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My best friend Dan saw this band at Three Links in Dallas. “You should reach out to these guys” he said. I did. I’m glad I did. This is a recording of us talking to each other after I reached out… King Pari is comprised of Cameron Kinghorn and Joe Christensen. No sooner did they start this new band than Covid happened and did it’s thing. I’m glad to say they persevered, and released their debut album. They are now working on their second one. All around, great dudes. Everything King Pari - click here Sunshine Video - click here

This episode features drummer Nick Wilkerson. He is a founding member of the Louisville, Kentucky bred band White Reaper. He’s come a long way from studying “Drumming for Monsters” as a youth — White Reaper stays busy headlining tours and serving as direct support for acts like Pearl Jam and The Killers. White Reaper website - click here Music - click here

This episode features  photographer Kate Blaising. Originally from Dallas, Texas, she eventually made her way to Austin where a chance friendship, fostered at a diner, would jumpstart her passion for music photography. She also has cats. Website - click here Project ATX 6 - click here 

This episode features photographer and music enthusiast Daniel Jackson. #1 his work has been displayed on both billboards and race vehicles. #2 he is just an all around good dude. He has carved out a career in music focused on putting the joy of experience above all else. Website - click here Follow his socials - @listenyoungman

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sergio for the second time. He’s just a joy to talk to and I will take any and all opportunities to do so.

This episode features Matthew Logan Vasquez. Best known as the frontman/crooner of Delta Spirit, he shatters the axiom “there aren’t enough hours in the day” by employing his talents in other groups: Middle Brother, Glorietta and his solo project, MLV. He has very strong opinions on sparkling water. Delta Spirit - click here Middle Brother - click here Glorietta - click here MLV - click here I know… it’s a lot

This episode features Jack O’Brien from The Bright Light Social Hour. Since their first record came out in 2010, Bright Light has been grinding out a career with energy, fervor and unbridled enthusiasm. They’ve evolved, lost members, gained members, updated Wikipedia and, above all else, focused on the music. It’s been a joy watching them over the years. Everything Bright Light - Click Here 

This episode features Carolyn Patten. What started as an improvised, two-week trip to Budapest in 2020 turned into a 7-month sabbatical that altered the course of her life. Carolyn has been on a life journey ever since and is focused on re-discovering the joys of living.

The second installment of the YGSGU Christmas Special is here. Thanks to all the musicians who gave freely of their time and talents to make this possible. Merry Christmas!

This episode features my high school band director, Donald Thoede. I still call him "Mr. Thoede" - old habits and all. Mr. Thoede has taught at St. Thomas High School, here in Houston, for over 20 years where he directs the Concert Band, Jazz Band and Marching Band (that refuses to march). This one's for all the nerds out there.

This episode features, Houston based singer-songwriter, Max Flinn.  After years of toiling away working for an oil and gas company, Max has spent the past four years cultivating a music career that spans from Houston to Nashville and any state that has good camping. He has never played a Bar Mitzvah... but he is open to the idea. Head to Max's website for music and merch - click here

This episode features Austin based artist Taylor Wilkins. Taylor cut his teeth in the college town of San Marcos before settling down in the Texas capital. He loves his dog so much, he named two bands after him: Otis the Destroyer and Otis Wilkins. Unfortunately, my computer decided to re-start towards the end of our conversation... I had to pop in later and finish the story I was telling. Recording is fun. Otis the Destroyer - click here Otis Wilkins - click here