Ian Stahl, Author at Balanced Breakfast

June 30, 2020ByIan StahlInAlbum Review, Guest Writer

Artist Review of The Treacherous French by Guest Writer Ian Stahl

The Treacherous French's latest record, "Snapshots" is a rock 'n' roll Spaghetti Western born in the misty streets of San Francisco. Cara Madden, Charlie Kaupp, Phil Bergeron, and Olivier René have a distinctive knack for poignant lyrics, lilting melodies, and aggressive instrumental sounds that, when combined, evoke the best of folk-punk, Celtic rock, and Americana.

June 29, 2020ByVictoria BoyingtonInArtist Profile, Guest Writer

Artist Review of Alex Jimenez by Guest Writer Victoria Boyington

Alex’s EP Inside was a creative mix of new and old. The overall sound was warm with an analog feel that makes each song inviting and engaging. He was able to utilize great guitar tones to capture the sound of the early 90”s, while his songwriting reflects our current times. What a great way to lose...

June 26, 2020ByFranck MartinInGuest Writer, Music Video

Artist Review of Alvie & The Breakfast Pigs by Guest Writer Franck Martin

Stopped from touring, during the great COVID-19, they got together virtually and re-released the single “Double XX Crossed,” from their debut 2014 album “Snake Headed Faceless Cowboy”. You can watch this awesome music video on their Youtube channel. Needless to say, they have not remained idle during this time, and some new project is coming...

May 29, 2020ByMark BarbeauInGuest Writer, Single Release

Artist Review of AP Tobler by Guest Writer Mark Barbeau

The word “prodigy” has fallen into overuse in recent times. Countless YouTube videos of children playing Metallica have seen to that. But it might be an apt superlative for AP Tobler, who started playing drums at the tender age of 8, and by 14 was writing and playing all the parts on her own original compositions.

May 26, 2020ByEric BarfieldInGeneral

The Hardest Part of Touring is Leaving Family and Friends

For me, the hardest part of being a touring musician is leaving. I'm torn because I love what I do, but I also love being with my family and friends. When I'm on the road, I feel disconnected because what I'm doing is so consuming. I lose touch with my daily routines. At times it hurts...

May 23, 2020ByEric BarfieldInAdvice

10 Reasons Eric Barfield From Nashville Believes No One Listens to Advice

Musicians are constantly bombarded with advice. Granted, a lot of advice isn’t that helpful, but some could completely change the trajectory of your career. So why do we suck so much at listening to good advice from others? I have 10 reasons I think we struggle with integrating great advice into our careers.