SongsInexplicably Happy in the Rain
This one came to me one day walking home from the train (yes, in Seattle!) and though it mostly popped into my head fully formed, the devil is in the details and I’ve tried to really craft this one. I’m very proud of it — this is a good song! Fitzwalter's Lace
My friend said, “What is that little flower,” and the lie came off my lips without a pause: “Fitzwalter’s Lace.” As I spoke the words, the whole story of this song came into my mind. Blessings Fall
A blues tune that started life as a Black Keys ripoff and turned into advice for my son. Another Love Song
This one is the first song I ever wrote for my daughter Face In the Fire
I was alone Make Good
… I’m going to stand here, show you who I am In Another Universe
… In another universe, they say Sunstruck
… Life is good Bad Dream -> Five to One
Recorded live at Nana’s Soup House, Feb. 16, 2008 Bwa-Oh
… But I want to tell you that I think you’re doing fine So Predictable
… If she stands firm, your costume cracks Mama
This is one of those songs that popped out fully formed -- lyrics, guitar all at once. I love when that happens. It's only about two months old. This one is so slow; I think the vocals have to be done perfectly in order for it to work (I don't think I achieved that here) -- there has to be some emotion in there to hold your attention. The Way Is Wide
This one is an old one. I started writing it in New York -- the first song I started after recording my first album. I never did finish it until recently. I haven't gotten to the point where the words are one hundred percent locked down, but I think I _might_ have. It takes me a while to decide. This one has a bit of a syncopation in it which I like, but which I don't know if I play up enough when I'm performing it. Water Always Makes Waves
… countless crooked crosses Strike Twice
… I may not have my hipster credentials Will It So
This is another old/recently finished song. The first two verses were written long ago, and I always wanted the song to move into the second riff with lyrics but it never happened until recently I began working on it again, and the whole thing turned direction and became cohesive. Riverside
I raised my eyes to the Sun above Our Love
What’s happening Everyday
Everyday Little Dancer
You’re going to rise Tide Came In
Interestingly enough, "Tide Came In" is one of my son's favorite songs -- I think he can remember me putting him to sleep with it with the drone rhythm. It still works! Simple Song
This is just what it's entitled, but it has a nice message. I love this demo version -- playing it live I don't get the amped guitar part. Josh says, "but ... it's three chords." And I reply, "Yes, but it's like Tenacious D's 'Tribute' -- IT'S not the simple song, it's ABOUT the simple song." Torn Wings
This one has some cheesy drums on it. It's recognizable as how I hear this song, but I don't really love the demo. But you get the idea. Never Had to Try
… I tried to fly my love across the sky Vow
I love this song but it borders on cheesy. So this one is on the fence, I think. Jaden's Lullaby
… We’ll be together Break My Mama's Heart
… In another life, we might have played a different role Black Bear
… On a mountainside, I found my shady grove The Day After the Boy That Died
… he said I’ll see you soon, … the day after the boy that died … You Do Not Walk Alone
… you do not walk alone, Walkin'
… Don’t have no time for the future … Shiver and Shake
… Dance with me darling, hold me as long as it takes Seven Times
… Seven times I’ve gone to chapel, Poised to Soar
… Gonna break the chains that bind us … Serenade
… Whisper here, the whisper said, Lion in the Sun
… I’m going to rest my bones, yeah, like the lion in the sun Mountains to Climb
… There are many rivers that flow, Lament
… Can’t you hear the horn? Calling to the sky? IANTYTIA
… I’m not dirty Here I Stand
… Broken… Handles Gin
… Something failed with Jesus, when he died up on the cross… Freedom Time
… When it’s time I’ll go out, yeah with my boots on Fire That Burns
… There’s a road stretching out for me… Baggott Inn
… Life in the City is a strange, strange thing David
… David the King was grieved and moved, Storm God
Sometimes I feel ... elemental. Sexy Way
… I really love, the way you move… Rise
… Sometimes, you’ve got to jump, and pray for wings Jubilee
… Took the King’s Highway and we rode, Green Bandanna
… We lay in bed while it rained outside Gnossos
… Before I ride into the Light, Cowboy Lover
… You say he treats you right, he put a rose on your pillow, Self-Medicate
… But I won’t go see no doctor, Homesick
… Dreaming of you, lady, |
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