Upset City

Dream is True

Becoming Super Saiyan Goku: w/Deion Patterson

Jeff and guest host Liz Strodel catch up with Good Kid and original Major Player keyboardist Nick Mazzeo. Jeff and Nick go back to their early days of indie youth. In this episode we explore that history and explore how to hold yourself accountable as a writer. Nick&apos;s band Good Kids is in the process of releasing a long awaited new album titled "Who We Use Be," featuring your very own Major Player on guitar. Check out the new single "Web" and also listen through to the very end for a early Animal Pants demo of the songhttps://open.spotify.com/track/2P7nx0LY2RC4NaiReynaEe?si=xn7rpaqoT0iCGxuE7aS_0g

If you can't think of something to play, make it sound like Dr. Dre: w/Nick Mazzeo

Upset City IS ON FIRE

From early 2017 thru 2019 I had the pleasure of touring, playing and getting to know Stephen Collie. On the surface Stephen and I probably seem like an odd pairing but we have a tendancy to see similar things in the world.I feel fortunate to have developed a true bond with this tough critic and high opinionated individual.Stephen an I dip into the new song “By Design,” the recording process and the development of the song and our friendship on the road

Drummer with a front man personality: w/Stephen Collie

Listen to By Design on  SpotifyListen to  By Design on Apple MusicTake the Summer Vibes Song Experiencehttps://www.majorplayer.band/summervibesSHOW NOTESAdina Howard - Freak Like Mehttps://youtu.be/tUMHMMZf8L4Wanna sing like the lead singer of Creed or other rock artists? Check out this amusing clip about a style of singing called, “yarling.”https://youtu.be/ecl8F2C-YjBagel Biteshttps://m.ranker.com/list/bagel-bites-facts/stephen-tompkins

I got a freaky secret, everybody sing

Podcasting at a Loss

I’ve spoken a  lot on the Podcast about how I believe that individuals making small contributions to their community creates mutual benefit.    John Tierney is one of those individuals out here doing just that. His blog offers a unique perspective from decades of attending live event. I met John at a live show and he was at the most recent Major Player show.I am very thankful to have crossed his path and I’m inspired by his genuine enthusiasm for music and the humility at which he approaches blogging.John has been on the Syracuse Music scene for several decades and you can read his writing at jjtierney.com  where he frequently showcases the  music he loves.

An expert in his own story: w/John Tierney

5 years of Major Player: w/Liz Strodel

Recalibrating with Social Distance: w/Phil Grajko

3rd Eye: w/Thomas Ward III

Have you ever known someone on the fringes of your own social scene? Been friends with them, but maybe never gotten beyond casual acquaintance? I’ve know Josh Netsky for over 10 years, but sort of at a distance. In my previous band I would often see Josh at shows or at random places where his band was playing. Josh is the lead singer and songwriter of the Rochester band Maybird, who has had some notable success in music. Not least of which, was touring with Portugal. The Man, signing to 30th Century Records and Recording an EP with Patrick Kearney of The Black Keys.Josh and I talk about Rochester, Syracuse, water park concerts and the merits of Myspace. 

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