A message about grinding and growing via Joshua Ray Walker (who just made his Opry debut!): It’s awesome to look back and think about playing 250 shows a year to like, 3 people a night in North Texas, and now being here. But when you’re actually in it, it’s really hard to see the growth. … Continue reading Joshua Ray Walker On Perspiration (Slowly, Then Suddenly) Becoming Perspective
Category: music
Sunday Music: Birtha (Best Band You Never Heard)
I don’t know how I missed this all-female band that mixed Zeppelin with Joplin with Bikini Kill energy before Bikini Kill was a thing. But I did. And until my girlfriend’s buddy Kenny said, “wait, you seriously never heard of Birtha?! We have to go to YouTube, right now," my life was incomplete. Don’t feel … Continue reading Sunday Music: Birtha (Best Band You Never Heard)
The Three Faders Of Money, Time, And Effort
Money, time, and effort are all sliding scales (or faders, for my music people) that move up or down relative to one another. If you have a ton of money, you won’t have to put as much time or effort in. If you have no money, you’ll need to invest a lot of time and … Continue reading The Three Faders Of Money, Time, And Effort
9-5’ers Anthem
I was in a conversation with some business owners and they were talking about how the group of them really could “burn the midnight oil.” I know working too much or too hard and building a culture of non-stop is dangerous. But, I have a soft spot for passionate people who obsess over getting their … Continue reading 9-5’ers Anthem
Dave Grohl’s Tip On How To Get ANYTHING (From A Musician At Least)
“If you want something from a musician - ask their girlfriend.” - Dave Grohl* *Noted on his behalf and from experience, this is not gender specific. If you want someone who is a little all over the place to do something, ask the person who gets them to focus. It’s really not about musicians at … Continue reading Dave Grohl’s Tip On How To Get ANYTHING (From A Musician At Least)
Sunday Music: Living The Dream (Sturgill Simpson)
Malcolm Gladwell casually dropped a reference to the time he exclusively listened to Sturgill Simpson’s Metamodern Sounds in Country Music during his interview with Rick Rubin. You probably already know I’m a big fan of Gladwell and Simpson (click those links if you didn’t). I love(d) that record and have been down the rabbit hole … Continue reading Sunday Music: Living The Dream (Sturgill Simpson)
The Beatles Vs. The Beach Boys (Creative Competition)
It wasn’t a battle, but it was inspired reaction. The Beatles make Rubber Soul. Brian Wilson loves the record, and next thing you know The Beach Boys release Pet Sounds. Paul Mccartney hears “God Only Knows” and is inspired to make Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Contemporaries competing by turning each successive turn into … Continue reading The Beatles Vs. The Beach Boys (Creative Competition)
Proofreading Tips From Frank Sinatra
I’m pretty sure they taught us in middle school to read our papers/essays/etc. out loud to help with proofreading. I’ve been working on my read-it-out-loud-but-mostly-in-your-head voice ever since. The rhythm, tone, and inflection all matter. Speaking the words, helps you… feel it. If you need some inspiration, look no further than Frank Sinatra’s “Medley: The … Continue reading Proofreading Tips From Frank Sinatra
Sunday Music: Busta Re-Lights The Fuse
Busta Rhymes’ voice is an instrument. I don’t know if after Extinction Level Event 2 he remembered how much fun he could have, but he’s back with a new EP, The Fuse Is Lit, and it’s great. He’s experimenting (whatever “Bulletproof Skin” is), crossing generations (“Slap” with Big Daddy Kane and Conway over a classic … Continue reading Sunday Music: Busta Re-Lights The Fuse
Sunday Music: NEW Playlist For January 2023
Thanks to those of you who have been asking for a new playlist. This one has been in the works since last fall - and courtesy of a job change, moving across state lines, and surviving COVID Christmas, it’s ready for your consumption. I had a lot of moods in the past 6 months and … Continue reading Sunday Music: NEW Playlist For January 2023