MUSIC

There was a time in my life when music was my primary creative outlet. I spent a decade in the music industry where I released four studio albums and toured the rock circuit.

It all started with Solo Endeavor, a one-man rock band that I formed in college. I released a debut album in 1997 and performed mostly at dive bars with the aid of drum machines. The album is very hard to find these days (due to limited supply and the fact that it was terrible).

I moved to a larger city after graduation and formed Sydewynder, a hard rock band. I released a second album, Concourse B, which found a decent local following. It was a notable improvement, but far from great. On the flip side, I was able to construct a lively show with a four-piece ensemble, which steadily grew the fanbase.

It wasn’t until my third album, Fire Storm, that national radio took notice. Several tracks enjoyed regular play, a few of which got featured on MTV and sparked a big wave of interest. I performed regularly and was even booked to open for Godsmack at a 19K capacity arena. The show was sadly canceled due to an extention of their megatour with Metallica. The prep for this show took a lot out of the band, which never fully recovered. Sydwynder disbanded in 2005.

I formed The Mayhematic shortly after, an industrial rock project with various DJs that blended hard rock with club rhythm. I released a fourth album as a conceptual EP. It enjoyed decent success, but the act would sadly stall after a few short years on the circuit. I shelved the project in 2008 and haven’t performed since.

Music was a fun ride and I loved being on stage, but the industry took a heavy toll. It remains the most chaotic decade of my life. And while I’m relieved to have it behind me, there will always be a needling desire to strap on a guitar and step up to the mic.