Hi Everyone!
  

       Im writing this blog to let everyone know that I am currently seeking back-up musicians for my band. At this time I am only looking for a guitarist, and a bassist. PLEASE ONLY SERIOUS INQUIRES! The following is the critiera that must be met by anyone applying for the job.


*Must be able to play his/her instrument VERY WELL.

*Must be serious about a career in music

*Must have the time, patience, and devotion to succeed.

*Must be able to go on the road for an extended period of time and be able to support themselves in everyway.

*Must have their own equiment.

*Must be able to take artistic direction.

*Must work well with others.

 Please know that Im open to anyone applying. But please, ONLY SERIOUS INQUIRES. Please note the style of music I play. If that is a genre you're interested in playing PLEASE EMAIL ME AT jonathangluck@hotmail.com . Please use this email if you're interested applying.

 Thanks everyone! I can't wait to start playing with you.

Peace,

-JonathanGluck
jonathangluck@hotmail.com

Hello everyone,

    You know, I had big plans that I wanted to accomplish today. I recently entered into a contest through myspace to win record contract with myspace records(Im sure you've all got at least one message from a random band asking you to vote for them). I had planned on promoting all day. Trying to get as many votes as I could because up until two hours ago I really wanted to win. But, while I was outside sitting on my front steps I began to think.. "Why do I want this so bad?" Of course the obvious answer that I came up with was "Well im a singer-songwriter. What better way for me to further my career than to get a record deal?" Granted that is true, at least to some degree. But, I decided to dive a little deeper into that question. And heres everything I came up with.

   I wanted to win because if I did I would feel like I wouldnt have to try. Let me elaborate. It doesnt matter if you're Bob Dylan, Bono, Michael Jackson, or who ever. Every songwriter has that moment where they say aloud or in their mind "Am I really that good? Am I really gonna make it? What happens if I dont?" And the reason we ALL ask our selfs those questions is because of fear. Whether its fear of failure, fear of the unknown, or just the fear of putting yourself out there for the world to see. And thats what happen to me. I asked myself all the above mentioned and became worried. Then I got the email about this "Record Deal Contest" And I felt like my problems were solved. I said "I'll just spend every free moment of every day promoting the hell out of myself and I'll win then all my problems will be solved". I was so scared of ACTUALLY TRYING to make it on my own that I jumped on the first chance to take the easy way out. I think a big part in why I have been experiencing all this fear lately is because of certain things that I have been envolved with. These "things"(and i'll let your mind wonder as to what the "things" im speaking of actually are. You'll never guess its not the obvious,lol.) changed me little... and now I see that it wasnt for the best. My personal life has taken big hit, my relationship with God has suffered terribly, and my over all mind set is not what it used to be. But what I miss the most is the relationship I used to have with God. Im not entirely sure if I ever made it widly known with my audience that I am a christian. Well because of the media and other liberal outlets the word "christian" has got a really bad rap now. I dont want you to think Im one of those "Holy rolers" that every chance I get im gonna slap you in the face with a bible and tell you that you're going to hell... thats not me. So, lets just say im a follower of the real Christ. I can remember a time when I was so close to Him that I had no fear. I don't know many people in their 20's(if any) that wish they could go back to being 17 again(no pun intended for all you Zac Efron fans). All I cared about was following Him and building my relationship with Him, everything else just fell into place. Somewhere along the road I let the fear in and started to embrace it. I did it to myself and tried my hardest to pass the blame. But, now I see that its no ones fault but my own.

    So, im not going to worry about this contest. No bulletins, no mass emails, nothing. Its time I stop worry so much about the little things in life. So what, I dont have a lot of money, Im not dating. Who cares! In the big picture all of this stuff is so trivial. If I never sell or make another record in my life... so what. If its meant to happen than it will. Im going to start working my way back...


   Thank you to all of you who took the time to read this. And thanks for letting me get this off my chest. You're welcome to do the same to me anytime. I love all my fans!

  Thanks again!

Peace,

-Jonathan Gluck

Hey everyone!

        Well..it's been a while since I posted anything so, I figured I would write a blog to bring you all up to speed. The record was released back in September and the response has been pretty good so far....could be better. To those of you who have bought the record a thousand times thank you! To those of you who havent....What the heck!?... im kidding of course : ) All of you have been incredible, and have shown me so much support. I cant think you enough for that.

      I guess I would'nt be doing my job as a struggling musician if I didnt do a couple of shameless plugs for my record so...... Im on iTunes go here -->

. I'm also on Amazon mp3, Rhapsody, Napster, eMusic, etc. I take paypal as well...you can find the link on my page in my "About Me" section.

   On to other news.... Some of you might have heard this but to those who havent. I've been getting alot of air-time on hundreds of college radio stations across the country. So.....if you're in college(or listen to college radio) drop me a line, tell me where you go to school. More than likely your station is playing my record or has a copy of it. And, if you have heard it...call and request it!!!  This is still in the works but the same company(Tinderbox Music) that has helped me with my radio campagin is now working on licensing my music to a few television companys(MTV, VH1, ABC Family). God willing I hope it works out...

    More news! I'M MOVING!!!! to Dallas/Ft. Worth TX to be exact! I've been a Florida boy my whole life so, it's really exciting to be moving so far away. The town I currently call home(Chipley Fl.) is where I grew up and spent my entire life minus the one year I lived in Tallahassee. Chipley isnt much....a couple of fast food joints, three traffic lights, and a Wal-Mart. But, I was blessed with the opportunity to move and im jumping all over it! I cant wait to see what God has in store for me in TX.

  Well dear friends....thats pretty much what I've been doing! What about you!?!? I wanna know whats going on with you so...send a message, or leave me a comment! and PLEASE! Buy the record..... : )

Peace,

-JG ........Also, whos been keeping up with The Office?? I know I have... This season is a good one!