Calendar

Thursday July 28 CLASSES

Family History Center Virtual Lecture: I

Have My DNA Results. Now What? — 7 p.m. at Family History Center, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Frederick. Presented by Wendy McLean. How do you interpret your DNA match list results? Why is your ethnicity not what you were told it would be? In this lecture Wendy will help you interpret your match list, explain ethnicity estimates and offer some tips that will help you get to work right away on using your DNA results with your genealogy. To get Zoom link and to register, call 240-8181938.

ETCETERA

American Red Cross Virtual Volunteer

Information Session — noon to 1 p.m.. This session will be focused on Disaster Cycle Services(DCS). Learn more about Disaster Services and how you can become part of our volunteer family across the National Capital and Greater Chesapeake Region! Via Microsoft Teams. You can join with or without video through your phone or computer! An event link will be provided by email upon completion of the registration form at www. redcross.org/volopenhouse. 410-913-9154. kristi.giles@redcross.org. www.redcross.org/local/dc-va-md-de/volunteer/volunteer-services.html.

Dr. Cheryl Dyson: FCPS Superintendent to

Hold Community Meet-and-Greet — 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Urbana High School stadium,, 3471 Campus Drive, Ijamsville. Open to the general community. Pre-register to attend. pubforms.fcps.org/view.php?id=96483.

FAMILY

Summerfest Family Theatre: Yosi in Con-

cert — 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Baker Park Band Shell, Second and Bentz streets, Frederick. Yosi has created various interactive and educational themed shows that bring joy to young children and their adults! With upbeat punk/rock-infused songs from his 5 award-winning albums, as heard on Sirius/ XM and other children’s programming, Yosi gets the kids on their feet dancing, laughing, and singing. 301-600-2841. celebratefrederick.com.

Wildwood Storytime with CCPL’s Mount

Airy Branch — 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Wildwood Park Gazebo, 400 Park Ave., Mount Airy. Storytime at the Wildwood Park gazebo, for kids up to age 8! Share books, stories, rhymes, music and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write and play together. Event will move indoors at CCPL’s Mount Airy Branch in the event of inclement weather. 410-386-4470. ask@carr.org. ccpl.librarymarket.com/event/wildwood-storytime-ccpls-mount-airy-branch-3. Circus Science with Gregory May — 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Carroll County Public Library, North Carroll Branch, 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead. For ages 5-12. Experience the wonders of the circus without the cost. Gregory May, a former Ringling Brothers performer, uses amazing tricks to explore the circus world — and explains some scientific principles behind the razzle-dazzle! Registration required. 410-386-4480. ask@carr.org. ccpl.librarymarket.com/event/circus-science-gregory-may-4.

MUSIC

Alive@Five: La Unica — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick. Irish Latin fusion. Live music. Outdoor happy hour. Ages 21 and older. $5 entry plus $5 drinks. Food available for purchase. 301-698-8118. downtownfrederick.org.

Evenings in Olde Towne Concert Series

— 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at City Hall Concert Pavilion, 31 S. Summit Ave., Gaithersburg. Continues Thursdays through July. Family-friendly and free. Variety of music in an outdoor venue.

Friday July 29 ETCETERA

Sunset Yoga — 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rosie Cheeks Distillery, 10229 Woodsboro Pike, Walkersville. Donation-based, all levels flow yoga. Pre-register. jenuineyogi@gmail.com. linktr.ee/jenuineyogi. Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick — 8:15 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. at Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and Brewery, 124 N. Market St., Frederick. Journey through Frederick’s gruesome and bloody past. Nearly 300 years of war, executions and revenge. True documented stories of the paranormal with Maryland’s oldest operating Ghost Tour. Uncover political savvy and defiant citizens, patriots from the Revolutionary War, beckoning soldiers from the Civil War, and so much more. Reservations recommended. $15. info@MarylandGhostTours.com. www.MarylandGhostTours.com.

FAMILY

Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum Open

House — 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 296 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. Open houses of the museum are held year-round on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. See historic railroad equipment, Thomas play layouts, historic photo and document display, and railroad artifacts, and visit the gift shop. $1-$6, free for children 3 and under. 301739-4665. info@roundhouse.org. roundhouse.org.

PERFORMER

FAC After Hours: See What Sticks-Open

Stage — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Performance artists, musicians, poets, actors — meet Frederick’s newest performance workshop and open stage. Artists are welcome to workshop emerging projects in our space and see what sticks. Stay after the performances for a brief discussion and debrief as participating artists continue to fine-tune their work. Performances start at 8 p.m. wiegand@frederickartscouncil.org. www.frederickartscouncil.org.

THEATER

“The Beverly Hillbillies: The Musical” — 6 p.m. at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick . Dinner 6 p.m., show at 8 p.m. When 17-year-old Elly May Clampett’s father unexpectedly strikes it rich, he moves his family from the Ozarks to Beverly Hills. Suddenly torn from her pig-farmer fiancé, the beautiful but naïve tomboy is thrown into a world of debutante balls, polo matches and people mainly concerned with their place in society. Nearly taken in by a couple of scheming ne’er-do-wells, Elly proves traditional country virtue triumphs over slick city vice. Also 6 p.m. on Saturdays; and 12:30 p.m. buffet with a 2:15 p.m. show on the first, third and fifth Sundays. $50 on Fridays and Sundays; $53 on Saturdays. 301-662-6600. wayoffbroadway.com.

Endangered Species (theater) Project

presents ‘Vis-a-Vis’ — 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St. , Frederick. Enjoy many of your favorite Endangered Species theatre Project actors along with some special guest artists as they continue outdoor theater at Sky Stage to perform original one- to two-person, 10-minute staged readings. Free. 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. esptheatre.org.

Saturday July 30 CLASSES

Goat Yoga — 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at South Mountain Creamery, 8305 Bolivar Road, Middletown. Two sessions per day: 10 to 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This hourlong yoga class hosted by GoatToBeZen Yoga will tap into your playful side as you stretch and flex your way to inner peace — with adorable goats! When the class is over, you’ll enjoy a delicious cup or cone of farmfresh ice cream in your favorite flavor. Ages 10 and up, and for people of all experience levels. Pre-register. $45 per person, per session. 240-490-8216. events@smcdairy.com. southmountaincreamery.com/visit/events/.

ETCETERA

Yoga On Tap — 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Frederick Social, 50 Citizens Way, Frederick. 60 minutes of donation-based, all-levels, Vinyasa flow yoga. As the weather gets warmer, the class will be held creekside on the new patio. Stay to try a few of the numerous beverages on tap or food on the locally sourced menu. Register at linktr.ee/jenuineyogi. Free. Jenuiniyogi@gmail.com. Sippin on Summer — noon to 4 p.m. at Sykesville Main Street, Maint Street, Sykesville. Unlimited sampling of hard seltzers and awesome summer beers! Tickets include your collectible glass and sampling wristband to be redeemed with a copy of your purchase at one of the entrance tents. $40 (early bird price). 443-416-3196. downtownsykesville.event@gmail.com. downtownsykesville.com/product/sippin-on-summer-tickets/.

Schifferstadt Architectural Museum Tours

— 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. The oldest home in Frederick city, a National Historic Landmark, is open for tours every Saturday and Sunday. Docents will tell you how this extraordinary building came to be with its German heating system that provided clean, safe, energy-efficient radiant heat. It’s the story of German immigration and German engineering in Colonial Maryland. Parking in the church lot across the street. $8, free for children under 12. 301-456-4912. boycerensberger@gmail.com. fredericklandmarks.org. Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick — 8:15 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. at Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and Brewery, 124 N. Market St., Frederick. Journey through Frederick’s gruesome and bloody past. Nearly 300 years of war,

executions and revenge. True documented stories of the paranormal with Maryland’s oldest operating Ghost Tour. Uncover political savvy and defiant citizens, patriots from the Revolutionary War, beckoning soldiers from the Civil War, and so much more. Reservations recommended. $15. info@MarylandGhostTours.com. www.MarylandGhostTours.com.

FAMILY

Twilight’s Last Gleaming — 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 a.m. at Gathland State Park, 900 Arnoldtown Road, Jefferson. Discover the significance of Crampton’s Gap and Brownsville Pass during the Battle of South Mountain and the important role artillery played during the battle. Cannon firing demonstrations are presented on Saturday at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., and on Sunday at 11 a.m., and 1 p.m.. 301-791-4767. JamesN.Johnston@Maryland. gov. dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/western/gathland.aspx.

Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum

— noon to 4 p.m. at Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum, 300B S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Museum preserves and displays the artifacts of the history and tradition of the fire and rescue service of Frederick County, Md. With the purchase of the first fire engine by the City of Frederick in 1764, fire protection has been consistently provided to the citizens of the county. 3016762285. cjecc171@comcast.net. frederickmdfiremuseum.org. Toys and Games Exhibit — noon to 4 p.m. at Damascus Museum, 9701 Main St., Damascus. Antique and playable modern toys and games. Every Saturday and Wednesday or by appointment 301-253-2014, www.dhsm.org. 302-253-2014. bernardinebeall@gmail.com.

Skywatching Program: Movies and Mete-

ors — 9 p.m. at Observatory Park, 100 DeSellum Ave., Gaithersburg. Showing of “Apollo 13” and then lie under the stars and watch for meteors (Delta Aquariids). Pre-registration is required. museum@gaithersburgmd.gov. gaithersburgmd.gov.

GALLERY

FAC After Hours: Art Exchange — 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. A new event organized by FAC intern Sophia Townsend. Artists are encouraged to bring with them up to 5 pieces that they would like to exchange for other artist’s work. People who do not make art, but rather have a collection of work, are welcome to bring those pieces as well to exchange. None of the pieces at this event will be sold for money. Free. wiegand@frederickartscouncil.org. www.frederickartscouncil.org.

HEALTH

Self-Care Saturday at Frederick Social

— 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Frederick Social , 50 Citizens Way, Frederick. Join two hours of movement and art therapy! Jenuine Yogi will lead you through 60 minutes of All-Levels Flow Yoga. Followed by a 60-minute Beer Ring Art Therapy Workshop led by Unicorn Nature. Take one or both sessions! Stay for a beverage and brunch @ Frederick Social. RSVP. 21 and older. Yoga: Donation-based; Art therapy workshop: $20. jenuineyogi@gmail.com. bit.ly/SelfCareSaturdayatFredSoc.

MUSIC

MAVFC presents The Amish Outlaws — 5 p.m. at Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Company Carnival Grounds, 1008 Twin Arch Road, Mount Airy. Grounds open at 5 p.m. no early entry. Concert starts at 7 p.m. Food and beverages available for purchase (no outside food and beverages permitted). A donation of $20 for parking is requested to benefit the MAVFC. www.mavfc.org.

Summer Concert Series: The Flashbacks

— 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at City Park, Peter Buys Band Shell, Hagerstown. Oldies and vintage rock ‘n’ roll. Rain cancels. 301-791-3132. washingtoncountyarts.com.

“The Landsharks — A Tribute to Jimmy

Buffet” — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Big Cork Vineyards, 4236 Main St., Rohrersville. The Landsharks perform around the world and have played with Jimmy Buffett in Key West and at Margaritaville. A Landsharks concert is fun and interactive and the Landsharks top it off with great musicianship. The Landsharks play regularly at Parrothead events, Trop Rock concerts, festivals, corporate events, and on cruises. $33. 301-790-3500. ajv@mdtheatre.org. www.ticketmaster.com/ event/15005C64E11364C0. WMGSO – Chambers and Consoles — 7 p.m. at Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Features popular video game music arranged and performed by the Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra chamber groups, jazz ensemble and summer choir. WMGSO requires that all attendees provide proof of vaccination for entry and wear masks during the performance. If you are medically exempt from being vaccinated, we can accept a doctor’s note and a negative test in lieu of a vaccination card. Visit vp@wmgso.org for more information. $20. 301-600-2828. bhiller@cityoffrederickmd.gov. weinbergcenter.org/shows/wmgso-chambers-and-consoles.

FAME presents Singer-Songwriter Series

— 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise (FAME) presents four concerts at FAC’s Sky Stage featuring acoustic soloists, duos or bands. July 30 features Brian Derek, with Casey Cleveland, Tabi Terusiak; Aug. 20 features Doug Alan Wilcox with Avery Powers; Oct. 15 features Michelle Swan with Sammie J. All-ages. Free. 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs/sky-stage.

Sunday July 31 ETCETERA

Schifferstadt Architectural Museum Tours

— 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. The oldest home in Frederick city, a National Historic Landmark, is open for tours every Saturday and Sunday. Docents will tell you how this extraordinary building came to be with its German heating system that provided clean, safe, energy-efficient radiant heat. It’s the story of German immigration and German engineering in Colonial Maryland. Parking in the church lot across the street. $8, free for children under 12. 301-456-4912. boycerensberger@gmail.com. fredericklandmarks.org.

FAMILY

Twilight’s Last Gleaming — 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. at Gathland State Park, 900 Arnoldtown Road, Jefferson. Discover the significance of Crampton’s Gap and Brownsville Pass during the Battle of South Mountain and the important role artillery played during the battle. Cannon firing demonstrations are presented on Saturday at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., and on Sunday at 11 a.m., and 1 p.m.. 301-791-4767. JamesN.Johnston@Maryland. gov. dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/western/gathland.aspx.

Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum

— noon to 4 p.m. at Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum, 300B S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Museum preserves and displays the artifacts of the history and tradition of the fire and rescue service of Frederick County, Md. With the purchase of the first fire engine by the City of Frederick in 1764, fire protection has been consistently provided to the citizens of the county. 3016762285. cjecc171@comcast.net. frederickmdfiremuseum.org.

MUSIC

Crazy After Midnight — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cactus Flats, 10026 Hansonville Road, Frederick. Country music.

Summer Concert Series: Signature Live!

— 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Baker Park Band Shell, Second and Bentz streets, Frederick. R&B/funk. Bring a canned food item for the Foodbank Program operated by the Frederick Community Action Agency. 50/50 raffle celebrates Celebrate Frederick’s mission. 301-600-2841. celebratefrederick.com. Hagerstown Municipal Band Concerts — 7 p.m. at Hagerstown City Park, Hagerstown. 108th season. 50-member concert band. Select soloists every concert. Continues Sundays through Aug. 21. 240-217-5070. hagerstownband.org.

THEATER

Endangered Species (theater) Project

presents ‘Vis-a-Vis’ — 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St. , Frederick. Enjoy many of your favorite Endangered Species theatre Project actors along with some special guest artists as they continue outdoor theater at Sky Stage to perform original one- to two-person, 10-minute staged readings. Free. 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. esptheatre.org.

Monday Aug. 1 CLASSES

FAC After Hours: Meditative Dance Move-

ment — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Do you remember what it was like to dance when you were a child? Wild and free and without any restrictions. Meditative dance is an inclusive healing space to move freely while tapping into your divine bliss. Join instructor Laura Sherwood for an hour of healing free movement as she

Multi-Dimensional Fun!

Boutique Bowling • Laser Tag • Escape Rooms XD Dark Ride • Arcade • Full Bar and Restaurant

Check out our website for Birthday Party and Family Fun Packs information. HOURS: Mon –Thurs 11am-10pm Sat -9am –Midnight | | Fri –11am Sun –9am –Midnight –10pm

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guides you through a moving meditation. Free with a $10 recommended donation. laurasherwood@gmail.com. www.frederickartscouncil.org.

ETCETERA

Clothes Closet — 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Thurmont United Methodist Church, 13880 Long Road, Thurmont. Free clothing to men, women and children; linens; shoes; more. Clothes Closet is open 3 times per month.

Tuesday Aug. 2 CLASSES

Yoga Under the Sun, Moon and Stars — 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St. , Frederick. For all levels, with Yogamour. Tuesdays through Sept. 6. Bring a mat and thirst quencher. In the event of inclement weather, check the Facebook event page for class changes or cancellation. $15 donation. 301-662-4190. skystage@ frederickartscouncil.org. yogamour.org.

ETCETERA

Pride On The Patio — 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Showroom, 882 N. East St., Fredrick. Weekly LGBTQIA social mixer. Relaxed an casual. Happy hour pricing, full menu available; drink special Gender Fluid. 21 and older. 2404098858. prideonthepatio@gmail.com. www.facebook.com/PrideOnThePatio.

FAC After Hours: Art Center Bijou — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. A weekly film screening curated by FAC Associate SJ Wiegand. Each month presents films that fall under one general theme in order to cultivate discussion about film as a mode of artistic expression. Film starts around 7:30 p.m. followed by brief discussion. Please note that there is a flight of stairs to reach the screening room. wiegand@frederickartscouncil.org. www.frederickartscouncil.org.

RECREATION

Frederick Keys vs. Trenton Thunder — 7 p.m. at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick. Fireworks June 3 and 4, July 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, and Aug. 19 and 20. On June 4, meet Washington Commanders legend Gary Clark at 6 p.m. Visit website for ticket prices and other promotions. milb.com/frederick.

Wednesday Aug. 3 CLASSES

Medicare Webinar — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Sterling Financial Management , 6919 Baltimore National Pike, Suite C, Frederick. The webinar will cover how Medicare enrollment works, when to apply and what is and is not covered. Dave Neterer, private wealth manager and president of Sterling Financial Management, will present this webinar with special guest speaker Danny Cohen, senior VP for John Hancock Investment Management. Pre-register. 301-733-7777. ally.sirbaugh@sterlingfm.com. www.sterlingfm.com.

Practical Sustainability - The Homestead-

ing Series: Jams & Jellies — 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Frederick Community College- Conference Center, Room E125, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. This multicourse series is designed to prepare a family to “practically” provide sufficient food from a medium-sized suburban home garden, a not-for-profit homestead, or a small farm. This class is on jams and jellies. Pre-register, ages 18 and older. $19. 301-624-2727. mkrzywicki@frederick. edu.

ETCETERA

Frederick’s Creative Economy Brown Bag

Talks — 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at 115 E. Church St., 115 E. Church St., Frederick. Roundtable conversations each Wednesday about how to make Frederick even more vital by finding spaces and livelihoods to sustain people in their creative endeavors and enhancing their abilities to make a living. Bring a brown bag lunch. 240-578-3407. abrock@frederickymca.org. frederickymca.org/introducing-the-new-ymca-arts-center.

FILM

Summer Classic Movie Series: “Witness”

(1985) — 7:30 p.m. at Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, Pa. On the big screen in the restored and historic 1925 theater. Harrison Ford as a tough Philly cop protecting a young Amish farm boy. $8. gettysburgmajestic.com.

RECREATION

Frederick Keys vs. Trenton Thunder — 7 p.m. at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick. Fireworks June 3 and 4, July 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, and Aug. 19 and 20. On June 4, meet Washington Commanders legend Gary Clark at 6 p.m. Visit website for ticket prices and other promotions. milb.com/frederick.

Thursday Aug. 4 ETCETERA

DiVerse@Casey Poetry Night: A Night

Celebrating Venus Thrash — 7 p.m. at Casey Community Center, 810 S. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg. Featured poets include Ethan Goffman and Claudia Gary. Advance registration recommended. 301-258-6366. gaithersburgmd.gov.

Sky Stage Swing Dance — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Every first Thursday through October. $5 suggested donation. 301-662-4190. skystage@ frederickartscouncil.org.

Musician to musician

(EATON from 13)

a certain level of slop that only Nirvana could play. Then you have to ask if they want to go and copy them or if they just want to be inspired by them but do their own thing.

What do you think about that? I don’t necessarily feel like it’s good to aim to sound like a specific band or artist. When it feels good, it just feels good. You don’t know until you know.

I think that’s one thing about my job that’s life-affirming. It’s this well of knowledge that 100% makes me want to do this for the rest of my life. There’s just so much to learn. It’s about people. Then, when I was young, I was like, “This is the way to do it!,” but then I got older and thought, “This is the way to do everything!” It’s almost like an arrogance. But I’ve been hitting this point the last few years where it’s a level of humility. I know I have this foundation of knowledge and skill that I built through experience, but walking in every day knowing that I don’t know what’s about to happen, but hoping that something new happens — I love that.

Do you get a feeling or into a space where you love working with younger people at this point? It’s one of my favorite things. You come across a 19, 20-year-old kid who’s way into it, I’m inspired.

Yeah, definitely. It’s bad to assume that kids don’t know what they’re talking about. They don’t have the experiences, but how could they? I see some people say, “Well, they haven’t been playing guitar for 10 years,” but I just say, “F— it. Hold the guitar neck that way. If it sounds good, it sounds good.” I like both sides of the equation. There’s a level of respect, but it’s this weird thing because they’re coming to me for a service and there’s this implied hierarchy, where it’s like “I’m the smartest guy in the room,” and with technical stuff, I should be because that’s my job. But that doesn’t mean I’m above them or know more about the art they’re about to make. I like the dynamic of being the expert that you hired, but you’re here to teach me, too.

What is the hardest thing about owning and operating a recording studio in this area? Are there enough artists here to sustain the business?

I think that’s a good question. I think it’s a hard one to answer because looking strictly at geography, it’s not. Say I was a food truck and had a radius of people who walk to work and would buy food from me. With music, I think it’s such a specialized service and such an enormous degree of trust and time you have to spend with people. So, the facility has to be at a certain level, the gear has to be at a certain level, but the most important thing is being able to work with people to get the sounds you need and working together as collaborators. Making a record is really hard, so you need to know you have a teammate with you. I think if you look at the business I’m marketing to, it’s really just the world, which is up for grabs. I [recorded] this one band from New York that did Time Columns type of stuff, and they were like, “The last guy we recorded with asked us to record the guitars clean and then he’d put all the delays on afterward.” Can you imagine saying that to The Edge? It’s just dumb. I think when I was young and naive, I was like, “I’m just going to do a recording studio,” and I didn’t even think about marketing or a business plan. I was just a psycho, like, “I’m going to do it.” Now that I get older, I’m like, “You’re pretty crazy for doing that, dude.”

Can you picture yourself doing anything else?

There are a couple jobs I could see myself doing.

Could you ever see yourself fully walking away from recording, though?

No. Not really. Moderation’s for cowards. I love recording. I’m a lifer. It’s the learning and getting better at it, the complexities of humans who walk in the door and crossreferencing that to the music they play. It’s just endlessly fascinating to me. Here’s this very gentle person playing the most brutal stuff. There are so many things I learn. It provides me a lot of meaning. It’s a pathway for me to improve myself and provide a meaningful experience for other people.

Colin McGuire has been in and out of bands for more than 20 years and also helps produce concerts in and around Frederick. His work has appeared in Alternative Press magazine, PopMatters and 72 Hours, among other outlets. He is convinced that the difference between being in a band and being in a romantic relationship is less than minimal. Contact him at mcguire. colin@gmail.com.