In the Mind of Nate

Hello all, I know it's been ages since I have posted. However, I'm sure we can all agree that it has been a long cold winter and for many reasons I needed to stay dormant and step away for a bit(I will elaborate further in another post).Anyway, I am a fan coming back in a big way and I thought that writing a post about one of the best new artists around would be the perfect opportunity to do so. I am speaking about none other than Justin Symbol . It has been great to watch Justin come into his own over the past few years, sharing the stage with him and trading ideas with him has been a true blessing for me and I hope more artists have the same rapport and support for one another that Justin and I have. I chose to name this interview "Symbolism" because of the religious cult like fanaticism that his fans(more commonly known as Fuckheads ) have taken to Justin and his music. Please enjoy and I hope this gives both his current fans and those who just discovered his

Hello everybody, after my last entry I need to show everyone how resilient the life of a musician can be and how the next day can bring about great changes. So after a few deep breathes and listening speeches/watching scenes from Rocky , a movie that always lifts my spirits I decided to focus on some very great upcoming events I am involved with. Very soon it will be my Birthday , and I will be fortunate enough to be performing at that day. Also, I have been lucky enough to coordinate the special day so that the Imbolg Record release party will be on the same day at a very great event here in NYC known as Salvation , which was created by none other than Joe Cyn , and the NYC Goth scene's most tenured DJ: Patrick . This is truly a great honor to be a part of this event, as excited as I am I still managed to come up with some questions for Patrick regarding his events and his very prosperous 20 year plus career as a DJ, here is what he had to say: Nate: Have you ever pla

As you probably guessed, this entry is dedicated to the DJ or Disc Jockey . Technically they are not musicians, however they are a big part of the music industry and club circuits. They can also help further a musical artist's career by playing their music on their show or during their club sets. So it's a good a idea for bands to work along side of and cross promote Djs (as I stated in the past the business is give and take, you should help those when you can). I mentioned in previous entries most radio play is handle through a radio promoter, however it is in most cases ultimately the Dj that decides what songs get airplay. Like musicians, these Guys and Ladies usually focus on a specific genre of music and in many cases develop a style and personality to add flair to their overall appeal. In some cases have even established a certain "rockstar" status by making a name for themselves after years of spinning at events geared towards the genre they chose to spin.

After that last entry and all I put into it and the previous entries that include tips on the music Business, I needed to take a breather(which is needed from time to time). Well that and I have been having computer issues. Anyway, I really hope my last few entries gave you some serious insight into what is put into a career as a professional musician. What I really mean is an original band that plays professionally. All the Orchestras you may have heard(think Star Wars ) in movies, Tv, or in plays or operas are all classically trained musicians, some of which have been playing since early in their childhood that have spent some much time learning their instrument that can not only play many complex pieces of music, but can also play them as soon as a piece is given them. Which is also known as "Sight Reading". That is in itself is something many artists(including myself)can barely do if at all.Luckily these musicians usually are well compensated and receive medical an

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On Saturday April 30th Indenial brings you : "it's hard rock life" at the Broadway bar in Amityville Long Island. the night is sponsored by Hartke Amps,Duff's Brooklyn,Wyld Chyld Tattoo,and Coffin Case,featuring the Coffinettes for your viewing pleasure. All patrons 21 and up are encouraged to come dressed according to the theme of the night which is either: prison garb,handcuffs,or chains and all who do will get a discount on their admission.Drink Specials for the first hour will include: $2 Buds and Bud lights on Tap,$2Soco and lime shots ,As well as all night specials on Pabst Blue ribbon beers for $3 and buy 2 Jager shots and get 1 free . There will be prize drawings throughout the night as well. The night will also feature live performances by up and coming area bands the Saints of Pain ,and Imbolg . Both bands are known throughout the Northeast region for their consistent heavy hitting,energetic and melodic performances and unique stage shows. There will a

On Thursday October 29th, Killer B'z & House of The Black Rose Present A Very Dark Affair: The Vampire Masquerade Fetish Ball. This event will be held at the Bank/Element club from 10pm-4am, with drinks specials during the first hour and a costume contest with a door prize. Also scheduled are Performances by the Gothic Rock Band "Imbolg", Dj Kreig,Dj Stalagmike and Pepper Negron with his dark arts film works,and Lady Aye who specializes in sword swallowing and many other masochistic fascinations.Admission is $25 in advance and $30 the night of the event for all patrons 21 and over with proper ID and attire(all black,costume,Masks,Vampire or Fetish attire) The Bank/Element night club is located at 225 East. Houston Street on the corner of Essex street in New York City's East Village. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: http://killerbzproductions.ning.com/ or http://myspace.com/imbolg