I created a new musical genre called PARKOUROCK. See what it’s all about on “My Fault” from the VIDEOS page.
Think about it.
Skater Boy... no skateboard
I made a video for "My Fault" at a skatepark in Atlanta... without a skateboard. I hope you have as much fun watching as I had making it. Dig… youtu.be/T9pz31IfHFA
Got ARHLO?
My new single “My Fault” came out last week, featuring an EDM remix by ARHLO! Check it out on the MUSIC PAGE, or on your preferred listening service… https://found.ee/FIwzB
JJ @ 20
I’ve played in venues around the world, and Jammin' Java is one of the best!
Happy Anniversary!!
Radio Caroline fundraiser
I released a song called "Radio Caroline" on vinyl in 2018, featuring artwork by Matt DiLeo. I'm excited to announce that it's now available for purchase directly from Radio Caroline! All proceeds go towards the fundraising campaign to benefit their ship, Ross Revenge. Find out more at radiocaroline.co.uk and watch the video here…
https://youtu.be/wuz27bndHhY
"My Fault" remixed!!
New single “My Fault” is out today with EDM remix by ARHLO! The song was originally released in August on my Dweller EP and thought it would be great to reintroduce it with a fresh twist when I heard some ARHLO tracks online. He took it to the next level. Listen here… https://found.ee/FIwzB
Valuable suggestions
I've heard Derek speak on some of these topics throughout the years, but this collection brings everything into focus. There are many lessons to consider here, but more importantly it provides fresh perspectives and unique insights into this thing we call life. Find out more at https://sive.rs/h
Remix... next week...
I’m working with ARHLO on a remix of “My Fault”. Shine up those dancing shoes for Tuesday, October 12th!
Big day!
Hooray Caffeine
Big week for coffee lovers! Yesterday was National Coffee Day and tomorrow is International Coffee Day. I’ll drink to that!!
SFTAP @ 20
Charlie Hunter's album Songs from the Analog Playground was released on September 25th, 2001 from Blue Note Records. Featuring John Ellis on sax, Chris Lovejoy on percussion, and me on drums. It was Charlie's first record with guest vocalists (Norah Jones, Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def, Kurt Elling, and Theryl "Houseman" DeClouet). This photo was taken on the last day of recording at Water Music in Hoboken, NJ on February 19th, 2001.
Art by Jim
Creepy cool collages by one of my favorite directors, Jim Jarmusch. Find out more at anthology.net/book/jim-jarmusch-some-collages
Happy Birthday Bruce!
Just realized that today is Bruce Springsteen’s birthday. Gonna sit in the dark and listen to Nebraska over and over again.
TONIGHT...
up in the sky…
Big day in Paris
Sixty years ago, artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude conceived their plan to wrap The Arc de Triomphe. They’re no longer with us, but Chrito’s nephew Vladimir Yavachev has brought the project to fruition. L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped will be on view from September 18th to October 3rd. Find out more at christojeanneclaude.net/timeline
Happy Aniversary!
One of the best parts about living in Atlanta near Little Five Points is being close to Criminal Records. Congrats to them on celebrating three decades of wonderful. Here’s to many more!
NOTICE
Wesley Verhoeve spent the first half of 2020 in Vancouver BC, Canada during the lockdown. His daily photo walks turned into a beautiful book called NOTICE. It’s a limited edition, so get it while you can at newstyle.co/products/notice
Sweet Sweet Music
Big thanks to Sweet Sweet Music Blog for the interview! Solid Q&A about my creative process and making the new 'Dweller' EP. Read all about it…
sweetsweetmusicblog.wordpress.com/2021/09/05/stephen-chopek-dweller-qa
One month anniversary!
My new EP Dweller was released on August 6th and it’s been getting lots of listens and critical acclaim! Thank you for all the support!! If you haven’t heard it yet, click HERE to check it out on you favorite music service.
Here are some rave reviews…
Stephen Chopek is the blue-collar singer/songwriter rock needs right now.
- Indie Band Guru
“We Still Know" is a crashing pop anthem.
- BrooklynVegan
A rising star in the American underground.
- Vents Magazine
“Empty Hands” is endless indie-pop fun flowing with retro-synths.
- The Sounds Won't Stop
”We Still Know” feels timeless – an instant classic.
- GroundSounds
"Unspoken Hopes" chiming guitars and soaring harmonies beam over the landscape ahead in sympathy.
- The Memphis Flyer
”Empty Hands” is an amalgam of Power Pop and synth-driven New Wave.
- Here Comes The Flood
”We Still Know” just crept in and stole my heart.
- Independent Music Reviews
Dweller delivers wonderfully redolent songs, at once warm and contagious.
- XS Noize
