Hold That Thought

John Sammel

Designed to help educate musicians and venue onwers and to unravel the creativity behind each project. Good conversation creates lasting memories.

  1. 06/22/2018

    What's Your Story ?

    Show notes : The five C's to help you organize and develop your story. Circumstances, Curiosity, Characters, Conversations and Conflict. Links and resource for developing your story: https://www.wordstream.com/blog/ws/2014/12/05/business-storytelling Quote from Joshua Reilly "People are seeking art and music to enrich their lives, to surround themselves with something more interesting than they can provide through their own mind. As an artist, telling your story allows fans to identify with you on a more human level. Folks are more likely to spread the word about your art when they have something interesting to say about where it came from. We as artist, need to provide that content."

    What's Your Story ?

  2. 06/13/2018

    Getting Out of Town

    In this episode my good friend Jamie Salvatore explains the benefits about getting out of town. I also include two ways to help book out of town gigs. The first is by doing a dry run in the city you are looking to play in. This can be easily accomplished by networking with other musicians at open-mics. The second is by cold-calling venues. Quotes : " The real voyage of discovery consist not in seeing new landscapes but inn having new eyes." - Marcel Proust

    Getting Out of Town

  3. 05/26/2018

    Exposure Gigs

    In this Episode we go over some ideas on how to monetize exposure gigs. Want to share your input send a message on Twitter at @Holdthat77

    Exposure Gigs

  4. 04/25/2018

    Episode 17 - Kevin Brawley

    In this episode we rapped about teaching, comfort zones, reinventing yourself, being in the moment, self talk, Neal Peart and Jacob Blazer. Quotes "The Kids need me at my best." " That was hard to figure out, because I don't come from that school of thought." " If you can be in the moment that's when I think audiences pay attention." In regards to playing cover shows. " I try to embody that on the stage and in the classroom." In regards to being in the moment. " Be open to something else happening." " Never write a setlist, be open to the possibilities of what each show could be." " This is your 5th year, you have the routine down." " For me, it's teaching the kids. Making my community, my state, a more compassionate artistic place. A place where kids feel comfortable in their own skin." Lyrics from "Light of Day." " I know I can't say just how many days you've got, but I know you've still got today.... So be thankful for the light of the day. Favorite saying Dumpster Fire Kevin Brawley Teacher Talk: Reinvent Your Routine https://youtu.be/amHZ2D8egNo Twenty Three Over Four http://twentythreeoverfour.com Social https://www.facebook.com/twentythreeoverfour/ https://www.facebook.com/kevbrawley

  5. 03/15/2018

    Educational Moment - The Idea Book

    In this episode we discuss " The Idea Book" by Fredrik Haren. Inside this amazing book is a story of how the Police of Chief was able top solve a crucial problem by doing the exact opposite. I have utilized this exercise to generate ideas for my music production company. Feel free to reach out to us on Twitter @Holdthat77 - https://twitter.com The Idea Book https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2898877-the-idea-book?ac=1&from_search=true

    Educational Moment - The Idea Book

  6. 03/02/2018

    Episode 16 - Forrest Hoffar

    In this episode with Forrest we rapped about his latest album, which is titled " The Temporary Nature of Things." Visually appealing album artwork, comparing and contrasting Tampa/Nashville's music scene, touring, venue owners and the marriage of music and art. Quotes from Forrest "Now I can do what I like, I work 20 hours a week." "I don't believe you have to move to Nashville if you want to make it." "Freedom is really making it in my world." "You are either building yourself up or beating yourself up." Album Artwork : Palmer Holmes and Sammie Yun http://www.knowyourrivals.com Forrest Hoffar website - http://www.forresthoffar.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/forresthoffar/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jt_097Cr_P8&feature=youtu.be

    Episode 16 - Forrest Hoffar

  7. 02/01/2018

    Episode 15: Cutty Jones

    In this Episode we rapped about Dj’ing, live performances , mental health, social media , brand ambassadors, adding your own creative touch to classic songs, overcoming the typical request, where to find new mixes and music for musicians. Cutty Jones https://www.facebook.com/cuttyjonesband/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZC3kLManTuGn7p-opI3Og https://www.instagram.com/cutty.jones/ Quotes from Cutty Jones -"It seems like a giant mountain to climb. " In regards to learning a new field. - "I have always had a hands on approach to it." On performing - "I definitely hit some road blocks." - " You would learn something new, and from learning something new you would be discouraged." - "The bay-area has some fire players." - "You have every tool in the world to reach your crowd." -" Girls like hooks and words." DJ Tools Dj City DJ Pool Music Industry Blog https://musicindustryblog.wordpress.com/2018/01/16/free-report-lyrics-take-centre-stage-in-streaming-music/ I love this quote because it is so true. In regards to social media marketing. " It's ironic that one dj can stay up on top if marketing but a four piece band can't. Here is my tip: Take two week shifts. Each band member must maintain the social feeds for 2 weeks. That breaks down to every 6 weeks your dreadful service will appear. Follow us on Twitter at @holdthat77 Drop us a line at cjsevents1@gmail.com

    Episode 15: Cutty Jones

  8. 01/18/2018

    Episode 14 - David Brimer

    In 2017 David Brimer played a total of 103 gigs. This included a tour from Connecticut to Georgia. Four of these shows included successful tributes to the Stones, Hendrix, Petty and the Beatles. He released his first all Jazz album ( Mulberry ) 2 ep's and a single. He wrote a screen play that finished as a finalist in 13 horror screen play contest, wrote a novel and managed to get married all in one year. In this episode we rapped about all of that and more. Quotes from David Brimer " It's what you choose to do with time." "The creative urge in me is always very strong." "I would work on 3 or 4 different projects a day by segmenting my day out." "I am always working on something that pushing me forward." "Finding gigs involves creativity." "I started as a flowery writer." "If I am going to do something, I have to excel at it." " Once it becomes physical than it becomes real to me." Notes Idea book ( highly recommend ) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2898877-the-idea-book?ac=1&from_search=true Marcel the Drunkard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Zop5fXyODU&t=44 David Brimer https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClE2BrEW0jqmJw1JZOSlgpQ Ladymoon Beam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8emeCwFuRSM Book Recommendation Love is a Mix Tape https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/46190.Love_Is_a_Mix_Tape?ac=1&from_search=true

    Episode 14 - David Brimer
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Designed to help educate musicians and venue onwers and to unravel the creativity behind each project. Good conversation creates lasting memories.

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  • Creator
    John Sammel
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2018
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Hold That Thought