I’m A Singer Songwriter, and… …not everyone else in the world is. So…on that level we’re not all equal. And that’s not a bad thing. I’ve worked a lot of different jobs in my time here on planet Earth. The one vocation that stuck was…singer songwriter. I’ve driven trucks, forklifts, tractors, motorcycles, all kinds of “cycles” and vehicles, and…I’ve been a finish carpenter, a … The rest of the story…
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In all my years as a singer songwriter I’ve maintained a general sense of optimism. And I don’t think anyone could ever accuse me of too much moaning and groaning. But, I wonder why so many singer songwriters nowadays are so full of angst. Don’t misunderstand me…I’m not saying they don’t have a good reason. I’m just wondering why so many of them might … The rest of the story…
A Buckaroo At The Windy Saddle
Hey everybody…I’m just a Buckaroo having an Americano at the Windy Saddle in Golden, Colorado… …and as I look around I see a few references to “buckaroos“. They have some signs up for story time for little kids…which they call buckaroos. Now, this caught my attention because recently I started a project of Western themed lullabies. And I call the project “Bedtime Buckaroos“. Do … The rest of the story…
Real Talking Points Or Cliche
Politicians And Their “Talking Points” I Think They’re Mostly Just Cliché OK…I admit it. I have some opinions about politics. And I’m absolutely sure that truth trumps party. And so many of the things I hear politicians say (in all parties) are merely paying lip service to clic. In fact…a few years back I wrote a song about it, and it still applies…probably always … The rest of the story…
Happy St. Patrick’s Day…within reason. 🙂 I don’t believe in luck except as an expression or figure of speech. I also don’t believe in manifest destiny or any other type of pre-ordained destiny. So…as luck would have it…I do believe in forging your own path. And in creating your own “destiny”. All that being said…I hope you have the “luck” of the Irish smiling … The rest of the story…
Can A Singer Songwriter Beat The World?
Even When Things Get Tough We can still beat the world Once upon a time there was this world. And it was good. And beautiful. And pure. Fast forward about 6,000 years…and we have this world. And it’s not so good. It’s messed up. And purity is long gone. All around us are stories of tragedy, catastrophe, and calamity. Thieves, liars, and murderers. But … The rest of the story…
The Pure Place
Is There A Pure Place In This World? I love alliteration, and I use it often in my songwriting. It seems like a natural fit to the way a voice and words go together. In my song “The Pure Place” you’ll find alliteration in every line except two. And there’s a reason those two lines don’t have it, but I won’t go into that. … The rest of the story…
Still Small Voice
A Still Small Voice In Your Head And Words Written On The Tablet Of Your Heart Intuition? Gut feeling? Conscience? Whether you know it or not, your Creator installed some important software on your human hard drive. Christians know this as the… Stay tuned, No-cost, low-cost, and premium ways you can show your support… Tell everybody you know to subscribe to The TRUTH Journal … The rest of the story…
Sometimes Pro Life Music Happens Almost By Accident Check out this story about a very pro life decision made by a couple and how a song by Kenny Loggins proved to be much more pro life music than just a top 40 hit… Stay tuned, P.S. Get my podcast: subscribe to The TRUTH Journal
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Whitney Houston Singing “Jesus Loves Me” (sorry, this video is no longer available) Stay tuned, No-cost, low-cost, and premium ways you can show your support… Tell everybody you know to subscribe to The TRUTH Journal (emails with good stuff for Fa-Ree) Get my Rhyme & Reason Podcast delivered right to your device. (also Fa-Ree) Get digital Bible stuff from the same company I do. My books … The rest of the story…
I know you’ll see this picture and say “Wow, Tony…you’ve got the look!” Does this picture make me look “with it”? Or like I should be on a post office wall? …Or does it look more like a man of espionage and covert intrigue? Just askin’…feel free to leave your comments, positive or negative, below. Stay tuned, Get my iTunes podcast
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What Should A Singer Songwriter Do Before The End Of The World? First things first. When is the end of the world? Well…I don’t think the end will happen for at least about 1007 years. But I’ve decided to line up some ambitious goals for 2012, and I hope to accomplish them even if my estimates are wrong. I won’t say what they are specifically, … The rest of the story…
Singin’ For My Supper
My Singer Songwriter Demo From Back In The Day I just found a demo I used to send out for booking my act in clubs…back when I was singin’ for my supper full time. This particular demo showcases songs by Kenny Loggins, Smashmouth, Commodores, Sting, Sheryl Crow, and The Eagles. Just thought it might be fun to share the “copy songs” stuff from another … The rest of the story…
Wanna Write? Well…Unleash Imagination Don’t hold it back, just let it run wild in the wide open spaces and high and pure places. See It And Say It Whatever way or style you’d say it out loud, that’s the way you write it down. Nothing to be afraid of here. You’re just letting the waters flow. Your mind becomes a clear, “babbling” (no pun … The rest of the story…
It’s Not About The Stuff
A Singer Songwriter Says “It’s Not About The Stuff” We humans are funny creatures. Especially those of us who’ve been fortunate to have been born in a “free”society. Americans, especially, tend to be very image-bound and sound byte- gagged. First, we see what seems to be the definition of success, and we measure ourselves against it. When the dollar amounts are staggering, or the beauty … The rest of the story…
Debt Free
I Became A Debt Free Singer Songwriter In 2011 You know what? If you’re not there already, you should think seriously about becoming debt-free this year. Work on it with short term, medium term, and long term goals in mind. Not having tons of debt will make it easier to invest in yourself and/or your business. You’d be amazed at all the places you … The rest of the story…
Live well and be well because you can’t be sick and inspire…at least not for long. Oh, you think you can? Think again. You need your health. It’s not just something that’s nice to have around. It’s the core essential to any job you do or any career you have. Now put down that diet cola and repeat after me…I want to be healthy. … The rest of the story…
A Singer Songwriter‘s Merry Christmas And New Year Wish Well, I hope each and every one of you had a wonderful, happy, fun, Merry Christmas. Thanks to all of you who signed up to get my 3 new original Christmas songs. I hope you were able to enjoy and share them with all your family and friends. I’ll extend the offer up to 12 … The rest of the story…
Attention Christmas Shoppers I have some Simple Solutions As we’re nearing the home stretch of the Christmas gift buying time, let me make a quick and simple suggestion… Don’t get caught up in the frantic, hectic chaos. Remember…a cookie delights a kid more than almost anything. And smiling people are much nicer to be around than frustrated shoppers…any day of the year, much less … The rest of the story…
The Christmas Spirit
The Christmas Spirit And Tongue-in-Cheek Bah Humbug So…did you ever have one of those years when Christmas just seems to get on your nerves? Yeah, me neither. Still…I know people who prefer that Christmas would just pass on by without all the fuss. If you’re one of those, you might get a kick out of the lyrics I’m posting below. And just so you … The rest of the story…