Alicia and Dennis talk to the Mad Scatter, Trinell Armour, about how she got into the jazz scene, the musical projects she’s working on, and the role music plays in her life.
Read MoreDennis and Alicia interview Paul about his Monthly Muso Nights at the Ruin, his work with Random Change and other groups, and why it's important for artists to get out to shows if they want to make it in the industry.
Read MoreDennis and Alicia interview Grim Reaper Guitarist and Content Writer Nick Bowcott about how the music industry has changed over his career, the upsides and downsides of social media, and what true success looks like.
Read MoreDennis reads his latest article about how Trump succeeds on social media, not because his tweets are so high-tech or clever, but rather because he does things off social media that make his posts arresting.
Read MoreDennis and Alicia talk to vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Damon Mitchell about his new album, his upbringing with music, and his thoughts on the Fort Wayne music scene.
Read MoreMany artists of all stripes are reluctant to promote themselves because they hate the very idea of marketing. But maybe that's because they have the wrong idea about what good marketing entails.
Read MoreDennis interviews Alicia to get a progress report on their business. They discuss the original vision for the company, what some of the biggest disappointments and accomplishments have been, and what she has in mind for the future.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis talk to Jon about playing for weddings and other events, how he got into the music-booking business, and what he thinks about the Fort Wayne music scene.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis talk to Neso (aka Colin Mick) about his first album, which he's releasing while still a high school sophomore. Colin was once a student of Alicia's, and you'll hear right away what sets him apart from other aspiring musicians his age.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis sit down with Jim Amstutz, one of the owners of The Cottage Event Center in Roanoke, to discuss the joys and heartaches of running an event venue.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis go to One Lucky Guitar, and the adjoining venue, The B-Side, to talk to Matt Kelley about how he balances his work for the boutique creative agency with his artistic work. In addition to opening The B-Side to musicians from all over the country, Matt also plays in the amazing local band The Legendary Trainhoppers.
Read MoreDennis and Alicia visit Parkview Mirro Event and Conference Center to talk with sound technician Ryan Lentine about what goes into setting up sound for major events in the state-of-the-art venue.
Read MoreDennis and Alicia go to The Embassy Theatre in historic downtown Fort Wayne to talk with Events Manager Kelly Geiser about the range of events the venue plays host to, some of her favorite memories from the past years, and what the vision is for the future of this classic site in the heart of our city.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis visit The Charles to talk with the owners about the venue's new look, the joys and travails of hosting weddings and other events, and what's in store for the coming years.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis talk to Bob Bailey about his background in music, managing the musician/instructors at Sweetwater Academy, and what goes in to putting on GearFest, the largest trade show open to the public in the country. Then we go on to discuss his favorite part of his job, Rock Camp.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis talk to Caleb Young, the Associate Conductor for the Fort Wayne Philharmonic, about the role of symphony conductors, his own education, and what it's like to stand between the orchestra and the audience.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis visit the home of Eric Clancy, a jazz pianist, music educator, and music booking agent for Club Soda. They discuss his current projects, what it’s like to perform with some of his favorite collaborators, and how he views his role as a teacher.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis talk to Derek Reeves about what it’s like to perform for the Fort Wayne Philharmonic and how it’s different from performing in jazz, rock, or other types of bands. Along the way, we talk about pedagogy, what it’s like to have a musical family, and an invention that may change the way kids are taught proper bow technique.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis interview Purdue Fort Wayne’s Director of Music Technology about the new music degree programs on offer for students in the fall semester of 2018.
Read MoreAlicia and Dennis talk to Two-EEs Venue Manager Andy Sheer about the Uncorked Series, what goes into booking music for the winery, and how he got into the profession.
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