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"It's all about intention." In this episode of the podcast, Lij Shaw sits down with seasoned artist, songwriter, and producer Ryan Ordway, who shares insights from his two-decade journey through the music industry. They discuss various nuances of music production, covering topics from remote recording challenges to the importance of acoustics and effective studio management. Ryan emphasizes the need for adaptability, personal interaction, and practical tips to ensure high-quality sound and a smooth creative process. Aspiring producers will gain valuable strategies for optimizing their craft and navigating the evolving landscape of music recording. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Ryan Ordway, a multifaceted artist, songwriter, producer, and audio engineer, proficient in analog and digital recording, mixing, music licensing, session playing, and commercial studio management. With over two decades of experience in the music business, he has recorded and produced nearly 1,000 songs across musical genres. Ordway has designed, built, and operated three commercial recording studios throughout his career. In 2020, he partnered with The Studio Portland in Portland, ME, where he undertook an ambitious remodel completed in 2024. Under Ordway's direction, The Studio became home to 98.9 WCLZ's Studio Z series, through which he has recorded an impressive roster of international recording artists, including: Noah Kahan, Grace Potter, Lake Street Dive, Joy Oladokun, The Heavy Heavy, Gregory Alan Isakov, Josh Ritter, Hiss Golden Messenger, Talk, SMYL, Lucius, Cecilia Castleman, Joseph, and Charlie Crockett, among others. Ordway's songwriting talents earned him an invitation to the renowned Blackbird Studios in Nashville, where he recorded with famed producer Ken Scott (whose client list includes The Beatles, Elton John, and David Bowie). His song "Easy Street," produced by Scott, was featured in Robert Willey's Getting Started with Music Production, published by Hal Leonard in 2015. Recognized for his ability to create transformative experiences for clients throughout New England, Ordway was nominated for Producer of the Year at the New England Music Awards in 2023. His song "Back Again" was nominated for Song of the Year in 2022. Ordway's original music is licensed in over 13 countries and featured on major platforms like Amazon Prime, Netflix, and Hulu. His music has appeared in popular TV shows such as NBC's The Office, ABC's Happy Endings, and FOX's Raising Hope. In 2023, his cover of Rusted Root's “Send Me on My Way” won him a multi-year contract for Nature Valley's Life Happens Out There national TV spot He has worked with other national clients, including Klondike, Polo Ralph Lauren, and John Deere. In addition to his technical expertise and commercial success, Ryan is a passionate educator and mentor. At The Studio Portland, he leads professional audio production training programs and recording camps, sharing his knowledge and inspiring the next generation of audio engineers and producers. Beyond music production, Ryan produces podcasts and provides voiceover (VO) and automated dialogue replacement (ADR) post-production services for elite clients such as Lucas Films, Netflix, HBO Productions, and Penguin Random House Audio Books division. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! http://UltimateMixingMasterclass.com https://www.adam-audio.com https://www.native-instruments.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://www.izotope.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://roswellproaudio.com/ https://www.makebelievestudio.com/mbsi Get your MBSI plugin here! https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academy  https://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/ Listen to this guest's discography on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5URoEkxCrLa3ESYMgxyR18?si=f386ffda39b14207 If you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/Review CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRockstars.com/492

I was a teenager when I picked up the guitar, and suddenly, I had the one thing I'd been looking for to craft the songs I'd been waiting to write. -Sarah Blacker This up-close and personal interview was recorded in my living room with a singer/songwriter who grew up down the street. We met when she was a teenager…and a friend of my daughter Colleen's. Years later, Sarah Blacker continues doing what she loves best: bringing comfort and joy to audiences large and small as a dynamic live performer. Heralded by the Huffington Post for her “infectious, well-written songs,” Sarah was named the 2024 Female Performer of the Year by the New England Music Awards. But there's so much more to Sarah's story because she harnesses the healing power of music as a Board-Certified Music Therapist and LMHC or Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Explains Sarah: “Listening to music can open up neuro-pathways. Music is magic. It gets us high. Sometimes, when I'm sitting there with Alzheimer's patients, my mind is blown, and my heart is exposed because I know that music is what unlocked a patient's memory.” A graduate of the Berklee College of Music, Sarah discovered music therapy during a tour of the school and realized that this academic path encompassed everything she had always loved about music. A survivor of life on the road as a musician, Sarah misses the audience but not the grueling schedule of an independent musician. “I lived on Dunkin Donuts for days, all for the love of music and those glorious moments when I got to be on stage, pouring my heart out, trying to connect with an audience.” The daughter of two music lovers, Sarah says that music was always playing at her house. “My dad had the greatest music collection of all time, everything from Paul Simon and Pink Floyd to Tubular Bells, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Seals & Crofts. My mom would make up her own silly songs. It was a creative household.” As a teen, Sarah's musical role models were all- female, including Tori Amos, Joni Mitchell, Fiona Apple and Paula Cole. Learning to play the guitar is what completed Sarah Blacker as an artist. Says Sarah: “It was like opening the gates to everywhere I ever wanted to go.” For an inspiring 24-minute musical journey, just hit that download button. #music #musictherapy #songwriter #singer

A preview of nominees for the 2024 New England Music Awards. Vote now until Friday October 11 at 11:59PM at www.NEMusicAwards.com. 

Time: ~48min. It's Episode 34! The New England Music Awards are November 10, and daily voting for artists nominated ends October 11. So other than the opening song, the episode features artists who are nominated for awards. Good luck to all the bands who have been nominated this year! Plus I have music news, history, a promo/marketing tip and a little nerdy news right out of SciFi for you! Enjoy and thanks for listening.  LINKS:  New England Music Awards Long-lost Mozart string composition discovered Public Radio Music Day receives official recognition  Fans find their Ticketmaster tix disappearing from their accounts StubHub accused of selling Oasis tickets before they went on sale Brain implant lets people with ALS & mobility issues control Amazon Alexa with their minds Support Scene Mom Says by purchasing merch! MUSIC: Mill's End - The Devil In Man Tiger Bomb - Can't Go Back Arrows of Athena - Insanity Jennifer Tefft & The Strange - Paper Cut Lovina Falls - Vaulted Jean Paul Jean Paul - Jai alai Battlemode - Playlist  Already Dead - Something Like A War  Morgan Alyse - Got 40 Other Brother Darryl - Sometimes  Feedback: scenemomsays@gmail.com Submit Your Music: https://danicutler.com/podcast/submit-your-music/ All Things Dani

Senie Hunt, a self-taught singer-songwriter and percussive guitarist, adopted from Sierra Leone to the United States. He brought his profound love for West African rhythms and percussion to his new home. Having endured the hardships of Sierra Leone's Diamond wars during his early childhood, Senie sought solace in the enchanting beats of the djembe drum, allowing him to creatively process his traumas.Upon arriving in America, Senie's father introduced him to the guitar, igniting a wave of experimentation where he skillfully merged traditional guitar styles with a captivating percussive groove, a testament to his West African heritage. Drawing inspiration from esteemed musicians like Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King, The Allman Brothers, as well as later influences such as Michael Hedges, Tommy Emmanuel, and Andy McKee.With a mesmerizing approach and unique style, Senie captivates audiences with his live looping, crafting performances that are a captivating blend of eclecticism, power, and artistic finesse.Recognized for his mastery of the guitar, Senie was honored with the Innovators award at the GSM Music Awards. Additionally, his remarkable talent earned him nominations for Best Male Performer of the Year in 2021 and the Rising Star award in 2022 at the esteemed New England Music Awards. His career highlights includes being the opening act for renowned artists such as Richard Thompson, The Levin Brothers, Brooks Young, Daby Touré, Kris Allen, Robert Randolph, The Wailers, and Recycled Percussions.https://www.facebook.com/seniehuntmusic/https://www.instagram.com/seniehuntmusic/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVvO9LRVRoFtzUYFop6HQUwHost - Trey MitchellIG - treymitchellphotographyIG - feeding_the_senses_unsensoredFB - facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848Sponsorship Information  -  ftsunashville@gmail.comTheme Song - The Wanshttps://www.thewansmusic.com/https://www.facebook.com/thewansmusic/https://www.instagram.com/thewans/?hl=en

Nominees for the 2023 New England Music Awards have been announced and voting goes until October 1st. This week we showcase just a few of the many talented artists this region has to offer. See the full list and vote now at www.NEMusicAwards.com. 

April is a singer/songwriter and farmer from Swanzey, New Hampshire. She was named 2022 New England Music Awards' Country Act of the Year. April has appeared in concert throughout New England and the country and has opened for artists like Darius Rucker, Kip Moore, Chase Rice. Her live renditions of the US and Canadian National Anthems have been heard at many venues including Fenway Park, Gillette Stadium, TD Garden, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, SNHU Arena, Delta Dental Stadium and more!

Monique Byrne and Andy Rogovin perform moving and inspirational songs that are sometimes joyful, sometimes wistful, and oftentimes, poignant, and that reflect a mutual passion for life, family and humanity. Their intimately blended vocal harmonies are mixed with an expressive and unique instrumental style that is best described as "a banjo-guitar romance." Crowes Pasture's style of intimate and soulful folk transports and connects listeners through universal experiences in their “skillfully crafted, emotional songwriting” (Chris Eastburn, award-winning composer).Crowes Pasture has made waves with two EPs and three full-length albums in just six-years time.  Their CD, "Slow It Down", was released in June 2019 at the legendary Club Passim. Since its release, the title track earned Crowes Pasture a #1 song, and the album debuted at #5 on the Folk Alliance International Charts. Since the release of their first album, "Edge of America," the duo has had eight Top 10 Songs on the Folk Charts, including "Take Back the Red White and Blue" (January 2022), their cover of Mary Gauthier's "Mercy Now" (June 2019), and the timely and topical song, "Quarantine" (January 2021).  Over the past few years, Crowes Pasture has performed at a number of renowned east coast music venues including Club Passim, Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockwood Music Hall, The Bull Run, and Circle of Friends Coffeehouse and has been a supporting act for The Small Glories and The Kennedys. The duo has been twice honored with nominations as “Roots Act of the Year” by the New England Music Awards (2019 and 2022) and as “Americana Artist of the Year” by the Boston Music Awards (2019). They were named finalists for Best Group/Duo in the 2020 International Acoustic Music Awards, and for Best Group/Duo in the 2021 IAMAs, for their song “A Virtue and a Call”. The duo has toured recently throughout Southern Ontario and Quebec, and is currently recording their third full length album with award-winning producer Eric Lichter of Dirt Floor Studios. The duo takes its name from the salt marsh and tidal flats known as Crowes Pasture, hidden away on the north side of Cape Cod, where the ocean tides recede twice a day to reveal intricate patterns on the shifting sands. This recurring cycle of creation and discovery evokes their own musical journey.https://crowespastureduo.comThanks for listening for more information or to listen to other podcasts or watch YouTube videos click on this link >https://thetroutshow.com/

New England Music Awards 2022 Pop Act of the Year winner Lainey Dionne performs on the WATD Tiny Stage and talks about her latest single releases. Learn more at www.laineydionne.com.

Frank Viele's brand of New England blues rock tugs at the heartstrings, pulling the listener on a surprise journey that transcends genre.Yet even as he's racked up accolades over the past 7 years — including New England Music Awards for Album of the Year, Male Performer of the Year, Songwriter of The Year (X2), and Live Act of The Year for gutsy, gritty tracks like “Broken Love Song” and “‘Til The Bourbon's All Gone” — he's rarely paused to savor the moment before moving on to yet another tour, album, or collaboration.It wasn't until the pandemic hit in early 2020 and he was forced to hunker down that Viele realized that time itself was the world's most precarious, yet precious, resource.At that time, Viele embarked on a writing-and-recording journey with Jimmy Nutt (Jason Isbell, American Aquarium, The Dead South) and James LeBlanc (Travis Tritt, Will Hoge, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Dylan LeBlanc, Kid Rock, Rascal Flatts) of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Within this co-writing collaborative partnership, Viele approached each new song slowly, intentionally, and with an open mind, challenging himself to transcend the limits of genre and industry expectations.In 2021, a handful songs that he had started recording in Connecticut, and finished at Nutthouse Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, were brought to life in the 2021 EP “Time Is A Thief.”  This EP won him the coveted New England Music Award for “Songwriter of The Year” for the second time and acted as a prequel to Viele's upcoming full-length 2023 album.In January 2023, the first track off Viele's forthcoming, 13-song album completed in Nutthouse Recording Studios, “Hearts We Left Behind”, came out in January of 2023 and was featured on Boston's Country 102.5 as their “Song Of The Week”.  “Hearts” continues to receive critical acclaim citing Viele's strength as a storyteller and his signature vocal delivery.The “magic dust” they are referring to has been gathered from experiences on the road and in venues across the country.  Viele built his sound and narrated his journey while constantly touring the United States, playing hundreds of shows each year and sharing the stage with artists such as John Waite, Jeffrey Gaines, Lee DeWyze, Zach Myers of Shinedown, Bob Marley's Wailers, Howie Day, Xavier Rudd, Ingrid Michaelson, Tony Lucca, Pat McGee, and Blues Traveler, among others, since the release of his first solo album in 2015.But Frank Viele's musical journey starts long before that… Fondly listening to his grandmother play piano as a child and later reinvigorated as a teenager inspired by his older brother's taste in music and an acoustic guitar he left behind when he moved to the West Coast, Viele developed a deep appreciation for a wide range of genres including rock, blues, folk, and country.He began writing his own music as a teenager and quickly developed a knack for crafting deeply personal and emotive songs that spoke to the human experience.After honing his craft fronting New York City based Jam/Funk/Rock Outfit “Frank Viele & The Manhattan Project”, Viele released his debut solo album “Fall Your Way” in 2015, which was met with critical acclaim including 2 New England Music Awards for Album of The Year and Male Performer of The Year.  (On top of the Live Act of The Year Award he had received in 2014).The Album, “What's His Name?” won Frank Viele the New England Music Award for “Songwriter of The Year” which paved this Connecticut musician's path to Muscle Shoals, Alabama where he began the next chapter of his writing and recording journey. Viele's music is characterized not only by his powerful vocals, soulful guitar playing, and poignant lyrics, but also its deep honesty. This is an artist who is not afraid of wearing his heart on his sleeve, and dig deep into the joys and struggles of life. He has been praised for his ability to blend elements of folk, blues, and

Charlie Rockwood Farr and Lynne Taylor are singer songwriters and multi-instrumentalists who first met while on tour with Alt-country-rock band, Liz Frame and the Kickers in 2011. They went on to work together in the Lynne Taylor Band and Halo and the Harlots, finally landing in 2018 as Rockwood Taylor, an edgy Americana duo that calls on a wide range of influences from Woody Guthrie to John Prine, Steve Earle and Townes Van Zandt, Nina Simone to Patsy Cline to Patti Smith. The result is a collection of rootsy, gutsy, honest songs that transcend boundaries, taking the listener on a gritty journey through our collective human experience. Based in Massachusetts, they have toured throughout the Northeast US as far west as Ohio, and as far south as North Carolina. They released their first EP, Finding Home, in April 2019, which was nominated for Album of the Year by the New England Music Awards.

In this episode, Dr. Leah and Taraleigh talk with musician and singer/songwriter Liz Bills about her evocative ways of delivering healing and transformation through music and collaborative performance. Liz shares her own journey with mental health, chronic pain, and sobriety, and how her music has evolved to facilitate more healing experiences along the way. Liz describes how she sees herself as a “nervous system tuner” as a musician and how she focuses on creating co-regulation through live music. In the “Did you Know” Dr. Leah explains what nervous system regulation means and how it can be done through co-regulation with another person or through self-regulation on one's own. Taraleigh gives listeners a couple of techniques to use for self-regulation in the “Daily Jam.” Liz Bills is known for her entrancing high energy performances and emotionally charged power vocals, passionate and honest in her songwriting and stage presence; Liz is unapologetically brave yet incredibly vulnerable and real. Taking you on a wild ride that is intoxicatingly sweet and dangerously ferocious.Liz's highlights include the 2020 and 2021 Boston Music Award's ‘Singer/songwriter of The Year' nomination, winning ‘Pop Act of The Year' in 2021, ‘Roots Act of The Year' in 2019 and ‘Rock Act of the Year' in 2018 for the New England Music Awards, opening for Bon Jovi at Mohegan Sun in 2017, runner-up in the 2016 Aloft Rising Star with Daughtry, and a semi-finals appearance in the WZLX's 2016 Rock Rumble. Liz was a top 30 female finisher in the 2013 American Idol competition, and has been compared to singers such as Grace Potter, Janis Joplin, Florence and the Machine and Susan Tedeschi. https://www.lizbills.com/This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please leave us a rating or review on iTunes and join our Facebook group to dive deeper into the conversation of live music and health and wellness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an all-music episode! Senseless Optimism of Boston joins me to catch up on all that's happened since we last spoke, and believe me, a lot has happened! The singer-songwriter released the new single "Done" on Oct. 7 with a brilliant music video shortly afterward. She's also been nominated in the Boston Music Awards and New England Music Awards, taking home multiple titles in the latter. We talk about the new sound and what went into it as well as her planning for the music video.   After this, enjoy the new single, which incorporates music of her West African roots, most notably elements of Soukous and Makossa.   Following that, Canada-based band Selfish Bodies and I dive into their origin in early 2018 and how their style changed as the lineup shifted. We talk about their plans as a band and how those had to change when COVID hit, and how they've gotten back into the flow as things reopened.   To close things out, we've got their recent release, “Bambi Legs.”

Lindsay from The New England Music Awards co-hosts a spotlight on the 2022 New England Music Award Nominees. Hear tracks from The Sparkle and Fade, Andrew Geano, Dakota Smart, Lainey Dionne, Cold Engines, Melic Moon, Fil Pacino, Audrey Bussanich, Kimaya Diggs, Morgan Johnston, Sensless Optimism, Paper Tigers, Weakened Friends, Lauren King, Crooked Coast, Isabel Pless, Zola Simone, April Cushman, King Kyote, Total Strangers, Roots Of Creation, OhYah, Chelsea Curve, Molly O'Leary, Blacktop Strut, Dalton & The Sheriffs and more! The Awards Show is Sunday November 13 at Six Strings in Foxboro. Vote for your favorites and get your tickets now at www.NeMusicAwards.com. 

Stephanie was pumped to chat with Will and he was gracious enough to take time during rehearsal to talk with her. Below is from Will's website! "Will Evans has spent the last decade as the primary songwriter and frontman for the New England-based roots-rock outfit Barefoot Truth. After four albums and 50+ million streams on Pandora & Spotify, he's embarked on his solo journey—carrying along some of the Jack Johnson-ish vibes from his earlier band. He's since released three additional full-length albums and traveled the U.S. & Europe several times over. In his shows, Evans displays technical mastery of live-looping that showcase his skills as a multi-instrumentalist, including the didgeridoo, steel drums, percussive beatboxing, acoustic guitar, and layers of soulful vocals. His album “Rise” was nominated for three categories by the New England Music Awards. The album features deeply personal topics of humanity, compassion, and a reflection of the current political times. While promoting the album, he toured extensively with his friend and fellow conscious-roots musician Trevor Hall, performing for sold-out crowds across North America and Europe. In 2020 Evans released ‘The Summer Swell,' a 3-song live EP, as well as a new summer-vibed single: “Lean In.” ENVIRONMENT, HOPE, AND INCLUSION A lifelong surfer and environmentalist, Evans' songs speak to the importance of connecting with—and protecting—the earth. At a time when so many are looking for words of inspiration and reassurance, his songs deliver messages of family, love, hope, and inclusion." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie7502/support

I first met Prateek as so many folkish roots songwriters will tend to meet, at the Lizard Lounge Open Mic. I was judging and Prateek was performing/learning the ropes helping with running sound. His excitement and desire to be a part of something bigger than himself, a community, was palpable and he wore that genuine eagerness on his sleeve.Flash forward 6 or so years and he has become one of the mainstays in the Boston and Cambridge/Somerville songwriter community. Get nods from the BMAs and New England Music Awards and playing all over town and beyond.It was great to catch up with Prateek to talk about music, community and his path from open mic all star to releasing a host of projects under his name and his hopes for the future.https://www.prateeksongs.com/Interview by Brian CarrollEdited by Brian Carroll

Sean McLaughlin is a producer, engineer, mixer and assistant professor in the Music Production and Engineering Major at Berklee. He started his studio,  37' Productions, as a means for musicians to achieve high quality, label-ready recordings routinely unavailable to unsigned artists. Sean has worked with notable producers Andy Johns, Jimbo Barton, Carmen Rizzo, and artists Rush, Elliott Smith, Marilyn Manson, Death Row Records, and many others.  In 2013, 2018 and 2019, Sean had the honor of being named Producer of the Year by the New England Music Awards. In 2019, Sean became the first to win Producer of the Year for both the Boston Music Awards and New England Music Awards in the same year. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: Attended vs. unattended sessions: Which should you do? How to use an artists' rough mix to help make your mix sound better How to get mix revision notes that make your life easier Editing vocals and drums Editing drums - using tempo mapping to create a more natural feel The problem with using multiband compression The # 1 question you should ask all artists before you start working with them in order to make sure everyone shares the same creative vision EQ: Before or after compression? Should you start a mix with drums or vocals? To learn more about Sean McLaughlin, visit: https://www.37ft.com/ To learn more tips on how to improve your mixes, visit https://masteryourmix.com/   Download your FREE copy of the Ultimate Mixing Blueprint: https://masteryourmix.com/blueprint/   Get your copy of the #1 Amazon bestselling book, The Mixing Mindset – The Step-By-Step Formula For Creating Professional Rock Mixes From Your Home Studio: https://masteryourmix.com/mixingmindsetbook/   Join the FREE MasterYourMix Facebook community: https://links.masteryourmix.com/community   To make sure that you don't miss an episode, make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or on Android.   Have your questions answered on the show. Send them to questions@masteryourmix.com   Thanks for listening! Please leave a rating and review on iTunes!

On today's episode, Scott interviews an exciting new Reggae Artist, Joe Sambo. Scott played with Joe's dad Jimmy, for a number of years on the road. His debut album, “The Wrong Impression”, ranked #1 on the reggae billboard charts in 2019. During that same year, he was awarded Best Male Artist at The New England Music Awards. His original tune, “Beef” is a #1 hit in Hawaii. Joe's larger than life personality has made him a YouTube sensation. His dance moves, colorful lyrics and satiric comedy are purely original — in one video he's holding a can of Beef labeled “House Made Grooves”. Joe Sambo has over ten thousand followers on social media, and recently signed as an artist on LAW Records. His latest EP, “Crazy Little Village”, is now streaming on all platforms. For a guy from New Hampshire, his music transports you to the freedom and joy of ocean breezes and palm trees. This talented authentic artist, certainly GOT CHOPS! Follow Joe on Website: www.joesambo.com Instagram: @joesambomusic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7YZitvv_J8-vgt1VPqQXpg FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/joesambomusic Follow Got Chops on Instagram: @gotchopspodcast Listen to Got Chops Podcast on - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754 - Anchor: https://anchor.fm/gotchops - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM Follow Scott on Instagram: @scottgrimaldimusic Twitter: @GrimaldiMusic Facebook: Scott Grimaldi - "The Color Of Midnight" Website: www.grimaldimusic.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gotchops/message

Text the word JOURNAL to 202-217-0704 to receive journal prompts & to connect 1:1 with me!! YES, that's my # and it's ME! What's Your Money Frequency? Find Out Now Come say hi over on Instagram Intro/Outro Song - Hoka Hey by Will Evans feat. Trevor Hall : Listen Now   In Today's Episode You Will Learn:   What the word abundance means to Will How Will got to where he is as far as appreciating the abundance around him Wills journey through his given medicine, music, and how he learned it Why he is so passionate about music and certain instruments Learning to release the need for a certification, degree, or external validation from someone else when you're already enough Navigating through ego and fear as a musician when it comes to money and reaching out to fans for help The power of showing up in the unknown and the impact it can have in your life Some of the limiting beliefs and situations that Will had to overcome in 2020 How to start embracing the fear of failure Some things that Will is currently navigating through and how he's unlearning and reprogramming some of those beliefs  Why it's so important to remember and learn to enjoy the process rather than trying to get to the “final result” What Will does to keep his energy at a good vibration and reconnect with himself and his family An important reminder from Will if you're about to quit on your dreams and souls purpose Shownotes: Today I am joined by the very talented Will Evans. In this episode we talk all about music, navigating ego, asking for help, the fear of failure, the fear of success, how to reground and so much more. Will shares with us his journey with music and some lessons he has learned from it that apply to everyday life.  Meet Will: Will Evans has spent the last decade as the primary songwriter and frontman for the New England-based roots-rock outfit Barefoot Truth. After four albums and 50+ million streams on Pandora & Spotify, he's embarked on his solo journey—carrying along some of the Jack Johnson-ish vibes from his earlier band. He's since released three additional full-length albums and traveled the U.S. & Europe several times over.In his shows, Evans displays technical mastery of live-looping that showcase his skills as a multi-instrumentalist, including the didgeridoo, steel drums, percussive beatboxing, acoustic guitar, and layers of soulful vocals.His album “Rise” was nominated for three categories by the New England Music Awards. The album features deeply personal topics of humanity, compassion, and a reflection of the current political times. While promoting the album, he toured extensively with his friend and fellow conscious-roots musician Trevor Hall, performing for sold-out crowds across North America and Europe. In 2020 Evans released ‘The Summer Swell,' a 3-song live EP, as well as a new summer-vibed single: “Lean In.” ENVIRONMENT, HOPE, AND INCLUSION A lifelong surfer and environmentalist, Evans' songs speak to the importance of connecting with—and protecting—the earth. At a time when so many are looking for words of inspiration and reassurance, his songs deliver messages of family, love, hope, and inclusion.   Connect with Will: Website | Instagram | Spotify

The 2021 Nominees for the New England Music Awards have been released! Lindsay Van Kauwenberg of the NEMA Planning Committee co-hosts as we take a listen to some of this year's nominated artists. Learn more and vote for your favorites now at www.NEMusicAwards.com. Public voting closes on August 31, 2021. 

Katie Dobbins’ Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/KatiedobbinsmusicArtist’s Website: https://www.katiedobbinsmusic.com/Follow the podcast on Spotify, iTunes, Google PodcastsInstagram for the show: @musicfromfriends, get updates and share music suggestions for future shows!Spotify playlist for the show: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7bxuqAQuDxYiGQSqWK6cl6?si=sAUOC3OxS1Kttr2jVyb3rg About Katie Dobbins' music from her website: “Since the release of She Is Free, Dobbins has spent her musical career sharing her personal songs and stories about finding herself, pursuing dreams, and cherishing relationships while boldly exhorting listeners to set themselves free to live, love, and follow their own passions. Recorded at The Recording Co-op, an old barn that had been converted into a beautiful music studio, She Is Free received critical acclaim. Brian Varneke of Deli Magazine called it "a deeply personal record full of reflective poetry and messages of love," and Music Box Pete described Dobbins' sound as "derived within the folk and country mindset, with a realistic and down home sound that transports you directly to Nashville by way of Boston." For Dobbins, it was a personal declaration that fear would no longer hold her back, and that she had been set free to live with passion, expectation for great things, and love.Dobbins' sophomore album, There Is Light, contains remarkably honest songs that capture seasons of both hardship and joy, but hold onto the hope that light will always illuminate and overpower darkness. The songs range a variety of genres, incorporating elements of folk, pop, and country, and dreamlike qualities that connect them all. This second album is a clear evolutionary step for Dobbins, with increased depth and range vocally, lyrically, and musically that together make her unique way of describing personal relationships and life challenges even more powerful and compelling. Full of songs that explore the intimate relationship of despair and hope with the human spirit, There Is Light reveals Dobbins as more seasoned in both life and her artistry. Nominated for Album of the Year at The 2019 New England Music Awards, the album is currently available on all digital streaming platforms."The theme for this episode is Songs That Inspire.  Katie came up with that theme because it reflects her motto of “Be You, Be Brave, Be Free” and is throughout all of her music.  Katie has a lot of great songs for that theme, so make sure to give them a listen on the show’s Spotify playlist.Songs featured in this episode:“Something to be Found” - Katie Dobbins“Jeep Song” - Katie Dobbins“Photograph the Stars” - Katie Dobbins“Rescue” - Yuna“She Moves Her Own Way - The Kooks“Suddenly I See” - KT Tunstall“Rise up” - Andra Day“Top of the World” - Greek Fire

Will Dailey is an acclaimed independent recording and performing artist. His sound has been described as having a rich vintage vibe while having a firm appreciation of AM rock, pop and big hooks leading famed Rock journalist Dan Aquilante to call him “the real deal”. Will has shared the stage and studio with Eddie Vedder, T Bone Burnett, Tanya Donelly, Willie Nelson, Roger McGuinn, G Love, Ryan Bingham and Kay Hanley.Dailey's album, National Throat, has been met with stellar reviews, over 8 million spins on Spotify, top 20 on Billboard Heat Seeker chart and won Album of the Year in the Boston Music Awards, New England Music Awards and Improper Bostonian Magazine.In our conversation, Will talks about:Learning the rules of the craft and then breaking themWhy everything (including good songwriting) is pattern and pattern upsetHow playing with other people brings out different parts of yourself andHaving respect for your listener

LIZ BILLSA vocal powerhouse, a dynamic songwriter and an empowering force who bares her heart for the world to see. Known for her entrancing high energy performances and emotionally charged power vocals, vulnerable and passionate in her songwriting and stage presence; Liz openly discusses mental health, female empowerment and many other sensitive topics that so desperately need to be explored. Highlights have included winning Roots Act of The Year in 2019 and ‘Rock Act of the Year in 2018 for the New England Music Awards, opening for Bon Jovi at Mohegan Sun in 2017, runner-up in the 2016 Aloft Rising Star with Daughtry, and a semi-finals appearance in the WZLX's 2016 Rock Rumble. Liz was a top 30 female finisher in the 2013 American Idol competition, and has been compared to singers such as Grace Potter, Janis Joplin, Florence and the Machine and Susan Tedeschi.

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Our final highlight of 2019 Nominees before the voting ends on Thursday night. In this hour you'll hear from Liz Bills, Prateek, Carissa Johnson and the Cure-Alls, Seth Rosenbloom, Daniel Miller, The Devils Twins, Meaghan Casey, Sarah Borges, Ali McGuirk, Dan Masterson, Three at Home, Brian McKenzie and Josh Knowles. There are so many amazing nominees, I wish I had time to feature more. See the complete list at www.NEMusicAwards.com. 

The nominees for the 2019 New England Music Awards have been announced and over the next few weeks we'll be recognizing some of those nominated this year. In part 2 you'll hear music from Sam Robbins, Amy Mantis and the Space Between, Grace Morrison, Daisybone, Chris Moreno, Alex Anthony, Katie Dobbins, The Elovaters, Kaiti Jones, The Daybreakers, Lexi James and Sofia Lee Davis. Vote for your favorites at www.NEMusicAwards.com. The awards show is Sept 7 at Mixx 360 in Malden. More information on the awards show here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2406819669536948/. Part three will air on August 13 from 8-10PM on 95.9 WATD and 959WATD.com. 

The nominees for the 2019 New England Music Awards have been announced and over the next two weeks we'll be recognizing some of those nominated this year. In part 1 you'll hear music from Amanda McCarthy, The Hats, Jay Psaros, Kala Farnham, Shaun England, Kat Kennedy, Dwight & Nicole, Eddie Japan, Annie Brobst, Munk Duane, Evelyn Cormier and Sam Luke Chase. Vote for your favorites at www.NEMusicAwards.com. The awards show is Sept 7 at Mixx 365 in Malden. More information on the awards show here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2406819669536948/. Part two will air on August 6 from 8-10PM on 95.9 WATD and 959WATD.com. 

We sit down with New England Music Awards officials, John Flemming and Mike Flynn to discuss the 2019, 8th Annual Music Awards.

We love our Reverbnation winners!!! Tune in and discover new talent.  Boston’s Best Not Broken has built a reputation for high energy shows and catchy, power pop/rock original songs. As a 2016 New England Music Awards winner, Best Not Broken has earned radio airplay with “Tell Me That You Want Me” and “I Won’t Stop Loving You”, as well as the recently released “Faster”. https://www.reverbnation.com/bestnotbrokenband  

During this special Almost Famous Early Bonus Hour on 95.9 WATD (7-8PM) we recognize some of the 2018 New England Music Award winners! Congrats to everyone who was nominated this year!! Look forward to seeing you in 2019!! See the complete list of winners at www.NEMusicAwards.com. 

The Daybreakers play live on the WATD Tiny Stage. Nominated for Rock Act of the Year at the New England Music Awards, vote for them now at www.NEMusicAwards.com. Also see them live at the Marshfield Fair as part of the Marshfield Fair Almost Famous Night with The Ultra and Abby Vail. 

Country Act of the Year at The 2017 New England Music Awards on Radio New England w/ JoeG

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Sean McCarthy and Max Davis are the bass and banjo players for the Ghost of Paul Revere, a non-traditional folk band that has won multiple awards, including Best in Maine at the 2014 New England Music Awards. DJ Jon has been consistently voted Portland’s number one DJ for over two decades. Currently he can be heard at WHTP-Portland’s Hot 104.7. In 2016, he formed Event Mix DJ, a company that provides quality DJ services for events, weddings, and birthdays. https://www.themainemag.com/radio/2017/08/love-maine-radio-307/

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Born in Brussels, Belgium in 1973, Zeke Martin entered the world with a pair of drumsticks in his hands. As child, he had a strong appreciation for diverse musical styles such as Jazz, Funk, Reggae and Rock, and was heavily influenced by his father, the late Stu Martin, who played with Jazz royalty including Herbie Hancock, John McLaughlin, Charles Mingus, Dave Holland and Quincy Jones to name a few. Now known for his own drumming chops and unique style, Zeke Martin has carved out his own musical path which has led him to create a fresh funk-jazz style that he explores with his band on "The Zeke Martin Project 4" which just won Best Jazz CD at the New England Music Awards. When Zeke and his band join Julie to share their music, it's a hip funky-farm thang.