Do.Did.Will. A Podcast for Aspiring Minds

What's it like being back "On Tour" in North America? In this week's episode, I break down all the little things that are happening to push the touring business forward and what I've seen out there along the way! Plus, the rock world was stunned by the sudden passing of Taylor Hawkins (Foo Fighters). Taylor made time for everyone it seems and I am happy to be included in that list. I tell a story...

Chris Dudley (Underoath) stops by today to give HIS definition of "Making It". With countless tours, albums sold, a Grammy nomination, and hoards of fans around the world, one would think they have. With a new album and World Tour planned, Underoath is busier than ever! Chris also scores Movies on the side and offers his take on his favorite Movies scores, composers, and the different goals he has...

Has Cory Churko "Made It?" I mean, he's toured the world with Shania Twain and Kelly Clarkson, played the Superbowl, been getting paid as a musician since he was a young boy in his family's band, and just recently settled into a residency gig with Shania in Las Vegas. That sounds like it to me! However, everyone has their own definition of "Making It' and today, Cory stops by to offer his! Learn m...

Jeff "Diesel" Dalziel is a Multi-Platinum Award Winning Music Producer (CCMA, Juno, CMA), Songwriter, and Mixer having worked with artists like The Washboard Union, Nice Horse, Dan Davidson, Jim Cuddy, Ian Thornley, and more! But, has Jeff "Made It?". Join us as Jeff tells his journey to become all of those things, discusses what might be next for him, what has changed in Music Production over the...

Want to start a Podcast in 2022? Matt Cundill (Soundoff Podcast/Soundoff Media Company) joins me this week to discuss some of the steps needed to launch your idea. Do you need to include Video? Do you need expensive gear? Is it expensive? Can you make money? How do you properly market and on what platforms? All this plus Matt gives HIS definition of "Making It" after having a successful career in...

It's been over three years since I last had a drink. It's not a subject I talk about often but feel it's time to discuss. We are three weeks into 2022 and a lot of New Year's resolutions tend to fall by the wayside by this time. Today I welcome Dean Blundell (Host of the Dean Blundell Show and head of DeanBlundell.com) to discuss his personal journey to a sober life and the lessons he's learned al...

Mercedes Nicoll is a 4 time Olympian. But, has she "Made It?" Her answer may surprise you. Mercedes completed one of the greatest comebacks in sports history (after suffering a traumatic injury on the course) to qualify for her fourth Olympics. You'd think her story would be complete? You'd think! However, in some eyes here story has just begun. This week, Mercedes drops by to give HERE definition...

Comedian Craig Gass (The Howard Stern Show/King of Queen's/Sex and the City) stops by to give his definition of "Making It". From guest appearances on Sex and the City and King of Queen's to his past and current gig with the Howard Stern Show, has Craig made it? His answer may surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2021 is about to be in the rear view mirror! How was YOUR 2021? It felt a lot like 2020 to me but I did have a few highlights and touring in there as well as a bit of travel. Pressing ahead seems to be the theme of the land these days and today I wrap-up 2021 with a quick once over of how it went, what might be next for the podcast and more! Thanks for listening and please visit me over at http://...

Chad Guy and Dave Fortune have worked with, ran and continue to run the biggest concerts on the planet. Chad is PM/Tour Accountant for KISS and Dave spends his time as a freelance Production Manager and Tour Director having worked with Taylor Swift, Ed Sheehan, ACDC and more! You would think they have "Made it" in the music business but both stop by today to offer their take on the subject; their...

Everyone has their definition of "Making It". Do you have yours? Have you "Made it" or still striving for it? I get asked all the time about how to "Make It" In the Music Business and the path I took to get there. Have I actually "Made It" though? In this new series I will attempt to get those answers for you. I will have guests talk about their personal Journey's and also try to offer their thoug...

Dr. Sam Gutman MD stops by this week to talk Rockdoc Consulting Inc; his Event Medical Consulting Company, shares some stories from treating artists backstage, talks about his favourite shows, what started it all for him and more! Plus, we discuss COVID19 travel testing, the difference between PCR & Rapid Antigen testing, vaccine hesitancy and offers his thoughts on how to get through the pandemic...

This coming week I have a very important episode with Dr Samual Gutman MD (Rockdoc Inc) on the way. We are going to cover a lot of things but we will touch on COVID, Vaccination Hesitancy and more. I feel it's important to have these discussions and as I continue to recover from my COVID19 experience I thought it would be best to have an actual doctor on to downplay some myths and offer his take....

Katie Rox (Nice Horse) and Dunner (The Washboard Union) are old friends, tour together, have very successful bands that have won countless awards and were two of the first Canadian bands to play live In the summer of 2021! This week we discuss how their bands came together, how long they have known each other and played shows together, touring during a pandemic, how to succeed in the music busines...

Matt Heafy (Trivium) stops by today to talk about his touring experience this summer on the "Metal Tour of the Year" across America with Megadeth, Lamb of God and Hatebreed. Artists are experiencing all sorts of changes due to the pandemic and Matt discusses it all. Plus, we talk about Matt's new album with Trivium and of course we chat coffee and play the "Espresso Shot". Learn more about your ad...

Live music is back! Today I start a series of episodes featuring the people that make these shows happen. The Crew are everything to a tour and I've gathered some of the best in their field. Hoogie (Shinedown), Scott Davis (Daughtry/Disturbed), Jimi Storey (Halsey/Grouplove) and Andy Robicheau (Barenaked Ladies) all stop by to talk about the touring they have done this year after being some of the...

Brenton is NOT on Tour anymore having wrapped up a week ago. I found myself in a funny situation where I needed to get home by "Thanksgiving" and faced with a lot of the same circumstances our friends Neal Page and Del Griffith faced in the Thanksgiving movie that shares the title of this episode! Season 3 launches with my adventures through America to get home, the challenges we face travelling n...

I'm back on tour! I've been getting a lot of questions about what it's like out here so I dive into that. Also, I had a day off Sept 11 in NYC on the 20th Anniversary of the attacks and I give you a break down of my day and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time! The lake is calling, the campfire raging and kids needing things to do! In this quick wrap up I ask you what you are doing this summer, thank some sponsors and have a little chat. The podcast returns in Sept when I Brenton will actually be "On Tour" again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live music is back! This means I'll actually be "On Tour" as per the title of this podcast. What does this mean for you the ticket holder? What does this mean for the artist? Are you excited to see live music again? What was your favourite show? All this and more in this week's episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Province of British Colombia is moving to Phase 3 of our restart plan July 1. What does that mean? Also, the new Soprano's prequel trailer for "The Many Saints of Newark" dropped today and I give my thoughts and I provide a COVID health update on myself, you may just be surprised on my prognosis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

World Aeropress Champion and coffee roaster Tim Wendelboe returns to the show for an update on the coffee business, life in Oslo, Norway and what's next for his company? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corinne Lea is Owner/Operator of Vancouver's storied Rio Theatre. After raising over Eight Million dollars during their "Save the Rio" campaign through the help of local fundraising and names like Kevin Smith and Ryan Reynolds, Corinne was able to plant her foot firmly into the Vancouver movie, music, and performance scene. Then, the Pandemic hit and threatened to destroy all the amazing work that...

Today the Province of British Columbia, Canada announced their restart plan for the rest of 2021. In this quick 10 min "Espresso Shot" I cover off the basics of the plan as well as give you my quick favourite's for coffee, region and brand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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