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DASHING
My second album “Dashing” is out now. It’s a sexy, imperfect record that I’m very proud of. When I did the first one, “Charming,” I experienced so much imposter syndrome. I didn’t want people to think that I took myself too seriously, nor did I want my vocal inability to be a laughing matter for naysayers. When I put it out, my family and friends were impressed with my skills and vulnerability. They appreciated the fact that I was able to craft these songs, and then to put
Bobby Gelter
Sep 32 min read


see you next tuesday
I was cleaning up my table and saw a sticker sitting on there. As a goer-to-events, gimme-your-sticker type of guy, I figured it’ll go in the drawer with the other one-off stickers of real people with real stories and real interactions that I look back on in a year and say “ohhhh yeah” or completely forget. I picked it up and saw a rat on it. (Like, the design of a rat on the sticker. Not a real-life rat). The sticker says “See you next Tuesday.” With a rat on it. I immedia
Bobby Gelter
Aug 283 min read


How I Became Friends with an 80's Pop Star
It was a Monday in March 2026 when I first learned that with Michael Camacho, former member of 80’s pop duo Sly Fox, there’s no such thing as a quick phone call. And you don’t want it to be. Sly Fox, consisting of Gary “Mudbone” Cooper and Michael Camacho, released their debut album “Let’s Go All the Way” in 1985. By the following Summer, the title track was making major waves, going Top 10 in multiple countries and ultimately becoming a quintessential 80’s anthem. The duo
Bobby Gelter
Jul 95 min read


:’) 7/7
I’m feeling very tender. A few of my recent behaviors and outbursts have been misplaced. I am frustrated. Truthfully, being without a job, a purpose, a “something” to show has been humbling. I am fairly confident that my way with words, my storytelling, my sentiments, and my empathy are all leading me toward purpose. But sentiments, as of now, do not pay the bills. My parents are extraordinary. But when my Mom mentioned paying the money back, I snapped- biting the hand that h
Bobby Gelter
Jul 73 min read


The path of the in-betweeners
We talk about “change” and how it can be tough but necessary. I do believe in the sentiment that “everything happens for a reason,” though I think it’s often up to us to identify that reason. And at the very least, an unwanted change can strengthen us or make us more empathetic for others who endure a similar situation later on. What isn’t as talked about is the idleness between where you were and where you will be. Sort of meandering through a pool of molasses, still carryin
Bobby Gelter
May 212 min read


Rising from the Ashes
April is arguably my favorite month of the year. There is nothing quite like the sunshine greeting you like a warm hug after a bone-chilling Winter. This year, April has proven to be one of the most exhilarating and testing months I’ve ever endured. On April 3rd, I released my album “Charming,” that I had been obsessively working on since last September. I witnessed support in the form of digital streams, frame-able text messages of encouragement, attendance of friends and
Bobby Gelter
Apr 265 min read


Goodbye forever, 2025!
I write this from a place of exhaustion, gratitude, sadness, confusion, hopefulness, and rawness. 2025 was extremely formative. It's conflicting being a writer- on one hand, I want to be as vulnerable and open as I can. This is my outlet, and I will never shy away from expressing my feelings. On the other hand, I have learned to keep certain aspects of my life private and wish to maintain a level of sacredness regarding my personal life. That being said, I'm going to be trans
Bobby Gelter
Dec 28, 20256 min read


true story
I was trying to get out of hosting Music Bingo tonight. My stomach was hurting, I'm depressed as hell, I'm exhausted, and I wanted a night off. No luck, so I took a cat nap. To no surprise, I woke up feeling worse. I fixed myself some dinner, took a quick shower and headed to my gig. I'm no stranger to "performing" or being "on" when I would rather be doing anything else, so I did my usual trick- deep breath, slap on a smile, practice my emoting voice, and game on. Busy crowd
Bobby Gelter
Oct 21, 20252 min read


A Reflection
After the longest and most extravagant birthday celebration ever, I’m sitting down to reflect. I’m 30!!!!!!! I soaked up all the love at...
Bobby Gelter
Sep 24, 20253 min read


Yet Another Rebrand
I’ve said before that you can choose to change at any given moment, and you can even shift into different versions of yourself as you...
Bobby Gelter
Aug 6, 20252 min read


Just checking in
I’ll be honest, I haven’t had much inspiration for creative projects lately. I’ve never written JUST to write- I like to think of it as...
Bobby Gelter
Jul 29, 20252 min read


A letter u won’t read
Well it’s been a busy, emotional, fun week. I’ve cried so much (good and bad). In my quiet moments, I’m itching to message you… test the...
Bobby Gelter
Jun 26, 20252 min read


THE NEAR EXORCISM OF ROBERT JAMES
My ghost tugs the string that binds me to you Did you feel that? Now I’m wearing a necklace, a charmed little noose I struggled a bit...
Bobby Gelter
Jun 19, 20252 min read


Man to Man.
Written by Bobby Gelter You should be ashamed of yourself. The behavior you've shown is unacceptable, inappropriate, volatile and...
Bobby Gelter
Jun 15, 20253 min read


Happy Pride Month!
June is Pride Month, which is both thrilling and stressful! Being a DJ, working in radio, and being gay, June is full of events. I...
Bobby Gelter
Jun 4, 20252 min read


Early Bird
This is very new / recent for me, but I’ve been trying to wake up early and go to the gym before work. Generally I’m an evening exerciser...
Bobby Gelter
May 28, 20251 min read


HOT BOY SUMMER
Summer is upon us (despite this gnarly Cincinnati gloominess/rain)! I like to have a "vibe" each Summer and I've decided on mine for this...
Bobby Gelter
May 21, 20251 min read


Signs
I'm very spiritual these days- I admit, I really leaned into it in a moment of necessity, and I'm since learning to hold it with me no...
Bobby Gelter
May 15, 20253 min read


On My Way to Australia
Jason McCullough, the main character in the 1969 Western "Support Your Local Sheriff," is on his way to Australia when he witnesses a...
Bobby Gelter
May 5, 20252 min read


Go Outside!!
We all know that nature can be extremely healing. And if you’re reading this from where I live, it’s full-on Springtime! Flowers are...
Bobby Gelter
Apr 30, 20252 min read
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