She hovers just above the Western line
In her dark youth, she’s already traversed most of the sky
By the time I seek her out, in the denouement after dinner.
A secret smile glowing like a giant Cheshire cat.
And I smile back, with my own sweet secrets glowing inside.
viral integrity

We've been catching up/binging on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (which I HIGHLY recommend) and I'm repeatedly struck by how this vivid, entertaining, downright hilarious show is also a serious depiction of the artists' path (or that of any other … [Continue reading] about viral integrity
“Cactus” before and after

After posting that new demo of Cactus yesterday, I thought it might be interesting to show Daddy's original words and how they turned out as lyrics. You know, something edumacational. Also, it gives an idea of how long it can take to put a song … [Continue reading] about “Cactus” before and after
“Cactus” Demo
Every now and then, I do a quick video demo of a new song - part of it is to just put it out there, see how folks react, observe any resonance. I don't do this for every new song, just some of the ones that get me more excited than others. The other … [Continue reading] about “Cactus” Demo
It’s Hard Work

"there's a hole in my pocket, and it's leaking stars" You know that feeling when you realize the person you dreamed you'd be by now never quite got born? The courageous hero who saved the day? The shining diva who graced the giant stage? Anything … [Continue reading] about It’s Hard Work