The Scene
The Gable Verse, the Gable Music Ventures blog, is here to bring you the newest and freshest news from the music scene in Delaware and the surrounding area. Our goal is to highlight the artistic diversity and talent in and around the area while encouraging community and support for the arts.
Rising To New Heights: Interview with Ty Mathis
This young Newark, Delaware-born and bred multi-instrumentalist is on the rise and shows no signs of slowing down! We chatted with Ty Mathis on his start in music, his latest release, and his musical messages of unity, love, and hope on #TheGableVerse - ✏️by @Sug Daniels!
Bandcamp Friday Roundup; July 2023
The summer is heating up and we’ve got some hot new music for July’s Bandcamp Friday Roundup.
Get To The Gig: Summer Concert Series 2023
By supporting local talent, the community fosters a thriving arts and music scene. Here’s a round up of some local summer concert series to get into this season in Delaware.
Mind Your Music Business: Band Merch 101
Merchandise allows music artists to build a stronger brand, deepen their connection with fans, generate additional income, and showcase their creativity. Get the basics from us right here on the Gable Verse!
Live Sessions! A Gateway To Live Music
Live sessions like NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert play a unique role in bringing together music-lovers with live music from bands they may never have heard. We, of course, have a roundup of home-made, locally-produced ones for your browsing pleasure!
Get To The Gig: 45th Annual June Jam Music Festival!
#thegableverse loves sharing info on other local music events, especially ones that have been around for 45 years! The longest running music festival in Delaware is back for the 45th Annual June Jam Music Festival in Houston, Delaware - Sug Daniels has more!
Bandcamp Friday Roundup; Wilmington Ladybug Music Festival 2023 Edition
The Wilmington Ladybug Music Festival is TONIGHT and is full of fresh new faces this year and we’ve got a bunch of them gathered up for your discovery pleasure for this month’s Bandcamp Friday.
Mind Your Music Business; Social Media
Social media has completely changed the way we digitally communicate with each other. We are all connected in ways that weren’t possible before on a personal level and for business and bands alike. There is an audience, a community, and an untouched fanbase for you out there. You just have to know how to find it.
Sug Daniels helps you with some tips and tricks on how!
Connecting Coast To Coast: A Conversation with Run Carabao
Wilmington, Delaware transplant Isaac Jabola-Carouls was born in California but has been making the First State his new musical home with his new project Run Caraboa. We sat down with him to discuss his new music, the big cities he left behind, and how the Delaware music scene is breathing new life into his creations.
Get To The Gig - The Ladybug Music Festival
The Ladybug Music Festival returns as arguably one of the best block parties in Wilmington, Delaware, on June 2. Presented by Chase, this free, all-ages event from 5 to 10 PM will be hosting musicians from around the country, local artisan vendors, and focusing on the mission of bringing women and non cis men to the forefront of the music scene.
Bandcamp Friday Roundup; May 2023
It’s May and there’s a fresh crop of new local music to listen to for this Bandcamp Friday Roundup. On Bandcamp Fridays, more money is going directly to the artists who deserve it. Stop by and spread a little local love and support if you enjoy it.
Mind Your Music Business: How To Get Your Band Booked
So you’ve got a band together, you’ve written some songs, and you practiced. Now what? It’s time to play a show. Sug Daniel’s gives you 6 basic things you can do to ensure your emails are getting answered and you’re booking shows!
Get To The Gig; The Vinyl Countdown
The Queen is hosting The Vinyl Countdown, a mega event for audiophiles, record collectors and music lovers April 14. With vinyls for sale, local bands, and food, it’s Delaware’s preeminent ‘Record Store Day’ kickoff party - Sug Daniels has more details on #thegableverse!
Bandcamp Friday Roundup; April Showers 2023
Spring has finally sprung and we’re excited to bring some fresh new picks for this month's Bandcamp Friday roundup.
Mind Your Music Business: How To Write The Perfect Band Bio
Mind Your Music Business! Press, media, blogs, venues, and talent buyers all use your band bio, so make it count! Sug Daniels is here with tips and tricks just for that very thing, right on #thegableverse!
Get To The Gig; The Last Hurrah: Jackson Inn’s Celebrating
GetToTheGig on 3/25! We raise our glasses in farewell to one of Delaware’s most iconic and eclectic music venues, Jackson Inn, after over 100 years of serving the community - Sug Daniels has a deeper dive on the Inn…
Bandcamp Friday Roundup; March Madness 2023
We’re celebrating March Madness with back to back hits for another local Bandcamp Friday Roundup!
Singing Through The Pain; How Mariano Mallia beat the odds to continue his musical dream
Sug Daniels interviews Wilmington-raised musician Mariano Mallia about the struggles and successes of his debilitating vocal injury, recovery, and ultimate comeback to the scene - it’s all on the The Gable Verse!
Mind Your Music Business: Establishing a Brand for Your Music Career
A little branding for your music can go a long way, and looking at it from a business perspective can really make a difference in how potential fans can relate and get hooked on you. Here are some ideas…