Unfortunate Event

Hey everybody, yesterday I messed up my left hand pretty bad, and the doctors say I can't play guitar for six weeks. Currently the band (three piece) is looking for a guitarist to fill in and ultimately stay on if it is a good fit.

www.krisorlowski.com
www.myspace.com/krisorlowski


The Band: A 3 piece Seattle Rock/Pop band with solid gear as well as a recording studio for practice. Working with a mnagement commpany, gigging in the northwest. We have a mix of styles and influences including the older classics to newer indie favorites. We come from Rock, Acoustic, Hard Rock, Metal and Jazz backgrounds.

If your interested or know someone that might be, e-mail me at krisorlowskiband @ gmail.com with your qualifications.

This is really frustrating for me. For many of you that our close, you know what a big part of my life music is and has been. Any help you can give me finding a guitarist so that the show can go on would alleviate alot of stress and frustration for me. Thanks.

- Kris

Spread some Holiday Joy

If you go to this web site, www.letssaythanks.com , you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving in Iraq . You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to some member of the armed services.

How AMAZING it would be if we could get everyone we know to send one!!!

This is a great site.

Please send a card.

It is FREE and it only takes a second.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if the soldiers received a bunch of these? Whether you are for or against the war, our guys and gals over there need to know we are behind them...

Tonight @ Mount Baker Theatre

Tonight, Nov. 4th, Kris Orlowski will be playing solo at Mount Baker Theatre opening for LSB at 8pm. Show is $15, $18 at the door.

WWU's Underground Pre-Release

Last night we had a great time playing with Robert Blake. http://www.sameroomrecords.com/ . The Kris Orlowski Band did fairly well for their first show together and are looking forward to playing Western Washington University again. Jeff Talbot was a great host and is always a pleasure to work with him on and off the stage (he is also a great musician).

Thanks to everyone who came out!

Kris

A random conversation between Kris and his Friend Rob Stauffer

me: what up buddy
Good times
Good ideas
Good feeling
Good ness
Good
Goodie
Como te llamas
Me llamo Paca
Bueno Senor
Mi amigo is loco...
Rob: ajdf;laskdfj;askldfjadskf;jasdas;lfkajdsf;lasjdfasads;lfkadsj;flasjdf
me: lol
Rob: d;faslkdfja;sljfs.z,cvjsdz.mczjv;xlckjasdasdjz;xklcjv;asdkfj
me: alsdfhsafdfasjldfkjsdf
Rob: sdjv;lckjv;zslcnvasd
me: sdflkjsdfsdfklkjsefsdldfjsdsdlkfjsdf
THE DAY IS MINE!
Rob: I'm on the phone right now, can I call you in a second?
me: Fo sho
I'm putting this conversation on my blog

Show in Everett

Kris Orlowski and Shaun the percussionist will be playing a mini, stripped down set at Zippy's Java Lounge on Thursday, 7:15pm.

The address is 1804 Hewitt Ave. Everett, WA 98201. There are directions on the main site at www.krisorlowski.com.

-Kris

Anonymity = 0

When I first started blogging, even under my real name, I still felt there was a lack of exposure. After all, how many people knew I had a blog, or took the time to read it? As I began to play more shows, with a link of my blog on my website, and automatic update on my facebook through RSS technology, the anonymity I once felt about spilling my thoughts online dissapated.
Privacy and Anonymity on the web are a past time. Things have become so accessible and public as more users have there own "spaces" and online journals. It is interesting to see how we are handling the responsibility that comes with having so much exposure to other people in forums, on blogs, etc.

Personally, I'm not getting used to the fact that anyone can read my thoughts online, but I'm definitely enjoying reading other peoples.

Amazing Music Event in November!

Many of the current music moguls of the industry will be at the EMP this coming November. This a pretty great chance to meet some influential people while learning how technology is changing the way musicians work!

The Music/Tech Summit 06, hosted at the Experience Music Project’s JBL Theater and Learning Labs, is a day-long gathering that will examine how the changing technological landscape can empower artists and further their careers. Meet many of the most important players in this emerging industry, hear a dynamic keynote address, attend informative panels, watch lunchtime interactive demonstrations and jumpstart your career. Reserve your seat today! Confirmed panelists include:

J Allard - Corporate VP and Chief XNA Architect - XBOX/Zune
Kevin Arnold – CEO - IODA
Tim Bierman – Manager - Pearl Jam/Ten Club
Christina Calio - Director of Music Marketing - Zune - Microsoft
Kevin Cole - Program Director - KEXP
Dave Dederer - Presidents of the USA
Jason Fiber- President - Cordless Recordings
Michael Hausman - Manager- Aimee Mann, Susan Vega
Tony Keiwel – A&R, Sub Pop Records
Chris Pirillo – Founder - Gnomedex
Ryan Schreiber- Founder, Editor-in Chief - Pitchfork Media
John Simson - Executive Director- Sound Exchange
Derek Sivers - Founder, President - CD BABY
Jessica Stoner - VP of business development - Pandora Tim Quirk- Executive Editor - Rhapsody
Bill Valenti - Executive VP - Melodeo

Panel 1. "Get Your Music Out There: Pounding the Virtual Pavement"
Once you’ve recorded your music, how do you get it out there? This panel brings together luminaries from the online music world to talk about Internet Radio, podcasting, online communities, and marketing. You'll find out what the opportunities are and how best to take advantage of them.

Panel 2. "Don't Give Away the Farm: Getting Paid for Your Music"
It's fine having thousands download your tracks for free, but someone's going to have to pay the bandwidth bill. If you don't figure out a way to get paid, you're never going to be able to give up your job as a barista. This panel brings together people who work with independent artists, helping them take advantage of the multiple distribution methods available today.

Panel 3. "Making it Happen: Music and Technology in Action"
Hear how artists, managers and others are using the technology to stay in touch with fans, build online communities, and make money. Our internationally-recognized panelists will tell you where it's all going.

Closing Address. “Through the Looking Glass: the Future of Digital Music”
J Allard is an industry expert on digital music and he will address the future of the entertainment and technology industries, their continuing convergence, and a speculative look at where we will be in 5 years.

Experience Music Project November 11, 2006 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 325 5th Ave N Seattle, WA 98109

To RSVP or purchase tickets, please call 206.834.1000.

Show in Tacoma!

Tonight I will be playing at the Mandolin Cafe with Everday Jones at 7:30pm! Having played with Alissa and Jason Green in Tacoma, Portland and North Idaho, I know that this group is entertaining, captivating and easy to love. They have a catchy, acoustic rock feel that makes people want to sing along.

For directions, go to www.krisorlowski.com. I look forward to seeing you all out there!

- Kris

Lost tonight!

I've never been one to really indulge fully in pop culture, but living in downtown Seattle, and working in a corporate office where knowing about what happened in Project Runway is a must, I have begun to get involved in all the latest shows.

I watched the first few episodes of lost when in first premiered and got into in the second season last spring. I eagerly awaited the release of the 3rd season last week and have found some answers with hundreds more questions. Lost is in on tonight, but I will have DVR it as I will be playing in Tacoma. I'm excited for the episode tonight, does anyone have any predictions?

North Idaho with 'Everyday Jones'

This weekends show in Coeur d'alene, ID went off without a hitch! Everyday Jones is just finishing up there tour after a show in Pullman the day before and Caterina Winery in Spokane this last Thursday. They blew the socks off of North Idaho's Coffeeville. Very impressive, entertaining performance and it was nice to open for them. I'm coming up on three shows this next weekend, with one in Ellensburg and two in Spokane. I hope to see you there!

Music of the Week (Last Week): Joshua

Last week I saw the movie Last Kiss with a good friend who was my girlfriend at the time...the last song in the movie was great and really attracted me to this artist. Joshua Radin's "Star Mile" really gets me. He has alot of shows coming up and also has a show in Seattle at the Crocodile on the 7th. Unfortunately I will be in Seattle and will miss the show, but if I were you, I would check it out!

http://www.myspace.com/joshuaradin

Music of the Week: Mat Kearney

I've been kind of sherking my duty on the music of the week so I have a great new band for you to hear. Mat Kearney is an up and coming artist my friend David told me about and I've heard his name more than a couple of times. He's playing in my current residence of Seattle this coming week, October 3rd at Nuemos. Check em out.

http://www.myspace.com/matkearney