Hello World! I Wanna Be More!

Mark Daly and The Ravens 2024 photo by S. Wright

Hello World! Who doesn’t wanna be more? This song is the latest release by Mark Daly. I caught up with Mark Daly after he and his band, The Ravens, opened for Mr. Big.

Mark Daly and The Ravens 2024 photo by S. Wright

So what is Mr. Daly listening to? Mark quickly listed the bands:

Blue October, Highly Suspect, Aerosmith and Rod Stewart

Love this Blue October video!

Blue October- Oh My My

Mark recently gave a shout to The Struts on Instagram. It is no secret that they are one of my favorite bands too!

Photo by S. Wright 2023

Of course, we have to give a shout out to Mr. Big, fronted by Eric Martin, as well! This tour is said to be their final one. Shine is one of my favorites!

Mr. Big Shine

If you wanna know more about Mark Daly click here markdalyofficial.com. Do you have a favorite Mark Daly song? Check out the 603Melody Youtube 2024 playlist for more.

Thanks to Mr. Daly for taking the time to talk post show at the Tupelo Music Hall in Derry, NH!

Mark Daly with The Ravens 2024 photo by S. Wright

I always say one artist leads to another (musical or otherwise) so I should not have been surprised to see retunedjewelry.com products for sale at the merch table (reduce, reuse, recycle). I just so happened to be wearing their earrings that evening! It is a small world after all.

Thanks for checking in!

What are you listening to?

Stephanie

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Hello World! Worth the Wait: Mr. Bob Schneider!

Bob Schneider Saxon Pub 2022 photo by S. Wright

Hello World!

Bob Schneider was one of the inspirations for 603 Melody. No lie! It is right there on my home page. I love all kinds of music, and not everyone I listen to is a household name. So I was curious about what other people are listening to, would some of the artists I like be on their playlists? I was psyched when Bob Schneider’s name came up when I interviewed Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers- see August 2018 interview (insert shameless plug). So cool!

I have been telling people about Bob for years! He is a musician, singer-songwriter, artist with some comedian thrown in. Ok a lot of funny! Bob can make you laugh, cry, blush (if the flavor is too strong). A Parental Advisory is advised when checking out his music. Although Bob does have a children’s album out, a lot of his content is for adults. And talk about content, I once heard it said that Bob could play for 6 days straight without repeating any songs. That is a lot of material!

Bob and Ted Tupelo Music Hall Londonderry, NH 2016 photo by S.Wright

My first Bob Schneider concert was in New Hampshire at the Tupelo Music Hall, and I was HOOKED! Sometimes I have to venture out of the 603 into Massachusetts to get a fix. I even went to a show in Indy with my in-laws! For the last two years Bob has also been a welcome escape online. Throughout the pandemic, he has provided his Patreon Song Club members with a weekly livestream show. Bob continues to perform virtually even though venues are open, and he is back to performing in front of live crowds.

Bob Schneider’s Song Club

Bob Schneider Indy 2017 photo by S.Wright

Recently my husband and I took a long overdue vacay to Austin, Texas. It was our first visit. Of course seeing Bob perform with Lonelyand at his weekly Monday night gig was a must! He has been performing at the Saxon Pub for years! When you know, you know! Charlie Mars also just happened to be there on Friday as well. Good timing I must say! One artist always leads to another- I discovered Charlie because of Bob. A few years ago I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Mars when he came to Boston. Don’t forget to check out his May 2018 interview (insert 2nd shameless plug).

Covid has been a nightmare to the music industry. So you can imagine my excitement when Bob’s City Winery – Boston show was finally rescheduled several years into the pandemic. I was even happier when Bob said we could talk after his show about what he is listening to! So without further ado straight from Bob into your ear holes-

Bob Schneider Boston March 2022

Jay Thomas, Bob’s long time audio engineer, was also kind enough to give that quick bonus answer to what he is listening to as well. Hopefully no one kept scrolling and peeked ahead- here are a few videos inspired by their answers. Thanks to Bob and Jay for their time! It is much appreciated!

Diechkind Wer Sagt Denn Das?

Justin Bieber Ghost

Bleachers Chinatown

Tom Waits Walk Away

Merle Haggard Mama Tried

Bob has a new album out. It really could have been a double, did I mention he has lots of material? Here are two of my favorites from “In A Roomful of Blood With A Sleeping Tiger” –

I Love This Life and Boys You Like

For more info click here- https://www.bobschneider.com

Thanks for checking in!

What are you listening to?

Stephanie

PS Need more music? Hop down the musical rabbit hole with me- one artist always leads to another!

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