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Being Who You’re Born to Be

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As any artist of any kind can tell you, following your heart and your soul and your muse to create something meaningful is very hard, especially when you are creating in the midst of criticism. I’ve dealt with my fair … Continue reading

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What I Learned in Africa – Part 2: Melody, Harmony, and Other Things We All Have in Common

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“It matters not what country the musician or the fan comes from. Music is a language that all understand.” –Victor Wooten This quote is actually from a book I was reading while I was in Malawi, and I saw it … Continue reading

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I’m Too Young To Have A Teenage Daughter!

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I’ve been saying this phrase over and over for the past week, but it hasn’t helped. It’s true… as of today, I am the father of a teenage girl. AHHHHHHHHH!!!!! It seems like only yesterday we were bringing Cassidy home … Continue reading

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The Creator’s Manifesto

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The Creator’s Manifesto Create (kre-āt): verb; to bring into existence; cause to happen as a result of one’s actions. Welcome to a brand new year! If you’re like me, you’ve probably set a few goals for 2013. One of the … Continue reading

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It’s Not About You

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I’ve been in the music business for over 20 years. In those 20 years, this business of music has changed in many ways, primarily in the area of technology. Recording equipment has become more affordable and more “user-friendly”, while information … Continue reading

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In Remembrance: “A Better Place”

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I waited a day late to post this, primarily because I spent much of Memorial Day doing other things, thinking about what I would type up for this post. By the end of the day, I knew what I needed … Continue reading

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17 Years and Counting

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This past Sunday was a very special day. It was, of course, Easter Sunday, a day set aside for those of us who are Christians to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Although we are reminded … Continue reading

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Finally… Song of the Day #31: When I Think of You

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Okay… I’m ending my month of songwriting on an “up” note: Yet another love song. A week from tomorrow, my wife and I will be celebrating 17 years together. Sometimes it feels like just yesterday that we tied the knot, … Continue reading

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Song of the Day #30: Brave

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I have many friends. Some of them are not afraid to ask when they need help. They know that they can’t face the problems of life alone, and they know that if they have a problem, they can call on … Continue reading

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Song of the Day #29: Wish

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One of the hardest things about being in a relationship, especially a marriage relationship, is the “art of compromise”. It’s so hard to get along with someone when you don’t see eye to eye with them. That’s when you have … Continue reading

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