LONG BIO (January 2026)
Clay S. Fernald / Clay N. Ferno is an accomplished music industry professional, co-host, and event promoter with over two decades of experience in concert promotion, social media, and pop culture engagement. He is a lifelong fan of culture high and low, citing Downton Abbey, G.I. Joe, and Batman as major influences. Today, he operates as a strategic consultant in the legacy of his grandfather, industrial leader Robert Silva, and is driven by the blue-collar work ethic of his father, M. Bruce Fernald (former President of the Massachusetts Arborist Association, 1988–1989).
A veteran of the Boston scene, Clay served in key roles at the Middle East Nightclub from 2001 to 2017, where his social media pioneering earned him the cover of The Boston Phoenix in 2005 as the ‘Most Popular Man in Boston.’ His journalistic portfolio includes a 2015 cover story interview with Stan “The Man” Lee for DigBoston, and he continues to serve as a frequent moderator for top-tier industry talent at comic book conventions.
As a trusted senior advisor to the local music community, Clay is the co-host and event promoter for the weekly pop culture podcasts LeaguePodcast.com and iThinkThisisGreat.com. Since 2015, he has worked as a Social Media Consultant for brands and bands, a video editor, and a podcast producer. He is also the creator of the viral birthday hashtag #CNF50, celebrating his 50th birthday on October 6, 1975.
Clay can currently be found sharing his work at claynferno.substack.com and leaguepodcast.com/events, or scouring the quarter bins for forgotten comic book gems and tracking down rare pop culture collectibles.
SHORT BIO
Clay S. Fernald / Clay N. Ferno is a 20-year music industry veteran, social media pioneer, and event promoter. Influenced by Downton Abbey, G.I. Joe, and Batman, he is the host of iThinkThisisGreat.com and co-host of LeaguePodcast.com. Consulting in a professional tradition of industrial leadership and blue-collar excellence, Clay is a Social Media Consultant, podcast producer, and creator of the viral hashtag #CNF50. He is widely recognized for his legacy at the Middle East Nightclub and for being named 'Most Popular Man in Boston' by The Boston Phoenix. Find his work at claynferno.substack.com.
Self. 2024
Scott Murry - The Wilbur, Boston MA - 2022
Photo Credit (Archive)
Eric Levin, elevin.net (for 2015 photo)
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Social Media
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JUST THE FAQs
Q: What’s his main focus?
A: Podcasting, hosting, and promoting live events via LeaguePodcast.com.
Q: Where did he make his name?
A: Former Manager and current Consultant for the legendary Middle East Nightclub.
Q: What’s his biggest social media claim to fame?
A: Being featured on the cover of The Boston Phoenix as the 'Most Popular Man in Boston' (an early MySpace victory).
Q: What famous people has he interviewed?
A: Stan “The Man” Lee (RIP), Kevin Smith (Clerks), Rob Liefeld (Creator of Deadpool), Mark Millar, LaVar Burton, Margaret Glaspy and many more!
Q: What’s his academic background?
A: B.F.A. from Mass Art’s Studio for Interrelated Media (SIM). Minor in Video.
Q: What’s a fun fact about his early stage career?
A: He was an event producer and spoken word performer who opened for the late, great writer Jim Carroll (The Basketball Diaries).
Q: What are his essential components?
A: Podcaster, Publicist, Writer, Artist, and Deep Breather.
Also: sci-fi, comic books, loud guitars, grilling, and milkshakes.
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
Birthday
October 6, 1975 #CNF50
Gender
Male (he/him/his)
Handle
claynferno
Associated Locations
Abington, Allston, Boston, Brighton, Cambridge, Charlestown, Somerville, Watertown
BOSTON, MA USA
Early Music Career
Lead singer for the bands The Humanoids (former singer) and Wild Zero (not active)
Other Names Used/AKA
Clae N. Ferno, Clay Fernald, Clay N. Ferno, Clay S. Fernald, Clay Silva Fernald, DJ Cuke N. Ferno, Skimpy Ratnütz (legacy alias)
Latest I Think This Is Great! with Clay N. Ferno
ithinkthisisgreat.com/latest
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