Can you believe it? It’s August and summer is quickly coming to a close. As much as I hate to see that, I have to say that I love the fall in Michigan. My fall schedule will slow down but, that’s not a bad thing. It allows me time to plan and prepare for our winter trip to Key West and Florida in February, 2019.
I have a couple of dates already booked with the trio at Virgilio’s. There are some serious logistic issues to this trip such as, do we drive or fly. It’s all about what equipment to bring, for me.
LIVING ROOM CONCERTS (House Concerts):
I seek living room venues, for this trip, between the dates of Feb. 08 and, Feb. 24, give or take and in states, from southern Michigan to Florida. This would include, at the least, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennesee, eastern Alabama, Georgia (greater Atlanta area). Best of all I cost you nothing.
My perfect tour to Key West would have me driving and making a few stops along the way from Michigan to Florida to perform living room concerts. I’ve done a few of these, all very successful, and I love doing them. They are up close, intimate and they allow people to enjoy the music in an environment much quieter and more intimate than any bar or restaurant. Usually, I’m playing to 20 + people. The largest I’ve done was an outdoor affair for about 40 or 50. You send invitations to your friends, neighbors, family, co-workers and so forth. Tell them it’s a donation affair where everyone donates a pre-determined amount say, $15-$20.This is another huge plus over a public event with noisy people you don’t know or care about. Think about this. If it sounds like fun, it is. Let me know if you want to talk about it and perhaps, give it a chance. I will be contacting some of you directly. For more info go to: https://www.fremontjohn.com/house-concerts/ or, go to www.concertsinyourhome.com .
FACEBOOK LIVE VIDEOS:
I’m doing this every Thursday at 10:30a. Tune in and send me your comments, requests, or just listen in. Can’t make 10:30? You can watch the replays at any time that works for you. In these videos, I play originals and covers and tell stories as well as interact with those watching. Here’s a link to a recent one. https://www.facebook.com/fremontjohn/videos/10216439984932949/
NEW FACEBOOOK MUSIC PAGE: My old page, @fremontjohnmusic still works for visitors but, FaceBook has messed up so, I can no longer access the admin function. So, I’m building a new page at @fremonjohnsongs.com that will be up and running very soon.
FREE STUFF: All you have to do is come to a show and mention “Free Stuff” and I’ll give you either, 1.) an “Acoustic Thunder” CD download card or, 2.) a DVD of a full-band live concert recorded at the Dogwood Center for the Performing Arts in Fremont, MI. Also, now, only $5 for the Timeline CD.
Tomorrow, Sunday, Aug. 05, I will be at Douglas Valley Winery, Manistee, 1:30-4:30p.
Thursday, Aug. 09, Village Pub, Pentwater, 8P
Friday, Aug. 10, Saugatuck Brewing, 6p
Saturday, Aug. 11, Grapes on the River Fest., downtown, Manistee, 3:30-5:30p
Coming up this month: Iron Fish Distillery, Grille 44, Village Café AND Pub, Ludington Bay Brewing, Manistee Golf & Country Club. See my schedule for more.
