Swift

What are the steps to success? 
Do what you love. 
Keep doing what you love. 
Keep going. 

About Hanna PK
Hanna PK is a solid pianist, soulful vocalist, and vibrant performer, born and raised in South Korea, currently residing in Rochester, NY. She plays a wide variety of the blues & swing, old school folk, and boogie-woogie. She has a dynamic songwriting style - ranging from a funky tune with socially conscious lyrics to a mournful slow blues, from a pop-edged ballad to an uplifting swinging number, and from barrelhouse boogie to jazz. Her seemingly sweet and soft-spoken appearance often leads to surprise when hearing her rich, resonating voice that goes from a whisper to belting with intensity. Her piano style is much more lyrical and imaginative than simply repeating so-called “licks”, though she knows when to toss them in the mix for a thrill, and is always in the groove. And what draws the audience closer to her heartfelt, honest music are her genuine passion, and the originality that comes from within.

In November 2021, She released her debut album on the VizzTone Label with Booga Music of internationally-known bluesman, Kenny Neal. Though Kenny had met her in Memphis, and during his tour in upstate New York, what got his attention to sign her to his label was a video of hanna’s performance on a Curtis Jones’ song “Decoration Day Blues” that she recorded in her U-Haul storage room. Debuted at #13 on Billboard’s US Blues chart, since its release, the album has been played all over the U.S. and the world.

But words, and even recorded samples, cannot fully convey the essence of Hanna’s ''music — to really understand it and feel it, you have to hear her perform live. Her music continues to evolve and reflects the very moment she is living in — the happenings and vibe in the room, the reactions of her listeners, the musical contributions of each band member, and even the events of the week in the world, all combine to inspire a new and different performance of each song. As is the case with all true blues performers, she works from and in the tradition of the music while bringing her own stamp of creativity and originality to it. Her music tells a story, sometimes an age-old one, but she tells it in her way from her perspective, which in turn informs and expands our experience.

Follow Hanna 
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The Process Episode Eleven | Hanna PK: Do What You Love and Success Will Come

Featuring the powerhouse vocal tandem of Chelsea ViaCava and Nik Greeley, Swift Technique is releasing two new singles, “Lucky Bump” and “Reason to Be” to add to an ever-growing recording catalogue.
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releases February 13, 2017 
Chelsea ViaCava - Lead Vocals 
Nik Greeley - Lead Vocals 
Jake Leschinsky - 5 string electric bass 
Andy Bree - guitars 
Johnny Perry - drum-kit & percussion 
Greg Rosen - trumpet, background vocals 
Jason O'Mara - tenor saxophone 
Ian Gray - trombone 
Jay Davidson - keyboards, background vocals 



Music and Lyrics: Swift Technique, LLC © 2017 All Rights Reserved 
Executive Production: Swift Technique 
Produced by: Swift Technique, Jay Davidson and Joe Baldacci 
Recorded at The Farm - West Chester, PA 
Recording Engineer: Eric Tait 
Mixing Engineer: Joe Baldacci 

Single Design: Chris McElroy / Swift Technique

Reason To Be

In this edition, I have a candid conversation with Chelsea ViaCava, Greg Rosen, and Jake Leschinsky of Philadelphia Pennsylvania's Swift Technique.  This goofy conversation was recorded live at Disc Jam Music Festival! 
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25) Swift Technique w/ Chelsea ViaCava, Greg Rosen, and Jake Leschinsky

Check Out The NYSMusic article! https://nysmusic.com/2017/10/07/music-craft-beer-food-a-finger-lakin-good-time/

In this episode, I preview the Lincoln Hills "Finger Lakin' Good" Fall Fest
Canandaiguai, NY. In this preview, we listen to The Eric Krasno Band, Floodwood, Dirty Blanket, and Aaron Lipp and Yarms. I look forward to seeing you all at The Lincoln Hills “Finger Lakin’ Good” Fall Fall Festival on October 14th! If you’re listening to this preview after the fest... See you next year!
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00:00: Eric Krasno Band- Waiting On Your Love
03:32: Introduction
07:25: Eric Krasno Band- Blood From A Stone
10:54: Floodwood- North Country Winds
14:57: Floodwood- Whiskey After Breakfast
18:39: Dirty Blanket- My Getaway
24:42: Dirty Blanket- Dead Or Alive
30:53: Aaron Lipp and the Slacktones- Catching That Train (ft. Oliver Wood) 
35:20: Aaron Lipp and the Slacktones- Weary Bones
39:26: Conclusion
41:22: Eric Krasno Band- Jezebel
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Information directly quoted from event page:
Join us for the first annual "Finger Lakin' Good Fall Fest" at beautiful Lincoln Hill Farms on route 247 above CMAC in Canandaigua, NY. Bring the family and enjoy local foods, visiting craft breweries, and a world class lineup of bands. The music kicks off at noon and runs until 8pm. Take 5&20 in Canandaigua past East Lake Road and turn right on Rt. 247 just past Naked Dove Brewery. The Farm is a half mile down on the right.

Our "Hops Yard Stage" will feature : 
ERIC KRASNO BAND
DIRTY BLANKET
FLOODWOOD  
PEARLY BAKER'S BEST
AARON LIPP & YARMS  
WORKINGMAN’S DEAD
BADFEET 
...AND MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED!

FINGERLAKINGOOD.FARM
Advance tickets $15 available here: http://bit.ly/lincolnhill
Children 12 & Under - Free

Camping Nearby: 
KOA 
http://koa.com/campgrounds/canandaigua/
CAMPING IN THE WOODS
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FLINT CREEK CAMP GROUND
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43) Finger Lakin' Good Fall Fest Preview

Here is the audio from The Rochester Minimalists Meeting: Minimize Your Wardrobe. 11/6/17

Audio takes a minute to adjust at the begin as everyone gets comfortable.  Enjoy!

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The Rochester Minimalists presents "Minimize Your Wardrobe." A group of three panelists will discuss the capsule wardrobe concept and other alternatives to reducing your closet chaos, as well as tips on how to curb your urge to shop! 

This event will take place at Dress For Success, a non-profit aimed at empowering women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. The organization has agreed to allow us to use their space in exchange for a donation. Contributions of any amount are encouraged, but not required!

About the panelists:
Andrea Bonawitz is the sole Personal Image Consultant behind Andrea Bonawitz Image Consulting. She is also the stylist owner of Parlour, a boutique hair salon in the Rochester Neighborhood of the Arts. Her passion is educating and empowering women to create their own personal style identity. 

As a new homeowner, young mom, business owner, and lover of small, perfectly planned spaces, Andrea has been putting her ability to organize and minimize to the test this year. She spends her down time fashion/beauty blogging and treasure hunting for vintage/consignment fashion and furniture. You can follow her tips and explorations on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/andreabonawitz/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Andrea-Bonawitz-Image-Consulting-235933659821334/) and her blog Andrea Styles (http://www.andreabonawitzstyling.com/new-blog-1/). 

Justine Smith is the creator, editor and writer of the blog The Thrifty Girl's Guide (http://www.thethriftygirlsguide.com/). Her spending habits waver somewhere between a raging shopaholic and a cautious penny pincher. A wannabe minimalist with a weakness for polka dots, she's gradually reducing her wardrobe by striving for quality over quantity. She's a vegan, obsessed with Taylor Swift, and just like Nick Miller, she likes getting older because she's finally aging into her personality. 

Sarah Facci has been an aspiring minimalist for 5 years. She got started on the wardrobe downsizing journey after getting involved in the community surrounding the blog Recovering Shopaholic. These days she is focusing more on having a full life than a full closet.

Rochester Minimalists Meeting 11/6/17: Minimize Your Wardrobe

Your host, Ben Albert was inspired to record this riff after attending a Rochester Minimalists meeting on "Decluttering The Mind" with Chelsea Muth, MA and Victor Bucklew, PhD.  In this meeting, we received an introduction to MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction).  In this episode, I reflect on my experience at this meeting and connect it to my personal experience with music.
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45) Mindfulness And Music

Lost Dog Street Band Live at Flour City Station 5/23/2018, Full Set.
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Lost Dog Street Band Live at Flour City Station 5/23/2018, Full Set.

In this episode, I have an incredibly raw casual conversation with West End Blend's vocalist Erica Bryan, Drummer Sam Horan, and Bassist Tom Sullivan.  This was recorded live at Disc Jam Music Festival in Stephentown, NY. We converse about the growth of W.E.B, their side project Booyah, festival collaborations, and far more.  Please do enjoy this conversation with West End Blend.
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00:00: Smile by West End Blend
04:25: Episode Introduction
06:45: Conversation with Erica, Sam, and Tom of West End Blend.
41:20: Episode Conclusion
43:00: Attitude by West End Blend

48)West End Blend

Swift Technique’s latest single, Annawanna, is a classic dancehall anthem with a modern soul twist. The song features the expressive vocal talents of Chelsea ViaCava with a simple yet powerful message of devotion and love. The band’s typically propulsive rhythm section is tighter than ever and the ST horn section provides the punch that drives the tune home. Swift pushes the disco groove into an absolute frenzy before dropping into a sweet and soulful outro that will have you slow dancing with your sweetheart. You’ll want to keep coming back for more with this infectious Summertime jam!

released June 29, 2018 
Chelsea ViaCava - Lead Vocals 
Jake Leschinsky - 5 string electric bass 
Andy Bree - guitars, background vocals 
Johnny Perry - drum-kit 
Greg Rosen - trumpet, background vocals 
Ian Gray - trombone 
Wil Schade: tenor saxophone 
Alex Ayala - keyboards 
Joe Baldacci: percussion, background Vocals 


Music: Greg Rosen and Swift Technique, LLC © 2018 All Rights Reserved 
Lyrics: Greg Rosen and Chelsea ViaCava 
Executive Production: Swift Technique 
Produced by: Swift Technique and Joe Baldacci 
Recorded at Kawari Sound Recording Studio - Wyncote, PA 
Recording/Mixing Engineer: Joe Baldacci 

Single Design: Chris McElroy / Swift Technique

all rights reserved

Annawanna (Radio Edit)

In this episode, I have an exciting conversation with Maddy Walsh and Mike Suave of Ithaca's The Blind Spots, live at The Great Blue Heron Music Festival. Enjoy this raw take and deep thanks to The Great Blue Heron!
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00:00: Animal State by West End Blend
03:40: Episode Introduction
06:27: Conversation with Maddy and Mike of West End Blend
39:00: Episode Conclusion
41:01: Hey Boy by The Blind Spots

49) The Blind Spots w/ Maddy Walsh and Mike Suave

Full Show notes at: Rochestergroovecast.com/podcast/grassroots2018
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This is the honorary 50th episode of the Rochester Groovecast Podcast! The topic of this episode is the 28th Annual Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance! This is my absolute favorite music festival of the year, and in this episode, I reflect on why I love Grassroots so damn much. Topics include a story of my first ever Grassroots in 2009, reflecting on all the amazing bands i've seen and moments i've spent at Grassroots, a rant on my experience at this year's festival, and a Grassroots' influence on Rochestergroovecast and my life in general. The episode also plays music by Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, Dakha Brakha, and The Wood Brothers. This episode serves as an intimate reflection on music, festival life, love, and most importantly, The Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance!
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00:00: Happy Grassroots Introduction
01:30: Grassroots Reflection Part 1
12:05: Matter Of Time by Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings
15:25: Grassroots Reflection Part 2
33:23: Carpathian Rap by Dakha Brakha 
38:24: Grassroots Reflection Part 3 
45:02: Shoofly Pie by The Wood Brothers
48:52: Episode Conclusion
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50) Grassroots Music Festival 2018

I jumped at the bit when I received confirmation to speak with the great Jim Donovan of Rusted Root, and his mastermind project, the Sun King Warriors. On a windy festival evening, Jim and I chatted about music creation, teaching, passion, and his growth and story as a professional musician. Not everything was always pretty for Jim and this conversation really touches on some of the peaks and valleys in the life of a traveling musician.

This episode was recorded live at The Great Blue Heron Music Festival in Sherman, NY.
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Timestamp:
00:00: Oolalala by Jim Donovan & Sun King Warriors
03:45: Episode Introduction
06:00: Conversation With Jim Donovan
29:20: Episode Conclusion
31:30: Blend Into It by Jim Donovan & Sun King Warriors

51) Jim Donovan

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25) Swift Technique w/ Chelsea ViaCava, Greg Rosen, and Jake Leschinsky

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