Mr. Music DJ & Event Services

03/01/2021

The Tune Up is headed back to the digital airways very soon with an all-new season of episodes exploring the music scene in Northern Michigan, and how national and international trends trickle down to our neck of the woods. In the meantime, we'll be sharing some "minisode" releases, small conversations talking about the state of music. This is a discussion from on The Christal Frost Show, talking about Gene Simmons' resent remarks about rock 'n roll, and whether or not it's fair to complain about how things are different nowadays. Listen here, or wherever you get your podcasts!

A roundtable discussion about recent remarks Kiss frontman Gene Simmons made about the state of rock music, and whether or not it's fair to complain about how things are different nowadays.

06/19/2020

Owner of Studio Anatomy, a hybrid performance space/recording studio/record shop in Downtown Traverse City, Brian Chamberlain talks about starting out as a drummer, learning recording by putting his own bands to tape, creating a venue showcasing veteran talent along with up-and-comers, and more. Plus: what happens if some venues close for good.

Owner of Studio Anatomy, a hybrid performance space/recording studio/record shop in Downtown Traverse City, Brian Chamberlain talks about starting out as a drummer, learning recording by putting his o

06/12/2020

Well-known in the Northern Michigan music scene, singer-songwriter Miriam Pico Music joins us to talk about her early influences, how her uncle showed her the power of live music, and finding her passion by focusing on her favorite kinds of audiences. Plus: the struggle of trying to DJ online.

Well-known in the Northern Michigan music scene, singer-songwriter Miriam Pico joins us to talk about her early influences, how her uncle showed her the power of live music, and finding her passion by

05/30/2020

As restrictions are being lifted and businesses slowly begin to reopen, the question of resuming some of our “normal” activities becomes a frequent one — especially when it comes to relaxation and entertainment, like live music. We explore this topic with Matt Therrien, owner of Lake Ann Brewing Co., one of Northern Michigan’s best kept secrets for enjoying live entertainment. We talk with Matt about his origins in the brewery business, the evolution of their live music scene, and more.

As restrictions are being lifted and businesses slowly begin to reopen, the question of resuming some of our “normal” activities becomes a frequent one — especially when it comes to relaxation and ent

05/25/2020

While live events aren’t happening for the next little while, that means there’s plenty of time to get to those reorganization projects that have kept getting put off.

Fun.

05/22/2020

You’re unique, and so are your tastes. Don’t settle for the one-size-fits-all adjustable baseball cap for your event; get yourself the fitted hat of entertainment. Visit www.mrmusicdjs.com and we'll get started.

05/21/2020

Great advice from Interlochen Singer-Songwriter instructor Courtney Kaiser-Sandler for performers trying to continue to relate to their material even when it feels like a totally different person originally produced it.

Hear more about the Michigan music scene on “The Tune Up with Mr. Music,” at www.mrmusicdjs.com or wherever you get your podcasts.

05/18/2020

Wedding Planner Meaghan Kenny from Fox & Fern Events has some good advice for engaged couples: trust your instincts.

05/15/2020

Our area is home to a vibrant wedding scene; the natural beauty combined with the number of boutique venues creates a high demand for couples looking to say “I do.” And for musicians and DJs, these events are an integral part of making a living. But, like nearly every other industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, things…have changed. We speak with Meaghan Kenny, wedding planner and owner of Fox & Fern Events, about helping couples navigate this uncertainty.

Our area is home to a vibrant wedding scene; the natural beauty combined with the number of boutique venues creates a high demand for couples looking to say “I do.” And for musicians and DJs, these ev

05/08/2020

Here up north, we’ve got the world class Interlochen Center for the Arts in our backyard, home to, among other things, their renowned arts academy. Since 2012, the Singer-Songwriter program has offered students a comprehensive look at professional, popular music songwriting, along with everything else that surrounds such a career. We talk with Courtney Kaiser-Sandler, program founder, to discuss writers finding their voice, understanding different perspectives, learning remotely, keeping your old work fresh, and the songs that will come out of our “quarantine times.”

Here up north, we’ve got the world class Interlochen Center for the Arts in our backyard, home to, among other things, their renowned arts academy. Since 2012, the Singer-Songwriter program has offer