As the band was gearing up to perform last night for the Cleveland Independent Christmas Bash, we got to chatting about our favourite albums. It was an interesting and fun conversation with a few surprises all over!
So Im posing the question to you. What are your favourite 8 albums? (And itd be great if you could say a little something as to why you've chosen what you've chosen).
Im not sure I can put mine in a numerical order, but I can list 8 for sure.
1. The Cardigans - Long Gone Before Daylight
This record leads off with "Communication" my theme song, and i think one of the very best songs ever written. There is a lot of emotion and beauty in this record. I listen to it often, and have it on me at most times.
2. Trevor Hall- Trevor Hall
Trevor is one of the best lyricists today. His spiritual lyrics and insights are enlightened and deeply moving. This record takes the best of what he does and is well-produced as well. One of the best records of the decade.
3. U2 - All That You Can't Leave Behind
This record really turned a new passion on in me. The first time I heard "Beautiful Day" i was hooked. It was different and big. Moving from there to "Walk On." The whole record has a beautiful intimacy to it even with the huge anthems on it. This is the record that made me want to be Bono :)
4. Jewel - Pieces of You
This record is the reason I am singing today. I still have yet to hear a record with such honesty and emotion in every song. She flat out cries on "Painters." I found this record in high school when it first came out and i listened to it for about 3 years straight. I wanted to do that - convey that kind of emotion thru music. And Im still trying.
5. Tom Petty - Into the Great Wide Open
Tom Petty was a huge influence on me as a kid and as a budding singer/songwriter. Of course Mary Jane's Last Dance and Dont Come Around Here No More made me a life-long fan, but this record really speaks to me. Im not really sure why. It has the hits "Into the Great Wide Open" and "Learning to Fly" but the rest of the record is really well written and classic Tom Petty.
6. Michael Jackson - Thriller
I grew up on this record.
7. Speaking in Tongues - Talking Heads
David Byrne's brilliant. "Naive Melody" is one of my favourite songs of all time. His quirky style and lyrics have always been a huge inspiration to me.
8. Prince - Purple Rain
The best and possibly only Prince record good all the way through. Every song is great. And "Purple Rain" is the best song written. Ever. I also grew up on this record. And will be trying to write a Purple Rain my whole life im sure.
9. John Lennon - Walls and Bridges
This isnt the activist John or the lover John. Its a bit more introspective for Lennon and though it was his only solo No. 1 record, it isnt filled with a lot of hits. But songs like "Old Dirt Road," "Steel and Glass," "Nobody Loves You (When You're Down and Out)" are some of my favourite Lennon tunes. I have always been a Lennon fan, even before I realized it.
10. Bon Iver - For Emma, Forever Ago
This record really moved me. It got me thinking in a new way about music, recording, and conveying emotion. "Skinny Love" would be on my top songs of all time list as well. I love records that can transport you to another time and place, and this is a quintessential example of that.
My best of 2009 (again in no particular order):
1. Trevor Hall - Trevor Hall
2. Phoenix - Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix
3. David Byrne/ Brian Eno - All That Happens Happens Today
4. Fun - Aim and Ignite
5. Kings of Leon - Only by the Night
6. Bell XI - Blue Lights on the Runway
7. Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros - Up From Below
8. What I Meant to Say - Zach (a little biased here)
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Saturday, December 5, 2009
The Love Initiative
The Love Initiative.
Feb 25, 2010.
Akron Civic Theater.
$25. Tickets on sale now, but going quickly. www.zachmusic.net for tickets. THEY WILL BE SOLD OUT BY CHRISTMAS so get yours now!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ef9dlEDf-u4
Feb 25, 2010.
Akron Civic Theater.
$25. Tickets on sale now, but going quickly. www.zachmusic.net for tickets. THEY WILL BE SOLD OUT BY CHRISTMAS so get yours now!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ef9dlEDf-u4
Friday, December 4, 2009
... That Being Said ...
Liner Notes for the 10th Zach release - the EP entitled "... That Being Said ..."
1. This Is What It Is (To Be Loved)
2. Bobby
3. Violet
4. Ever After (Live in Cuyahoaga Falls)
5. Life Reprise (Live in Cuyahaga Falls)
All songs written by Zach Friedhof 2008/2009 ZEF Music/ BMI.
(c) (P) 2009 Buffalo ZEF Records.
Zach is:
Zach - vocals, electric guitars
Charlie Trenta - electric guitars, backing vocals
Neil Keating - bass, backing vocals on Ever After
Michael Marotta - keys, organ, noises
Brandon Austin - drums on Violet
with guests:
Dominic Tancredi - drums on songs 1,2,4,5
Nolan and the Plunketts - horns on 4,5
Cameron Jones - beat box on Life Reprise
Songs 1-2 recorded at Lava Room Studios in Cleveland. Engineered by Thom Pope. Mixed by Thom Pope and Mike Brown. Mastered by Mike Brown/ Michael Marotta.
Violet was recorded at UHF Studios in Cleveland. Mixed by Chris Maneri. Mastered by Michael Marotta.
Songs 4-5 recorded live at Cuyahoga Falls High School Auditorium April 25, 2009. Recorded by Chris Pepe w/ Clean Gold Audio. Front of house engineer was Charles Korecki. Mixed by Chris Pepe and Zach. Mastered by Michael Marotta.
Notes:
This Is what It Is:
I wrote this song during a summer whilst in love. What more can one hope for than to be someone else's highlight? Anyway, being love is all about giving love.
Bobby:
I became deeply inspired by Bobby Kennedy's life, words, and dreams. He was a brilliant man really making a difference on so many levels. I think this world would be a at least a slightly better place if he were still with us. I also got very interested in the Obama campaign and noticed a lot of similarities between the two men, their thoughts, and campaigns. This song was actually written the morning Obama won the election, after celebrating for several hours in Akron with a diverse and all equally emotional crowd of folks.
Violet:
I nearly died writing this song. One of my oldest and dearest friends, Cory Farinacci had a daughter in May. She was the first of my really close circle of friends to have a child, and I wrote this song for her and her daughter, Violet. I'd like to mention that I also dedicated this song to my keyboardist, Michael, who had a son, Oliver, last Chirstmas. I was really nervous to write a song like this - the chances of it being cheesey were so high! But during my summer Western tour, while driving through the Nevada dessert, this song came to me. I sang and hummed as I drove, realizing that I'd need to pull over to finish this song. I waited patiently for the next rest stop, which wasn't coming. In a panic, after nearly an hour, i finally reached an exit. Pulling off, i got out my guitar and went to work flushing out the rest of the song. It was 107 degrees in the shade, and I'm sure warmer inside my stopped van. I knew I didn't have much time. Luckily inspiration hit and the muses guided me through it quickly. Dripping with sweat and nearly passing out, i finished the song. Im very happy with how this song came out. The first rehearsal with the band for this song produced nearly the end result. Charlie found that beautiful soaring line, Brandon found the power of the beat and the samba-like ending, and the rest is a sort of history.
4. Ever After (Live in Cuyahoga Falls):
All I can say about this is "Horns." Thanks Nolan and the Plunketts!
5. Life Reprise (Live in Cuyahoag Falls):
Our good friend Cameron comes up from time to time and dazzles with his beat boxing. This section of the song was a free-for-all party. A good thrid of the audience had danced up onstage and were packed around us, and the mood was soaring. This is, for me, a little taste of the atmosphere and unpredictability of our live shows.
Thanks:
Tha band. First and foremost. Charlie, Neil, Michael, Brandon, and Dom. Y'all put some time in over the last few months making this happen. UHF studios for really working with us to record Violet. Thom Pope for doing a fine job with us on This is What It Is and Bobby (plus he orchestrated the strings for that tune). Chris Pepe for recording the live material and the time spent mixing them down. All the fans. You make it possible. Jesus, Buddha, Moses, and Gorrunga. Aum.
Let's all go where there's no more you and me. No they and we. Only unity.
Let's manifest ourselves in exquisitness every chance we get.
We always have a chance.
Namaste.
1. This Is What It Is (To Be Loved)
2. Bobby
3. Violet
4. Ever After (Live in Cuyahoaga Falls)
5. Life Reprise (Live in Cuyahaga Falls)
All songs written by Zach Friedhof 2008/2009 ZEF Music/ BMI.
(c) (P) 2009 Buffalo ZEF Records.
Zach is:
Zach - vocals, electric guitars
Charlie Trenta - electric guitars, backing vocals
Neil Keating - bass, backing vocals on Ever After
Michael Marotta - keys, organ, noises
Brandon Austin - drums on Violet
with guests:
Dominic Tancredi - drums on songs 1,2,4,5
Nolan and the Plunketts - horns on 4,5
Cameron Jones - beat box on Life Reprise
Songs 1-2 recorded at Lava Room Studios in Cleveland. Engineered by Thom Pope. Mixed by Thom Pope and Mike Brown. Mastered by Mike Brown/ Michael Marotta.
Violet was recorded at UHF Studios in Cleveland. Mixed by Chris Maneri. Mastered by Michael Marotta.
Songs 4-5 recorded live at Cuyahoga Falls High School Auditorium April 25, 2009. Recorded by Chris Pepe w/ Clean Gold Audio. Front of house engineer was Charles Korecki. Mixed by Chris Pepe and Zach. Mastered by Michael Marotta.
Notes:
This Is what It Is:
I wrote this song during a summer whilst in love. What more can one hope for than to be someone else's highlight? Anyway, being love is all about giving love.
Bobby:
I became deeply inspired by Bobby Kennedy's life, words, and dreams. He was a brilliant man really making a difference on so many levels. I think this world would be a at least a slightly better place if he were still with us. I also got very interested in the Obama campaign and noticed a lot of similarities between the two men, their thoughts, and campaigns. This song was actually written the morning Obama won the election, after celebrating for several hours in Akron with a diverse and all equally emotional crowd of folks.
Violet:
I nearly died writing this song. One of my oldest and dearest friends, Cory Farinacci had a daughter in May. She was the first of my really close circle of friends to have a child, and I wrote this song for her and her daughter, Violet. I'd like to mention that I also dedicated this song to my keyboardist, Michael, who had a son, Oliver, last Chirstmas. I was really nervous to write a song like this - the chances of it being cheesey were so high! But during my summer Western tour, while driving through the Nevada dessert, this song came to me. I sang and hummed as I drove, realizing that I'd need to pull over to finish this song. I waited patiently for the next rest stop, which wasn't coming. In a panic, after nearly an hour, i finally reached an exit. Pulling off, i got out my guitar and went to work flushing out the rest of the song. It was 107 degrees in the shade, and I'm sure warmer inside my stopped van. I knew I didn't have much time. Luckily inspiration hit and the muses guided me through it quickly. Dripping with sweat and nearly passing out, i finished the song. Im very happy with how this song came out. The first rehearsal with the band for this song produced nearly the end result. Charlie found that beautiful soaring line, Brandon found the power of the beat and the samba-like ending, and the rest is a sort of history.
4. Ever After (Live in Cuyahoga Falls):
All I can say about this is "Horns." Thanks Nolan and the Plunketts!
5. Life Reprise (Live in Cuyahoag Falls):
Our good friend Cameron comes up from time to time and dazzles with his beat boxing. This section of the song was a free-for-all party. A good thrid of the audience had danced up onstage and were packed around us, and the mood was soaring. This is, for me, a little taste of the atmosphere and unpredictability of our live shows.
Thanks:
Tha band. First and foremost. Charlie, Neil, Michael, Brandon, and Dom. Y'all put some time in over the last few months making this happen. UHF studios for really working with us to record Violet. Thom Pope for doing a fine job with us on This is What It Is and Bobby (plus he orchestrated the strings for that tune). Chris Pepe for recording the live material and the time spent mixing them down. All the fans. You make it possible. Jesus, Buddha, Moses, and Gorrunga. Aum.
Let's all go where there's no more you and me. No they and we. Only unity.
Let's manifest ourselves in exquisitness every chance we get.
We always have a chance.
Namaste.
A New EP and More!!
We have released for the Holidays a few new exciting items!!
1. A brand new EP! Called ... That Being Said ... it features 5 unreleased songs both studio and live, and a must-have for your ultimate Zach collection! It's only $5! Track list is This is What it Is (To Be Loved), Bobby, Violet, Ever After (live), Life Reprise (Live).
2. A beautiful green hoodie! It's soft and comfortable and has a gorgeous deisgn on it. I'm not good brag, but it's pretty awesome indeed! And it's only $15!
3. Tickets for the Civic Theater. These are going fast, but still on sale! $25. This get you:
- A mind-blowing, soul-expanding show
- Open bar all night
- Tour of the Civic
- A limited edition CD only available to the folks that buy these tickets
- Light appetizers
- And possibly a dish home made by me for all the folks that buy tickets!
That's quite a deal! And they will be sold out by Christmas, so you need to get them now!! They're at all my shows, and online at: http://www.akroncivic.com/eventlist/event_detail.php?id=723
By the way, all these items, along with my 2 CDs (What I Meant to Say and Lost + Found) make wonderful holiday gifts!!
See you soon!
Namaste.
Zach
1. A brand new EP! Called ... That Being Said ... it features 5 unreleased songs both studio and live, and a must-have for your ultimate Zach collection! It's only $5! Track list is This is What it Is (To Be Loved), Bobby, Violet, Ever After (live), Life Reprise (Live).
2. A beautiful green hoodie! It's soft and comfortable and has a gorgeous deisgn on it. I'm not good brag, but it's pretty awesome indeed! And it's only $15!
3. Tickets for the Civic Theater. These are going fast, but still on sale! $25. This get you:
- A mind-blowing, soul-expanding show
- Open bar all night
- Tour of the Civic
- A limited edition CD only available to the folks that buy these tickets
- Light appetizers
- And possibly a dish home made by me for all the folks that buy tickets!
That's quite a deal! And they will be sold out by Christmas, so you need to get them now!! They're at all my shows, and online at: http://www.akroncivic.com/eventlist/event_detail.php?id=723
By the way, all these items, along with my 2 CDs (What I Meant to Say and Lost + Found) make wonderful holiday gifts!!
See you soon!
Namaste.
Zach
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
December News and Shows
Printable Version of Tour Dates
www.zachmusic.net/newsletter.hmtl
*** The Zach Pack Newsletter ***
December 2009 Edition
Howdy!
Another year is drawing to a close. As we come to this season of
reflecting upon the year, ourselves, and giving thanks for the many
blessings around us, I'd like to share some thanks as I realize so many
people I take for granted daily.
Firstly, a friend of mine, Walt English died tragically this past week. He
was a friend, a good man, and a good, different kind of booking agent. I
am glad I knew Walt, and will miss him. All of my deepest thoughts and
sympathies go to his wonderful wife, Becky, and their children.
I have a wonderful band - good friends first, and then great musicians.
They've been there for me when no one else has been. I appreciate then
greatly. There is also a wonderful community of artists in the Akron area
that make up a lot of my friends. It's a privilege to write and perform
with, and have them for friends. They enrich all of our lives!
Lastly, and not least - all the fans who have become my friends. You come
to many of my shows and support me every chance to you can. All that is
never overlooked, and always appreciated from the deepest parts of my
heart and soul.
If I ever take you for granted, forgive me, for you are definitely
appreciated and loved.
See you soon.
I. NEWS FLASH:
* BIG SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT: I will be performing a show called the "Love
Initiative" @ the Akron Civic Theater on Feb. 25th @ 8pm. Tickets are
onsale NOW and are $25. For this price you get: an amazing one-of-a-kind
special show, an open bar, a tour of the Civic, a FREE limited edition CD
that only the 110 people in attendance will get, some light appetizers,
and possibly food made by me for each person! What a deal! I know! There
is a catch: these tickets are going fast and will be sold out by
Christmas, so please order them NOW. Buy tickets at any of my shows, at
the Civic, or online @
http://www.akroncivic.com/eventlist/event_detail.php?id=723.
* The Official Zach Holiday Bash is @ Northside on Dec 3rd @ 8pm! It's
free, and there will be special guests David Ullman and Courtney Cable! Oh
yeah. Plus, FREE vegan pizza, desserts, and other appetizers!
* The Huffington Post just reviewed our record. And not only that, it was
written by the legendary Phil Ramone.
* You can buy the new CD, What I Meant to Say, online at
www.zachmusic.net/order.thml . Or you can get it at Itunes or off of
CDBaby.com/zach4. Or you can come out to a show, pick it up as well as one
of the 3 limited edition T-shirts, DVDs, buttons, and more!
* You really should check out www.buffalozef.blogspot.com and sign up to
follow the daily band blog! Yes, daily! The whole band will be adding
their thoughts and insights in daily doses! (Also, look for a monthly
podcast to start soon!). Plus, this is the exclusive place for my blogs,
pics, and thoughts while on the West Coast tours.
* Let's talk briefly about House Concerts. Yes, you can have me (and/or my
band) perform in your house for your friends! Sound like fun? It is! It is
an intimate experience that you will not soon forget! And it's really
pretty easy, too! We can even do some full band house concerts for anyone
interested in that experience! Email me at zach@zachmusic.net, and we can
make it happen! There are even some availabilities this holiday season!
What better Christmas (or other holiday/ birthday) gift!!! You can also
check out this video for a little helping hand and/or some ideas!
As always, all Breaking News is at www.zachmusic.net, where you can also
download past CDs, various songs not available anywhere else, ringtones,
pictures, videos, and much more!
THIS WEEK:
2 • Enjoy the Full Moon!
3 • Zach Holiday Hullabaloo @ Northside • (111 N. Main St, Akron) •
7:00pm. This is a holiday celebration and thanks to you for being
wonderful fans and people! My friends David Ullman, Courtney Cable, and
more will also be performing. And the band will be headlining. There will
be some vegan appetizers and desserts, and some prizes too! And it's FREE!
4 • New Orleans Showboat • (10310 Cascade Xing, Brooklyn, OH) • 9:00pm.
The Showboat is a unique and ambitious new restaurant and performance
space. I love new places!
5 • Doogan's • (55 Barrington Town Sq, Aurora, OH) • 7:00pm. A fun time
indeed!
7 • Poppin the Blues @ Great Lakes Brewery • (2516 Market Ave, Cleveland,
OH) • 6:00pm. You know this is going to be a great show! Kristine Jackson
and I will be performing, and I always have a blast when we're on a bill
together!
II. SCHEDULE:
December
2 • Enjoy the Full Moon!
3 • Zach Holiday Hullabaloo @ Northside • (111 N. Main St, Akron) •
7:00pm. This is a holiday celebration and thanks to you for being
wonderful fans and people! My friends David Ullman, Courtney Cable, and
more will also be performing. And the band will be headlining. There will
be some vegan appetizers and desserts, and some prizes too! And it's FREE!
4 • New Orleans Showboat • (10310 Cascade Xing, Brooklyn, OH) • 9:00pm.
The Showboat is a unique and ambitious new restaurant and performance
space. I love new places!
5 • Doogan's • (55 Barrington Town Sq, Aurora, OH) • 7:00pm. A fun time
indeed!
7 • Poppin the Blues @ Great Lakes Brewery • (2516 Market Ave, Cleveland,
OH) • 6:00pm. You know this is going to be a great show! Kristine Jackson
and I will be performing, and I always have a blast when we're on a bill
together!
9 • Fat Fish Blue • (21 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH) • 8:00pm. Another
show with Kristine Jackson!
10 • Zach Unplugged at Uncorked Wine Bar • (High St near corner of Market
St, Akron, OH) • 6:30pm. I can't tell you how fun this show will be! Great
wines, and a completely unplugged set. These have become my favorite shows
EVER! And you never know what'll happen!
11 • Happy Hanukkah!
11 • Barley House • (222 S. Main St, Akron, OH) • 9:00pm. Full band
soul-pop extravaganza! There's no reason to not be here at the party with
us!
12 • Thorncreek Winery • (155 Treet Ave, Aurora, OH) • 7:00pm. Another
beautiful winery in a lovely setting! A wonderful setting for the holiday
season!
15 • City|Art Indie BOX • (Front St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH) • 7:00pm. I LOVE
this new black-box theater-style venue! It is hip and exciting and a
wonderful place to catch any sort of show, especially a songwriter's
night! w/ Kristine Jackson!
16 • Hospice Care Center • (3358 Ridgewood Rd, Akron, OH) • 1:45pm.
Hospice is a beautiful organization. My father's stay there really helped
me to cope and accept his passing. So I like giving back to them.
17 • Zach Unplugged at Uncorked Wine Bar • (High St near corner of Market
St, Akron, OH) • 6:30pm. I can't tell you how fun this show will be! Great
wines, and a completely unplugged set. These have become my favorite shows
EVER! And you never know what'll happen!
19 • Hermes Winery • (6413 Hayes Ave, Sandusky, OH) • 8:30pm. A beautiful
setting for the holidays! And a great place to come out and celebrate with
me!
20 • Power of Oneness Spiritual Center • (Chicago, IL) • 3:00pm. My music
is part of the service today.
20 • Uncommon Ground • (3800 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL) • 7:00pm. w/
Heather Styka and Allison Weiss. Hello Chicago!! I miss you! Come out and
rock with me!
21 • Welcome to the Winter Solstice!
21 • Wolf Creek Winery • (2637 S Cleveland - Massillon Rd, Norton) •
7:00pm.A wonderful setting with great wines and good people!
23 • Akron Zoo • (500 Edgewood Ave, Akron, OH) • 5:00pm. This is a
benefit for the Zoo. Maybe we can get a bear to dance along to Life with
me...
23 • Christmas Rock Show -12 Bands of Christmas • (Jammin Java Place,
7007 W. Pleasant Valley Rd, Parma, OH) • 9:00pm. A holiday rock festival
at this cozy cafe. Looking forward to rocking you again, Parma!
25 • Merry Christmas! On Christmas morning may we wake to find that
Christmas feeling and peace of mind!
26 • Happy Boxing Day! Don't hit too hard, though!
26 • Merry Kwanza!
26 • The Independent's Christmas Crash Soiree • (Roc Bar, The Flats,
Cleveland, OH) • 7:00pm. The Cleveland Independent is a cool new
Entertainment Magazine in town!
27 • Cleveland Browns Stadium • (Cleveland, OH) • 10:30am. Come early to
the game for the pre-show -my full band! It may well be the highlight of
the game!
31 • First Night Akron • (John S. Knight Center, Goodyear Ballroom, 77 E.
Mill St, Akron, OH) • 5:00pm. Full band! Ring in the New Year with this
wonderful celebration of music and arts!
31 • Happy New Year's Eve!
31 • Enjoy the Blue Moon!
1 • Happy New Year's!
III. What's ahead?
January Tour: 1/8 -Columbus, 1/9 Louisville, 1/10 - Nashville, 1/11 -
Nashville, 1/12 - Chatanooga, 1/13 - Atlanta, 1/14 - Atlanta, 1/15 -
Tallahassee, 1/16 - Seaside, Fla.
Feb 25 - Akron Civic Theater! Get your tickets now!! These tickets are
going fast and will be sold out by Christmas, so please order them NOW.
Buy tickets at any of my shows, at the Civic, or online @
http://www.akroncivic.com/eventlist/event_detail.php?id=723.
As always, the dates and times are subject to change, and new dates are
constantly added, so check the website often, and always call the club to
make sure of the details! www.zachmusic.net
IV. Recent NEWS
* Akron Life and Leisure Magazine and their 45,000 readers named us as the
Best Local Band (behind the Black Keys)! We are thrilled with this kind
recognition!
For more recent news, visit the "News" page of www.zachmusic.net!
**************************************
I hope to see you all in December! And keep checking out the website,
www.zachmusic.net for updates, breaking news, and info! Tell all your
friends about it! Please pass on the love of my music to all your friends
and family, and bring out someone to the next show of mine you come to
that will get as much out of my music as you do!!
"Be the change you wish to see in the world."
The best thing to be is inspiration.
We should manifest ourselves in exquisitness.
Thanks!
Namaste,
Zach
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www.zachmusic.net/newsletter.hmtl
*** The Zach Pack Newsletter ***
December 2009 Edition
Howdy!
Another year is drawing to a close. As we come to this season of
reflecting upon the year, ourselves, and giving thanks for the many
blessings around us, I'd like to share some thanks as I realize so many
people I take for granted daily.
Firstly, a friend of mine, Walt English died tragically this past week. He
was a friend, a good man, and a good, different kind of booking agent. I
am glad I knew Walt, and will miss him. All of my deepest thoughts and
sympathies go to his wonderful wife, Becky, and their children.
I have a wonderful band - good friends first, and then great musicians.
They've been there for me when no one else has been. I appreciate then
greatly. There is also a wonderful community of artists in the Akron area
that make up a lot of my friends. It's a privilege to write and perform
with, and have them for friends. They enrich all of our lives!
Lastly, and not least - all the fans who have become my friends. You come
to many of my shows and support me every chance to you can. All that is
never overlooked, and always appreciated from the deepest parts of my
heart and soul.
If I ever take you for granted, forgive me, for you are definitely
appreciated and loved.
See you soon.
I. NEWS FLASH:
* BIG SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT: I will be performing a show called the "Love
Initiative" @ the Akron Civic Theater on Feb. 25th @ 8pm. Tickets are
onsale NOW and are $25. For this price you get: an amazing one-of-a-kind
special show, an open bar, a tour of the Civic, a FREE limited edition CD
that only the 110 people in attendance will get, some light appetizers,
and possibly food made by me for each person! What a deal! I know! There
is a catch: these tickets are going fast and will be sold out by
Christmas, so please order them NOW. Buy tickets at any of my shows, at
the Civic, or online @
http://www.akroncivic.com/eventlist/event_detail.php?id=723.
* The Official Zach Holiday Bash is @ Northside on Dec 3rd @ 8pm! It's
free, and there will be special guests David Ullman and Courtney Cable! Oh
yeah. Plus, FREE vegan pizza, desserts, and other appetizers!
* The Huffington Post just reviewed our record. And not only that, it was
written by the legendary Phil Ramone.
* You can buy the new CD, What I Meant to Say, online at
www.zachmusic.net/order.thml . Or you can get it at Itunes or off of
CDBaby.com/zach4. Or you can come out to a show, pick it up as well as one
of the 3 limited edition T-shirts, DVDs, buttons, and more!
* You really should check out www.buffalozef.blogspot.com and sign up to
follow the daily band blog! Yes, daily! The whole band will be adding
their thoughts and insights in daily doses! (Also, look for a monthly
podcast to start soon!). Plus, this is the exclusive place for my blogs,
pics, and thoughts while on the West Coast tours.
* Let's talk briefly about House Concerts. Yes, you can have me (and/or my
band) perform in your house for your friends! Sound like fun? It is! It is
an intimate experience that you will not soon forget! And it's really
pretty easy, too! We can even do some full band house concerts for anyone
interested in that experience! Email me at zach@zachmusic.net, and we can
make it happen! There are even some availabilities this holiday season!
What better Christmas (or other holiday/ birthday) gift!!! You can also
check out this video for a little helping hand and/or some ideas!
As always, all Breaking News is at www.zachmusic.net, where you can also
download past CDs, various songs not available anywhere else, ringtones,
pictures, videos, and much more!
THIS WEEK:
2 • Enjoy the Full Moon!
3 • Zach Holiday Hullabaloo @ Northside • (111 N. Main St, Akron) •
7:00pm. This is a holiday celebration and thanks to you for being
wonderful fans and people! My friends David Ullman, Courtney Cable, and
more will also be performing. And the band will be headlining. There will
be some vegan appetizers and desserts, and some prizes too! And it's FREE!
4 • New Orleans Showboat • (10310 Cascade Xing, Brooklyn, OH) • 9:00pm.
The Showboat is a unique and ambitious new restaurant and performance
space. I love new places!
5 • Doogan's • (55 Barrington Town Sq, Aurora, OH) • 7:00pm. A fun time
indeed!
7 • Poppin the Blues @ Great Lakes Brewery • (2516 Market Ave, Cleveland,
OH) • 6:00pm. You know this is going to be a great show! Kristine Jackson
and I will be performing, and I always have a blast when we're on a bill
together!
II. SCHEDULE:
December
2 • Enjoy the Full Moon!
3 • Zach Holiday Hullabaloo @ Northside • (111 N. Main St, Akron) •
7:00pm. This is a holiday celebration and thanks to you for being
wonderful fans and people! My friends David Ullman, Courtney Cable, and
more will also be performing. And the band will be headlining. There will
be some vegan appetizers and desserts, and some prizes too! And it's FREE!
4 • New Orleans Showboat • (10310 Cascade Xing, Brooklyn, OH) • 9:00pm.
The Showboat is a unique and ambitious new restaurant and performance
space. I love new places!
5 • Doogan's • (55 Barrington Town Sq, Aurora, OH) • 7:00pm. A fun time
indeed!
7 • Poppin the Blues @ Great Lakes Brewery • (2516 Market Ave, Cleveland,
OH) • 6:00pm. You know this is going to be a great show! Kristine Jackson
and I will be performing, and I always have a blast when we're on a bill
together!
9 • Fat Fish Blue • (21 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH) • 8:00pm. Another
show with Kristine Jackson!
10 • Zach Unplugged at Uncorked Wine Bar • (High St near corner of Market
St, Akron, OH) • 6:30pm. I can't tell you how fun this show will be! Great
wines, and a completely unplugged set. These have become my favorite shows
EVER! And you never know what'll happen!
11 • Happy Hanukkah!
11 • Barley House • (222 S. Main St, Akron, OH) • 9:00pm. Full band
soul-pop extravaganza! There's no reason to not be here at the party with
us!
12 • Thorncreek Winery • (155 Treet Ave, Aurora, OH) • 7:00pm. Another
beautiful winery in a lovely setting! A wonderful setting for the holiday
season!
15 • City|Art Indie BOX • (Front St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH) • 7:00pm. I LOVE
this new black-box theater-style venue! It is hip and exciting and a
wonderful place to catch any sort of show, especially a songwriter's
night! w/ Kristine Jackson!
16 • Hospice Care Center • (3358 Ridgewood Rd, Akron, OH) • 1:45pm.
Hospice is a beautiful organization. My father's stay there really helped
me to cope and accept his passing. So I like giving back to them.
17 • Zach Unplugged at Uncorked Wine Bar • (High St near corner of Market
St, Akron, OH) • 6:30pm. I can't tell you how fun this show will be! Great
wines, and a completely unplugged set. These have become my favorite shows
EVER! And you never know what'll happen!
19 • Hermes Winery • (6413 Hayes Ave, Sandusky, OH) • 8:30pm. A beautiful
setting for the holidays! And a great place to come out and celebrate with
me!
20 • Power of Oneness Spiritual Center • (Chicago, IL) • 3:00pm. My music
is part of the service today.
20 • Uncommon Ground • (3800 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL) • 7:00pm. w/
Heather Styka and Allison Weiss. Hello Chicago!! I miss you! Come out and
rock with me!
21 • Welcome to the Winter Solstice!
21 • Wolf Creek Winery • (2637 S Cleveland - Massillon Rd, Norton) •
7:00pm.A wonderful setting with great wines and good people!
23 • Akron Zoo • (500 Edgewood Ave, Akron, OH) • 5:00pm. This is a
benefit for the Zoo. Maybe we can get a bear to dance along to Life with
me...
23 • Christmas Rock Show -12 Bands of Christmas • (Jammin Java Place,
7007 W. Pleasant Valley Rd, Parma, OH) • 9:00pm. A holiday rock festival
at this cozy cafe. Looking forward to rocking you again, Parma!
25 • Merry Christmas! On Christmas morning may we wake to find that
Christmas feeling and peace of mind!
26 • Happy Boxing Day! Don't hit too hard, though!
26 • Merry Kwanza!
26 • The Independent's Christmas Crash Soiree • (Roc Bar, The Flats,
Cleveland, OH) • 7:00pm. The Cleveland Independent is a cool new
Entertainment Magazine in town!
27 • Cleveland Browns Stadium • (Cleveland, OH) • 10:30am. Come early to
the game for the pre-show -my full band! It may well be the highlight of
the game!
31 • First Night Akron • (John S. Knight Center, Goodyear Ballroom, 77 E.
Mill St, Akron, OH) • 5:00pm. Full band! Ring in the New Year with this
wonderful celebration of music and arts!
31 • Happy New Year's Eve!
31 • Enjoy the Blue Moon!
1 • Happy New Year's!
III. What's ahead?
January Tour: 1/8 -Columbus, 1/9 Louisville, 1/10 - Nashville, 1/11 -
Nashville, 1/12 - Chatanooga, 1/13 - Atlanta, 1/14 - Atlanta, 1/15 -
Tallahassee, 1/16 - Seaside, Fla.
Feb 25 - Akron Civic Theater! Get your tickets now!! These tickets are
going fast and will be sold out by Christmas, so please order them NOW.
Buy tickets at any of my shows, at the Civic, or online @
http://www.akroncivic.com/eventlist/event_detail.php?id=723.
As always, the dates and times are subject to change, and new dates are
constantly added, so check the website often, and always call the club to
make sure of the details! www.zachmusic.net
IV. Recent NEWS
* Akron Life and Leisure Magazine and their 45,000 readers named us as the
Best Local Band (behind the Black Keys)! We are thrilled with this kind
recognition!
For more recent news, visit the "News" page of www.zachmusic.net!
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I hope to see you all in December! And keep checking out the website,
www.zachmusic.net for updates, breaking news, and info! Tell all your
friends about it! Please pass on the love of my music to all your friends
and family, and bring out someone to the next show of mine you come to
that will get as much out of my music as you do!!
"Be the change you wish to see in the world."
The best thing to be is inspiration.
We should manifest ourselves in exquisitness.
Thanks!
Namaste,
Zach
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