Take a few minutes and let your brain loose. If you’re a writer singer like me, maybe you’ve done this before. Now, don’t reign in your brain”just let it run wild in the wide open spaces and let the wind rush through. (no one’s looking who can call you an airhead) Write down everything you can see in your mind’s eye…as soon as you … Read the rest…
The first “gadget” my brother and I used to record our words and music…and silliness… Combine a sleep-deprived night with a bevy of boxes and bouquets under a tree with trimmings and lights…and what do you have? An excited boy or girl who can’t wait to see if they got that Xbox or iPad or BB gun or doll they were hoping for. When … Read the rest…
So, you’re scratching your head and asking: “Words and music from Elvis and Golden?” Right? Well, did you know that on December 20th in 1957 Elvis received his draft notice for the U.S. Army? Yep, the King wasn’t quite a superstar yet, but he was big enough for everyone to notice if he’d try to get out of it…or at least only do his … Read the rest…
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 the first one of my ebooks for kids called “Henry Hippo’s Heartbeat“. Henry wakes up from a nap in the cool river one day … Read the rest…
It’s a little hard to believe it’s already Thanksgiving 2012. And before you know it we may be saying “it’s a little hard to believe it’s already Thanksgiving 2013.” In honor of the holiday, I drew a special Thanksgiving self portrait. That way you’ll never forget this special day in 2012. I wanted to take a little time to make a short list of … Read the rest…
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 “_____ is dating _____”? Or how about these other newsworthy items? So and so wore _____ pants to the awards. You should have seen … Read the rest…
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 video as much as the next person. But I want the video to be about the music or enhance the music or help the … Read the rest…
