I moved to Minneapolis on July 4th, 2002.

I was 22, fresh out of a white suburban Republican home in Omaha, and shaped by a conservative Baptist church that handed me a very small map of the world. I…

Choosing the Songs

How I Narrowed Down 100+ Songs to One Setlist

Before I ever stepped into a rehearsal room with my band, I had already written over 100 songs since moving to Nashville.

Not all of them came in…

Finding the Players

How I Found My Band

Starting a band in Nashville is a little like dating—with instruments. You’re looking for chemistry, shared values, good timing, and hopefully, someone who doesn’t ghost you after one rehearsal.

In a town…

The Spark

Why I Decided It Was Time to Start a Band in Nashville

When I moved to Nashville in August of 2023, I had a simple, focused plan for year one:

Write 50 songs.
Grow in my song craft.…

The other night, I had the privilege of attending an unforgettable session with legendary songwriter Craig Wiseman as part of the Hit Songwriter Series at Vanderbilt's Blair School of Music. For those unfamiliar with Craig, he’s one of country music’s…

Hey beautiful supporters,

I hope this message finds you well. It's been nearly a week since the end of the retreat, and I've had some time to reflect and readjust back to the real world. This retreat was a huge…

Dear Wonderful Supporters,

I wanted to share some profound experiences from the retreat with all of you. Yesterday was a day of significant growth and multiple breakthroughs for me, and I'm filled with gratitude for the support that has brought…

Dear Supporters,

I wanted to share an incredible experience from yesterday at the retreat. We spent the day allowing ourselves to dream of a future where we are truly realized and fully functioning as our highest selves, without getting bogged…

Hi wonderful supporters,

I wanted to share another update from the retreat, along with a photo of me and some of my fellow retreaters hanging out in the kitchen of this beautiful mansion.

Yesterday was a challenging yet incredibly important…

Hello Everyone,

I wanted to share an update from my journey at the retreat, along with a photo from my refreshing morning walk.

Recap of Yesterday:

My day started with a carpool from NYC to the retreat in Wawarsing, NY…

Recently, I had the enriching opportunity to reconnect with my mentor, Rebekah Powell, through a session organized by NSAI. Reflecting on this discussion, I am excited to share how it has impacted my journey and growth as an artist.

Progress…

Hey everyone,

I'm thrilled to share a deeply personal journey with you. For over 25 years, I've been living my dream as an independent singer-songwriter, releasing albums, performing, and navigating the intricate dance between creativity and business. Along the way…

There's something truly special about the bond between siblings, and when music weaves its way into that relationship, it becomes even more extraordinary. I recently had the pleasure of sharing a few incredible days with my brother, Lloyd, here in…

Hey there, music enthusiasts! I recently had a night that was nothing short of magical, and I couldn't wait to share it with you.

I finally got to experience the enchanting live performance of the one and only Rufus Wainwright…

Neil Young is one of my favorite recording artists. It started for me back in 2002, when I was living in Minneapolis. One of my favorite rituals, after any rainstorm, was to walk to the record store down the street…

Here are my predictions for the year ahead.

2022 Self-predictions

1. I will be more visible and accessible through monthly livestreams, monthly email newsletters and bi-weekly blog posts.
2. I will start a local songwriting club to support and encourage others.
3. I…

Connection is the reason I make music. During this time of mandatory isolation, many of my musician friends have turned to live streaming as a way to stay connect with others. Unfortunately that's not an option for me since there's…

About a week before businesses started shutting down due to COVID-19, I started my new job as a cashier at the local grocery store. Since grocery stores are considered an "essential service" I have continued to work my regular hours…

On Friday, September 6th I visited the KQBM studio to chat and play a few songs. The hosts of "Down from the Mountain", Kat and Den have been a big encouragement to me since moving to the area. I…

Ideally, as a performing singer-songwriter, the majority of my time and effort should be focused on (1) writing the best songs possible, (2) continuing to develop my musical abilities, (3) leading productive rehearsals with my band and (4) giving memorable…

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…

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…

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…