Miss Quincy
Yesterday the Dirty Birds (myself, Leora Cashe and Rebecca Lam) had bg session with the fabulous band, Miss Quincy at Neighbourhood Productions and the fabulous Matt Rogers (The Harpoonist and The Axe Murderer) at the helm. […]
Twist of Faith
Soooo….oooooo…… I had the opportunity to be in a movie this summer called ‘Twist of Faith’ with some mighty fine Vancouver folk, oh and TONI BRAXTON! It’s on this Saturday night at 8pm! Here’s hoping that I didn’t end up […]
BJ Block and Dawn Pemberton – We Cry
We are excited! In anticipation of our upcoming album, BJ Block and I have released a bonus track in partnership with the amazing organization, Nations Cry. All proceeds from the song, “We Cry” will go directly to humanitarian projects in […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.53 – Smile
Today a community of people gathered to say goodbye to a sweet friend, brother, son, nephew, and neighbour. What a gift it is to remember and grieve, celebrate and sob, and ponder and smile all in a single moment. […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.52 – Lay Back
“There’s a fire that you need to start from your love and pain”. Amen Brother!
Fall is approaching. I can feel it. The days are getting a little shorter, the night air is crisp and cool, it’s September. How did that […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.51 – Day Dreaming
I was never a huge Tweet fan. I’ve always loved her voice, but was never moved by her songs…. until now! She has a new album coming out soon. I’ve heard a few tracks off the release […]
Seducing Yourself Into Song
A few weeks ago, I took an amazing course called “Stand and Deliver“. It’s a fabulous public speaking experience that helps you to develop and refine the skills to speak confidently, effectively, from the heart and from a […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.50 – No Room For Doubt
Warm and mellow, just like this sunny day!
No Room For Doubt – Lianne La Havas ft. Willy Mason
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Sunday Slow Jam Vol.49 – Sweet Thing
Sweet Thing – Rufus feat. Chaka Khan
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Sunday Slow Jam Vol.48 – Unaware
This is a fantastic live performance. ♥
Unaware by Allen Stone
Let It Shine
This bright, beautiful human makes me want to be a better person. Wow, what an infectious source of light and wonder! Sujari Britt is amazing!
Find out more about Sujari Britt here.
♥
Write Now, Right Now
At this very moment I’m flexing my songwriting muscles and have begun a marathon of writing. I have to complete a shwack of songs in the next 3 weeks for various musical endeavours. Some songs have starts, some are co-writes […]
Devin Townsend Epicloud
Today a magnificent bunch of crazy, talented, “big voice” singers spent the evening recording vocals for Devin Townsend’s latest release, Epicloud. What a blast it was. His songs are thrilling, orchestral, intricate, chop busters, intelliegent and quirky. It […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.47 – Day Dreaming
“All Hail The Queen!”
Happy Birthday to the Queen of Soul, Ms. Aretha Franklin. What a blessing she is!
Day Dreaming, Aretha Franklin
Young, Gifted & Black (1972)
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.46 – Never Let Me Go
Beautiful prose, gorgeous delivery, warm tones, syrupy bass solo and great ensemble playing. One of my favourites.
Never let me go
Love me much, too much
If you let me go
Life will lose its touch
What Would I be
With […]
A Kick in The Right Direction
So….BJ and I are getting ready to record our follow-up album to The Land of Make Believe! Curious about how you can help us get our music out into the word? […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.45 – Harlem Heaven
Mentors are so important. I don’t know where I would be without the fabulous people in my life who cared enough to teach me something and share their passion and knowledge with me. All I can say is thank you!
A […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.44 – Rest In Peace Whitney
What a blessing you are. Your voice, your depth and your presence will be dearly missed.
Rest in Peace Whitney.
I Have Nothing If I Don’t Have You, Whitney Houston
This is tribute was tastefully done. I appreciate that Jennifer Hudson honoured […]
January 2012
JANUARY 2012
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.43 – D’Angelo’s Return?
There have been many rumours, mutterings, promises, assumptions over the last 12 years about D’Angelo’s return to the stage and studio. There have been “leaks” of unreleased material, hype in magazines and online, but nothing really became of all that […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.42 – Sunday Kind of Love
Dearest Etta,
Thank you for giving us your all, sharing your heart, your voice and your soul “every minute, every hour, everyday.”
You are loved and will be missed.
Sunday Kind of Love by Etta James
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.40 – I’m Coming Back
This is one of my faves……a track off of Lalah Hathaway’s newest album called, “Where It All Begins”. The whole album is quite tasty, but this track stood out to me. The groove, the bass playing, the use […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.39 – Idle Moments
Happy New Year! I hope you craft a year that entices you, inspires you and rewards you with grace, beauty and love. I trust that you will stretch out, re-invent, create space and have a few moments to daydream and […]
O Night Divine
Happy Holidays everyone! I hope that the mystery and magic of the Season inspires and transforms you!
Here is a lovely little video to from the last Wachu Concert Series.
On Friday, December 9th the Wachu Christmas […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.38 – What Does It Take
I would love to hear this on vinyl.
What Does It Take, Isaac Hayes
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.37 – Birds
For Wilson… this song is so poetic, simple and full of heart. Just like my friend.
I miss him.
Birds, Neil Young
Go to Gal – December 8th & 15th, 2011
TONIGHT and next Thursday, December 15th, our song “Just Be” will be featured on a sweet new show called “Go to Gal”. You can hear our song and watch the show […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.36 – Right For You
I am blessed with many lovely friends. Hilary is one of the finest and the dearest. She is inspiring, loving and extremely talented. ♥
Here is a tasty example of her gifts and talents:
(This song, gets me everytime.)
Right For You, […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.35 – Jupiter
A place I’d like to visit….
Jupiter, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.34 – I Remember
Vancouver has lost a beautiful soul this weekend, Randy Ponzio was a great person full of passion, integrity, joy and creativity. Watching him perform was witnessing someone do something they love, not because they wanted to, but because they had […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.32 – Have You Ever Loved A Woman
Sunday Slow Jams are back! I’ve had an amazing few months of travelling, learning, teaching connecting with cool folks and resting. I’m happy to get the slow jammage going again with the amazing Freddie King. I have been on a […]
October Glory
Everyday this time of year I am greeted by the most stunning and delightful scene.
Just imagine it: 2 blocks of sumptuous maple trees stretched to the heavens, reaching up and up […]
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.31 – Hear My Call
Beautiful, heart-stirring, honest, gorgeous. Simply stunning.
Hear My Call, Jill Scott
Sunday Slow Jam Vol.30 – Radio
I happily stumbled upon this artist a little while ago. I’m in love with the warmth of the album, it reminds me of a summer sunset on the westcoast. ♥
Radio by Emily King