Royal Albert Hall as seen from the Drummer's Nest People all over the planet love to experience live music. I’ve seen it, felt it, and loved them back. Heart is gigging a run of shows in the UK this week. After arriving in London a couple of days ago, it has been very clear to [...]
Anytime I get to play it's a wonderful thing. I am so grateful to perform and record with a wide variety of songwriters, projects, artists, musicians, bands and producers. These can include film, tv and radio music, independent releases, signed acts, performance artists and the occasional piano playing kitten. Being asked to give my all [...]
BSMC Studio So……..you've decided to move ahead with a recording, and you're wondering what to expect. Last weeks blog talked about the first step of getting together with your producer or engineer to discuss expectations and learn about the process. In that discussion I like to cover the details of the music. These [...]
Many of the music projects I personally work on are recorded at my studio in Seattle. Creating this space where I am able to craft the musical pieces in which I play and perform, along with recording and producing all types of musical and audio clients, in many different formats, gives me tremendous satisfaction. These formats [...]
Photo By: Diego Portillo 20 Year old Electric Soul/Pop Indie artist Saint Claire joins the boys of DreamWreck to lay down his unique sound. Currently opening for the Macklemore and Ryan Lewis tour, Saint Claire is already well known on the Seattle Music Scene, performing with legends such as Brooke Lizotte, Shelby Nc, Rachael Beaver, Adolph Christ, Beth [...]
Drum clinics are so fun to do when I know I'm reaching out to people and they're reaching back. Engaging with folks who want to see what you bring to your art is really important, and drum clinics are an example of when our musicality and ability to connect are needed most. Giving clinic attendees [...]
Musicians love to perform. For us, trading musical energy between the musicians sharing it with the crowd is how we express so many of our emotions. Anytime I have the opportunity to play a show, whether is a big place to play with Heart, or a smaller one, I'm so grateful to get to fill my heart with [...]
Do you have you tickets yet? You do NOT want to miss this show! DreamWreck at the Hwy 99 Blues Club Seattle - June 17 Tickets Available Online at: http://goo.gl/UgxTYG David Booker is a local vocalist who hails from the 90's national recording act 2nd Nature. Currently a member of the esteemed Seattle band Chapter [...]
I have had some really fun days in my life, and some occurred recently with Ben Smith Music Company while on tour with Heart. After a couple of very busy and stressful months, I asked my business partner, Valda Sarty, for help getting the word out about what we are doing in Ben Smith Music [...]
DreamWreck returns to the Hwy. 99 Blues Club in Seattle, Friday, June 17th with their special blend of Rock Funk and Blues. DreamWreck, features Ben Smith on Drums, Brooke Lizotte on Keys, Jon Bayless on Bass, Rod Cook on Guitar, and all four on Vocals! DreamWreck is joined by special guests, electric soul, pop, indie [...]