Once upon a time...

A while back I posted that I was working on a 60s spy-themed bossa nova album.

And, I actually have songs written for it and all but it became a very involved project (I am planning to fly out to LA and record with Dan Garcia on saweeet vintage mics and such) so I'm putting it off for just a bit and am currently working on a record lyrically themed around...

Fairy tales!

And musically inspired by:

The Beatles

Especially John Lennon

And some Billie Holiday

And even a little Fats Waller.

So be sure to follow along the next ten to eleven weeks to see behind-the-scenes stuff, maybe a vlog or two, see inspiration from and for the songs, ET CETERA!  Very exciting.

The End.  (or, the beginning)

It's Real

Someone posted this on Facebook and I've pretty much been playing it repeatedly since then.  I love, love, love the other, full-band version, but this one is so heartfelt, simple and divine.  


Hope your week is off to a marvelous start!

The Beatles. Enough Said.

Photo from here

So, yeah, the Beatles are amazing. They changed the sound of pop music and continue to be an influence on songwriters today. And I know they wrote smart music, ironic and meaningful music, protest music, but my favorite of their songs are their love songs. And though I admire John Lennon's cleverness and vision, I'm really more of a fan of Paul's songwriting - sweet, charming or kinda sexy.

Which of the Beatles' do you think was the best (or at least your favorite) songwriter? Why? I plan to do a song sketch by whichever one wins the poll!

P.S. Feel free to follow me! I promise only ever to lead you to bright, sunny places!

P.P.S. It looks like most of you are like me and take forever to take down decorations; 60% of those who answered said you leave them up for a while! Yay for procrastinators! And I guess the general consensus is that to de-decorate, ya just have to grin and bear it. Oh well.

The Smile's Returning to Their Faces... Song Sketch

This is another song that came up in my "what songs make you happy" giveaway! It was definitely a long, cold winter so this song is a reminder to me to appreciate the gorgeous, albeit very hot, sun. Plus, I have a feeling good things are on their way... So!

Of course you all know who wrote this song - the amazing George Harrison. I actually tend to prefer the Beatles' more bluesy songs, but this one is still a favorite.

And you, is there anything new and sunshiny in your life?

If you would like a copy of this song for you, just let me know in a comment! If it's your first request, please leave your email address as well.

P.S. Feel free to follow me! I promise only ever to lead you to bright, sunny places!

P.P.S. I have a brand, new original album out! If you download it and looooove it, please write a lovely review on the site from which you purchased it!