The Scene
The Gable Verse, the Gable Music Ventures blog, is here to bring you the newest and freshest news from the music scene in Delaware and the surrounding area. Our goal is to highlight the artistic diversity and talent in and around the area while encouraging community and support for the arts.
Get To The Gig - The Ladybug Music Festival
The Ladybug Music Festival returns as arguably one of the best block parties in Wilmington, Delaware, on June 2. Presented by Chase, this free, all-ages event from 5 to 10 PM will be hosting musicians from around the country, local artisan vendors, and focusing on the mission of bringing women and non cis men to the forefront of the music scene.
Bandcamp Friday Roundup; May 2023
It’s May and there’s a fresh crop of new local music to listen to for this Bandcamp Friday Roundup. On Bandcamp Fridays, more money is going directly to the artists who deserve it. Stop by and spread a little local love and support if you enjoy it.
Mind Your Music Business: How To Get Your Band Booked
So you’ve got a band together, you’ve written some songs, and you practiced. Now what? It’s time to play a show. Sug Daniel’s gives you 6 basic things you can do to ensure your emails are getting answered and you’re booking shows!
Get To The Gig; The Vinyl Countdown
The Queen is hosting The Vinyl Countdown, a mega event for audiophiles, record collectors and music lovers April 14. With vinyls for sale, local bands, and food, it’s Delaware’s preeminent ‘Record Store Day’ kickoff party - Sug Daniels has more details on #thegableverse!
Bandcamp Friday Roundup; April Showers 2023
Spring has finally sprung and we’re excited to bring some fresh new picks for this month's Bandcamp Friday roundup.
Mind Your Music Business: How To Write The Perfect Band Bio
Mind Your Music Business! Press, media, blogs, venues, and talent buyers all use your band bio, so make it count! Sug Daniels is here with tips and tricks just for that very thing, right on #thegableverse!
Get To The Gig; The Last Hurrah: Jackson Inn’s Celebrating
GetToTheGig on 3/25! We raise our glasses in farewell to one of Delaware’s most iconic and eclectic music venues, Jackson Inn, after over 100 years of serving the community - Sug Daniels has a deeper dive on the Inn…
Bandcamp Friday Roundup; March Madness 2023
We’re celebrating March Madness with back to back hits for another local Bandcamp Friday Roundup!
Singing Through The Pain; How Mariano Mallia beat the odds to continue his musical dream
Sug Daniels interviews Wilmington-raised musician Mariano Mallia about the struggles and successes of his debilitating vocal injury, recovery, and ultimate comeback to the scene - it’s all on the The Gable Verse!
Mind Your Music Business: Establishing a Brand for Your Music Career
A little branding for your music can go a long way, and looking at it from a business perspective can really make a difference in how potential fans can relate and get hooked on you. Here are some ideas…
Get To The Gig! Wilmo Rock Circus 2023 at The Queen
The music circus is coming to town and it’s bigger and badder than ever. Gable Music Venuture’s Wilmo Rock Circus returns to The Queen on February 18 for one night only! Philadelphia Rock and Roll heavy weights Low Cut Connie are headlining a night of spectacular rock and roll featuring some of the best bands from across the region.
The Return of Bandcamp Friday; February 2023
#bandcampfriday is back and #thegableverse has six more local picks ready for you to discover and support - enjoy!
Music to Move The Soul; Interview with Music Maker and Therapist Skyler Cumbia
We chatted with local singer-songwriter and music therapist Skyler Cumbia about how she uses her passion for creating music to bring families together and aid in healing in grief and loss.
Mind Your Music Business: 6 Tips To Getting Your Band Booked
Venues are booking and bands are releasing music - here’s 6 tips on how to get booked from our Youtube Channel!
Best Practice: Getting Into Good Musical Habits for the New Year
We asked some of our hardest working music friends about what they do to stay productive, creative, and moving their business forward in hopes to inspire others for a high-yielding and fruitful 2023.
Gable Music Ventures Staff Picks; Best Musical Moments of 2022!
We thought it would be fun to end the year by sharing some of our staff’s favorite memorable moments. THANK YOU to all our readers and supporters for continuing to go out and experience music first hand, stream tunes from the local bands, and engage with our talented artists. We hope to see you at a show in 2023!
Finding The Secret Song Premiere, Performance & Fundraiser
On the first of the year, a special event is happening at the historic Theatre N in Wilmington. From the creative mind that brought you the album ‘Constellations’ comes the Finding The Secret Song Premiere, Performance & Fundraiser. Expect an evening of …
The Doctor Will See You Now; A Benefit Concert for local legend Doctor Harmonica
Join the famous Doctor Harmonica and his band The Rockett 88 on December 28 at Wilmington’s Tonic Bar and Grill from 6 to 10pm. Some of the state’s best musicians will be lending their talents including Micheal Davis & The Bullets, Rob Perna and the New Kings of Rhythm, Shine A Light Allstars, and more surprise players, all to raise money to help fund medical bills Doctor Harmonica incured while trying to save his puppy.
Christmas Bandcamp Friday 2022
It’s a holiday themed local Bandcamp Fiday lineup for your exploration - it’s the day artists get more of money when you purchase their music or merch on the site, so make sure to check it out.