August 12, 2009
Riely and Molly B. Moon and are working on a joint CD project, with the release expected in October. You can see our schedule at http://www.myspace.com/rielyoandmollyb.
September 12, 2009: Riely and Molly on WBAA am920 Acoustic Blend radio webcast
September 12, 2009
Be sure and check out Riely and Molly on WBAA am920 Acoustic Blend radio webcast at wbaa.org, strought from Purdue University. The show will be at 8:00 PM. Host is Joe Peters.
September 9, 2009: The New Website is a go!
September 9, 2009
It's been a long time coming, but we've finally gotten rielyoconnor.com updated with a new design and all-new content. Look around, make yourself at home, and check back often for updates. Onward!
July 10, 2009: Riely OConnor & Molly B. Moon working on new project
July 10, 2009
Molly B. Moon and I are working on a joint CD project, with the release expected in September. You can see our schedule at http://www.myspace.com/rielyoandmollyb.
May 19, 2009: Riely OConnor & Molly B. Moon LIVE on Elkhart Internet Radio WERS
May 19, 2009
Riely & Molly B. LIVE on Elkhart Internet Radio WERS, Tuesday, May 19 from 6pm til 8pm (Eastern Time). This is not an archived podcast so catch us LIVE Listen on your computer at: www.elkhartrecording.com
February 28, 2009: Radio Interview & Performance on WBAA
February 28, 2009
I will appear on WBAA am920 LaFayette, IN at 8pm on Saturday, February 28....an interview and performance on "Acoustic Blend" hosted by Joe Peters. You can listen online....go to www.wbaa.org and click "On Air-- Listen Online".
November 20, 2008: Riely at Java & Jams in Birmingham, Alabama
November 30, 2008
Riely has been interviewed by Birmingham Weekly prior ot his show on the 30th. You can read the article by clicking this link.
November 27, 2008: Riely on Chicago Acoustic Underground
November 27, 2008
Riely has been asked to appear on the Chicago Acoustic Underground Podcast, to talk about music and life.
Go to www.chicagoacoustic.net, Episode 171, or click this link.
Fri, Mar. 16, 2007: Riely O'Connor Band Rockin' in Indy
Mar. 16, 2007
With a January show at Birdy's and a March show at Locals Only, Riely's brand new Indianapolis backing band is off and running. After Riely's September '06 duo show with nephew and long-time music buddy, JOE HODSON (lead guitar), he and Joe discussed the possibility of forming a band. Within a month the two were rehearsing with rhythm section: ANDREW FUNKE (bass) and BRUCE HICKS (drums).
"The guys have given a fresh feel to my songs and we've really started to gel at rehearsals and on stage....they're all fine musicians," said Riely. The band has four additional shows booked with more on the way.
Thu, June 29, 2006: 'A Dream or Two' Goes to Press
Jun. 29, 2006
On Tuesday, June 27 the master for Riely's new album, "A Dream Or Two" was sent for pressing. Public release date for the CD is Tuesday, July 18. On Sunday, July 23 Riely will appear live on 88.1 WVPE as guest of Al Kniola, host of "The Back Porch".
Riely talks about the making of the album and perform some of the songs. The CD Release Event for "A Dream Or Two" will be held at The Midway Tavern on Friday night, August 4th.
Thu, May 11, 2006: Riely's New CD Heads Toward Final Mix
May 11, 2006
Riely will be at Jon Young's Sonic Sculpture studio in Nashville, Tennessee on Thursday, May 18 for a final "listen" to tracks prior to the final mix of his new album, "A Dream Or Two".
During 3 days in April Riely and producer, Karen Angela Moore welcomed some of Nashville's finest session musicians to play on the album: Steve C. and Scott Neubert on guitars, Dicky Thompson on keyboards and Bryan Cumming on tenor sax. The album is scheduled for release on July 18.
Wed, Mar. 15, 2006: Nashville Sessions Update
Mar. 15, 2006
Riely's next CD is "in the works". Last week's Nashville studio sessions resulted in completed vocal and rhythm tracks of all 12 songs for Riely's 2nd album. The Tuesday and Thursday sessions featured Riely singing and playing "live" in the studio with the great Nashville session players, Lance Martin on bass and Butch Simmons on drums. On Wednesday Riely performed two songs that will appear on the album with a more sparse arrangement. That day also provided time for "listening" to Tuesday's work and to add some vocal harmonies to some of the songs. On Thursday Riely's friend and musical partner, Venitia Sekema joined him to add her great voice to four of the songs. On two of the songs Riely and Venitia sang "live" with the rhythm section in the classic duet form.
Overseeing the project was the talented producer/artist, Karen Angela Moore. Studio owner/engineer, Jon Young provided a focused yet comfortable environment in which to record. The recording on all tracks was accomplished just before huge electrical storms swept in on Thursday afternoon.
Sat, Mar. 4, 2006: Riely to Record Second CD in Nashville
Mar. 4, 2006
Riely will enter the studio in Nashville TN on March 7, 8 & 9 to record the vocals and rhythm tracks for his 2nd CD. He has twelve songs ready to go. Riely is again working with talented Nashville producer/artist, Karen Angela Moore. They will be recording at Jon Young's beautiful studio located on the southwest outskirts of Nashville.
For these sessions Karen has scheduled the great rhythm section that Riely worked with on his first album, "Workin' On A Memory": Lance Martin on bass and Butch Simmons on drums and percussion. The March 9 session will feature a special guest appearance by Galien, Michigan singer-songwriter, Venitia Sekema. Venitia and Riely have performed together often over the last 2 years. Venitia will add her great voice to four of Riely's songs for the album. Additional recording sessions will be scheduled for April and the CD should be ready for release this summer.
Mon, Jan. 23, 2006: Riely Swings West
Jan. 23, 2006
Riely will be making a western swing including stops in Colorado and Austin Texas. He leaves South Bend on Sunday, January 29 and will spend five days in the town of Breckinridge in Summit County, Colorado. Two performances are planned in Summit County. Riely will also perform in Pueblo, Colorado on Tuesday, February 7 at the Southeastern Colorado Heritage Center (SCHC) Gallery. He has recently become a member of the Pueblo Songwriters & Musicans Assoc. (PSMA) and his performance will open their "gallery performance" season. This series represents a newly announced partnership of SCHC, PSMA and the Colorado Outdoor Performing Arts Assoc. (COPAA). Riely is a former Pueblo resident.
From Pueblo Riely will head to Austin, Texas to attend the Folk Alliance Conference. On his way home he will stop in Nashville, Tennessee on Thursday, February 16 to tour the studio that he will use for his next album. He will also perform that night at Cheley Tackett's Writers' Night.
He will return to South Bend on Friday, February 17, just in time for his performance at The Beanery in Mishawaka on Saturday, February 18.
Mon, Nov. 14, 2005: Interview With Riely to Air on 88.1 WVPE
Nov. 14, 2005
Riely will be featured on the segment, "Musicians In Their Own Words" on Michiana's public radio station, 88.1 WVPE. The segment consists of a 5 minute piece mixing Riely's thoughts on songwriting and performance with cuts of his songs. The piece is scheduled to be aired WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 at 7:35am, 12:30pm with possible additional airing in the All Things Considered slot at 5:45pm.
The feature was produced by Beth Graham, news director at WVPE.
Mon, Oct. 31, 2005: FOURofUS Concert Announced for January 21
Oct. 31, 2005
Today was the first public announcement of the "FOURofUS" concert to be held on Saturday, January 21, 8pm at the Battell Center in Mishawaka Indiana. RIELY will join his friends and fellow singer-songwriters, VENITIA SEKEMA, LARRY PLATZ and STEVE FORESMAN for a special musical night at one of Michiana's premier concert venues.