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Announcing the Dark Water EP
As some of you might know, on September 9th, I went into the studio for the second time this year to record the Dark Water - EP.
Dark water is about artistry and applying your work ethically, and honoring the artist before the entertainer by displaying its value, but not discrediting its habitual, emotional, and spiritual implications.
The music starts in late 2009 to early 2010, shortly after I moved to Texas.
I spent a lot of time with a man speaking about my early childhood and the things that have plagued me emotionally. We spoke on many things, but what this record talks about are the things that I was too ashamed to say. I wore a mask of the man I'd made myself become so that I could deal with the truth I was hiding through my blatant honesty.
The record also reflects this current time in my life, where the dangers of uncertainty and having to measure risk plague me with fear; however, by the Lord's grace he offers us the option of His repentance for the safety of resting in Him.
Like a boat on a river of water and blood, a man proceeds down the crystal waters of a tributary, fouled with streams of failure in being a servant of God, yet glorified with the streams of Christ Jesus’ blood.
One must follow the source of Jesus’ redemptive flow at all costs of obedience, sacrifice, and offering through the crystal stream, through the treacherous storm, and finally to the celestial shore of His great kingdom where His work is to be done.
At the close of the record, the river splits towards two directions, and the message is carved: which path with you take?
champagne wreckless
Our Biggest Threat per Elon Musk
I've been following the AI thing for a while now. It's very interesting, to say the least. It good to hear this perspective. I think it's important.
I gave to the flood relief effort some today. It's the first time, since Harvey, that I had any empathy for the situation.
river hymn
[his]image
his image.
Dallas: Where're you gonna go when it floods?
To see some friends...
Compilation Recording with CSR!
Last night, we had an amazing time recording the compilation record for CSR. I am so honored to be featured on such an amazing talented line up of artists. There will be more on this as details become available.
In the mean time please enjoy this video of my new track that will be featured on the CD entitled "River Hymn".
"Calling Out Your Name" Instrumental Version Available on Spotify!
Upcoming Sessions
I don't know what to say right now, but I want to say it.
There always seems to be a stir of emotions as studio sessions come up. I haven't been to the studio before during this time of year, so it's hard to get my brain honed in on what I'm doing. Luckily, I have had this said stirring.
All of a sudden the songs start to make sense in the sequence I'm presenting them.
NEW BUNDLES
Appearances
August
August: Summer's downshift.
It may still be hot, but the "Summer" is over.
It's a bit of a sad time. A time to remember loss. A time to recognize death as part of this life. To note the decay in the wobble of the spinning top.
Back To Work
I'd like to announce that I'm in preparation to go back to the studio to record, what I am now calling, the Water - EP.
There will be some other fun stuff to go along with this, and there will be more info on that later.
Vaporwave & .Gifs
I recently learned about this genre of music called "vaporwave". I'm really digging it.
I've also recently learned how to put .gif[s] on my blog, which makes for a more interactive experience in sharing. Check out these visuals from last weekend with my bros...
A couple of my best buds...
Saturday
Sunday
Refinancing
It's like the most adult thing I've ever done.
Summer Nights
Summer Nights in small towns is one of the best ways to spend a life. The fireworks were amazing, and it's so awesome to be in some of the best company with funnel cakes and snow balls.
Impact Church Family
I just got back from Church Camp at Trinity Pines with the youth group at Impact Church. I've been with these guys for almost three years, and I have to say that my relationship with the church (and this church in particular) has become one of my most valuable assets in life.
Last night I dreamed of Sam.
We were at my mom's house. It was night time. We started having small talk with each other as we were walking out side to go smoke a cigarette.
In the moment I realized that he had been dead, and I hadn't seen in a long time. We hugged each other abruptly and tightly.
We released each other from our embrace. I asked him if he was sleeping over at Mom's. He said he was sleeping at Vicky's.
Solstice
It was today or yesterday.
the summer usually has me more inclined for writing. In 2010, I first wrote of Summer's Lust. Sensuality is increased; and the foliage is thriving. It can be a dangerous season.