Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives

What happens when a simple costume, a Foo Fighters concert, and perfect timing turn an ordinary fan into an internet sensation? In this special episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , host Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Marc Bautista, frontman of the Barcelona-based Foo Fighters tribute band Fool Fakers, known to fans around the world as "The Mentos Guy." Marc shares the incredible story behi...

What does it mean to leave everything familiar behind to follow your passion? In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , I sit down with Adi Argelazi Faun, lead vocalist of YYNOT, one of the world's premier Rush tribute bands. From her childhood on a kibbutz in Israel to building a music career from scratch in Los Angeles, Adi shares the remarkable journey that led her to the stage and t...

One singer. Multiple legendary voices. One lifelong passion for music...(and sports!) In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Kyle Frost, a Berklee College of Music graduate, versatile tribute artist, and original musician whose career has been shaped by a deep love of music and performance. From his childhood in Connecticut to stages across the country,...

What happens when a 12-year-old music fan meets The Police and carries that inspiration throughout his life? In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , I sit down with Gael Martin, lead vocalist of Zendatta, a premier tribute to The Police. Gael shares his journey from that unforgettable childhood encounter to building a career as a performer, vocal coach, producer, and two-time Latin Gr...

In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Paul Gold, founder and frontman of The Boss Project; The premier Bruce Springsteen tribute band dedicated to capturing the energy, storytelling, and spirit of The Boss through live performance. Paul shares his personal musical journey and the path that led him to create The Boss Project, exploring the passion, chem...

In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , Karyn Rosenberg sits down with members of Afterimage: a Rush tribute band dedicated to honoring the music, precision, and spirit of one of progressive rock’s most legendary bands. Joined by founder and bassist Vic Montello, guitarist Hernando “Chato” Vazquez, and drummer Mark Ellis, the conversation explores their individual musical journeys, th...

Join Karyn for an inspiring conversation with Dean Summers, a seasoned musician and entrepreneur, as he shares his journey from childhood guitar passion to leading tribute bands like Smokin' Renegade: a tribute to Boston and Styx, Forever Foreigner, plus his new Tribute Band "Rosanna" : a tribute to Toto. Discover how he balances music, business, and family, and how pandemic innovations led to his...

In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Mike Goodwin, owner of Crazy Uncle Mike’s in Boca Raton, FL; a venue that has become a home for live music in South Florida. Mike shares his journey from working in the restaurant and bar industry to creating a space that blends craft beer, great food, and live music seven nights a week. He talks about being a keg...

In this engaging conversation, Karyn Rosenberg interviews Rich Friedman of Crazy Fingers, a prominent Grateful Dead tribute band. They explore the origins of the band, Rich's musical journey, and the dynamics of being part of a long-standing musical community. Rich shares personal anecdotes about his experiences on the road, the impact of the Grateful Dead on his identity, and the challenges of ke...

In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives, host Karyn Rosenberg interviews members of The Peakles, a Beatles tribute band from Portugal. They discuss their unique approach to performing Beatles music, their individual musical journeys, and the dynamics of being in a band. The conversation explores the impact of The Beatles on their music, the challenges of selecting a setlist, and their a...

In this episode of "Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives" host Karyn Rosenberg speaks with Daniel Hartwell, the creator of Beatles on the Beach, about his journey in festival production, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the importance of community and positivity in the music industry. Daniel shares his unique vision for the festival, which goes beyond just music to create a vibrant experie...

🎧 Episode 4 In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Billy Alexander — songwriter, producer, and guitarist of the Rush tribute band YYNOT — for a thoughtful conversation about influence, evolution, and what it really means to carry a musical legacy forward. Billy shares how his passion for music began at a young age, shaped early on by bands like Kiss an...

What does it really take to bring the raw, chaotic, funk-driven energy of the Red Hot Chili Peppers to life on stage? In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , host Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Cameron Dergham , founder and guitarist of The Chili Poppers , a Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band and Remake Yourself, an Incubus tribute band. Cameron is known for delivering faithful, high-...

🎧 Episode 2 – The Pretender? Never. Harley Mitchell Is the Real Deal In this episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , host Karyn Rosenberg sits down with multi-instrumentalist, content creator, and all-around powerhouse Harley Mitchell . From the Foo Fighters tribute band Foo Fight to her original releases “Here I Am” and “Spin,” Harley brings a fierce sense of authenticity to everything she...

🎧 Episode 1 – The Night Billy Joel Showed Up: A Conversation with Tony Monaco of Turnstiles In this debut episode of Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives , host Karyn Rosenberg sits down with Tony Monaco — pianist, singer, and frontman of Turnstiles , a South Florida-based Billy Joel tribute band. Tony shares how his musical path began with a childhood love for guitar, evolved through jazz and origina...

🎧 Trailer – Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives Hosted by Karyn Rosenberg, LCSW In this trailer, get a feel for what Borrowed Notes, Authentic Lives is all about. Psychotherapist and music lover Karyn Rosenberg takes you behind the scenes with tribute band musicians, photographers, venue owners, and other creatives keeping the music alive. But this isn’t just about performances — it’s about meaning,...