Divination and the Art of Songwriting

Death is a funny thing.  No, not physiological death, but “Death,”…


Counter-Couture: The Prêt-à-Porter Songwriting Notebook

Remember my “couture” songwriting notebook?  Of course you…


(Not So) Big In Japan - Songwriting in Nihon-Koku

Is there an upside to writer’s block?  Yup.  It’s the excuse every…


London Calling - Gothic Songwriting in the Swinging City

My songwriting trip to London was a comedy of highs and lows.  On the bright…


Practical Couture: The Songwriting Notebook

Next week, I'm heading to London for seven days of songwriting tourism.  Okay,…