I matched with the frontman of a band I used to sing my heart out to, one of our most prolific songwriters. A brief romance unfolded, then ended without a single word. Here’s what I learned about the duality of musicians and the heartbreak of mistaking his lyrics for the person I thought he was.

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Ghosting isn’t new, but being ghosted by one of our generation’s most well-known songwriters, the frontman of a band I used to sing my heart out to, is.

I’m Kyle Lamont, a live music journalist and critic and after weeks of thoughtful messages and a couple of dates with a man known for his lyrical courage, I believed that if it ended, it would at least end with some words. It didn’t.

I was wrecked. Baffled. And most of all, disappointed by the fact that I had lost sight of something so fundamental: the person and the performer are not the same.

Worse, his music, a formative part of my life, now haunts me. Torch songs I loved are now hollow, a reminder of what once was and what could have been.

I’ve spent years traveling to music venues across the country, documenting stories from venue owners, bands, and fans to show the interconnectedness of travel and live music. This heartbreaking experience has shown me how love and loss are part of concert culture too.

"Ghosted by a Rockstar. Haunted by His Music" blends personal essay and music criticism, offering a window into my work as a relentlessly curious and passionate concert journalist.

Live music is empathetic. So is my storytelling. Thank you for being here. Thank you for hearing me.

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Written, edited and produced by Kyle Lamont

Music by Kristin Sevaldsen. Her track, “Fishermans Farewell” was heard while I was Lost at Sea and courtesy of d'Label Records

Support her work at https://kristinsevaldsen.com/

Mastering by Electric Pete McGill

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Concert CAST is a woman-owned independent media network exploring concert culture from the ticket holder’s perspective.

Created and hosted by live music journalist Kyle Lamont, the series documents the live music experience through interviews, travel stories, and on-the-ground reporting from venues and music scenes across the country. Concert Cast was recognized as a Spotify Editor’s Pick in 2022.

The network’s newest series, Concert CHAT, is a post-show video podcast that reviews venues and the performance immediately after the concert, recorded from a car parked outside the show.

CAST & CHAT are part of Vemorii, a new platform for live entertainment tourism built for the fans who go the distance. By combining an independent media network with a utility inspired by Yelp and Expedia—plus a feature that organizes concert memories, Vemorii is the first site dedicated to the concertgoing lifestyle. Sign up for beta access at vemorii.live.

This isn’t a podcast made from a couch or behind a desk. It’s recorded on the road, under glowing marquees, inside green rooms, and at the venue itself where the real stories of live music unfold. I’m inside it and you’re right there with me.

There’s crying, absurd chaos, and pure elation. It’s cinematic, intimate, and driven by theme and place. It's like the immersive reporting of NPR, fused with the backstage intimacy and stylish storytelling of an HBO rockumentary.

You’ll hear stories from iconic venues, DIY warehouses, and analog spaces far off the map. I’ve recorded in snowstorms, on tour buses, at festivals, from the front row of songwriting rounds, and in parking lots with a finger in the air, searching for a miracle ticket.

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Concert CAST is a woman-owned independent media network exploring concert culture from the ticket holder’s perspective.

Created and hosted by live music journalist Kyle Lamont, the series documents the live music experience through interviews, travel stories, and on-the-ground reporting from venues and music scenes across the country. Concert Cast was recognized as a Spotify Editor’s Pick in 2022.

The network’s newest series, Concert CHAT, is a post-show video podcast that reviews venues and the performance immediately after the concert, recorded from a car parked outside the show.

CAST & CHAT are part of Vemorii, a new platform for live entertainment tourism built for the fans who go the distance. By combining an independent media network with a utility inspired by Yelp and Expedia—plus a feature that organizes concert memories, Vemorii is the first site dedicated to the concertgoing lifestyle. Sign up for beta access at vemorii.live.

When Kyle Lamont, host of Concert Cast, makes a quick stop in Flagstaff, AZ, along Route 66, a one-night stay turns into a month-long musical adventure.

Join me on a backstage tour of the historic Orpheum Theatre, where I uncover wild tales from its storied past—like the unforgettable night Umphrey’s McGee rocked so hard they blew out the lights. Just a block away, the legendary Hotel Monte Vista becomes my home base (and yes, they offer discounted long-term rates).

During my stay in the Michael Stipe and Bing Crosby rooms, I connect with Lindsay, a local artist and front desk clerk, who spills captivating stories about visiting music legends and spine-tingling ghost encounters, especially from the infamous Meat Man room.

When it’s time to hit the road, I leave with a deeper sonic kinship to this mystical town and chances are, after listening and maybe even visiting Flagstaff yourself, you might feel the same.

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Hotel Monte Vista: Discover the charm and history of this iconic hotel, known for its musical legacy and ghost stories.

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• Instagram: @hotelmontevista

Orpheum Theatre: Learn about upcoming shows on their concert calendar.

• Concert Calendar: Orpheum Theatre
• Instagram: @orpheumflagstaff

Firecreek Coffee Company: Stop by this awesome coffee shop that hosts live music, providing a great atmosphere for coffee lovers and music enthusiasts alike.

• Website: Firecreek Coffee Company
• Instagram: @firecreekcoffee

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Concert CAST is a woman-owned independent media network exploring concert culture from the ticket holder’s perspective.

Created and hosted by live music journalist Kyle Lamont, the series documents the live music experience through interviews, travel stories, and on-the-ground reporting from venues and music scenes across the country. Concert Cast was recognized as a Spotify Editor’s Pick in 2022.

The network’s newest series, Concert CHAT, is a post-show video podcast that reviews venues and the performance immediately after the concert, recorded from a car parked outside the show.

CAST & CHAT are part of Vemorii, a new platform for live entertainment tourism built for the fans who go the distance. By combining an independent media network with a utility inspired by Yelp and Expedia—plus a feature that organizes concert memories, Vemorii is the first site dedicated to the concertgoing lifestyle. Sign up for beta access at vemorii.live.