About Us
About us
ABOUT THE SHOW
In 2016 Opshop drummer Bobby Kennedy and Danny McCrum started the podcast Don’t Give Up Your Day Job. The goal was to have honest conversations about what it’s really like working as a creative professional. The show was funny, hard hitting, irreverent and often fearlessly critical of the Wild West that is the music industry.
In 2018, for personal reasons, Bobby reduced his involvement and Danny took over as the sole host. Bobby still appears on the show once or twice a year.
After eight years, 155 episodes and many global challenges, Danny reflected on what kind of message he wanted to be putting out into the world. One of the most significant themes in his career has been problem solving and because this seems more relevant in these challenging times, he made the decision to cut the name in half and refocus the show towards finding solutions.
So welcome to the new conversation. Welcome to Don’t Give Up.
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Guitarist and singer Danny McCrum is guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and session musician. He’s released four solo albums and has a new album out with his band Noise Play. He’s been a full time musician for almost twenty years and he’s played support for many top artists including Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Simple Minds, Bryan Ferry, Tommy Emmanuel, John Mayer and many more. He currently tours with a number of acts and runs Paper Plane Productions
and Auckland Guitar Lessons
company. Find out more about Danny at www.dannymccrum.com
Drummer Bobby Kennedy was a founding member of Opshop, one of the most successful bands in New Zealand history. They topped the charts, toured the world and experienced all sides of the music industry. Bobby has also played for many other greats including Stereobus and Neil Finn.
