What’s more important than finding success in music? Find out in this thoughtful OpEd written by a musician, husband, and father in 2019.
Editorial
Listening Back to the Music of My Youth: How My Ears and the World Have Changed
A humble meditation on the way pop music’s sound and messaging has changed in the last 20 years, and how that makes me feel as a listener.
Why You Should Always Be Booking
Booking shows is tough, but here are some solid reasons why it’s worth every ounce of your bands’ energy to keep at it and work hard to improve.
7 Inspiring Musical Quotes and Why They Resonate with Me Today
Now that I’m a professional touring artist myself, I wanted to revisit quotes from my favorite all-time artists to see if they’re still relevant. They are.
Tour Diary: What I Learned On the Road with Metal Heavyweights Mushroomhead
I spent two weeks on the road opening for legendary metalheads, and in the process learned a ton about myself and touring on a professional level.
What Does “Success” in Music Mean Right Now?
The music industry today operates very differently than it did 20 years ago, and our expectaations around success have to operate differently too.
Finding Success in Music Without Focusing on Success
A short and sweet think piece on how to find success in the music industry without focusing on what that success tends to represent (fame).
The Oncoming Cacerolazo: Stories and Sounds from Puerto Rico’s Massive Protests
Drumming and loud sound are such large parts of Puerto Rican culture, it only makes sense they’d be the focal point of this week’s protests. Take a listen!
How to Be a Parent While Also Being a Musician
A thoughtful editorial about being a parent and musician at the same time, and some tips on how to balance the best of both worlds.
How to Eliminate the Obstacles Hindering Your Success
Fears, anxiety, and doubt cripple musicians day in and day out, and their abilities to drive toward success, but a subtle mindset shift can help.