Strung Out 258: THE BAND CALLED CHARLIE OTTO

Send us Fan MailStrung Out Episode 258 interviews Charlie Otto, a Chicago singer-songwriter, who has been part of a myriad of bands such as This Must be the Band and DJ no DJ.  A seasoned performer, Otto has played alongside many amazingly talented people including some of his musical idols, like Umphrey’s McGee and members of King Crimson and Smashing Pumpkins.   What's intriguing about Otto is that he currently has set that aside in a quest for creating music as a solo musician.  Adept at the technology that is pushing music, "Charlie Otto and his gear" is not a one-man band, but a band of one man.  Complete songs that are instantly complimented by a visual video experience, it is Otto's desire to immerse the audience into his musical world as more than participants, but fellow travelers.  Otto describes how he came to this latest exploration of his talents in this interview. He and Martin talk about the complexities of being an independent musician in a rapidly changing world of audience, streaming, touring, creating and ultimately, surviving.  His website is www.charlieotto.comSupport the showWe are always grateful to have you listening to STRUNG OUT.    Here are some important links:SUPPORT THE SHOW:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MartyfineaKMARTIN'S WEBSITE:http://www.MARTINMcCORMACK.COM  (note---you can get my weekly bulletin when you sign up on the list!)MARTIN'S MUSIC: Music | Martin Laurence McCormack (bandcamp.com)Martin McCormack | SpotifyMARTIN'S YOUTUBE CHANNELMartin McCormack - YouTubeFACEBOOKFacebook...