by daftparagon | Jul 31, 2016 | Band Life, Passion & Self Hate
I quit my job in March of 2015 and started working for myself as a freelance marketing consultant. That’s relevant to my overall point, but so are the events leading up to that decision. I’ve been a “top performer” at every place I’ve...
by daftparagon | Apr 23, 2015 | Band Life
The interverse is abuzz again over Amanda Palmer after she revealed that her famously raising over $1m on Kickstarter left her broke. She logically claims that the whole campaign was a loss-leader just to get the album done and help her move onto her next thing. Never...
by daftparagon | Nov 13, 2014 | Band Life, Guitar Store Gospel, Silly
I once auditioned a singer, and it didn’t go well at all. He needed to be picked up from a bus stop, which is fine but I don’t live near a bus stop. That should’ve been a sign1 that holding regular practices would be rough, especially since the...
by daftparagon | Jun 23, 2014 | Band Life, Guitar Store Gospel, Silly
It’s officially the offseason for basketball and football here in the States. And it’s the time of year where baseball teams start talking about acquiring someone to push for a title. Basically, there’s a whole lot of sportball dorks going on and...
by daftparagon | Mar 22, 2014 | Band Life, Guitar Store Gospel, Passion & Self Hate
Not too long ago, my musical compadre made the acquaintance of a drummer and bassist that were seeking a complete band. This was a perfect scenario as we were after their services as well and they seemed to be realistic and open-minded fellows. (not once did they...
by daftparagon | Feb 11, 2014 | Band Life, Guitar Store Gospel, Passion & Self Hate
My [super expensive] guitar cable gives me a woody. Just waiting to finalize my pedal needs and I’m making sure my whole signal chain is [super expensive guitar cable]. Having [fancy amp builder guy] wire my new … combo with [super expensive cables] too....
