Welcome to Carlhouserock.com
About Me
My name is Carl J. Kunz Jr. -- I picked up a guitar after the first band I was in (vocals) fell apart, vowing never to be without accompaniment again. Inspired by albums such as Nirvana's "Nevermind" and Smashing Pumpkins "Siamese Dream" and other grunge/alt offerings from the 90's I dove into developing my own style, incorporating bits and bobs learned over the years. Currently, I play lead in a national grunge tribute, Flannel a Grungy 90's Revival.
Recording
Recording is fun for both documentation and creativity. I've been recording for thirty years and am always interested in session work or collaboration. Be sure to check back for new music frequently (currently cataloging my songs). In the meantime check out current Bandcamp and YouTube offerings. Recording services are offered (Pro Tools) - direct message me for more info.
Performance
Performance is a passion! Nothing feels quite like being on stage working as one with my friends and bandmates. I've played acclaimed venues, such as the TLA (Philly), Electric Factory (Philly), Rams Head Live (Baltimore), Filmore (DC), Gramercy (NYC), NorVa & National (VA) and many more.
Carl J. Kunz Jr.
Career Highlights
Flannel: A Grungy 90’s Revival (2017-present)
* Opened for 3rd Eye Blind (VA Beach, 2022)
* Played w/Brian Quinn from Candlebox (Harrah’s/2018)
* Opened for Michale Graves (2018)
* Sold out Upstairs WCL (Philly, 10/2018)
* 100+ appearances
* Staple Grunge-A-Palooza fest band
Career Highlights (Continued)
Magnificent Birds of Prey (2012-2019)
* 150+ appearances
* Self-recorded/released multiple LPs/EPs/singles
* Gashouse Radio band of the year 2013
* Opened for Tantric @McStew’s (Levittown, PA)
Mini Mammoth (2009-2011)
* 40+ recorded ideas in short time
* 2 self-recorded 7 song EPs
The Slackharmonic (1999-2008)
* 100+ appearances.
* Winner/Club DOS talent contest
* First annual Thrilladelphia Music Festival participant
* Slaskifest X participant
* Philly Indie Night founders
Table 64 (1996-1998)
* First guitar band/first show
* House band at The Rose Garden Restaurant
* Made 2nd round of WHYY/PBS talent contest
A Fender Man at Heart...
Stratocaster
I've always been a huge fan of Fender products, especially the Fender Stratocaster, which feels like home. A slim, playable fretboard, favoring ebony or rosewood playing surfaces. Loved it enough to make my guitar headstock my first tattoo. Can't imagine life without my '95 Ltd Ed. American Standard through a Fender Tube amp!
Fender Amps
Started off a Marshall JCM800 kinda guy, but have slowly drifted towards Fender combos in search of a clean bell tone. Love my Fender Princeton and Hot Rod DeVille amps.