Writer’s block is real. Like, really real. And yeah, I know—I’ve been cranking out blog posts like wildfire the last couple months, and anyone following might say, “It’s cool, Chad. Take a break.”
But here’s the thing: if you’re serious about building something, consistency matters. And when you hit a wall—whether it’s with writing or producing—you gotta find a way through.
For what it’s worth, I’m not blocked in the studio. I’ve got remixes on deck—one for a Prognosis artist, another for an RH Records artist—and ideas are flowing. I’m ready to knock those out.
But on the blogging side? I hit a pause. Not because there’s nothing to say, but because I’m in that weird in-between moment—between weddings, between gigs, between phases. The big wave starts this weekend. Wedding season. Gigs every weekend. Konnexion. More bookings after that. I’m playing almost everything I’m putting on through summer. But right now? I’m restless.
And while I’m sitting here stewing, one big thought keeps slapping me in the brain: what if I just start throwing pop-up house music shows?
Pop-Up Raves? Nah. Pop-Up Community Sets? Maybe.
I’m talking quick. Dirty (not that kind of dirty…). All-ages. Unadvertised. Barebones but intentional.
Not raves. Not parties. Not about getting wasted or turning up. Just: “Hey, I’m bringing a controller and a little sub to Freeman Park. Gonna play for an hour at sunset. Show up if you want. No charge.”
It’s more like busking than a rave. No flyers. No tickets. No money. Just good music, played for whoever shows up. Maybe a QR code pointing to my Linktree so people can find the Southeast Idaho House Music Collective group. That’s it.
You see these pop-up things trending in other cities, and I’ve wondered why they haven’t taken off here. I think it comes down to three big barriers:
- Fear of cost – But there is none. I’m not spending a dime beyond gas and my time.
- Legal concerns – This isn’t illegal. It’s not for money. It’s not disruptive (as long as we’re smart).
- Sound – Let’s be honest: bass music ain’t built for this in Idaho Falls. House music is.
I’ve got a 400-watt sub that’ll carry about 50–100 feet around me. That’s perfect. Enough to vibe, not enough to bother the whole neighborhood. If it gets shut down? We shut it down. No drama.
Why Do It?
It’s brand building. Pure and simple. Content. Community. Awareness.
We don’t have enough low-barrier, no-cost ways to showcase what we do. And this? This is one. A good one.
Imagine you get a text or DM: “Hey, tonight. Freeman Park. 8:30 to 9:30. Deep progressive house. Sunset set. No stress, just vibes.”
Would you go?
Would You Come?
Legit question. Would you show up to something like that? If I did one on an upcoming Friday? Just to vibe, hang, and zone out for an hour with a killer sunset and some deep, hypnotic house grooves?
I might just try it. No flyers. No clout-chasing. Just sound, space, and community.
Let me know if you’d be there.