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Animated Short Project
August 15, 2010
Hey everyone! I just wanted to share the link to my secondary blog dedicated to the process and goings-on of the film project I've started with a few of my siblings. It's based on music I've written. I came up with a loose plot line and we're expanding from there in a collaborative effort to create something fantastic. It's explained better over here. And It Hurts: Film ProjectBe sure to subscribe… (read more)
Live at Beatnik's: Set List
August 7, 2010
The first six videos are available on Youtube and the hits keep coming! Thank you so much for the support. Here is a full setlist of the Beatnik's performance so you know what to look forward to plus the cover art for the whole concert!1 -  Nothing But Blessings2 -  Every Time It Rains (This Stone)3 -  It Kills4 -  Stay (new song!)5 -  Sideshow6 -  This Is The Life For Me7 -  Bite Your Tongue8… (read more)
YouTube, new EP, shows, and a band...
August 7, 2010
YouTube: So we're half way through the Live at Beatnik's YouTube spectacle and I wanted to send a big thanks out to everyone for watching, enjoying, subscribing, and spreading the links around! There's 7 more videos on the way so check back on Tuesday for the next batch! mmm, tasty videos.The new EP: Since last year, I've been working on this odd-ball recording/sampling project and I'm proud to say… (read more)
DAM Newsletter : July 2010
July 26, 2010
Hello everypeoples and welcome to another update for yours truly.Thanks to everybody that came from near and far last thursday night. But if you missed that show, I've got something great coming up. Starting this Tuesday (July 27) I will be releasing three videos from the show at Beatnik's every week until the full show is available on Youtube. (4 videos the last week.) That's 13 videos - an entire… (read more)
It's been HOW long??!
June 20, 2010
So yeah. I know it. It's been months! I got all caught up in playing shows and enjoying bouncing around the state that I forgot to update the blog! So let's recap the "Live at The Q" CD release and tour. The short version: New CD = Very Yes!Long version: I set out to record a live album. Check! I set out to sell enough CDs to raise money to donate to The Q Arts Corporation (Non-Profit Artist's Community).… (read more)
New Website
January 17, 2010
Thanks to this amazing new service from FourFour.com, I'm able to create a brand new, clean, and informative website without have to start from scratch again! It's beautiful, it's sleek, and it's all mine. Muwahahahaha.In all seriousness though, I am excited about 2010. There is so much that can be accomplished. I only need to pick which projects I want to start and run with them. Live at The Q is… (read more)
Live at The Q: The album is real & it's coming!
December 30, 2009
Friends, Fans, Family, and Food-products,Merry Happy, and Happy Merry! How was your holiday-type seasonal celebration? Mine turned out just fine. You know why? Good food with family and a quiet interlude slipping into the New Year's Eve celebrations. All the while I've been plotting the eventual release of Live at The Q. It started as a silly attempt at testing my digital recorders abilities (with… (read more)
'Tis the season...for a new cd!
December 3, 2009
Sorry for the lack of posting in the way of extending blogs. I've been keeping it to the micro-blogging through twitter (and everywhere else) but it's time for a monthly wrap-up (november, that is.)November. Man, oh man. I managed to finally get some great audio at The Q gigs. This means the live album is going to be a reality, not just something I talk about for three months at gigs. Over the course… (read more)
The EP : Digital Distribution
October 28, 2009
That's right people, 'demo for the solo listener' will be available soon for digital download from iTunes (USA, Australia/NZ, Canada, Japan), as well as Rhapsody, Napster, and Amazon. I will let you know as soon as it it officially available. There's a new album cover designed for this release (you'll see that soon too.) So keep your eyes open for news about this and that and everything!As some of… (read more)
Live at The Q...album or junk?
October 17, 2009
Well well. I've listened to the recording of the show and wound up with 17 tracks adding up to just about 72 minutes. Almost like I knew what I was doing. And that is without the chatting and screwing around. If I kept that stuff, this would be too long for one CD. That being said, I am trying to decide if I want to use all the tracks or whittle it down to the best of it. There's definitely room for… (read more)
testing testing...
October 10, 2009
So I am trying to connect this blog to Facebook and Myspace with different applications within both networking websites, but I'm having trouble getting things off the ground. But having Myspace, Facebook, iLike, Twitter, and Blogger all connected means less individual updates and time spent wisely. So...hang in there while I figure this out.Oh yeah -and if you hadn't noticed, the website I had at… (read more)
The Website Moved...
June 9, 2009
...and I bet you didn't know!The server I was on before wasn't working anymore so I moved my hosting over to a better cheap-as-free service. If the mp3s aren't working yet, don't fret. They will be back in a few days (still getting used to how they do things at my new web-home.)Speaking of mp3s, right now you can hear the whole 'demo for the solo listener' EP on myspace plus the extra track that's… (read more)
Update: The last month
April 30, 2009
So it's been a roller coaster couple months. Shows coming and going. CDs flying everywhere. A veritable whirlwind of work, shows, life, and everything in between. And I have barely kept up with it. But this saturday is the last show I have booked right now and probably a much needed break to refocus and get some more recording done. (need to finish a particular project that I've been neglecting!)This… (read more)
I survived the epic day/night
March 21, 2009
Wow. Yesterday was a test of endurance. Long, long day.After a manic shift at work, I rushed around to prepare for the evening of music. My day started at 8am and went until 3am. Dag yo. At the Q, I played 2 1/2 hours for a small and wonderful audience with new faces and new perspectives. Then I packed up and hauled over to Ralph's Diner for another set. Which actually started at 1220. I played for… (read more)
March & April Shows
March 4, 2009
There are a bunch of shows coming in March and April and more waiting beyond that. So check out the schedule, find a show, and try one on for size. There are all ages events as well as 21+. Check the venues for their rules on this matter as I cannot set individual preference at most venues. Obviously most bars will be 18+ or 21+ with a few exceptions.I'll be returning to Brooklyn, NY for a couple… (read more)
Now on Facebook and iLike!
February 13, 2009
If you've got facebook, check out the link on my profile. Also, if you like to have applications on facebook, there is a great mp3/performance/etc app. called iLike from ilike.com. Now you've got about five ways to find out where I'm playing and hear my music! Brilliant!Those mp3s are still up for grabs too on Myspace! (details for the downloads are in my profile.)Go on and steal my music! (read more)
Two Free mp3s @ Myspace
February 11, 2009
I've made two tracks available for download at Myspace! "Come See" from the demo for the solo listener EP as well as my brand new song "Bite Your Tongue" - These will both be available for a limited time. I hope you enjoy them.____________________________________________Apart from amazing turn outs at shows, selling all my copies of the EP, and recovering from the sinus-plague that has been attacking… (read more)
The EP / The latest...
January 18, 2009
The new EP is here! Yeah, I know, I didn't tell anyone it was coming. It came together really quickly, so quick in fact, that I didn't really have any spare time to hype it. But that's ok! I've got the rest of the year to talk about this, and several other records that I have planned. Lots of ideas have been bouncing around the last couple weeks. But I digest...Back to the news.The 'demo for the solo… (read more)
Merry 2009
January 3, 2009
So it's the new year, yeah? Yes. My feelings on this are a mixed bag. Several parts psyched, a couple parts scared, and one part cynical, (per square inch...or something.) I have a lot I'm trying to do, though I'm not sure what the half of it all really is or means. I'm simply doing something and that's how it should be. The shows I play early this year are fleshing out songs and ideas and a means… (read more)
NYC - Part 2
December 23, 2008
The first blog was focusing on just Thursday. Here's highlights of the rest...Friday: here was a lot of subway-riding and blocks and blocks of walking in snow and sleet and puddles and muck while trying to get to the MET. We paid 25 cents each to get in! (Tip: You have to mention the "suggested donation" option and you can give whatever you can afford.) The featured collection that we found ourselves… (read more)
Greetings from NYC
December 20, 2008
I'm in a red room (Upstairs, Red Room) with original art on the walls. A 6 x 6 canvas with a half finished pen/pencil/charcoal piece. Little scraps of ideas everywhere. I've got the apartment to myself while my sister and her friend hang some of their art in a gallery in the Bronx. So, I'm alone in the city...and I'm writing. I am actually taking a break from the lyrics to write this entry and expound… (read more)
Deer-smasher
December 14, 2008
I hit a deer on the highway tonight - hit it's head as it tried to cross the highway from the median. So I'm updating my website while trying to shake it off. For now, that's it. A short note. A sad note. (read more)
Demo tracks y mas
December 7, 2008
Hey everyone. I've posted two new tracks. Most of you have never heard. These are just demo tracks, but I felt it necessarily to keep things fresh! Let me know what you think. Add them to your profile...whatever you want.Also in the news, I'm building a website which should be in working order by the end of the week. It will be home to more music, lyrics, poetry, art, photos, and anything else I want… (read more)
Happy Birthday J.B.
November 18, 2008
Today is Jeff's 42ndthst birthday. This is a short bit of lyrics from a song I wrote two years ago for Buckley's birthday..."Birthday Prayer"...Tonight I look to the pastTo all the actions that led to the devistating haltTo futures all unseen, unclearI'm certain we'll be right hereIt's not your faultYou, my love, are allowed to leave behindSo many uncounted reasons to smile, and cry, and loveYou,… (read more)