I did it...

I performed my civic duty today --- like i said awhile back, it's been several years since I've voted, I've never felt the need to get involved before. I don't know if it's because I'm older and have more responsibilities (notice i didn't say more responsible), or if it's because I've been hearing about this election for two years now and it's ingrained in my brain that I must vote. Either way, I felt the need to be involved this year.... and yes, I voted!

I've always been a fan of Pete Yorn and he's on my myspace page so i get updates from his people. I got an email earlier this week talking about a song he wrote...

I wrote American Blues Vol. 1. on the 4th of July after reading the morning paper. It's unlike any song I've ever written. I was moved by how much negativity I was reading about and how even groups were boycotting Independence Day because they were so disgusted with the state of our Nation. I was hoping things would improve...they obviously haven't yet...but I know they will in time. I sent the song to some friends and one of them (a really old friend of mine who is actually a huge reason I didn't give up on a musical career back in 1998) was really affected by the message. He always has had an unwavering faith in America and has always been able to laugh when times got tough. The video for American Blues Vol. 1 was made by this friend of mine. He is not a video-director...just a guy from New Jersey who wanted to put images to a song that hit home for him. He wanted me to share it.....so here is American Blues Vol. 1.

http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=44322343

Check it out and tell me what you think... it's kinda ironic I saw it the day i voted, makes me even more confidant in my choice.

PS - If you are looking for a place to early vote & live/work in Southern Davidson County, the Church of Christ on Edmonson Pike is a new early voting location that no one knows about... there was no wait, I walked in and out w/in 5 minutes.

Help a Friend Out...

As many of you know I dated a songwriter awhile back. Dating a songwriter is different, they live a different lifestyle then most. So one of the good things about the relationship was I was introduced lot of live music by people that i would have never found on my own.

One of those people is Matt Ramsey - you can tell by the lyrics he writes and his music that he is a good guy, a very talented good guy.

Matt made a video with some friends that isn't half bad and somehow the video has made its way to the CMT Music City Madness contest -- much like March madness, 64 videos are competing.

Matt's not doing so well in his competition and honestly, his video rocks compared to the other dude.. so if you a moment follow this link to check out a new artist that's signing a song he wrote with my songwriter ex. Maybe it's the next big radio hit?!?

http://www.cmt.com/videos/misc/289364/matt-ramsey-it-still-hurts-music-city-madness-3.jhtml

Good luck Matt.

New Hayes Carll Video

I discovered Hayes on myspace last year and instanly became a huge fan. He recently released a new album and here is the latest single.

It's pretty funny... ENJOY...


Hayes Carll She Left Me For Jesus Music video



If you get a chance check him out on myspace to to listen to some of his other songs.

http://www.myspace.com/hayescarll

Debate or Debacle... My Friend??

As I mentioned several months ago, I've never been a follower of politics. I hate to admit it but the last time I voted was when Bredesen ran for Governor the first time around -- so 6 - 7 years ago.

But over the past few months I've become more in tune with this year's Presidential Election - I'm not sure if it's because it's been going on for so darn long that it's ingrained in my brain, or maybe it's because over the past year (since they have started this whole campaigning debacle) I have seen my savings dwindle, the value of my home plummet and the cost to fill up my tank double.

Tonight I actually sat down and watched the debate - first time I have ever sat and listened to an entire debate (of any kind). Is this how they always are? I feel like I don't know much more about what either of these gentleman plan to do with our country then I did 2 hours ago.

Each of them were asked poignant questions from real people that neither truly answered. Oh, they sat there and talked, and talked, and talked but was the person's question actually answered? No! They're more focused on the other's past experiences (or lack of), past congressional votes, past everything -- but didn't answer the questions about how they are going to help us make our way through the future.

I feel like it was a waste of my two hours but at least it gave me something to blog about though - which i will end with this question/comment: What is up with McCain calling everyone 'My Friend'? You can call me your 'friend' once you prove to me that you can help me build my savings back up, raise my home value, and put cheaper gas (or other type of fuel) in my car... until then... I think I'm still an Obama supporter.