dizzy fingers update: “anema e core”

I am very excited to release the first video as a teaser for the upcoming documentary on Joe. I thought that this tune would provide a nice preview, while also showing the beauty and expressiveness of the accordion. The supporting band sounds great, and Joe really digs in on his musette. Before posting online, I… read more

sweeter for the struggle

It’s an intriguing title, isn’t it? Certainly something that most people can relate to. Without conflict, tension, obstacles, friction, et al., we can’t fully appreciate the good. The title comes from Dylan Taylor’s new album. Dylan and I started working together last year, and it’s been wonderful getting to know him both as a musician… read more

symphony in bossa

For some reason, I’ve always had a deep love for Brazilian music. I say it this way because it doesn’t really make sense for me – this music was not part of my upbringing, and I’m not really sure when I was exposed to it, or consequently, started to crave it in my regular listening… read more

welcome to the fluff’n’fold

Naut Pictures just finished our latest production, which turned out to be a short film/music video for AlyCat, the group I play with. Shot over two grueling evenings, the whole production was a blast. How often do you get to take over a launderette after hours, fill the place with disco lights, puppets, musicians, and… read more