As our school year year winds down, I have been directing my thoughts towards the future. For me, this seems natural; as one thing nears completion I anticipate the next step, hoping as always, that the future will bring new joys and experiences.
I fell that the music industry is moving in the right direction. Free music, increased accessibility, and DIY initiates see to be the new tenants of an emerging business perspective. And musically, with the exception of the FM radio mainstream, the industry hasn't been this organic since the 1960's. New bands can record easier, and share their music in ways never before conceivable. Of course, more bands means more competition- but is that really such a bad thing? We can use the internet to search, and sort through the millions of bands that populate the world. Almost any genre has a diverse array of musical contributors you can compare and critique for yourself. I do feel however, that bands and fans alike must be conscious of the fact that as our society grows more global and transparent, it is easier for everyone to see when you are being inauthentic. Genuine Everyone needs to embrace themselves for who they are
Anyway, I'm excited to be seeing a lot of music this summer. I've listed the shows I'm hitting up below. Let me know if you’re going to any. Everyone have a great summer, make the most of being 19. Peace.
May 13th: Dr. Dog/Deer Tick- Philly, PA.
May 30th: BOMB Fest- Durham, CT.
June 19th- West Oak Lane Jazz Fest
June 24-25: Phish- Camden, NJ.
July 1-4: Nateva Music Festival- Oxford, ME
July 19th-August 1st: Gathering Of The Vibes
August 13-15th: Wilco Solid Sound Fest- MA
Sounds like a great summer. Good luck.
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