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It's becoming a theme lately. 11. A lot of my gigs have 11 involved.
I played in Duncannon, PA last night. Right off US 11. The same US 11 that runs through Abingdon, Va (outside of Bristol) that was where I was inspired and wrote Highway 11. Playing in the eastern part of the state, it seems a lot of the gigs I play are just off US 11 or I travel a significant distance on US 11 to get to them. It's always interesting how the world works, and this is one of those. "I was down Highway 11...We've all been down Highway 11"
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I'm trying to be more interactive and present on the social media's and on my website. So, I thought a good way would be to give a glimpse of what I'm listening to when I'm driving or lounging around the house. Maybe you can see where I'm coming from or just think my taste of music is horrible. Here is the first playlist. Let's Talk Music! It's been a while since I did an update here.
It's been a long eventful summer and fall. I let the Wounded Moose web address go dormant. That was the final nail in the coffin for that. I went back to playing solo and it took a while to find my groove again, but I did. 2024 is soon approaching and I'm looking to book and be more active online next year. Thoughts on content? I have enough material for a new album and need to get that recorded. I also need to get the cover single recorded along with the video. I was hoping to get the footage shot this summer and fall, but it never happened due to other commitments. I didn't forget, but there's only 24 hours in a day and I can only so much of me to go around. It's something I will work on in 2024. If you would like to help with these projects, please donate to buymeacoffee.com/danstonerook. If you can think of any cool places you'd like to see me at next year, send me an email or a message. It's been a while since I have fully been booking gigs myself. The last few years I focused on bands and had help from managers/agents. Bands have left a bad taste in my mouth (I can't believe I'm working on putting another together). So, I have a regular job, the music job, and a work in progress house remodeling job. I've stretched myself thin the last few years in all facets. Things seem to be changing. I have an album I'm working on. I have some cool gigs coming up (Opening for Wood Belly at the Crafthouse in Pittsburgh 5/8). I'm working on a fall tour too. I need to hit the road again. This summer is going to lead to some fun times. I have a cool cover song I got the rights to for the band to cover. With a music video to boot! Keep posted!
My Sunday morning church service was a nice trip to my favorite wooden hangout on the mountain.
I set the stereo in the car to pick a random playlist. This was the 1st song today. It put me in a good mood.
Sundays I try to mellow out and relax.
I spend my mornings out in the middle of nowhere on top of the mountain taking in the beauty of nature. Today, it was still a bit windy from the storms that came through yesterday. I found a rock and sat there enjoying the sun. I dosed off a bit. I think I finally was at peace. Stress has been getting to me a lot lately. Normally, I have the temperament of a saint, but not lately. The world (around here at least) is ready to bloom. Seeing the trees and plants ready to do their amazing works of nature is making me ready for regular sun and consistent nice weather. This was my church hymnal today. Sometimes it feels like your voice gets lost in the world of chaos and noise. The last few days it feels voices have been lost to those who are there to help us. They enjoy the power and glory. No consequences, or repercussions, no changes.
Leave a better world for the future, but it seems like there's an anchor around our collective necks wanting to hold us back. We need to do better. We need to make better choices. We need to stop worrying about ourselves all the time. Just because you have a social media account, or a blog, or a tiktok doesn't make your opinion better than anyone else. Be a good human. I have some solo shows coming up, new venues.
I have new new songs I wrote I've added to the set list. Some covers too. I have some other things in the works. A big ol' Revival is in the process. The last year has added some anxiety to playing out. I'm taking a new approach to things. Anyway, 3/31/23- Moonshine Mine Saloon, in Nanty Glo, PA 8pm 4/7/23- Angry Goat, in DuBois, PA 7pm Check Facebook.com/danstonerookmusic
61 years ago yesterday (3/19/62) one of most influential artists (and an idol of mine) released their debut album. It received negative reviews and was not thought much of by the critics.
Bob Dylan released his self-titled album. One of the few songs on there that noticed was the tribute for his idol Woody Guthrie, A Song For Woody. Discovering Dylan (and a dislike of the Backstreet Boys) lead me to get a guitar, writing, recording, and performing. Bob Dylan is an idol! I'd be divorced by now.
I worked a lot during the Pandemic. The artistic side of me didn't get to bask in being shut in and shut off from the world. But one needs to pay the bills and mortgage. This line popped in my head a few weeks ago and it's the start of a new song. I'm not sure where I'm going with this yet. I'm hoping it kinda writes itself and let the thoughts go on paper with ease. |
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