Happiness is The Warm Guns!

The Warm Guns are an indie roots-rock band from Austin, Texas who are currently touring in support of their brand-new debut album, Something In The Night. The band is fronted by singer/songwriter Ricky Stein, who previously recorded and toured under his own name. I am promoting The Warm Guns in Philadelphia to coincide with an intimate show they will be doing in Room VII at Roosevelt's, 23rd and Walnut Streets here in Philly, on June 22nd. Show details to come, but meanwhile, check out The Warm Guns:

http://www.reverbnation.com/thewarmguns

and check out Ricky Stein's previous work:

http://www.reverbnation.com/rickystein

And remember: don't mess with Texas!

It's over for now.

Well, folks, the unthinkable has happened: I am on an indefinite hiatus as The Josh and Pete Band's publicist. There's no need to go into the details here and now except to say that it's a simple matter of economics and logistics. In other words, nothing personal -- just business.

But let me be quite frank. If you've been following this blog, you know that I've been on a decline as a music publicist since last July. And if you want to know more about that, look at previous blog entries.

I like this field, but I also realize that it's pushing me out. I need to move on. That doesn't necessarily mean I'm leaving this field entirely; it just means I need to go into something else now.

That said: STAY TUNED! I still have at least one project left as a music publicist! I will be making the formal announcement later this week.

A new project is coming....

It does not pertain to The Josh and Pete Band. Or anyone I've previously worked with.

It does not pertain to a Philly artist or band.

It does pertain to the Philly market.

It requires me not to mess with Texas.

It will officially get underway in late May. You'll get the details then.

I'm back, they're gone.

My "necessary hiatus" is no longer necessary -- therefore, it's over. PR for The Josh and Pete Band will probably remain in housekeeping mode until June, however. That is to say, I've returned to my post as their publicist and will keep looking out for them in that capacity, but I probably won't be running any new campaigns or writing new press releases until the recording sessions for their first album have commenced. I do have some intriguing potential leads for new clients and projects, but nothing official just yet. Still, it feels good to be out of my hiatus.

But for every new beginning, there is an ending.....right? Well, maybe not, but in case you haven't heard the news --

(brace yourself)

Downtown Harvest broke up.

(GASP!)

I know, it sucks. One of my favorite bands, and the first act I ever represented as a publicist, and now it's all just a memory.

On the plus side, at least they broke up while they were still good.

Check below if you came here looking for in-depth info about my PR work. Thanks.

The list so far - revised.

I posted this back in December, but it now needs to be revised - and besides, it's a good lead post during my necessary hiatus (which I will grow weary of soon enough, but let's hope it doesn't have to last too long). This is a comprehensive rundown, for those interested in or curious about my services, of whom I've represented and where I've gotten them featured. Either you've heard of these artists, bands, and media outlets or you haven't. And for that matter, either they're still active or they aren't. But as always, if you have any questions, you can leave me a comment or click through to my profile to send me an e-mail.


Artists and bands I've represented:

Downtown Harvest - rock, funk, jazz, hip-hop, electronica
Audible Eye (Gregory Morgan) - rock, funk, folk
Laura Cheadle - pop, soul
The Absolute Zeros - rock, soul, blues
The Josh and Pete Band - pop, rock, comedy
Bad Apples - funk, jazz
Reality Stricken/The Escape - rock


Artists and bands I've formally assisted:

The Guggenheim Grotto - folk, pop, rock


Press/webzines/blogs I've gotten these acts featured in:

Origivation
Underwater Explosions
Phrequency
Wonka Vision
Philly2Philly.com
Metro (Philadelphia edition)
Philadelphia Weekly
Philly EDGE
The Broken Bell
Cheap Shot! Philly
Crunkbox
Perfect Porridge
MusicReviewer.com
The Weekender (Northeast PA)


Other media outlets I've gotten these acts featured in/on:

WXPN (My Morning Download; The Key/Philly Local Philes)
Volta Radio (Volta Unveiled)
Bits and Watts
Philly Fun Guide
Philly Music Network Fans


As you can see, the Philly market is my specialty, but I have promoted beyond Philly at times.

Hiatus

I just looked at this blog and realized I haven't posted in over a month.

There's little to report, really. The Josh and Pete Band have suspended PR for the time being. I haven't picked up any new clients, although I have been in talks with prospective clients. But this lack of activity is all for the best, as I currently have some personal matters to take care of and they are of the utmost importance right now.

So I'm on hiatus as a music publicist. I'll let you know when I'm back up and running.

The Josh and Pete Band in Origivation!

Sweeeeeeeeeet. The Josh and Pete Band's Origivation debut is here!

http://www.origivation.com/features/february2011/josh.php

Feeling sorry that you missed the performance of "Dances In High Heels" described in the article? Well, here it is!



Oh, and I had NOTHING to do with this, but I would be remiss if I didn't also point out the excellent interview in this issue with our old friends The Absolute Zeros:

http://www.origivation.com/features/february2011/zeros.php

Woo-hoo.

A Short (But Exciting) Month for The Josh and Pete Band

[The official press release.]

February might be the shortest month of the year, but Josh Band, Pete Band, King Alon, and Dr. Lemonade will be making the most of it!


AT LONG LAST, ORIGIVATION

It was supposed to happen in December. Then it got delayed. Now it's finally happening: The Josh and Pete Band will be featured in Origivation's February issue! And what better company could the guys have asked for? Cake will be on the cover! And The Absolute Zeros, early supporters of The Josh and Pete Band, will also be featured! If print copies disappear as quickly as they are expected to, look for the online edition at http://www.origivation.com. Both are expected to be released this Friday.


DIG THESE GIGS

Here's where and when you can see The Josh and Pete Band perform this month:

The Philadelphia Folksong Society's Circus of Sound presents the Klezmer stylings of Klingon Klez at The Elkins Estate on the 13th. The Josh and Pete Band will be supporting.

Klingon Klez with The Josh and Pete Band
Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 7:00 PM
The Elkins Estate
1750 Ashbourne Rd, Elkins Park, PA
Free for PFS Members, $10.00 for Non-Members
http://www.pfs.org/UCE.php


On the 18th, Millcreek Tavern plays host to The Josh and Pete Band plus Josh Band's supergroup The Best Westerns (also featuring members of Conversations with Enemies and Eat Your Birthday Cake), along with Lion Versus and Baltimore's A Cat Called Cricket.

The Josh and Pete Band, Lion Versus, A Cat Called Cricket, and The Best Westerns
Friday, February 18th, 2011 - 9 PM showtime (The Best Westerns at 9, The Josh and Pete Band at midnight)
Millcreek Tavern
4200 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA
$8
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=186758814681552


The Josh and Pete Band will return to the king of all Philly Open Mic's, Philly Rising, in February. However, they can only make it once this month.

The Josh and Pete Band at Philly Rising
Monday, February 21, 2011 - 7:30 start time (The Josh and Pete Band's set time to be determined)
World Cafe Live Upstairs
3025 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Free
http://tickets.worldcafelive.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=606


BE DR. LEMONADE'S VALENTINE

Those who have donated to the band's album fund will get their prizes in time for Valentine's Day. Because The Josh and Pete Band love their fans. And money.


TURN ON, THEN TUNE IN

Radio continues to deem The Josh and Pete Band's demo EP too good for a mere demo. Having already been embraced by Philly's own Volta Radio and a little station called WXPN (ahem), radio stations in other parts of the country are taking notice. Ohio's ruKus radio has proven once more that The Josh and Pete Band have a home on independent radio, while California's Jelly Bean Radio (whose Captain Jelly Bean has featured "The Captain Song"!) demonstrates that The Josh and Pete Band can provide ample entertainment for the kids. When they're not singing about sex.


R.I.P. JOSH BAND?

Finally, a rumor which must be put to rest. The internet was all ablaze after Pete Band announced that his brother Josh had died in a horrible table tennis accident. Pete even claimed to have released a recording of "Strawberry Fields Forever" in which he seems to say "Cranberry sauce" but actually says "I buried Josh." But never fear: Josh Band is alive and well and living in a house somewhere. Turns out Pete was just joshing.


But in all seriousness, March and April will most likely have big news as well, so please stay tuned! And as always, thank you for reading.

I'm not a radio promoter, but I play one in real life.

Remember when I got a song by The Guggenheim Grotto featured as WXPN's My Morning Download and I cautioned you that I can't guarantee you I can get you onto XPN?

Well, seriously, I can't guarantee it!

However......

http://thekey.xpn.org/2010/12/philly-local-philes-the-josh-and-pete-bands-“miscommunication”/

Thanks, John!

A Big December for The Josh and Pete Band

[The official press release, minus any personalized introductions.]

Josh Band, Pete Band, King Alon (rhymes with "throne"), and Dr. Lemonade have big news for a really big month!


ROCKIN' FOR THE KIDS

On December 23rd, The Josh and Pete Band will take World Cafe Live's Upstairs stage to play a benefit concert for Rock To The Future, a free afterschool music and education program for Philadelphia School District students aged 9-14. The program is directed by Jess and Josh from Philly faves (and The Josh and Pete Band's great friends) Conversations with Enemies. Also performing will be The New Motels and Big Terrible, as well as The Best Westerns, a veritable supergroup featuring Josh Band along with members of CWE and Eat Your Birthday Cake.

For more information on the show: http://tickets.worldcafelive.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=3846

And for more on Rock To The Future: http://www.phillyrock.org/rtf.php


RAISING FUN(DS)

The Josh and Pete Band's previous efforts to raise funds for their first professional album didn't exactly set the world on fire, so the boys have kicked things up a few notches. For one thing, they will be hosting a big fundraising party in December (message me for details). But in addition, they have taken their cause to GoFundMe, where those interested in supporting independent music can win all sorts of cool prizes -- a professional dental cleaning from Dr. Lemonade? A voice cameo on the album? An art lesson with Pete Band? A signed color print featuring your cartoonized self alongside The Josh and Pete Band? It can all be yours IF the price -- I mean, donation is right! But hurry -- the deadline is Christmas Day!

http://funds.gofundme.com/xgtw


RISING. PHILLY RISING.

Never content to rest on their laurels, The Josh and Pete Band have taken to Philly's most famous open mic, Philly Rising, to expand their fan base and increase their profile on the Philly music scene. [editorial note: and to meet all the cool people their publicist knows.] They're playing twice a month, every month, on whichever dates work for them. So if you swing by World Cafe Live on a Monday night and stop in for this cover-free (and now even more awesome) open mic, you never know who might be rockin' the stage...


NO ROYAL PAIN HERE

Finally, December marks the release of King Alon's first solo album, Alone With Alon, and the kickoff of his worldwide Regal Tour, on which he will be supported by Kings of Leon and Prince.


[Note: one of the above stories may be made up.]


For more information: http://www.thejoshandpeteband.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Josh-and-Pete-Band/87845884175
http://www.reverbnation.com/thejoshandpeteband

And as always, feel free to contact me with any inquiries.