acoustic cello and […]
Brandy Zdan on Music Industry Priorities and Touring in “Townes Van Zdan”
Brandy Zdan talks about singing the Canadian National Anthem at hockey games as a teenager, hustling for gigs, and surviving as a middle class musician.
Stash – Walk the Walk
Stash is an all-star group from the West Coast roots rock scene. They will be releasing their excellent album “Walk the Walk” on November 5th. Born out of the pandemic the album should not be this much fun. Thankfully it is an eclectic Rock N’ Roll gem that I have had on repeat since getting […]
Jon Snodgrass on Washing Dishes, Listening More, and Talking Less
Jon Snodgrass talks about keeping a tour log, 4 day weekends, and The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
Carolyn Wonderland on Auto Mechanic Classes and Her Motto for Musical Success
Austin-based guitarist Carolyn Wonderland talks about a dumpster-shaped cloud and Cliffie, the Big Red Sprinter.
Monday Morning Video – Stevie Ray Vaughan
How about a two-fer from the late, great Stevie Ray Vaughan to kick off the week. First, a searing version of “Life Without You” followed by a searing version of “Tightrope”.
Ike Reilly on Two (and Three) Drink Minimum Rehearsals and the Power of Songs
Ike Reilly talks about his victorious performing debut, taking a pay cut, and his tours in “The Patterson” and “The Pig”
Monday Morning Video – Terra Lightfoot
Don’t let the gentle beginning fool you, this song will give you a bigger jolt of energy than any caffeinated beverage drink. “Midnight Choir” is from Terra Lightfoot’s 2020 release Consider the Speed. Crank it up.