Hard work and dedication It’s not the same thing to everyone. For example, farmers need a lot of physically demanding hard work and dedication to grow food. And there are guys who somehow manage to wrestle steel, glass, and concrete … Read the rest
Category Archives: singer songwriter
Since you’re not doing anything right now, got any ideas for a song? I’m kidding. Well, about the “not doing anything” part. But not about the ideas for a song. I’m in the process of writing, composing, recording, mixing, and … Read the rest
My songwriter journal Over the years I’ve seen my songwriter journal go from a spiral notebook to what your reading right now. This blog post. I remember carrying my nineteen cent Bic pen around in my teeth like a chewed … Read the rest
Come on over to the light side It’s counterintuitive to me. And I wish it was to every musician. I’m talking about going “dark”with the art and craft of music. Darkness is so prevalent in the music business that going … Read the rest
Where are the whole Jesus Christian music artists? I just watched part of a Hillsong “praise music” song included in a video news clip and I just about got a toothache from the sugar-coated message. Before I explain, I’d like … Read the rest
Have you ever pondered the wonder of music? I don’t mean thinking about the notes or the beat or the even the instrumentation. I mean have you truly pondered the unimaginable, inextricable, undeniable force, the gift, and the wonder of music? … Read the rest
My years in the spotlight had quite a humble start For a young singer songwriter, a chance to be in the spotlight, even for just a few bucks, is something you gotta take. And that was me, way back in … Read the rest
Fan mail doesn’t get better than this This illustrated fan mail has everything I could ever need or want from a young fan. Creative illustrations…Calling me “a great singer” and “my favorite”…and even signing her name sincerely. What else could a singer … Read the rest
3 Ways Your Mind is a Great Voice Changer If you’re a guy, you might have experienced the clumsy voice changer known as puberty. And if you’re a human being, you’ve experienced the changing of your voice through natural growth … Read the rest
One of the Stories From The Road I Used To Travel The other day, somebody asked if I had any stories from the road…since I used to be a full-time pro musician. So today, I’m sharing one I shared a … Read the rest
24 Years
24 years ago today I became a husband. I had never been one before, so I didn’t know what to expect. I only knew I was very ready to be one. I had met a beautiful woman, and she actually … Read the rest
I have some very straightforward opinions on how our world, galaxy, and universe came to be. I make no secrets about it. If you’ve read my articles much at all, you’ll know I’m a young earth creationist. I have no … Read the rest
Twitter Music
I can name that tune in 140 notes, so obviously I must be talking about “twitter music“. Yep, Twitter is apparently working on their own music streaming service. I wish them well. And this proves, yet again, that even though … Read the rest
Baby Boomers In Love
I recently heard from some baby boomers in love. They’re friends of mine, and they’ve been married for over 25 years. Yep, they stuck it out when things were tough…enjoyed wonderful times together…had kids and sent them on their way … Read the rest
The End
It’s kinda funny to start out a blog post with the words “the end”, huh? This story takes place in the year and half after I graduated high school in Texas. Immediately after the pomp and circumstance was over I … Read the rest
Analog vs Digital
There’s Been This Analog vs Digital Debate For Quite A While Today I read articles, heard audio, and watched videos about things like a “table pc”, robotics for Lego’s, another car that drives itself, and fitness gadgets galore. I love … Read the rest
Pictures From My eBooks For Kids
Just wanted to share a few of the pictures I’ve drawn for some of my ebooks for kids… …and give a quick story behind each one. The first picture is the blue hippo named Henry. He’s the main character in … Read the rest
Entertainment News?
I just checked the top stories in entertainment news on Google News. And that’s why the title to this blog post has a question mark after it. I mean…really? Does the top so-called entertainment news always have to be about … Read the rest
In Your Face…Not In Your Ears
I remember a day when music was purely for your listening enjoyment and entertainment. Now…so much of it is designed and marketed to be in your face…and shouldn’t be in your ears. Don’t misunderstand me. I enjoy a good music … Read the rest
Don’t
In the recent past I compiled a collection of songs I call “Kiddin’ Around”. (pun intended) I tried to think about goofy stuff kids think of and silly things they do. So I came up with titles like “Don’t” and … Read the rest