There’s a longer version of this story that probably belongs in a memoir someday.

This isn’t that version.

This is just to say:
the songs are finished.

Six months ago, I thought this project would already be complete. It ended…

I moved to Minneapolis on July 4th, 2002.

I was 22, fresh out of a white suburban Republican home in Omaha, and shaped by a conservative Baptist church that handed me a very small map of the world. I…

Choosing the Songs

How I Narrowed Down 100+ Songs to One Setlist

Before I ever stepped into a rehearsal room with my band, I had already written over 100 songs since moving to Nashville.

Not all of them came in…

Finding the Players

How I Found My Band

Starting a band in Nashville is a little like dating—with instruments. You’re looking for chemistry, shared values, good timing, and hopefully, someone who doesn’t ghost you after one rehearsal.

In a town…

The Spark

Why I Decided It Was Time to Start a Band in Nashville

When I moved to Nashville in August of 2023, I had a simple, focused plan for year one:

Write 50 songs.
Grow in my song craft.…

Last week, I had the chance to hear Laura Veltz speak in one of my classes, and let me tell you, her insights on songwriting hit me right in the heart. If you’re into songwriting like I am, you probably…

As I’m putting together my next album and planning its release, I’ve been reflecting on an unforgettable live show I saw last weekend—Maggie Rogers and Ryan Beatty. Both artists brought their own unique touch to their performances, creating experiences that…

The other night, I had the privilege of attending an unforgettable session with legendary songwriter Craig Wiseman as part of the Hit Songwriter Series at Vanderbilt's Blair School of Music. For those unfamiliar with Craig, he’s one of country music’s…

Hey beautiful supporters,

I hope this message finds you well. It's been nearly a week since the end of the retreat, and I've had some time to reflect and readjust back to the real world. This retreat was a huge…

Dear Wonderful Supporters,

I wanted to share some profound experiences from the retreat with all of you. Yesterday was a day of significant growth and multiple breakthroughs for me, and I'm filled with gratitude for the support that has brought…

Dear Supporters,

I wanted to share an incredible experience from yesterday at the retreat. We spent the day allowing ourselves to dream of a future where we are truly realized and fully functioning as our highest selves, without getting bogged…

Hi wonderful supporters,

I wanted to share another update from the retreat, along with a photo of me and some of my fellow retreaters hanging out in the kitchen of this beautiful mansion.

Yesterday was a challenging yet incredibly important…

Hello Everyone,

I wanted to share an update from my journey at the retreat, along with a photo from my refreshing morning walk.

Recap of Yesterday:

My day started with a carpool from NYC to the retreat in Wawarsing, NY…

Hey there, Wonderful Supporters!

I hope you're all doing fantastic! First off, I just want to send a massive thank you to each and every one of you for being so incredibly awesome and supportive. Your generosity has truly blown…

Hey everyone,

I'm thrilled to share a deeply personal journey with you. For over 25 years, I've been living my dream as an independent singer-songwriter, releasing albums, performing, and navigating the intricate dance between creativity and business. Along the way…

Hey friends! 📸✂️ I'm coming to you with some exciting news and a fresh vibe – I finally took the plunge after two years and got a professional haircut! A huge shoutout to the amazing Hanna at The Moose -…

I've always been a believer in the magic of music and the beauty of diverse musical genres. Last night, I had the privilege of immersing myself in the grandeur of a symphony, surrounded by the sheer power of sound created…

There's something truly special about the bond between siblings, and when music weaves its way into that relationship, it becomes even more extraordinary. I recently had the pleasure of sharing a few incredible days with my brother, Lloyd, here in…

Hey there, music enthusiasts! I recently had a night that was nothing short of magical, and I couldn't wait to share it with you.

I finally got to experience the enchanting live performance of the one and only Rufus Wainwright…

Hey there, wonderful friends! I recently had the pleasure of sharing a special video update with my mailing list, reflecting on my first month in Nashville, and it got me thinking: I'd love to invite YOU to come along on…

One of the most cherished moments of my recent years was spending an afternoon with David Hansen, working on a song about his hometown. David was an incredibly humble and gifted individual, and it was an honor to create something…

Last year I made some predictions about my 2022 and promised to revisit them at the end of the year to see what came to fruition and what fell by the wayside.

Here are my 2022 self-predictions followed by…

On November 3, 1997 I stepped onto a stage and performed an original song for the very first time.

Over the next 12 months I'll be sharing memories, reconnecting with old collaborators and digging through the archives to…

This past weekend we lost a dear friend, and an original member of my band the Seven Deadlies. John Klemmensen passed away on April 30th. I got the news minutes before my performance last Sunday at Murphys Irish Pub and…