Ahhh...the sound is driving me bonkers

I just finished a very productive day of: guitar playing, songwriting, watching multiple episodes of old 90210, a little work, a little socializing, etc. etc. Yep, it's such a crazy life I lead. The bummer of the day is that the high in Austin was MAYBE 50 degrees...boo. Oh, and there is this strange hissing noise outside my apartment that started a few hours ago and won't stop. So I need to complain a bit about that to make myself feel better, b/c sleep is obviously many more hours away. Double boo.

In good news...I just made some real plans to get into the studio in early January to lay down some demo tunes. Now, don't go gittin your britches in a knot...we're talkin 3 - 4 of my songs, so no S. Rose full-length record yet! I'm going to be working with Rich Brotherton (of Robert Earl Keen), and I am super excited about that. And a little intimidated as well, but it should be fabulous.

I take off for the hills of North Carolina in less than 1 week for the holiday festivities. Oh, birthday festivities too and if anyone asks, I am turning 26 (part deux). Since so so many of my blog posts (okay ALL) have to do with music I thought I would add one of my favorite songs about where I come from...so I will leave you with this. For good measure, I'm not telling you who or what the song is - so you better watch to find out.

"may you one day carry me home..."

Our love is like our music...It's here, and then it's gone

I have been one crazy chicken lately...in such a good way. This past week I worked a lot (and actually the paying kind), played a lot and even had a gig thrown in. My fingers are killing me from the overload of music. And, I have been listening to lots & lots of tunes- for inspiration, cover possibilities and some friendly recommendations. The two most influential tracks of the week -
1. No Expectations - Rolling Stones. Watch below...starts around 3:07...



2. Boom Boom - John Lee Hooker. Trying to learn this one now...damn that boy knew the blues...



Enjoy these Sunday treats. This week is another highly packed one for me...trying to get into a studio to lay some new tracks down and play my little heart out. I will try and keep you updated!