Live Fix Podcast: Recent Episodes
Chris Catania
Live music is life altering. On Live Fix Podcast, we share concert fan stories exploring and celebrating the live music experience. We connect fans through conversations discovering how these life-altering moments rock our lives before, during and after the show.
In this episode we explore the transformational joy of the live music experience with fellow concert fan, international speaker, PGA professional and guitarist Ty Thompson. This was a fun one, my fellow concert fans. We connected with Ty to talk about why live music forever changed his life as a fan and artist. We dive into Ty’s inspiring insights and interconnected experiences as a PGA pro, live performer, Army veteran, and father. Enjoy the show!
Artist explore in the show:
- Michael Jackson
- Motley Crue
- Van Halen
- Toby Keith
- Alice Cooper
- Zach Bryant
- Dylan Scott
- Firehouse
- Johnny Cash
- Dianna Crawl
Live music is more than an escape. The concert experience can be an intentional quest for self-discovery, revelation and purpose. In this episode, we connect with fellow concert fan Leslie as she shares why, in 2022, she decided to embark on a 99 shows quest to find a deeper sense of healing, meaning and emotional clarity in the live music experience.
Explored during the show:
- Live music's impact on Leslie's childhood and upbringing
- Leslie's first concert experience, highlighting the importance of the venue, the audience, and the sense of community
- Leslie and Chris had a detailed discussion about Yoshi's, a sushi restaurant and concert venue in Oakland, California.
- The role of sensory elements like smell, touch, and sound in creating a memorable experience.
- Her story of a therapist's question, "What makes you happy?" left her struggling for an answer until she realized that music, especially live performances, brought her joy.
- She decided to commit to attending 99 performances to fully immerse herself in this happiness.
- Leslie's personal experiences with music and how it affected her mood and self-understanding.
- Why attending music shows, particularly jazz, folk, rock, and alternative genres, helped her reconnect with herself and rediscover parts of herself she had forgotten.
- The experience of attending shows was therapeutic for her, providing an opportunity to focus on her own emotions and thoughts.
- Why Leslie's experiences with music went beyond mere entertainment, playing a significant role in her personal growth and self-discovery.
- Her approach to the 99 shows journey: rules and personal guidelines
- Self-regeneration and socialization through music festivals
- Why her thirties were particularly challenging, causing her to lose touch with herself.
- Finding solace in reflecting on her experiences through writing articles.
- Wishing she would have seen Tupac live and reflecting on his legacy
Artist mentioned:
- De La Soul
- Talib Kweli
- George Clinton
- Tupac Shakur
- The Roots
- Dru Hill
- Slum Village
- Chico DeBarge
- Erykah Badu
In this episode we explore the live music experiences of singer/songwriter Brian Bertrand. This was a fun one, my fellow concert fans. We connected with Brian to talk about how he developed into a guitarist, the art of learning to play live, the different depths of community and intimacy when playing big stages versus small venues, and why growing up in a musical family forever changed artistic journey. We had a blast revisiting his most inspiring concert experiences which include a life-altering Pink Floyd show in Colorado, sneaking in to see early Styx in a high school fieldhouse in Chicago, and an unforgettable gig opening for REO Speedwagon!
Explored during the show:
- The influence family and siblings on his musical journey and guitar lessons from Sister Rose
- How covering other artists’ music live can help fans serendipitously experience healing, catharsis and comfort
- The significance of guitar design, player hand size, and the process of customizing instruments all matter and make an impact when playing live
- The art and importance of reading fan nonverbal communication and interaction during band performances
- Why his band takes stage setup inspiration from Emerson, Lake and Palmer.
- The satisfaction of seeing people sing their lyrics back and the need for artists to cultivate a sense of community with their fans, both during shows and through social media.
- A life-changing moment when they attended a Pink Floyd concert at the Mile High Stadium.
- How music can bring comfort, especially when it resonates with a person's life experiences or emotions.
- His love for deconstructing songs and his live music experiences.
- The use of AI and hologram technology to recreate famous artists and their performances.
Artist Mentioned
- Reo Speedwagon
- Pink Floyd
- Styx
- Emerson Lake and Palmer
- Subdudes
- Garth Brooks
- Glenn Phillips
- Jason Isbell
- Sweet Remains
- Rush
- Amy Winehouse
- Rod Stewart
- Corey Wong
In this episode we connect with New Jersey-native concert fans Stacy and DJ. Listen in as they share their love for live music, the role of concertgoing during their upbringings, and the history of the rocking concert scene in New Jersey. Join us as we explore their transformational, artist-hugging and butt-grabbing live music memories as they reflect on the impact of seeing Springsteen, Stone Temple Pilots, Pink Floyd and more!
Explored during the show:
- The unique connections formed between artists and fans. Why physical connections, such as a hug from an artist or a crowd holding up a punk rocker, can be powerful and how they can also be therapeutic.
- The potential loneliness and isolation felt by artists, even when they are surrounded by fans, and how these emotions can manifest in vulnerable performances.
- Live music regrets and our admiration for musicians who’ve died to early
- Sneaking into a bar to see a Reggae band and accepting a challenge to grab Springsteen’s behind.
- Being invited to sing on stage with the Stone Temple Pilots and why these encounters made them feel more connected to the artists they admire.
- Growing up with live music and family concert experiences in New Jersey
- The impact of seeing a Pink Floyd concert on Stacy in 1994 and how this concert deepened their bond with a friend and how it opened their eyes to the potential of live music.
- The dedicated fan bases of various bands, such as Pink Floyd, Pearl Jam, and the Grateful Dead, and how these fan communities contribute to the overall concert experience.
- Community and the sense of belonging experienced at live music events. Forming connections with strangers at concerts and how these experiences have strengthened their bonds with others.
- The importance of sharing live music experiences with family and friends, including their children, and how these experiences create lasting memories.
- The connection between live music discovery and live performance
Artists mentioned:
- Bruce Springsteen
- Taylor Swift
- Edie Brickell
- Stone Temple Pilots
- Prince
- Dave Matthews
- White Stripes
- Grateful Dead
- Tom Petty
- David Bowie
In this episode we explore…The origins of concert merch and why we love (and need) to buy it. We dive into the history, behavior economics, community impact and social identity of buying merch at live shows.
Explored in the episode:
- The origins, history and significance of rock and roll and its impact on art, design, and merchandise production including Elvis’ and Bill Graham's influence.
- The concept of assigning a monetary value to unique experiences such as concerts and the merchandise associated with them.
- The concept of social identity theory and how it applies to concert fans and communities.
- Behavioral economics and its application in marketing and business.
- Why do some bands or individuals make more money from their merchandise after they pass away than they did when they were alive, as seen in the case of Elvis, the Beatles, Janice Joplin, and Jimi Hendrix.
- The impact of COVID-19 on the concert industry, focusing on the economic and emotional experiences of fans.
- Maslow's hierarchy of needs and is attending concerts a luxury or a need?
- Did the Covid-19 pandemic raise the economic and emotional demand for concert merch?
- The significance of wearing band merchandise and the connections it can foster among fans.
- The importance of understanding the connection fans have with their favorite artists and how this can create a strong sense of belonging within a community.
- The concept of social identity theory and its role in shaping an individual's self-concept through their membership in social groups.
- Does buying merch increase a sense of belonging?
- The different levels of fan commitment and investment in merchandise. Are super fans important community builders who help spread the word and embody the brand?
- The role of economics in the fan's identity cycle and the potential for bands to build communities and activate super fans through various strategies.
- Can you have concert merchandise addiction?
Info mentioned during the show:
- Behavioral Economics
- Social Identity Theory
- Social Identity Cycle
- Concert Fan merch trends via www.atvenu.com
Artist Mentioned:
- Elvis
- Johnny Cash
- Slipknot
- Grateful Dead
- Saul Williams
In this episode we connect with fellow concert fan, columnist and editor Holly Thomas. Join us as we explore:
- The UK live music experience and our shared passion for Freddie Mercury and Queen and dive into Mercury’s transcendent Live Aid performance.
- Holly’s first concert experience with her father seeing The Dixie Chicks when she was 10
- Holly’s memories seeing Fleetwood Mac at 24, with the show experience backdropped by an emotional breakup backstory.
- Witnessed live performances by Rihanna and Amy Winehouse at the Brit Awards and Lollapalooza. The anxiety they felt about Rihanna's well-being due to her party-filled lifestyle before the event.
- The tension and potential for magic when band members challenge each other, as well as the stress this creates for those in supporting roles.
- The influence of personal relationships and experiences on the music created.
Artists discussed during the show:
- Fleetwood Mac
- Amy Winehouse
- Beatles
- Rihanna
- The Chicks
- Freddie Mercury and Queen
- Mclusky
- Lady Sovereign
It’s finally happened. Our first Taylor Swift episode! Join as we explore Swift’s extraordinary Eras tour live shows, the fan concert experience and the Swiftie community with guests Dani and Olivia, co-hosts of the Taylearning podcast.
Olivia and Dani share their journey into becoming Swifties, their experiences with Taylor Swift's music, and the relationship between Swift and her fans. We explore the impact of Swift's music on different generations and her ability to connect women, particularly mothers and daughters. We speculated about potential surprise live collaborations, discussed the crazy ticket prices, and unpacked the emotional impact of Taylor Swift's music on her fans. They shared personal experiences at Taylor Swift's concerts and we explored transformative experiences for Olivia and Dani and other fellow fans.
Other topics explored:
- Would they get married at a Taylor Swift concert?
- What they learned from the memories from their first Swift shows
- The unique aspects of Taylor Swift's live music experience and the ever-evolving Swiftie fan community.
- The parasocial relationship between Swift and her fans and why that makes fans feel valued and cared for.
- Why and how Taylor uses her live performances as a form of therapy, and why hearing the song "All Too Well" live helped them process their emotions.
- What leads a fan to becoming a 'Swiftie' and if it’s triggered by attending a live show or buying merchandise.
- Could a collaboration with Harry Styles or a live duet with Selena Gomez happen? What would a live collaboration with Bob Dylan look like?
- Why Taylor's performances can't be replicated and their strong emotional response to hearing 'Would've, Could've, Should've', live.
- The unique nature of Taylor Swift fandom's communal activities such as trading friendship bracelets at concerts and how it’s similar to other fan groups like Dead Heads (Grateful Dead) and Little Monsters (Lady Gaga).
Notes and artists discussed in the episode
- Live Fix Podcast Episode 55: Can Live Music Be A Catalyst For Emotional Healing
- Taylor Swift
- Demi Lovato
- Harry Styles
- Selena Gomez
- Carly Rae Jepsen
- Grateful Dead
- Elvis Presley
In this episode we explore our deep appreciation for live music and its unique and profound ability to bring people together. We expressed gratitude for the therapeutic effects of live music and its ability to help individuals process difficult emotions and its impact on the younger generation. We share why we’re thankful to see parents exposing their children to concerts on social media, and how live music experiences bring people together, fostering conversations between parents and children. We explore a personal moment where we saw our son perform live, and why that was a transformative experience, redefining our understanding of joy and live music.
Chris shares his gratitude for the ability to reflect this year, particularly in relation to his work on The Community-First Company on a forthcoming book about community building. In the book, he revisits his earliest experiences of feeling belonging and community at a concert featuring Saul Williams in Chicago, during which he felt a unique connection with the audience and the performer. He shares why this moment influenced his leadership approach, inspiring him to help organizations build meaningful communities for their employees and customers.
We explore our thankfulness for the therapeutic effects of live music and its ability to reach places that traditional talk therapy might not, and that the unique experience of live music allows for a deeper exploration of oneself that cannot be replicated by simply listening to music.
We celebrate the imperfect nature of live performance and why it’s memorable and impactful, highlighting the raw vulnerability of the artist giving us an opportunity to appreciate an artist's growth and development, particularly in live performances.
Artist discussed in the episode
- Amy Winehouse
- Saul Williams
- Grateful Dead
In this episode we share the stories and concert experiences of our fellow concert fan Ted (aka DJ Talk). Ted shares his childhood experiences and journey into live DJing and his hip hop and rap concert experiences in Philadelphia, New Jersey, Virginia and California. We explore the emotional experience created by live DJs and the role of the DJ in controlling and guiding the hearts and minds of the audience.
We dive into Ted’s love for exploring different venues, bars, and stages on South Street in Philadelphia, and his passion for obscure places to see shows. We explored Ted’s love for underground clubs and their unique features and intimate moments.
Ted shares why he returned to Philadelphia after his mother's passing, and why his discovery of the city's unique music scene was so meaningful to him, and why the British DJs, and the rave scene had such an impact on him.
We explore how he spontaneously found himself at a Grand Puba concert one night in Virginia, the creative concert merch and marketing of Nicki Minaj's merchandise and Ted’s honest viewpoint from the side of the stage during Minaj’s concert.
Artists and live shows mentioned in the episode:
- Fatboy Slim
- Evanescence
- KRS-One
- Grand Puba
- The Roots
- Sade
- Nicki Minaj
- Earth, Wind & Fire
In this episode we explore the therapeutic aspect of the live music experience, the potential for both positive healing and negative triggering effects on bands and fans, the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in live music performances, the concept of live music as a emerging form of therapy, the future of live music and the potential for artists and fans to form a more symbiotic relationship, and the importance of support for artists, particularly in terms of mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Artists mentioned during the show:
- Kelly Clarkson
- Demi Lovato
- Dave Grohl
- Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert
- Kayne West
Links:
- The Catharsis of live music
- The psychological analysis of concertgoing
- Loneliness and touring
In this episode, we explore the connection between shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) and the live concert experience. Can classic live music venues be great places to do “concert bathing.” Can concert bathing be energizing and emotional therapy when practiced within the live music experience? Could concert bathing be therapeutic and build a stronger sense of community between concert fans? We explore classic and new venues that could be the best for concert bathing, and we explore the balance between natural venues and the virtual, artificial experience offered at venues like The Sphere in Las Vegas.
Show Notes:
- Forest bathing
- Live music mindfulness
Have you ever been ambushed by the feeling of forgiveness at a show? It’s crazy, and honestly, a total revelation to realize the close connection between live music and experiencing forgiveness in our lives and during our most memorable live music experiences. We never thought that the act of forgiveness played such a major role in our concert experiences or that live music could actually be a catalyst creating moments to give and receive forgiveness. But it does. On this episode of Live Fix Podcast we dive into the close relationship between live music and forgiveness. Join us as we explore the powerful and transformative connection of using live music to give and receive forgiveness with special guest and forgiveness expert Natalie Baird-King.
Highlights, notes and links from the show:
- How to navigate serendipitous forgiveness moments
- How to create intentional moments to help you experience forgiveness at your next show.
- Natalie takes us through the role live music plays in her personal journey of forgiveness and overcoming abuse
- She shares concert experiences including U2, Journey, Taylor Swift, King & Country, Luke Combs, Michael Jackson and more.
- Natalie’s book Forgiving Unforgivable
Did you know that your favorite concert experiences don’t happen by accident? That’s right. Your most memorable shows are intentionally designed. On this episode of Live Fix Podcast we dive into the important topic of live concert design and explore the concert experience through the lens of “before, during and after” with event design expert Kristin Malek.
Info and links mentioned in the show:
- Why event design is important for fans, bands and venue owners
- How the concert design can be improved and concert events designers can up their game.
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Kristen’s concert experiences: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Dave Matthews Band, Celine Dion, Britney Spears, and Backstreet Boys
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www.kristinmalek.com
- www.experienceuniversity.org
- Kristen’s Extraordinary Events podcast
- Kristen’s Tedx Talk
What happens when concert fans go missing, never make it to the show or disappear without a trace? How do you protect yourself and fellow fans from becoming a missing person? In this episode, we explore the topic of live music and true crime as we dive into stories about what happens when concert fans go missing before, during and after the show.
Info and links mentioned in the show:
- Josiah “Jo” Hilderbrand and John Cleary: Gone missing on the way to The Dead
- Liz Hilderbrand’s Remember The Birds blog memoir
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Morgan Harrington: missing at Metalica show, found dead
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Cory Barron:Fan Gone Missing, Found Dead at Jason Aldean concert
- Noah Enos Gone Missing at Salt Shed in Chicago, Found Dead
- Texas students went to a concert but went missing
- National Database for Missing Persons: 19 concert fan-related missing persons between 1973-2023. (search keyword: concert)
The live music experience is filled with anxiety. Anxiety can be terrifying at a show, but it’s almost a necessary and essential part of the live concert experience. How do artists and fans navigate, cope and respond within such an emotional environment? What is the relationship between artist anxiety and fan anxiety? How is anxiety impacting the touring industry and the future of live music? We dive into these topics and explore much more. Enjoy the show!
Articles and topics discussed during the episode:
- Stage Fright and performance anxiety
- Lewis Capaldi and LiveLive and anxiety escape rooms
- Why artists are canceling tours
Live music has a tremendous and profound impact on our hearts and human physiology. The connection between what we feel physically and what we feel emotionally in our heart is one of the most powerful experiences we have at a concert. So what actually happens to our physical hearts during a show? Can live music actually heal our heart? Can we visualize the actual physical impact of live music on our hearts?
In this episode we explore all these questions as we dive into the fascinating and inspiring work of Elaine Chew. Elaine is Professor of Engineering at King's College London in the Department of Engineering and the School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences. She is also a concert pianist and currently leads two European Research Council projects COSMOS, CosmoNote, and HeartFM. In her work she is investigating the effects of performed music on both musicians' and listeners' physiology. As much as possible, she aims to use live music in her studies as this has been shown to have a more powerful effect.
Together we explore:
- How she began playing as an concert pianist
- How our physical hearts are impacted by live music
- The life changing emotional advice her piano teacher gave her right before her first performance
- Her work in researching the healing power and influence of live music on cardiovascular issues
- Her favorite shows and performers
- Among other topics, we have some fun exploring, what would happen if you transplanted and swapped the hearts of two different concert fans
Reflecting on and sharing our concert experiences changes our lives and the lives of our fellow concert fans. Concert storytelling helps us discover why live music means so much to us. But why and how does storytelling, past memories and emotions lead us to the present threshold of our most memorable concert experiences? Does our previous emotional history determine our present and future concert experiences? What role does premeditation and predestination play in the context of how much we enjoy and remember our live music experiences? In this episode we explore the excellent live music storytelling of Lance Ingram, host of Yesterday's Concert podcast. Together with Lance, we explore and dive into:
- The origin story of what inspired him to create Yesterday’s Concert podcast and the new Jam Journals
- The impact of hearing Paul McCartney singing "Something" on the ukulele
- Why telling the truth in concert storytelling is so important
- Why he loves to share his Jam Journals with the world
- What he learned from seeing 162 shows in a year
- Why his first concert seeing the Allman Brothers was so memorable
- The role of Lance’s dad and friends in his live music experiences
- His love for the Ryman auditorium
- The adventures of being a husband, a dad and a live music fan.
Our love for live music connects us all. But what happens when you start to connect the concerts and piece together your own live music family tree? Do your concerts have more meaning when you understand where you fit in the broader historical context of your family's live music history? Does live music change us in a new way when we discover how we’re linked together in community as concert fans? In this episode we explore the wonders of Concert Genealogy, what it is and why it’s changing us. We also share what we found in our family live music history and what this all means for us and the concert fan community.
Why are concerts so immersive? Is it possible to measure how emotionally immersed you are at a concert and why? Can artists, venue owners and event promoters use immersion neuroscience to make the concert experience more memorable, predict concert sales, plan tours and create a more loyal fan base? Can we, as concert fans, use the data and insights from Immersion Neuroscience to decide which artist you should see next?
On this episode we talk with neuroscientist, author and Ted Talk speaker, Dr. Paul J. Zak to dive into why Immersion plays such a powerful role in our concert experiences.
Together we explore:
- What Paul has learned from his favorite and most immersive concert experiences
- Immersion tips and suggestions for fans, bands and venue owners and promoters
- Immersion’s impact on superfans
- How concert fans can help Dr. Zak with his ongoing Immersion research
- Insights from his latest book Immersion: The Science of the Extraordinary and The Source of Happiness
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you documented and reflected on the impact and meaning of every concert experience you’ve ever had? What would you learn about yourself? What would you discover about how live music changed your life? But what if you didn’t do it? What if you didn’t reflect or write down your concert moments and how the show made you feel? Would you forget your favorite concert moments as you go further and further away from that moment? Would you not be able to get the real perspective of your favorite shows in the context of your life?
On this episode we talk with Various Artists, the host and creator of My Life In Concert.com podcast.
Together we explore……
- The swell of anticipation leading up to seeing David Bowie
- What he remembers most about his first concert seeing Roxy Music in 1975
- The healing power of Patti Smith live in concert
- Why our sense of smell help us recall our favorite concerts and concert venues
- The role of the concert fan tribe and why concerts are one of the most unique global communities we will ever be a part of, and why reflecting on the present moment of live music is such a cathartic force in our lives.
- The power of journaling our concert experiences and how journaling and then looking back unlocks and reveals what our concert experiences really mean to us in the broader context of our lives.
It’s a good one and enjoy the show!!!!
Have you ever wondered if you could be more present at a live concert? Have you ever wondered if meditation could improve your concert experiences?
On this episode we explore meditation and what it means to be present at a show. We'll share how to use walking meditation, mindfulness, visualization and color breathing to get more out of your concert experiences.
Show notes:
- Getting Started with Mindfulness - Mindful
- Walking Meditation | Practice | Greater Good in Action (berkeley.edu)
- How to Practice Visualization Meditation: 3 Best Scripts (positivepsychology.com)
- Amazon.com: Practicing Mindfulness: 75 Essential Meditations to Reduce Stress, Improve Mental Health, and Find Peace in the Everyday: 9781641521710: Sockolov, Matthew: Books
- The Mindful Teen : Dzung X. Vo : 9781626250802 : Blackwell's (blackwells.co.uk)
- Little Book of Mindfulness: 10 minutes a day to less stress, more peace: Collard, Patrizia: 8601411266737: Amazon.com: Books
- 10 Science-Backed Benefits Of Meditation – Forbes Health
- Alabama Shakes: "Hold On"
On this Life Fix Podcast episode, we explore the work and concert experiences of Macy Burr, graphic designer and owner of Soundscape Studio. With her work on Soundscape Studio, Macy transforms music scores into colorful, geometric artwork.
Macy shares her take on the live music experience as we dive into the importance of thoughtfully and meaningfully designing the visual concert experience. We explore how the colors, stage design and branding of the band collectively influence our emotions, memories and everything about our live music experiences.
From a fan and graphic designer perspective, Macy shares a really amazing Buck Meek show and a really bad 30 Seconds To Mars show. She also shares how she “blacked out” during the Buck Meek show, doesn’t remember any of the songs, but still ranks that show as her one of her all-time favorites. This story made us wonder…what happens in our mind and body during a concert that can we be so emotionally present in the moment that we don’t remember what songs were played but still love the show?
Together with Macy we wonder…what if we could create visual art that is a representation of the emotional experience we have at a live show. Can we create that type of transformative visual art with modern technology like MRIs and image mapping devices? And if we could, what would that art look like and how would that art create a deeper sense of community and make us more connected as concert fans? Can we create art that captures our shared live music experiences?
Macy shares why she considered a “scratch and sniff” soundscape and how she was so amazed to discover her artwork was tattooed on another fan’s body. Enjoy the show!
Show notes: Info and music mentioned:
- Soundscape Studio
- Khruangbin
- Kikagakumoyo
- Buck Meek
- 30 Seconds to Mars
- Anberlin
- Hope Sandoval - Mazzy Star
- Andrew McMahon
- The Heartbreak House
On this Live Fix Podcast episode we explore The Beatles with special guest and author of “Chasing the Beatles” Randi Barrow. In our conversation with Randi, we explore the cultural and emotional impact of The Beatles' live performance legacy, The Beatles: Get Back” documentary and Randi’s reflections on her favorite shows.
We not only explore the Beatles, we also cruise through an amazing span of live music experiences and musical genres as we talk about Bob Dylan, Bob Marley, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, The Doors, Michael Jackson, Randy Nelson, Common, Modest Mouse, Big Momma Thorton, Harry Styles, Eminem, and the Beatles cover band Sgt Pepper's Lonely Bluegrass Band. And I’m pretty sure we set a Live Fix Podcast record for the most artists mentioned and topics explored in a show.
Randi shares the story about the “James Brown” lesson that the Rolling Stones learned from the TAMI Show in 1964. We also explore Elvis’s live shows and his final days, then we dive into the impact of drugs and substance abuse on an artist's performance and explore the give and take and the emotional exchange between fans and bands when an artist is emotionally struggling onstage, and then we ask the question; why do we as fans benefit from their pain and struggle, and why does that pain and struggle produce a memorable performance. We also dive into the tribal connection of fans, the spiritual dimension of live music and mourning the loss of a loved one. Enjoy the show!
On this Live Fix Podcast episode we revisit one of the most talked about concert viral videos. A video that has more than 23 million views on YouTube and is still talked about 13 years later here in 2022. A concert moment that captured the attention of not only concert fans but also Ted Talks, entrepreneurs, leadership thought leaders and corporate training teams. It’s a concert moment that back in 2009, intrigued me and got me thinking differently about what inspires and motivates concerts fans to spontaneously start a massive dance party at a major music festival. That’s right, we’re going to catch up with Collin Wynter AKA the Sasquatch Festival “Dancing Guy”.
We talk about his side of this unforgettable live music story as he shares what he thinks about Derek Sivers’s 2010 Ted Talk and the Nine Inch Nails backstory that led to the legendary concert moment. Collin tells us how self expression, dance, and yoga inspire his passion for live music and life, and he shares live music stories from his most memorable shows by Peaches, Tunes-Yards, Ozzy Osbourne, Propaghandi and KISS, and he tells us why he wishes he could’ve seen Freddie Mercury perform live. Enjoy the show!
Music and artist mentioned in the episode:
- Tune-Yards
- Peaches
- Propoghandi
- Queen
- Nine Inch Nails
- Santigold
- KISS
Show Notes:
- Chris's 2009 Original Live Fix Experiment Blog post
- Chris's 2010 interview with Collin
- Derek Sivers' Ted Talk
- Collin's website: Collinwynter.org
On this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we connect back with our fellow concert fan and Chicago punk rock pioneering promoter Eric “the Nihilist” Kolkey. We explore how he coped with no live shows during Covid, what the post-covid live music experience looks like for fans and bands, getting Frank Zappa’s autograph in high school, concerts and memorabilia, Iggy and the Raw Power jacket, Tom Waits at the Park West, hanging out with Lady Gaga, Best Coast at Lincoln Hall and more!
Show Notes:
- LFP #23: The Amazing Concert Adventures of Eric “Nihilist” Kolkey
- History of the Raw Power Jacket
Artists and music discussed or played during the show:
- Best Coast
- Frank Zappa
- Iggy Pop and the Stooges
- Tom Waits
- Lady Gaga
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On this episode of Live Fix Podcast we explore the live music experience with “The Party Scientist” Jacques Martiquet. Jacques takes us through the power of biosocial hacking, human gathering experiments and crowdsurf therapy to help concert fans, artists and event promoters make the live music experience more meaningful. We explore…if drugs and alcohol make a show better or worse, how fans fear intimacy at concerts, the unique difference between male and female social burdens at concerts and whether it is better for artists to be performers or facilitators. Jacques shares his favorite concert experiences as we explore the live performances of BTS, Dan Deacon, Rezz and Tony Robbins. Enjoy the show!
Show Notes:
- Learn more about Jacques’ mission at thepartyscientist.com
Artists and music discussed or played during the show:
- BTS
- Rezz
- Carnage
- Dan Deacon
- Tony Robbins
On this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we're sharing our Desert Island Concert pics. Join us as we explore the shows we would want to remember if we were stranded on a desert island: Seeing the Grateful Dead in Chicago, lying to parents to see Aerosmith, almost dying at a Glenn Kotche concert, getting stuck in a brawl between The Wu-Tang Clan and their fans and surviving a sea of screaming New Kids on The Block fans. Enjoy the show!
On this episode of Live Fix Radio we explore live music fashion and traverse through the exciting and controversial topic of what fans wear (and shouldn’t wear) when we go to concerts. Plus excellent stories about how Woodstock, Sigur Ros, Jimi Hendrix, Sufjan Stevens, Ray Charles and Lady Gaga have all influenced and inspired their sense of style and personal creativity.
On this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we memorable concert experiences which include seeing Kid Creole and The Coconuts, Melissa Etheridge, John Cooper Clark, Blue Oyster Cult, and a funny story of how he ended up as a bouncer for an Anne Lennox show.
On this episode of Live Fix Podcast, exploring Bon Iver and the power of the little things and chatting with fellow concert fan about how a picture of Justin Vernon’s “that was then” tattoo inspired her own tattoo, She also shares why she’ll never forget crowdsurfing during Bon Iver at Coachella and soaking in Cage The Elephant with her dad during a sublime downpour at Lollapalooza.
On this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we pay tribute to the fiery live performance of late Chicago bluesman Magic Slim, and sharing highlights and stories from the new releases by Mumford & Sons and Eels. Rock on and thanks for listening!
On this episode of Live Fix Podcast we’re exploring the past, present and future of the Super Bowl halftime show and thinking about what sort of copy-catting Beyonce might be up to during this year’s show. We’ll also riff on Pepsi’s attempt at crowd-sourcing and compare that with examples of real concert crowd-sourcing. Rock on and thanks for listening!
On this episode of Live Fix Podcast we’re exploring stories from the 12-12-12 Sandy Relief concert, looking back at other historical benefit shows and their psychological impact, and sharing tips on how you can host your own concert to support a worthy cause. Rock on and thanks for listening!
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we explore why kids rock and amaze us live. We talk with a concert fan about how she’s playing a pivotal role in raising up the next generation of artists and creating a new type of live music experience for young concert fans. She also shares what amazes here about seeing Adele and Eminem live, and why she loves going to shows with her parents.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we explore our favorite live concert documentaries. From LCD Sound System’s "Shut Up And Play the Hits" to The Last Waltz, we’re sharing our top picks from recent releases and all-time classic movies that capture the live concert experience, celebrate the fan experience and set the standard for how concert movies should be made.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we’re talking with Steve Weinberger author of No Air Guitar Allowed. He shares how his comical book of concert characters came to life, what he’s never done at a show before and how he’s teaching his daughter the fine art of concertgoing.
Plus, we’ll explore our electromusical mood discoveries at Pitchfork Festival, The Who’s 1979 redeeming ticket opportunity, Lolla fans getting punched in the stomach, and why Jack White is apparently requesting fans not use social media during his shows.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we explore a concert fan’s story of traveling to Ohio to see the Black Keys live with his brother, why he refused to pay for a bar stool at the House of Blues in Chicago and what inspires him to write about live music.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we explore the wonders of our first concert experiences. A concert fan shares how Grouplove filled his cup and left him tongue-tied during his first show at Metro in Chicago.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we explore the battle of the bands experiences with two special guests Aunt Martha and Sonicbids. Listen in as Tim Noyes of Aunt Martha shares his story of how playing the Sonicbids stage at Bonnaroo 2011 impacted the band’s career, chemistry and how they’re doing one year later.
Then in part two, Darlene Doyle shares the story of Sonicbids and tells us how her unique dance performance perspective influences her live music experience and why she’d like to be in a choreographed Michael Jackson hologram show.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we’re celebrating moms and sharing stories about how live music has changed their lives. Listen in as they tell tales about ripping off pieces of Elvis’s cape, remembering Sinatra, chilling at Phish shows, surviving the shrill of screaming Jonas Brothers fans and why Elton John is still one of the best live performers.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we explore the creative adventures of a fellow concert fan and photographer. He shares great memories of Rothbury and Burning Man, and more insights about what makes fans want to rock out at concerts.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we’re celebrating Record Store Day 2012 and exploring the connection between live music and our favorite record shops. He explains the spirituality and zen of record shops, revisits the last Replacements gig in 1991, and tell us why seeing Bruce Springsteen live in 1984 changed everything for him.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we’re diving deeper into our exploration of the best mobile apps for concert fans. Listen in to our chat with Alex Miller as she shares the story behind StagePage, her mission to improve how we remember our concert experiences and why she will never forget seeing the Rolling Stones live at Busch Stadium.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, Michael Brandvold tells us how he went from loyal KISS fan to THE guy who created and ran the band’s very first fan site kissonline.com. As a music marketing master he shares tips on how bands can get gigs, connect with fans and make their show standout in today’s ultra-competitive and ever-crowded music industry.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we invite you to celebrate Valentine's Day and cuddle up with that special someone (or your favorite live album) and join us as we explore the intimate details of our ongoing, and highly addictive, love affair with the live concert experience.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we’ll journey through the amazing concert adventures of Eric “Nihilist” Kolkey. Buckle up and get ready for a wild ride as we explore Kolkey’s pioneering days promoting and celebrating Chicago’s legendary punk scene, discover his sensual rituals at Vivian Girls shows and relive a terrifying “Gaga moment” at Lollapalooza 2010.
During this episode of Live Fix Radio, we explore the top shows, our favorite concert fan moments of 2011 and trends we expect to see in the future.
During this episode of Live Fix Podcast, we explore the music of rapper, singer-songwriter and Chicago-native Katherine Flaherty (aka K.Flay). We first discovered K. Flay’s cunning blend of hip hop, pop, rock and humorous rhymes back in March at SXSW. We caught up with Flaherty before her show at Subterranean to talk about her Black Friday guilt, the emotional connection with her fans, what she’s learned since SXSW and the silly things she says while onstage.
During the show we also share how we discovered the curious backstory of Subterranean, the venue where K.Flay played. It’s a show packed with tons of great stuff like live post-show fan interviews and news about free live downloads and more as you’ll see in the show notes and links below.
For our twentieth episode of Live Fix Podcast, join us as we continue to explore the grandeur of U2’s record-breaking 360 tour. Discover unforgettable fan experiences, the story behind the Claw from Enerpac engineer Tom Eggert, and how U2’s new documentary From The Sky Below chronicles the creative evolution of the band’s live performance.
Is live music better experienced live or on record? Is the live album dead? Those are just two of the big philosophical questions that we’ve been wondering about more and more lately. So, hey, what better than to explore those […]
Concerts are more than just an escape. They are the emotional glue of our lives. Join us during this episode of Live Fix Radio, as we explore how our favorite live shows by Weezer, Blink-182, GWAR, Modest Mouse, Arcade Fire, […]
Last year we made our way through Chicago’s haunted music venues. And this year it’s all treats and no tricks on this very thrilling and chilling episode of Live Fix Radio as we explore the fears that are lurking around (and […]
During this episode of Live Fix Radio we’ll tell you a story about how a well-traveled and concert-loving quarter from 1965 inspired us to continue our Concert Genealogy Experiment. And speaking of Concert Genealogy, we’ll tell you how we discovered […]
During this episode of Live Fix Radio, we explore the topic of teenage performers and how the live music experience impacts their creativity, inspiration and psychological development. We’re excited to dive into this topic and share with you the music […]
During this episode of Live Fix Radio, we explore how fans cope with the emotional trauma caused by the Sugarland stage collapse tragedy, the evolution of gate-crashing and the best and worst moments of Lollapalooza 2011. Subscribe via iTunes. Show […]
During this episode of Live Fix Radio we have for you: Our Odd Future survival stories and other crazy adventures had at Pitchfork Music Festival 2011. An interview with Gideon, a curious concert fan who tells us why he […]
What do you expect to feel and experience at a concert? During this episode of Live Fix Radio we’ll answer that question as we explore the Top 5 Expectations of the live music xperience. It’s also time for Pitchfork […]
During this episode of Live Fix Radio, we explore how the female brain, body and emotions are impacted by the live music experience. We also spoke with Egyptian hardcore band Massive Scar Era. And after seeing the female-fronted quartet […]
Say hello to Chicago-based bands Makeshift Prodigy and California Wives live from MOBfest 2011! During this episode of Live Fix Radio, we explore the details about each band’s favorite artists and most memorable concerts experiences, what role fans play during […]
On this episode of Live Fix Radio, we explore the live music laboratory of Chicago-based experimental rock band The Earth Program as they give us an exclusive tour of their Spook House practice studio. The ambitious quartet also shares the […]
During this episode of Live Fix Radio we explore how Thrillcall.com helps concert fans find their favorite live shows and discover emerging artists, and how Earlove makes sure your ears stay safe and sound while you get your rock on. Subscribe […]
We’re halfway through 2011 and it’s time to explore our favorite live album releases of the year (so far). On this episode of Live Fix Radio, we have a megamix of live albums from Bob Marley, Green Day, Mastodon, Regina […]