Big thanks to Chris McCoy at The Memphis Flyer for posting my new video "Made of Puzzles" in today's Music Video Monday! (Link below.) This song is the first one on my upcoming album - Begin the Glimmer - to be released on October 12th!!
memphisflyer.com/FilmTVEtcBlog/archives/2018/10/01/music-video-monday-stephen-chopek
5 & Dime
I recorded my upcoming album, Begin the Glimmer, at 5 & Dime Recording with Harry Koniditsiotis in Memphis, TN. The official release date is October 12th, but you can hear and see the latest singles on the MUSIC and VIDEOS pages. Also be sure to sign the mailing list for all the latest news, tour dates, and exclusive offers. Thank you!
Photos by George Hancock
5 and Dime Recording in Memphis, TN.
5 and Dime Recording in Memphis, TN.
NIN - TN
I saw Nine Inch Nails at The Orpheum Theatre last night in Memphis, TN. The performance was epic and amazing. I’ve been listening to them for a long time, and this was my first show. Seeing them live made me realize why I like Trent Reznor’s music so much. It’s a beautiful balance of electronica, minimalist composition, and thrash metal.
#nin
Drumming 101
A minute to learn. A lifetime to master.
New album October 12th!
I'm excited to announce that my upcoming album - Begin the Glimmer - will be released on October 12th! Featuring ten songs, including the singles "Radio Caroline" and "We Live Our Day". Recorded and mixed in my new hometown of Memphis, TN. Please sign the mailing list (link below) for tour schedules, exclusive offers, and all the latest updates. Thank you!!
New video for "We Live Our Day"
I made a new video for my latest single “We Live Our Day”! Check it out on the VIDEOS page, or on YouTube from the link below. Thanks for watching!!
youtu.be/x1-14taxVy4
Song review from AudioFuzz
My song "Could Have Been" was reviewed by Audio Fuzz! Among other things, they said "this single and the album from which it comes, are some of the best work Chopek has down, and maybe some of the best singer/songwriter music down for a while." Check it out...
audiofuzz.com/hear/memphis-soul-stephen-chopek-could-have-been
New song premier TODAY
My new single "We Live Our Day" premieres TODAY in Glide Magazine! Check it out...
glidemagazine.com/212614/song-premiere-stephen-chopek-showcases-catchy-songwriting-and-left-of-the-dial-rocker-sound-with-we-live-our-day
Nuts and bolts
Started reading this and can't put it down.
New song coming soon
I'm releasing a new single next week! Stay tuned form details. Here's the artwork...
ICYMI: new vid for "Could Have Been"
In case you missed the official premier last week, the new video for my latest single "Could Have Been" is now available for your viewing pleasure. Check it out from YouTube at youtu.be/VsTNNB23-k0 or on the VIDEOS page. Thanks for watching!
Tour Update #3
I returned home yesterday from the second leg of my summer tour. Lots of fun Midwest performances, beautiful drives, and fantastic sightseeing. (Check previous News entries for travelogue.) I drove 5400 miles in 19 days through 14 cities of 7 states for 17 gigs, 1 radio interview, and 2 days at a meditation center. New album coming in October and East Coast shows to follow! Please sign the mailing list below to get all the latest news. Thank you!!
Music Video Monday
The new video for my latest single "Could Have Been" was featured in The Memphis Flyer for this week's Music Video Monday! Link here...
memphisflyer.com/FilmTVEtcBlog/archives/2018/08/20/music-video-monday-stephen-chopek
Tour Update #2
In between shows last week, I was able to check out some very cool sights in the Midwest. See pics below. The adventures continue this week in Wisconsin, Arkansas, and Missouri. More info on the SHOWS page.
Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA.
Final stage for Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper (February 2, 1959) at Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA.
Dusk on Lake Superior in Duluth, MN.
Dr. Evermore's Forevertron in North Freedom, WI.
Uncle Woody
I visited Okemah, OK a few years ago to see the birthplace of Woody Guthrie. I was going through Oklahoma again this week and had to go back.
The site of WG's childhood home.
Okemah's favorite son.
Tour Update #1
August tour got off to a strong start last week. I just finished a busy weekend with four shows in two days. Yesterday in between gigs, I made an unplanned stop at the Evel Knievel museum in Topeka. Awesome!
This week I'm in Iowa, Kansas, and Minnesota. Check the SHOWS page for details.
Topeka, KS
New single premier TODAY
My new single "Could Have Been" is out today! Big thanks to MAGNET Magazine for the exclusive premier!! Check it out...
magnetmagazine.com/2018/08/08/magnet-exclusive-premiere-stephen-chopeks
Radio Caroline at Rockwood
The live recording of "Radio Caroline" from Rockwood Music Hall in New York City is now available on the VIDEOS page for your viewing pleasure.
August tour starts next week!
Check the SHOWS page for details.
Highly Caffeinated podcast
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Corey Durkin from The Uplift for an interview on the Highly Caffeinated podcast! Corey says, "Stephen’s thoughts on regularity in an effort to achieve MASTERY of something is an incredible part of this interview". Listen here...
betheuplift.com/stephen-chopek
