Fuelin Roadie

Stubbs Waller Creek Amphitheatre is another great venue in Austin.  Not only can you watch a great band play but you can eat some good BBQ at the same time!  Great bands, acoustics, and awesome location for some foodie stops. Kebabalicious:  Need some good food at a late hour?  Kebabalicious is open till 3 am [...]

The Beaumont Club, Sidecar at the Beaumont, and Backyard at the Beaumont equals three venues rolled into one.  Each one offers their own lineup of musicians and there seems to be something for everyone.  Sidecar at the Beaumont offers a club type atmosphere featuring DJs.  Backyard at the Beaumont is an outside concert venue and [...]

If not, you should be!  Sippin’ Smart is a new website that shares fun cocktails that are lower in calories and healthier than their traditional recipes. Everyone can use a little of that these days!  We have talked about alcohol numerous times, discussing the pros and cons of the tasty fermented beverage.  Now you can [...]

Haven’t you heard? America has a problem with salt intake…amongst other things. Where do you think we get all that salt? The shaker Canned products Packaged products Fast food Eating out Mom’s casserole dishes Truth…all of the above, but the biggest culprits are the processed foods and eating out.  Clearly, musicians are exposed to none [...]

The heat is rising…everywhere else besides San Diego!  However, with the temperatures inching their way closer to triple digits it is even more important to hydrate.  Remember, hydration is essential for a couple key reasons: 1. Vocals–keeping your harmony in check and cotton mouth at bay 2. Muscle recovery–if you are feeling sore step it [...]

The Bluebird in Bloomington, Indiana is popular spot known for its cheap beer and its long lineup of live music.  Nestled in a college town this venue has its fair share of students and locals coming in especially on those 15-cent beer nights.  From cover bands to a touring group there are a variety of [...]

It’s clear that many folks in the South enjoy their meat. Often, I am unfairly accused of wanting to place people on some boring diet full of tofu and spinach.  How unfair!  The stereotype stops here! Honestly, there’s no reason you cannot continue to enjoy your choice of beef, venison, pork, or other favorite flesh-based [...]

I’m talking about the good tunes found at the Wareham Opera House in Manhattan, KS! They may be in the midst of a spring-cleaning right now but their 2011 event schedule is getting full! If you do find yourself in Manhattan or playing at the Wareham there are some great foodie stops.  From breakfast to a [...]

Your Need is My Niche! Pre-Tour Fuel: Learn to eat like a star! Nutrition Screening for each band member Teleconferences series (3 – 15 minute teleconferences with you to best meet your needs on the road) Performance Fuel for the tour Tour Check Up—Group or Individual Call mid-way through tour Teleconference Series Road Fuel–Savvy roadside [...]

Have you ever suffered from the onset of cramps?  The kind that creep up your leg or seize your hamstring out of the blue?  Cramps can hinder performance and are usually indicative of electrolyte loss.  The more you sweat, the more electrolytes you lose. First, what are electrolytes… Electrolytes are minerals needed by our body [...]