Griot Session: FORCE1 KOMBAT with opening act Candace Furbert
On Friday, February 25th at 8p.m., Kombat: Hope for the Hood is taking place in the Chewstick Foundation’s brand new facility (across the street from Spinning Wheel). Despite minor setbacks, a major flood, and more than a few unruly floorboards we are going strong with our first ever Griot Session of the year! Kombat has been tirelessly rehearsing for this event and will definitely leave you wanting more at the end. “Hope for the Hood”, an interview-themed performance... Read More
CHEWronto Tour: Everything You Need to Know
Lots of people are buzzing about Chewstick’s latest tour, but are unclear about the details. We’ve put together a little FAQ for all your queries, but if you want to know anything else, feel free to comment below and we will do our best to answer! What’s this tour business? Last year, Chewstick took a group of artists to New York City for their first annual tour, dubbed ChewYork. This year, we’re heading to America’s friendly neighbour, Canada. ... Read More
Three Qualities to Maximize Success!
Recently, I was asked to make a presentation to some school students about the Music Biz and opportunities that exist for people who want to be successful in the Music Biz. Preparing for the presentation made me really reflect on the last 24 years (yes… 24 years!!) that I have been writing songs, recording demos, pitching songs, running a publishing company and placing songs in film & TV. I started to wonder what I would say if someone came up to me and asked... Read More
Music Appreciation: What’s Going On?
Music Appreciation Time! The dictionary probably says that music appreciation is defined as such: “Music appreciation is teaching people what to listen for and to appreciate different types of music.” I will attempt to keep to that definition with these semi-regular blogs. I’m going to try and present artists or albums or maybe just songs and go into their particulars: why, where, when and who. I’m not an educator but I know my music (popular music, anyway) and I seldom... Read More
