Wednesday, August 29, 2018

August 29, 2018 at 10:46PM


YES tonight at the Greek. Man, Jon Anderson’s voice was flawless. This show was worth the price of admission just to hear him sing!

August 29, 2018 at 06:25PM


Pre YES dinner with my close friends, Dave and Erik.

Friday, August 24, 2018

August 24, 2018 at 08:06PM


Jacob and I spent the day in Ventura, comic book/collectible hunting, and of course, sharing a mound of french fries. An awesome adventure with my son.

Thursday, August 16, 2018

August 16, 2018 at 08:29AM


In my formative years, my interest in 60s r&b led me to two titans of music. The first was Otis Redding, and the second was Aretha. Describing her music as “timeless” is an understatement. What I discovered in the 1980s sounded as vital and fresh as it did in the 60s. Moreover, Aretha’s songs still sound contemporary in the 21st century. Not only did her music open my ears to some of the most humanistic performances ever, but it was something that Julie and I connected over when we met. Aretha’s music was with us throughout the 90s and has since been ingrained in the lives of our kids. I’m proud that Sophie and Jacob won’t be able to tell people when they first heard “Respect,” “Chain of Fools,” “I Never Loved a Man” and “Natural Woman” because those songs were always around when they were growing up. Today we lost a legend, a superlative that doesn’t seem great enough. Thank God we have the music. Her spirit will live on. RIP Ms. Franklin.

Saturday, August 4, 2018

August 04, 2018 at 09:47PM


Well, I guess Movie Pass is no longer working in my area. At least I got my money’s worth before they imploded.

Wednesday, August 1, 2018