Join me, Neighbor N8, as I dive into a super interesting conversation with Daniel Donato. We get into his journey over the last 11 years, from busking in Nashville to one of the hottest up and coming musicians on the music festival scene. You'll also get some insider info on the 2nd Camp Cosmic music festival that will be hosted at The Caverns in Pelham TN again in Spring of 2025.

Daniel is insanely intelligent and in tune with his purpose, passions and where he fits in the vastness of the universe at any given time. I am serious when I say that I left our conversation feeling inspired by how genuinely enlightened he seems. We chat about all kinds of things for over an hour, including...

👀 The importance of resonating energy and intentions through music

💰 Financial and logistical aspects of maintaining a successful band

🎸The intricate process of making music and studio time management

🕉️ Exploring spiritual practices and their influence on music and vice versa

👽 Insights into the cosmic country genre and its difference from traditional country music

📣 Get the lowdown on the 2nd Annual Camp Cosmic music festival

⛺️ CAMP COSMIC

Apr 11 – 12, 2025 at The Caverns, Pelham, TN

https://bit.ly/camp-cosmic-tickets

Don't forget to check out the additional planning resources and reviews available for VIP content on the neighborhood! 👇

https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/

🔆 Episode Highlights

(00:05:12) - Daniel Donato on creating music with intentional energy.

(00:12:45) - Talks about tours and benefits of residencies.

(00:20:30) - Reflects on skipping college for a cosmic mindset.

(00:32:20) - Shares financial struggles and strategic reinvestment for band.

(00:40:10) - Emphasizes equal accountability in the band's music process.

(00:50:56) - Discusses "cosmic country" and its unique influences.

(01:05:30) - Talks about "Camp Cosmic" at The Caverns.

(01:15:40) - Discusses spiritual practices influencing his music.

(01:25:20) - Future addition of a fifth band member on pedal steel.

(01:35:50) - Philosophical insights on the fusion of spiritual and material.

🤔 Quoateble

"I see the world as a stage, and every moment is an opportunity to resonate with the energy and intentions I put out through my music." - Daniel Donato

"Collaboration is key; each member of the band is equally accountable for the music, and that's what creates a unique and honest sound." - Daniel Donato

"The fusion of spiritual and material domains is what cosmic country is all about, portraying eternal realities through tones and chords." - Daniel Donato

🔎 Additional Links Mentioned

Tour Schedule: https://danieldonato.com/tour

Website: https://danieldonato.com/

Keychain: https://keychain.club/danieldonato

Merch: https://danieldonato.colortestmerch.com/

Instagram: @‌thedanieldonato

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/danieldonato

New Album 👉 Reflector

15 original songs

Grammy Award Winning Producer Vance Powell

https://open.spotify.com/album/2ZSufO9lQ6fZpTSc7FM0Br

🎙️ Podcast: Daniel Donato's Lost Highway

https://open.spotify.com/show/1gBL8OwFIPfC9FFKTjatEK

👂🏻Other Podcasts

https://bit.ly/daniel-donato-podcast-episode-40 (Inside the Musicians Brain hosted by Chris Pandolfi)

🎥 From Busking On The Street To The Ryman // A Cosmic Country Story // Daniel Donato

https://youtu.be/abLx-yYjoHQ?si=4XkMVbl3JHT3jYEa

🎧 Nugs.net - 5.26.24 - Thornville, OH - Dark Star Jubilee

https://bit.ly/DSJ24-Cosmic-Country

👍 Bonus Materials

Black Swamp Arts Festival

September 6, 7, & 8, 2024

Cris Jacobs – Friday, 9/6; 8:00pm...

Join me, Neighbor N8, as as I review the highlights, the scene and the vibe of Dark Star Jubilee 2024 at Legend Valley in Thornville, Ohio!

Get to know this annual music festival and historic Ohio concert venue before you go so that you can be better prepared to have an amazing experience. Get the scoop on ticket prices, camping options, and standout performances from this iconic festival and historic Ohio concert venue.

👀 Overview of Dark Star Jubilee 2024, with ticket and camping pass prices

🏞️ Details Legend Valley, including location, capacity, and amenities

🎸 Standout performances, including Holly Bowling, Greensky Bluegrass, Daniel Donato, Keller Williams Grateful Gospel and of course, Dark Star Orchestra

💭 Get super essential tips for festival-goers heading out to this venue for a show, including camping and shading recommendations, what to bring and how you can entertain yourself in between acts.

🏆 Get my "Top 5 of the Line Up" band performance reviews for Dark Star Jubilee 2024

Don't forget to check out the additional planning resources and reviews available for VIP content on the neighborhood! 👇

https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/

🔎 Additional Links Mentioned

https://darkstarjubilee.com/

https://allgoodpresentslivemusic.com/

https://legendvalleymusic.com/

https://g.co/kgs/LCeRX32 (Google Maps Venue Location)

https://www.lostlandsfestival.com/

https://bit.ly/greensky-with-holly-bowling-jamebase

https://bit.ly/inside-the-musicians-brain-podcast (Chris Pandolfi, Infamous Stringdusters, Produced by Osiris Media)

https://bit.ly/daniel-donato-podcast-episode-40

🔆 Episode Highlights

00:00 - Music festival podcast with tips and visuals.

03:16 - Use chalk blocks when parking trailer safely.

07:26 - Check out Liz M's drone video of Legend Valley

10:27 - Leveling RV for festival stage hookups explained.

17:54 - Holly Bowling wows crowd at late night show.

21:37 - Dark Star Jubilee festival offers entertainment, food, vip options.

23:46 - Dinosaurs at festival; easy entrance and camping.

27:02 - Respect the land, missing drum circles.

📣 Quotable

The Magic of Legend Valley: "And what's nice about. About Legend Valley, if you get there on the right month, the moon actually rises behind the stage, right? So you get the full lighting effect, but then you see the moon coming up right behind the stage and you could see through the back of the stage and it's very picturesque with, you know, the rolling Ohio hills behind the stage."

— Neighbor N8 :22:47

In this episode of the Music Festivals Podcast, I'm joined by singer-song writer Ed McGee to discuss his musical journey and the bands he's been a part of. From his early days in Columbus Ohio to his move back to Vermont and work on his current projects. Ed shares a lot of cool stories about his career in music. We also talk about his upcoming reunion appearance at the Lazy Jam 6 Festival in Harstville, IN with One Under.

- Ed McGee's background and his introduction to the music scene

- The evolution of Ed's musical career, from Local Color to Hookah and One Under

- Collaborations with talented musicians like Steve Sweeney and many others

- The process of songwriting and the creation of the Alexander trilogy

- Ed's picks for his most memorable music festivals he's attended and play at

Episode Links & Resources 👀

💨 Hookahville

Fall Hookahville, August 30 – September 1 at J&M Ranch in Ansonia, Ohio https://www.hookahville.com/

https://www.hookahville.com/about-hookahville/

https://www.davidschwartzphoto.com/The-Citizens-of-Hookahville

🏕️ Lazy Jam #6 – 09/19/2024 - 09/22/2024 Lazy Acres Hartsville, IN

https://www.instagram.com/lazyjam1/

https://www.facebook.com/lazyjam1/about

https://www.facebook.com/events/727644966009587/?active_tab=discussion

Tickets 👉 https://www.cincyticket.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=6611

Schedule 👀

Gates at Noon on 9/19/24 Music at 9:00 PM

Gates at Noon on 9/20/24 Music at 3:00 PM

Gates at 9 AM on 9/21/24 Music at 12:00 PM

This Music Festival is open to all ages

Ticket prices for a limited time to $75 – $30 off the gate price of $105.

DM your pal OJ Wilson on the Facebooks for more info and to get the offer

🤟 Ed with ekoostik hookah

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNrmQujwG7E

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RK7e7PD7rVQ

🎸Ed with OneUnder

https://www.clevescene.com/music/one-under-1506056

https://bit.ly/3Sy1SRw

🎸 Ed's Work & Merch

https://edmcgee.com/

https://edmcgee.com/lyrics

https://edleamerch.square.site/

https://www.instagram.com/mcgee_ed

https://www.facebook.com/ed.mcgee.5

🎨 Lea Wells Art

https://www.leawells.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lea_wells

https://www.facebook.com/LeaWellsArt/

🏞️ Together & Everywhere

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-HrRCaPwzU