Release show 9/25 in Memphis

My record release show is happening this Friday, September 25th in Memphis, TN at FOUND! Special guest Bryan Hartley opens the show at 8:00pm. My new album, Things Moving On Their Own Together, will be officially released on September 29th; but it will be available in advance at the show for FREE (included with $5 cover).
Excited to play my new songs from the good people of Memphis!!
Here's the Facebook invitation...
facebook.com/events/537618013059578

"Nothing Happens" in Skin Back Alley

Today might be a holiday, but I'm celebrating Labor Day by working! It's business as usual, and I have a new review to share with you. Skin Back Alley posted a great piece today about my latest single "Nothing Happens", upcoming album Things Moving On Their Own Together, and Fall tour dates! Read all about it...

http://skinbackalley.com/2015/09/07/stephen-chopek-shares-new-single-fall-tour-dates-and-details-new-album-release/

Fall tour dates

I hope you're having a great summer! I've been hard at work preparing for my album release at the end of September, and booking a solo tour for October.

Things Moving On Their Own Together will be available on September 29th, and I posted upcoming tour dates on the SHOWS page. I'll be adding more shows and event details soon, so be sure to check back for updates.

Music and Food (two of my favorite things)

The creative process is the same regardless of what field you apply it to. Check out this quote from a recent Washington Post article about the restaurant industry.

"food television has created a pervasive, mistaken perception among young, aspiring chefs that success is earned less through patience and perseverance than it is through sudden fame"

The key words: PATIENCE and PERSEVERANCE.
I'll say it again: PATIENCE and PERSEVERANCE.
One more time: PATIENCE and PERSEVERANCE.

Booking a tour

Being an independent musician requires many skill sets. Interestingly enough, playing playing music is only a part of it. My latest role has been Booking Agent. It's been my unofficial full time job for most of June and July. Gigs are now starting to be confirmed, and my fall tour is looking good. Stay tuned for more details. See you soon!

How I made the "Staying" video.

"Staying" is the new single from my latest EP, On Their Own; the second installment of three releases for 2015. Shortly after moving from New Jersey to Memphis last year, I started filming – my goal was to capture moments as they presented themselves in order to express the spontaneity of that exploration. Locations include Overton Park, the old Hi Tone, and my own backyard. I collected a lot of footage without knowing which song I would use it for. When I decided that 'Staying' was going to be the single, everything fell into place. The video serves as both a visual accompaniment to music, and a love letter to my new home. You can watch "Staying" on the Videos page or right here...