Storytellers House Concert

ALAN MADEJ:

Alan Madej has been performing in & around the Cleveland 25 years with a backlog of 13 albums. For more info check out his bandcamp at: https://alanmadej.bandcamp.com/music

ISTVAN:
Inspired by a wide range of music, you can hear the echoes of an array of American musical traditions intertwined with modal explorations and occasional forays into noise and drone.

SHAWN MISHAK:
Mishak is a poet, artist, writer, curator, musician, journalist, and filmmaker. Mishak has performed solo in Cleveland for over 20 years and hosted many open mic nights throughout Northeastern Ohio. Mishak has been the principal songwriter for the Cleveland-based band, Kid Tested since 2001. Kid Tested has toured the US, plays Cleveland regularly and they are in production on their 4th studio album which is due out in the fall. They have also played WRUW’s Studi-A-Rama 3 times. Mishak has performed internationally in both London, England and Konstanz, Germany. He covered Visual Arts for Cleveland Scene Magazine for over 3 years while also being a contributing music writer. He wrote and directed a feature drama, called “Long Way to Oblivion” which included an all-Cleveland cast, soundtrack and which premiered in the 35th Annual Cleveland International Film Festival, and is currently in production on a documentary film about two legendary Cleveland Musicians.

https://kidtested.bandcamp.com

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2a1O7JETltRJqNs3n87CeR

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http://www.shawnmishak.com

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KID TESTED:

When asked in New York City by a hipster in an Atari T-shirt at some dive bar what the music sounded like, Mishak simply said, “It’s songs to build tree forts to.”

This three-piece machine from Cleveland, Ohio extrudes a sound which ranges from driving power ballads like, “Drawing in The Sand,” to crafted and orchestrated riff rock songs like, “Service Engine Soon” and experiments in melodic pop tunes such as, “Friend and Enemies.”

The songs are well crafted, with thoughtful lyrics containing genuine expression of the human condition. Known for their bass player’s goofy stage acrobatics and the singer’s predilection for a general higher strata weirdness, and the slick drumming of Dr. James Beil, this band undoubtedly puts on an exciting and sometimes chaotic live performance. Kid Tested consists of singer and guitar player Shawn Mishak, bassist Dominic Ricciardi, and drummer Jim Beil. Kid Tested has been playing since 2001. They have performed Studio-A-Rama in Cleveland three times and have shared bills with acts such as: Land of Talk, Mission of Burma, Jad Fair, UME, and The Suzan. The band will be going on the road on and off for the next 6 months in support of this fourth album set to come out no later than fall of 2024. Mishak also wrote, directed, and helped produce a drama about a fictional Cleveland band called, “Long Way to Oblivion,” which premiered at the 35th Annual Cleveland International Film Festival and featured an all-Cleveland based band soundtrack. He is also currently in post-production on a documentary about two prominent Cleveland musicians.

Kid Tested is soon to release their long overdue fourth album, “How We Do” which is due out in the autumn of 2024 with tour dates in the works.

http://kidtested.bandcamp.com/

Kid Tested press:

https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2021/06/cleveland-rock-band-kid-tested-celebrates-20-years.html

https://www.clevescene.com/music/kid-tested-to-celebrate-20th-anniversary-with-new-live-album-36009777

https://www.clevescene.com/music/local-indie-rockers-kid-tested-release-new-music-video-for-title-track-from-upcoming-album-35308085

Live:

Friends and Enemies Live at Bad Racket Recording Studios:

Pink Mold Live:

How We Do Live:

Thing I (Fucker Face) Live:

Kid Tested IG: https://www.instagram.com/kidtestedband/?locale=zh_CN

Kid Tested facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kidtestedband?ref=ts

“Long Way to Oblivion” trailer:

Interview with Mishak:

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DONATIONS:

There is no minimum or maximum per attendee but please know that donations are encouraged with 100% going to the performing artists.

PARKING:

Free parking on both sides of the street, please do not park in the driveway.

ENTRY:

Please go up the driveway to the backyard, and enter the house through the back door. The front and side doors will be locked.

FOOD AND DRINK:

You're welcome to bring your own alcohol or beverages to share. We'll have some coolers and ice for you to use.

SCHEDULE:

Doors open at 7:30pm. We ask that everyone arrive by 8pm so as to not interrupt the performance. Music will start at 8:30pm.
Weather permitting we'll have a backyard fire hangout after the performances!

Host or Publisher Bryan Karas