I love when I hit the “genius” icon on my iPod. I never know what songs it will throw together on the playlist and I never know what gems it will throw at me. Today, I hit the “genius” for “Stare into the Sun” by Thrice. I have always loved the lyrics to that song and when “genius” gave me “Wake Up (Make a Move)” … Continue reading Wake Up (Make a Move)
“Missing You” by John Waite was one of my mom’s favorite songs. When I hear it or “I Can Dream About You” by Dan Hartman, I will always think of her. She’d sing along off key like it was no one’s business. She loved music just as much as I did. Now-a-days, when I hear the song, it’s almost at a moment when I need … Continue reading Missing You
I’m a Buffett fan. I wear the name Parrothead proudly. Buffett has always inspired me, told me stories through songs, etc. “12 Volt Man” is one of my favorite songs. I have always felt this song describes who I am to tee. “Sometimes I may be a little drastic, Sometimes I just let my feelings show, Sometimes I may be a bit sarcastic, most times … Continue reading 12 Volt Man
“Far Side of the World” by Jimmy Buffett played on my iPod and I realized, it captured the essence of why I love to travel and why I started this website and blog. I love to travel: drive, fly, cruise, walk…whatever. If I can travel, I am happy. I will travel for work, for fun, for personal reasons, and just because. There is nothing better … Continue reading Far Side of the World
“Music is my God, my Best Friend.” ~Ville Valo of H.I.M. I have a piece of audio with Ville saying that and when it pops up in my iTunes I always smile. It reminds me of the way music has touched me in my life. Music is my best friend. It has always been there for me in the best of times and the worst … Continue reading Music is my God, my Best Friend
This was the soundtrack to Barfly Barfly by Ray LaMontagne This song truly inspired the first chapter of the book. I was listening to the song and watching the rain fall outside. The first chapter just flowed from my fingertips. I loved the lyrics: “Slow down, you’re moving to fast. Kiss me before you go, I’m going nowhere baby.” Pizza and Wine by Marvelous 3 This … Continue reading Barfly: Music Playlist
My friendship with Gareth Asher started when his band Illbreak played Weenie Roast 10 on September 11, 2005 and was sealed over a Click-It-Sharpie. 6 years later, we are still friends and I am always amazed by Gareth. His music and lyrics are soulful, beautiful, and amazing. There are songs that are haunting and reflective, songs of love that is lost, and songs that just … Continue reading Getting it Right
It’s amazing how music can inspire. I was going through old playlists that were for some writing projects I had started and never finished. I’ll also post The Dumbing Down of Love’s playlist after I finish posting the novel as well. I stumbled onto a playlist “Untitled – Piers Druchark” and my interest in the project rekindled. It’s an untitled story with a man character … Continue reading Music Inspiration
This little gem of song popped up on my iPod yesterday and it reminded me a time long ago when I was lost in a emotional bad spot but this song with a few others probably saved my life. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akzT4HyAd4M?rel=0] “Climbing the Walls” by Stir Climbing the Walls I’m safe until the moment close my eyes Climbing the Walls I don’t know if I … Continue reading Climbing the Walls