Friday

Friday, photos of the Make A Wish Ball, Charlotte Symphony, my first record production (of one of my favorite bands, the Left Banke) got released, the new Bob Lind album (which features two of my photos) got released, and the Avett Brothers posted on their social media about my show.

That, my friends, is a full day.

Thank you all. Miss you. See you soon, and see you on the road.

-Daniel

February 26, 2022

Out Today

Two years of work to bring this to fruition, and a lifetime of listening.

Co-produced by yours truly, with Cheryl Pawelski and Scott Schinder.

So many people to thank. A separate email is coming later today.

Spread the word. Left Banke, forever.

http://omnivorerecordings.com/shop/the-strangers-on-a-train/

-Daniel

February 25, 2022

RIP Chris Garges

I can't remember when I first met Chris Garges. I just know that, like many others, he was one of my best friends. Producer, engineer, studio owner, musician, professional connoisseur of all music and its history, and key player in the lives and creativity of so many others.

Through the years, I watched Chris grow from working at the original Old House Studios in Gastonia, to building his own studio in Charlotte. He joined two of his favorite groups, the Mitch Easter band, and the Spongetones. He accomplished so much while he was here, and despite the health issues that he kept private. Perhaps our smiles meant as much to Chris, as his did to us.

Chris and I bonded over a love of music, and those who were a part of creating the music. Over stories about the Beatles, and all things 1960s. Over music magazines, and why seeing your name in Tape Op or Mix Magazine was still such a thrill. Over things that made us laugh. When Maya Beth Atkins' debut album needed some guidance, there was only person I contacted about putting the record together. The roots of the production work that I have been doing the last two years took shape alongside Chris at Old House Studio, something that I will be forever grateful for.

We had been trying to put together more projects to work together on the last two years. Just as they finally came into focus, our plans changed again. But just like Charlie Watts, you'd have told us to carry on, Chris. And we will. You once said that the drummer controls the band. And you still will. You'll just be doing it from The Great Gig In The Sky.

Yes, Chris, I got in one more Pink Floyd reference in for you. I knew that you'd be okay with that.

Here's to you, Chris. Thank you.

Until I photograph you again, someday.

-Daniel

February 23, 2022

RIP Gary Brooker Of Procol Harum

RIP Gary Brooker. The voice and commander of Procol Harum. You were, and will always be an English gentleman of the highest order, and the experience of interviewing and photographing you is something that I will always treasure.

Safe travels, Captain. Fly on forever, sailor. Wave when you reach land.

Your witness, my own hand.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGmZMKfHB2c

-Daniel

February 22, 2022

Burnett Sisters And Colin Ray Photos, Charlotte, NC, February 19, 2022

Burnett Sisters And Colin Ray 

Great Aunt Stella Center

Charlotte, NC

February 18, 2022

All photos copyright 2022 Daniel Coston

-Daniel 

February 20, 2022

Milton Suggs Photos, Charlotte, NC, February 18, 2022

Milton Suggs 

The Jazz Room

Charlotte, NC

February 18, 2022

All photos copyright 2022 Daniel Coston

-Daniel

February 20, 2022

Tosco Music Party Photos, Charlotte, NC, February 14, 2022

Tosco Music Party

Booth Playhouse

Charlotte, NC

February 14, 2022

All photos copyright 2022 Daniel Coston

-Daniel

February 20, 2022

Lost Dog String Band Photos, Charlotte, NC, February 4, 2022

Lost Dog String Band 

Neighborhood Theatre

Charlotte, NC

February 4, 2022

All photos copyright 2022 Daniel Coston

-Daniel

February 20, 2022

Tommy & Saundra O'Sullivan Photos, Charlotte, NC, February 4, 2022

Tommy & Saundra O'Sullivan 

house concert 

Charlotte, NC

February 4, 2022

All photos copyright 2022 Daniel Coston

-Daniel

February 20, 2022

Bechtler Jazz Photos, Charlotte, NC, February 4, 2022

Bechtler Jazz 

Bechtler Museum Of Art

Charlotte, NC 

February 4, 2022

All photos copyright 2022 Daniel Coston

-Daniel

February 20, 2022

Corinne Bailey Rae Photos, Charlotte, NC, February 2, 2022

Corinne Bailey Rae 

Neighborhood Theatre

Charlotte, NC

February 2, 2022

All photos copyright 2022 Daniel Coston

-Daniel

February 20, 2022

Me On Wilson's World

 https://www.wccbcharlotte.com/2022/02/15/wilsons-world-earl-scruggs-center%e2%80%8es-new-exhibit-an-avett-brothers-retrospective/

-Daniel

February 18, 2022

Back On Wilson's World On February 15th

I'll be on air with Wilson's World at 7am on Tuesday morning, talking about my new exhibit of Avett Brothers photographs at the Earl Scruggs Center. See you on TV, and see you on the road.

-Daniel 

February 14, 2022

Back At Earl Scruggs Center

I'll be back at the Earl Scruggs Center on Saturday, February 12th from noon to 2pm for anyone that would like a tour of my new exhibit. Then I will be back in Charlotte for the Heart Ball. See you there, and see you on the road.

-Daniel

February 12, 2022

Me On WNCW, Promoting My New Exhibit

 https://www.wncw.org/podcast/friday-feature-of-the-week/2022-02-10/the-earl-scruggs-center-hosts-a-symphony-for-the-road-an-avett-brothers-retrospective

-Daniel

February 11, 2022

Opening Of Avett Brothers Exhibit

I'll be at the Earl Scruggs Center in Shelby, NC on Tuesday morning for the opening of my exhibit of Avett Brothers photos. I'll also be back at the Scruggs Center throughout the week. I hope to see you soon, and see you on the road.

-Daniel

February 7, 2022

WNCW On Friday, Earl Scruggs Center On Tuesday

I'll be on WNCW radio tomorrow (Friday) morning at 8:50am, talking about my exhibition of Avett Brothers photos that opens at the Earl Scruggs Center in Shelby, NC on Tuesday, February 8th.

I also will be at the Scruggs Center on February 8th from 10am to noon for anyone that would like a tour. I will be at the Scruggs Center at various times over the six month run of this exhibit. Please contact the Center, or myself for more info, and stay tuned for more news about upcoming events.

See you on the radio, see you at the Scruggs Center, and see you on the road.

-Daniel

February 3, 2022

New Interview With Me About The Left Banke, And More

Hello all-

Here is a new interview I recently did with Mark Arnold and his Fun Ideas podcast about the Left Banke, the Cyrkle, the Avett Brothers, and more. Enjoy.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIH5kIJFvqY

-Daniel

February 1, 2022