I've always been a believer in the magic of music and the beauty of diverse musical genres. Last night, I had the privilege of immersing myself in the grandeur of a symphony, surrounded by the sheer power of sound created…
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Brothers & Music
There's something truly special about the bond between siblings, and when music weaves its way into that relationship, it becomes even more extraordinary. I recently had the pleasure of sharing a few incredible days with my brother, Lloyd, here in…
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A Night to Remember: Rufus Wainwright Live at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center
Hey there, music enthusiasts! I recently had a night that was nothing short of magical, and I couldn't wait to share it with you.
I finally got to experience the enchanting live performance of the one and only Rufus Wainwright…
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One Month Update: Dive into My Nashville Adventure!
Hey there, wonderful friends! I recently had the pleasure of sharing a special video update with my mailing list, reflecting on my first month in Nashville, and it got me thinking: I'd love to invite YOU to come along on…
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Resting at the Summit: David Hansen
One of the most cherished moments of my recent years was spending an afternoon with David Hansen, working on a song about his hometown. David was an incredibly humble and gifted individual, and it was an honor to create something…
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2022 predictions vs. reality
Last year I made some predictions about my 2022 and promised to revisit them at the end of the year to see what came to fruition and what fell by the wayside.
Here are my 2022 self-predictions followed by…
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Celebrating 25 years of Brad Hoshaw Music | 1997-2022
On November 3, 1997 I stepped onto a stage and performed an original song for the very first time.
Over the next 12 months I'll be sharing memories, reconnecting with old collaborators and digging through the archives to…
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RIP John Klemmensen, original trumpet player for the Seven Deadlies
This past weekend we lost a dear friend, and an original member of my band the Seven Deadlies. John Klemmensen passed away on April 30th. I got the news minutes before my performance last Sunday at Murphys Irish Pub and…
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Birthday weekend at Yosemite National Park
Hello! Thank you so much for all the birthday wishes. I really enjoyed reading all the Facebook comments and messages. Marie gifted me with a weekend in Yosemite National Park. Here are some of the highlights from our weekend.
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Neil Young Archives
Neil Young is one of my favorite recording artists. It started for me back in 2002, when I was living in Minneapolis. One of my favorite rituals, after any rainstorm, was to walk to the record store down the street…
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10 Self-predictions for 2022
Here are my predictions for the year ahead.
2022 Self-predictions
- I will be more visible and accessible through monthly livestreams, monthly email newsletters and bi-weekly blog posts.
- I will start a local songwriting club to support and encourage others.
- I…

Unsolicited Advice
The other day, I was stopped on the street by an acquaintance. We politely chatted about their home renovation project and how my post office job was going. Then they asked "What about your music?" I explained how the performances…
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Unearthing old notebooks
I recently unpacked my large blue tote filled with old notebooks from the closet and decided I would begin the herculean task of archiving and indexing each notebook. This project will most likely take years, but already after going…
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Highlights from Day Four: Folk Unlocked Virtual Conference
My favorite panel:
Wisdom of the Elders (Ian Zolitar, Pura Fe, Bill Staines, Vance Gilbert)
Some of my favorite showcase performances:
The High & Wides - The Source presented by IBMA Spotlight Showcase
Crying Uncle - The Source presented by…
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Highlights from Day Two: Folk Unlocked Virtual Conference
I went a little too hard on day one so my list is shorter for day two.
My favorite panels & discussions
What Fans Want To Know: Data Driven Decisions (with Charles Alexander, Michelle Conceison, Robert Knotts, Scott Musgrave, Ayappa…
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Highlights from Day One: Folk Unlocked Virtual Conference
This week I'm attending the Folk Alliance International Virtual Conference. Here are my personal highlights from day one of the conference.
My favorite Panels & Discussions:
Audio Production In-Person and Remote: Shani Gandhi, Rachael Moore, Trina Shoemaker, Gena Johnson…
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I'm not live-streaming, but here are 5 ways we can stay connected.
Connection is the reason I make music. During this time of mandatory isolation, many of my musician friends have turned to live streaming as a way to stay connect with others. Unfortunately that's not an option for me since there's…
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Grateful but scared - Working at a grocery store during COVID-19
About a week before businesses started shutting down due to COVID-19, I started my new job as a cashier at the local grocery store. Since grocery stores are considered an "essential service" I have continued to work my regular hours…
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Audio from "Down From The Mountain" Radio Performance
On Friday, September 6th I visited the KQBM studio to chat and play a few songs. The hosts of "Down from the Mountain", Kat and Den have been a big encouragement to me since moving to the area. I…
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My new favorite paintings at Joslyn Art Museum
This past Thursday a spent a couple hours at the Joslyn Art Museum before I had to be at work. Although I have been there countless times before, here are a few paintings that caught my attention for the first…
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