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  • The Perfect Pomade

    · By Reva Hansen

    Earlier this year, I came across a company called Firsthand Supply Co out of Massachusetts. I immediately became very interested in their all natural, water based pomade. So I ordered one and began doing my research. As soon as I opened the container, the aroma was overwhelmingly pleasing to my olfactory epithelium. Next, I scooped out a small amount into my hands and rubbed it together through my fingers. The texture was very smooth with just the right amount of thickness. Now, I’m not a pompadour guy, so I’m not looking for shine. This pomade is the perfect matte finish,...

  • Wallet On The Snare Drum

    · By Reva Hansen

    Most experienced drummers probably know this trick, but if you’re a beginner then it may be a helpful tip for you. If you’re ever struggling to get your snare drum to sound good, and you’ve tried everything else, place your wallet on top of the snare. More often than not, this will solve your problem. Now, I can’t guarantee this, but I know it’s worked for me. However, it may depend on your wallet size and weight, as well other indeterminate factors. But if you have a pretty average size wallet (such as our Buck wallet), with an average amount...

  • 6 Days, 5 Vehicles, 1 Band

    · By Mike Lewis

    In early June, we were getting ready to go on tour (yes, Emery still tours). Two days before the tour, the shop where our bus was being worked on found a cracked head gasket. For those who know nothing of automobiles...that ain’t good. So with no fifteen passenger vans available to rent, we decided to take our old fifteen passenger van, which had close to 300K miles on it. Toby took it to a local shop to get it worked on the day before we were supposed to leave. After a routine checkup, they said I wouldn’t trust it to...

  • Take The Subway

    · By Reva Hansen

    If you’ve ever been to NYC, then you know about the subway. The life and culture within this mode of transportation is the essence of NYC. You will see all forms of life on the subway and perhaps live to tell about it. Driving in the city is just a plain ole no no. Cabs are a common way to get around, but they can get a little pricey. So, that just leaves the underground. And believe me, it’s gonna be dirty. At the right time, it’s gonna be creepy. But you have to experience it to truly experience the...

  • Wooden Sunglasses - An Interview with Legacy Eyewear

    · By Reva Hansen

    When I first came across Legacy Eyewear, I wasn’t sure what to think of wooden sunglasses. The designs looked cool, but wooden, really? So I decided to investigate. I contacted you through social media and we soon chatted. I ended up ordering a pair to see if they really were as good as advertised. It didn’t take long for me to realize that they were even better than advertised. These sunglasses are super lightweight and comfortable, flexible, durable - you name it. Most every pair of sunglasses I had ever owned were either too tight on my head or bothered...

  • Living The Dream

    · By Cancel Print Collaborator

    “You’re living the dream.” People have been telling me that for over a decade. People think being in a touring band, and making a living from it, must be one of the greatest jobs in the world. Well, I want to share the truth with you. IT IS! I have a great job. I write songs and people will buy them. I say I’ll perform the songs live and people will show up to watch...and pay to see me! In this day and age of complaining and criticizing everything I just want to say I am blessed. I love creating...