I'm very thankful for the albums that kept me company through this trying year. Here are my top 6 albums of 2016 as well as a Spotify playlist featuring my favorite songs of the year.
1. Porches - Pool…
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Half-off Everything Online - Friday, Nov 25th
Happy Thanksgiving!
For me this holiday is about being grateful for what I have. My day usually includes spending time with loved ones and enjoying every sight, smell, taste and sound that surrounds me. This year I'll be…
Read moreSong Challenge: “Milk Bone” | November 29, 2016
The optional song challenge for this meeting is “Milk Bone”. Try to write a new song that stems from this phrase. Let your creativity take you wherever it leads. Your end result does not have to include the exact phrase…
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Finding Inspiration: Daily Writing
Developing a writing habit is a common strategy songwriters use to encourage inspiration. Try writing a little bit everyday and see if inspiration comes to visit you more often.
Download this PDF of daily writing prompts compiled by the BSE…
Read moreSong Challenge: “My Second Hand” | November 15, 2016
The optional song challenge for the next meeting is “My Second Hand”. Try to write a new song that stems from this phrase. Let your creativity take you wherever it leads. Your end result does not have to include the…
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The Truth Shop
I could hardly believe my eyes when I saw the name of the shop: THE TRUTH SHOP.
The saleswoman was very polite: What type of truth did I wish to purchase, partial or whole? The…
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My favorite songs: Perfect Day by Lou Reed
Perfect Day by Lou Reed is one of my favorite songs of all time. I have to admit the first time I heard it was on the Trainspotting soundtrack, but it grabbed me immediately and became a song that…Read more
Why I Write Sad Songs
Many people have asked me why I write so many sad songs. Here is the best explanation I can give right now:
We all deal with a constant stream of emotions and often are too busy to give them…
Read moreSong Challenge: “Not Before My Coffee” | November 1, 2016
The optional song challenge for the next BSE meeting is “Not Before My Coffee”. Try to write a new song that stems from this phrase. Let your creativity take you wherever it leads. Your end result does not have to…
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