Giving Thanks: 6 Months of the FUSE
We're thankful for new collaborators and a rising scene
Today marks six months since the launch of the FallstownFUSE, and with the holiday season approaching, I thought this was a good time to reflect.
So far in 2023, I have taken nearly 20,000 photos in Wichita Falls, including shots of more than 100 musical artists and other performers. The talent in our city is, I believe, uncommonly good, and as an older man starting over at life, the music in this city saved me. Seriously. I personally give thanks for the scene.
Now, we find TheFUSE at the six month mark, and friends have begun to join in the effort. I have been fortunate to meet some talented, like-minded collaborators, all of whom have made TheFUSE better than what it was.
We’ve been lucky to work with longtime Wichita Falls music photographer Ernest Cooper, who took a photo of Escape Goats’ Melissa Oden-Williams that is, in my opinion, one of the best photos I've seen this year.
Likewise, Rob Ratliff stepped up and offered his skills as an interviewer, then nailed it with his first piece — a chat with a reinvented New Realm. Rob and I agree, it’s the start of something great at theFUSE.
There are others working behind the scenes, in not-so-visible roles, too, but we all have one thing in common — we’re doing it for the love of the music, and we give thanks for the opportunity to be a voice in the community. Please join us.
As we enter the holidays and approach a new year, I’d like to encourage you to remember your local artists and musicians. Buy from a local artist for the holidays. When your family comes to visit, make sure you get some tickets and reserve a free table to a show at the Iron Horse. It will make for an unforgettable holiday celebration. Or, take ‘em to an Open Mic at Legends, or to standup comedy with Mitch Burrow’s Liquid Laughs, December 2nd at 9th Street Studios. Or to an acoustic show at one of our wineries.
Is there any better way to make memories with your loved ones?
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You've lit a fire in this scene and it's contagious. Everyone wants to be featured on the Fuse!! Thank you for taking notice of all the great talent this town has to offer. Happy 6 months and to many more!!