July 2026
Makin noise and teachin folks
Summer will be setting
I hope you’re enjoying the outdoors in between smoke episodes! I had a great outdoor gig at sunset. We got some shows all over Washington coming up before things start cooling off. Check out the calendar below for dates in your area.
— Kai
▶ Quick Look
This Month at a Glance
📌 Here’s what’s in this update
- New Music — “Shaniko” with Michael Trew is out now. I played the drums. Stay tuned for more releases in the near future.
- Feature Story — Radio Rewind played the Highline HS Class of ’76 reunion and it was our best crowd of the summer. Full story below.
- Four Shows — Psychic Cat, Radio Rewind, and The Drive Through — Tacoma, Olympia, Snohomish, and Seattle. Last run of the summer. Come out.
📰 Updates
What’s Going On
Makin things happen
Four Shows Left — August 13 Through 27
The waning sunset of the summer calendar is here. Psychic Cat hits Tacoma on the 13th and Olympia on the 14th, Radio Rewind closes it out in Snohomish on the 15th, and The Drive Through wraps the whole thing up at Ghostfish Brewing in Seattle on the 27th. All the details are revealed below.
The Buy-4-Get1 Referral Deal
Know someone who’s been thinking about drum lessons? Send them my way! After the first four lessons a referred student books, they get one free. It’s my ongoing thank-you for helping spread the word. I’ll toss a lesson your way as well. Referrals are what it’s all about to build a vibrant community.
Summer Lesson Spots Still Open
I have a couple of openings for new students this summer — great time to start if you’ve been on the fence, or a great time to get a quick refresher if it’s been a while. Lessons are available in person or online. Reach out and let’s find a time that works. One lesson, or ongoing–all are welcome.
📣 Announcements
Announcements
A few things worth mentioning:
👉 “Shaniko” – New Release from Michael Trew
The new release “Shaniko” from Michael Trew just landed, and it features my drums. He and I have been jamming in a couple different projects and we’ve been discussing recording some ideas. I’m glad it came to fruition, and a few more are on the way as well. We have some shows coming up as Michael Trew with Psychic Cat, so keep your eye on the calendar if you want to hear more. https://michaeltrew1.bandcamp.com/track/shaniko
👉The Drive Through
We don’t play often, so this 27th will be a great night to enjoy some dinner and good times. We have some other shows cooking in the future, so stay tuned. If you haven’t checked out our recent singles, now is a great chance to get acquainted before the show.
📅 Events
Enjoy Live Music
Four shows left to close out the summer. Come find me and say hi.
| Date | Event Name | Location / Link | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 13 | Michael Trew with Psychic Cat | Bob’s Java Jive · Tacoma, WA | 8:00 pm · 21+ · 2102 S. Tacoma Way |
| August 14 | Michael Trew with Psychic Cat | Pig Bar · Olympia, WA | 8:00 pm · 619 Legion Way SE |
| August 15 | Radio Rewind | The Oxford Saloon · Snohomish, WA | 8:30 pm · 21+ · 913 1st St |
| August 27 | The Drive Through | Ghostfish Brewing Company · Seattle, WA | 6:00 pm · All ages · 2942 1st Ave. S. |
🌟 Feature Story
Sometimes the best gigs aren’t the biggest ones.
The Class of ’76 Knows How to Party
Radio Rewind at the Highline HS Class of ’76 reunion — the crowd knew every word. 📸
We played an outdoor show for the Highline High School Class of ’76 reunion might have been the most fun Radio Rewind gig of the summer. There’s something about playing for a crowd that grew up with this music that adds an extra energy and reminds us why we rock!
📊 Metrics
By the Numbers
Here’s a fun snapshot of where things stand as I head deeper into summer.
| 35 Years Behind the Kit | ~27 Broken cymbals | ~640 Broken Sticks | ~2,300 Dropped Sticks |
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