Putting a “Dream Into Action”

This post started out as a recap of the notable moments from Thursday night's Howard Jones show at the Keswick Theatre in Glenside, Pa...but evolved into something completely different. So, yeah...I went to see Howard Jones perform this past Thursday night, marking the fourth time I've seen him live. The first time was a solo … Continue reading Putting a “Dream Into Action”

New music: Kate Miller-Heidke – “Liberty Bell”

Note: Most of what was written here is from a June 11 "Artist to Watch" post showcasing Fatty Gets A Stylist (FGAS), which is the name of a side project featuring Kate Miller-Heidke (KMH) on vocals. The CD was released digitally in the U.S. for a brief period during the summer and then pulled (although … Continue reading New music: Kate Miller-Heidke – “Liberty Bell”

Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 014 – 08.22.2011

Tandem With The Random podcast No. 14 (8/22/2011) features an interview with Margaret Fontana of the Italian American Girl blog and a few random thoughts on the bands The Naked and Famous and Winter Gloves. File size: 8.2 MB. Time: 17 min, 42 sec. Host: Brian Kelley. Interact with Tandem With The Random Web - … Continue reading Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 014 – 08.22.2011

Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 012 – 07.11.2011

Tandem With The Random podcast No. 12 (7/11/2011) features an interview with author Allen Schatz, who returns to the podcast after his initial appearance Feb. 21, 2011. Allen has recently published his second e-book "7th Inning Death," which is the sequel to "Game 7: Dead Ball" -- now available in print as well as in e-book … Continue reading Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 012 – 07.11.2011

Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 011 – 06.27.2011

Tandem With The Random podcast No. 11 (6/27/2011) features an interview with Gary Wien, whose new book "Are You Listening?" profiles his top 100 albums by New Jersey artists from 2001-2010. Also mentioned are new Australian pop band Fatty Gets A Stylist and Peter Gabriel's current tour with his New Blood Orchestra. File Size: 15.3 … Continue reading Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 011 – 06.27.2011

“Christian Beach” among best N.J. CDs from 2001-2010

My friend, singer-songwriter Christian Beach, has earned some very well-deserved recognition for his 2008 self-titled CD (pictured at right). "Christian Beach"* has been ranked as one of the top 100 albums released by New Jersey artists from 2001-2010, according to the new book "Are You Listening?" by Gary Wien. *Although I didn't take the photograph … Continue reading “Christian Beach” among best N.J. CDs from 2001-2010

Artist to Watch: Fatty Gets A Stylist

Well, I haven't done one of these "Artist to Watch" posts since December (when I profiled Fitz and the Tantrums), but I recently stumbled upon a new band that I am really into right now. Fatty Gets A Stylist (FGAS) is an 80s-influenced electronic project led by Australian singer-songwriters -- and husband-and-wife combo -- Keir … Continue reading Artist to Watch: Fatty Gets A Stylist

Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 010 – 06.06.2011

Tandem With The Random podcast No. 10 (6/6/2011) features an interview with April Sette, co-director of Art All Night, a 24-hour arts and music community event taking place June 18-June 19 in Trenton, N.J. Other topics covered include the Appel Farm Arts & Music Festival, a meet & greet with Nicole Atkins & The Black … Continue reading Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 010 – 06.06.2011

Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 009 – 05.16.2011

Tandem With The Random podcast No. 9 (5/16/2011) features an interview with Katie Musar, an assistant director of university housing at James Madison University who recently returned from New Orleans, where she took part in her second Habitat for Humanity project. Other topics covered include Doctor Who, the Appel Farm Arts & Music Festival and … Continue reading Show Notes for TWTR Podcast 009 – 05.16.2011

Here are your Appel Farm/Nicole Atkins meet & greet winners!

Just got the word from Appel Farm...WE DID IT! The special Tandem With The Random discount code was used to purchase enough tickets to qualify for the Nicole Atkins meet & greet at the Appel Farm Arts & Music Festival in Elmer, NJ, on June 4. I just received the list of names who have … Continue reading Here are your Appel Farm/Nicole Atkins meet & greet winners!