All song lyrics from the album This Journey Not Your Hero Lyrics by Chris Klimecky An emergency call is going out tonight but no one’s answering Our chance of getting through the night is quickly lowering Like an island, we’re on our own It’s the last chance for the final […]
All song lyrics from the album This Journey Ride the Wind Lyrics by Chris Klimecky Say it ain’t so, gotta go It’s a long way home Red skies, sunrise, so low Good times that we leave behind Gotta start something new The memories I take with me, so true Gonna […]
All song lyrics from the album This Journey Afterglow Lyrics by Chris Klimecky Season’s end, my friend Party’s over, time to send You all back home, nothing here will stay Make it last a little more Take a picture, time to store These memories before they fade away Now whatcha […]
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Alternative rocker Mark Nettleton (aka Bitsyras) is interviewed by SiS Organizer Chris Klimecky. Listen to Mark’s stories of moving around the country and playing music along his way to settling in Seattle, the origin of the name “Bitsyras” and his songwriting process. He finishes with a live solo acoustic version of Into the White.
Eric Tingstad has a long and storied (not to mention successful!) career as a guitarist, instrumental songwriter, and recording artist. From his first release in 1981 to a Grammy award in 2003 to his latest release, Badlands, Eric has carved a unique niche in the “Ambient Americana” genre. Blending country, folk, rock, new age, and Native American sounds, he creates a musical tapestry of his own.
So it was a real pleasure to sit down with this Pacific NW native for insights and stories of his musical journey. Friendly, open, and accessible, Eric has an honest desire for the growth and success of the NW music community and helping up and coming musicians attain their goals. He has been through a lot of changes in the music industry and continues to make music on his own terms, which is a testament to his skill and talent!
Grammy award winning “Ambient Americana” producer and recording artist Eric Tingstad is interviewed by SiS Organizer Chris Klimecky. Their conversation follows Eric’s extensive songwriting and recording career as well as the future of his art. A beautiful live version of “The Boot Whisperer” finishes the musical selections.
