Free from Ties that Bind

I decided to disconnect my blog from my Facebook fan page. Years ago, I used to publish all sorts of blogs under the sun. I had fun writing about stuff, promoting stuff, etc. I don’t do that any more. It’s all business and no play. I’m as tired of that as I am of social […]

One Album Title Picked

A few weeks ago, I mentioned that I had enough music for two albums: one of Celtic geek comedy, and one of more ballady songs.  I also said I didn’t have a name for either album.  That changed this weekend.  On my drive to New Orleans, I named the second of those two albums.  The […]

Introducing TWO All-New Pub Songs Podcasts Complete with Celtic Music Biographies

The Pub Songs Podcast is once again evolving… I think.  We shall know for sure in a few weeks. What’s new? For one, it’s turning into a live show that you can watch via Google Hangouts or on YouTube. And I mean totally live. Watch me screw up, or kick butt, the whole nine yards. Second, […]

“Are you an indie musician?”

It’s a work day in Gunn Studios. The life of an indie musician, seems work is never done. It’s a wonderful challenge. It’s also great seeing up and coming musicians. At The Summit Farmers Market yesterday, this maybe 13-year old girl approached me. “Are you an indie musician?”, she asked? I set my autoharp down. She […]

Irish House in NOLA This Weekend, New Song and Decision About CDs

I’m back from a wonderful beach vacation with family and trying to catch up.  Before I get started, I need to let you know that I’m heading to New Orleans this weekend.  My folk duo Gunns & Drums (with Jamie Haeuser on bodhran) is performing at Irish House on St. Charles on Saturday night starting […]

Goals for the Week: record, mix, podcast

I’ve a busy week ahead before we take a wee beach vacation. Here’s what’s on the plate: 1. Record “Doctor of Gallifrey” 2. Email rough recordings to musicians 3. Record Pub Songs Podcast 4. Start mixing Scottish Songs of Drinking & Rebellion That should more than keep me busy. I’m still trying to figure out […]