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(Don't) Quit Your Day Job

Paul Neil

Music

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 280

Did you move to LA in the 80's to make it on Sunset Strip? There are many stories about making music for a living. Sometimes you need a day job and sometimes you play the worst gig. Let's talk about the stuff that happened with people who have "made it" or "come close" or played to a dog in an otherwise empty room. There are funny and enlightening stories out there, so I started a podcast to tell these stories.

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Episode 221 with Joshua Lastine (Lastine Entertainment Law): My First Job Was as an Unpaid Intern at American Idol

Thursday, September 5, 2024 • Duration 31:00

In this episode, we talk with Joshua Lastine (Lastine Entertainment Law) about when should an artist contact a lawyer, copywrite protection, the impact of content creation and social media, the value of music, the importance of networking, and arguing about boobs and butts on television. Plus, being star struck, and moving Kevin Feige's office materials.

You can check out Lastine Law at the following locations:

https://lastineentertainmentlaw.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Lastineimpressions/

https://www.instagram.com/lastinelaw/

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8524601/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

Paul works a day job, puts out vinyl, and puts on shows via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Katzulhu Productions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Episode 215 with John Helps (MAYBESHEWILL): We Thought We Were Making Music for Our Friends to Listen to

Thursday, May 9, 2024 • Duration 37:15

In this episode, we talk with John Helps of the amazing instrumental post-rock band MAYBESHEWILL about getting clearance for samples (or not), musical style evolution through eras of music, being part of a scene, the limitations and individuality of instrumental music, and the trials and tribulations of being a tour manager. Plus, Robert Smith (The Cure) being responsible for getting the band back together, the pursuit of rock stardom vs the buzz of performance. and the importance of sequencing an album.

You can check out MAYBESHEWILL at the following locations:

https://www.maybeshewill.net/

http://instagram.com/mybshwll

https://www.youtube.com/maybeshewillofficial

https://open.spotify.com/album/10AKQq8FJnFsRQlwj4XbVW?si=KRabKhrlS96sHNbMQ1kSaQ

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Katzulhu Productions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Episode 128 with Pete Koneda (High Totals): I Have a Guitar And I Can Play a Power Chord

Episode 128

Thursday, June 9, 2022 • Duration 30:55

In this episode, Pete Koneda of High Totals talks about playing original songs in a punk band and music as therapy, the reputation and appeal of Detroit, and writing great music as a definition of success. Plus, the importance of playing with better musicians than yourself, spinning records during the pandemic and being positive, and whether or not putting out physical copies matters.

You can check out High Totals at these places:

https://hightotals.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/HighTotals

https://www.instagram.com/hightotals/?hl=en

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions

https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12

https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu

https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602

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Episode 127 with Jim Wilson (Motor Sister): I Was The Only Guy That Played All 21 Nights

Episode 127

Thursday, June 2, 2022 • Duration 31:40

In this episode, Jim Wilson of Motor Sister talks about moving out to LA in the late 80’s and his band Mother Superior, the creation of the super group Motor Sister, joining The Rollins Band, and building a long and varied career. Plus, Daniel Lanois, Emmylou Harris, and playing 21 albums in 21 nights with Sparks.

You can check out Jim at these places:

https://jimwilsonrocks.com/bio

https://www.facebook.com/jimwilsonwithphiljones/

https://www.instagram.com/swinginpipe/

https://www.metalblade.com/motorsister/

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions

https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12

https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu

https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602

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Episode 126 with Hansol Seung (Shoreline): We Are Not So Naive To Think We Can Be Die Toten Hosen

Episode 126

Tuesday, May 31, 2022 • Duration 33:49

In this episode, Hansol Seung of the German punk rock band Shoreline talks about learning English from punk rock songs, the challenges of creating songs and evolving during a pandemic, measuring success, and trying to capitalize on creativity. Plus, playing shows in the former East Germany, signing to End Hits Records, and experiences as an Asian-German including dealing with anti-Asian sentiments.

You can check out Shoreline at these places:

https://shorelineband.com/

https://www.facebook.com/shorelinepunk/

https://www.instagram.com/shoreline_band/

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions

https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12

https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu

https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602

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Episode 125 with Timmy Gibson (Children of October): My Ears Ring 24 Hours a Day

Episode 125

Monday, May 23, 2022 • Duration 30:09

In this episode, Timmy Gibson talks about finding roles and the importance of having a good time while playing in bands, creativity with merchandise and putting money back into the band, touring while maintaining a day job, and the ability to play on different bills. Plus, the official band haircut, gear for the left leg, and the endless rotation of bass players.

You can follow Children of October at these places:

https://www.facebook.com/childrenofoctober/

https://childrenofoctober.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/childrenofoctober/?hl=en

https://open.spotify.com/artist/0VdD1TJClFGER8Z8B8Zblc?si=RzxBbWBQS7S4JXVUSBlpEA

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions

https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12

https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu

https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602

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Episode 124 with Eugenius: If You Are a Black Kid Listening To Punk Rock, That Becomes Your Whole Identity

Episode 124

Thursday, May 19, 2022 • Duration 28:03

In this episode, Eugenius talks about his careers in hip hop and punk rock, playing guitar for Nathan Gray, the music scene in Cincinnati, playing mixed genre shows and dealing with microaggressions and racism. Plus, day job balance when being out on tour, hip hop as a collaborative endeavor and being free to create whatever is inspiring/

You can follow Eugenius at these places:

https://www.facebook.com/eugenius513

https://eugenius.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/nathangraymusic/?hl=en

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions

https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12

https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu

https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602

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Episode 123 with Paula Moore (Greater Than): If Your House Burns Down, You Can Rebuild It

Episode 123

Thursday, May 12, 2022 • Duration 33:20

In this episode, Music Industry Executive Paula Moore talks about coming up in the music industry from Promoter to Scout to being the first female A&R Research Executive. Paula tells us about her struggles and successes, writing a book called "Glitter and Grit; Be Greater As a Creative" and establishing the company Greater Than in order to help artists achieve success. Plus stories about Lollapalooza after parties and turning down an offer from Mark Cuban.

You can follow Paula at these places:

https://greaterthanhq.com/

https://twitter.com/greaterthanhq?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

https://www.facebook.com/paulamooreventures/

https://www.instagram.com/paulamooreventures/?hl=en

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions

https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12

https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu

https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602

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Episode 122 with Mark Tremalgia: The Hotter It is, The Uglier I Get

Episode 122

Thursday, May 5, 2022 • Duration 41:33

In this episode, we talk to Mark Tremalgia just as he gets back from a European tour with The Cruzados. Mark tells us about fan crossover with Little Caesar, planning tours to avoid market saturation, differences to touring in the USA, and practicing too much. Plus Mark provides his feedback from guitar forum "hot takes" including jazz, The Beatles, Billy Squier, and Derek Trucks.

Mark is a working musician in LA, playing in Little Caesar and The Cruzados. He also teaches either in person or via skype. You can contact him here

https://www.facebook.com/mark.tremalgia

https://www.instagram.com/marktremalgia/

https://www.facebook.com/LittleCaesarOfficial

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions

https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12

https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu

https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602

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Episode 121 with Sonny Lombardozzi (Arise From Worms): No Dude, It's Blackened Death Metal Now

Episode 121

Thursday, April 28, 2022 • Duration 34:29

In this episode, Sonny Lombardozzi of Arise From Worms (formerly of Incantation) talks about the death metal community, scene gate keeping and music labels, the connotations of being a shredder, the pros and cons of cover bands, and being "too good" for a band. Plus, creating a project to be able to do exactly what you want, playing with Steve Tucker, and composing on paper versus on the instrument.

You can check out Sonny at these places:

https://www.instagram.com/sonnylombardozzi/?hl=en

https://www.haloguitars.com/store/sonny-lombardozzi-exclusive-halo-guitars-interview-incantation

https://www.facebook.com/arisefromworms/

https://napalmrecords.com/english/arise-from-worms-digisleeve-cd.html

Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions

https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12

https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu

https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602