Last week I got a haircut. Because of scheduling conflicts, it was a little earlier than my usual every three weeks. I hate it when I go too long in between haircuts because then I have to worry about how big it’s gonna look in pictures – especially on humid days. Fascinating, I know. Anyway, … More Great news, but it’s not about the haircut

A quick summary of my debut performance at The 16th Annual A Lehigh Valley Christmas Concert – Nov. 25, 2012, Miller Symphony Hall, Allentown, Pa   It was a whirlwind. So many smiles when I walked in the door, hugs and greetings and quick rehearsals in the green rooms, then waiting in the wings backstage, … More Merry Christmas Darling

A brief Sunday morning reflection on Saturday night: Still thinking about the simple awesomeness of Artwalk on Main Street Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Last night, I was paired up with the Moravian Book Shop, and they were a very gracious host. Special thanks to the staff for treating me like local royalty – right down to delivering … More A brief Sunday morning reflection on Saturday night

It’s been almost a year since Logic and the Heart was released. Almost. September 15 will be the anniversary, and yet it seems like it was only a few months ago. When I ordered the first batch of CDs I had no idea how many copies would sell. Thanks to all of you it’s doing … More Turn on your radio.

It’s widely known that I grew up in Sayreville, New Jersey. And in great musical company, I have to add. Back in the ’70s our little town was raising some heavy hitters – Dave “Snake” Sabo of Skid Row (my schoolmate), Greg Evigan (my neighbor), and of course Jon Bon Jovi (my sister’s … best … More Time to get your JAMMYs on.

We’re all familiar with the magic that happens when siblings or other family members sing together. Genetic similarities in vocal activity can cause amazing harmonics. For a good portion of my life I listened to my sister and my mother sing, but I never really heard any similarities among our voices – until now. Oh … More My mother’s voice.

We all need money to survive. Most of us have to earn a living in one manner or another. (personally, I don’t know anyone who doesn’t have to earn money) Some of us have the benefit of education. I say some of us, because when I was in high school, college was a casual option … More Work vs. ….work

I actually wrote this on Apr. 16, the day after a late night gig at Georgie’s in Asbury Park, NJ. I haven’t been to Georgie’s in over a year, but I look forward to it every time. Every time I make this periodic pilgrimage to the motherland, (central New Jersey), I fill my itinerary with … More Greetings From Asbury Park