Archive for 2011

It's the Holiday Season (Interview with Don Nottingham)

Title: It's the Holiday Season
Episode Number: 20

Things have been busy for the SNC FanChat crew over the past few weeks, but we're back and bringing you a jam-packed episode with lots of news and a fantastic interview with SNC baritone and vocal percussionist, Don Nottingham. We're also excited to announce the winner of our Contest #3, and we give you all the answers to the questions we asked. We hope you enjoy this fun episode, and from the SNC FanChat crew, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season!

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Links featured in this episode:
SNCmusic.com

Signed EP and Poster Contest!

Title: Contest #3
Episode Number: N/A

How well do YOU know Straight No Chaser? Correctly answer all the questions to be entered for a chance to win an autographed "Six Pack: Volume 2" EP and poster! Good luck!

  1. How many days did "Holiday Spirits" spend at the #1 slot on Amazon?
  2. How many albums did the original ten members release at Indiana University?
  3. On what holiday did the CEO of Atlantic Records, Craig Kallman, call Randy about meeting the group?
  4. What are the titles of the two original songs composed by the group's leader, Dan Ponce, on the "Holiday Spirits" album?
  5. How many independent albums has the group's Ryan Ahlwardt released?
  6. What Disney character was the group's lead soloist, Jerome Collins, performing as in musicals overseas when Atlantic Records contacted the group?
  7. Which of the group's ten members is a vocal coach and trained studio engineer?
  8. Of what entertainment company is Seggie Isho a co-founder?
  9. What is the name of the Bloomington, Indiana-based original pop-funk quintet band that Michael Luginbill sang lead and played guitar for after performing on Celebrity Cruise Lines?
  10. Which SNC member currently resides in Houston with his wife, Julia, and his son, Hayden?
  11. Which of the members has an MBA in Finance?
  12. Which of the group's members enjoys snow skiing, video production, and cars as favorite pastimes?
  13. Which member produced IUSNC's 6th CD "Another Round"?
  14. How many days did "Holiday Spirits" spend at the top spot overall on iTunes?

*Bonus question worth 5 points*
  • Which annual concert was Don Nottingham and Jerome Collins spotted at earlier this year?

Got the answers? Be sure to send them to us in an email HERE!


Eligibility and Rules
  1. Contest is open to persons of any age.
  2. Only one (1) entry per person will be permitted. (Multiple entries will result in all entries being invalidated.)
  3. The winner will be chosen from all valid entries received. Upon selection, the winner will be contacted and asked for his or her full mailing address.
  4. Your information will be used only in the event that you are the winner, for mailing purposes.

Fall Back into Step! (EP Contest)

Title: Fall Back into Step!
Episode Number: 19

SNC is back on the road, and a lot has been announced since our last episode! From tour dates to new music and merchandise, there's a lot going on in Chaserville. And to top it all off, we are putting on a contest of our own! Click HERE for more information on how you could win a signed "Six Pack: Volume 2" EP and custom poster!

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Links featured in this episode:
Straight No Chaser in the Top Ten Pop and Rock Acts on Tour: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/ticketnetwork-advisory-top-ten-pop-and-rock-acts-currently-on-tour-2011-10-21
Straight No Chaser Tour Page: http://www.sncmusic.com/shows/
Straight No Chaser's Artist Arena Ticket Sales Page: http://straightnochaser.artistarena.com
SNC's PBS Special Page: http://sncmusic.com/pbsspecial
SNCmusic.com store: http://store.sncmusic.com/
Straight No Chaser's YouTube Page: http://www.youtube.com/user/sncmusic
SNC Quarter Notes Website: http://sncquarternotes.blogspot.com
Amanda and Megan's "Adventures Made by Chasers" blog: http://adventuresmadebychasers.blogspot.com/
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939

End to the Summer Fun! (Interview with Dan Ponce)

Title: End to the Summer Fun!
Episode Number: 18

SNC's summer residency in Atlantic City is drawing to a close, and we've prepared a great episode for you! We have another great interview with SNC's founder, Dan Ponce, for you, as well as a bunch of news in the world of Straight No Chaser! You won't want to miss this episode!

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Links featured in this episode:
Dan's Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dan-Ponce/257248400971503
August 2010 Interview with Dan: http://sncfanchat.blogspot.com/2010/08/special-edition-of-snc-fanchat.html
"Uptown Girl" with Goldie Hawn: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/8d301f-snc-serenades-goldie-hawn/
NYE in Fresno and Spring 2012 Tour information: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/ab4d03-coming-soon-nye-spring-2012-pre-sale/
UK Tour information: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/4c1328-september-october-uk-tour-dates-moved/
Baltimore concert information: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/cef774-venue-change-announcement-for-baltimore-md-show-on-november-19th-2011/
Ticketmaster's new interactive seating chart: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/833f63-see-where-fellow-chasers-are-sitting-at-snc-concerts/ Straight No Chaser Tour Page: http://www.sncmusic.com/shows/
SNCmusic.com store: http://store.sncmusic.com/
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939

A Midsummer Night's Update! (Interview with Steve Morgan)

Title: A Midsummer Night's Update!
Episode Number: 17

We at SNC FanChat hope that you're having a spectacular summer! We've got some updates for you, AC-related and otherwise, and an exciting interview with a truly superior tenor and Atlantic Records SNC alum... Steve Morgan! We hope you enjoy this episode, and be sure to send us an email (sncfanchat@gmail.com) if you've been to see the show in Atlantic City!

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Links featured in this episode:
"Ave Maria" video at Dan Ponce's wedding: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/75bd74-ave-maria-dan-amy-ponces-wedding/
Straight No Chaser Tour Page: http://www.sncmusic.com/shows/
With a Twist Deluxe Edition Pre-Order: http://store.sncmusic.com/
Added Fall Tour Dates: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/e7a825-more-ticket-pre-sales/Platinum Dinner Package: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/7db299-dinner-and-a-show-spend-a-whole-evening-with-snc/
SNC Quarter Notes Blog: http://sncquarternotes.blogspot.com
SNC Quarter Notes Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/sncquarternotes
SNC Quarter Notes Twitter Page: http://www.twitter.com/sncquarternotes
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939

Summer Sixteenth! (Interview with Blake Minor)

Title: Summer Sixteenth!
Episode Number: 16

It's summer, and you know what that means! It's time for another episode of SNC FanChat, featuring an interview with SNC's lighting director, Blake Minor! We also have a bunch of news, and TWO MORE interviews, so sit back, relax, and enjoy an ice-cold beverage while listening to our sixteenth episode!

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Links featured in this episode:
Straight No Chaser Tour Page: http://www.sncmusic.com/shows/
With a Twist Deluxe Edition Pre-Order: http://store.sncmusic.com/
SNC Tell-All Tuesdays Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/snctellalltues
Dottie's TAT Discussion: http://www.sncmusic.com/forums/08ffe4-sncs-tell-all-tuesdays/
Ryan's TAT Discussion: http://www.sncmusic.com/forums/59bc65-tell-all-tuesdays/
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939

Special Announcement

Title: Special Announcement
Episode Number: 16, Part Two

Dave has a special announcement!

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Links featured in this episode:
SNC Quarter Notes: http://sncquarternotes.blogspot.com

SNC Quarter Notes Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sncquarternotes
SNC Quarter Notes Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/sncquarternotes

Blooper Reel!

Title: Blooper Reel!
Episode Number: 15, Part Two

We can't believe it's been one whole year since the release of our first official SNC FanChat episode... To celebrate, we've compiled a blooper reel for all our listeners, so you can hear what it's like to record these episodes "behind the scenes" and so you can get a recap of the hilarious and fun year we've had! We hope you enjoy the blooper reel!

Direct Download to .mp3 here.

Links featured in this episode:
SNC Tell-All Tuesdays:
Information thread: http://www.sncmusic.com/forums/59bc65-tell-all-tuesdays/
Q&As: http://www.sncmusic.com/forums/08ffe4-sncs-tell-all-tuesdays/
Be sure to follow and direct your questions to @SNCTellAllTues!

It's Our First Anniversary! (Interview with Dave Roberts)

Title: Special FIRST ANNIVERSARY Episode!
Episode Number: 15, Part One

We can't believe it's been one whole year since the release of our first official SNC FanChat episode... To celebrate, we're releasing our landmark fifteenth episode, featuring the goings-on in Chaserville AND an interview with Dave Roberts! We'll also be putting up a blooper reel for all our listeners soon, so you can hear what it's like to record these episodes "behind the scenes"! We hope you enjoy the podcast, and don't forget to send us any comments or suggestions at sncfanchat@gmail.com!

Direct Download to .mp3 here.

Links featured in this episode:
Straight No Chaser Tour Page: http://www.sncmusic.com/shows/
SNC with Barry Manilow at the O2 Arena:
One Voice: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rN9hwdL-yPY, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUJ3VjY3DYA
Lion Sleeps Tonight: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZdTw-ZNs-M
One Voice and It's a Miracle: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnMfUfbgxD4
Videos of SNC at Origins:
Joy to the World: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYtWO5ljUgQ
Can't Take My Eyes Off You & Billie Jean/Poison: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjLZYBVanjM
Photos of SNC at Origins: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150213481703713.328961.19777183712
Walt's Blog on the Airtight and Arranging: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/de8f22-a-rare-walt-blog-3-the-airtight-arranging-for-a-cappella/
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939

It's Our Fourteenth Episode! Beeeeeep! (Interview with Jerome Collins)

Title: It's Our Fourteenth Episode! Beeeeeep!
Episode Number: 14

Straight No Chaser is taking a break from touring, but we here at the SNC FanChat are still hard at work, bringing you lots of news from SNC Land and a fabulous interview with Jerome Collins! We've also got a lot of info about SNC's upcoming residency in Atlantic City this summer, as well as the origins of "beep" and news about new merch! Be sure to check it out and get your SNC fix!

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Links featured in this episode:
Straight No Chaser Tour Page: http://www.sncmusic.com/shows/
Harrah's Atlantic City Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/HarrahsResort
Ryan's "BEEP" Blog Post: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/908fde-the-beep-lingo-explained/
SNC Store: http://store.sncmusic.com/
SNC Trading Cards: http://store.sncmusic.com/trading-cards.html
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939

Lucky Thirteenth! (Interview with Michael Itkoff)

Title: Lucky Thirteenth!
Episode Number: 13

After traveling around Canada and the UK, SNC is taking a short break before getting back to the recording studio. Sooo, in the meanwhile, while waiting for their next tour and performances, we put together another episode for all you Chasers out there! This episode features a great interview with Michael Itkoff, original member of Straight No Chaser! We hope you enjoy this episode, and be sure to send us your feedback to our email!

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Links featured in this episode:
Straight No Chaser Tour Page: http://www.sncmusic.com/shows/
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939

Brave the Snowpocalypse Inside Where It's Warm! (Interview with Ryan Ahlwardt)

Title: Warm and Cozy with the SNC FanChat!
Episode Number: 12

Straight No Chaser is currently braving the cold and snow in Canada, but we hope everyone else is staying warm out there! We've got a great episode for you today, featuring a rebuttal-turned-interview with Ryan Ahlwardt, and a chance to send us your questions to SNC members for future interviews! Also, we want to thank everyone who has been helping us with the Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen campaign... Let's keep bombarding them with messages!

Direct Download to .mp3 here.

Links featured in this episode:
Straight No Chaser Tour Page: http://www.sncmusic.com/shows/
Valentine's Day Gift Packages: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/happy-valentines-day-from-straight-no-chaser-1/
WarnerCanada Interview: http://warnermusiccanada.tumblr.com/post/3032136105/straight-no-chaser-q-a
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939
Future Album Title Suggestions Discussion Board: http://www.sncmusic.com/forums/snc-names/

Happy 2011! (Interview with Tyler Trepp)

Title: Happy 2011 from the SNC FanChat!
Episode Number: 11

Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a fun and safe holiday season! It's just Shaina and Dave this week, but we have a great episode planned for you today, featuring a LOT of news and a chance for YOU to "Make Some Noise!" But if you still want your Tina and Kathy fix, don't worry--all four hosts had a great time with this episode's interviewee, Tyler Trepp! We hope you enjoy this episode!

Direct Download to .mp3 here.

Links featured in this episode:
Information about Skate for the Heart: http://www.dissonskating.com/shows/2010/skate-for-the-heart/
Valentine's Day Gift Packages: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/happy-valentines-day-from-straight-no-chaser-1/
Kary's YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/daisykary
Chaser of the Month! S. Brandon: http://www.sncmusic.com/blog/chaser-of-the-month-s-brandon/
Get Straight No Chaser on Ellen: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=181275212939