RAW Music Endeavors, LLC

09/28/2024

Mick Sterling and the Stud Brothers tonight and tomorrow at Crooners! If you'd like to see and hear what a piece of my handiwork can do in the hands of a great organ player like Mark Lickteig, can me see the show! What a killer band. This is going to be fun!

07/27/2024

View from the office today. Can't say I've ever worked a show on a gigantic riverboat/yacht that's been converted into a mobile recording studio and music venue! Yes, that's the river right outside that window by the B-3 What a cool project! Gig was sponsored by KBEM Jazz 88.5. right at the public dock near the St. Paul Yacht Club marina. How very cool!

12/01/2023

Client two of three I'm working for while I'm here just gave me a $200 tip, in cash, and I've not even finished his work yet!! I must've done something right along the way, because this "being flown to Hawaii in winter" for my skills is all right by me. 😎🤘🎶

11/22/2023

This was a truly epic night of music, with incredible friends and awesome patrons! Let's do it again sometime

“Making dreams come true” inadvertently became the theme of the day at The Fitzgerald Theater last weekend. I will hold the memory’s of that show with me for all of my days. Heatbox and I had creative visions that came to life and we are so very grateful for all of you who help make that happen everyday 🙏🙏

Heatbox, it’s an honor to work with you and for you!! I proudly call you my brother. You nailed it. You did it! And now we can show the world what your album & show “Hilarious & Epically Legendary” is all about!!

To the Mark Joseph road crew, you guys are the best!! Thank for you keeping our whole operation moving and always thinking on your feet as we navigate the daily challenges. MVPs go out to Nick Long, Steve Hyres, Steph Devine, Brent Bowman you guys were critical in pulling this show off, thank you!! I could not have done it without you!!

The American Soul Band and The Northside Horns, all of you bring this music to life. Thank you for caring and being there, solid as a rock. It’s an honor to share the stage with you.

Steve McCormick, my producer, writer, dear friend, you are such an incredible talent. Thank you for riding with me as we chase down these dreams, songs and inspirations. Its been an amazing ride from The Muse to the Peach and I can’t wait to see what’s next!! Also a huge shout out to your amazing partner / vocalist and sound healer Heather Donavon who’s amazing voice is a huge part of the sound.

Stanley "the Baron" Behrens, so blessed to have you along on this journey. You inspire me every time work together and your energy, wisdom and tenacious spirit are unparalleled. It was a dream with make a record with you and you helped make that dream come true. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

First Avenue & 7th St Entry & The Fitzgerald Theater teams, you are amazing and leaders in the industry. Sonia, Nate, Ashley, James and team, thank you believing in us and helping make these dreams possible!!

Elephants and Flowers Media, Krista you work so hard to help us spread the word about our albums and appearances, we appreciate you so much and we are proud to have you on the team!! One of the hardest working and consistent people I’ve ever worked with. We appreciate you so much!!

Film & Photo Crew, you guys helped us bring this thing to the world and captured everything with such grace. Truly inspiring, Nate Way, Tim McG, Adam Grundhoefer, Robert Hilstrom, Erick Sommers, Galen Higgins, Mike Be, Jesse Brodd, Brian Skalak, you guys killed it!!

My dear Friend Dr. Turner Berg, you had me in tears before I even walked on stage!! Your guidance, encouragement and Brothership are a North Star in my world and I’m always thankful for you.

Thanks to my buddy Melvin Seals for making the journey to MN to be with us on this very special night! And thank you for joining me for “Deep Ellum Blues” on the album, I will cherish this recording for all-time. I look forward to our next adventure!! Let’s make an album!!

Thanks to kj's hideaway, Debbie Center Piano Music and The Northside Horns for coming through and making the After Party a swinging hot spot!! Damn that was fun!

Thanks for our sponsors and partners, Big River Pizza, Clarity, Lakeville Brewing Co., Vig Guitars, The Steeple on Main and Mike Be, Acoustic Remedy, Bose, Wentworth Screen Printing, Inc., Vital, Copy Cats , RAW Music Endeavors, LLC, Second Sight Visuals Infinitree Media Audio-Visual Happy Birthday Janis, Al Cupp, Northern Lights Resort, Springhill Inn and Suites, Kristina Kelly, Last Waltz Tribute - Big Pink, The Big Wu, Eclipse Music, Jam in the Stream, MixedHype Media, Ali Bench and of course the Northfield Army of family and friends who represent so big for us always, I love you so!!

Your grateful friend,

Mark Joseph



Photo by Grundy Photo

12/19/2022

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Fast response times are a necessity when the gig is happening and the Leslie doesn't work. Ricky Peterson called me today at 3:45 and I was at the Dakota in less than one hour. Got Ricky all fixed up and the under-maintenanced Dakota Leslie back up to spec. Show starts at 7, if you're looking for something to do tonight, go check out the Peterson family Christmas show. It's going to be great!

12/09/2022

Twin Cities area Church community! The schedule is stacking up quickly, so if you have any needs coming into the Christmas holiday please be sure to give me a call ASAP and get on my schedule so we can serve your needs.

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