Video

Nobody makes money playing music. Mediocre session dudes gotta sell amps, and pedals to get by. Tory Slusher is the best guitarist in the world, and she avoids Nashville. That says something.

Great solid drumming Aaron. The best, Paul.

$100-$150 + tips for 3-4 hour shift? That's brutal. That's actually what low end bar band guys make per guy in small cities. Something to consider, I'm seeing a lot musicians bailing Nashville

Yup... as far as my only online posts, thy ar pertaining to upcoming tribute band regular & sub gigs, & my dog. Comments are always saying, man, you're busy with different bands & players. This keeps me out front & noticed, whether FB, IG, Threads etc. Even though I'm not endorsed or sponsored, I give a shout out the the various gear suppliers along with short video on where the venue is with the usual gear porn pic or clip. Well the Peterson Tuner guys knows where the tuners I bought from are. Same for amp head, cabs cables & basses & yes I tag these guys & they like it

HELLO From Disney World in Florida ❤ Keep the kitten ❤

Great job, Arron.the best. Paul.

Kara is a very good guitar player!Tanks Kara and the. guys.

You are one of the only people truly documenting this stuff man! This is a unique perspective that more and more people are going to keep wanting to see

Aaron, you’ve captured the heart of an older woman. I appreciate your insight and honesty and I like your drumming. You make it look easy, but it’s work for sure! When you said you are proud of yourself for hanging in there, it melted my heart. Having the loving relationship with the little terror has allowed you to realize just how loveable you are. I hope you aren’t embarrassed by what I’m saying. Just know that I’m old and would be proud to have a son like you. And, if I were a young woman, I’d look you up and give you a hug.

Hot

very cool ! I do the same but rock and metal mostly. did a country fill in once. was a little scary not knowing none of the songs I manages sorta lol

What gear are you using tonight?

Is there a slow season playing on Broadway? Cheers

Really enjoy your vids & insight, Aaron ⚡️

Amazing story 👏♥️

Seventy five year old music lover here. I so enjoy following your journey. Your doing great!

It's a hell of a way to make a living but I'll do it before I'll work ( George Jones. ) I watched you did good 👍👍

Well since I was already practicing / reviewing tunes for my upcoming gigs here, & hooked up to my audio interface & IEM's I joined in playing along. So many tunes I knew, 2-3 I never heard before.My music country musical intuition got me to the necy chord sequences in the bridge... not on the gig no problem but I could be. Greetings from Canada

Swingin' man! The crowd was movin'.

Was in Nashville for a few hours Monday night. Searched broadway for you but didn’t see you. Would love to meet you the next time I’m in town. Thanks for the videos and thanks for sharing your journey. Appreciate your honest thoughts on the mental health struggles of a musician on Lower Broad.

Let Kitty continue to help you heal. He'll offer the unconditional love you'll need, even when relationships with humans falter. It costs money to be a Cat-Dad (I have four, I know) but he will be worth it. Don't give up the journey with him. Let Lisa help while you're on the road for as long as she's willing,. I feel like surrendering him, even to your parents, would be so hard on you. Let Him be a channel to get some of that emotional love and support for yourself. He's a kitty, he takes a lot of patience and effort, but he'll mellow and will become a constant companion... Without so many "zoomies." Best to you, and kitty... I'll keep following. 😻

Just curious if it matters what instrument? Are certain instruments more in demand? I'm guessing Nashville has plenty of everything.

Thank you for sharing your feelings ~ this was very emotional and deeply touching. The kitten is the reason I checked out your CZcams channel weeks ago so hope you know your good deed and connection with him is also doing more for you professionally. That shared, I could tell you were emotionally distant with him not naming him and lack of affection so seeing this video explains a lot. If you do find a better home for him great (and hopefully with another kitten/cat to play with ;-D), but if you truly love him and have people to help when you travel - go that route ♡ I guess it all comes down to whether you want to do the long hard work of loving the kitten or not. We'll see, but no matter what - love yourself, too, and enjoy the ride ~

Great interview. It'd be great to see you get an interview with Jered Ames another great singer on Broadway in Nashville.

He is a special part of your life. He needed you as much as you needed him. He will love you know matter what. Animals always love unconditional. Your story is so heart warming it brought tears to my eyes. We all go through difficult times in our life and all we can do is pick up the pieces and keep smiling. We just put one foot in front of the other and do a lot of praying to God to help us through the rough times. I hope you get things worked out. Your music is awesome. Just don't give him up. He will keep you happy and very entertained

Xox❤

I have no doubt that your kitten was sent to you AND you to him. Continue the loving journey.

Social media gives us a taste of accomplishment but more times than not, without any of the work. I struggle with the same thing and the problem is you’ll never create something for the version of YOU that others CAN relate to when you’re killing yourself to make THEIR version of YOU (for them). We fear we won’t be relatable or that suddenly the gig will be up and the imposter revealed - but - we are all imposters trying to find our way back to our center. Don’t let others being lost lure you away from your center - honestly if you create music that you are proud of, that’ll help others find their centers too.

What a beautiful slice of authenticity and honesty. Your experience and need for external validation is something tons of people will connect with including myself. Thanks again for sharing.

Sweet animals like cats and dogs are a gift from God- we take care of them and then they love us unconditionally in return. You're not "using" him at all- 😆he's simply returning the love you showed for saving him. When I went through a terrible divorce in my early twenties, my animals were an absolutely invaluable source of comfort. Regardless of how long he stays with you- you BOTH are an important chapter in each other's lives.

I think you should name him Rascal. He will love you unconditionally & thats a wonderful thing.🐱

I am from Australia, I never knew about you until I saw you and the handsome kitten. You say you are selfish however you were so very kind in the trouble you took to rescue a kitten in distress. Any man that is kind to animals in my eyes has a kind heart. We all make mistakes in life and we all have to deal with difficult people so do not think you are alone in struggling with realities of life we all face at times. As long as we learn from mistakes that is all we can do. I am so glad you have decided to keep the kitten, he seems to adore you. I look to hearing what name kitty gets and hope you can get enough money for his veterinary costs and your car. I gave a small donation so I hope it helps.

u are smiling more than before that's what matters ❤ always stay this way 😊

Thank You for being so valuable and honest. You are a great person, never doubt that for a second. Sending you a HUG! Your kitten is adorable! You saved the kitten and the kitten saved you.

Thank you for sharing and I'm glad you're able to recognize your demons and derermine where you need to improve and heal in your life. It takes deep introspection to realize this. My need for validation is behind me now. I turned inward and validate myself now. Once we feel that we are enough, there is no need for external validation except from your adorable little terror of a kitty. I hope you keep this sweet little guy because God sent him to you for a reason, perhaps to save your soul.

I think I can relate to your pain for validation

Because you saved him, he will love you so much.

MY HEART. I fostered an orange rescue two years ago and still get to keep in touch with his eventual owner. They find us, y'know? ❤️

You and Kitty can jam together! My Dad was a muso and animals always loved and surrounded him .❤ thank you for looking after 🐈 , they make the best companions. Also, for inspiration, check out the Kiffness Cat. Videos….

Stop over thinking it and keep the kitten. That kitten was sent to you for a reason. As you love the kitten you will learn to see yourself the way that the kitten does. You will learn to forgive yourself and love yourself. There are more important things then running towards acceptance and significance. Find a way to make things work with having this kitten in your life because it will be worth it.

You’ve done a good thing saving this kitten. He loves you and is grateful to you. Keep on healing.

Aaron I think you’re wrong, That cat needed you as much as you needed him.. I think it was meant to be 😎👊🏼 Hang in there brother, we might not know each other personally, but I will say you’re not alone.. We’re in this together,, feel free to reach out anytime you want!

I started out as being afraid of cats. One day a boy kitten chose me, ME of all people. He was of course right. He ended up changing my life in the most profound way possible. He was my best friend for 13 years and letting him go was the most painful experience of my whole life. And short while after another boy kitten chose me and I felt it was too early. But he was adamant about it. And he of course was right too. What I have learned is that when a kitten chooses you he is always right. You might not be able to see it yet, but cats are much wiser than we are. If you doubt yourself, like you seem to do, then trust the kitten to guide you. I promise you the kitten was right for choosing you and you won´t keep him from a better life by keeping him because his best life is with you.

Thanks Aaron for this video.

This was beautiful, brave, and powerful. Thank you for sharing and being so open and genuine. It is clear you are a man of character and that the two of you were meant to be together.

Oh you both look like each other 😍

I never comment on videos. That kitty is yours. Don't think that you aren't the right fit for that little one. The bond is there and your rescuing him, he knows it. But you know what's best if you aren't home often. You'll do what's best for that sweet one. I don't believe it's a distraction or use for validation. Animals are such a good proponent for improving mental health. And the fact that people accidentally came upon your page, well, we all love watching animal videos because they promote joy amongst the craziness of the world. Thanks for sharing your story. ❤ Edit-Just watched the rest of the video! Glad you found someone to watch kitty while you're on the road! I hope you get to keep him!

Extremely powerful video Aaron, thank you for sharing. 🙏

Very cool

Boots on the ground. Well said.