Tales From the Gig

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Tales from the world of gigging- be it music, shift work, etc. Anything and anyone working in this era of the Gig Economy.

Colin Alvarez


    • Apr 6, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 10m AVG DURATION
    • 9 EPISODES


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    Episode 9- A New Format For a New World

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 62:09


    This week brings some changes! Kevin has moved on to new opportunities, so Colin welcomes his new cohost, Mike Boutte. Guitarist for the band PLS PLS as well as owner/operator of Soundhouse in Madison, GA, Mike brings a new perspective to TFtG. With this new perspective, the guys discuss their expanding format, opening the show to creators of all types, and will be interviewing in the coming weeks to see how creators are getting by and coping with the COVID-19 outbreak and ensuing quarantine.

    Episode 8- Joel Edwards

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2020 83:55


    This week Colin and Kevin have their first in studio guest! The man most talked about on Tales From the Gig, the incomparable Joel Edwards! Joel tells stories of his musical education, his days as a player in Nashville, and the projects he's been a part of since moving to Atlanta, GA!

    Episode 7- Mike Boutte

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 89:52


    This week Kevin and Colin are joined by Joel Edwards for the intro to this great episode featuring the one and only Mike Boutte, guitarist for Please Please and founder of SoundHouse! Mike tells the guys his back story and all of the exciting things going on at his Madison GA studio and Production house!

    Episode 6- Charlie Korch

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2020 82:04


    This week Kevin and Colin sit down with the inspiration for TalesFrom the Gig, the Great Charlie Korch! The guys swap stories about gigs, and we get to learn a little more from one of the hardest working musicians in the industry today!

    Episode 5- Max Levitan

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 72:12


    This week Colin and Kevin discuss the trials and tribulations of booking and promoting a band these days. The pair sit down with Max Levitan, the guitarist for up and coming band The Night Howlers out of Atlanta, GA!

    Episode 4- John Blackmon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2020 57:30


    This week Kevin and Colin sit down with drummer John Blackmon in a candid and fun conversation. John tells the guys about his time growing up in Mississippi, touring as a working musician, and where he sees the music Industry. There may or may not also be a story about a bat in a hotel room.

    Episode 3- Barry Richman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2020 37:08


    This week Kevin and Colin sit down with Atlanta Legend Barry Richman! Hear how Barry got started in the business, as well as some of his favorite gig stories! Barry even plays a little for the guys on his beautiful Paisley Telecaster! For more info on Barry, check him out at www.barryrichman.com!

    Episode 2- Truett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 69:20


    This week Kevin and Colin sit down with the Great Truett Lollis from Atlanta, GA. The guys discuss Truett's career, where his music is heading, and the industry in general.

    Tales From the Gig- Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 79:24


    Join Colin and Kevin in this first Episode as they Chat about their own experiences in the music world. They also discuss their plans for the show, and give some sneak peeks of upcoming episodes!

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