Shows
The UpNUp Podcast"Just A Conversation"(Spotlight Series) w/ Matt McAlmanJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Matt McAlman, drummer for Marshall Law Band and the cinematic folk-pop band OK Tiger, as he shares the real truth about making it in the music industry. Discover how Fremont Fridays transformed from a pandemic necessity in an empty parking lot to one of Seattle's premier music festivals, attracting 650+ artist applications!
Key Topics Covered:
- What it really takes to be in a professional band
- Music industry business advice for aspiring musicians
- The 5-year journey of Fremont Fridays
- OK Tiger's creative process and new music
- Building community through music
...2025-07-1430 min
Take Notice: Amplifying Black StoriesDrumming and Music Community with Matt McAlmanTuesday, November 14Take Notice: Amplifying Black StoriesSeason 4, Episode 9: Matt McAlmanSeattle-based drummer, Matt McAlman, discusses his pursuits in music since a young age and pursuits beyond music now. With a focus on music business, logistics, and creating opportunities for the music community we hear Matt's experience bringing music to CHOP, getting involved in the music community through MoJam Mondays, and playing drums in space! The origins of Marshall Law Band trace back to the fortuitous meeting of rapper Marshall Hugh and saxophonist Marty Thordarson, who became roommates during their college...2023-11-1448 min
Take Notice: Amplifying Black StoriesUplifting Community through Music with Marshall HughTuesday, November 7Take Notice: Amplifying Black StoriesSeason 4, Episode 8: Marshall HughSeattle-based bandleader, Marshall Hugh, discusses how he got into music and began as the leader of the Marshall Law Band. As a group they have been through a lot, performing at the CHOP protest in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle following the murder of George Floyd, building the SS Jellybean to continue performing for the community during COVID, and planning events like Fremont Fridays and a Gala supporting a local nonprofit. We discuss the importance of taking care of yourself as...2023-11-0755 min
Jake's Take with Jacob ElyacharEpisode 237: Marshall Law Band TALKS Music & Fremont FridaysIt is a pleasure to welcome the Marshall Law Band to The Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. The Marshall Law Band is a hip-hop, rock, and funk music collective formed in 2017 by rapper Marshall Hugh and saxophonist Marty Thordarson, who were college roommates. The group includes bassist Evan Robertson, drummer Matt McAlman, guitarist Josh Richins, and keyboardist Zach Olsen. Driven by their shared passion for effective positive change and addressing social justice issues, the band wholeheartedly joined the local Seattle protests following the tragic death of George Floyd in 2021. After a week of powerful performances at th...2023-07-1623 min